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  • Judge Rules Against Lame Duck Laws

    On March 21, Dane County Judge Richard Niess ruled in favor of the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin in its suit against the Wisconsin State Legislature. During a lame-duck session late last year, the Legislature passed a series of laws limiting the incoming governor’s power. This decision undoes those actions. Erin Grunze, executive director […]

  • Jacksonport Water Protection Program April 1

    Join the Jacksonport Women’s Club for its April program, Citizen Efforts to Protect Water in Northeast Wisconsin. Dean Hoegger, president and executive director of the Clean Water Action Council, will present the program on April 1, 1 pm, at the Jacksonport Town Hall, 3365 County Road V. The free presentation is open to the public.

  • Partnership for Children and Families Begins Donation Challenge

    The Door County Partnership for Children and Families (DCPCF) is supporting Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program by participating in an online donation challenge. In an effort to promote early literacy, school readiness and future success, the DCPCF has partnered with the Dollywood Foundation to implement a local Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program. A Community Thrives […]

  • Democratic Party Seeks Feedback on Delegate Selection

    In preparation for the 2020 Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin seeks feedback from the public about its proposed 2020 Delegate Selection Plan. According to the Democratic National Committee’s rules, the plan and the opportunity to provide public comment will be available for 30 days, beginning March 22, at wisdems.org/2020delegates. In […]

  • ‘Door County Living’ Honors Educational Philanthropy

    The 2019 Philanthropy Issue of Door County Living magazine, on newsstands now, takes a look at how philanthropy plays a crucial role in educating the children and adults of Door County. Readers get a look inside the new greenhouse at Sturgeon Bay High School, where students get their hands dirty while learning where their food […]

  • Habitat for Humanity Continues Work Through Winter

    Although the winter weather has not been conducive to building a home, Door County Habitat for Humanity construction volunteers are far from idle. On March 13 and 14 two separate groups of volunteers completed home repairs for individuals who were otherwise unable to have the repairs done. Greg Dietz and Bill Meyer repaired a ceiling […]

  • Habitat for Humanity Collecting for Food Pantries

    Door County Habitat for Humanity is continuing a food drive to help restock area food pantries. Take a nonperishable food item to the ReStore in Sturgeon Bay to receive a coupon good for your current visit or a future one. All food collected will be distributed to Feed My People in Sturgeon Bay and the […]

  • League of Women Voters Host Educational Forum April 4

    The League of Women Voters of Greater Green Bay (LWVGGB) will host an education forum titled: “A Time for Action: A Panel Presentation on the State of Wisconsin Blue Ribbon Commission on School Funding report.” The forum will offer the input and perspectives of three statewide education leaders:  Dr. Michelle Langenfeld, Green Bay Area Public […]

  • Polluters Will Pay for Fox River Cleanup

    Attorney General Josh Kaul announced that a federal judge has approved a settlement to ensure that all future costs related to the decades-long contamination of the Fox River will be paid by the responsible parties. “Generations of Wisconsinites have been affected by the contamination of the Fox River,” said Kaul. “This settlement ensures that final […]

  • State News: Fossil Fuels, Rail Expansion, School Breakfast

    UW-Green Bay to Offer New Water-Science Degree Earlier this year, Gov. Tony Evers called 2019 the Year of Clean Drinking Water and announced $70 million for water-quality programs. Some say this is a good step, but not nearly enough. An aging workforce and a shortage of trained new talent has left the industry struggling to […]

  • Wisconsin Flu Numbers Still on the Rise

    We’re heading into spring, but flu numbers are still on the rise in Wisconsin and around the country. During the flu season, Door County Medical Center imposes hospital-visit guidelines to keep patients and visitors safe. Please do not visit the hospital if you have a cold or any flu-like symptoms. The center also discourages visitors […]

  • Lake Herrings on the Decline in the Great Lakes

    Once one of the most abundant fish in Lake Michigan, Green Bay and all of the Great Lakes, ciscoes – also known as lake herring – are much less abundant today. Learn how ciscoes were the mainstay of the Great Lakes food web and supported major fisheries and top predators at the Crossroads at Big […]

  • Democratic National Convention Coming to Milwaukee

    Following news that DNC Chair Tom Perez had selected Milwaukee to host its 2020 national convention, Martha Laning, chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin, offered the following response: “We couldn’t be more thrilled that the DNC has chosen Milwaukee to host its 2020 convention. From the lakeshore to its bustling city streets, Milwaukee is […]

  • DNR Urges Homeowners to Fix Pipe Leaks

    If your water-utility bill is steadily increasing for unknown reasons, the Wisconsin DNR suggests checking for leaks and drips in your bathroom, kitchen and yard. The state DNR is joining forces with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to promote Fix-a-Leak Week, March 18-24, to remind homeowners that leaks can waste up to 10,000 gallons or […]

  • National Livability Contest Through AARP Begins

    Wisconsin cities and towns may enter a national contest to create momentum to improve livability for people of all ages. Hundreds of thousands of dollars of grant money are up for grabs in the 2019 AARP (aarp.org) Community Challenge for quick-action projects. AARP Wisconsin State Director Sam Wilson said the program serves as a springboard […]

  • Purdy Family Closes on Habitat for Humanity Home

    Door County Habitat for Humanity’s 41st partner family, Amanda and Jacob Purdy, closed on the purchase of their home on Feb. 22. With the closing, Amanda and Jacob become the official owners of the home, which was built by Door County Habitat for Humanity volunteers. Eighty volunteers logged more than 4,500 hours in the home’s […]

  • State News: Ice Cover, Gas Tax, Foxconn

    Brrrrr! Lake Superior Reaches 90 Percent Ice Cover The extreme cold this winter helped cover more than 90 percent of Lake Superior in ice this week. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reports ice cover approached levels not seen in four years. Lake Superior was around 91 percent covered in ice Monday, said Jia […]

  • Jacksonport Hosts Open House and New Town Hall March 16

    The Town of Jacksonport invites the Door County community to celebrate the town’s 150th year by attending an open house on March 16, 1-4 pm. Enjoy refreshments and tour the new town hall and fire station at 3365 County Road V in Jacksonport.

  • Forestville Millpond Drawdown Presentation March 12

    Door County Conservationist Erin Hanson will give a presentation on the proposed Forestville Millpond drawdown to the Kewaunee County Land and Water Conservation Committee at its March 12 meeting. At its February meeting, the Kewaunee County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution encouraging “those individuals and entities charged with drawing down the Forestville Millpond to […]

  • Vande Walle is Write-in for Gibraltar Town Board

    Carole Vande Walle is a write-in candidate for Gibraltar Town Board. She has a bachelor’s degree in school/community leadership in recreation education, with economic and environmental perspectives. She and Ron have lived and owned businesses in Gibraltar and have followed changes in the community for 21 years. She agrees with some people that accountability and […]