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Hello Green Bay! Autumn is softly making its way here, isn't it? One moment we’re still soaking up those warm summer nights, and the next we’re grabbing our sweatshirts and chatting about the Packers. This season truly feels special in this cozy corner of the world.

The air turns crisp, comfort foods become even more tempting, and you can feel a lively spirit across town, whether it’s a community gathering, a stroll through the market, or simply running into friendly faces.

For me, it’s a time to slow down, enjoy homemade comfort foods with loved ones, catch a game, and cherish these transitional days before winter arrives in full force. I hope as you explore this week's Buzz, you find something that brings a smile to your face or gives you one more reason to step out, connect, and enjoy everything our wonderful community has to offer.

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📰New Stories of the Week in Green Bay.

📌 Festival Foods Sold

After nearly 80 years, Festival Foods, a Wisconsin family favorite, has been sold. St. Louis–based Schnuck Markets, another family-run grocery chain, will take over 42 Festival stores plus 9 Hometown Grocers locations across the state.

👉 What to know:

• Stores will keep their Festival & Hometown names 🏷️

• No closures planned & headquarters in Onalaska/Green Bay will remain open

• Over 8,000 associates will join Schnucks’ family of 19,000 employees

• Community traditions (like the Turkey Trot & local event sponsorships) are expected to continue

This marks the end of three generations of Skogen family ownership, but both families say the merger keeps the community-first values alive.

📌The Green Bay City Council has officially approved the Fire Station Flats project.

A major redevelopment on the former Badger Sheet Metal site.

🏘️ The project will bring:

• 85 affordable housing units (for households earning 30–80% AMI)

• One commercial unit

• A new fire station + administrative offices

This transformative project is part of the city’s push to eliminate blight, revitalize brownfields, and support both public safety and housing needs. Construction could begin as early as spring/summer 2026.

📌De Pere Launches “De Pere Aware”

Out with the old, in with the new. De Pere has rebranded its neighborhood watch program as De Pere Aware. 🚨

The initiative goes beyond crime prevention. It’s about neighbors staying connected, looking out for each other, and building stronger community ties. The city is rolling out new signs across neighborhoods and has also introduced Community Policing Officers who work flexible schedules to respond to local needs.

Residents say the program helps create a safer, friendlier place to live:

Want to get involved? The city currently has about 20 neighborhood groups, and they’re open to starting more!

🤖 Robot Ultrasounds Coming to Wisconsin

Meet CODI, a collaborative medical robot with a flexible arm and camera “eyes” that can perform ultrasounds, guided remotely by a sonographer.

Prevea Health and TitletownTech are partnering with Canadian robotics company Cobionix to bring CODI to Wisconsin clinics.

Why it matters:

• Could expand access to care in rural communities

• Let’s patients get high-quality ultrasounds even if no sonographer is on-site

• Expected to begin rolling out in Wisconsin next year

This is cutting-edge healthcare tech happening right here in Green Bay!

☀️Thinking about solar power for your home? Now’s your chance to learn more AND save money!⚡

The Grow Solar – Green Bay program has been extended through October 30th. They are just one more household away from unlocking the next discount tier- let’s hit it together!

📅 Final Virtual Solar Power Hour
🕐 Thursday at 1 PM (on Zoom)
💻 Register here: growingsolar.org/greenbay-fox

Get all your questions answered and see if solar is right for you. 🌎💡

🤝 Good Neighbor Week is back!

📅 September 22–28, 2025 | Greater Green Bay

The 6th Annual Good Neighbor Week is your chance to connect, volunteer, and make a difference in our community. From home improvement projects to neighborhood celebrations, this week is all about lending a hand and building stronger connections.

✨ What’s happening this year:

• 11 home projects in Green Bay

• 5 projects in Allouez

• 2 projects in De Pere

• PLUS: Rock the Block with Habitat for Humanity joins the lineup!

All projects are completed at no cost to homeowners thanks to amazing volunteers & sponsors.

👉 Get involved: nwgreenbay.org/good-neighbor-week

🍕 Alive & Kickin’ Pizza Crust

Did you know one of Green Bay’s hidden gems is baking up dough that ends up in pizzerias all across the country?

Alive & Kickin’ Pizza Crust, a division of Port City Bakery, has been crafting custom pizza crusts and doughs since 1989, right here in Green Bay. 🙌

📍 1326 Cornell Rd, Green Bay
🔗 akcrust.com

Whether it’s a thin, crispy crust or a hearty pan-style base, they’ve perfected the art of the foundation that makes every great pizza.

🏡 Open House Alert – 1123 S Fisk St

📅 Thursday, Sept. 18 | Time TBD
📍 1123 S Fisk St, Green Bay, WI 54304

Charming 3 bed, 1 bath home (1,092 sqft) with a 1-car garage and a spacious lot, listed at $179,900. Built in 1948, this cozy single-family home is perfect for first-time buyers or anyone looking for a great location near Lambeau.

✨ Features:

• Affordable price point ($165/sqft)

• Classic layout with lots of potential

• Backyard space for entertaining

🔗 View listing on Realtor.com

🌟 Event of the Week: Experience Olde Main

📍 Olde Main Street District, Green Bay
📅 Thursday, Sept. 18 | 5–8 PM
Get ready to experience Olde Main in a whole new way! This one-night-only event turns the district into a choose-your-own-adventure of food, art, shopping, and fun.

✨ Here’s what you can expect:

• TASTE your way through local restaurants & bars

• TRY something new at art studios & creative spaces

• TREAT yourself at boutiques & salons

There’s no set route; wander at your own pace or hop on the trolley that loops the district. Plus, your ticket gives you exclusive specials, mini experiences, and the chance to win prizes!

🎟️ Tickets are going fast, grab yours here: Experience Olde Main

🎭 Let’s Make Props!

📅 Saturday, Sept. 20 | 10 AM – 2 PM
📍 Evergreen Theater

Unleash your creativity at this hands-on workshop where you’ll design and craft magical props alongside the Evergreen Theater crew. Perfect for theater lovers, DIYers, or anyone looking to try something new!

✨ What to bring:

• Your imagination 🎨

• A snack or lunch to keep the creativity flowing 🍎

Limited spots, so if you’re looking for a unique way to spend your Saturday, this is it!

🐼 Red Panda Day

📅 Saturday, Sept. 20
📍 NEW Zoo & Adventure Park

Celebrate International Red Panda Day with the NEW Zoo! This family-friendly event needs volunteers- kids as young as 8 (with a chaperone), plus small groups and individuals, are all welcome to join in the fun.

It’s a chance to learn, help out, and celebrate one of the zoo’s most beloved animals. ❤️

Interested in volunteering? Email [email protected].

🦦 Walk for Wildlife

📅 Saturday, Sept. 20 | 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary

The 20th Annual Walk for Wildlife is here! Take a 2.5-mile scenic walk with live animal stations along the way, then enjoy:
🌭 J-Dogz food truck
🎶 Live music from The Good News Band
🎟️ Raffles ($1 each, 6 for $5, or 25 for $20)

👕 Every walker gets a button + a long-sleeved t-shirt featuring Renee & Caesar, the River Otters.

All proceeds support the sanctuary’s R-PAWS wildlife rehabilitation program, which helps over 6,500 injured and orphaned animals each year.

Details & registration: WalkWildlife.com

🎉 It’s 920 Week, and Downtown De Pere is the place to be! 🎶🍻🛍️

This week is packed with live music, local markets, theater, and comedy; you won’t want to miss it:
📍 Thursday: Downtown De Pere Farmers Market (3–7 PM)
📍 Friday: Nice Work If You Can Get It @ Dudley Birder Theatre (7–9:30 PM)
📍 Saturday: ComedyCity Theatre – All Ages (6:30–8 PM) & After Dark (8:35–10:05 PM)

✨ Grab your friends, support local, and celebrate everything that makes our community special.

🌳 Want a new tree in front of your home? Now’s the time to order!

De Pere’s fall tree order forms are live. If you’ve got space in the parkway (between the sidewalk and curb), the forestry team can plant for you.

📅 Order deadline: Friday, Sept. 19
👉 Details & species list: loom.ly/2vCrdwc

Let’s keep our neighborhoods green and growing! 💚

For questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with the City Forester at (920) 339-4072, ext. 2228, or visit deperewi.gov/trees.

🎳🐾 3rd Annual Bowling for Charity 🐾🎳👉 Registration required, don’t wait to sign up!

📅 Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025 | 11 AM – 2 PM
📍 Buzz Social, 2310 Lineville Rd, Suamico, WI

$60 per lane (up to 6 people) → includes 2 hours of bowling, pizza & soda!
Enjoy a fun afternoon with:
⭐ Raffles
⭐ Silent Auction
⭐ 50/50

All proceeds benefit Get Toby Home Lost Dog Search & Rescue Group ❤️🐶

🐾❤️ 19th Annual Paws Parade of Hope ❤️🐾
Pets helping people with cancer 🐶🐱

📅 Enter your pet by Sept. 19
🗳️ Voting runs Sept. 22 – Oct. 6
🏆 Prizes: Walmart, Target & Amazon gift cards
💻 Online Auction: Sept. 22 – Oct. 6

👉 All proceeds go to support local cancer patients.

🐾 🐼 Red Panda needs volunteers!

📅 Saturday, Sept. 20
📍 NEW Zoo & Adventure Park

Celebrate International Red Panda Day with the NEW Zoo! This family-friendly event needs volunteers- kids as young as 8 (with a chaperone), plus small groups and individuals, are all welcome to join in the fun.

It’s a chance to learn, help out, and celebrate one of the zoo’s most beloved animals. ❤️

Interested in volunteering? Email [email protected].

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