Good morning, Appleton.

Appleton Area School District passed a four-year, 15-million referendum in the spring to keep school programs funded, and a new board committee is planning a five-year budget strategy to avoid another referendum if student numbers decline.

Appleton East High School band returned home Wednesday morning after an impromptu performance near Fort Belvoir with high schools from Florida, California + Washington following a cancelled parade.

The students showcased their skills while celebrating the nation’s 250th birthday.

St. Norbert College will offer four new majors this fall as it adds programs in Applied Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics, Data Science and Nutrition to meet growing tech workforce needs + the college expects more freshmen to enroll.

A July 8 report from WalletHub shows that Wisconsin ranks among the states with the steepest child care costs, with married couples paying 12.9% of their income for center-based care and single parents over 40% (raising concerns about affordability).

The Community Blood Center held its 'Summer Tour for All Types' blood drive in Waupaca on Wednesday, collecting donations to help local hospitals + the tour will move to Rhinelander before ending at Fox Cities Stadium on Saturday, Aug.

22.

Dr. Ryan Feldman, a Medical College of Wisconsin toxicologist, launched a podcast today detailing a 2023 Montana outbreak where uncooked morel mushrooms killed two people.

He warns local foragers to cook mushrooms (a key safety tip).

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.

Camp KA with Karate America

7 a.m. — Karate America — Registration open — Dive into martial arts with Camp KA sessions throughout July and August.

Camp KA Registration

7 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Karate America — Registration open — Join the fun with exciting karate sessions this summer in Appleton.

Stand-Up Comedy with Josh Blue

7-10 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — 2-item minimum required — Enjoy a night of laughs with acclaimed comedian Josh Blue, known for his unique humor and improvisational style.

Josh Blue Stand-Up Comedy Show

9:15-10:30 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — 2-item minimum — Experience the laughter and improvisational skills of comedian Josh Blue, renowned for his unique storytelling and humor.