Good morning, Appleton.

Appleton homeowner Kim Jones transformed her house at 1007 East Marquette Street into a spooky display to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the Dravet Syndrome Foundation.

The display, which remains through November 7, has helped collect several hundred dollars this year and almost $1,500 in total over four years.

Volunteer Fox Cities launched Make A Difference Week to encourage local residents to help by donating supplies, picking up litter, and packing toolkits for kids' mental health support—organizers partnered with Miron Construction on Monday to pack giggle kits at Catalpa.

The effort leads up to National Make a Difference Day on Saturday.

Festival Foods and Hometown Grocers completed their sale when 1939 Group purchased the chains on Monday—adding 51 Wisconsin stores to its Schnuck Markets network.

Todd Schnuck now leads Festival Foods as CEO, replacing Mark Skogen.

Analysts say increased oil production from OPEC and allied nations has driven gas prices below $3 per gallon nationwide.

In Appleton, drivers paid an average of $2.58 per gallon on Monday & experts expect prices to remain below last year's levels for the coming months.

Spectrum awarded Appleton-based VPI, Inc. a $35,000 grant on Monday morning at its Kensington Production Facility to support workforce development programs under the $30 million Spectrum Community Center Assist initiative.

The grant, which brings Spectrum’s total support to $125,000 over the past three years—helped update technology and expand job training programs for over 2,000 local residents.

On October 19th, viewers shared fall photos that showed bright, bold leaves and cooling temperatures in northeast Wisconsin—creating a mini tour of the season's outdoor beauty.

Joe Toonen, a lung cancer survivor from Appleton, was diagnosed with stage three lung cancer even though he never smoked and is now cancer-free after more than one year of treatment.

He said the stigma around lung cancer has reduced research funding and his nurse practitioner Daisy Boehm urged anyone with unusual symptoms to see a doctor.

Aurora Health Care hosted its annual NICU Halloween Costume Bash where families dressed their tiny patients in creative costumes to celebrate an early Halloween.

Community members can vote on their favorite photos on the hospital's Facebook page until noon Oct 27—winners will receive prizes while the staged images do not follow safe sleep guidelines.

UW-Oshkosh will launch a women's flag football program in spring to boost enrollment and community engagement—new head coach Deante Jefferson, who previously coached at Appleton North and led flag football camps, said he is excited about the growing interest with 29 students already showing interest.

YMCA Freaky 5K Run

8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Pierce Park — Registration fees apply — Run through beautiful autumn scenery along the shores of the Fox River with family and friends.

OPEN TAB Live at The Northland

2-5:30 p.m. — The Northland Sports Pub & Grill — Cost Info not provided — Enjoy a lively performance from OPEN TAB at this local favorite pub.

Halloween Themed DIY Cookies & Crafts Workshop

6-9 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio, Appleton — Pre-registration required — Create personalized wood signs and decorate Halloween-themed cookies in this festive DIY workshop.

Twelfth Night Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience Shakespeare's classic comedy brought to life by The Lord Chamberlain's Men.

Houdini 10k Race

9:00-11:30 AM — Jones Park — For a registration fee — Celebrate the life of Harry Houdini while enjoying a scenic 10k run through Appleton's beautiful fall landscape.

2025 Geriatric Conference

8 AM-5 PM — Hilton Appleton Paper Valley — $449.99 — Enhance your expertise with cutting-edge strategies in geriatric care over two impactful days.

Fox Valley Symphony Concert

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Ticket information required — Experience an afternoon of musical collaboration and expressive arts.

Ronan Donovan: A Journey Through Exploration

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Explore unique perspectives through the stories of modern-day adventurers.

Weekend Jam Camp

5:30-8 p.m. — Heid Music — $225 tuition — Learn to jam in a hands-on bluegrass camp under expert instruction.

Grateful Groove Holiday Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — Ticket required — Celebrate the season with a festive holiday concert featuring local performers.