Finally Fresh is a new produce market in Shawano, the first permanent market in the city in recent memory.

“The Play That Goes Wrong” is back for one final weekend of epic disasters, absurd accidents and laugh-until-you-cry moments.

The Abrams Spotlight Productions Inc. comedy had audiences howling earlier this season, and now’s the last chance to see what everyone’s talking about. From collapsing sets to disappearing props, nothing goes according to plan. That’s exactly why it’s so much fun.

Filling up the shopping cart with healthier grocery options can be a breeze, according to a ThedaCare health coach.

Carey Grieves understands the challenges of healthy eating and healthy grocery shopping.

“Some products are made to keep you wanting to eat more,” she said. “They’re also heavily marketed and wrapped in eye-catching packaging that’s featured in prominent locations throughout the store.”

Boost the bee and pollinator appeal of your lawn by incorporating microclover, self-heal, creeping thyme, crocus, grape hyacinths and other bee-friendly flowering plants in your lawn. You’ll create and enjoy a carpet of green with splashes of color and one that requires less ongoing maintenance. The pollinators will benefit from the nutritious sources of nectar and pollen your bee lawn provides.

They say we learn from our mistakes. Lord knows I’ve had my share of “learning opportunities” both in and out of my birding adventures. I’d like to share one embarrassing experience with you in the spirit that you may be spared from learning this one the hard way. Please don’t laugh — too hard.

Rainbow Valley Rides will once again operate the midway rides at the 2025 Shawano County Fair.

Rides will be running from 6-10 p.m. Aug. 27, from 5-10 p.m. Aug. 28 and Aug. 29, from noon to 11 p.m. Aug. 30 and Aug. 31, and from noon to 5 p.m. Sept. 1.

Buy a wristband for $25 and get unlimited rides from 5-10 p.m. Aug. 28 and Aug. 29, and from noon to 5 p.m. Aug. 31 and Sept. 1.