Good Day
Appleton
Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Funky Franks in Kimberly celebrated its first anniversary on Oct.1 as co-owner Melissa Young and employee Ron Young prepared orders featuring dishes like Boston Frank + Chili Cheese Frank to attract local customers. Post-Crescent
- ➤ After the Treasury ended penny production, Kwik Trip changed its registers to round down cash purchases to the nearest five cents — digital and card transactions were not affected — and will keep this approach until new government guidance is given. WOSH-AM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At a community conversation on Thursday night, Appleton Area School District discussed a $13 million budget deficit and presented three referendum options to avoid future staff cuts—community members also suggested selling school land to raise extra funds. The district will send out a survey to gather voter input on these ideas. WBAY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Appleton Common Council approved a new truancy ordinance by a 9-6 vote on Wednesday night—designed to issue $250 tickets to high school students who miss school, with fines waived if they return and the trial running through the 2025-26 school year. The Appleton Area School District expects the measure to boost attendance for roughly 30 affected students and form part of its broader plan to address chronic absenteeism. WTAQ
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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.
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DIY Porch Planter Workshop
6-9 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio - Appleton — Pre-registration required — Create your own beautiful porch planter with provided materials and expert guidance.
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Better Together
5-8 p.m. — The 513 — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Enjoy culinary delights and live music while supporting the St. Joseph Food Program at this community networking event.
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