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The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay Announces Summer 2025 Grant recipients

The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay is proud to announce the grant recipients from the Fund’s summer grant cycle. Grants are awarded twice per year, and in each cycle, the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation invites fundholders to co-invest in applications that align with their giving goals. During this cycle, fundholders contributed over $75,000, significantly boosting the total amount awarded.

The Women’s Fund awards funds to organizations with programs and services that positively impact women and girls in our community. Grants are awarded based on a competitive application process which includes a review by a grants team of community volunteers. Learn more about the grant funds at https://womensfundgb.org/what-we-fund/.

About the Women’s Fund Summer 2025 Grant Recipients:

Wise Women Gathering Place | General Operations: Wise Women Gathering Place promotes peace, respect and belonging through skill building, sharing of resources and caring community support. Program services include advocacy, healing, and prevention in domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, sex trafficking and other crimes. Funding will support services for women and youth; including a weekly Women’s Empowerment Group focusing on healthy relationships and decision-making, talking circles, community guest speakers, traditional crafts and food gathering to support healing and wellness. Youth programs focus on healthy relationships, healthy boundaries, and healthy communication.

Aging & Disability Resource Center of Brown County | ADRC Caregivers: ADRC of Brown County empowers older adults, adults with disabilities, and caregivers — most of whom are women — through education, support, and advocacy. Funding will expand caregiver programs that build skills, reduce isolation, and improve well-being. With demand rising, this support will help over 240 families access tools, resources, and community to thrive in their caregiving roles.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Wisconsin | Youth Mentoring for Girls: Grant funding will help match girls facing adversity with caring female mentors through Big Brothers Big Sisters. With 42 girls currently on the waitlist, this support will provide critical mentorship that builds confidence, strengthens mental health, and empowers girls to reach their full potential.

Brown County Health & Human Services | Parents Supporting Parents: The Brown County Child Protective Services Unit works with children at risk of experiencing neglect and abuse. Funding will bring Parents Supporting Parents, an evidence-based program, to Brown County. The program provides mothers with mentorship from individuals with lived experience within the child welfare system, who have experienced their child being removed from their care and reunified safely. Grant funding will help prepare mentors to support safe family reunification and reduce future child welfare involvement. This program allows children to remain safely with their families and their communities, fosters sustained connections, and increases the opportunity for positive life outcomes.

Encompass Early Education & Care | Child & Family Advocate Program: The program helps stabilize single-mother households by empowering women and ensuring their children thrive in high-quality early education. By addressing barriers mothers face — like housing and food security — and providing their children with one-on-one support for developmental/behavioral setbacks, they’ve increased retention of these at-risk families from just six months to over three years.

Family & Childcare Resources of Northeastern Wisconsin | Family Childcare: Grant support will expand access to childcare by supporting women in launching home-based childcare businesses. The Family Childcare Program offers training, startup funds, and licensing support to reduce barriers for low-income women, including in rural areas. By creating 10–15 new providers serving up to 120 children, the program boosts employment and economic stability for women while addressing urgent childcare shortages across Brown, Kewaunee, and Oconto counties.

Family Services of Northeast Wisconsin | 24/7 Immediate Advocacy Response for Sexual Assault Center: The Sexual Assault Center is a program of Family Services that provides free and confidential support to survivors of sexual assault 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This grant will fully fund after-hours bedside advocacy during Sexual Assault Nurse Exams in Brown County. This service ensures women and girls receive trauma-informed support at one of the most vulnerable moments in their lives — overnight, on weekends, and on holidays. With advocates responding within 30 minutes, this initiative fosters safety, healing, and connection to long-term care for 100+ survivors annually.

Girls on the Run Northeast Wisconsin | Positive Youth Development: Girls on the Run inspires girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident through a fun, experience-based curriculum that creatively integrates running. To date, the organization has served over 5,000 girls, with measurable improvements in self-esteem, physical activity, and social-emotional skills. The program combines physical activity with lessons on confidence, connection, and character. Funding will support the launch of three new teams in Brown and Kewaunee counties, provide partial scholarships to ensure access for all participants, and train new volunteer coaches to lead and mentor the girls.

HER Alliance | General Operating Expenses: Funds will sustain core programs serving over 85 survivors of sex trafficking & commercial sexual exploitation (CSE) in Brown County. Funds will support trauma-informed advocacy, prevention education, jail outreach, and access to basic needs. As the only local organization providing comprehensive care solely for CSE survivors, HER Alliance relies on flexible funding to meet rising needs, maintain staff capacity, and deliver consistent, life-changing services.

House of Hope Green Bay | General Operating Support: Last year, House of Hope served 918 youth and children. Funding will sustain and strengthen their programs serving youth, young mothers, and children experiencing homelessness. Additionally, it will support emergency shelter, rental assistance, mental health and substance use counseling, youth services, and low-barrier housing. General operating funds allow House of Hope to remain responsive to urgent needs, invest in staff and infrastructure, and provide trauma-informed care that helps families build lasting stability.

Journey to Adult Success | Empowering Women through Therapeutic Support: Every year, young women age out of foster care without the necessary resources or support systems to navigate adulthood. Journey to Adult Success addresses this critical gap by meeting their basic needs of housing along with daily coaching and support and most importantly targeted one-on-one therapy in informal, welcoming settings tailored to meet their needs.

Lovin’ The Skin I’m In | Uplifting Black and Brown Girls: Lovin’ The Skin I’m In empowers Black and Brown girls in Northeast Wisconsin by providing access to opportunities that nurture their talents, leadership, and personal growth. This initiative will serve 800 girls ages 7–18, fostering confidence, mental wellness, and leadership through mentorship, educational workshops, and cultural engagement. In response to systemic inequities that often limit access to enriching experiences, these arts and STEM programs offer creative, empowering pathways for growth and self-discovery.

She Rises Collective | Indigenous Women in Business: She Rises Collective envisions Indigenous women rising — financially, socially, and spiritually — while creating lasting, positive change in their families, communities, and economies. Grant funding will support the Indigenous Women in Business Retreat in Brown County. This event empowers Indigenous women through technical assistance, wellness, and leadership development. It also supports their Indigenous Women in Business database and data collection efforts to track impact, promote visibility, and inform culturally relevant programming.

Wello | Centering the Voices of Black and Mixed Race Young Women in Reproductive Care: Funding will support the implementation of a cohort model designed to center the needs and voices of Black girls to improve their health. In partnership with Lovin’ The Skin I’m In and a range of clinical and non-clinical partners, the primary objective of this program is to increase participant’s reproductive health literacy, increasing their confidence to navigate care, advocate for their needs, and manage three chronic reproductive conditions that disproportionately impact women of color: endometriosis, uterine fibroids and polycystic ovarian syndrome.

New Renderings Unveiled of the Future HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center Campus

HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center is pleased to share updated architectural renderings for its upcoming campus transformation, offering the community a refreshed look at the future of patient care as early construction activity begins on campus this month.

As first announced in March 2025, Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) is investing a historic $270 million in strategic capital over the next 3 to 5 years to meet the need for greater health care access in Green Bay. It will remodel its two Green Bay hospitals, HSHS St. Vincent Hospital and HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center, which will be the site of the largest expansion and transformation. This includes the addition of a new tower that will allow St. Mary’s to add more beds and provide more inpatient care.

While the overall vision of the future St. Mary’s campus remains consistent with the initial renderings shared in March 2025, these new images incorporate design refinements as the hospital moves through the planning and pre-construction phase of its major transformation project.

“As we prepare our St. Mary’s campus for the exciting changes ahead, we want our community to see how the vision is evolving,” said Leah Bergstrom, Chief Administrative Officer at HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center. “These updated renderings represent the thoughtful progress our team has made to ensure every detail supports the best possible experience for all who come through our doors.”

Plans for St. Mary’s include:

A new patient tower to include added intermediate and intensive care beds. The tower will replace an existing structure on campus built in 1958. The vision is to design the tower for additional growth in the future, should community need arise.

More operation and procedural rooms.

More natural light within the hospital, creating a welcoming and healing environment for all.

The use of brick, metal panel and glass throughout the exterior design to complement the existing campus architecture. More landscaping will also be added to beautify the campus and surrounding neighborhood.

Improved parking access and clearer wayfinding to create a smoother arrival experience, helping reduce stress for patients, visitors and staff.

Safety is a top priority, with improved visibility, upgraded lighting and secure access points.

“This is more than just a renovation, it’s an investment in the future of our community’s health,” said Bergstrom.

Early construction activity will begin on the St. Mary’s campus this month to prepare the site for the larger renovation effort. This preliminary work includes site preparation to support a seamless transition into the main construction phase. Opportunity for media interviews and video/photos of site preparation work will be made available next week, with more details coming soon.

Groundbreaking on the new patient tower at St. Mary’s is anticipated for Summer 2026, with full project completion by 2028. Plans are still in progress for renovations at St. Vincent Hospital and will be shared when more information becomes available.

For more information and access to a comprehensive media kit including renderings, b-roll, still images and press releases, please visit: www.stmarysgb.org/future.

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About Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS)

Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) is a nonprofit Catholic health care ministry founded in 1875. Dedicated to our Mission to reveal and embody Christ’s healing love for all people through high-quality Franciscan health care, HSHS clinicians provide exceptional care centered on the whole person. Based in Springfield, Illinois, HSHS employs nearly 11,000 colleagues who provide care in 13 acute-care, children’s and critical access hospitals and home health and hospice programs in Central and Southern Illinois and Eastern Wisconsin. HSHS is aligned with more than 1,000 primary and specialty physicians and advanced practitioners through its owned affiliates HSHS Medical Group and Prairie Cardiovascular and its partnership with Prevea Health. For more information about HSHS, visit hshs.org.

NEW Construction Alliance Announces Champions of Construction Awards

The first annual Champions of Construction Awards, presented by the NEW Construction Alliance (NEWCA), kicks off next week. The new program is designed to honor the top skilled trades professionals within Northeast Wisconsin.

The Champions of Construction Awards recognize and honor the individuals who are making a lasting impact on the construction industry across Northeast Wisconsin. The program’s intent is to shine a spotlight on those who lead with integrity, innovate with purpose and inspire the next generation of skilled trades professionals.

The NEWCA Champions of Construction consists of four prestigious awards:

Youth Apprentice of the Year, presented by AGC of Wisconsin
Rising Star, presented by Milwaukee Tool
Excellence in Mentorship, presented by DeWalt
Craftsman Legacy, presented by Nicolet Bank

Nominations for this year’s Champions of Construction open on Sept. 8, and must be submitted by Oct. 3.

“Beyond the recognition itself, the Champions of Construction Awards elevate the image of the construction industry and showcase the important role it plays in the economic strength and future of the New North region,” says Jason Mathwig, industry alliance director for New North, Inc. “Our goal is to recognize the profession’s best in Northeast Wisconsin, measured by dedication to the field, craftsmanship, leadership and community impact.”

To be eligible for a Champions of Construction Award, an individual must work in the 18-county New North region and be employed by a NEW Construction Alliance investor company. Nominations are open to all field crafts and construction trades (non-office positions). An investor company may submit a nomination only for an employee of its company.

A nomination, 300-500 words in length, should answer the question of, ‘Why are you nominating this person for this particular award?’ The nomination ideally will introduce the person and his or her role; highlight his or her key achievements, including skills, work ethic, leadership and impact, citing specific examples; and summarize why he or she deserves the award, along with how he or she stands out among peers.

The Youth Apprentice of the Year award is designed to recognize a recent spring high school graduate or second-year youth apprentice starting his or her senior year, who has satisfied minimum requirements for a one-year youth apprenticeship. The winner will exemplify dedication to a trades skillset; outstanding communication skills; possess a clear interest in pursuing a long-term career in construction; maintain a high level of reliability, safety awareness and teamwork; and demonstrate eagerness to learn with continuous improvement and a mastery of technical construction skills.

The Rising Star award is intended for an individual who has worked in the construction trades industry for five-or-less years. The winner will be someone who demonstrates outstanding craftsmanship, technical ability and rapid skills growth beyond his or her years of experience. He or she will actively seek out training, certifications and mentorship opportunities to enhance his or her expertise in the trade, along with showing creativity and resourcefulness in overcoming challenges.

The Excellence in Mentorship award recipient will be an individual who has worked in the construction trades industry for 6-25 years, and who has mentored youth, registered apprentices and/or industry peers. He or she will possess a track record of developing successful industry professionals, along with inspiring others to pursue long-term careers in construction.

The Craftsman Legacy award is designed to recognize a construction trades industry professional with 25-plus years of experience. The winner will have demonstrated exceptional skill, expertise and technical knowledge in his or her trade, and will have consistently produced high-quality work that exceeds industry standards. The recipient also will have devoted a significant portion of his or her career to the construction industry, leaving a lasting impact on projects, colleagues and the trade as a whole. In addition to upholding the highest standards of safety, ethics and professionalism, he or she additionally will have made a lasting impact beyond the job site by actively supporting the construction industry, local community and his or her employer.

Award recipients and their achievements will be recognized in front of peers and industry leaders at the NEW Construction Alliance annual meeting in January 2026. They additionally will be featured in Insight magazine and showcased on the NEWCA website and social-media channels.

Those companies interested in submitting a Champions of Construction nomination who are not currently a NEWCA investor, can learn more about the benefits of being an investor at https://t.ly/newcainvestor.

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New North, Inc.

New North Inc., is a 501(c)3 non-profit, regional economic development corporation fostering collaboration among private and public sector leaders throughout the 18 counties of Northeast Wisconsin, known as the New North region. The New North brand unites the region both internally and externally around talent development, brand promotion and business development, signifying the collective economic power behind the 18 counties. The counties include Brown, Calumet, Door, Florence, Fond du Lac, Green Lake, Kewaunee, Manitowoc, Marinette, Marquette, Menominee, Oconto, Outagamie, Shawano, Sheboygan, Waupaca, Waushara and Winnebago. www.thenewnorth.com

NEW Construction Alliance

The NEW Construction Alliance (NEWCA) is an association of employers in the construction trades within Northeast Wisconsin. Members collaborate to work with educators, workforce- and economic-development organizations, and government to promote careers in the building and construction trades. www.newconstructionalliance.org.

SRH Partnership Positions Lindquist Machine Co. for Long-Term Growth

Lindquist Machine Corporation (LMC), a trusted custom machine builder founded in 1946, today announced a significant capital investment and a strategic leadership transition. The company will now operate as Lindquist Machine Co., LLC, reflecting its renewed focus and vision for the future. Schneider Resources Holding, LLC (SRH), a family-owned private investment firm headquartered in Green Bay, has become the majority equity partner, positioning Lindquist Machine Co., LLC for long-term growth as it continues to deliver innovative solutions to performance-driven industries.

This strategic investment comes at a time when demand for custom automation solutions is accelerating across manufacturing sectors. The partnership strengthens LMC’s ability to scale operations, invest in new technologies and expand its team of skilled trades professionals while building on its legacy of solving complex manufacturing challenges.

“This partnership allows us to accelerate our next phase of growth while staying true to what’s made us successful—solving complex manufacturing challenges that others can’t or won’t take on,” said Mark Kaiser, current CEO of LMC. Kaiser will retain an equity position in the company and be a member of the Board of Directors.

Josh Rolfing (VP – Manufacturing), Mike Borsche (Director of Project Leadership), Andy Vogt (Director of Engineering), and Scott LaFond (Controller) will continue to be part of the Senior Leadership Team. Bryan Peters, who brings extensive experience in manufacturing and leadership, has joined LMC as President/Chief Executive Officer.

Expanding Capabilities and Workforce

Operating from its 130,000-square-foot facility at 610 Baeten Road in Green Bay—including 110,000 square feet of manufacturing space and 20,000 square feet of office—LMC’s ISO 9001:2015-certified operations integrate advanced machining, fabrication, welding, assembly and controls engineering. The company’s manufacturing capabilities include machine design, CNC machining, fabrication, and complete machine assembly. This vertical integration of services enables the design and build of large-scale, complex machinery at a scale unmatched by many regional competitors.

With SRH’s backing, LMC plans to continue upgrading equipment, exploring new automation technologies and adding top talent across key functions. As LMC continues to grow, the company is actively recruiting skilled CNC machinists, fabricators, electrical and mechanical assemblers and project leaders who want to take on challenging, one-of-a-kind machine builds. Interested candidates can learn more at lmc-corp.com/employment.

Commitment to People and Community

As one of Green Bay’s longstanding industrial employers, LMC is known for a culture of precision, collaboration and problem-solving. Employees enjoy an industry-leading four-day work week, profit sharing and opportunities to grow with projects that range from custom food and beverage systems to defense, medical, energy and packaging applications.

Paul Schneider, Principal of Schneider Resources Holding, said, “LMC’s reputation for craftsmanship, innovation and employee pride makes it a natural partner for us. We’re excited to help accelerate their growth and continue building an environment where talented people can thrive.”

About Schneider Resources Holding (SRH)

Schneider Resources Holding (SRH) is a family-owned private investment company headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin. SRH brings not only financial and human resources but also a bigger vision to grow companies. With a focus on patient, generational investments, SRH partners with privately owned businesses in northeast Wisconsin, leveraging its expertise and extensive network to facilitate growth and fulfill the entrepreneurial vision. Committed to innovation, customer service, collaboration and employee welfare, SRH empowers businesses to make meaningful contributions to their industries while fostering sustainable growth. Learn more at schneiderresources.com.

About Lindquist Machine Corporation (LMC)

Founded in 1946, Lindquist Machine Corporation (LMC) is a leading custom machine builder based in Green Bay, Wisconsin. With expertise in turnkey design, build-to-print solutions and machine refurbishment, LMC delivers innovative, high-performance equipment for industries including food & beverage, medical & pharmaceutical, defense & government, packaging, pulp & paper and energy. ISO 9001:2015-certified, LMC integrates advanced machining, fabrication, welding, assembly, and machine design to create reliable, cost-effective solutions tailored to each customer’s unique challenge. Learn more at lmc-corp.com.

Farmers’ Market on Broadway Extends September Hours and Adds Bonus Market Day

The Farmers’ Market on Broadway is excited to announce an extension of market hours in September until 8 p.m. (previously 7 p.m.) beginning September 3, and a bonus market on Wednesday, October 1 from 3-8pm.

This season has brought a few weather-related challenges for the market, including one complete
cancellation and an early closing, both due to severe weather. For the many farmers and small
businesses who vend at the market, including many Broadway District businesses, they depend on
the event happening weekly to make a living. We received a lot of feedback from businesses on
ways to mitigate this impact and provided that information to our board of directors. We were then
directed by our board to announce the extension of the market by one hour through September, and
add the bonus market on October 1, which the board sought out as a way to further support our
small businesses that rely on our events.

“We believe these changes will allow everyone to benefit from the increased foot traffic and
engagement from market attendees who enjoy the market each week,” said Molly Gray Ivanovska,
farmer’s market & special events manager for On Broadway, Inc. “Also, the installation of brighter
streetlights in the district ensures the visibility and safety for vendors and attendees alike.”
As one of Wisconsin’s largest farmers’ markets, the Farmers’ Market on Broadway, celebrating its
22nd year, is a popular gathering spot for those who live, work, play and visit the Broadway District.
Over 120 vendors line Broadway, between Dousman and Walnut streets, offering an array of
seasonal & fresh produce, baked goods, carry-out foods, coffee & teas, meats, cheeses, flowers &
plants, handcrafted goods, and more. Attendees can also enjoy a local craft beer while they move
throughout the market and listen to the live music lineup each week.

For more information about the Farmers’ Market on Broadway, visit our website. You can also follow
the Farmers’ Market on Broadway on Facebook and get updates by checking out the Facebook
Event.

Live Music in the Garden: Summer Concerts Wrap Up

Enjoy tunes and blooms with the beautiful backdrop of Green Bay Botanical Garden this summer!

Experience live music, take in the sights of the stunning Schneider Family Grand Garden, and even explore the new Washed Ashore: Art the Save the Sea exhibit, presented by Dar Stumpf & Clyde Reed, through September 2. Featuring nine spectacular sculptures created with plastic debris from the Pacific Ocean, it tells the story of plastic pollution and how we can preserve the waterways that many animals call home.

Beverages and light snacks will be available to purchase in the Garden’s Concessions Building during our evening concerts, including the option to order a boxed dinner from a local vendor ahead of time to pick up the night of the concert. Guests are also encouraged to bring their own picnic (no alcohol carry-ins allowed), and guests can enjoy a Seeds to Snacks activity before Sanimax Concerts.

To make your experience more enjoyable, advance tickets are recommended for all concerts.

Garden members can enjoy free at-the-door admission for the Thursday Sanimax Concert Series (Select Thursdays through August 21). The general public can purchase advance tickets or at-the-door tickets the evening of the concert, based on availability. The Employment Resource Group Grand Concert Series is open to Garden members and the general public, with one more concert on September 5.

For more details, including how to purchase tickets, order a boxed dinner, or sign up to volunteer, visit GBBG.org/Concerts.

Employment Resource Group Grand Concert Series

Select Fridays | 7–9 pm

Order a Boxed Dinner

Guests can order a boxed dinner before the concert from FOODelicious Catering & Consulting. Order by Wednesday at 12 pm to pick up a meal on the WPS Foundation Plaza near the Concessions Building the night of the concert.

Concert Lineup

Brews, Bistros, & Bonfires featuring Slippery When Wet: A Bon Jovi Tribute | Friday, September 5

Sample craft brews, devour delicious food, and keep warm with bonfires as you enjoy a show that will have you singing, dancing, and rocking all night long to the legendary sounds of the 80s and beyond. Must be 21 and older to attend.

The Employment Resource Group Grand Concert Series is generously sponsored by Employment Resource Group, Inc.; Dar Stumpf; Element; Dean Distributing, Inc.; and Terri Trantow-Witek & Paul Witek.

Sanimax Concert Series
Select Thursdays through August 21 | 6–8 pm

Tickets on Sale Now

Garden Members: Free at-the-door admission (based on membership level)
General Public: Purchase advance tickets or tickets at the door the evening of the concert, based on availability.

Order a Boxed Dinner

Guests can pre-order a boxed dinner before the concert from Not by Bread Alone. Order by Tuesday at 12 pm to pick up a meal by 6:30 pm the night of the concert near the Concessions Building on the WPS Foundation Plaza.

Seeds to Snacks | 4:30–6 pm

Enjoy a fresh garden snack from our harvest each week.

Concert Lineup

August 14 | NEW: Levi Ballenger

August 21 | The Pocket Kings

The Sanimax Concert Series is generously sponsored by Sanimax; US Bank; Dar Stumpf; BayCare Clinic Eye Specialists; Greg & Jean Klimek; Mary Zaborski; Terri Trantow-Witek & Paul Witek; CoVantage Credit Union; Main Street Health Insurance; Schneider; and Dean Distributing, Inc.

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About Green Bay Botanical Garden 

Green Bay Botanical Garden connects people with plants by providing year-round educational and recreational experiences for everyone in an environment that engages, inspires, and refreshes. First opened in 1996 and now featuring 47-acres of display gardens and natural areas, the Garden touches the lives of more than 200,000 guests annually on average from northeast Wisconsin and beyond. For more information about other happenings, visit GBBG.org or call 920.490.9457. 

City of Green Bay Hosts Open House for Go Big Green Bay 2050 Comprehensive Plan

The City of Green Bay will host the Go Big Green Bay 2050 Comprehensive Plan Open House on Wednesday, September 3, from 6:30 to 8:00 PM at the Water Utility Training Center, 631 S Adams Street. This public event will showcase how extensive community input has been incorporated into the draft comprehensive plan that will guide the city’s growth and development through 2050. Spanish interpretation will be available.

Community members unable to attend the open house can review the draft comprehensive plan and provide feedback online at www.gobiggreenbay.com before noon on September 4. The plan will also be presented at a special Plan Commission meeting on Thursday, September 4, at 6:00 PM in City Hall, Room 604.

The open house represents a milestone in the City’s year-long community engagement process, which included neighborhood planning workshops, pop-up events throughout the city, and visioning sessions that gathered input from hundreds of residents.

“This comprehensive plan truly reflects the voice of our community,” said Eric Genrich, Mayor of Green Bay. “We’ve listened to residents’ ideas, concerns, and aspirations, and we’re excited to show how their feedback has shaped our vision for Green Bay’s future.”

The casual, self-guided event will feature displays highlighting all 10 neighborhood districts and five distinct personality areas identified through the planning process. Attendees can explore the draft plan at their own pace while enjoying light refreshments and kid-friendly activities.

The event also provides an opportunity for residents to visit the new Water Utility Training Center, conveniently located along the popular Fox River Trail. Street parking is available along South Adams Street during the community event.

The Go Big Green Bay 2050 Comprehensive Plan will serve as the city’s roadmap for land use, transportation, housing, economic development, and community facilities over the next 25 years. For more information about the comprehensive plan and upcoming meetings, visit www.gobiggreenbay.com.

Bank First to Host Free Shredding Event on Saturday, September 13

HOWARD, WI – Bank First (NASDAQ: BFC) will host a FREE Shred Event at 1951 Shawano Avenue in Howard on Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon. While this event is free and open to the public, Bank First is requesting that participants bring a non-perishable food donation in exchange for each bag of personal documents shredded. All food donations will go to area food pantries.

Shred Events are a great opportunity to protect your identity while giving back to the community. With the risk of identity theft and fraud becoming more prevalent today, Bank First is proud to offer community residents a way to properly dispose of personal documents while also giving back to local food pantries. All types of sensitive documentation, including old tax returns, bank and credit card statements, medical records, etc., will be accepted for shredding.

Confidential Records, an AAA-certified shredding company, will provide a mobile shredding unit to destroy all personal and confidential documents. The company employs licensed and bonded document destruction specialists and guarantees the secure removal of destroyed documents.

Businesses are asked to refrain from participating in this event to ensure enough shredding space is available for the public. The event will be held rain or shine.

For more information about Bank First, visit www.bankfirst.com.

Info Session on Skillbridge Military Hiring Program to be Held September 17th

NEW NORTH, August 26, 2025 – New North Inc. has partnered with Centergy Inc., the economic development organization for Central Wisconsin, to offer a virtual event targeted to area companies interested in hiring transitioning service members. The information session – Sept. 17 from 12-1 p.m. – will introduce employers, human resources professionals and community leaders to the Skillbridge program of the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD).

Skillbridge provides service members with the opportunity to gain valuable civilian work experience with specific industry training, apprenticeships or internships during their last 180 days of military service. Employers receive access to a pipeline of high-skilled, mission-driven talent at no cost.

“We have found that transitioning service members can be an excellent source of top-tier talent for companies within the New North region,” says Rebecca Deschane, vice president of talent development for New North Inc, the regional marketing and economic development corporation serving the 18 counties of Northeast Wisconsin. “Veterans provide strong leadership, discipline, teamwork and advanced technical expertise to their employer.

“Through Skillbridge, veterans receive a course of learning prior to military service completion that allows them to quickly move into meaningful career pathways. We encourage anyone looking to create a pipeline of military talent to learn more through the virtual session in September.”

Interested parties can register for the Skillbridge virtual event at https://www.simpletix.com/e/introduction-to-the-skillbridge-platform-tickets-232960.

Additional information on Skillbridge and other programs dedicated to hiring transitioning service members can be found on the New North website at https://www.thenewnorth.com/veteran-skilling-programs/.

WHAT: Virtual introduction to Skillbridge hiring platform

WHEN: Tuesday, September 17, 2025

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

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New North, Inc., is a 501(c)3 non-profit, regional economic development corporationfostering collaboration among private and public sector leaders throughout the 18 counties of Northeast Wisconsin, known as the New North region. The New North brand unites the region both internally and externally around talent development, brand promotion and business development, signifying the collective economic power behind the 18 counties. The counties include Brown, Calumet, Door, Florence, Fond du Lac, Green Lake, Kewaunee, Manitowoc, Marinette, Marquette, Menominee, Oconto, Outagamie, Shawano, Sheboygan, Waupaca, Waushara and Winnebago. www.thenewnorth.com

Emplify Health by Bellin, Children’s Wisconsin Showcase New Facility

ASHWAUBENON, Wis. – Emplify Health by Bellin, along with partner Children’s Wisconsin, is proud to announce the opening of a new facility designed to meet the health care needs of children throughout Northeast and Central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. This unique-to-our-region building will house many of Emplify Health by Bellin’s pediatric primary care and behavioral health services and Adolescent Team, along with specialty services provided by Children’s Wisconsin and Emplify Health by Bellin experts.

The Emplify Health by Bellin Children & Adolescent Center will house an array of services that can meet the unique and specialized needs of children ages 0 – 22. Located within the center, the Children’s Wisconsin Ashwaubenon Clinic will provide additional specialty care closer to home, for area kids and teens. Located at 2550 S. Ashland Ave., the center and clinic will begin seeing patients Tuesday, Aug. 26.

“Our goal was to provide a space for our children to receive care that meets their needs while being enjoyable and comfortable for all abilities,” said Dr. Sherri Hoyman, Emplify Health by Bellin Pediatrician. “The convenience of having many services under one roof means less travel time for families and better coordination of care.”

The Emplify Health by Bellin Children & Adolescent Center and Children’s Wisconsin Ashwaubenon Clinic are part of the Connected for Kids partnership between Emplify Health by Bellin, Children’s Wisconsin and ThedaCare. Aimed at improving the health and well-being of children and adolescents in our regions, the partnership allows focused coordination, closer alignment and resource investments between the health systems.

Within the Children & Adolescent Center, Emplify Health by Bellin will offer specialized services such as behavioral health, adolescent care and audiology, as well as a child life specialist and room, disordered eating services, life skills apartment, pediatric lab, sensory room, all-abilities sensory gym and playground.

“We are excited to introduce the area’s first EOS machine, which provides low-radiation full body imaging,” added Dr. Hoyman. “The center will also house a Kitten Scanner, which is a fun way for kids to be more involved with their health care by allowing them to perform their own MRI or CT scans on their stuffed animals. This helps them ease their fears before their own scans take place.”

Children’s Wisconsin will be offering several specialty services including cardiology, endocrinology, GI, hematology, nephrology, urology, therapies, surgery, complex care and more.

“We want our Wisconsin kids to be the healthiest in the nation, and we know we can’t do it alone,” said Dr. Matthew Buelow, Medical Director of the Northeast Region of Children’s Wisconsin. “By working alongside our Connected for Kids partner, Emplify Health by Bellin, we can further improve the health and wellbeing of our children.”

“The center and clinic will offer great expertise — and a great experience,” added Dr. Hoyman. “This facility will not only provide top quality health care, but also make receiving care enjoyable for our kids and their families. We can’t wait to get started.”

To schedule an appointment with your Emplify Health by Bellin provider, please visit bellin.org. For Children’s Wisconsin appointments, please visit childrenswi.org.

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About Emplify Health by Bellin

Formed in December 2022, Emplify Health is a not-for-profit, patient-centered, community-focused healthcare network with headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Emplify Health has nearly 15,000 employees, including more than 1,000 clinicians, in 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinic locations in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Upper Michigan, and Iowa. With community partners, Emplify Health strives to lead local, regional and national healthcare transformation to enrich individuals for their healthiest lives at every stage. Learn more at bellin.org and gundersenhealth.org.

About Children’s Wisconsin

Children’s Wisconsin is the region’s only independent health care system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. The hospital, with locations in Milwaukee and Neenah, Wisconsin, is recognized as one of the leading pediatric health care centers in the United States. It is ranked among the top pediatric hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report’s 2024-25 Best Children’s Hospitals report. Children’s Wisconsin provides primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, mental and behavioral health care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. In 2024, Children’s invested more than $189 million in the community to improve the health status of children through medical care, advocacy, education and pediatric medical research. Children’s achieves its mission in part through donations from individuals, corporations and foundations and is proud to be a member of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

About Connected for Kids

Connected for Kids is a pediatric partnership between Emplify Health by Bellin, Children’s Wisconsin and ThedaCare. It is aimed at improving health and well-being for children and adolescents in Northeast and Central Wisconsin, as well as the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The partnership is making meaningful impacts through focused coordination, closer alignment and resource investments.

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