Supporters of bicycling opportunities in Sturgeon Bay are saying real progress is being made locally. The designation of Sturgeon Bay as a bike friendly community is one example. Marty Olejniczak, Sturgeon Bay Community Development Director, says great strides have been made in the city’s bicycle program in a relatively short time…[Audio clip: view full post to listen] Olejniczak says public/private initiatives on several fronts have … Continue reading →

A unique opportunity to sample several of Door County’s best restaurants all in one place while supporting a great cause is available Sunday at the 12th annual “Dining Around the Door.” Madelyn Deprey says the Door County YMCA is sponsoring the fundraiser at the Alpine Resort near Egg Harbor… [Audio clip: view full post to listen] Deprey says participants will be able to bid on … Continue reading →

Sturgeon Bay’s compost site off Division Road will be closed Monday & Tuesday for safety reasons while a contractor is on site grinding brush into mulch. Municipal Services Superintendent Bob Bordeau says any questions or concerns should be directed to his office at 835 North 14th Avenue in Sturgeon Bay between 7AM & 3:30PM or by calling 746-2912.

You can make a difference in the community & do some spring cleanup Saturday by participating in the Door County 4-H scrap metal drive. Scrap metal items will be accepted, from 7AM to 5PM, in the parking lot between the old highway shop & the senior resource center off 14th Avenue in Sturgeon Bay. Used printer cartridges(inkjet or laser) will also be collected Saturday. If … Continue reading →

The City of Sturgeon Bay has attained the designation of “Bike Friendly Community.” The League of American Bicyclists announced its latest round of bicycle friendly communities earlier this week. Sturgeon Bay was listed under the bronze heading. There are now 259 such cities in 47 states. The Bicycle Friendly America program provides incentives, hands-on assistance, &, award recognition for communities, universities & businesses that actively … Continue reading →

Door County history is intertwined with the exploits of individuals & families who have made their mark on the peninsula. On Sunday, the Sevastopol Historical Society will present a program entitled, “Rich Family Traditions”, at 2PM at the Sevastopol Town Hall in Institute. Linda Wait says Brad Birmingham will focus on his family’s lineage during Sunday’s talk…[Audio clip: view full post to listen] Wait says … Continue reading →

Door County has more wineries than any other county in the state of Wisconsin & these wineries have joined together to form the Door County Wine Trail. The organization is inviting residents & visitors to participate in the first ever Door County Wine Trail Weekend, Friday through Sunday. Tim Lawrie of Simon Creek Vineyard & Winery explains why the event is being put on…[Audio clip: … Continue reading →

A contingent of about 100 residents of Door & Kewaunee Counties will descend on Madison this week as part of a biennial lobbying effort. The sixth installment of the Door/Kewaunee County Legislative Days is set for Wednesday & Thursday at the state capitol. The group hopes to build on the success of previous visits & educate legislators about local needs. The itinerary includes delegate meetings … Continue reading →

As anticipated, the Southern Door Board of Education began the process of dealing with a $700,000 shortfall in its budget for next school year by making some personnel cuts. The board met in special session Monday evening & agreed to partial layoffs affecting four teachers & eight support staff. In another case, board-members approved a reduction in duties for one employee. The layoffs cover just … Continue reading →