Category Archives: Local News
Sheboygan Establishes Temporary DORA for Riverfest 2026
The City of Sheboygan is gearing up for the return of a yearly tradition on the riverfront. Sheboygan's Common Council recently approved a resolution to establish a temporary Designated Outdoor Refres...
Sep 11, 2026
Ripples from the Dunes - Monarch Tagging
The following article was written by Jess Johnsrud, the Education Coordinator at the Woodland Dunes Nature Center. Monarchs are one of the most recognizable butterfly species with their bold orange an...
Sep 11, 2026
Simply Paddle Hosting a Recovery Community Day on the Water
Manitowoc's newest Downtown attraction is giving the recovery community a chance to spend a day on the water. The free try-ak event is scheduled for this Sunday (September 13th) from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m....
Sep 11, 2026
Rahr-West Bringing More Sputnik History To This Year's Sputnikfest
The Rahr-West Art Museum is explaining more of the Sputnik 4 backstory as part of its annual celebration of space debris landing in Manitowoc. The 18th annual Sputnikfest takes place tomorrow (Septemb...
Sep 11, 2026
City of Sheboygan Looking to "Strengthen Trust with the Community"
The City of Sheboygan is looking to mend its relationship with residents. At this week's Common Council meeting, the group unanimously approved a resolution, appropriating approximately $42,000 to All...
Sep 11, 2026
Sheboygan Police Look to "Stuff the Squad" in Support of Recovery Program
The Sheboygan Police Department is asking the public to help them "stuff the squad" to help a recovery organization. Officer Meyer will be at the Walmart located at 3711 South Taylor Drive from 11:00 ...
Sep 11, 2026
9/11 Remembrance Ceremonies Planned Around the Lakeshore
The Cities of Manitowoc and Two Rivers have 9/11 remembrance ceremonies planned for later today. A 25th Anniversary remembrance of 9/11 takes place at Red Arrow Park in Manitowoc starting at 5:00 p.m....
Sep 11, 2026 Photo Credit - Thomas E. Franklin, The Bergen Record via AP
Two Honored by Sheboygan's Coordinated Community Response Team
Two individuals have been honored in Sheboygan for their recent work with crime victims. The Sheboygan Police Department has shared that the Coordinated Community Response Team has presented Community...
Sep 11, 2026 Officer Buchner (top), and Youth Justice Worker DuMez (bottom) with the Coordinated Community Response Team
Two Rivers Council to View Proposal for Hamilton Property Site
The City of Two Rivers is taking the next steps towards the redevelopment of the former Hamilton Property. City staff announced that the shared vision developed through their 2026 public engagement pr...
Sep 11, 2026 Photo Credit - City of Two Rivers
Manitowoc Fire Chief Ben Kraynek: "We Should Never Forget"
Today marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks, which are still considered the deadliest in American history. Over 2,900 people died after two planes crashed into the World T...
Sep 11, 2026
