Good morning, Oshkosh.

Nikolas DeGroot launched Politics in the Park this spring at Menominee Park and South Park to bring people with different political views together and encourage calm dialogue from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. daily — topics range from national issues like the Electoral College to local ideas on improving public spaces.

17-year-old Vautrell Section is charged with seven counts including attempted first-degree intentional homicide after shooting a 20-year-old man in the 600 block of Franklin Street — he appeared in court on August 14 and will have hearings on August 21 and August 25.

School districts are still looking for bus drivers with less than three weeks before school starts—Lamers Fox Cities is 10 to 15 drivers short while Kobussen needs about 60 for routes in Oshkosh and nearby areas and both companies offer CDL training with hourly pay in the low-$20s.

Yesterday, NWTC graduated 10 inmates from Sanger Powers Correctional Center after they completed a training program lasting 15 weeks.

Instructors said the course boosted their skills for future jobs—helping each graduate build a better path forward.

WisDOT will host an online public meeting at 4 p.m. Aug.

21 to explain a $6 million project that will close Main Street Bridge for seven months—starting Sept. 2—and reroute drivers via Ninth, Oregon and Jackson. The work will repair the steel grid deck and upgrade key systems and will finish in April 2026.

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.

Caleb and Emily Music Live Concert

3-6 p.m. — Sometimes at Pioneer Island — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of live music with Caleb and Emily in the beautiful setting of Pioneer Island.

Fox Cities Zine and Book Arts Festival

This Festival is designed to celebrate book arts, self expression, and independent publishing. Attendees will enjoy unique merchandise, participate in live demonstrations, and enjoy Appleton Beer Factory’s spectacular food.