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Sunrises on Lake Michigan are sometimes spectacular. Some of the best salmon fishing takes place around dawn and dusk — or even under the light of a bright moon.

Salmon derbies every weekend in July

The longest-running fishing contest on the Wisconsin side of Lake Michigan, the Northeastern Wisconsin Great Lakes Sport Fishermen Salmon Derby at Manitowoc, is underway. If you didn’t …
The Algoma Area Chamber of Commerce chose the theme "Where Legends 'R Reel" to celebrate Algoma's rich fishing culture.

Shanty Days theme: Where Legends R’ Reel

ALGOMA – The Algoma Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the official theme for the 2025 Shanty Days celebration: Where Legends R’ Reel. This year’s theme pays tribute …
The Margaret Muir docked with the schooner Mystic Star in Oswego, New York.

Margaret A. Muir listed in the National Register of Historic Places

KEWAUNEE – The Wisconsin Historical Society announced the listing of the Margaret A. Muir Shipwreck in the National Register of Historic Places on June 23. The schooner is located in Lake …
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The fair offers animal showings, rides, live music and vendors selling everything from food to handmade goods.

Kewaunee County Fair returns

LUXEMBURG – On Tuesday, July 8, the Kewaunee County Fair will kick off with a dinner at the fairgrounds from 6-8 p.m. There will be brief presentations by the Luxemburg Chamber of Commerce …

Luxy Raceway announces five feature winners

LUXEMBURG – On June 20, the Luxy Raceway held races for five different divisions. In the IMCA Village Kitchen Modifieds division, Todd “Felix” Dart of Algoma won the feature …

Independence Day

Dear Reader, The Fourth of July is upon us once again—a day when we pause to celebrate our independence as a nation. This holiday commemorates that pivotal moment in 1776 when our …
The Viking Octantis passengers come on shore to tour Algoma or take busses to Door or Brown counties.

Viking Octantis (Duluth to Toronto) arrives July 5

ALGOMA – The day after Independence Day, Algoma will welcome its fourth cruise ship of the season at Crescent Beach and Boardwalk. The Algoma Area Chamber of Commerce has continued to …
The Fourth of July celebrates our country's independence and the veterans who served to protect our freedoms. There will be a variety of area events to commemorate the holiday.

Independence Day celebrations

KEWAUNEE COUNTY – With the Fourth of July approaching, there will be patriotic celebrations across the county honoring our nation. Some of these events are listed below. An aerial and …
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Mattson

Nicolet National Bank Senior Spotlight

Parents’ names: Troy & Marsha Mattson Siblings: Morgan Mattson Social Media: @brookemattson_ Position: Shortstop & guard Career highlight: During the Algoma vs. Luxemburg …
Diesel Bosdeck scored the title game's first run in the top of the fourth, racing home on a wild pitch.

Kewaunee oh-so-close, earns state silver

Kewaunee’s second drive to the state baseball tournament ended in a heartbreaking title game loss to the state’s top-ranked team, Kenosha St. Joseph Catholic Academy. But you’d …
VanEss

Nicolet National Bank Senior Spotlight

Parents’ names: Mike and Melissa Van Ess Siblings: Kiana and Cael Van Ess Position or events : Pitcher and Infield Instagram : @kate.vaness6 Career Highlight: 2x 2nd team all-conference …
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Ed Policy is introduced during the 2024 Green Bay Packers Shareholder meeting at Lambeau Field.

From dinner table to board room

GREEN BAY – If you’ve heard of the self-fulfilling prophecy, you may start to believe that the Packers are heading into some successful seasons. Incoming Green Bay Packers CEO Ed …

At the 1957 dedication of the New City Stadium, many well-known figures were in attendance, including then-Vice President Richard Nixon, center, and the reigning Miss America, Marilyn Van Der Bur, left, and NFL Commissioner, Burt Bell, right.

Lambeau Field, second oldest and second biggest

GREEN BAY – Though the Green Bay Packers have a long-standing reputation for being the oldest team in the NFL, their stadium is close to holding a similar status. New City Stadium …
A 1970s posed photo of the Golden Girls, Green Bay Packers cheerleaders.

De Pere studio looks to relinquish Packers history

GREEN BAY – Over the last century, Green Bay Packers photography has grown synonymous with names like Stiller, Biever and Harmann, but one of those names is looking to relinquish that history …
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Remembering the missing
The Oneida Vocational Rehabilitation Services, Tribal Action Plan (TAP) and Oneida Cultural Heritage programs hosted the Missing & Murdered Indigenous Relatives Walk on May 10. The walk began at the Oneida Recreation center and proceeded to the Oneida Elementary School . The Oneida Nation hosts the walk annually to raise awareness for all missing individuals — but most pointedly Indigenous sisters and brothers.
Meet Denmark Middle School student Mollie Goral
Learn more about Denmark Middle School student Mollie Goral and her artwork.
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:
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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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