Good Day
Appleton
Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Good Day Appleton.
Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday a 26-year-old man ran a stop sign at State Highway 55 and Greiner Road in Freedom and hit a 57-year-old Pulaski woman—seriously injuring her—and both drivers were taken to hospital, with investigators saying alcohol was likely a factor. WHBY
- ➤ Multiple fire departments responded on Saturday morning at 9:52 a.m. to a silo fire on County Road Z in Buchanan—crews from Greenleaf, Holland, and Wrightstown helped set up water and refill stations while Buchanan Fire and Rescue worked for over three hours to contain the burning silage. WOSH-AM
- ➤ A house on the 1100 block of West Summer Street in Appleton caught fire at around 4:04 a.m. on Aug. 24—firefighters put it down in five minutes, treated one person for burns and smoke inhalation, and the damage is estimated at $30,000, though everyone escaped safely. Post-Crescent
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Today in Appleton, gas prices jumped by 31 cents per gallon as regional trends showed a 34-cent rise in Green Bay while the national average increased by 3 cents amid refinery issues — experts expect possible lower prices later this fall. WBAY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Appleton’s new Hmong American Immersion School held its ribbon-cutting on August 22 at Johnston Elementary after three years of planning, welcoming nearly 70 students from 4K to fifth grade. School leaders said the program will offer both Hmong and English instruction—helping students connect with their heritage and build strong academic skills. Post-Crescent
- ➤ Students at Fox Valley Technical College got their first look at the new dental learning labs Monday as part of a $2.1 million expansion that added 12 simulators—and expanded a classroom to hold six extra students. WBAY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wisconsin will choose a new governor in 2026 with no current governor running and few known names among the candidates—voters face an open contest. Both parties must build trust as they shape their campaigns—making the race unpredictable. Post-Crescent
READ NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR The Tangle gives readers the left, right, and center takes on one big political story each day — no outrage, no noise. It’s independent, nonpartisan, and free to read. Built for people who are done being manipulated by the algorithm. The Tangle
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Good Day Appleton.
-
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.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Feel Like the News Is Just Noise?
The Tangle gives readers the left, right, and center takes on one big political story each day — no outrage, no noise. It’s independent, nonpartisan, and free to read. Built for people who are done being manipulated by the algorithm.
It’s a rare political newsletter that doesn’t take sides — it lays them out. Every issue highlights what different perspectives are saying, so readers can escape their bubble and make up their own minds. It’s free, it’s sharp, and it’s for critical thinkers.
Start reading for free.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Good Day Appleton.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Never take criticism from someone you wouldn't take advice from.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Good Day Appleton
Welcome to the Good Day Appleton, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Appleton, Wisconsin community. If you like the Good Day Appleton, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Appleton.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Appleton and across Wisconsin. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Good Day Appleton
A free Appleton community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://gooddayappleton.com/sitemap