Area: Door County
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Sustainability 2024: Healthy Waters
What 20 years of data shows and what programs, practices, improvements and continued testing are in place to protect this vital and life-sustaining resource. Don’t let the heading of this issue mislead you. It’s more of a mission and vision statement combined, one born in the earliest years of the 21st century. The seed had […]
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Two Decades and Counting of Beach Water Monitoring
We’ve come a long way, baby It’s not uncommon today for recreational swimmers and beachgoers to check online to learn about the health of the beach they’re intending to visit to learn if there are advisories or closures reported. There are even signs at most beaches to inform beachgoers whether the water is safe for […]
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Bad Beach Days Aren’t So Bad in Door County
18 years of beach-water monitoring data shows a few problem beaches, but “remarkably good” water quality overall It may seem like stating the obvious, but the push to keep fecal pathogens out of beach water is because they can make people sick. Decades of epidemiological studies and outbreak investigations like Door County Public Health’s after […]
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Water on Their Minds: organizations with water quality initiatives or priorities
What’s the Big Stink? The League of Women Voters Natural Resources Committee The League of Women Voters of Door County (LWVDC) natural resources committee has planned a public forum following six months of study into manure management in Door County and its impact on the health of surface and groundwaters. “The Big Stink: Manure Management […]
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The long and detailed effort since 2002 to identify the sources of E.coli contaminating beach water, and then determining how it travels there by surface water and stormwater runoff – especially after large rain events – caused Door County municipalities to look at ways they could improve their beaches to achieve better water quality. What […]
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Englebert Elected to Lead County Board
Thayse seated as vice chair In 2002, Door County voters ousted 15 of the 21 county board supervisors during the Citizens for Open Government-led recall election over the board’s decision to build the $30 million justice center. Supervisor Dave Englebert was not one of those tossed from his seat, and he’d continue to serve during […]
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Events Inspired by New Art Installation
Three separate events will take place at the Door County Economic Development Corporation (DCEDC), 185 E. Walnut St. in Sturgeon Bay, on Tuesday, April 23; Wednesday, April 24; and Saturday, April 27, as follows. Art/Speaks: Special Edition, Are We Listening? A special edition of Art/Speaks, sponsored by Write On, Door County, a free creative lab […]
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Door County Library Seeks Public Input
The Door County Library is seeking public input to develop its 2025-2027 strategic plan. Those who do and do not use the library are encouraged to complete the 10-minute survey, which can be accessed by visiting doorcountylibrary.org or by scanning the QR code. Paper copies are available at all library locations, and a Spanish version […]
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Family is Theme for DCEDC Business Honorees
Commitment to community and family was the thread that connected the four businesses honored at the Door County Economic Development Corporation’s (DCEDC) annual luncheon Wednesday. All four award-winners were noted for their efforts beyond their business doors, and three of the winners have guided their businesses through multiple generations of ownership in the same family. […]
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Habitat for Humanity Won’t Build Home in 2024
Due to financial factors and not identifying a partner family, Door County Habitat for Humanity will not undertake new home construction this year. “Although this news may come as a disappointment, it is grounded in a fundamental commitment to fiscal responsibility and ensuring the long-term sustainability of our local mission,” said Lori Allen, executive director. […]
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Lighthouse Festival Tickets Available
Ticket sales began this month for the Door County Lighthouse Festivals, set for June 7-9 and Oct. 4-6. These fundraising weekends for the Door County Maritime Museum and Lighthouse Preservation Society Inc. include air, land-based, boat and adventure tours that provide access to all 11 of the treasured lighthouses of Door County and three neighbors […]
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Lovely, a 10-year-old dog available for adoption at the Wisconsin Humane Society Door County Campus, can’t wait to meet you. This sweet senior weighs 55 pounds and she’s looking for a loving home where she can share a comfy couch for movie nights. She’ll also make the best companion for road trips and promises to […]
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YMCA Launches $25,000 Matching Gift Challenge
Following the success of the recent Day of Giving March 5 – which raised over $31,000 – the Door County YMCA announced the launch of a $25,000 matching gift challenge thanks to a pledge from a benevolent donor. With a remaining target of $126,000 to meet a $602,000 goal by May 31, every dollar donated […]
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Bill Forry, Commander of AMVETS Post 51, presented a $1,000 check to Kim Gilson, the Door-Tran Volunteer Coordinator April 5. The nonprofit Door-Tran has been providing information about transportation options and linking callers for over 15 years. Door-Tran’s Veteran Transportation Program provides rides to veterans to and from VA hospitals and clinics in Wisconsin. There […]
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Four Days, Four Locations for Earth Day Celebration
Four days of “Every Day is Earth Day” events, kicking off on Thursday, April 18, and taking place at multiple locations, are centered around the theme of “Energy – Making it and Saving it.” The event features tree plantings, an energy forum and a two-location festival, and wraps with an open mic session. Admission is […]
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2024 Big Plant community planting dates announced Spring fever for the Climate Change Coalition of Door County (CCC) comes with a hankering to get thousands of additional trees into the peninsula’s earth. They are not the only ones. The fourth annual Door County Big Plant is underway, a collaborative effort among the CCC and the […]
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Around the Door: Two Ships Passing in the Day
(From left): The outbound American Spirit passes the inbound Indiana Harbor near the mouth of Sturgeon Bay. Photo by Doug Henderson.
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Assembly Race Shaping for Door County Voters
Plus: Another candidate enters the race for Gallagher’s seat Renee Paplham of Kewaunee is a self-described middle-class, working mom who drives a 10-year-old car and gets fired up over “anything affecting marginalized people,” she said. That fire – and the experience she had leading local protests after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade […]
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Supporting the Balance of Welcoming Visitors and Protecting Our Environment
by JULIE GILBERT President & CEO, Destination Door County It’s hard to believe that April is already here! I’m eagerly anticipating the sight of trees budding and flowers blooming. There’s so much to look forward to this spring! One of the events specific to Destination Door County this month is the public presentation of the […]
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Mild Winter Makes Businesses Eligible For Relief
Door County businesses are eligible for the EIDL (Economic Injury Disaster Loan) program through the Small Business Administration (SBA) if they have suffered losses due to this year’s unusually mild winter. To learn more about the loan process, Door County businesses can participate in a virtual informational meeting with SBA at 1 pm Thursday, April […]