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Chain to Main News for Tuesday, October 13th
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Chain to Main News for Monday, November 12th.
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Chain to Main News for Friday, October 9th
With your local Waupaca news for this Friday, October 9th, I'm Durant Popple. The 6th annual 715 Harvest fest is tomorrow. Starting at 10am, this event will be taking place on Highway QQ between the harbor bar and king road. Consequently, QQ will be closed during this event. It will be a fun filled fall day full of food, family fun, local shopping, and live music; all while supporting the Waupaca county Dive and rescue team. There will be over 50 vendors featuring pop up shops, makers, artists, home and garden, kids activities, produce, jewelry, BBQ, beer and cocktails, and plenty more, in addition to the 20+ local businesses. Parking is available at the Harbor lots and Veterans Home, with a shuttle service. Tomorrow also marks the start of a new exhibit in the library's lower level exhibit room. This exhibit will feature the works of artist Kevin Knopp. All are invited to an opening reception in the exhibit room on the 14th, starting at 6pm, then moving to the Grand National lounge at 8 with live music by 3 Clowns No Circus. This exhibit will run through December 5th. For more information on this and future exhibits, you can visit the library's website at Waupaca library dot org. The United Nations has declared that 2026 is the international year of the woman farmer. The Wisconsin farmers union will be celebrating with Women Farmers Day. This will be taking place Saturday, October 17th, 2-6pm at the Stayer Dining Room at Marian University in Fond Du Lac. This statewide gathering is open to all women, including farmers, agricultural advocates, community leaders, and land stewards, and will spotlight the essential roles women play across agrifood systems, from production to trade, while often going unrecognized. Registration for this event closes Monday. For more information, including the agenda or to register, you can visit their website at Wisconsin farmers union dot com slash events. That's your local news update, you can always get your news on air or online with your favorite podcast platform. Get started at Waupaca dot podbean dot com.
Chain to Main Local News - Thursday, October 8, 2026
Waupaca City Council Tuesday evening approved the hiring of the city’s next Parks and Recreation Director. Kaylee Boltz will join the city beginning November 2nd to fill the role vacated by Laura Colbert when she transitioned to City Administrator. Kaylee is a Waupaca native who is presently following her career in Colorado. The Waupaca Senior Center will see a modest increase in annual membership fees for 2027. Waupaca City Council approved to raise resident memberships from 25 to 28 dollars and non-resident memberships from 50 to 57 dollars. Officials say this modest increase would help offset rising operating and program costs while supporting services, staffing, equipment, and supplies. The change is expected to generate about 8,000 dollars in additional annual revenue. The Waupaca Senior Center hit a record in membership levels this year, surpassing 800 members. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is highlighting International Bat Week, October 24th through 31st, and the important role bats play in the state's ecosystems. Four of Wisconsin’s eight bat species are listed as threatened, with populations hit hard by white-nose syndrome. However, DNR surveys show little brown bat numbers are rebounding at some hibernation sites. Biologists say protecting bats benefits farmers, forests, and even helps reduce mosquito populations during the summer months.
715 Harvest Fest
Good News Waupaca 10.7.26
Franki Moscato-CEC Halloween Gala & More
Good News Waupaca 10.7.26
Chain to Main Local News - Wednesday, October 7, 2026
The Waupaca Community Arts Board is launching a new monthly music series called “The Opening,” bringing acclaimed touring musicians from around the world to Central Wisconsin. The program will feature adventurous and diverse performances at the intimate Woodpile Foundation Performance Hall inside the Waupaca Community Arts Hub. Organizers say the series aims to expand musical horizons while also supporting student workshops, working musicians, and local businesses. Artists who typically perform in major concert halls and festivals are set to headline the first two events, offering audiences a rare close-up concert experience right in Waupaca. Details found facebook.com/theopeningwi. The Waupaca City Plan Commission meets this afternoon at 5:15pm in the City Council Chambers lower level of Waupaca City Hall. On the agenda this evening is a rezoning of the Waupaca Curling Club and a Site Plan Review for Thedacare Medical Center – Waupaca. The meeting is open to the public and agenda posted online at City of Waupaca dot org. Lastly, it’s banned books week at the Waupaca Area Public Library. Patrons may stop in to see displays of banned or challenged books and learn about the freedom to read. Banned books week runs through October 10th.
Chain to Main News for Tuesday, October 6th
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Chain to Main News for Monday, October 5th.
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Chain to Main News for Friday, October 2nd
With your local Waupaca news for this Friday, October 2nd, I'm Durant Popple. The Chain o Lakes 15th annual blues festival is taking place tonight and tomorrow. Taking place at the ICC, events start tonight at 6pm, featuring the Alex Wilson band, followed by Reverend Raven. Tomorrow beginning at 2 will feature Michael Murphy and the Mob, the Jay Edward Band, Mama Ginger and the Red Hots, followed by Lil' Ed and the Blues Imperials. A shuttle will be running to the event from the Ramada, Comfort Suites, Deer Haven Camp, Crystal River Inn, and the Econolodge. You must be 21 or older to attend. Tickets may not necessarily be available at the door, but can be purchased from the chamber through their website, Waupaca chamber dot com. Hidden Studios, Art along the Ice Age trail is a tour of working art studios in central Wisconsin. Traveling along the ice age trail, 9 art studios are featured where you can meet the artists, enjoy live demonstrations, shop unique artworks directly from the creators, and just enjoy the drive in the central Wisconsin's fall coloring. The studios are open for touring today and tomorrow, 10am until 5, and Sunday 10am until 4. Information including the list of studios and a map their locations can be found online at hidden studios art tour dot com. Tomorrow at 11, the library will be hosting a snack and learn titled Bringing Dino-birds to Life, as presented by Uwe Bergmann. The snacks will be provided by the Gouda Life. Bergmann will talk about trying to disentangle the chemical remains of the most iconic dino-bird fossils using powerful X-Rays, including the archaeopteryx, and what we can learn about the life of these amazing creatures. This event is free and open to the public; these details and more can be found on the library's website, Waupaca library dot org. Finally, the Waupaca county annual tree sale has begun. A bunch of varieties are available, including Lilac, Poplar, Tamarack, Birch, and many others. Trees come in bundles of 25, with some varieties having discounts when purchased in bundles of 100. Trees will be available for pickup at the Waupaca county fairgrounds around late April to early May. Purchases can be made online through the county's website, Waupaca county dash W I dot gov, where you can also get a paper form if you'd rather. Orders placed by mail are not guaranteed as quantities change often. If you have questions on this process, you may call them at 715 258 6245. That's your local news update, you can always get your news on air or online with your favorite podcast platform. Get started at Waupaca dot Podbean dot com.
Chain to Main Local News - Thursday, October 1, 2026
The Waupaca School District is seeking community input through a new Strategic Planning Task Force. District leaders plan to select about 30 to 40 participants representing students, staff, and community stakeholders to help shape priorities for the district's long-range plan. Meetings are scheduled at Waupaca High School, beginning with a light dinner at 5:30 p.m. and continuing with discussion and small group work until about 8:30 p.m. The initiative is being promoted under the theme, “Better Together,” emphasizing collaboration in planning for the district’s future. To register your interest, complete a short survey surveymonkey.com/r/waupacaplanning. The Waupaca Parks and Recreation Board meets this afternoon 5:15pm in Council Chambers lower level of Waupaca City Hall. On the agenda this afternoon are a review of department reports, recreation program update and senior center membership fee increase. The meeting is open to the public and agenda posted online at City of Waupaca dot org. Lastly, as we enter October today, October is Fire Prevention Month, and the Waupaca Fire Department is encouraging residents to review important fire safety measures at home. The department recommends replacing batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, ensuring fire extinguishers are available in garages, and reviewing family evacuation plans with a designated meeting place. Officials say taking these simple steps can help prevent emergencies and improve safety for households throughout the community.
Chain to Main Local News - Wednesday, September 30, 2026
City of Waupaca Parks enter the off season after today. This means park amenities such as bathrooms will be closed after today, park shelters are no longer reservable and may be available on a first-come, first-serve basis and the splashpad has closed for the year. Parks are still open and can be enjoyed year-round. The Waupaca Area Public Library will host a special Snack and Learn program this Saturday at 11 a.m. titled “Bringing Dino-Birds to Life.” Speaker Uwe Bergmann will explore how scientists use powerful X-rays to study fossilized dinosaur-birds, and what those discoveries reveal about the origins and evolution of modern birds. The Hidden Studios Art Tour returns to central Wisconsin this Friday through Sunday, offering a self-guided journey through nine working artist studios across the region. More than 25 artists will showcase their work, host demonstrations, and discuss their creative process while visitors take in the area's fall colors. The tour runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at locations throughout the Waupaca area. Details found online at hiddenstudiosarttour.com.
Chain to Main News for Tuesday, September 29th
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Waupaca Library Table of Contents Epidsode 31
Bones, Hides, and Haunting Stories! Happy Halloween everyone! What does the library have to get you in the Halloween mood?
Chain to Main News for Monday, September 28th.
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Chain to Main News for Friday, September 25th
With your local Waupaca news for this Friday, September 25th, I'm Durant Popple. The annual water main flushing for the city of Waupaca will be taking place this coming week. This routine maintenance will help remove naturally occurring mineral deposits such as iron from the water distribution system, and will improve water quality and the reliability of the system. Flushing will occur from 7am until 3pm. Residents are advised to limit water use during these times to avoid drawing discolored water into the home. If you get discolored water, stop using the water and wait 45 minutes, then run only cold water until the water becomes clear. Questions on this process can be directed to the water department by calling them at 715 258 44 20. Waupaca's celebration of Bach continues through this weekend. This evening will have Bach in the Brewery at H H Hinder at 6:30; featuring Stanislav Venglevski, world renowned Bayan accordion virtuoso. Tomorrow between 10:30 and 2:30, Bach family fun day at the arts hub. Activities include t-shirt printing, sheet music craft, Bach-inspired pottery painting, baroque music by Stas, life of Bach story time, classical music presentation, Bach concert and more. Finally, on Sunday starting at 6:30 at St Mary's church, the Bach festival chamber orchestra performance, featuring the central Wisconsin symphony orchestra, as well as cupcakes and wine. Sunday's event is the only one requiring a ticket. More information, including a schedule of events and opportunity for tickets can be found online at Waupaca arts dot org. The Waupaca library has a monthly first look book sale on the 4th Saturday of the month, which happens to be tomorrow. From 9am until 1 in the lobby between the library and city hall, this sale features all new additions of books, movies, and puzzles before they are placed in the book sale room. These details are also available on the library's website, Waupaca library dot org. That's your local news update, you can always get your news on air or online with your favorite podcast platform. Get started at Waupaca dot Podbean dot com.
Chain to Main Local News - Thursday, September 24, 2026
The City of Waupaca’s new AV Studio at the Waupaca Business Center officially opens to the public tomorrow. Funded in part by Fox Valley Technical College, the studio offers professional tools for podcasting, virtual meetings, music production, audiobook recording, video and photo creation, audio editing, and even converting VHS tapes and cassette recordings to digital formats. The studio is located inside the Waupaca Business Center and is available by reservation through Rec Desk at WaupacaRec.com or by calling the Business Center at 715-258-4435. State Senator Rachael Ca-bral-Gue-vara will host a public listening session this evening at the Waupaca Library. Community members are invited to share concerns, ideas, and feedback on issues affecting the area. The session runs from 6 to 8 p.m. in Meeting Room A. The event is open to the public. The Waupaca Bach Festival continues this week with a series of concerts, educational programs, and family activities celebrating the music of Johann Sebastian Bach. This evening at 7pm features a free community concert at Trinity Lutheran Church. The festival wraps up Saturday with family activities and a chamber concert featuring the Central Wisconsin Symphony Orchestra. Details and tickets online at Waupaca Arts dot org. An exhibit celebrating 20 years of Arts on the Square is now on display at the Waupaca Area Public Library. The exhibit highlights the history, projects, and community impact of the event through the years and was created in partnership with the Waupaca Community Arts Board. The free public exhibit runs through October 3 during regular library hours.
Chain to Main Local News - Wednesday, September 23, 2026
The 115th Fighter Wing will conduct evening training flights Monday through Thursday, shifting its usual daytime operations to nighttime hours and wrapping up around 10 p.m. The wing says the training is necessary to ensure airmen remain prepared to operate in all conditions. Flight paths will continue to be used that are designed to reduce noise impacts for area residents. The Waupaca Bach Festival continues this week with a series of concerts, educational programs, and family activities celebrating the music of Johann Sebastian Bach. On Wednesday, Music and Wine Intertwine with Nell Buchman! At the Arts Hub. Thursday features a free community concert at Trinity Lutheran Church, while Friday brings an accordion performance by Stas Veng-lev- ski at H.H. Hinder Brewing Company. The festival wraps up Saturday with family activities and a chamber concert featuring the Central Wisconsin Symphony Orchestra. Details and tickets online at Waupaca Arts dot org. Lastly, The Waupaca County Aging and Disability Resource Center is seeking volunteer drivers to help deliver meals to local seniors through its home-delivered meals program. Officials say there is a critical need for volunteers, with delivery routes taking about an hour to complete. The program offers flexible scheduling, allowing volunteers to participate when it fits their availability. For questions or to volunteer the phone number is 715-942-1900.
Chain to Main News for Tuesday, September 22nd
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Chain to Main News for Monday, September 21st
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Bach Fest 2026-Marci
Good News Waupaca 9.16.26
Chain to Main News for Friday, September 18th
With your local Waupaca news for this Friday, September 18th, I'm Durant Popple. Tomorrow, starting at 9am is the annual fall-o-rama. This year, it will be taking place inside the Rec Center, but will still contain craft and vendor booths, food trucks, line dancers, live music and animals, magic performances, firefighters and the jaws of life, and plenty more. Proceeds from this event go to Friends of Waupaca Parks. For more details or to join the vendor waiting list, you can visit the Friends website at friends of Waupaca parks dot com. Also tomorrow, the Waupaca library adult book club meets to discuss "The unlikely pilgrimage of Harold Fry", by Rachel Joyce. The discussion takes place in the Library's conference room at 10am, or over Zoom. The next book to be discussed is John Green's book, "Everything is Tuberculosis". More information, including the Zoom link, can be found online at Waupaca library dot org. The annual water main flushing for the city of Waupaca will be taking place this coming week. This routine maintenance will help remove naturally occurring mineral deposits such as iron from the water distribution system, and will improve water quality and the reliability of the system. Flushing will occur from the 20th to the 24th, 10pm to 6am; and the following week 7am until 3pm. Residents are advised to limit water use during these times to avoid drawing discolored water into the home. If you get discolored water, stop using the water and wait 45 minutes, then run only cold water until the water becomes clear. Questions on this process can be directed to the water department by calling them at 715 258 44 20. That's your local news update, you can always get your news on air or online with your favorite podcast platform. Get started at Waupaca dot Podbean dot com.
Manawa Fire Dept, Sportsman's Bash-Josh
Good News Waupaca 9.16.26
Waupaca Fall-O-Rama moved inside.
Good News Waupaca 9.16.26
Chain to Main Local News - Thursday, September 17, 2026
The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Waupaca County is seeking volunteer drivers for its Home Delivered Meal Program. ADRC officials say the service provides meals to local seniors, but more volunteers are needed to meet community demand. Delivery routes take about an hour, with flexible scheduling available for those helping serve older residents across Waupaca. Waupaca County’s Planning and Zoning meeting will be held this evening at Waupaca’s Recreation Center. It starts at 5pm. They will cover selected revisions to Chapter 34 of Waupaca County’s Zoning Ordinance. This meeting was rescheduled from a previous meeting with overflowing capacity. It is expected that a large crowd will be present since the revisions to the zoning code include defining Data Centers. Those attending the meeting are asked to enter through the Recreation Center’s main entrance off the rear parking lot, parking is available at the Rec Center’s main and lower parking lots, on the street and at Trinity Lutheran Church. The Waupaca Historical Society will host a presentation on local author and educator Margaret Ashmun tonight. “A Visit with Margaret Ash-mun,” featuring Dr. Connie Haack-Hurl-but, will take place at the Holly History and Genealogy Center beginning at 6 p.m. The program will explore Ashmun’s life and literary contributions, with live period music also scheduled as part of the evening. Lastly, due to the forecast, Waupaca’s Fall-O-Rama will be held indoors on Saturday at the Waupaca Recreation Center.
Waupaca Library Film Series
Good News Waupaca 9.16.26
Fox Valley Literacy-Brian
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Chain to Main Local News - Wednesday, September 16, 2026
The Waupaca Senior Center is celebrating a major milestone during National Senior Center Month. The center, which serves adults age 50 and older with wellness, education, recreation, and social opportunities, has reached 800 members. Center leaders say the achievement reflects the growing value of the organization as a community resource, helping older adults stay active, connected, and independent. The Waupaca Library board meets this afternoon at 4:30pm in the Council Chambers lower level of Waupaca City Hall. The meeting which is open to the public will review department reports and statistics, and host a discussion and approval of the library’s 2027-2030 Long Range Plan. The meeting is open to the public and the agenda is posted online at Waupaca Library dot org. In other library news, tomorrow, the Waupaca Area Public Library’s Thursday Film Series returns with a screening of the 1939 classic The Cat and the Canary. The presentation begins at 1 p.m. and includes an introduction from the late Dr. Jack Rhodes, a classic cartoon selected by Maggie Thompson, and additional commentary from Steve Imm. A light lunch will also be provided. The City of Waupaca reminds the community about the new Telehealth Rooms available at the Waupaca Recreation Center. The free, private rooms feature internet access, a computer with teleconferencing software, and medical equipment available upon request, offering residents a convenient option for virtual healthcare visits. Located at 407 School Street, the service provides a secure space for online appointments while helping expand access to healthcare when unable to do so from home. Call the Recreation Center for details 715-258-4435.
Chain to Main News for Tuesday, September 15th
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Chain to Main News for Monday, September 14th
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Chain to Main News for Thursday, September 10th
With your local Waupaca news for this Thursday, September 10th, I'm Durant Popple. Construction season continues, but this time, it's a new lift station. To help in this process, South Bailey Street and Smith Street will be closed through Friday, September 18th; that's the street that runs behind the Goodwill. The closure is only in effect between the hours of 6am and 6pm; though the actual hours of construction will vary. The Waupaca County Law Enforcement Administrators Association, speaking for the county sheriff, the police for every city in the county, and the village of Iola; has announced the suspension of their use of Automated License Plate Reader cameras provided by Flock Safety. The decision followed a review of its data sharing practices, privacy considerations, and their ability to maintain control over information after leaving their respective agencies, among other concerns. Protecting sensitive information from unauthorized or unintended disclosure can compromise investigations, victims, witnesses, and create additional public safety concerns. The suspension is not a result of misconduct or misuse, and participating agencies will continue to monitor changes in law, privacy protections, accountability standards, and best practices involving license plate readers and similar technologies. To read the full document, it is posted to the Waupaca county sheriff and Waupaca police department facebook pages. The Waupaca arts hub is holding several more art classes this fall. Some of the offerings include a Maker of Dance for ages 8 to 12, Mini Makers & Me for toddlers and their caregivers, Homeschool art explorers for homeschool students, Art Fun Fall for 4k to 7, Kids Clay for 10 to 16 years old, Robotics for ages 10 to 14, Visual arts for ages 8 to 16, pastel art, Intro to handbuilding, digital art, fused glass wine charms, jewelry workshop, and a storytelling workshop. And these are just the ones with classes starting in September! A full list of classes as well as information on their tuition assistance program can be found on their website, Waupaca arts hub dot org. That's your local news update, you can always get your news on air or online with your favorite podcast platform. Get started at Waupaca dot Podbean dot com.
Chain to Main Local News - Wednesday, September 9th, 2026
Waupaca’s Halloween on Main Street returns Friday, October 30th, from 4 to 6 p.m. This family event will feature business trick-or-treating, Pumpkin Time on Main, a petting zoo, Touch-a-Truck, fire dancers, live music, food vendors, and more. Waupaca-area businesses and organizations interested in participating can find sign-up details under the event tab on the Waupaca Area Public Library Facebook page. Fall-O-Rama returns to Waupaca’s Upper South Park on Saturday, September 19th, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will feature 10 food trucks and stands, live music from Still Kickin, magician Don Vort, Kruzickis’ alpacas, Senior Line Dancers, the Waupaca Fire Department, and, new this year, a GO Riteway bus exploration. With food, entertainment, and activities for all ages, Fall-O-Rama promises a full day of fall fun in Waupaca! Lastly, the Waupaca County Sheriff’s Office is recognizing Sergeants Tony Amundson and Matt Stotzheim for 20 years of dedicated service. The Sheriff’s Office is also remembering Sergeant Russ Bytell, who began his career alongside them and whose service remains part of the Sheriff’s Office legacy. Congratulations to Tony and Matt on this milestone.
Chain to Main Local News - Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Waupaca Area Public Library will host its next Lunch and Learn program tomorrow at noon. Kennedy Carlson will speak about CAP Services and the organization's Family Crisis Center, highlighting resources and support available in the community. The event runs from noon until 1 p.m. and is part of the library's monthly Lunch and Learn series featuring local experts and community leaders. Registration is requested at WaupacaLibrary.org. The Waupaca Police and Fire Commission meets this afternoon at 4:30pm at the Waupaca Police Department. On the agenda are department reports, review of community engagement efforts and a closed session to discuss a personnel matter. The meeting is open to the public and the agenda is posted online at CityOfWaupaca.org. The Waupaca Area Chamber and Visitor Bureau is accepting nominations for its Prism Awards through September 25th. The awards recognize young professionals between the ages of 18 and 30 who demonstrate leadership, innovation, and community involvement in the Waupaca area. Nominees may live, work, or make a measurable impact locally, and candidates from all industries and backgrounds are eligible. Both self-nominations and nominations from others are being accepted. Details online at WaupacaChamber.com. Lastly, the Waupaca School Board of Education meets this afternoon at 5:15pm in the Community Room at the Waupaca High School. The meeting is open to the public and the agenda is posted online at WaupacaSchools.org.
Katy- Chain O'Lakes Bluesfest
Good News Waupaca 9.2.26
Janis & Carolyn-Shirley's Thrift Shop
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Casey-Colors of Memory Dementia Friendly Walk
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Erin-Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Central WI
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Chain to Main News for Friday, September 4th
With your local Waupaca news for this Friday, September 4th, I'm Durant Popple. This coming Monday is Labor Day, and observance of the holiday, some city services will have adjusted hours. The Waupaca Public Library will be closed tomorrow. Closures on Monday will include City Hall, the Rec Center, Senior Center, Recycling Center, the Library, and the Police Department's front office. City offices and services will return to normal operating hours on Tuesday the 8th. This information is also posted to the city's website, city of Waupaca dot org. The Waupaca Rotary club's annual Rocktoberfest is taking place this evening next to the Waupaca Library. Doors open at 5 this evening, and will feature live music with CJB Classics, german food from Schueller's, craft beers and wines, Hammerschlagen, 50/50 raffle, Arts Hub crafts, and a Hansel and Gretel costume contest. Tickets are available at the door or in advance from the Waupaca area chamber of commerce, Office Outfitters, or any rotary member. This information can be found on the Waupaca rotary's facebook page. The third annual Ogdensburg St. Lawrence car show and corn roast is taking place tomorrow. Starting at 9 at the Ogdensburg St. Lawrence Memorial Park, you can bring your car to show, partake in roast corn, visit local vendors, and enjoy trophies, raffles, 50/50, corn hole tournament, music, and plenty of family fun. More details, including a schedule of events can be found on the Ogdensburg St. Lawrence facebook page. Through the end of September, the teen volunteer agents at the Waupaca library will be holding a peanut butter drive. Donations to this drive will benefit the library's little free pantry. The goal is to collect at least 50 jars; if you wish to donate, you can drop off your peanut butter in the teen room in the library's lower level. If you have questions, you can visit their facebook page for more information, or call the library at 715 258 4414. That's your local news update, you can always get your news on air or online with your favorite podcast platform. Get started at Waupaca dot Podbean dot com.
Chain to Main Local News - Thursday, September 3, 2026
The Community Blood Center will hold a blood drive at the Waupaca Rec Center tomorrow. Donors can give blood from 8:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the facility located at 407 School Street. Organizers say blood donations help save lives and support patients in need throughout the region. The drive is part of the Community Blood Center’s ongoing effort to maintain a stable local blood supply. Appointments are preferred by calling 800-280-4102. Parking restrictions will be in place in downtown Waupaca beginning Thursday, September 3rd at 4 p.m. as crews prepare for the Waupaca Rotary Rocktoberfest event. Contractors will erect a large tent on the 100 block of East Fulton Street, with barricades set up at Main Street and Jefferson Street. Officials say the area will remain closed to traffic through Saturday, and businesses have been asked to keep employee and customer vehicles out of the affected block during that time. The Veterans Backyard Bash will return to the Waupaca County Fairgrounds in Weyauwega tomorrow and Saturday, raising support for local veterans. The two-day event features live music, food vendors, raffles, a silent auction, family activities, an ATV side-by-side parade, and a cornhole tournament. A special veterans ceremony is scheduled for Saturday afternoon, with the weekend culminating in a professional fireworks show Saturday night. Organizers say proceeds will benefit veterans and their families. Music kicks off at 6pm Friday and events begin at 9am Saturday. Lastly, the City of Waupaca Parks and Recreation board meets this afternoon at 5:15pm in the City Council Chambers lower level of Waupaca City Hall. On the agenda is a review of department reports, recreation program update and a 2027 Personnel Request. The meeting is open to the public and the agenda may be viewed online at CityOfWaupaca.org.
Chain to Main Local News - Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026
The City of Waupaca Plan Commission meets this afternoon at 5:15 p.m. in the council chambers in the lower level of Waupaca City Hall. On the agenda this afternoon is a rezoning request for property on Bowling Lane. The meeting is open to the public, and the agenda is posted online at cityofwaupaca.org. The City of Waupaca Parks and Recreation Department is offering a four-week technology series with Diane Doersch of Women in Technology Wisconsin, beginning Tuesday, September 8th at 1 p.m. in the new Waupaca Business Center. The first session will cover artificial intelligence, social media, and online scams. Registration is available at waupacarec.com under Programs, then Education. The Waupaca Area Public Library’s Teen Volunteer Agents are holding a peanut butter drive throughout the month of September to support the library’s Little Free Pantry. Community members can donate new, unopened jars of peanut butter of any brand. Donations will be accepted through September 30th in the Teen Room at the Waupaca Area Public Library.
Chain to Main News for Tuesday, September 1st.
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Chain to Main News for Monday, August 31st.
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Waupaca Library Table of Contents Podcast Episode 30
Victoria Houston is coming to the Waupaca Public Library! The Holy Land, Marcie living with the Dinosaurs, and Linda's name on the Statue of Liberty?!
Chain to Main Local News - Friday, August 27, 2026
We Energies service replacement work is scheduled to begin sometime this week or next week. Motorists should expect: • A one-day closure of Berlin St. between Park Ave. and Demarest Ave. • A lane shift from Shadow Woods Ln. to Lake St. • Temporary sidewalk panel removals in work areas. These measures are needed to locate shallow water mains before construction proceeds. Please see the attached traffic control plan and use caution when traveling through the area. Thank you! The City of Waupaca Business Center will host Technology: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, beginning September 8th at 1 p.m. The interactive series will cover topics including artificial intelligence, social media, online scams, cloud storage, digital photos, free apps, QR codes, and health care tools such as Epic and MyThedaCare. The opening session, AI, Social Media, and Scams, Oh My!, will focus on recognizing online threats, protecting personal information, and understanding how AI is shaping everyday life. The series continues September 15th, 22nd, and 29th. Register at www.waupacarec.com under Programs: Education. Earlier this week, the South Park beach was closed after testing found elevated levels of E. coli and coliform bacteria. New testing has since been completed, and water quality has improved to advisory levels. As a result, South Park Beach is now open to the public, although officials continue to encourage swimmers to use caution. The Waupaca Farmers Market returns tomorrow, bringing fresh local products and community connections to downtown Waupaca. Shoppers can browse a variety of vendor offerings, including fresh produce, baked goods, handcrafted items, and more. The weekly market continues to highlight local growers, makers, and small businesses while providing a gathering place for residents and visitors throughout the season. The market is scheduled for tomorrow 9am-1pm on Union Street next to City Hall.
Chain to Main Local News - Thursday, August 27, 2026
Waupaca Online is increasing internet speeds for customers across its service area without raising monthly rates. The City of Waupaca utility says the upgrades are the result of ongoing investments in network improvements and newer Wi-Fi 6 technology. Under the changes, Gold Tier customers will see speeds increase to up to 100 megabits per second download and 20 upload, while Silver and Bronze customers will also receive faster service. City officials say the upgrades reflect a major milestone in the network’s modernization efforts and aligns with updated federal broadband benchmarks. The Waupaca Police Department’s second annual Community Engagement Trap Shoot Fundraiser is set for Sunday, September 13th at the Waupaca Conservation League. The family-friendly event features trap shooting, raffle prizes, bucket raffles, food, refreshments, and added purse money for shooters. Organizers say raffle tickets are available now at the Waupaca Police Department, with additional prize baskets continuing to be added. Proceeds from the event support the department’s Community Engagement Committee and its efforts to strengthen local connections. Finally, the Waupaca Arts Hub is offering free admission through August 31st to its Create and Grow intergenerational play and makerspace at 515 School Street. The hands-on space brings together children and caregivers for creative art activities, sensory play, building projects, and open-ended discovery. Organizers say the welcoming environment is designed to encourage creativity, connection, and lifelong learning for all ages. Create and Grow is open Monday through Saturday with a variety of hours throughout the week. Details online Waupaca Arts Hub dot Org.
Chain to Main Local News - Wednesday, August 26, 2026
For those affected by flooding earlier this year, this is the final week for in-person FEMA assistance applications at the Disaster Recovery Center inside the New London Public Museum. The center is set to close Friday, August 28th, and the deadline for FEMA Individual Assistance applications is August 31st. Recovery officials say assistance will no longer be available after that date. Registration is now open for the Waupaca Area Public Library’s Lunch and Learn program featuring CAP Services. The event will take place Wednesday, September 9th, from noon to 1 p.m. and will feature information about CAP Services and its Family Crisis Center programs. A free lunch will be served, and registration is required online at [waupacalibrary.org] Lastly, the City of Waupaca has a number of employment opportunities available. The city is seeking a Community and Economic Development Director, Streets Laborer and an Internet, Customer Service, Media & Marketing Specialist. Details are available on the employment page at City of Waupaca dot org. Completed applications may be emailed to [email protected].
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