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Hi Green Bay, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: The Revolutionists, gold and silver’s surge, and a pierogi-making class + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
Efficient deicing method confirmed: A UW study found salt brine clears winter roads using 40 to 72 percent less salt. All 72 Wisconsin counties, including Brown County, already use it — see what the research shows.
Fox Valley travel disruptions: Part of French Road near Wrightstown closed Feb. 23 and stays closed until fall for I-41 work. The State 47 Richmond Street interchange in Appleton will also close for reconstruction — get all the closure details.
Search narrows for new leader: Green Bay’s school board is interviewing second-round superintendent candidates today and Friday, with a selection expected March 11. Vicki Bayer is retiring, and public input is part of the process — see how to get involved.
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 they’re 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/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.
Highlights this week:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
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🫶 We got your back
Butter-burger nostalgia, unlocked: In Green Bay, Kroll’s East nails the classics with juicy, buttered burgers and the chili that put its name on the map, all in a laid-back, family-friendly hangout. When a no-fuss comfort fix calls, this hometown staple answers with flavor, warmth, and zero pretense.
Weekend skate fix: When the glide itch hits, Cornerstone Community Center delivers smooth ice, easygoing vibes, and public sessions suited to solo laps or kid energy. Feeling bold? Their Learn to Skate classes make staying upright feel within reach.
Local curiosity fix: Got an hour and a curious brain? Neville Public Museum of Brown County serves up smart, hands-on fun, very Green Bay. Fresh exhibits and community stories can turn a weekday afternoon into something quietly special, easygoing, engaging, and worth the detour.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Green Bay for grown ups
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🎭 The Revolutionists @ The Tarlton Theatre | Friday (3/6) at 7:00 PM – Catch The Revolutionists at the historic Tarlton, a sharp, funny spin on the French Revolution starring four formidable women. Come for the manifesto writing and guillotine-era zingers, stay for dinner, drinks, and the satisfying glow of supporting local theater. Tickets are $15, reserve a table.
❄ Winter Market on Military @ BMO Harris Bank | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Head upstairs at the BMO Bank Building for Winter Market on Military, indoors, because Wisconsin, a small-town-style farmers market with real Green Bay charm. Load up on local produce, meats, sourdough, and cheese, then browse truffles, pickles, and gifts while running into half your neighbors.
🌱 Brown County Seed Library Launch @ Brown County Library (Central Library) | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – The Brown County Seed Library is kicking off the new growing season with expert talks, hands-on demos, and kid stuff that actually entertains. Meet Mother Nature, make seed art, and snag free seeds, from veggies and herbs to pollinator-friendly natives. Free, fun, and local.
🥟 Polish Pierogi Class @ The Flour Pot – LLC | Sunday (3/8) at 11:00 AM – If your dumpling game tops out at takeout, Kristen’s pierogi class is the move. Mix, roll, fill, and shape, sample them boiled and sautéed, then leave with a stash, plus recipes for potato and onion, and mushroom and sauerkraut. No experience needed, ages 12+ welcome.
🌶 Chili Cookoff Benefit for White Paws @ Richard Craniums | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – Richard Craniums is stirring up chili, charity, and bragging rights for White Paws German Shepherd Rescue. Throw your pot in for $20, or snag a $10 bowl with five votes, then chase cash, a bar tab, booze raffles, and a 50/50.
🌿 Macrame Workshop – Plant Hanger @ The French House of Clay | Wednesday (3/11) at 5:30 PM – Get knotty with a hands-on macrame workshop that finally gives your trailing pothos a proper throne. Learn beginner-friendly knots, customize with beads, and yes, walk out with a boho hanger. Spring for the upgrade, and you leave with planter, succulent, soil, and the works.
🍷 Orin Swift Cellars Wine Pairing Dinner @ Heritage Restaurant | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Orin Swift is taking over Heritage with a five-course pairing worth dressing up for. Sip from Blank Stare to Mercury Head, including a restaurant-only Merlot, as a winery insider shares the good stuff, while kitchen throws down duck tortellini, dry-aged strip, and venison. Plus giveaways.
Live music & entertainment:
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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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📻 Green Bay report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 44°F – Low: 37°F – Precip: 14%
Partly sunny. High near 44, with temperatures falling to around 42 in the afternoon. Northeast wind around 8 mph. Later: A slight chance of rain after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 37. East wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Tomorrow – High: 58°F – Low: 39°F – Precip: 97%
Rain likely before noon, then rain and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 58. South southeast wind 6 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Later: Rain and a chance of thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 39. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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