The Oconto County Historical Society will host its annual pie and ice cream social and elegant junque sale from noon to 3 p.m. June 8 at the Beyer Home & Carriage Museum, 915 Park Ave., Oconto. “Elegant junque” means slightly used (or new) items donated for sale.

Joel’s Reel Inn, 400 Holtwood Way, Oconto, is once again hosting its free outdoor movie series, bringing families, friends and neighbors together under the stars for a season of classic films, themed fun and community spirit. Organized by Sue Anderson, the series is held in honor of her late son, Joel, as a way to keep his memory alive through laughter, togetherness and community connection. “This is my way to remember Joel and give back to a com

The city of Shawano has a five-year public works capital improvement project plan, even though it is subject to change, according to Mike Mahloch, public works director. The plan lists street projects between now and 2029 that are estimated to total almost $7.2 million. This year alone includes projects estimated at $868,500.

Shawano County supervisors approved a pair of resolutions May 28 that, if approved by state lawmakers, would see more money flowing from Madison to Shawano and other county seats. “The state should be paying their share of like DHS programs, land conservation,” said Tom Kautza, county board chairman.

The Shawano County Historical Society will hold its 17th annual Rhubarb Fest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 21 at Heritage Park, 524 N. Franklin St., Shawano. On this day, the main attraction is rhubarb. Participants will get to taste it in a variety of bake sale items, including pies, tortes, cakes, muffins, cookies and breads — all homemade by dedicated volunteers.

The village of Bonduel has been accepted into the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation’s (WEDC) Connect Communities Program, an initiative that works with communities to advance downtown and historic commercial corridor revitalization efforts. Bonduel is one of seven communities that will join the program this fall, bringing the total number of participants to 101. The Connect Communities Program was launched in January 2013.

How long Jacob Rudnick will spend in prison for three counts of sexual assault is a question whose answer has been pushed back two months. Rudnick, 31, pleaded guilty in January to a felony count of third-degree sexual assault and two counts of misdemeanor fourth-degree sexual assault. His sentencing hearing was scheduled for May 28 but had to be rescheduled for 1:30 p.m.

For Patrick Firgens, being a gay man living on the Menominee Reservation was something he’s always known. However, there is another aspect to his life: being two-spirit. The term two-spirit did not exist when Firgens was born 52 years ago.

Farmers and country neighbors pitch in, noticing when there’s something amiss — sometimes without even asking, stop and offer help. It’s heartwarming and appreciated beyond words. Mowing lawn, I glanced down at my cell and noticed a call from my husband, who was chisel plowing in a field about a mile from the farm. My heart sunk.