Even though the Future 15 in-person awards celebration was a no-go due to COVID-19, its virtual counterpart went off without a hitch Thursday, July 23.

After having closed schools to in-person instruction because of the COVID-19 pandemic, a plan to reopen includes options to allow students to return.

Plans for a new batch plant at the existing Red-D-Mix Concrete site at 2885 Allied St. are being forwarded to the village board for final approval July 28.

The village board approved a resolution authorizing special assessments where improvements will be made near the planned interchange.

The Democratic primary Aug. 11 for Wisconsin’s 90th Assembly District is between incumbent Staush Gruszynski and challenger Kristina Shelton.

An agreement to have the village provide promotional services to a private business renting kayaks and paddleboards at Fireman’s Park was approved.

The De Pere Common Council discussed resuming in-person meetings for council and committees, boards and commissions at its Tuesday, July 21, meeting.

Three contracts totaling $984,847 for repairs and modifications to the high school track and nearby parking lots were unanimously approved.

Brown County Public Health has been recommending the use of masks for months, including adding masking recommendations for businesses to the reopening plan.

At the West De Pere school board meeting July 15 several residents spoke regarding an in-person opening to start the 2020-21 school year.