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Wednesday, January 7th, 2026

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Good morning, Oshkosh. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of January.

CULTURE NEWS

  • Country music stars Jason Aldean and Lainey Wilson will headline the 2026 XRoads41 festival from Aug. 6 to Aug. 8 at Oshkosh Festivals Park, announced during a 2025 concert at the park. The event promises major music action for local fans.  Oshkosh Northwestern

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Winnebago Audubon will host a talk on Motus Wildlife Tracking Stations to show how radio telemetry helps track migratory birds and small animals. Jacob Woulf will lead the session at the J.P. Coughlin Center on Jan. 17 at 1 p.m.  Oshkosh Northwestern

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Social Security and SSI recipients in Wisconsin will get a 2.8% cost-of-living boost in January (Social Security checks on Jan. 14, 21, or 28 based on birthdays and SSI on Jan. 30 due to New Year's adjustments) as they prepare for rising costs.  Oshkosh Northwestern

HEALTH NEWS

  • The CDC has changed its vaccine schedule for children, no longer universally recommending shots for flu, COVID-19, meningococcal disease, RSV, hepatitis A & B, and rotavirus. Wisconsin health officials are reviewing the move and urge parents to talk with pediatricians for guidance.  Oshkosh Northwestern

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Weekend Comedy

    7-9 p.m. — The Grand Oshkosh — Cost Info N/A — Enjoy a humorous getaway with Frank and Peggy at their rented cottage as surprises unfold.

    Fri, 1/9/26

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  • Oshkosh Memorabilia Club Meeting

    6:30-7:30 p.m. — Oshkosh Public Library — Membership available — Explore and share Oshkosh’s rich local history through memorabilia and guest speakers.

    Tue, 1/13/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Knowledge speaks, but wisdom listens.

~ Jimi Hendrix

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