MONDAY
– A bill written by State Senator Andre Jacque of De Pere which aims to help adults at risk has passed its first hurdle. Click here to learn more about Senate Bill 388.
– Two area residents are among the 54 individuals recently pardoned by Governor Tony Evers. Click here to see who made the cut.
– The Wisconsin State Assembly will be recognizing Hilbert/Potter First Responder President Doug Schoen as a “Hometown Hero” at the upcoming Assembly session. Click here to see what Schoen did to earn the honor.
– The Wisconsin FFA Foundation has begun accepting applications for post-secondary scholarships. Click here to see how you can apply.
TUESDAY
– The Manitowoc Public Library is preparing to host their Winter Read-a-Thon. Click here to learn more about the event.
– Bank First and the Rahr-West Art Museum Charitable Foundation will be hosting a fundraiser in early February. Click here to learn more about “An Evening with STEEM”.
– The Kiel community came together to help a family in need. Click here to see what they did to help the Lucas family following a house fire.
– A Mishicot man and his snow sculpture team was back at Lambeau Field this week. Click hereto see what Michael Sponholtz and Team USA were doing.
WEDNESDAY
– Manitowoc Public Utilities is giving residents some tips to help avoid frozen water pipes. Click here to see how you can keep your water flowing.
– Lakeshore Technical College is aiming to help fill the growing need for healthcare workers with an upcoming program. Click here to learn more about their upcoming healthcare open house and blood drive.
– HSHS St. Nicholas Hospital has announced the appointment of Shana McClone as their new Chief Nursing Officer. Click here to see what McClone will be doing in her new role at the hospital.
– Anglers, get your poles ready, as the Shoto Conservation Club is preparing for the 33rd Annual Manitowoc County Winter Fishing Derby. Click here for more information on the event taking place early next month.
THURSDAY
– Manitowoc Based Bank First has merged with the parent company of Denmark State Bank. Click here to see the details.
– A local representative has introduced a bill aiming to help fix the shortage of psychiatrists in the State. Click here to see how Assemblyman Paul Tittl proposes we fix the problem.
– Earlier this week, the Two Rivers Environmental Advisory Board gathered to discuss several ways the Cool City can be more eco-friendly. Click here to see what they are planning on doing.
– Pinecrest Historical Village is welcoming families to sled, snowshoe, and cross-country ski in the village. Click here for more details.
FRIDAY
– The Principal at Valders Elementary School remembers 8-year-old Skylar Rose Beattie as a special person with a heart of gold. Click here to see how the school will be honoring her memory.
– Local Assemblyman Paul Tittl was in Madison Thursday, along with the recipient of the “Hometown Hero” award. Click here to see why Doug Schoen was given the honor.
– A total of seven bands have signed on to rock out on February 5th as a part of Music is the Cure. Click here to see the full lineup.
– This week we ran a five part series on the Afghan refugees settling in Green Bay. Click the following links to see what two refugees, an interpreter, a volunteer, and officials at Catholic Charities had to say.
Afghan Refugees Tell Their Story Part 1: Abdull
Afghan Refugees Tell Their Story Part 2: Ali
Afghan Refugees Tell Their Story Part 3: Interpreter Sayed Wardak
Afghan Refugees Tell Their Stories Part 4: Catholic Charities Volunteer Mary Arnold
Afghan Refugees Tell Their Stories Part 5: Catholic Charities of Green Bay
