Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Oshkosh. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Menasha is teaming with Greater Fox Cities Area Habitat for Humanity on a neighborhood revitalization project today and will invest $100,000 in home improvements to upgrade at least a dozen homes. FOX 11
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Meteorologists in the area explain that a derecho, a storm with strong straight-line winds spanning hundreds of miles, can cause widespread damage and confusion, prompting caution during Wisconsin’s Severe Weather Awareness Week running April 13-17. FOX 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Tammy Baldwin introduced her 'For the Fans Act' — it will ban game blackouts on league owned streaming services and require free local access for Wisconsin sports fans. The measure follows an FTC hearing on April 15 that highlighted deceptive streaming practices. Oshkosh Northwestern
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Oshkosh Half Marathon & Loop with myTEAM TRIUMPH
2 PM — Oshkosh — Registration fees apply — Race alongside able-bodied athletes in a supportive and inclusive environment.
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NAMI Oshkosh 5K for Mental Health & Suicide Awareness
8:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Oshkosh North High School — Donations appreciated — Participate in a community 5K to raise awareness about mental health and suicide prevention.
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Wisconsin State Arm Wrestling Expo
7-10 p.m. — Oshkosh Arena — Check out weigh-ins and registration for an exciting tournament supporting domestic abuse causes.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The price of freedom is eternal vigilance.
~ Thomas Jefferson
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