Area: Sturgeon Bay
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John D. Thenell, 88, Sturgeon Bay, died May 14, 2017, at Door County Medical Center. He was born April 28, 1929, in Sturgeon Bay to the late Walter and Laura (May) Thenell. John attended Sturgeon Bay High School and graduated with a business degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison. John married the love of his life Darlene […]
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Obituary: Dr. Michael J. O’Brien
Dr. Michael J. O’Brien, age 73, died Friday, May 12, 2017 of complications related to diabetes. He was born in Green Bay on August 2, 1943 to Dr. Erwin J. and Margaret (Hart) O’Brien and attended St. Patrick’s Grade School and Premontre High School. At Premontre, he played on the basketball and golf teams. He […]
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Kathleen Ann Balzan, 74, formerly of Sturgeon Bay, died May 11, 2017, at Good Samaritan Society-Scandia Village in Sister Bay. She was born April 2, 1943, in Sturgeon Bay, the daughter of James B. and Arlene C. (Novak) Nemec. Kathy graduated from Lincoln High School in 1961. She was a manager at Younkers in Sturgeon Bay […]
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Betty Juline Gigstead Stoeger, 89, of Sturgeon Bay, died May 10, 2017, at her home with her family by her side. Betty now safe in God’s loving arms, saved by grace not of her own works. Saved through her faith in Christ’s sacrifice on that Old Rugged Cross. Betty was born on April 18, 1928, […]
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Marilyn I. Grose, 89, of Sturgeon Bay, died Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at Aurora BayCare Medical Center in Green Bay. She was born September 11, 1927 in Fairview Park, Ohio, the daughter of the late John Howard MacLennan and Vera Sophia (Frese) MacLennan. Marilyn graduated from Sturgeon Bay High School in 1945. She worked at the […]
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Niki and Brandon Peterson, Sturgeon Bay, are the parents of a girl born May 10, 2017, at Door County Medical Center, Sturgeon Bay. Maternal grandparents are Anne and Brian LaPlant, Sturgeon Bay. Paternal grandparents are Patti and Don Peterson, Sturgeon Bay. Nicole Serratos and Chris Buckley, Sturgeon Bay, are the parents of a boy born […]
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Door County Maritime Museum Celebrates National Maritime Day May 22
The Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay will host a National Maritime Day Celebration May 22. The celebration will recognize local maritime industries, reiterate the museum’s mission to be a beacon of maritime education for the community, announce the Maritime Tower’s homestretch fundraising efforts and will be the opportunity for the public to hear […]
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Door County Humane Society Currently Sits in Second for Saving Pets Challenge
The Door County Humane Society (DCHS) is in the middle of the Michelson Found Animals Saving Pets Challenge. This month-long fundraising competition consists of hundreds of animal welfare organizations across the nation all competing to see who can raise the most money for their cause in 30 days. The organization is in second place and […]
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Open Door Pride Hosts Inaugural Event June 24
On June 24, Open Door Pride will host its inaugural event to celebrate the LGBTQ community at Martin Park in Sturgeon Bay from 11 am to 4 pm. The family friendly event will include vendors, activities and live entertainment. The mission of Open Door Pride is to affirm the community’s diversity through inclusion for all. […]
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Cal Ripken Baseball Standings: May 18
Standings As of May 16 Kiwanis, 3-0 Bayship, 2-1 Nicolet Bank, 2-1 Rotary, 1-1 Red Room, 1-2 Lions 0-2 DC Co-op, 0-2 May 15 Results Red Room 10, Rotary 5 Kiwanis 8, Bayship 5 Nicolet Bank 5, Lions 4
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Letter to the Editor: Thanks to All Involved with Shipyard Tours
On behalf of the Rotary Club of Sturgeon Bay, thanks to all the guests, volunteers and event sponsors for the 24th annual Shipyard Tours on Saturday, May 6. Special thanks to Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding, Centerpointe Yacht Services, the Maritime Museum, the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Mobile Bay, the US Coast Guard Canal Emergency Rescue Boat, […]
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Sonny’s Italian Kitchen and Pizzeria Unveils Patio Bar May 19
Sonny’s Italian Kitchen and Pizzeria in Sturgeon Bay is excited to unveil a total remodel of the Sonny’s Patio Bar. On May 19 at 2 pm, Sonny’s will officially unveil the patio and kick off the 2017 season with a ribbon cutting ceremony and party where attendees can grab a sangria drink, choose from more […]
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Pat Nash Joins DCVB as Visitor Information Manager
The Door County Visitor Bureau (DCVB) hired Pat Nash as their new Visitor Information Manager. Nash completed his schooling at the Illinois Media School with an emphasis in Radio and Television Broadcasting. Nash brings with him knowledge in customer service, social media, marketing, and most importantly a love and knowledge of Door County. His responsibilities […]
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Faye Blank Named 2017 Certified Tourism Ambassador of the Year
The Door County Visitor Bureau (DCVB) named Faye Blank the 2017 Certified Tourism Ambassador (CTA) of the year at their National Travel & Tourism Week breakfast at Stone Harbor Resort in Sturgeon Bay on May 10. Blank, who works at the High Point Inn in Ephraim, was announced the winner during the breakfast. The Door […]
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Weekend of Indigo Dyeing at Whitefish Bay Farm Gallery
Whitefish Bay Farm Gallery kicks off the 35th season on May 19 at noon. The gallery specializes in fiber art – hand felting, hand weaving, knitting and crochet – along with beautiful, naturally colored (un-dyed) and naturally dyed yarns from the resident flock of Corriedale sheep. The gallery also features functional pottery and a smattering […]
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Michigan Street Bridge Closed May 15 – 17
The Michigan Street Bridge in Sturgeon Bay will be closed for maintenance for portions of May 15 – 17, 2017. The daily closures are for washing, annual inspection, and touch-up painting associated with repair work completed over the winter. Motorist will be directed to use the Maple/Oregon Bridge in Sturgeon Bay while Michigan Street Bridge […]
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DCMCA Conducted Tours for Over 312 Participants
This April, the Door County Medical Center Auxiliary (DCMCA) conducted hospital tours for local first graders. More than 312 students, teachers and chaperones from seven area schools had an opportunity to learn about the hospital. The annual event is intended to not only make the students aware of what the hospital does but to lessen […]
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Sturgeon Bay Students Receive 2017 Bordui Scholarships
Nora Scheer and Nic Greenlaw, seniors at Sturgeon Bay High School, have been named winners of the 2017 Bordui Foundation scholarship competition. Scheer will be awarded $20,000 to support her attendance at the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Greenlaw will be awarded $5,000 and will attend St. Norbert College. The Bordui Foundation is a charitable […]
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The Bay Lofts Builder Aims to Be Part of Sturgeon Bay’s Renaissance
Those who have not been through Sturgeon Bay in a while may be surprised at the new urban feel to Madison Street with the opening of The Bay Lofts luxury apartments. The site is the former home of the Harbor Place Shoppes. “I’ve been pleasantly surprised. The architectural style was a deviation from a lot […]
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Historical Society Dinner Program Focuses on Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton
The Door County Historical Society will host its monthly dinner program Susan & Elizabeth: A Friendship of Consequence on May 22. The dinner and program will be held at St. John Bosco School in Sturgeon Bay at 6 pm. “Susan & Elizabeth: A Friendship of Consequence” is a compilation of excerpts from the speeches, writings, […]