The Casimir Pulaski Days celebration will not be held in 2027, organizers announced following an April 22 meeting. While this longstanding community tradition will not take place next year, the organization is leaving the door open for its return in the future.

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin announced she successfully pushed the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to approve the transfer of Newcap grants to other capable and qualified organizations.

The transfer of funding will ensure that the 134 Wisconsin families Newcap served can continue receiving housing support, she said.

With the public comment period now closed, support from state and local elected leaders is reinforcing momentum behind the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin’s proposed Hard Rock Casino and Hotel project in Kenosha.

The support also underscores that the Environmental Assessment provides a complete and sufficient record for federal decision‑making.

Wisconsin’s 11 tribal nations can now reap the benefits of increased gaming revenues by offering online sports betting, thanks to Gov. Tony. Evers signing Assembly Bill 601 in April.

NorthLakes Community Clinic in Oconto is partnering with the Oconto Area Humane Society to host a Gather & Give community event from 4:30-6 p.m. May 20 at the NorthLakes clinic, 155 Memorial Drive, Oconto. The event is sponsored by Molina Healthcare.

Names of students listed on the honor roll for Oconto Falls for the third quarter of the 2025-26 year have been announced.

Highest Honors

Seniors: Paige Burt, Abigail Clausen, Natalie Rieth.

Juniors: Landon Delfosse, Norah Jahnke.

Sophomores: Lillian Mielke, Kathryn Moody.