Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of September.
Good morning, Oshkosh.
Oshkosh Public Library will open at noon on Sept.
15 to start upgrades in teen and job seeker spaces, and work will finish by Sept. 26 — patrons may hear noise and see limited material access during the renovations. Library staff are available to help patrons during this period.
Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services will host its first Pups in the Beer Garden event on Oct.
2 from 3-10 p.m. at Fifth Ward Brewing Company in Oshkosh to raise awareness for its pet-friendly shelter for domestic abuse survivors—donations of pet supplies are encouraged to support essential care.
A motorcycle and light truck crashed at High Avenue and Wisconsin Street in Oshkosh on Sunday around 6:40 p.m. killing a 27-year-old man and injuring two others — investigators are looking into the crash.
Oshkosh police investigated juveniles displaying a fake gun near Oshkosh West High School, arriving at Skate Park at 1570 Taft Ave. at 11:40 a.m. Friday and referring four juveniles for criminal charges after finding the weapon was a BB gun — a replica that looked real.
Brooks Road at U.S. 45 in Oshkosh will close for about one month starting Sept.
15 for a $950,000 road works project that replaces a deteriorating retaining wall on the overpass. U.S. 45 will have lane and shoulder closures during the project which will extend the road's life and lower future maintenance costs.
Nine Winnebago County communities formed an ambulance district to partner with Lifestar for new ambulance service starting next year after Oshkosh raised rates and could not meet staffing needs — local officials said the new service will cost about $40 per person and may have varied response times. The decision came as a direct response to higher rates and limited resources with the current provider.
On Monday, construction workers across the country, including in northeast Wisconsin, paused work to honor suicide victims as part of National Suicide Awareness Month—reflecting on the high suicide risk in the industry.
Miron Construction and FTI led efforts to encourage workers to share struggles and seek help—challenging the old view that toughness means silence.
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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