Pride flag returns after burning attempt
APPLETON — The Pride flag is flying again above the Outagamie County downtown campus in Appleton after someone doused it with gasoline and attempted to set it on fire Monday. According to a news release, at approximately 10 a.m., a person removed the Pride flag displayed at the Outagamie County downtown campus, doused it with […]
Kaukauna student gets heartwarming sendoff from classmates as she prepares for new round of surgery
KAUKAUNA — A Kaukauna student received a heartwarming sendoff on her last day of the school year as she prepares for a new round of surgery. Kaukauna High School principal Aaron Herm shared video on social media of Brooklyn’s classmates cheering her on. In a post to the Kaukauna Community Group, Brooklyn’s mother, Dana Hintz […]
Scottys Pub and Grill moving to former Skyview Club
KAUKAUNA — Scottys Pub and Grill in Kaukauna will soon be moving to a new location. The popular eatery recently purchased the former Skyview Club and made the announcement May 20 on its Facebook page. “Well, I can stop all the rumors, today we signed paperwork and have purchased Skyview Club. We are looking to […]
Kaukauna Farmers Market, Live! from Hydro Park kick off summer 2026 season Wednesday
KAUKAUNA — The Kaukauna Farmers Market opens its summer season Wednesday, with Fox Menagerie kicking off the Live! from Hydro Park concert series. The Farmers Market is held the same night as the Live! from Hydro Park concert series and will take place on Wednesday nights from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. starting June 3, […]
Outagamie County Highway workers rescue cats from abandoned car
LITTLE CHUTE — A dozen lucky cats have a new lease on life after being rescued from an abandoned car in Little Chute by four quick-thinking Outagamie County Highway workers. According to a social media post from County Executive Tom Nelson, four Outagamie County highway workers earlier this week rescued the 12 cats trapped in […]
Grignon Mansion season opening delayed following spring flooding
KAUKAUNA — The heavy rains of last April claimed another victim, the sump pump at the Grignon Mansion. Fortunately, the problem was quickly discovered, and salvage and restoration crews were at the home the same day. No artifacts or items of historical interest were damaged according to Mary Grogan-Seleen, president of the Friends of the […]
Appleton police arrest speeding e-bike rider suspected of OWI
APPLETON — An Appleton e-bike rider was stopped for speeding recently and arrested for OWI. Appleton is among a growing number of communities cracking down on reckless e-bike riders. Kaukauna also is one of the Fox Valley communities that has recently updated its e-bike ordinance. According to a news release, the incident began when an […]
Kaukauna High School graduation 2026: Time, location, viewing
KAUKAUNA — Commencement ceremonies for the Kaukauna High School Class of 2026: 7 p.m. at the Bank of Kaukauna Stadium at Kaukauna High School, 1701 County Highway CE. Due to limited seating, tickets are required for entry. For family, friends and community members who are unable to attend in person, the ceremony will be livestreamed […]
No injuries in 6-vehicle pileup on I-41 near Kaukauna
KAUKAUNA — A six-vehicle pileup near Kaukauna Tuesday closed northbound lanes of I-41 for hours, but there were no injuries. According to a news release, Vandenbroek Fire Department, City of Kaukauna Fire Department Ambulance, Kaukauna-Vandenbroek First Responders, Outagamie County Sheriff’s Office and Wisconsin State Patrol were dispatched at 3:47 p.m. Tuesday to I‑41 northbound, just […]
Travel alert: Pavement buckle causing accidents near Neenah
Update on the multi-vehicle pileup near Kaukauna Tuesday that closed northbound lanes of I-41 for hours. There were no injuries, but the crash involved a semi‑tractor trailer, two pickup trucks pulling trailers, and three passenger vehicles. More: https://kaukaunacommunitynews.com/2026/05/26/no-injuries-in-6-vehicle-pileup-on-i-41-near-kaukauna/ NEENAH — A pavement buckle on I-41 near Neenah has caused multiple accidents, and one northbound lane […]