2021 year in review: Top 10 most-read stories in Kaukauna
Although the pandemic dominated headlines around the nation in 2021, there were many other stories that captured the attention of Kaukauna Community News readers.
UPDATE: Law Street in Kaukauna reopens following report of gas leak
Crews responded to a gas leak Tuesday in Kaukauna.
Health officials warn about surge in cases as Fox Valley hospitals near capacity
State health officials today issued a public health advisory calling on all Wisconsinites to take urgent action to prevent additional hospitalizations and deaths due to COVID-19.
Rico’s restaurant in Freedom closes permanently
Rico's Family Restaurant in Freedom has closed permanently following the death last month of the owner.
As Christmas approaches, demand grows at Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry
As Christmas approaches, volunteers at the Loaves and Fishes food pantry typically see demand grow, so they try a little harder to help make the holidays bright for everyone.
GoFundMe set up for Kaukauna track coach killed in crash
A GoFundMe.com account has been launched to help with funeral expenses for a Kaukauna High School track coach killed in a crash.
Kaukauna man dead in crash that led to train derailment
A Kaukauna man died Wednesday when a service van he was driving was hit from behind in heavy fog and pushed underneath a moving train.
No evidence found to confirm threat in Friday school TikTok challenge
APPLETON -- School districts are reassuring parents that there is no credible threat to a challenge sweeping through the social media app TikTok warning about school shootings Friday.
High winds down trees, scatter outdoor decorations across Kaukauna
Although Kaukauna escaped serious damage from the high winds that swept through Northeast Wisconsin overnight, evidence of the menacing blast can be seen throughout town.
Rescue Act grants help keep Outagamie County businesses and nonprofits afloat
More than $1.6 million in American Rescue Plan Act grants have been given to 139 Outagamie County businesses and nonprofits in 2021.