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County board endorses company for BEAD program

During its Jan. 14 meeting, the Kewaunee County Board of Supervisors approved a BEAD — broadband, equity, access and deployment — endorsement with Bertram Communications.
The first chat room will be held Jan. 30 at 2 p.m. at the youth center at 620 Lake St., Algoma.

City to host in-person chat room

ALGOMA – In an effort to encourage transparency, the Algoma City Council will beginning hosting a city chat room. “I want to start a city chat room — a real chat room, in …
Backyard bird feeders can add some color to winter. These American goldfinches were enjoying sunflower "hearts" — seeds with the outer husks removed mechanically — on a window feeder.

Conditions improving for ice anglers

It’s still not safe everywhere, but an extended stretch of cold air is firming up the ice on Green Bay and inland waters. Anglers should use extra caution on rivers and offshore areas on …
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Kewaunee County spring elections start to take shape

Following the Jan. 7 filing date, the April 1 spring election is taking shape in Algoma and Kewaunee.
In 2024, volunteers logged 103,439 service hours on trail-related activities, surpassing last year’s high of 100,666 hours.

Ice Age Trail sees record year

NORTHEAST WISCONSIN – The year 2024 was an impactful one in the history of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail and the Ice Age Trail Alliance. “From trail construction milestones to …
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Bank of Luxemburg sees leadership change, adds position

LUXEMBURG – The Bank of Luxemburg recently announced a leadership transition, as longtime president and CEO Tim Treml retires after 29 years of dedicated service — eight of which were …
Kewaunee County’s new Aa3 rating was issued by Moody’s in December and is the second rating upgrade in the past four years.

Kewaunee County receives upgraded bond rating score

KEWAUNEE COUNTY – Kewaunee County staff said that “effective management of fiscal resources is a strong contributing factor behind an upgrade to Kewaunee County’s bond rating” …
Referendum projects approved through the 2024 referendum include plumbing and roofing work at the elementary school; parking lot and track replacement at the middle school and high school; lighting, sound and ceiling tile replacement in the PAC; safety upgrades — rekeying doors, the front entrance of middle school and high school and visitor ID system; rubber playground surface at the elementary school; middle school and high school remodel; band/choir, AVA, technology and ag improvements; window replacement and restroom remodeling.

Algoma School District approves proposal for referendum projects

ALGOMA – During the December Algoma School Board meeting, board members approved a proposal from Bayland Builders for the upcoming referendum construction projects. Bayland Project …
Sports

Kewaunee girls, boys playing for top spot

KEWAUNEE COUNTY – Kewaunee’s varsity basketball teams are both shooting to remain unbeaten in the Packerland Conference.   The Storm girls (6-0, 9-1) travel to Algoma (7-0, …
Braeden Leist and the rest of the Wolves will try to slow down one of the state's top scorers, two-time Packerland Player of the Year Drew Daoust, when Southern Door comes to Fulwiler Fieldhouse Jan. 3.

County girls’ teams on a roll

KEWAUNEE COUNTY – All three Kewaunee County girls’ basketball teams are enjoying winning conference campaigns so far this season, but only one will remain unbeaten a week from now. …
Schley

Nicolet National Bank Senior Spotlight

Parents’ names: Alison & Jesse Schley Siblings: I have one brother, Braeden Schley. Position or events: I play a forward in basketball and any position in softball. Career …
Packerland
Green Bay Packers Quarterback Jordan Love said he is proud of his team’s efforts this season and looks forward to seeing them recover over the next few months for a healthier 2025 season.

Packers look to recover in offseason

PHILADELPHIA, PENN. — The Green Bay Packers’ 2024 season came full circle with a 22-10 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles — also the team’s first loss of the season in …

Packers Tight End Tucker Kraft tries to fight his was through three Miami defenders on Thanksgiving at Lambeau Field. Kraft said that as they continue to face more competitive teams, the urgency for being able to adapt and find success against a talented and well-schemed defence becomes more important.

Slow adjustments lead to difficulty in overcoming deficit for Packers

MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. – Totalling only 3 points in the first half as they trailed the Minnesota Vikings (14-2) by 10 proved to be too large of a gap for the Green Bay Packers (11-5) to overcome, …
In May of 1968, plans were being made by the Downtown Businessman’s Association of the Green Bay Chamber of Commerce to host a city-wide appreciation event for Vince Lombardi.

Only in Green Bay?

GREEN BAY – In May of 1968, plans were being made by the Downtown Businessman’s Association of the Green Bay Chamber of Commerce to host a city-wide appreciation event for Vince Lombardi. …
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Post-game news conference: Jordan Love
Highlights from Packers Quarterback Jordan Love's press conference following loss to Bears:
Post-game news conference: Matt LaFleur
Green Bay Packers Head Coach Matt LaFleur speaks with members of the press after making the playoffs with a Dec. 23 win:
Post-game news conference: Jordan Love
Green Bay Packers Quarterback Jordan Love spoke with press following the Dec. 23 shutout of the Saints. Here are some highlights:
A Winter Song for the Homeless
Make a difference today by scanning the QR code at the end of the video to donate to local families in need this holiday season. You can also search GoFundMe.com to donate.
Huempfner Green Bay VA Health Care Center rededicated. .On Dec. 13, the Milo C. Huempfner Green Bay VA Health Care Center hosted a re-dedication ceremony in honor of the 80th anniversary of Huempfner’s actions in Belgium in December 1944. During the Battle of the Bulge, Huempfner found himself in Leignon, Belgium, where without any orders to do so he elected to stay even after the town had been captured by the Germans. He was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for his actions Dec. 23 and 24, 1944 while serving with the 551st Parachute Infantry Battalion. Pictured, Kyle Newkirk, left, Veterans Administration volunteer services specialist; James McLain, executive director of the Milwaukee VA Medical Center; Tim Deacy, administrator of the VA’s Northeastern Wisconsin Ambulatory Clinics; and Gerladine Huempfner-Gatz, daughter of Milo Huempfner unveil the plaque and display re-dedicating Milo C. Huempfner VA Health Care Center. For video coverage of the event, visit gopresstimes.com. John Craemer photo.
Milo C. Huempfner Green Bay VA Health Care Center rededication
On Dec. 13, the Milo C. Huempfner Green Bay VA Health Care Center hosted a rededication ceremony in honor of the 80th anniversary of Huempfner’s heroic actions in Belgium in December 1944:
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Greater Green Bay Community Foundation awards over $200K

GREEN BAY – The Greater Green Bay Community Foundation awarded $202,500 to support the work of 23 nonprofit organizations to address needs throughout the region. Awards were distributed …

At the end of August, Algoma will celebrate its designation as an official Ice Age Trail Community and the opening of the Algoma Segment. Kris Leonhardt photo

Algoma receives Ice Age Trail Community designation, new trail segment

At the end of August, Algoma will celebrate its designation as an official Ice Age Trail Community and the opening of the Algoma Segment. Kris Leonhardt photo By Janelle Fisher Arts and Entertainment …

Annual Belgian Kermiss is Aug. 18

For the Star-News BRUSSELS – The Belgian Heritage Center is hosting its annual Belgian Kermiss — a traditional harvest festival — on Sunday, Aug. 18, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., featuring Belgian food, …
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