MONDAY
– Hundreds gathered at a home in Manitowoc County to celebrate the life of a farmer who has surpassed a very impressive life milestone. Click here to learn more about the life of 100-year-old Kermitt Hackmann.
– Wisconsin’s governor is attempting to get funding from the FEMA after record flooding in April. Click here to see how much was requested to address damage to Manitowoc County.
– The Manitowoc Police Department is continuing its crackdown on minibikes. Click here to learn more about the ordinance.
– The Manitowoc County Historical Society is ready for a busy summer of events. Click here to see what is on tap at the Pinecrest Historical Village.
TUESDAY
– The Democrats’ nominee pool in the 6th Congressional District is down to two, and one of them is getting a couple of major endorsements. Click here to see which state organizations have endorsed Brad Smith.
– he fallen heroes of Manitowoc County were honored on Monday. Click here to see what Mayor Justin Nickels, County Executive Tyler Martell, and Representative Paul Tittl told the crowd on Memorial Day.
– Manitowoc’s Police Department is keeping an eye on another type of bike that has become more common. Click here to learn more about gas-powered bikes.
WEDNESDAY
– One of Manitowoc County’s compost sites has been temporarily closed. Click here to see why the Woodland Drive site is not accepting brush and branches right now.
– 2026 has been a year of celebration, growth, and remembrance for a local brewery. Click here to see what 3 Sheeps Brewing has planned for its 14th birthday.
– An official commemorative T-shirt for a famous Two Rivers quartet has been created. Click here to see how you can get your Schmitt Brothers commemorative t-shirt.
– The Mishicot boys golf team has made history. Click here to see how the Indians secured the school’s first gold regional championship in 46 years.
THURSDAY
– The Kiel community is showing its support for a man left in a comma after being attacked at a bar. Click here to see how the owners of Badger’s Den are helping the family of Cody Rautmann.
– Road construction is beginning next week near Manitowoc Lutheran High School. Click here for details on the project at Lancer Circle.
– Progress is being made at a former factory site in Two Rivers. Click here to see what major step has been taken at the former Hamilton property
– There is a big expansion happening at a local Lutheran school. Click here to learn more about the Preparing for God’s Blessings project at Immanuel Lutheran School.
FRIDAY
– Work continues to progress at Manitowoc’s Red Arrow Beach. Click here for the latest update.
– The founder of a local brewery has shared more about a partnership honoring a music icon from Wisconsin. Click here to learn more about the partnership between 3 Sheeps Brewing and the Les Paul Foundation.
– A Two Rivers woman is using her experiences to connect with her granddaughter in a very unique way. Click here to learn more about Deanne P. Wells’ Dee Dee’s Adventures Coloring Book series.
– NAMI Manitowoc County has revealed the recipients of two mental health-focused scholarships. Click here to see who received the two $2,000 scholarships.
