Members of the Shawano County Planning, Development and Zoning Committee voted unanimously June 3 to halt development of data centers for the next 12 months.

The arrival of summer means that the city of Shawano’s parks and recreation department is unleashing its music and entertainment programs that have become common signs of summer.

An Oconto Falls doctor convicted in federal court on a combined five counts of producing and transporting child pornography is seeking a new trial alleging he was found guilty on inadmissible evidence.

A Neopit couple whose 9-month-old infant suffered broken bones and bruises while in their care were recently sentenced in federal court after being indicted on child abuse and neglect charges.

According to court documents:

Louis A. Tucker and Nyomi L.M. Acosta were arrested after Menominee Tribal Police received an anonymous tip about bruises on Acosta’s infant’s back, face and head that appeared to be made by an adult.

Community members who want to make a difference in the lives of local families are invited to join the planning committee for Empty Bowls, Caring Hearts 2026, a fundraising event benefiting Shawano Area Matthew 25.

The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 19 at Shawano Community High School, 220 County Road B, Shawano, but organizers are seeking volunteers now to help make this community fundraiser a success.

The Oconto County Historical Society will hold its annual pie and ice cream social and elegant junque sale June 14.

The fundraiser will be held from noon to 3 p.m. at the Beyer Home and Carriage Museum, 917 Park Ave., Oconto.

This special event occurs on Copperfest weekend, which is celebrated annually in Oconto.