Good morning, Appleton.

Two lithium-ion battery fires in Kaukauna have prompted Fire Chief Jake Carrel to urge residents to handle batteries safely - he warned that forcing charges or using incompatible replacements may cause overheating and start fires.

Faith Meiers opened her disaster relief hub to provide essential supplies after the July 27 tornado and it was damaged by severe weather on Sept.

2 in Menasha (volunteers remain ready to assist with the recovery).

The City of Appleton Parades Committee is accepting applications until Oct.

1 for the 55th Downtown Christmas Parade, which will be held on Nov. 24 at 7 p.m. along College Avenue from State Street to Drew Street - celebrating Christmas Past, Present, and Future with festive decorations and performances.

On Sept. 1, Appleton East High School welcomed new freshmen after a Link Crew of seniors organized a warm orientation with cheers+games and a welcome parade in the football field.

Approximately 300 freshmen experienced an encouraging start that helped ease first-day jitters.

A Fox Valley study shows that many local adults struggle with literacy skills needed in everyday life + the research highlights a need for enhanced educational support in the community.