Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of September.
Good morning, Oshkosh.
Oshkosh Area Humane Society will host its annual Walk for the Animals on Sept.
13. The event runs from 8:30—11:30 a.m. at the Sunnyview Expo Center’s Barn E and offers games, music, prizes, and pledge rewards to help raise $65,000 for medical care for over 3,200 animals.
Oshkosh police arrested a 50-year-old man from Michigan on Friday after responding to a call about a gun firing in a Jackson Street home, and a later search found a loaded handgun—he now faces charges for recklessly endangering safety, being a felon in possession of a firearm and narcotics possession.
UW-Oshkosh's new chancellor Manohar Singh attended Titan Fest on Tuesday, September 2 and spoke with incoming students about their academic and financial needs.
He said enrollment had stabilized with graduate programs rising 13% and transfer students up 5% while the school will add women's flag football in the spring—he expects a larger freshman class later.
A $6 million renovation of the U.S. 45 bridge on Main Street began Tuesday as crews closed the bridge for seven months to repair and upgrade its structure.
Detour routes for vehicles and pedestrians have been set using 9th Avenue, Oregon Street and Jackson Street—work will finish in April 2026.
Tuesday marked the release of the Wisconsin Herd's 2025-26 season schedule; the team will start on the road on Nov.
8 and host its home opener on Nov. 11 at Oshkosh Arena. The schedule includes 24 games at Oshkosh Arena — with a 14-game Tip-Off Tournament and a 36-game regular season leading to playoffs—and season tickets are available now.
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.
Machaela Jackson Book Signing
1-3 p.m. — The Book Store — Free entry — Chat with Machaela Jackson about her two new novels.
Time of Your Life Senior Expo
Time of Your Life Senior Expo — 10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Oshkosh Convention and Visitors Bureau — Free entry — Engage with resources and entertainment tailored for seniors at this lively expo.
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