Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
Good morning, Oshkosh.
Following heavy snowfalls, residents in Northeast Wisconsin are warned of potential scams by snow plow services; the BBB offers advice (check references, verify insurance and licenses, and avoid full upfront payments) to help identify reliable providers.
Four candidates are running for two open seats on the Oshkosh school board in a spring election on April 7.
Incumbent Barbara Herzog and challengers Mallory Schneider Birschbach, Jacob Wolf, and Paul Molitor shared their goals of boosting student achievement and fiscal responsibility.
Oshkosh Area School District is hosting its first-ever three-day Schools Summit to gather public input for its five-year plan, inviting community members to share ideas for local school improvements.
Governor Tony Evers plans to sign Gail's Law today; the new law mandates that insurance covers follow-up breast cancer screenings and eliminates co-pays for supplemental tests for high-risk women, honoring Gail Zeamer (a Neenah mom).
Governor Tony Evers signed a law on March 18 at Children’s Wisconsin in Milwaukee — extending postpartum Medicaid coverage for low-income women from 60 days to a full year.
The bipartisan measure will expand access to preventive and mental health care for new mothers.
Public health experts say that respiratory viruses are surging in Wisconsin — with RSV hospitalizations high and HMPV on the rise — and urge residents to practice good hygiene and take steps to protect themselves.
John McGivern Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — The Grand Oshkosh — Tickets starting at $65 — Enjoy an entertaining evening with comedian John McGivern at a top-rated venue.
Wisconsin Herd vs. College Park Skyhawks
6-7 p.m. — Oshkosh Arena — Free entry for first 1,000 fans — Celebrate Fan Appreciation Night with a team photo poster card giveaway at the last regular season game.
Teen Tuesday
4-6 p.m. — Oshkosh Public Library — No registration required — A relaxed space for teens to hang out, get creative, and enjoy snacks and games.
This Is Me Breathing Concert
6:30-10:30 p.m. — The Annex of Oshkosh — Ticket prices vary — Experience the melodic tunes of This Is Me Breathing live.
Troy Ramey: An Evening of Songs & Stories
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Oshkosh Masonic Center — Ticket info not provided — Experience an evening filled with musical storytelling from Troy Ramey.
Prevea Health Run Away to the Bay
7 AM – 6 PM — Menominee Park — Registration required — Participate in a 55-mile spring relay race along the scenic shores of Lake Winnebago.
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