Good morning, Oshkosh.

Residents in Wolf River remain stuck in flood-damaged homes after the historic flood on June 23 due to rules limiting repair spending to 50% of a home’s value (forcing some to live in RVs).

Winnebago County supervisors will discuss adopting an exemption in July to allow raising home foundations.

Fox River Navigational System Authority approved an agreement with the DNR to use rotenone to stop round gobies while commercial boats pass through the Menasha Lock.

The agreement is in effect until Nov. 1 and will lead to tests and plans to reopen the lock in the next year or two.

Winnebago County Executive Gordon Hintz signed a resolution on Wednesday, June 24 to lease 47 acres at Wittman Regional Airport for Volare Hangars, which will build 100 hangars and facilities (a move expected to bring new pilots, jobs, businesses, and revenue to the area).

Oshkosh broke ground June 24 on a $40 million upgrade at North Campbell Road (the aging facility) that will add modern phosphorus filters and a UV disinfection building to replace the chlorine system; the project is set to finish by 2028.

Oshkosh residents should remain alert when ozone levels along the lakeshore rise on hot, humid days, following elevated readings reported in early June.

Dr. Jocko Zifferblatt (Thedacare Oshkosh) advised limiting time outdoors to reduce lung and eye irritation.

Fox Cities Forge, a new junior hockey team, will play at Appleton Family Ice Center in September.

Co-owners Mark Mazzoleni and Jeff Lindemann aim to develop local youth talent (affiliated with the Janesville Jets) and bridge the gap for future junior play.

Oshkosh's Funniest Comedian Preliminary Round 3

7-9 p.m. — Oshkosh Arena — Admission varies — Experience a night of laughter as local comedians compete for the title of Oshkosh's Funniest Comedian.

EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026: Aviation Education Programs

9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. — EAA Aviation Museum — Registration Required — Dive into engaging classes on aerodynamics, navigation, and weather at this premier aviation event.

EAA Airventure Oshkosh 2026

3:30-7:30 AM — EAA Airventure Grounds — WINGS credit available — Learn preflight briefing scenarios and weather decision points to enhance aviation safety.

Craft Swap

9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Oshkosh Public Library — Free entry — Swap your unwanted craft supplies for new treasures or browse library materials.