BY KRIS LEONHARDT EDITOR-IN-CHIEF NORTHEAST WISCONSIN – Four candidates have launched their campaigns for the Wisconsin’s Eighth Congressional District following a retirement announcement from Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI). After stating in February that he would not be seeking reelection, Gallagher announced late last month that he will be stepping down from his seat in April. …
BY GRACELYN GIESE CONTRIBUTING WRITER GREEN BAY – The Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport received $5,000,000 in funding in March which will be used for advancing safety. The funding is part of $260 million in support for over 80 community-driven projects in the state, allocated through bipartisan funding packages. While these projects cover a …
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BY PRESS TIMES STAFF GREEN BAY – Paul Jadin was the recent recipient of the On Broadway Impact Award — an honor that will now carry his name. “Paul Jadin’s leadership and influence over three decades has resulted in the revitalization of the Broadway District. Serving as mayor for the City of Green Bay for …
BY MEGHAN CALLAHAN CONTRIBUTING WRITER GREEN BAY – High School Girls Leadership Conference Founder and Executive Coach Vicki Updike decided to start a leadership program for young women after realizing the issue of girls lacking confidence. Updike, president and founder of New Sage Strategies, has been leading women’s leadership programs for six years now. “In …
BY GRACELYN GIESE CONTRIBUTING WRITER GREEN BAY – Green Bay will bring back the City Hall Academy this May for its second class. Focusing on public education regarding local government, these courses will provide deeper insight into how Green Bay operates. Green Bay City Hall Academy is an eight-week program designed to give attendees a …
BY KRIS LEONHARDT EDITOR-IN-CHIEF The Greater Green Bay Area Chamber of Commerce recently surprised its 2024 Golden Apple recipients in their classrooms. The local teachers were recognized in the areas of professionalism, leadership and innovation. Leading up to the April recognition event, the Press Times is highlighting these eight honorees. GREEN BAY – Denmark Middle …
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BY KRIS LEONHARDT EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Continue from previous week GREEN BAY – Work on the $44 million renovation of the historic hotel lasted through 2016 and into 2017. But, as the redevelopment progressed, so did costs. Legal battles and funding issues soon brought work to a halt completely in June. The hotel entered receivership in late …
BY PRESS TIMES STAFF GREEN BAY – Senator Rob Cowles (R-Green Bay) will not seek reelection to his District 2 Wisconsin State Senate seat. Cowles, 73, was elected to the Wisconsin Assembly in 1982 and resigned five years later, after winning a seat in the Senate. “After much thought and deliberation, I have decided not …
BY JOHN CRAEMER/KRIS LEONHARDT PRESS TIMES STAFF GREEN BAY – Brown County Law enforcement, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and Green Bay Area Crime Stoppers are partnering on a campaign to help prevent the illegal purchases of firearms. “We want to make sure that people understand that if you do make an …
FOR THE PRESS TIMES NORTHEASTERN WISCONSIN – The 2024 New North Summit — “Leaps, Leaders, Legacies” — will be held on Thursday, June 6, at the Lambeau Field Atrium in Green Bay. During the event, four “thought leaders” will offer perspectives at both the national and regional level. Keynote speakers are former Green Bay Packers …
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