Good morning, Appleton.

An intoxicated driver sped at 91 mph on Highway 441 today and crashed into a truck, causing vehicles to roll over and block the road—police later arrested him for OWI after injuries and a second accident occurred.

A recent analysis of Appleton’s 40 lowest-paying jobs shows that full-time work at $7.25 an hour leaves most workers below the poverty level—data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and Economic Policy Institute highlight that even jobs with higher median wages still fall short of a living wage. The report finds that positions such as bartenders and dishwashers are among those paying the least in the area.

An outdoor warning siren in Grand Chute stopped working on July 18 and will no longer sound during tests or for severe weather.

The Town Board had planned to decommission the 25-year-old siren and will soon move a new system from Badger Elementary School—powered by a backup generator—to Fire Station Two.

The Wisconsin Lottery and the Packers are teaming up to launch limited-edition scratch tickets — offering instant cash prizes and a bonus drawing entry for a club seat season ticket package — with entries to be mailed by Feb.

25 for a chance to win game-day perks next season.

16th Annual BFK Children’s Parade

6-8 p.m. — Appleton Downtown, Inc. — Free entry — Celebrate creativity with themed costumes and floats in this fun-filled family parade.

Ahren Belisle Comedy Show

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — $25/$30 — Laugh along with mute comedian Ahren Belisle and one-liner specialist Ric Diez in an evening of witty humor.

Symphony Under the Stars

7:30 p.m. — Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of symphonic music under the stars followed by fireworks.

Terror Twilight Track Meet

6-8 p.m. — Alexander Gym — Open to all ages and abilities — Experience a community track meet that's now in its seventh year.

Mile Of Music Festival 2025

12:00 PM – 11:59 PM — Houdini Plaza — Free entry — Experience a diverse lineup of talented artists at this vibrant music festival in Appleton.

Black Note Graffiti at Mile of Music

12-3 a.m. — Mile Of Music — Free entry — Experience live performances from over 200 artists during this vibrant music festival in Downtown Appleton.

Mile of Music Festival

1-8:10 p.m. — Lawrence Memorial Chapel — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of original music at a community-focused festival.

DSAW Timber Rattler Game

1:10-4:10 p.m. — Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium — $18.39 per ticket — Enjoy a summer day at the ballpark while supporting ADVOCAP.

HALF EMPTY Concert at Jones Park

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Jones Park — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant live performance by HALF EMPTY in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Phoenix Con 4

Open gaming and social events — Aug 13-17 — Hilton Appleton Paper Valley — Entry details not listed — Dive into the ultimate role-playing game experience in Appleton.