Good Day
Appleton
Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Since new vape rules took effect on Sept. 1, Northeast Wisconsin smoke shops have seen sales drop by 81% and some locations have closed — Tyler Hall of WiscoFAST said limited product choices are causing customers to switch to cigarettes or cross into Michigan. Employees report a sharp decline in foot traffic and few flavor options under the new regulations. WTAQ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, eight red silhouettes lined the halls of the Outagamie County courthouse to raise awareness for Marsy's Law and victims' rights + local groups teamed with the district attorney’s office and Harbor House to stress key rights such as being heard and treated with dignity while providing resource links, and the message will remain after the display ended. FOX 11
DRINK NEWS
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ St. Norbert College and Bellin College teamed with the NCAA for a pilot program that lets student-athletes transfer while keeping their eligibility—if waiver requirements are met, athletes will keep competing after transferring from SNC to Bellin. WTAQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials in Appleton said a mistake in the new utility billing system doubled stormwater charges on some duplexes and non-standard living units. The error affected less than 4% of bills and the city will send corrected bills soon—customers do not need to take any action. WBAY
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Resale tickets for the Brewers vs. Cubs postseason game at Wrigley Field have been priced from the $200s to the low $1,000s as of Monday evening. Local sports bars are preparing to show the games Wednesday afternoon and Thursday evening—offering fans a chance to watch at special rates. FOX 11
- ➤ Divided families in the region showed that love for baseball can bridge team divides as they followed the Brewers versus Cubs game on Monday. In Manitowoc, Sarah Yancey cheered for the Brewers while her husband backed the Cubs—and a long-married couple celebrated 42 years together amid playful rivalry. WBAY
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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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Nature Walk and Lunch Gathering
3-5 p.m. — Gordon Bubolz Nature Preserve — No cost — Stretch your legs while enjoying a scenic walk and the possibility of a lunch together.
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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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Time magnifies the margin between success and failure. It will multiply whatever you feed it.
~ James Clear
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