Good morning, Appleton.

SmartAsset’s analysis using MIT’s 2025 Living Wage Calculator shows a single adult in Wisconsin needs an annual salary of $87,194 to live comfortably — up from $84,115 last year — while a family of four needs $225,555 this year, compared to $225,056 previously.

On Tuesday morning, Fox Valley Technical College officials signed agreements that let students with an associate’s degree and 61 credits transfer to UW-Milwaukee or UW-Stevens Point to complete a bachelor’s degree with junior standing — UW-Milwaukee offers guaranteed admission and a minimum transfer of 60 credits while UW-Stevens Point provides access to over 70 bachelor’s programs.

A handwritten note transferring ownership of an Appleton bar to a wife saved its liquor license after officials voted to deny it over a co-owner’s past drunk driving conviction—City Council later approved the license with a condition that a formal ownership change is shown by the end of July.

Appleton officials said the Independence Day Celebration will be held on Thursday, July 3 at Appleton Memorial Park from 4:00 p.m. until the fireworks end — the event will have music by Yo-DJ, an inflatable play area for children, food trucks, drinks from Stone Arch Brewpub and fireworks from Festival Foods — sponsorships that keep the celebration free.

Heid Music Summer Concert Series

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Appleton Downtown, Inc. — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of music and family fun in the heart of Downtown Appleton.

2nd Annual T.A.A.G. Charity Car Show

10 AM – 4 PM — Wisconsin Timber Rattlers Baseball Club — Admission details pending — Check out classic cars while supporting a great cause.

4th of July DIY Cookie & Crafts Workshop

6-9 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio — Pre-registration required — Create personalized crafts and decorate cookies in a festive atmosphere.

Boy Bands vs Girl Groups Music Bingo

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Stone Arch Brewpub — Free entry — Enjoy a lively music bingo showdown featuring iconic hits from boy bands and girl groups.

Mats & Margaritas DIY Doormat Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio - Appleton — Registration required — Create your own stylish doormat while enjoying complimentary margaritas.

Comedy and Magic with Eric Eaton

7:00-11:15 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Tickets $25/$35 — Experience a night of laughter and wonder with Eric Eaton's unique blend of comedy and magic.

Hustle & Float Pool Party

6-10 p.m. — Erb Swimming Pool — Free entry — Dive into an unforgettable pool party with music and relaxation.

PackerLand User Group Summer Meeting

7:30 AM – 4:00 PM — Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium — Ticket required — Enjoy a day of educational presentations, networking, and summer fun with the PLUG community.

David Koechner Live

7-8:30 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Tickets: $30/$37 — Laugh along with the iconic David Koechner, known for his roles in 'The Office' and 'Anchorman'.