MONDAY
– The Manitowoc County Sheriff’s Department wants to inform the public of a scam call hitting Manitowoc County. Click here to learn more about the scam, and what to do if you are targeted.
– Manitowoc County District Attorney Jacalyn LaBre spoke with Seehafer News about how her teams goes about prosecuting cases. Click here to see why she said her team has such a difficult job.
– The Robert E. Burns American Legion Post #165 is going to honor World War I veterans in June. Click here to learn more about the ceremony, and the history of Memorial Drive.
– A gold outing will be taking place this summer to help push the Manitowoc Eternal Flame Fund past its $200,000 fundraising goal. Click here to learn more about the Flame, and the Golf Outing.
TUESDAY
– Another wrinkle has been thrown into the Steven Avery murder case, as his defense team has admitted new evidence, and is looking to bring the case back to trial. Click here to see what new evidence has been submitted by the defense.
– A Green Bay man has been arrested after he allegedly attempted to shoot a woman in the face with a shotgun. 41-year-old Marvin Davis was charged with Attempted First Degree Intentional Homicide by Use of a Dangerous Weapon.
– An Appleton man, who is a rescue swimmer with the U.S. Coast Guard, has been honored with the Distinguished Flying Cross. Click here to see what Petty Officer 3rd Class John Kelly did to earn the honor.
– The City of Manitowoc and the Wisconsin Maritime Museum are looking for more vendors for the Fourth on the Shore celebration. Click here for more information on how to apply.
WEDNESDAY
– An Appleton man who was charged in the 2017 murder of 48-year-old Annie Ford has been convicted. 62-year-old Johnny Scott was found guilty due to a no-contest plea on a charge of First-Degree Intentional Homicide, while two other counts were dismissed. Scott will be back in court on June 15th for his sentencing.
– Manitowoc County Sheriff Dan Hartwig praised the work of County employees during the pandemic. Click here to see what he had to say on the topic.
– Manitowoc Lincoln is one of the Final-4 teams in the WIAA State Division-1 Girls Volleyball Tournament. The Ships toppled Oshkosh West to advance to the tournament, which will begin tonight (April 17th).
– Wisconsin’s favorite convenience store has joined forces with America’s National Park of Speed to help bring NASCAR racing to Eastern Wisconsin. Kwik Trip is now the presenting sponsor for the Road America 250, a NASCAR Cup Series race that will take place on the Fourth of July. The green flag will fly on the event at approximately 1:30 PM, and will be aired LIVE on NBC.
THURSDAY
– A 92-year-old Luxemburg man has died following a three-vehicle crash in the Kewaunee County Town last week. Roland DeCremer, was driving east on 54 when he struck the side of a semi after failing to yield. Another vehicle then struck DeCremer’s vehicle. Roland died on Wednesday.
– A Representative from Manitowoc has voted in favor of a package of bills that invest $3.2 billion in stimulus payments to the state back into Wisconsinites. Click here to see what the bills will do according to Assemblyman Paul Tittl.
– Roncalli Catholic Schools are preparing to kick off their 37th Annual Pierside Auction. Click here to learn more about the auction, including some of the items on the block.
– April is National Donate Life Month, and a Manitowoc man recalled his journey from diagnosis to transplant. Click here to read Ron Hinz’s story.
FRIDAY
– Manitowoc County has surpassed to more COVID-19 milestones. Click here to see which ones.
– More protection for future cyberstalking victims is a signature away. Click here to see what the Cyberstalking Protection Act, co-authored by Senator Andre Jacque of De Pere all changed.
– A group of honors has been announced by the Manitowoc Noon Rotary Club. Click here to see who was named the Police Officer, Firefighter, and Citizens of the Year.
– There are two Manitowoc Lincoln sports teams competing in State tournaments this weekend. Click the following links to see when, where, and who the volleyball and tennis teams will be playing.
– Manitowoc Lincoln Volleyball Team Advances to State Championship Match
– Ships Send Three Players to State Tennis Meet
