Good morning, Appleton.

Appleton's annual Octoberfest will feature a new country stage among five music stages in downtown Appleton as announced on Tuesday.

The festival kicks off on Sept. 26 with acts including The Love Monkeys on their final tour.

After floods damaged its basement in April, Kaukauna’s Grignon Mansion is closed but will reopen on July 26 with tours and a ceremony (featuring a 1976 time capsule reveal) to celebrate its history.

Fox Cities Chamber announced the music lineup for Octoberfest this fall— the festival will feature live music by local bands at community venues with details to come.

The Outagamie County Fair kicks off today at noon with rides, patriotic (Celebrate 250) exhibits, a kids fun run and obstacle races at the fairgrounds; the bundled $15 ticket covers all activities and is expected to draw over 30,000 visitors.

The State 47 bridge over I-41 will have its access ramp fully closed for maintenance starting this summer and extending into the fall.

Drivers are advised to plan alternative routes to avoid delays (official scheduling details are pending).

Rep. Tony Wied introduced the REAL Butter Act yesterday in Greenleaf to require lab-made butter be clearly labeled on grocery shelves — a move that comes after a Bill Gates-funded company unveiled its new production method.

Local dairy farmer Dan Brick said traditional butter is healthier and more eco-friendly.

Governor Tony Evers began his annual Pothole Patrol tour on Tuesday to highlight state investments in road repairs, and Appleton drivers report that potholes are still damaging cars in older neighborhoods — raising safety concerns and calls for further fixes.

Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin launched its Healthy Kids, Healthy Summer campaign to help ease hunger when school meals are out; donations made before Aug.

31 will double with matching support from the Schmerein Heaney Family Fund + Community Foundation so children can stay energized during summer.

The Fox Cities Forge junior hockey team will begin its inaugural season in September at the Appleton Family Ice Center, aiming to boost local talent and give Wisconsin players a fair shot at advancing to higher levels; co-owners Mark Mazzoleni and Jeff Lindemann stress the team’s strong community outreach.

Boys WIAA/WBCA June Jam

All day — Community First Champion Center — Registration required — Experience competitive youth basketball at this exciting multi-day tournament.

Wisconsin Amateur Open Pickleball Tournament

All day — Pickleball Kingdom — Check website for entry fees — Compete in a thrilling amateur pickleball tournament with local players.

Mandala Yoga Festival

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Pierce Park — Free entry — Celebrate wellness with diverse yoga practices in a vibrant community setting.

Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp

July 7-9 — Community First Champion Center — $97 for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity training and expert coaching.

Family Friendly Make & Take Workshop

10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio - Appleton — $20 walk-in fee — Create a personalized piece for your home using provided materials in a fun, family-friendly environment.

Brewers Baseball Camp – Appleton

9 AM - 3 PM — Fox Valley Lutheran High School — Early registration recommended — Experience top-level baseball and softball instruction from Brewers personnel.

Brewers Baseball Camp – Appleton

9 a.m. — Fox Valley Lutheran High School — Register early — Enjoy top-level baseball and softball instruction from Brewers personnel.

Brewers Baseball Camp – Appleton

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Fox Valley Lutheran High School — Registration required — Experience top-level baseball instruction from Brewers personnel in a fun camp setting.

Brewers Baseball Camp - Appleton

9 AM - 3 PM — Fox Valley Lutheran High School — Registration required — Experience top-level baseball and softball instruction from Brewers personnel.

Brewers Baseball Camp – Appleton

9 a.m. — Fox Valley Lutheran High School — Registration required — Enjoy top-level baseball and softball instruction from Brewers personnel for young athletes.