Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of August.
Good morning, Appleton.
Volunteers cleared debris at St. Mary Cemetery yesterday after an EF-3 tornado downed older trees, including 150-year-old specimens, and damaged headstones.
Cleanup is expected to continue until late next week with additional volunteer days planned.
Kimberly-Clark has committed $10M to support tornado recovery in the Fox Valley following the Appleton-Menasha tornado.
The funds will be distributed over three years in partnership with local organizations + CEO Mike Hsu stressed the company’s ties to its hometown community.
Local neighbors in Menasha set up a roadside donation tent (an alternative drop-off point) to help residents unable to access regular donation centers.
The community effort provides a new option for those in need.
Joshua Corlett and Rachael Hipke’s Neenah home was severely damaged when a 300-year-old tree (weighing 140,000 lb) fell on it during an EF-3 tornado on Monday, July 27, forcing the couple to move to a hotel while neighbors helped with cleanup.
The Buchanan Street I-41 overpass in Little Chute reopened to traffic on July 30 after work widened the roadway for motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians + the project is part of plans to expand 23 miles of I-41 from State 96 to Outagamie County F.
Beaute Couture now offers manicures + pedicures at its new salon at 1619 W.
College Ave., Ste. E in Appleton; co-owners Nalee and Ceece Yang opened the business on July 23 to serve local clients.
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.
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