Friday, July 25th, 2025

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Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, VPI, Inc. unveiled a new community mural by local artist Neo Medina on North Casaloma Drive to show its mission to foster inclusion, opportunity, and independence. The event also celebrated a successful $750,000 capital campaign—funding a renovated space that now offers adult day services, mental health programs, early intervention, job placement, and school-to-work transition services. WOSH-AM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A judge dismissed convicted shooter Dezman Ellis’ attempt to withdraw his plea for the January 2021 fatal shooting at Fox River Mall—Ellis, 22, remains serving a 40-year sentence for second-degree intentional homicide and first-degree recklessly endangering safety and said he may later hire a new attorney to challenge the ruling. FOX 11
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Severe storms and tornadoes hit Northeast Wisconsin on July 23, leaving damage along Highway 22 in Gillett and power outages in parts of Waupaca, Oconto, Menominee and Outagamie counties with no reported injuries, and officials assessed damage on Thursday—emergency crews urged residents to stay clear of cleanup operations. WTAQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers announced Thursday that he will not run for a third term in 2026—his decision creates the first open governor's race in 16 years, and both parties are already weighing their candidate options. We Are Green Bay
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Great Lakes Loons vs. Wisconsin Timber Rattlers
1–4 p.m. — Neuroscience Group Field at Fox Cities Stadium — Special community event — Enjoy an afternoon of baseball as the Timber Rattlers face off against the Great Lakes Loons.
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Parish Fest
11 AM – 2 AM — 222 E Fremont St, Appleton, WI — Check site for costs — Celebrate with live music, food, and fun activities in a vibrant community atmosphere.
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