Fritsch: Finding his calling

“I tend to tell people when they ask, ‘Hey, did your dad ever hold any records?’ Well, yeah, he kicked the 52-yard field goal in New York… and it was just like a snap, a hold, and he was a …

Luxemburg-Casco's boys cross country team is heading to the state meet for the second straight season. From left: Kyle Tassoul, Bryce Piesler, Noah Dubois, Ezra Treml, Bryce Mleziva, Evan Vandermause and Marcis Doell.

DuChateau sectional XC champ

Luxemburg-Casco senior Claire DuChateau qualified for the WIAA state Div. 2 cross country meet for the fourth straight year, winning the sectional race at Two Rivers last weekend. DuChateau …

On Gravity

Dear Reader, There’s a peculiar comfort in floating—in those moments when ideas soar, ambitions lift us skyward, and possibilities seem limitless. We drift among clouds of our own making, …

The Wolves upset top-ranked Sevastopol in a regional semifinal last Thursday. Team members and some of the fans are shown after their biggest win of the season.

Wolves upset Sevastopol, then fall in regional final

Eight-seed Algoma shocked top-seeded Sevastopol in a Div. 4 regional volleyball semifinal match last Thursday, sweeping the host Pioneers 25-22, 25-20, and 27-25. Sevastopol had swept the Wolves …

News

Tom Tiffany addressed supporters on Oct. 24.

Governor candidates Tom Tiffany, David Crowley visit Kewaunee County

KEWAUNEE COUNTY – With the Nov. 3 election fast approaching, both Wisconsin Governor candidates have been touring the state to connect with potential voters, rally grassroots support and outline …

Casco citizen Tyler Frye urged board members to reject the El-Na proposal.

County Board ultimately rejects $15 million for El-Na Farms

KEWAUNEE COUNTY – The County Board began their regular Oct. 20 meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and a prayer before moving directly into public comment, where two citizens gave their input on …

Some of the Save the Catwalk Committee members posed with a symbolic check for $50,000 from an anonymous donor through the GiveClear Foundation. Shown from left: Ann Schmitz, Connie Judd, Jacqueline Toepfer, Tom Levy, Linda Andre, Dennis Andre, and Paula Levy.

Save the Catwalk group gets anonymous $50,000 donation

ALGOMA – A $50,000 grant from an anonymous donor was the biggest surprise at Saturday’s Oktoberfest fundraiser for the Save the Catwalk group at the Algoma Boat Club. Committee treasurer …

Members of Algoma Fire and Rescue posed with the already-cut firehouse during the grand opening and dedication of the city's new fire station Oct. 17.

Algoma Fire and Rescue dedicates new station

ALGOMA – A unique firehouse-cutting ceremony was held Saturday at Algoma’s new fire station on Sunset Avenue in the city’s industrial park. Algoma Mayor James Winter, an 18-year …

Community members are encouraged to come dressed in their favorite costumes, enjoy the activities and support participating student organizations.

The 18th annual Algoma Halloween Walk returns Oct. 24 with family fun and a new community give-back challenge

ALGOMA – A beloved community Halloween tradition is returning this fall. The 18th annual Algoma Halloween Walk will take place on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 9 a.m. to noon at Algoma High School, …

Sports

Dane Harrell, Gregorio Medina, Edward Medina, Blake Bortolini, Benjamin VanGoethem, Landon LaTour and Baylor Elliott anchor the line of scrimmage for Kewaunee. Bortolini was named the Packerland's Defensive Player of the Year and LaTour the conference's Defensive Lineman of the Year.

Storm football looking to advance at home

Kewaunee overcame four turnovers in last Friday’s Div. 6 football playoff opener thanks to some good old-fashioned pancakes and big plays. The second-seeded Storm took it to the …

MJ Olson smashed a kill shot in the final set at Oconto Falls. Teammates (from left) Ali Jansen, Claire Schleis and Aubrey Frey are also shown.

L-C netters avenge loss, win regional title

Luxemburg-Casco knocked out Oconto Falls in a battle of Div. 2 heavyweights Saturday, earning a WIAA regional volleyball championship on the road and a chance to play another state-ranked team …

Nicolet National Bank Senior Spotlight

Meet this week's Nicolet National Bank Senior Spotlight London Karnopp from Kewaunee High School volleyball and softball.

Luxemburg-Casco's volleyball team went 4-0 in the Spartan Invitational Saturday, beating a pair of highly-ranked Div. 1 and Div. 2 teams to earn the title.

Spartans rally to win own volleyball invitational

Luxemburg-Casco went undefeated in its own 12-team invitational Saturday, beating a pair of highly-ranked teams along the way. Jeff Frey’s squad opened pool play in the Spartan Invitational …

Packerland

In July 1950, Fritsch signed for another season with Gene Ronzani and the Packers, and the following month, he, his wife, and daughter, Mary, welcomed new family member, Theodore (Ted Jr.).

Fritsch: Tuffy arrives, Fritsch departs

“They called him ‘Tuffy’ in his playing days — this Mr. Gene Ronzani, who today became the second head coach in the 31-year history of the Green Bay Packers,” Green Bay Sportswriter Art …

Shanty Days takes over Algoma

VIDEO: Shanty Days in Algoma held Aug 14-16, was a Celebration of the Lake. It truly was an event with activities for everybody.

Post Ceremony Conference: Sterling Sharpe

Former Packers Wide Receiver and Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee Sterling Sharpe speaks with media after he was honored in a special ceremony at halftime of the Sept. 12 Packers-Commanders game. Sharpe’s name was also unveiled on the southeast façade inside Lambeau Field that evening, alongside the names of fellow Packers enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Kris Leonhardt video

Post-game press conference: Packers Head Coach Matt LaFleur

VIDEO: Learn more about the Packers latest win over the Washington Commanders during Thursday night football from Green Bay Head Coach Matt LaFleur as he recaps the game, thanks the fans, and talks about Jayden Reed's injury.

Post-game press conference: Packers QB Jordan Love

VIDEO: Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love takes the stage to talk about how he's feeling after the 2-0 start of the season with a win over the Washington Commanders on Thursday, Sept. 11.

Post-game press conference: Packers Quarterback Jordan Love

VIDEO: Green Bay Packers QB Jordan Love emphasizes starting fast and the depth of his receivers during his post-game press conference following their week one win against the Detroit Lions in Lambeau.

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