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Here’s your weekly roundup of what happened in and around Kaukauna and the Fox Valley.
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 […]
Winning $50k lottery ticket sold at Kaukauna Kwik Trip
KAUKAUNA — For the Kwik Trip on 322 Lawe St. in Kaukauna, big Lottery wins are starting to become a habit. The lottery retailer sold a winning $50,000 Powerball ticket for the Monday, May 25, 2026, drawing. According to a news release, the winning ticket matched four of five numbers (17-32-48-60-64) and the Powerball (10). Monday’s win […]
New CoVantage Credit Union in Kaukauna nears completion
Send your business news to News@KaukaunaCommunityNews.com KAUKAUNA — Construction of CoVantage Credit Union’s newest location at 101 E. Kelso Rd., Kaukauna, is progressing on schedule, with a soft opening planned for June 15, 2026. According to a news release published in CUInsight, the Kaukauna location will serve as a full-service branch, providing members with access […]
Kaukauna-made juke box comes full circle thanks to Appleton collecter
KAUKAUNA — An ultra-rare, full-sized 1950s era Ristaucrat jukebox manufactured in Kaukauna has returned home the Fox Valley after being recovered in Europe. According to a post in the Kaukauna Community Group, Aaron Schmitt of Appleton-based antique jukebox restoration parts supplier Victory Glass says he recently imported a shipping container of juke boxes and coin-operated […]
Kaukauna splash pad opens for 2026
KAUKAUNA — The Kaukauna Aquatic Center Splash Pad is officially open for the 2026 summer season, the Rec Department announced Saturday. The Splash Pad will be open every day from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. and is completely free until the pool opens on June 8. The high temperature for Saturday is forecast at 70 degrees, then […]
Burgess joins Kaukauna Police Department as newest officer
KAUKAUNA — The Kaukauna Police Department is welcoming Jacob Burgess as its newest officer. Burgess joins our department with one year of law enforcement experience with the Fox Valley Metro Police Department. The department welcomed Burgess Friday in a social media post. He grew up in the Green Bay area and says he is excited […]