Category: Door County News
Door County news from the pages of the Peninsula Pulse and Door County Living, the peninsula’s trusted, local sources for information about Door County, Wisconsin.
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Starboard Brewing Company to Host Next Buy Local Mixer
Door County Buy Local is holding its next business networking mixer on Feb. 3, 5:30 – 7 pm, at Starboard Brewing Company, 151 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. The event will feature a presentation by brewery owner Patrick Surfus, talking about the establishment of his nano-brewery business. Starboard Brewing Company is the newest brewery to […]
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Analyses Find 2015 Hottest Year on Record
Earth’s 2015 surface temperatures were the warmest since modern record keeping began in 1880, according to independent analyses by NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Globally averaged temperatures in 2015 shattered the previous mark set in 2014 by 0.23 degrees Fahrenheit. Only once before, in 1998, has the new record been greater […]
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Healthy Water Door County Grant Cycle Opens
Healthy Water Door County announces a new granting program which invests in initiatives that research water quality issues, educate policy makers and the community, and mitigate threats to our water in Door County. The community is invited to submit proposals to Healthy Water Door County as to how they will help us protect this precious […]
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One-On-One Business Counseling Sessions Offered on Feb. 4
The Door County Economic Development Corporation and the Wisconsin Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at UW-Green Bay will offer free, one-on-one business counseling sessions on Feb. 4, 8:30 am – 5 pm, for any new or existing business owners in Door County. Chuck Brys, business counselor for the SBDC, will provide advice on business planning, […]
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Municipal News: Jan. 29 – Feb. 4
City of Sturgeon Bay: Federal District Judge William Griesbach has dismissed the lawsuit against the City of Sturgeon Bay and its Waterfront Redevelopment Authority by the Friends of the Sturgeon Bay Waterfront and several individual claimants. The judge found there was no federal law violated by the agreement to redevelop the property in the manner […]
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Science Snippet: Neuroscience of Memory
Much remains to be learned about the neuroscience of memory, but scientists are learning more about what happens in the brain when we remember a specific event. At present, many scientists believe we remember an event in the following way. At the event, the brain recorded the sights, sounds, smells and other sensations that were […]
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News Bulletin: Paul Named Maritime Museum Interim Director
Amy Paul has been named acting executive director of the Door County Maritime Museum following the resignation of Executive Director Rick O’Farrell. Paul held the position of marketing and communications manager prior to her promotion. “I am pleased to announce the appointment of Amy Paul as acting executive director for the Door County Maritime Museum,” […]
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Mary Jo Ehnert Joins Door County Realty, Inc. Sales Team
Door County Realty, Inc. announces Mary Jo Ehnert, ABR CRS, has joined the Door County Realty, Inc. sales staff. Ehnert has been one of Door County’s top selling full time real estate agent since 2001. “Mary Jo’s enthusiasm and passion for real estate is a real asset, we are excited and welcome her to our […]
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Sushi Restaurant to Open on Sturgeon Bay’s Third Avenue
Aaron Carmody and Brad Hunsader formed a new restaurant group called Blank Canvas Group and are excited to share their first venture called Crate Sushi and Seafood. Crate will open their doors on Jan. 29, 2016. The menu will feature 10 signature rolls with rotating chef’s choice rolls throughout the week. There will be five […]
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Gibraltar DECA Competitors Earn Numerous Awards at District Conference
Eight Gibraltar Marketing Education DECA competitors earned outstanding awards at the 2016 District Level Career Development Conference held on Jan. 9 at Bay Port High School in Suamico. DECA is an international student organization developing future business leaders in marketing, entrepreneurship and management. The Buying and Merchandising Team of Audrey Sitte and Collin Strege medaled […]
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Milwaukee Company Donates Clean Water System
When the folks at Stonehouse Water Technologies of Milwaukee were contacted about helping with Kewaunee County’s water issues, they had no idea that conditions were worse there than some of the Third World countries the company has worked with. Charles Bensinger, director of water analytics at Stonehouse, said in Third World countries they usually are […]
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City of Sturgeon Bay: The Wisconsin Department of Transportation will hold another roundabout listening session at 5:30 pm on Jan. 25 in the Peninsula Room of the Door County Government Center. Discussions will be with DOT staff, local officials and the public regarding upcoming and long-term road construction projects in Sturgeon Bay and the surrounding […]
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Reps in the News: Jan. 22 – 29
Governor Scott Walker The Governor joined faculty, staff, students, lawmakers and community members at UW-Green Bay on Jan. 15 to highlight his college affordability legislative package. This legislation targets ways to make higher education more affordable for Wisconsin’s working families and students. “One of the best things we can do for higher education in our […]
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Sevastopol Alum Joins Door County Adventure Center at Program Coordinator
Katie Bagnall-Newman has been hired as Door County Adventure Center’s new program coordinator. Bagnall-Newman is a recent graduate of the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point and she is excited to return to Door County, where she graduated from Sevastopol High School in 2011. Bagnall-Newman has a background in environmental education and brings a new […]
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DCVB Releases 2016 Door County Official Visitor Guide
The Door County Visitor Bureau (DCVB), the tourism marketing organization for Door County, recently announced the 2016 Door County Official Visitor Guide is available. The free travel guide features a wide variety of content about visiting and planning a trip to Door County. Helpful travel information can be found throughout the guide with special sections […]
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St. Norbert and Packers Team Up for Conference
Aaron Taylor, a CBS Sports college football analyst, will speak at the Sport and Society Conference hosted by St. Norbert College and the Green Bay Packers, May 23-25, 2016. The theme of the conference is “The Business of College Sports.” Taylor, a former Green Bay Packers player, will take part in a panel discussion at […]
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Kurt Searvogel Breaks Cycling Mileage Record
Kurt Searvogel recently finished his 365-day bike ride, logging 76,076 in one calendar year to break the 77-year-old world record. Searvogel, staying with relatives in Manitowoc, spent a good portion of the summer riding through Door County on his quest to break the record. “What he’s doing is so beyond comprehension,” said Karl Schroeder of […]
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Pete Oleson Joins Jennifer Schmatz American Family Agency
The Jennifer Schmatz American Family Agency is pleased to announce the addition of Pete Oleson as an agency sales rep. Oleson’s roots trace back to Newport and Washington Island and he is happy to be back in Sister Bay. He brings more than 15 years experience in insurance. Stop by and introduce yourself to Oleson […]
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An Icy Piscatorial Pursuit: Europe Lake Attracts Pair of Kenosha Anglers
Last weekend was free ice fishing weekend in Wisconsin, meaning anyone could fish without a license. I set out on Saturday in search of hardy ice fisherfolk, convinced that hordes of them would be out there taking advantage of the state’s invitation to fish for free. I first drove to Kangaroo Lake to see if […]
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WHAT HAPPENED The Door County Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors is soliciting nominations for the annual Door County Industry of the Year Award and the Door County Entrepreneur of the Year Award. The awards celebrate businesses that help to create a positive business climate in Door County. The award winners will be announced at […]