Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
Good morning, Oshkosh.
🏘️ Community
Leon Thompson, a longtime teacher at Oshkosh West High and a leader in the Celebration of Lights for over 20 years, is remembered for the caring support he gave to both students and residents.
His family established the Leon Thompson Leadership Scholarship Fund (for Oshkosh high school students) (to honor his legacy) through the Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce.
🎭 Culture
XRoads41 festival in Oshkosh will happen soon with plans to manage larger crowds and bad weather, and officials said they installed new storm drains to reduce flooding.
Last year nearly 30,000 people attended (and organizers expect up to twice that many this year while urging attendees to download the festival app for updates).
🏛️ Government
The city of Neenah launched a fundraising campaign yesterday to preserve Kimberly Point Lighthouse as Mayor Jane Lang and officials plan to restore its interior and exterior and improve ADA access.
The initiative aims to raise half of the estimated $565,000 in funds+community donations to complete the work on the 1945 landmark listed on the State Registry.
🎉 Oshkosh Events
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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.
Frootenanny Hootenanny
12-8 p.m. — Fifth Ward Brewing Company — $75.00 — Celebrate with new frooted sours, music, and fun activities at this brewing extravaganza.
Zakk Abitz Live Performance
2-5 p.m. — Sometimes at Pioneer Island — Free entry — Enjoy live music from Zakk Abitz amidst the scenic backdrop of Pioneer Island.
HAPPY HOUR HEROES Live Music Event
6-9 p.m. — Dockside Tavern — Free entry — Enjoy live music from HAPPY HOUR HEROES while relaxing by the water.
UNTIL DAWN Live Performance
1-4 p.m. — Sometimes at Pioneer Island — Free entry — Catch UNTIL DAWN playing live at this scenic Oshkosh venue.
Arena Mayhem Classic Car & Bike Show
9 a.m. – 7 p.m. — Oshkosh Arena — Free entry — Enjoy a classic car and motorcycle show with thrilling stunt performances and local vendors.
🏠 Oshkosh Real Estate
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