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Appleton
Tuesday, July 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Chris Roth and photojournalist Shane Fitzsimmons joined Old Glory Honor Flight on its 75th mission to fly 94 Vietnam veterans from AirVenture in Oshkosh to Washington, D.C.—the flight was delayed by three hours due to weather and mechanical issues. Appleton's veteran Gary Lallensack etched his cousin’s name on the Vietnam Memorial—Medal of Honor recipient Leroy Petry was also aboard to honor the service of these veterans. WBAY
- ➤ Clarence Zahringer, a 107-year-old World War II veteran and longtime barber and civic leader, was honored today at the John H. Bradley VA Clinic in Appleton. He served as an Army Air Corps nurse in England during the war, ran a barbershop in Sherwood for decades, and received a commemorative coin plus a letter from Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins. We Are Green Bay
- ➤ The Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, and Oshkosh Area Community Foundation announced $1.5 million in grants through the Otto Bremer Trust Community Responsive Fund to support local nonprofits in literacy, foster care, children's health, and mental health across 10 counties. The grants were awarded through a tailored local process — ensuring funds reach organizations that meet urgent community needs — and are expected to make a vital impact in the region. WBAY
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A man was found dead in a house fire on Oakridge Road in Clayton after crews were called at 9:30 a.m. Saturday — the cause of the blaze is under investigation. WHBY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After a White House review paused funds for Wisconsin K-12 schools and adult education, officials said that over $72.6 million for K-12 programs and $7.5 million for adult education will be released in the final week of July—state leaders warned that losing the funds could force cuts and layoffs. This change comes after officials studied the grant programs to ensure they met federal priorities. Post-Crescent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new study from WalletHub ranked Wisconsin as having one of the best healthcare systems in the nation, placing it 9th overall with a score of 60.93. The study also showed that the state ranked 20th in cost, 8th in access, and 15th in outcomes (evaluated separately) for health services. WOSH-AM
- ➤ A new WalletHub study ranked Wisconsin 9th in the nation’s healthcare systems with an overall score of 60.93, recording 20 in cost, 8 in access and 15 in outcomes + neighbors Minnesota and Iowa ranked ahead + which shows that our state has strong access measures even as costs remain high. We Are Green Bay
SPORTS NEWS
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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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