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Appleton
Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Appleton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ An Appleton bakery is stepping in to help residents who may lose food assistance as FoodShare funding is at risk during the government shutdown — the Breadsmith owners are asking for non-perishable donations to support the local St. Joseph’s Food Program. WBAY
- ➤ About 100 residents, business owners and local politicians gathered Wednesday night in downtown Appleton to address excessive noise from vehicles with loud exhausts. The group plans more enforcement and public education—Mayor Woodford said increased patrols and a new reporting system will help curb the disruption. FOX 11
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Attendees on Wednesday night experienced a special touch tour at Fox Cities Performing Arts Center — they handled props and costumes from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast show. The show runs through Sunday — an audio description will help guests with vision impairments. WBAY
- ➤ The Trout Museum of Art in Appleton opened its new 30,000 square foot space at 325 E College Ave + it shares the building with Lawrence University. The museum offers free admission until 2026 + it will rotate exhibits from local and national artists every two to four months. FOX 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ South Commercial Street in Neenah is now open after a 7-month project that cost $10.8 million. City officials said the work was completed on budget and on time—upgrading sidewalks, storm sewers, pavement, driveways and traffic signals for drivers and local businesses. WBAY
- ➤ State lawmakers have introduced a bipartisan bill that proposes a hub and spoke model to let tribes run online sports betting statewide by using tribal land servers — a plan based on a Florida court ruling. The proposal may bring new revenue if Gov. Tony Evers signs it before he leaves office in 2027. Post-Crescent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Actress Halle Berry supported a bipartisan bill that required the state Department of Health Services to educate women on menopause symptoms and treatments—lawmakers and Berry recounted misdiagnoses to stress the need for better medical information. Post-Crescent
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Weekend Jam Camp
5:30-8 p.m. — Heid Music — $225 tuition — Learn to jam in a hands-on bluegrass camp under expert instruction.
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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.
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