Marinette News

A 79-year-old man was killed in a two-vehicle crash this week on Marinette County A, according to the Marinette County Sheriff's Department.

Wendell Wilke never worked on a commercial fishing tug out of Algoma, but certainly nobody ever took more photographs of them than he did.

In response to strong public and political displeasure, Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development last week announced it has reversed an earlier decision to no longer participate in the Marinette Job ...

Marinette County authorities identify the man killed when his car collided with a methanol tanker.

Theatre on the Bay will present the musical "Grease" in eight performances at the University of Wisconsin-Marinette's Herbert L. Williams Theatre starting Friday.

TOWN OF AMBERG -- A semi-tanker truck and passenger vehicle collided nearly head-on this afternoon on U.S. 141 in Marinette County, killing one person in the vehicle and forcing a hazardous materials alert ...

GREEN BAY (WFRV) - The Green Bay Packers Thursday unveiled the newest addition to Packers training camp at Lambeau Field: the Tundra Tailgate Zone. A free attraction at camp, the 46,000-square foot area in the parking lot on the stadium’s east side, which includes three climate-controlled tents, will house an entertainment area with a main stage, the Kemps Packers Experience, and a food and beverage area. “We’re excited to enhance our training camp experience with the Tundra Tailgate Zone,” said Packers President/CEO Mark Murphy. “Attending training camp is among the most enjoyable experiences for a Packers fan, and we’re committed to improving it. The Tundra Tailgate Zone and its features will add to the festive environment that exists between Clarke Hinkle Field and Lambeau Field.” The new area will make its debut at the July 24 Green Bay Packers Annual Meeting of Shareholders, hosting an exclusive tailgate party for Shareholders attending the meeting. It then will be open for training camp from July 28 through Aug. 20, with occasional closings based on the team’s practice schedule, games, etc. The main feature of the Tundra Tailgate Zone will be scheduled activities on the main stage, including player autograph sessions for younger fans, alumni autograph and question-and-answer sessions, special guest speeches, jersey giveaways, live bands and other performances. The activities will be scheduled for appropriate times before or after team practices. The Kemps Packers Experience will be the new home of the activity area for younger Packers fans that has been a popular staple of training camp for years. Young fans can enjoy inflatable football games and participate in several skills challenges. The food and beverage area will offer an array of choices, including favorite tailgate-type foods fans can expect to find at Lambeau Field, as well as many other offerings. The Tundra Tailgate Zone also will be utilized during the regular season, with more details available near the end of training camp. A full schedule for the Tundra Tailgate Zone highlighting all its options is available online at www.packerstrainingcamp.com  The Web site also features an all-encompassing visitors’ guide to training camp. Daily practice schedules and information about other attractions at Lambeau Field are available, including the Packers Pro Shop, Packers Hall of Fame, Lambeau Field Stadium Tours and dining options.

Sitting by the side of a pool in sunny Nashville, where she recently moved to pursue her dream of a singing career, Marinette native Jessica Plansky answered her cell phone to talk about returning to the stage ...

The Marinette County Sheriff Department responded to a two vehicle accident on Friday, July 11 at 12:22 p.m. at Hwy.

The Oconto Legion baseball team upset favored Marinette here last Thursday, 5-4, winning on a bases loaded walk to Brandon Bodart in the bottom of the 7th inning.

The Village of Coleman and Town of Pound are considering the possibility of establishing a joint court system, much like the one set up by City of Peshtigo and towns of Peshtigo, Porterfield and Grover.

A memorial service was held on Monday, July 7, at Zion Lutheran Church, Marinette at 11 a.m. for Phil Arnold Johnson, 57, of 226 Ogden St., Marinette.

Lawrence Raymond Salewsky, 84, of 1200 Northland Terrace Lane, Marinette, passed away Wednesday, July 9, at the Luther Home after a long battle with Huntington's Disease.

Speeders tooling down Highway 41 this summer are more likely to get a ticket due to stepped up traffic enforcement.

Four instructors from Northeast Wisconsin Technical College in Marinette received the Patriot Award from the National Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve.

Pride in being an American, freedom, family gatherings - and fireworks - are what Northeastern Wisconsin residents will be thinking about today as the nation celebrates its independence.

Get Wiggly with your toddler to favorite tunes by these internationally-popular children's entertainers -- Sam, Murray, Jeff, Anthony, and some of their friends! The Wiggles are coming to the Resch Center on ...

Police officers from 25 law enforcement agencies are patrolling for speeders today along the 170-mile stretch of U.S. 41 from Menominee Falls to Marinette.

A new 87-room Country Inn & Suites by Carlson has opened at 2020 Old Peshtigo Road.

The Green Bay Blue Jays took third at the Marinette Firecracker tournament this past weekend.