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Veterans Day observance traced to World War I

Veterans Day is intended to thank and honor all those who served honorably in the military — living and dead — whether in wartime or peace.

In fact, Veterans Day is largely intended to thank living veterans for their service, to acknowledge that their contributions to our national security are appreciated, and to underscore the fact that all those who serve have sacrificed and done their duty.

Veterans Day program details announced

The Allied Vets Council will hold a Veterans Day program at 11 a.m. Nov. 11 at the Shawano County Courthouse, 311 N. Main St.

The ceremony will begin with the sounding of the bells and fire whistle.

Veteran Dennis Bohm will greet those who gather, and the Rev. Andrew Zobel, senior pastor at St.James Lutheran Church, will offer the invocation.

Veterans invited to Oconto Falls schools’ programs

Staff and students at Oconto Falls High School, 210 N. Farm Road, Oconto Falls, invite veterans to their annual Veterans Day program Nov. 11.

There will be a small reception for veterans beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the OFHS Commons, followed by a high school assembly and program from 9-10 a.m. Veterans should feel free to bring family members or other guests to the program.

Pulaski Area Historical Society hosts ‘Meet the Veterans Day’ event

The Pulaski Area Historical Society invites the community to a special “Meet the Veterans Day” program from 1-3 p.m. Nov. 8 at the Pulaski Museum, 129 W. Pulaski St.

The event is free and open to the public.

Shawano-Menominee Court News

• Dennis W. Hogan, 27, Green Bay, had his probation revoked Feb. 19 on a 2023 conviction for burglary and possession of THC (second or subsequent offense). After several delays while waiting for an attorney to be appointed, Judge Katherine Sloma sentenced Hogan Oct. 27 to 18 months in prison followed by five years of extended supervision with conditions.

Shawano County Public Record

Shawano County Sheriff’s Department

Nov. 2

Oconto County Court News

• Brian A. Blasing, 35, an Oconto man serving a sentence at Dodge Correctional Institution in Waupun, pleaded guilty Oct. 17 to first-degree reckless homicide through delivery of drugs. Judge Michael Judge sentenced him Oct. 29 to 12 years in prison followed by eight years of extended supervision with conditions.

Oconto County Public Record

Oconto County Sheriff’s Department

Oct. 30

Marion firm wins 2025 coolest Wisconsin product contest

The winner of the Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin 2025 contest is made in Marion.

Search and Rescue 1000 Island Airboats, manufactured by 1000 Island Airboats in Marion, was crowned the winner at Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce’s annual Business Day event Oct. 23 in Madison.

Packers’ elite status needs to show up Monday night

Green Bay returns for another prime time game when the Packers host the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday Night Football.

Packers’ offense vs. Eagles’ defense

Philadelphia’s defense has stars at all three levels and a legend coaching on that side of the ball.

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