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Thursday, September 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of September.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Appleton East High School staff welcomed students on Tuesday with a video in which teachers sang a version of 'Be Our Guest'—marking the first day of school. The video was posted on Facebook to kick off the new 2025 school year.  WBAY

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • WisDOT advises drivers and pedestrians to obey signals at nearly 4,000 public rail crossings since some lack flashing lights or gates and trains move quietly from either direction. Officials stress that drivers must never bypass lowered gates and always clear the tracks safely—measures that help prevent dangerous crashes.  WOSH-AM

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 9/5/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 9/12/25

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  • DIY Porch Planter Workshop

    6-9 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio - Appleton — Pre-registration required — Create a beautiful DIY porch planter with step-by-step instructions and a variety of materials.

    Tue, 9/23/25

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  • Oktoberfest and the German-American Experience in Appleton

    6-7 p.m. — Hearthstone Historic House Museum — Free entry — Explore the complex history of Appleton's German heritage and its connection to Oktoberfest celebrations.

    Wed, 9/24/25

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  • The Stews Live Performance

    6:30-8:30 p.m. — Appleton Beer Factory — Cover charge TBD — Experience a blended genre rock performance from The Stews, a band that defies traditional sounds.

    Thu, 10/2/25

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  • Medusa Concert

    7:30-9:30 p.m. — Harper Hall — Tickets available — Experience Medusa's unique blend of folk music influenced by diverse cultural sounds.

    Fri, 10/3/25

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  • Fall & Halloween Make & Take Workshop

    10 AM - 12 PM — Board & Brush Creative Studio - Appleton — $20 — Create festive decor while enjoying a family-friendly atmosphere with step-by-step guidance.

    Sat, 10/4/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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