Category: Community
Door County community news from the Peninsula Pulse. Find information about health programs, fundraisers, announcements, and more to keep you in the loop in your community.
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Mr. G’s Logan Creek Grille Takes Home 1st Place at Rib Fest
Neighbor to Neighbor hosted its eighth annual Rib Fest on Nov. 12 at The Lodge at Leathem Smith. The event featured nine local chefs representing Casey’s BBQ & Smokehouse, Mr. G’s Logan Creek Grille, The Lodge at Leathem Smith, Door County Fire Company, Julie’s Park Café & Motel, Jeff’s Sports Bar & Grill, Young Automotive […]
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Fish Creek Civic Association Decorates Downtown for the Holidays
Each year, the Fish Creek Civic Association (FCCA) purchases the trees and lights that adorn downtown Fish Creek with the holiday spirit. “The trees have come from a few different local farms over the years. This year they’re the most beautiful I’ve ever seen them,” said FCCA Office Manager, Digger DeGroot. Digger coordinates the delivery […]
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NWTC Begins Construction on Transportation Center, Diesel Truck Facility
Construction is underway on a plot of land across East Campus Drive from the Building and Construction Technology Center on the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC) campus in Green Bay. Crews are working on the new NWTC Transportation Center. The project is part of the $66.5 million referendum voters passed in April of 2015. The […]
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Midsummer’s Music’s Allyson Fleck Named Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra Manager
Dr. Allyson Fleck, violist and assistant artistic director for Midsummer’s Music Festival, was named orchestra manager for the Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra. Her responsibilities include hiring musicians, managing contracts, and overseeing employment needs for the musicians. Each concert is unique, requiring Dr. Fleck to work closely with the conductor on hiring needs, as well as with […]
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Winter Warmer Release, Holiday Fests & More Weekend Plans
‘Tis the season to be jolly! Why not amp up your Christmas spirit with some winery open houses, a couple local festivals and a wonderful night sky hike? Friday, December 2 Holiday Open Houses Kick off your first December weekend with a sampling of local wineries! Parallel 44 Winery in Kewaunee is decked out for […]
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Harmann Family Creates Scholarship Fund
The Harmann Family and the Door County Community Foundation are pleased to announce the creation of the Darlene and Wayne Harmann Scholarship Fund, which honors the lives of Darlene and Wayne Harmann. Their children – John Harmann, Kevin Harmann and Stacy Stutz – are offering the community a matching opportunity. From Nov. 21 (Wayne’s birthday) […]
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NWTC Launches Culinary Specialist Diploma
In response to increased demand for training and assistance in the food service industry, Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC) is set to launch the Culinary Specialist technical diploma in the spring 2017 semester. “NWTC is really excited about starting the culinary specialist technical diploma program. The hospitality team is confident this program will expand the […]
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The Wisconsin Idea in Southern Door
In 1905, Charles Van Hise, then president of the University of Wisconsin, claimed, “I shall never be content until the beneficent influence of the University reaches every family of the state.” The statement is thought to be the genesis of the Wisconsin Idea, a principle at the school promoting research and education for every resident […]
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Finding Favre: An Interview with Biographer Jeff Pearlman
Few athletes have been covered as much or as nauseatingly as former Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre. You’d think that would leave little left to be said about the man inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame last summer, but you’d be wrong. In his just-released biography, Gunslinger: The Remarkable, Improbable, Iconic Life […]
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Seminar on Wisconsin Retirement System Dec. 7
The Door-Kewaunee Retired Educators’ Association will host a free seminar for participants of the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) on Wednesday, Dec. 7, from 6:30 – 8 pm at the Southern Door County School District Auditorium, 2073 County Road DK, Brussels. The focus will be on the Wisconsin Retirement System benefits and options. The seminar is […]
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Sevastopol School Outscores Most Districts in Statewide Report
The Wisconsin Department of Instruction (WDPI) recently released statewide scorecard results for the 2015-2016 school year. Sevastopol School District realized a score of 90.6 within an overall 83-100 accountability rating as Significantly Exceeds Expectations. Districts receiving this rating greatly exceed expectations for student achievement, student growth, educational equity and preparing students for educational milestones, including […]
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Andrew M. Ebel, 44, of Green Bay, formerly of Sturgeon Bay, changed his address to Heaven on November 18, 2016. A Door County native, Andy was born October 19, 1972 in Sturgeon Bay, the son of Gregory Ebel and Suzanne Serrahn. Following his graduation from Sevastopol High School in 1990, he received a degree in […]
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Marion “Joan” Unger, long-time resident of Baileys Harbor, Wisconsin passed away, Wednesday, November 2, 2016, at the age of 83. She was born April 27, 1933 in Chicago, IL to John and Marion (Vuillaume) Shaffer. Joan was a loving daughter, mother, grandmother and friend who enjoyed gardening, traveling, painting, reading, sewing, and being with her […]
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The Cattery Staff at Door County Humane Society (DCHS) would like to send out a plea for a very special resident named The Mouth. The Mouth came to DCHS as a stray a few months ago. This handsome two-year-old boy has stunning green eyes and a golden and brown longhaired coat. The reason he received […]
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Pet Talk: Cat Scratching Is Necessary
Q: I have just gotten our new cat a carpet scratching post. I have found a nail stuck on it. I checked his feet and all his nails seem to be fine. Why did this happen? Could it be the wrong kind of scratching post? A: Not at all. As long as there is […]
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Jacksonport Women’s Club Makes Contribution to Fire Department
Jacksonport Women’s Club (JWC) recently made a contribution to Jacksonport Fire Department with monies going toward their water rescue equipment. Town of Jacksonport Assistant Fire Chief Aaron LeClair, Jacksonport Women’s Club (JWC) Contributions Committee Chair Marlene Larson and Jacksonport Firefighter/EMT Austin Gulley celebrated the JWC donation. Submitted.
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Baileys Harbor Community Thanksgiving Dinner to Benefit Amy Haleen and Art Turnquist
The Baileys Harbor Community Thanksgiving Dinner, sponsored by the Town of Baileys Harbor and the Baileys Harbor Community Association, will be held from 3 to 6 pm at the Baileys Harbor Town Hall. The community dinner started six years ago and has grown every year as a fundraiser to benefit a local person in need. […]
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New Class of Dogs Graduates from Therapy Dog Training Program
On Nov. 14, a new class of nine dogs graduated from the Door County Humane Society’s Therapy Dog Training Program. This program takes dogs with basic obedience skills and trains them to provide affection and comfort to people in nursing homes, hospitals, retirement homes, detention centers and other places where a friendly dog’s presence can […]
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Door County Kids Invited to Children’s Christmas Stores
The holidays are approaching and it’s time for the Children’s Christmas Stores, sponsored by the Door County 4-H. Children’s Christmas Stores provide children the opportunity to shop for family members’ Christmas presents. Parents choose a budget and a volunteer elf is provided for each child to assist them in shopping and wrapping. This experience helps […]
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Ephraim’s Christmas in the Village Celebration is Dec. 3
Each year, the Ephraim Business Council holds a Christmas in the Village celebration the first Saturday in December– this year, Dec. 3. In addition to the open houses, children events, Santa’s reindeer and the official lighting of the Village Christmas tree, the Ephraim Moravian Church holds a special ADVENTure from 11 am to 2 pm […]