Good Day
Oshkosh
Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Oshkosh. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Over 180 Northeast Wisconsin communities host Halloween trick or treat events, with Oshkosh set from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Officials update timing details through the morning of October 31—ensuring families have current information for safe celebrations. WBAY
- ➤ Food pantries across the region have seen a 30% increase in first-time users, including seniors and families with kids, since fall 2022—Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin said this rise is due to higher inflation and grocery prices. The pantries offer free food and hygiene items and allow visitors to choose a site that fits their schedule. Oshkosh Northwestern
- ➤ Hope Fridge reopened Thursday, Oct. 2 outside Trinity Episcopal Church on Algoma Blvd—providing food and everyday essentials for the community. WBAY
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Kwik Trip will stop using pennies at its 900 stores as cash purchases round down to the nearest 5 cents—credit card and digital payments stay unchanged—and the rule remains until a permanent legislative fix is made. WBAY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ FOX 11 reporter Eric Peterson received an impact award from the Fox+Wolf Watershed Alliance on Oct. 2 for his work covering local conservation and clean water efforts at The Hillside at Plamann Park. FOX 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, a state panel heard public testimony on Delta Dental’s plan to buy Cherry Tree Dental, which runs clinics in Ashwaubenon — Oshkosh and Menasha. The Wisconsin Dental Association raised concerns about conflicts of interest and reduced patient choice while a final decision is pending. WBAY
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Mission We Hear You Benefit Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — Oshkosh Arena — Fundraiser event — Enjoy a night of eclectic music to support cold-weather initiatives for those in need.
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