Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
Good morning, Appleton.
Appleton American Legion Post 38 held a brat fry benefit on Wednesday that went until 7 p.m. and raised money for Old Glory Honor Flight — organizers aimed to beat last year's $7,500 total.
American Legion Post 38 in Appleton holds a special brat fry today from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 3220 W.
College Ave — selling brats, hot dogs and burgers to raise funds for Old Glory Honor Flight that will support veterans' trips to visit memorials in Washington, DC.
Today, about 300 elementary students got a first look at Sandy Slope School in Appleton before classes resume, marking the city’s first new elementary building in 35 years.
The preview let parents & students see the classrooms and modern spaces planned for the upcoming school year.
Appleton Common Council approved a redesign for West Oklahoma Street on Wednesday that will repave the roadway as 26 feet wide and remove dozens of trees.
Neighbors submitted a petition with nearly 50 signatures asking for more parking and for at least 13 trees to be saved — council members voted 8 to 4 and the mayor promised more community outreach on future projects.
WBAY news director Julie Moravchik—diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year—finished her months-long chemotherapy and rang the special bell outside ThedaCare Cancer Center Tuesday, marking an important milestone in her treatment.
The CDC reported that Candida auris cases in the U.S. nearly tripled in the past three and a half months—from 1,052 cases at the end of April to 2,809 by August 9—raising concerns as the drug-resistant fungus spreads to more states including areas in the Midwest.
Health care providers continue to face challenges in treating patients who are most at risk for the deadly infection.
Che Durena Live Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Skyline Comedy Club — Premium seating available — Experience hilarious standup from social media sensation Che Durena as he shares absurd stories from his life abroad.
Steve March Tormé - A Tribute to Mel Tormé
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Cost info not provided — Celebrate the 100th birthday of jazz legend Mel Tormé with his son performing an enchanting tribute featuring music, stories, and visuals.
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