Local non-profit asking for help to continue distributing handmade toys kids in need
The founder of Rick's Toy Box is battling a health issue that is causing him to be on the receiving end of having to ask for help this time so the organization can stay afloat.
Managing chronic conditions during the holidays
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - Getting through the holidays with chronic health conditions can be tough. Doctors say it’s important to be mindful of other people who have things they may be navigating, whether it’s the loss of a loved one, mental health issues, or chronic health illnesses.
New poll says Americans’ mental health ratings drop to historic low
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - A new poll from West Health-Gallup Healthcare found the way Americans view their own mental health is dropping. For the first time, the poll found adults who describe their mental health as excellent fell below 30 percent. That’s a 13 percent drop over the past six years.
Suspicious Sounds Lead to West De Pere School Lockdown
Several schools in West De Pere were placed on lockdown for a short while yesterday. The West De Pere School District reported that a staff member at the Middle School heard what were described as “suspicious sounds” at around 12:15 p.m., leading to a secure lockdown of the Middle, Intermediate, Elementary, and High...
Northeast Wisconsin: Freezing Drizzle Tonight, Wintry Mix Thursday–Friday
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Green Bay, Wisconsin – Patchy freezing drizzle moving into northeast Wisconsin tonight may create slick travel conditions ahead of a longer-lasting wintry system. According to the U.S. National Weather...
Kewaunee house fire: Homeowner hospitalized, cat rescued
KEWAUNEE, Wis. (WFRV) – One man was sent to the hospital while a cat was rescued from a house fire Tuesday afternoon in Kewaunee. According to a release from the Kewaunee Police Department, a passerby notified authorities at 2:58 p.m. of a fire at a home on the 1100 block of Ellis Street. Officials say […]
Woman pleads not guilty to charges after Appleton officer struck by vehicle in parking...
APPLETON, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — The motorist accused of striking an Appleton police officer with a vehicle while having a blood alcohol level of .218 — more than twice the legal limit — pleaded not guilty Monday. Katrina Kitzman, 21, faces seven counts, including recklessly endangering safety, hit...
This local Indian restaurant is transformed with a newly remodeled interior
Over the last two years, owner of Sai Ram Indian Cuisine , Priya Sivakumar, has been overseeing the remodel of restaurant's interior, all while remaining open to customers. On Dec. 22, the restaurant, 253 W. Northland Ave. in Appleton, unveiled its finished new look. Manager Siva Rajarathinam said when the restaurant...
Mary Beth Nienhaus Activity Center introduces new membership structure
APPLETON (WLUK) -- The Mary Beth Nienhaus Activity Center has restructured it’s membership program. Now, visitors can sign up for a monthly, 6-month, or year long membership instead of paying per activity. “We’ve never used a membership model before, but this is a process that will make things simpler...
Passerby Helps Rescue a Man from a Burning Building
A Good Samaritan helped rescue a Kewaunee man from his residence during a fire. Kewaunee County Dispatch received a call just before 3:00 Tuesday afternoon (December 23rd) reporting smoke coming from a residence in the 1100 block of Ellis Street in the City of Kewaunee. The caller, who had been...
