Good morning, Appleton.

Fleet Farm has launched a food drive to support families affected by recent tornadoes — donations began Thursday, July 30 at two designated Appleton locations — with drop-offs accepted during business hours.

After an EF-3 tornado struck the Fox Cities on July 30, local groups helped pet owners in Menasha find pets by asking them to post photos with location tags instead of chasing animals; volunteers from the Swamp Rats Task-Force and Fox Valley Humane Society offered rescue services plus temporary care.

After Monday's tornado, local volunteers are helping a Menasha resident whose home was damaged when a tree crashed through a window, and he is now receiving care at Christ The Rock while neighbors work to board up the property.

The 13th annual Mile of Music festival kicked off Thursday with more than 200 artists and 551 live sets scheduled at various downtown venues and will continue through Sunday.

Organizers said 5% of merchandise sales + concession tips will support the Community Foundation and United Way’s Tornado Relief Fund.

Individual tickets for the 2026-27 Broadway Across America Fox Cities series featuring eight musicals (Sound of Music and Phantom of the Opera) are on sale now online.

Season packages with six planned shows and options to include extra hits remain available for those seeking a full theatrical experience.

Gov. Tony Evers visited Menasha on Thursday, July 30 to check on cleanup efforts after Monday's EF-3 tornado.

He stopped at the volunteer center, met with police and emergency officials, and visited the damaged Gegan Elementary School.

Menasha cleanup work following the tornado was slowed on Thursday by 88 degrees heat and humid conditions as officials urged workers to drink plenty of water (cooling and charging stations remain open) and announced National Guard support for debris management soon.

Winnebago County officials report day 4 cleaning after an EF-3 tornado left parts of Fox Valley with damage; utility crews restored 90% of downtown power and closed roads on Doty Island (east of Naymut Street and north of Nicolet Boulevard) while Catholic Charities offers housing support from its Menasha office.

The Community First Fox Cities Marathon celebrates 35 years with a race weekend set for Friday-Sunday, Sept.

18-20, featuring a full 26.2-mile run on Sunday and several distances for all abilities. Proceeds support local nonprofits and boost community health + wellness.

Lansing Lugnuts vs. Wisconsin Timber Rattlers

6:40-7:40 p.m. — Neuroscience Group® Field at Fox Cities Stadium — $5.00 — Enjoy a magical Princess Night at the ballpark with fireworks and a family picnic.

Andrew Dismukes Stand-Up Comedy

6-9 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — 2-item minimum purchase required — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian and SNL writer Andrew Dismukes.

Eric Eaton: Comedy and Magic Show

7:00 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter and magic with the talented Eric Eaton.

Nike Basketball Skills Camp

9 a.m.-3 p.m. — Community First Champion Center — $399 — Enhance your basketball skills with expert coaching and fun activities in Appleton, WI.