5 May 2025

Main Street reconstruction design phase in motion

All of the public comments are in, and environmental documentation is underway as the city of Shawano and Wisconsin Department of Transportation prepare for the 2028 reconstruction of Main Street from Zingler Avenue north to the bridge over the Shawano Lake Outlet Channel. According to Andrew Casper, project manager, the work will include pavement replacement, pedestrian curb ramps, traffic signals and spot curb repairs. More specifically, the pr
Obituaries 5 May 2025
Robert Walters Jr.
Robert Walters Jr., of Morgan, entered the gates of heaven with family at his side on Sunday, April 27, 2025, after suffering a stroke. Bob was born in Green Bay on May 17, 1950, to Florabelle Steber and Robert Walters Sr. Growing up, he caddied at Oneida Golf and Riding and enjoyed telling stories of caddying for Vince Lombardi from time to time. He was a 1968 graduate of Premontre High School.
Obituaries 5 May 2025
Neil Bigelow
Neil Bigelow passed away at home Wednesday, April 30, 2025. He was born to Edward and Ella (Hertwig) Bigelow July 2, 1935, in Oconto Falls. Neil attended area schools and graduated from Oconto Falls High School with the class of 1953. He worked for Scott Paper and Kimberly Clark for 44 years. From Neil’s first marriage, he has one son, Randy.
Kathleen Marsh 5 May 2025
Let the experts determine forest health
As I gaze out our patio door this late-April morning, I can see clearly that Otter Run is awakening from its winter slumber. The ice went out two weeks ago; the lake is placid and peaceful today. The reflection of the trees on the water shows they are leafing out. Unfortunately, that means Jon is sneezing and wheezing as his allergies are kicking in big time. I’m blessed that I’m not prone to this affliction.
Community 5 May 2025
Retirement new gateway to problem drinking
I think most people, even from a young age, are aware of the risks of drinking alcohol in excess or on a regular basis, including impaired judgement, liver failure, drunk driving, addiction, etc.
5 May 2025
Honor roll announced for Oconto Falls High School
The 2024-25 third quarter honor roll at Oconto Falls High School has been announced. Seniors Highest Honors: Brielle Behling, Abigail Budz, Isabella Heinke, Josie Holtz, Miranda Metzler, Mckenzie Miller, Jonathan Moody, Emerich Skarban, Olivia Wagner. High Honors: Jack Adler, Isabelle Blazek, Addison Borst, Cole Bozile, Hunter Bozile, Isaac Bramer, Zoey Bullington, Grayson Cahak, Neela Cherry, Jacob Cole, Hailey Delzer, Easton Engel, Luke Gilbert
Green & Gold Express 5 May 2025
Full NFL schedule to be announced May 14
The wait is almost over. The 2025 NFL draft is complete, and the full 2025 schedule will be announced at 7 p.m. May 14. The dates will be set, primetime matchups will be known, and every game will be revealed on the NFL Network airwaves. The 2025 NFL season is scheduled to begin Sept. 4 with the Philadelphia Eagles hosting the NFL Kickoff Game. The regular season concludes Jan. 4, 2026, and the playoffs are scheduled to start Jan.
4 May 2025
Opening day success
4 May 2025
BABA season underway
The Badger Amateur Baseball Association began its 2025 season the weekend of May 4. East-West Division May 4 Clintonville 5, Marion 2 WP: Jaden Doornink 6 IP, 2R, 6H, 4K LP: Joe Weyenberg 4 IP, 4R, 4H, 3K Clintonville: Jason Schneider 1x3 w/ 2 RBI; Keenan Doornink 2x4 Marion: Bobby Brunkers 2x4; Mitch Elandt 1x4 w/ RBI Little Falls 15, Crandon 1 WP: Carter Kurki 4 IP,7K, 4H, 1R LP: C Palubicki Little Falls: Tanner Nienhaus 1x2 RBI; Kal Fischer 1x
4 May 2025
Wisconsin specialty cheese production up 1%
With 25% of the nation’s total cheese production, Wisconsin maintained its ranking as the nation’s top cheese producing state in 2024. At 1.02 billion pounds, specialty cheese accounted for 28% of Wisconsin’s total cheese production. This was an increase of 71.3 million pounds from 2023.
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