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During its Nov. 4 meeting, the Kewaunee County Board of Supervisors approved the proposed 2025 budget and 2024 tax levy, with one amendment. The amendment was approved 17-1 and will take $225,000 from the county’s General Fund and place it in the Jail Outlay Account.

Kewaunee Board amends budget to address jail roof issue

KEWAUNEE COUNTY – During its Nov. 4 meeting, the Kewaunee County Board of Supervisors approved the proposed 2025 budget and 2024 tax levy, with one amendment. The amendment was approved …
From left, Laila Barta, Allison Szydel, Kewaunee County Sheriff Matt Joski and Braelyn Witcpalek at the Kewaunee High School Toys for Tots collection box for the 2023 campaign.

Toys for Tots program kicks off in Kewaunee County

KEWAUNEE – Every child deserves a little Christmas, and for nearly eight decades that’s been the holiday battle cry of the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program. The Kewaunee …
Stangel earns another dig on her way to the milestone.

Kewaunee heads to semifinals, falls short in finals

KEWAUNEE – In an exciting match made even better by a remarkable individual achievement, Kewaunee beat Peshtigo last Thursday in Kewaunee in a regional volleyball semifinal by scores of 25-23, …
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The Bomb Burger with sweet potato fries

Makes four burgers Ingredients Sweet Potato Fries 1 (1 lb.) container Olden Organics Farm Organic Sweet Potato Fries 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon Pink Fusion …
The Northeast Wisconsin Woodworkers Guild is preparing for its 41st annual Artistry in Wood show, this year showcasing the work of more than 50 artists from around Northeast Wisconsin.

NEWWG to host 41st annual Artistry in Wood show

NORTHEAST WISCONSIN – The Northeast Wisconsin Woodworkers Guild is preparing for its 41st annual Artistry in Wood show, this year showcasing the work of more than 50 artists from around …

Annual Veterans Day concert is Nov. 6

The Algoma Community Band, Algoma High School Concert Band and Wind Ensemble will present their annual Veterans Day concert on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center (PAC), 514 …
Phlash serves as a virtual resource for students seeking information about UW-Green Bay, answering questions related to different aspects of campus life including mental health and academic support.

Enhancing student engagement

GREEN BAY – In recent years, a goal of the University of Wisconsin Green Bay has been to enhance student engagement and support through student engagement, and more specifically through …
Pictured from left Kurt’s wife, Marlene; daughter, Heidi Dramm Becker and son, Hans Dramm, accepting the award.

Dramm inducted

The Commercial Growers of Wisconsin (CGW) posthumously honored Kurt Dramm with recent induction ceremony into their Hall of Fame. His name will now be displayed at the Boerner Botanical Gardens …
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Yunk

Nicolet National Bank Senior Spotlight

Parents’ names : Mike and Jamie Yunk Siblings: Jarrett Position or events: Running back and defensive line Career Highlight: Winning a conference championship in football. At what age did …
Algoma High School athletic trainer Kim Yaeger is surrounded by the 10 seniors on this year's conference champion football team. The Wolves finished 6-0 in their first year in the Across the Bay Conference, 7-1 overall in Coach Wade Vandervest's 25th season with the program (23 as head coach). The 22-20 win in a battle of conference unbeatens last Thursday at Perry Field was the first time they defeated Lena/St. Thomas Aquinas since switching to 8-man football in 2019. From left: Tyler Challis, Mark Vera, Gavin Bielawski, Damian Nolasco, John Kirchman, Yaeger, Wyatt Fay, Hunter O'Hearn, Isaac Yunk, Logan Wilson, and Carson Leist.

Algoma wins Across the Bay Conference title

ALGOMA – A short-handed Algoma team came from behind to beat Lena/St. Thomas Aquinas 22-20 last Thursday at Perry Field, giving the Wolves the inaugural Across the Bay Conference title and …
Demmin

Nicolet National Bank Senior Spotlight

Sports: Volleyball and basketball Parents’ names: Matt and Sarah Demmin Siblings: Madelyn and Ryan Demmin Position or events: Basketball Career highlight: Being co-conference champs my junior …
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Recently-acquired players shine in Packers win over Jaguars

GREEN BAY – For the second consecutive week, Brandon McManus kicked a game-winning field goal as time expired to lift the Green Bay Packers to a victory. During the Oct. 27 game against …

Packers of the Past: Ken Ruettgers

GREEN BAY -- Before the position was glamorized by Hollywood in a 2009 movie, Ken Ruettgers protected the blind sides of ten different starting quarterbacks for the Green Bay Packers between 1985 and …

The park is in: Landowners near Lambeau say lots will be open for NFL Draft

GREEN BAY – As the home opener came and went in mid-September, those living closest to Lambeau Field were more concerned with the health and projected return of starting quarterback Jordan …
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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 …

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 …

Ambassadors of music

Music coach and pastoral associate, Cate Kopkey, will again travel with nearly a dozen local students to introduce them to sights and sounds of Europe through music. Submitted photo By Gracelyn Giese …
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