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Area: Sturgeon Bay

  • Obituary: Jerome E. Koessl

    Jerome E. Koessl, 82 of Baileys Harbor, WI died in Sturgeon Bay, WI on September 11, 2017. He was born in Kewaunee, WI on May 31, 1935 to Edward & Olive (Bhirdo) Koessl. Jerry attended Sister Bay Grade School and Gibraltar High School. He was a lifelong resident of Northern Door County. He drove truck for […]

  • Obituary: Bethany Ann VanDreese

    Bethany Ann VanDreese, 48, of Sturgeon Bay, passed away Friday, September 8, 2017 at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay. She had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in June. Beth was born June 7, 1969 in Elpaso, TX, the daughter of Richard Sr. and Linda (Wilda) VanDreese. She graduated from Southern Door High School in […]

  • Obituary: Karl S. May

    Karl S. May, age 75, Sturgeon Bay, died Thursday evening, September 7, 2017, following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.  He was born to Bernard E. and Dorothy May on July 12, 1942. Karl attended St. Joseph’s Grade School, graduated from Sturgeon Bay High School (1960), and graduated from St. Norbert College (1965) with a […]

  • Obituary: Jim (Jamie) Mineau

    Jim (Jamie) Mineau, 59, left behind his HD-ravaged warrior body on Sept 5th, 2017. His soul is now at peace in the universe as he begins his next journey free of the pain and burdens inflicted on him by this terrible disease. Jamie was born in Sturgeon Bay, where he lived all his life. Among […]

  • Door County Medical Center Birth: Aug. 28, 2017

    Makayla and Jacob Isaacson, Sturgeon Bay, are the parents of a son born on Aug. 28, 2017. Maternal grandmother is Kim Clouthier, Calumet, Mich. Paternal grandparents are Cindy Maki, Calumet, Mich., and Dale Isaacson, Calumet, Mich.

  • Traveling Exhibit about Wisconsin Waterways Visits Sturgeon Bay

    From ancient glaciers to today’s research and industry, water has always been at the heart of Wisconsin and Door County’s history. Made possible by the Wisconsin Historical Society, the Door County Maritime Museum is excited to host the traveling exhibit, Great Lakes, Small Streams: How Water Shapes Wisconsin. The exhibit is currently displayed in the […]

  • Korey Mallien Joins DCEDC as Business & Education Partnership Manager

    The Door County Economic Development Corporation (DCEDC) announced that Korey Mallien has been hired as its Business & Education Partnership Manager from a strong pool of candidates. Mallien began work with DCEDC Sept. 11. Mallien is a Door County native, having graduated from Southern Door High School, which is where his two children also graduated. […]

  • Amy Goyette Joins Pinkert Law Firm

    Pinkert Law Firm LLP announces the addition of Amy Goyette as an associate attorney in the litigation and general practice groups. While Goyette was raised in southeastern Wisconsin, she frequently visited her parents’ home in Baileys Harbor. She and her family feel blessed to now make Sturgeon Bay their home and call themselves permanent residents. […]

  • Business Sponsors, Tree Decorators Needed for Merry-Time Festival of Trees

    The Door County Maritime Museum’s engaging and family fun “Merry-Time Festival of Trees” returns in 2017, and the museum is looking for businesses, organizations or individuals to sponsor or decorate a Christmas tree. Coinciding with Sturgeon Bay’s Christmas by the Bay activities, the festival runs Nov. 11 – Dec. 12. Businesses, organizations and individuals have […]

  • Rogue Theater Presents Comedy ‘…And Then There Was Nun’

    Rogue Theater brings the hilarious …And Then There Was Nun back to the stage for one weekend. Written by Bruce W. Gilray and Richard T. Witter, this comedy is a spun-out spin-off of Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None as the Holy Order of the Sisters of San Andreas get together on a secluded […]

  • ‘Dark Ranger’ Night Sky Advocate Returns to Crossroads Sept. 16

    Kevin Poe, the “Dark Ranger,” will return to Door County thanks to the collaborative efforts of the Door County Environmental Council, the Door Peninsula Astronomical Society, and the Boys and Girls Club of Door County. He will hold a family night at Crossroads at Big Creek in Sturgeon Bay, Sept. 16. Poe is a park […]

  • New Playground at St. John Bosco

    Fr. Carl Schmitt sprays some students with holy water while blessing the new Creative Spirits Creative Souls Playground during a ceremony at St. John Bosco Catholic School on Sept. 8. Photo by Jim Lundstrom.

  • AleFest, Dark Knight & More Weekend Plans

    It’s your last weekend to soak up summertime in Door County, as the autumnal equinox arrives next Friday! Enjoy an evening of laughter with a 1940s-inspired murder-mystery, celebrate the upcoming grape harvest with a winey celebration at von Stiehl, or tip back a cold one at Egg Harbor AleFest. Friday, September 15 …And Then There […]

  • Turnover Plagues Local Tourism Associations

    As tourism in the county grows, local business associations are struggling to retain the staff that sustains marketing and events within communities. While local officials say a lack of competitive compensation is the cause for turnover, former coordinators cited politics between boards and business members as the toughest part of the gig. Room tax revenues […]

  • Town of Sturgeon Bay Supports Citizens United Amendment

    On Sept. 4, the Town Of Sturgeon Bay unanimously passed a resolution asking the Door County Board of Supervisors and local, state and Congressional representatives to support a non-binding statewide referendum. The referendum bill was introduced this spring into both the state Assembly and Senate, but has not been allowed to the Legislative floor for […]

  • Upcycled Benches Up for Auction

    Pianos, trucks and wine barrels have been recycled and upcycled into a new life as benches in the 17th annual Sturgeon Bay Street Art project, Benches by the Bay. It’s time for them, and the other 22 beautifully decorated benches, to find their new homes. Pick out a spot in your house, business or yard, […]

  • DC Historical Society Cozies Up with Chenille Exhibit

    Though the temperatures on the peninsula are cooling down, the Door County Historical Society is warming up with its first ever temporary exhibit, Chenille Bedspreads: From Rummage to Treasure. This exhibit, on display through early October, highlights the history, technique, economy and fashion of chenille, a type of yarn and fabric whose French translation is […]

  • Featured Pet: Tommy

    This is Tommy, a very energetic kitten who is Door County Humane Society’s featured pet. Tommy is about five months old and loves to play and run whenever he can, and loves exploring new places. He would love a home with a cat or kitten friend to play with. Tommy might be energetic most of […]

  • Milwaukee Bucks Draft Choice Will Visit Sturgeon Bay

    The Milwaukee Bucks statewide tour will stop in Sturgeon Bay Sept. 16. The Bucks 2017 first round draft pick D.J. Wilson will sign autographs and take photos, the Rim Rockers will perform amazing dunk tricks, and the Milwaukee Bucks Dancers will entertain the crowd. The appearance is part of Sturgeon Bay Harvest Festival. Festivities on […]