Sue Gertz, KASD school board member, former city council member, passes away at age 85
KAUKAUNA — Sue Gertz, who made history as Kaukauna’s first woman to serve on the city council, and most recently a Kaukauna Area School District Board of Education board member, has passed away at age 85. She passed away at home on March 14, 2026 after a battle with endometrial cancer, according to her obituary […]
Kaukauna Fire Department encouraging residents to clear fire hydrants
KAUKAUNA — The Kaukauna Fire Department is reaching out to request assistance in uncovering the city’s fire hydrants. They want to ensure they are accessible in the event of an emergency. They’re also encouraging residents to extend a helping hand to their neighbors. By exposing hydrant outlets, fire officials say residents can pave the way […]
Appleton North boys basketball: State tickets, viewing
APPLETON — For the first time in program history, the Appleton North boys basketball team has qualified for the WIAA state basketball tournament in Madison. The tournament runs Thursday-Saturday, March 19-21, 2026 at the Kohl Center in Madison. Appleton North, the four-seed, faces top seed Wisconsin Lutheran Friday beginning at 6:35 p.m. HOW TO GET TICKETS: Ticket prices for […]
Dan Schafer withdraws from Kaukauna mayoral race
KAUKAUNA — Challenger Dan Schafer has announced he was withdrawing from Kaukauna’s mayoral race. He was challenging Incumbent Mayor Tony Penterman. Schafer posted the following statement Monday evening on social media: “I want to thank all of you who supported me and believed in change for Kaukauna. I cannot begin to express how grateful I […]
Piggly Wiggly Kaukauna offering free delivery Tuesday for residents still snowed in
KAUKAUNA — Piggly Wiggly Kaukauna is offering free grocery delivery Tuesday for anyone who may be in need due to the storm. According to a social media post, shoppers can call their order into the store as early as 5:45 a.m. Tuesday (920 766-6080) or send your order to 385online@shopthepig.com. The store will try to […]
Snow totals: Appleton, Kaukauna, Green Bay
Updated snow totals for the Fox Valley through late Monday morning from the National Weather Service.
UPDATE: Crews continue battling industrial fire in Green Bay into the evening
GREEN BAY — Green Bay fire crews are currently battling a blaze at Green Bay Converting. The fire is still active as of 5 p.m. and nearby residents are urged to shelter in place. According to a news release, the Green Bay Metro Fire Department was dispatched about 7:45 a.m. Monday to a fire alarm […]
LIVE UPDATES: Major winter storm moving through the Fox Valley, Appleton, Kaukauna, Green Bay
5 p.m. Monday: KASD schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, March 17, due to ongoing cleanup and transportation challenges following the recent major winter storm. Thank you to the many crews working diligently to restore safe conditions across our schools and community. 7 a.m. Monday: Area of heavy snow continues to pivot over thr Fox […]
Snow emergency declared for Kaukauna
KAUKAUNA – Due to the incoming snowstorm, Mayor Penterman has issued a Class III Snow Emergency for the City of Kaukauna, effective Saturday, March 14 at 11 p.m. through Tuesday, March 17 at 7 a.m. During the snow emergency, parking is prohibited on all city streets. Vehicles in violation will be ticketed and could be towed […]
188 critters safely surrendered at 1000 Islands exotic pet event
KAUKAUNA — J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue, in partnership with 1000 Islands Environmental Center, Fox-Wolf Watershed Alliance, and the University of Wisconsin Sea Grant / Water Resources Institutes, successfully hosted an Exotic Pet Surrender Event over the weekend at the 1000 Islands Environmental Center in Kaukauna. The event provided a safe, judgment-free option for pet owners who could no […]