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Rise and shine, Fox Cities! A $1 land deal for workforce housing, an evening with J. Henry Distillery, an after-hours library campout, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Deeper roots in Northeast Wisconsin: Stevens Construction Corp. is expanding in Fox Cities with a 3,000-square-foot Appleton office at Park Place, set to open in April 2026 after recent projects in Oshkosh and Green Bay — get all the details.
Compassionate care in action: ThedaCare launched the ThedaCARES Clothing Closet to preserve patient dignity, offering clean clothing when garments are damaged during treatment, supported by a $25,000 grant and available at all 10 hospitals — learn how the program works.
Plans for former furniture site: Neenah is pursuing a 50‑unit workforce housing project with Eminent Development on South Commercial Street. The $18 million plan hinges on state tax credits and a proposed $1 land sale — get all the details.
Elevating competence and ethics: Appleton-based NATP has launched a professional credentialing program through its Center for Professional Excellence, offering initial credentials to qualified tax pros, with additional options planned later in 2026 — see eligibility and credential options.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why precious metals are back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175 per month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
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🫶 We got your back
Community generosity on display: Neenah students are collecting cereal for the Saint Vincent de Paul Food Pantry through the Do Good Wisconsin Cereal Box Challenge. The district’s goal is at least 700 unopened boxes to support local families. Donations are being accepted at the school through March 6. See how to donate.
Hands-on environmental stewardship: Appleton started an Adopt-A-Pond program to help maintain city stormwater ponds. Volunteers commit to at least two cleanups a year, removing trash and small debris along shores. The effort boosts public awareness and stewardship while letting city crews focus on higher-priority work. Get all the details.
Sauce on your sleeve: When low and slow calls, Parker John’s BBQ & Pizza answers with brisket, ribs, and pulled pork, plus stone-fired pies for the non-BBQ crowd. Settle in, crack the free peanuts, sip something cold, and call it dinner without overthinking.
Fresh cut energy: When your grown-out layers start staging a rebellion, Anagen 11 Salon steps in with thoughtful consultations, precision cuts, dimensional color, extensions, and smoothing treatments. Everything you need to look put-together again, without the fuss. Fox Valley good hair days included.
What do people see when they search your name? Search results can surface past mistakes or outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. BetterReputation helps remove and clean up unwanted content so your online presence matches your real life today. Not worried about yourself? Doesn’t hurt to mention it to family or friends who might be.
Take control of your credit card debt: High interest can keep you stuck paying more than you need to. A balance transfer card with 0% intro APR until 2027 and no annual fee gives you time to pay down what you owe without interest working against you. By transferring your balance, more of your payment goes toward the principal so you can actually make a dent in what you owe.
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📆 Around town this week
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🔥 Glass Studio Class: Shattered Beauties Fused Glass @ Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass | Tuesday (2/24) at 5:30 PM – Nothing beats making art by safely breaking stuff, right? Learn to layer, cut, and nip glass into a one of a kind fused piece, choose from three images, and, if you get hooked, open studio awaits after three classes for tackling your own intricate designs.
🎩 Houdini Family Night Out @ Baskin-Robbins | Wednesday (2/25) at 4:00 PM – Finally, a school fundraiser that rewards your sweet tooth. Hit Baskin-Robbins the last Wednesday of the month, 4 to 7 pm, order your usual, and 10% helps Houdini. Bring the kids, enjoy a cone, and feel noble between bites.
🥃 An Evening with J. Henry Distillery @ Stone Toad Bar & Grill | Wednesday (2/25) at 6:00 PM – Nothing beats sipping handcrafted Wisconsin bourbon with the guy pouring it. For $50, you get a welcome cocktail, J. Henry flights with Mark, a bottle drawing, and Wisconsin-themed apps, plus bottles to buy after. Pop into The Toad to reserve, and practice your tasting face.
💍 Simple Open Top Sterling Ring Workshop @ Trout Museum of Art | Thursday (2/26) at 5:30 PM – Skip the mall cases and craft your own sterling open-top ring with metal clay, textures, and a few artful flourishes. All materials are included, all skill levels welcome, and TMA members save 10%. Finally, jewelry that fits your hand, your taste, and your timeline.
🚢 The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald @ Appleton Public Library | Thursday (2/26) at 6:00 PM – Appleton Lyceum dives into the Edmund Fitzgerald with Outagamie County Executive Thomas Nelson at the helm. From his book Wrecked, expect history, perspective, and how a Great Lakes disaster rippled through the economy, plus a Gordon Lightfoot earworm for good measure.
🍺 Pints For a Purpose @ Celebration Lutheran School | Friday (2/27) at 5:30 PM – Beer tasting with a conscience, plus good food and that small-town fellowship we love. Every pint helps build the school’s playground, so you can fund monkey bars, catch up with half the PTA, and call it community service. Register to sip, or volunteer to pour.
⛺ Annual After-Hours Campout @ Neenah Public Library | Friday (2/27) at 6:30 PM – After hours at Neenah Library means blankets and flashlights, and yes, you’re encouraged to bring your inner kid. Build a first-floor fort, hunt for wild animals among the stacks, make a take-home craft, and enjoy a campout with zero mosquitoes, damp sleeping bags, or registration.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Fox Cities report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 23°F – Low: 16°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 23. North northwest wind 3 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 16. Southwest wind 1 to 8 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 33°F – Low: 16°F – Precip: 74%
Snow likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 33. South southwest wind 9 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible. Later: A chance of snow before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 16. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.
This house is wild
New construction by RE Developers pairs elevated finishes with modern comfort in a bright, open layout. Vaulted ceilings, expansive windows, and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace define the great room. The chef’s kitchen features custom cabinetry, quartz counters, and premium appliances. Spa-inspired baths and generous bedrooms impress. A ready-to-finish lower level invites future media, guest, or recreation space.
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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