Tuesday, October 21st, 2025
Good morning, Oshkosh. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, the Oshkosh Area School District held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Merrill Memorial Corner to honor the former school and local figures James Merrill, Henry Auler and Harold Schumerth — reclaimed stone and bricks from the 125-year-old building tie the tribute to its history. WTAQ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Baldwin warned that if premium tax credits expire amid the government shutdown, Wisconsin farmers will face higher health insurance costs and rural families may pay hundreds more per month. Farmers already dealing with rising input costs worry about further burdens & state lawmakers must act soon to prevent a steep cost increase. Oshkosh Northwestern
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Haunted Murder Mystery Dinner
4-7 p.m. — Oshkosh Arena — Gourmet buffet included — Delve into a night of mystery and supernatural tales while enjoying a fine dining experience.
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Fox Cities Roller Derby Monsters Brawl
5-6:30 p.m. — Oshkosh Arena — Tickets vary — Experience thrilling roller derby action in a spine-chilling showdown between Vampires, Zombies, Witches, and Werewolves.
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Kansas and Blue Öyster Cult Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Oshkosh Arena — Tickets available — Rock legends Kansas and Blue Öyster Cult join forces for a night of timeless hits and electrifying performances.
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Wisconsin Herd Home Opener vs. Windy City Bulls
6-7:30 p.m. — Oshkosh Arena — Free military appreciation hats for first 1,000 fans — Celebrate the opening night with the Herd and enjoy a Veterans Day theme.
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The Story of Sturgeon Spirits
5-7 p.m. — Sturgeon Spirits Craft Distillery — Cash Bar — Karl Lowenstein shares his entrepreneurial journey at Oshkosh's first craft distillery.
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Graduate School Open House
Ever thought about earning a master's degree? Stop by the UW-Oshkosh Graduate School Open House to learn what programs are offered, how to apply, options for paying for grad school, resources available to grad students, and tips for success.
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Flying the F-35
7-8 p.m. — EAA Aviation Museum — Free for EAA members | $5 nonmembers — Discover the stealthy F-35 with insights from the director of operations at the Combat Readiness Training Center.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Ryan Holiday
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