Good morning, Oshkosh.

Hope Fridge in Menasha is asking for heat-tolerant food and drink donations as rising temperatures risk spoilage; organizers need nonperishable items like canned meals + juice boxes to help people in need, and the fridge is open 24/7 at 332 Broad St. in Menasha.

Gubernatorial candidate Francesca Hong raised over $57,000 on a livestream with controversial commentator Hasan Piker on June 29 and defended her decision to engage large audiences; she now faces criticism from local conservatives ahead of her campaign finance report due July 15.

Cooling centers remain open during this heat wave with varied hours at local libraries, malls, and the Oshkosh Salvation Army, which opens when temperatures hit 85 or higher Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 211 for details on nearby locations.

Wisconsin now extends Medicaid coverage to 12 months after childbirth for about 16,000 recipients; women currently pregnant or within 60 days postpartum will automatically get the new benefits today using state funding of $7.3 million + federal support to lower maternal health risks.

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.

EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026

8 a.m. – 10 p.m. — EAA Aviation Museum — Free for youths 18 and younger — Experience the world's greatest aviation celebration with thrilling air shows and engaging workshops.

Richard's School of the Dance 78th Open House

4:30-7 p.m. — Richard's School of the Dance — Free entry — Celebrate the start of the 78th dance season with a community open house event.

Scenes from Shrek

6:00 – 8:00 p.m. — Oshkosh Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a special preview of musical highlights from Shrek the Musical presented by the Jolly Jesters.

Custom Notebook Crafting Workshop

1-4 p.m. — Oshkosh Public Library — Free — Learn bookbinding techniques and create your own custom notebook to take home.