Good Day
Appleton
Thursday, September 5th, 2024
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Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Appleton opens float applications for its major nighttime Christmas parade themed 'The Avenue of Christmas Spirits', due October 4. WBAY
- ➤ Wisconsin requires drivers to stop for flashing red lights on school buses, with fines up to $1,000, and to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks, enforcing road safety. Post-Crescent
- ➤ After 12 years, the founders of the Butterfly Garden of Wisconsin are stepping back due to health issues, fearing the beloved community attraction may close without successors. NBC 26
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Appleton International Airport receives a $1.5 million federal grant to install a solar array and microgrid system, enhancing its sustainability and operational resilience. WTAQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wisconsin voters can participate in early voting from Oct. 22 to Nov. 3, with various deadlines for absentee voting and voter registration ahead of the Nov. 5 election. Post-Crescent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An Appleton hospital now uses remote-control cars to transport young patients to surgery, reducing their anxiety and creating a positive experience. WTAQ
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Johanna Krause and Alex Young's wedding in Appleton coincides with the Packers' first game, blending personal celebration with community sports enthusiasm. NBC 26
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Appleton International Airport is enhancing its facilities with a $66 million expansion to welcome a surge of fans for the 2025 NFL Draft in Northeast Wisconsin. WBAY
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Wisconsin Freshman Basketball Showcase
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Preparing for a Successful Year-End
Learn key strategies to effectively conclude 2024 and prepare for the upcoming year with actionable steps in this insightful training session.
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Daniel Champagne Live Performance at Gibson Community Hall
Experience the captivating live performance of Australian musician Daniel Champagne at the Gibson Community Music Hall.
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Pert' Near Sandstone Concert
Experience an exciting live performance by Pert' Near Sandstone at Poplar Hall in Appleton, WI.
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Appleton Downtown Farm Market
Experience a vibrant community gathering featuring over 100 local vendors selling fresh produce, handcrafted items, and delicious food along College Avenue.
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Whose Live Anyway: A Hilarious Improv Show
Experience 90 minutes of laughter with the current cast of the Emmy-nominated TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? during their new improv tour.
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September Fish Fry Fundraiser
Experience a delicious Wisconsin fish fry while supporting at-risk youth through this annual fundraising event hosted at Rawhide Youth Services.
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Saturday Morning Service with Zen River Sangha
Experience a meditative morning with zazen, kinhin, and a dharma talk both in person and online.
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Fall Equinox Celebration: Brilliant Bliss Mantra Music Journey
Experience a transformative evening of community singing and sound healing that uplifts the spirit and fosters connection through the power of music and mantra.
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Pitching for Parkinson’s: A Community Event
Experience a day dedicated to providing hope, community, and resources for individuals affected by Parkinson’s disease.
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~ Mark Caine
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