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SchoolsWest De Pere and Green Bay voters approve school operating referendumsIf you live in the West De Pere School District, your referendum passed. Voters approved a five-year, $24.5 million operational referendum, 6,087 to 4,891, that adds $4.9 million a year. The district is projecting a $2.6 million budget deficit this school year and a $3 million one next year, and leaders said costs have increased faster than the district can cut them.Today’s editionRead PackersPackers add quarterback Cam Miller and two others to the practice squadThe Packers signed edge D.J. Johnson, quarterback Cam Miller and safety John Saunders Jr. to the practice squad Tuesday and released safety Kahlef Hailassie. Miller, a 2025 sixth-round pick by the Las Vegas Raiders, comes from North Dakota State.Today’s editionRead BusinessFox Bros. Piggly Wiggly will buy the De Pere and Kaukauna stores from StoneridgeIf you shop the Piggly Wiggly on Swan Road, it's getting a new owner. Fox Bros. Piggly Wiggly announced Nov. 2 that it agreed to buy the De Pere and Kaukauna stores from Stoneridge Meat and Country Market, effective Jan. 31, 2027. The Hartland-based grocer is 100% employee-owned, and its employee stock ownership plan will be open to both stores' employees.Tuesday’s editionRead High School SportsN.E.W. Lutheran volleyball is going to state for the first time in 19 yearsIf you follow high school volleyball, mark Thursday morning. N.E.W. Lutheran beat Florence in a Division 5 sectional final Saturday and is headed to the Resch Center. Coach Mike Schmidt said the party kept going on the roughly two-hour ride home from Wabeno.Tuesday’s editionRead

Around De Pere

From WLUK, The Post-Crescent and 21 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. WLUK1 hour ago

    Person trapped in sand rescued at concrete company

    One person was rescued after becoming trapped in sand Wednesday at a Green Bay concrete company.

  2. The Post-Crescent1 hour ago

    Wisconsin high school boys volleyball state tournament live updates

    The WIAA boys volleyball state tournament gets underway Wednesday, Nov. 4, with quarterfinal matches at the Resch Center.

    Also reported byY100 WNCY

  3. WLUK1 hour ago

    Downtown Green Bay bridge to close Nov. 11

    Downtown Green Bay's Donald A. Tilleman Memorial (Mason Street) Bridge will be closing for a few hours next week.

  4. WFRV Local 51 hour ago

    Pulaski school referendum falls short in near split decision

    PULASKI, Wis. (WFRV) — A Pulaski School Referendum’s results show a nearly 50/50 divide in the town over whether to support it or reject it, with the town ultimately deciding on the latter. A referendum that would’ve provided $59.8 million in facilities improvements was neck and neck at the ballot box and ultimately failed by

    Also reported byTCH Daily News

  5. WFRV Local 52 hours ago

    Music Program of the Week 2026

    (WFRV) – Below is each segment for WFRV’s Music Program of the Week for 2026. 8/22 – Kimberly 8/29 – De Pere 9/5 – Neenah 9/12 – Freedom 9/21 – Green Bay Southwest 9/26 – West De Pere 10/3 – Hilbert 10/10 – Brillion High School 10/17 – West De Pere 10/24 – De Pere

  6. WHBL News2 hours ago

    Terry Weimann

    Peace is what the Angels sang when they saw her face; Terry Marie Weimann, 82, decided it was time to answer the call, returning to Jesus on October 2...

  7. WFRV Local 52 hours ago

    Wisconsin State Superintendent calls for school funding reform following midterm election

    MADISON, Wis. (WFRV) — The Wisconsin State Superintendent released a statement after the November 3 election, in which nearly 80 school referendum questions were on the ballot across the state. Dr. Jill Underly commented on the need for school funding reform and said that the issue appearing in 79 different referendum questions was key evidence

  8. NEW Media Inc.2 hours ago

    School referenda in Gillett, Pulaski fail

  9. NBC263 hours ago

    Portion of Cherry Street closed through next week in Green Bay

    Cherry Street in Green Bay will be temporarily closed between North Jefferson and North Madison streets starting Wednesday and continuing through next Friday.

  10. NEW Media Inc.3 hours ago

    Steffen to seek funding for Hometown Hero Center

  11. NEW Media Inc.3 hours ago

    WRLHS receives $3,000 from AbbyBank

  12. WLUK3 hours ago

    Thousands of 8th graders pack Resch Expo for 'Find Your Inspiration' career day

    The Greater Green Bay Chamber hosted its 10th annual Find Your Inspiration event at the Resch Expo Wednesday.

  13. Wisconsin Sports Heroics3 hours ago

    ESPN analyst names Colts kicker as potential solution to Green Bay Packers’ kicking woes

    The Green Bay Packers could pursue Colts kicker Spencer Shrader before the trade deadline as Trey Smack continues to struggle.

  14. The Milwaukee Courier3 hours ago

    Kweku's Cypher: HBCU of the NORTH

    Nothing brings out the pride of an alumni base more than homecoming; and that is amplified, exacerbated, and multiplied when it comes to Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

  15. Green Bay Packers3 hours ago

    Mike's Mid-Week Chat: Can the Packers' defense keep this up?

    Editor Mike Spofford answered fan questions in his live chat

  16. WLUK3 hours ago

    Final Newcap asset auction underway online for Green Bay office

    The auction is currently open for online bidding and will begin closing on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 6 p.m. CT.

  17. Bound Wisconsin3 hours ago

    Football Sectional Final Preview: Division 1

  18. The Heartland Post3 hours ago

    Wisconsin Voters OK $1.3 Billion in School Tax Hikes; 34 Measures Fail Amid Enrollment Declines

    Wisconsin voters approved 45 of 79 school district referendums on the Nov. 3 ballot, authorizing more than $1.3 billion in new property taxes and debt for

  19. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel3 hours ago

    Green Bay Packers star Micah Parsons returns to practice on Nov. 4

    The Green Bay Packers have opened the practice window for Micah Parsons as he practiced for the first time since he tore his ACL last year.

    Also reported byWBAYWisconsin Sports Heroics

  20. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel3 hours ago

    Best photos from the Green Bay Packers Super Bowl win over the New England Patriots

    View our best Green Bay Packers Super Bowl XXXI photos from when they beat the New England Patriots.

    Also reported byNEW Media Inc.

  21. WLUK4 hours ago

    New state record smallmouth bass from waters of Green Bay officially published

    A smallmouth bass caught by a Northeast Wisconsin angler on Green Bay is officially in the record books.

  22. WFRV Local 54 hours ago

    Greater Green Bay Chamber hosts annual 'Find Your Inspiration' job fair

    GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Event organizers in Green Bay spent Wednesday inspiring the workforce of tomorrow at a special job fair. The Greater Green Bay Chamber hosted the annual ‘Find Your Inspiration’ job fair at the Resch Expo, where local employers and 8th-grade students from 25 schools were brought together. The goal of Wednesday’s

  23. Channel 30005 hours ago

    While other teams change kickers — or consider doing so — Packers standing fast with Trey Smack

    GREEN BAY — The Green Bay Packers are sticking with inconsistent rookie kicker Trey Smack, choosing to focus on how to fix what’s amiss with him rather than replacing him.

    Also reported byWisconsin Sports Heroics

  24. WLUK5 hours ago

    Diamonds and Gold unveils New Collection of Timeless Watches

    Adam from Diamonds & Gold in Bellevue joined Fox 11 Living to showcase and

  25. Wisconsin Sports Heroics5 hours ago

    Micah Parsons set to practice with Packers for the first time since ACL injury

    The Green Bay Packers has put together a strong campaign, but its defense could still improve as the season moves forward. The Packers have been anticipating Micah Parsons’ return while the star defender recovers from the ACL tear he suffered last season. That wait may soon be over, with ESPN’s Adam Schefter reporting that Parsons

    Also reported byWFRV Local 5

  26. NBC265 hours ago

    LaFleur: Micah Parsons returning to practice Wednesday

    Packers coach Matt LaFleur made it official: Micah Parsons will return to practice Wednesday. LaFleur said Parsons will participate only in individual drills.

  27. Fond du Lac Reporter6 hours ago

    Oshkosh Arena lands American Indoor Football team for 2027

    The Wisconsin Aviators will play eight home games at Oshkosh Arena in 2027. Tryouts are Nov. 21 in De Pere.

  28. FOX6 News Milwaukee6 hours ago

    Packers November job fairs, seasonal employees wanted

    The Green Bay Packers are seeking seasonal employees to join the Lambeau Field experience, with two walk-in job fairs in November.

    Also reported byWLUK

  29. Green Bay Press Times6 hours ago

    Phoenix falls on the road to No. 4 Duke in season opener, 76-60

    DURHAM, N.C. - The Green Bay women's basketball team battled at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Tuesday night's season opener but ended up falling to the #4 Duke Blue Devils by a score of 76-60. The …

    Also reported byWLUK

  30. WFRV Local 56 hours ago

    Emplify Health by Bellin makes flu season care convenient with Fastlane

    (WFRV)- Flu and respiratory season is already here and impacting people of all ages. The good news is you can protect yourself and others from influenza and other seasonal viruses quickly and conveniently, without even leaving your car. In this segment, Abby Weber, RN, and Dawn Henn, RN, with Emplify Health by Bellin Fastlane explain

  31. Dairyland Express6 hours ago

    Lions' win over Vikings makes Packers' loss sting even more

    The Lions ended the Vikings' undefeated streak, and that game only raised more questions about the Green Bay Packers' inexplicable Week 1 loss.

  32. WLUK6 hours ago

    Pulaski boys soccer hoping for first ever state title

    GREEN BAY (WLUK) --

  33. Wisconsin Sports Heroics7 hours ago

    Green Bay Packers add former Raiders Quarterback to practice squad

    The Green Bay Packers signed quarterback Cam Miller after his stints with the Raiders and Dolphins, adding depth behind Jordan Love.

  34. NBC267 hours ago

    Wisconsin Herd games return to The Spot Green Bay 32

    NBC 26 and The Spot Green Bay 32 were announced Wednesday as the official broadcast partners of the Wisconsin Herd for the 2026-27 season.

  35. WLUK7 hours ago

    Report: Packers' Parsons to practice for first time since last year's ACL tear

    Green Bay Packers' Micah Parsons is reportedly going to practice for the first time since tearing his ACL last year.

  36. WKOW7 hours ago

    Report: Micah Parsons to return to Packers practice Wednesday

    GREEN BAY (WKOW) — Packers star pass rusher Micah Parsons is expected to partake in practice with the team for the first time since last December, according to ESPN NFL

  37. WFRV Local 57 hours ago

    Packers Jordan Love and wife poke fun at NFL, dress as blind refs for Halloween

    GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Through the first 8 weeks of the NFL season, the Green Bay Packers are one of the most penalized teams in football, with some calls being deemed “questionable” by many fans and players alike. The Packers currently have the second most accepted penalties against them with a total of 71,

  38. Green Bay Packers7 hours ago

    Mike's Mid-Week Chat | Nov. 4, 2026

    Editor Mike Spofford will be answering fan questions on Wednesday, Nov. 4, at 1 p.m. CT.

  39. WEAU8 hours ago

    WIS360 Top Stories: Cooke defeated incumbent republican Congressman Derrick Van Orden

    EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - Wisconsin 360 includes the top news headlines from our sister stations, WMTV in Madison, WBAY in Green Bay, WSAW in Wausau and from WEAU in Eau Claire.

  40. Racine County Eye8 hours ago

    What Racine County Fans Should Know Before They See NFL Odds for Each Game

    For football fans in Racine County, Wisconsin, the NFL season brings another opportunity to follow the Green Bay Packers, monitor division rivals, and enjoy matchups across the league. Beyond the final score, each game presents a combination of team performances, player availability, and changing expectations. NFL odds reflect many of these factors, providing a different

In brief

The short notes of 5AM De Pere’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • ChamberThe De Pere Chamber of Commerce announced that Kate Terrien will be its next president and CEO, effective Mon., Nov.

    The De Pere Chamber of Commerce announced that Kate Terrien will be its next president and CEO, effective Mon., Nov. 9. She founded Sprig + Stone, a guided watercolor and candle workshop in Green Bay. She takes over from David Vander Bloomen, who has led the chamber since April 2024.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: WTAQ, Seehafer News

  • Cherry StreetIf you drive downtown Green Bay, Cherry Street is closed to through traffic between North Jefferson and North Madison streets from 5 a.m.

    If you drive downtown Green Bay, Cherry Street is closed to through traffic between North Jefferson and North Madison streets from 5 a.m. Wed., Nov. 4, to 6 a.m. Fri., Nov. 13. Crews are working at 200 N. Jefferson St., and access to homes and businesses stays open. The city said the closure is weather dependent and subject to change.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: WBAY, WLUK

  • Salute to ServiceThe Packers and Fleet Farm launched their annual Salute to Service campaign Tuesday, and it runs throughout November.

    The Packers and Fleet Farm launched their annual Salute to Service campaign Tuesday, and it runs throughout November. It benefits the Wisconsin Veterans Network, a nonprofit that connects at-risk veterans with benefits they earned. Defensive lineman Lukas Van Ness is this year's spokesperson.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: Green Bay Packers, WLUK, WBAY

  • ParsonsPackers edge rusher Micah Parsons could practice for the first time in 2026 on Wednesday.

    Packers edge rusher Micah Parsons could practice for the first time in 2026 on Wednesday. Coach Matt LaFleur said "That would be the intention," but added that getting him back is going to be a process. Separately, the Packers made a one-spot jump to No. 11 in USA Today's power rankings.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: News8000, Wausau Pilot & Review

  • ReferendumsVoters across Wisconsin were deciding 79 school referendum questions Tuesday, and 62 of them were for day-to-day operating costs.

    Voters across Wisconsin were deciding 79 school referendum questions Tuesday, and 62 of them were for day-to-day operating costs. In northeast Wisconsin, Gillett voters rejected their referendum, 57% to 43%.

    Around Wisconsin · Today’s editionSource: WBAY

  • Fox CitiesLittle Chute voters approved operational and capital referendums, while Seymour voters rejected an operational question.

    Little Chute voters approved operational and capital referendums, while Seymour voters rejected an operational question. Seymour had asked for a three-year, $15 million operational referendum.

    Around Wisconsin · Today’s editionSources: The Post-Crescent, NBC26

  • Grant StreetGrant Street has been closed since mid-October for repairs to the CN railroad crossing.

    Grant Street has been closed since mid-October for repairs to the CN railroad crossing. The project is expected to finish early this month.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSource: NBC26

  • ParsonsPackers pass rusher Micah Parsons intends to start practicing this week, coach Matt LaFleur said.

    Packers pass rusher Micah Parsons intends to start practicing this week, coach Matt LaFleur said. It would be his first reps since last season's torn ACL. "It's going to be dependent on the next couple days," LaFleur said, and the team is hopeful he can get out there.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSources: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Wisconsin State Journal

  • SheltersSt. John's Ministries opened its Green Bay emergency shelters Sunday, and they run through April 30.

    St. John's Ministries opened its Green Bay emergency shelters Sunday, and they run through April 30. The women's facility has room for up to 70 guests per night. If you'd like to help, volunteer roles include hospitality, preparing and serving meals, doing laundry and sorting supplies.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSources: WBAY, WLUK

  • Jordan LoveJordan Love is nominated for FedEx Air and Ground Player of the Week after going 30-of-41 for 288 yards and three touchdowns in the 27-19 win over Carolina.

    Jordan Love is nominated for FedEx Air and Ground Player of the Week after going 30-of-41 for 288 yards and three touchdowns in the 27-19 win over Carolina. You can vote for him here.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSource: Green Bay Packers