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26-07-2025
- Climate
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Section of Center Valley Road in Outagamie County closed due to culvert collapse
CENTER, Wis. (WFRV) – Deputies in Outagamie County have announced a roughly two-week-long closure for a section of Center Valley Road due to a culvert collapse. The Outagamie County Sheriff's Office posted on Facebook Friday morning, warning residents of a culvert collapse in the Town of Center that will affect traffic for roughly two weeks. Deputies say that Center Valley Road between Meade Street and Ballard Road will be closed as crews work to repair the culvert. National Weather Service investigates storm damage, tornado in Gillett 'We know there is a lot of construction out there already,' the Sheriff's Office post begins. 'Enjoy the summer, stay cool, and slow down for those orange barrels. If you need us, we are here.' Local 5 will continue to follow this story and provide updates when necessary. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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23-07-2025
- Automotive
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UPDATE: Lanes on I-41 south in Oshkosh reopen after crash near WIS 26
OSHKOSH, Wis. (WFRV) – Authorities have provided an update on the crash in Oshkosh on I-41 near WIS 26 that had closed down all lanes for roughly an hour. An update sent out around 12:10 p.m. states that all lanes have since reopened and the crash is clear. Semi-truck crashes into ditch in Fond du Lac County, driver seriously hurt No details were provided on the crash. Local 5 will continue to update this story when more details are released. UPDATE: Right lane closed on I-41 south in Oshkosh near WIS 26 after crash OSHKOSH, Wis. (WFRV) – An update was provided on the crash in Oshkosh on I-41 south that was previously affecting all lanes near WIS 26. Authorities now say that only the right lane is closed. Local 5 will update this story when new details are provided. Original story: Lanes closed on I-41 south in Oshkosh near WIS 26 after crash OSHKOSH, Wis. (WFRV) – A crash on I-41 southbound in Oshkosh has shut down all lanes in that direction, and the Winnebago County Sheriff's Office is responding. According to a release from WisDOT, the crash happened near WIS 26 around 11 a.m. and is expected to take two hours to fully clear. Officials say all southbound lanes on I-41 south are being affected. Local 5 will update this story when new details are provided. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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13-07-2025
- Sport
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Local 5 alumnus Warren Gerds signs books for visitors at Neville Public Museum
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – A veteran of Local 5 was at the Neville Public Museum on Wednesday for a book-signing event while telling stories of his long journalism career. Award-winning author and Local 5 alum Warren Gerds spent a couple of hours meeting with fans of his work, signing his autograph for those in attendance who have read or look to read some of the dozen books he's written. Bergstrom Automotive raises record $375,000 for Make-A-Wish Wisconsin Not only was Gerds there to sign his books, he spoke with the many fans who came to see him, telling stories of his time as a reporter, including memories of the Ice Bowl, one of the most famous games in Packers history. The event was free for all to attend, with plenty of people stopping by to hear and talk to a local titan of writing. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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10-07-2025
- Entertainment
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Fox Valley nonprofit heals PTSD with music therapy for vets
APPLETON, Wis. (WFRV) — As many celebrate this Fourth of July weekend, one Fox Valley group is focusing on those who've served. Music Success Fox Valley set up at the Appleton Farmers Market today to share their mission: using music as a form of therapy for veterans, active duty military, and first responders living with PTSD. The nonprofit, run entirely by volunteers, offers free lessons and instruments to those in need. Participants get a practice instrument, ten free lessons, and then a permanent instrument to keep. WATCH: Local 5's Fireworks Over Northeast Wisconsin 2025 'We are Music Success, Fox Valley, a nonprofit staffed by volunteers, and our mission is to deliver music to people who can get help from it,' said Jack Swanson, the group's chapter coordinator. Organizers say music has helped many of their students reduce stress, sleep better, and even cut down on medications. 'So many vets have told me, 'I'm taking less medications, I'm sleeping better, I'm a nicer person,'' Swanson said. 'My guitar, or whatever instrument it is, has really helped me calm down.' Retired Army Special Operations veteran Kevin Crawford said the program changed his life—and he encourages others to give it a try. Newsmaker Sunday: Family & Childcare Resources of N.E.W. 'Music helped me,' Crawford said. 'It helped me take care of the anger. That's what you come home with. You don't really come home—your boots are still there, your mind is still there. This is what we do at music therapy.' Music Success Fox Valley holds lessons at the Veterans Village in Appleton and hopes to expand its reach throughout the summer. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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07-07-2025
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Missouri man airlifted after crashing dirt bike head-on with another vehicle in Outagamie County
VANDENBROEK, Wis. (WFRV) – A 70-year-old man from Missouri was airlifted to a hospital with life-threatening injuries after a crash involving a dirt bike in Vandenbroek. According to the Outagamie County Sheriff's Office, on July 6, around 5:30 p.m., deputies were sent to a two-vehicle crash in the Town of Vandenbroek. The initial investigation showed a dirt bike going southeast on Emery Lane hit another vehicle head-on. The other vehicle was stopped, authorities said. The driver of the dirt bike was reportedly a 70-year-old man from Missouri. Two separate drownings hours-apart in Wisconsin town take the life of Illinois, Texas men The release said he was airlifted to a hospital with life-threatening injuries. It was mentioned that the driver of the other vehicle was not injured. Emery Lane was reportedly closed for about one hour. Authorities say alcohol is not believed to be a factor in the crash. No additional information was provided. Local 5 will update this story if more details are released. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
