Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
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🏘️ Community
Famed astronaut James Lovell died Aug 7 at age 97 and was celebrated for his leadership during Apollo 13.
He was a frequent guest at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh where EAA CEO Jack Pelton recalled his calm focus and strong connection to the local aviation community.
The Oshkosh Area Humane Society is seeking fosters and adopters for 10 long-term shelter dogs that have been at the center for three months to nearly three years and need special care.
Pete’s Garage Bar of Oshkosh is sponsoring adoption fees and food for four dogs to help ease stress during a slow August adoption season.
🚨 Crime
Oshkosh police arrested a 17-year-old boy on Sunday in the 1200 block of W.
12th Avenue for his alleged role in a Saturday shooting that injured a 20-year-old man—he now faces charges including first‐degree attempted homicide— as investigators continue gathering evidence.
Oshkosh police arrested a 17-year-old suspect for a non-fatal shooting that injured a 20-year-old on August 9 in the 600 block of Franklin Street—he was located on West 12th Avenue on August 10 and is now held at Winnebago County Jail.
Jumal Lipscomb was convicted Monday of first-degree reckless homicide after pleading no contest for kicking and stomping on another inmate’s head at a state mental facility in Oshkosh—sentencing is set for Sept.
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🎓 Education
UW-Oshkosh graduates are securing local jobs before graduation and their starting salaries are rising over the past 15 years according to survey results.
University officials presented the First Destination survey on Monday at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Neenah + ThedaCare hired 48 graduates while eight out of 10 new alumni landed Fox Valley placements through the UWO Career Center.
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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.
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