Summer Guide

Summer Guide

by Jim Collar It could be argued that there are few better places in the world to spend the summer months than right here in Wisconsin. Certainly, the winter months leave some of us questioning our residency. Though in the summer, our key challenge is figuring out how...
Getting Up-Close With Animals

Getting Up-Close With Animals

by Tim Froberg Zoo visits are part of summer fun in Wisconsin. Zoos offer a combination of conservation, education, and entertainment, providing visitors with a unique opportunity to connect with the animal kingdom in a safe, accessible setting. They appeal to people...
Helping Heal Old Wounds

Helping Heal Old Wounds

by Tim Froberg LOCAL ORGANIZATION MAKING A DIFFERENCE FOR VETERANS Military veterans often need closure, peer support, reflection, and validation to heal emotional wounds that linger long after their days of service. Missions of Honor helps them achieve that. The...
Appleton to Host Apple Blossom Festival

Appleton to Host Apple Blossom Festival

by Tim Froberg Appleton sounds like a town known for its apple production. That’s not really the case, but if the hard work of the Smith family comes to fruition, Appleton could one day be known as the Apple Blossom City. Babs Smith, her husband Michael, and son...