Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of July.
Good morning, Oshkosh.
Goodyear Tire & Rubber will fly its Wingfoot One blimp over EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh from July 20-26, marking 55 years since its 1971 debut.
The iconic blimp is set to arrive on Thursday, July 23 to engage local aviation fans.
Country star Tyler Hubbard will perform at EAA AirVenture on July 20 during the U.S. Air Force's salute to America's 250th birthday—energizing local fans as they gather for the fly-in convention.
The Grand Oshkosh announced its season for 2026 to 2027 at UW-Oshkosh’s Theatre Arts Center while its historic venue gets a $16 million upgrade.
The season kicks off Sept. 25 and donor presale runs through July 10 (public sales start July 10 with the Box Office moving on July 13).
ThedaCare welcomed its first class of Internal Medicine residents on Wednesday, July 1, and held a ribbon-cutting for 56 new townhouses built as on-campus housing at the corner of 1st Street and E.
Forest Avenue adjacent to its Medical Center-Neenah.
Federal student loan changes that end the SAVE program took effect Wednesday for Wisconsin borrowers, and 700,000 residents now face higher monthly payments and new limits on borrowing.
Lenders provided a 90-day window to switch plans (average debt is $34,000 per person).
The Great Lakes Landing Blitz will run through July 12 to stop invasive species on Lake Winnebago by urging boaters to thoroughly clean their boats + trailers.
Officials ask anyone catching round gobies to report them to help the DNR monitor their spread.
A new Medicaid postpartum law now gives new mothers full-year coverage for mental health, chronic conditions, and more—signed by Gov. Tony Evers and effective July 1—benefiting over 16,000 women statewide.
ThedaCare welcomes its first Graduate Medical Education residents in Neenah (selected from nearly 2,000 applicants) who will train at various ThedaCare sites and benefit from new dedicated resident housing.
On Wednesday, July 1, ThedaCare welcomed its first Internal Medicine residents at a ribbon-cutting for 28 new townhomes for on-campus housing at the corner of 1st Street + E.
Forest Avenue near its Medical Center-Neenah, with plans to add 28 more units this fall.
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.
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