Category Archives: Local News
Sputnikfest Celebrates Landing of Russian Sputnik IV in Manitowoc
Manitowoc celebrates Sputnikfest on Saturday, September 7 with the 12th annual observance of a 20-pound piece of Russian Sputnik IV landing in the middle of North 8th street, 57-years ago this week. T...
Sep 6, 2019
September is Preparedness Month in Wisconsin
Disasters happen, which is why it's important for everyone in Wisconsin to learn how they can protect themselves, their family, and their community. To help encourage everyone to be ready, Gov. Tony E...
Sep 6, 2019
Flu Season is Upon Us
It's not too soon to begin preparing for flu season. Manitowoc County Health Officer Mary Halada tells SeehaferNews.com that the flu vaccine is recommended for anyone six months of age and older. "Som...
Sep 6, 2019 William Brawley / CC
The Wall That Heals is Coming to Manitowoc Next Week
The Wall That Heals, a three quarter sized replica of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington DC, will be calling the Manitowoc County Expo Grounds its home next week. The wall has etched into it the ...
Sep 6, 2019 Austin Kirk / CC
Two Rivers Downtown Holiday Lighting and Decoration Committee Still Fundraising
The Two Rivers Downtown Holiday Lighting and Decoration Committee is still in need of funds to be able to get the downtown area ready for the holiday season. Their Phase 1 fundraising goal is $30,000,...
Sep 6, 2019 Kate Brady / CC
Fire Causes Significant Damage to a Kaukauna Industry
Kaukauna firefighters responded early this morning to a large fire at Roloff Manufacturing. Fire Department personnel from Kaukauna said they found significant flames and smoke coming from inside the ...
Sep 6, 2019 Ponas Jonas / CC
Former Appleton Driver’s Ed Teacher Found Guilty in Child Enticement Case
A 74-year-old Appleton man has been found guilty of Attempted Child Enticement. Charles Rodgers entered a no-contest plea yesterday and was found guilty by the court. The criminal complaint indicated ...
Sep 6, 2019
Notre Dame Academy in Green Bay Shuts Down for Shooting Threat
The school year has only just begun, and there have already been three shooting threats in the area. Earlier this week we reported on two separate cases at Sheboygan South High School, and yesterday a...
Sep 6, 2019
Criminal Charges Filed Against Green Bay School Employee Accused of Sex Assault
A court appearance today for a Green Bay school staffer accused of sexually assaulting a student a Southwest High School(Thursday). Thirty-one-year-old Courtney Roznowski is now charged with three cou...
Sep 5, 2019
Federal Judge Dismisses Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Green Bay
U-S District Court Chief Judge William C. Griesbach has given the defense the dismissal it sought. The family of Joseph Biegert had filed the wrongful death suit after he was shot to death by police f...
Sep 5, 2019 Patrick Feller / CC
