Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
Good morning, Oshkosh.
Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport is taking part in EAA AirVenture Oshkosh by hosting a booth at Hangar C, Booth 3143 where team members from American Airlines and Delta Air Lines will interact with aviation fans and pilots next week.
GRB’s flight school partner PilotSmith and FBO partners Jet Air Group and AvFlight Green Bay will serve over 400 aircraft—boosting local tourism and commerce.
Daunte D. Riley, a 19-year-old man from Fond du Lac, was charged with first-degree intentional homicide + disorderly conduct with the use of a dangerous weapon for fatally stabbing 27-year-old Walter Brooks in Menominee Park on July 5; he is held on a $1M bond and faces a potential life sentence.
Archaeologists from the Wisconsin Historical Society and the Wisconsin Underwater Archeology Association used sonar on the Fox River near Oshkosh in spring and unexpectedly discovered a shipwreck while searching for the Berlin City wreck.
Scans show the wreck is about 90 feet long and 23 feet wide—researchers believe it is the L.W. Crane that burned and sank in 1880.
The Wisconsin DNR is seeking volunteers to lead hunter education classes that teach firearm safety, require recertification every three years, and mandate a background check — candidates will instruct both basic and advanced courses across the state.
The program has run for nearly 60 years and has helped certify more than one million hunters, reducing safety incidents.
EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
2:30-6:30 p.m. — Eaa Airventure — Admission fee varies — Experience thrilling aerobatic performances and captivating night shows at this premier aviation event.
Cars on the Island
8 AM - 3 PM — Lakeside Park — $5 vehicle entry — Enjoy a classic car show with music, food, and prizes benefiting a local charity.
Winnebago County Fair 2025
5:00 AM – 4:59 AM — Winnebago County Fair — Check website for entry fees — Experience carnival lights and action-packed nights at this family-friendly event.
Vic Ferrari Live Concert
5:45-7:15 p.m. — Leach Amphitheater — $10-$20 — Experience an authentic theatrical Earth, Wind & Fire show with Vic Ferrari and the Rose Canyon Band.
Ice Hawks Golf Outing 2025
9 AM – 2 PM — Far Vu Golf Course — $81.88 — Enjoy a fun-filled 4 player golf scramble sponsored by local businesses.
XRoads41 Music Festival
7 p.m. — Oshkosh, WI — Ticket prices vary — A vibrant celebration of music, art, and community in the heart of summer.
Loverboy Live Concert
5:45-7:15 p.m. — Leach Amphitheater — $20 General Admission, $50 VIP — Experience a live performance by Loverboy at an outdoor venue with great ambiance.
Oshkosh's Funniest Comedian - Preliminary Round 4
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Oshkosh Arena — Voting encouraged — Local comedians compete for the title of Oshkosh's Funniest in this lively comedy showdown.
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