Wednesday, August 28th, 2024

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Good morning, Oshkosh. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Erik Metzig, convicted of murdering his parents in Winnebago County, reaches a plea deal and faces life in prison. WHBY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The EAA Aviation Museum introduces QR codes for self-guided tours, enhancing visitor engagement with deeper exhibit insights. FOX 11
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Outagamie and Winnebago counties are exploring options to keep the UW-Oshkosh Fox Cities campus operational by seeking an accredited university to assume control after its slated closure in June 2025 due to declining enrollment. Oshkosh Northwestern
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Over 20,000 customers in Wisconsin and Michigan's Upper Peninsula are without power due to recent storms, with no current timeline for service restoration. We Are Green Bay
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ COVID-19 cases in Wisconsin surge to the year's highest as the school year begins, amidst delays in the distribution of an updated vaccine targeting new variants. We Are Green Bay
- ➤ Wisconsin updates its vaccine requirements for school and child care admissions, including new rules for meningococcal and varicella vaccines effective from the 2024-25 school year. Oshkosh Northwestern
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ NBA player and Olympic gold medalist Tyrese Halliburton hosts a basketball camp at his alma mater, Oshkosh North High School, to inspire and give back to his community. WTAQ
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Sunday Meat Raffle at Fifth Ward Brewing
Experience a fun-filled meat raffle with multiple rounds and exciting prizes featuring local meat and beer.
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Brady Lee Live in Concert
Experience the distinct sound of Midwest Country with Brady Lee, a rising star from Milwaukee, at the Opera House Square.
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Reverend Raven Live Performance
Experience the soulful blues of Reverend Raven, a talented musician from Chicago with decades of performance history.
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49th Annual Military Vehicle Preservation Association Convention
Experience a celebration of military history with a showcase of vintage military vehicles, educational seminars, and a vintage aircraft fly-in at the EAA Aviation Museum.
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Oshtoberfest Celebration
Celebrate the spirit of Oktoberfest with traditional German food, craft beer from Fifth Ward Brewing Company, live music, and exciting drinking games at Oshtoberfest!
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Live Music Performance by Rob Anthony at Ziegler Winery
Experience the soulful sounds of Rob Anthony, blending Midwest Americana with rock influences, while enjoying handcrafted wines and local cuisine at Ziegler Winery.
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