“Muse” Groundbreaking Ceremony
Wednesday morning a large crowd witnessed the groundbreaking ceremony for the “Muse” building in downtown Sturgeon Bay. This building will house the “Muse” music school and performance venue, while also adding more affordable housing opportunity in the downtown area. Executive Director Kaira Rouer commented on how it will meet multiple needs in the community………….. Building Contractor Craig Cornell spoke about the special cooperation of community … Continue reading
In-Custody Death at Door County Jail
There was a death reported at the Door County Jail late Thursday night. Just before 11:15 pm, a 54 year-old Sturgeon Bay man who was in jail on a probation hold was found to be unresponsive by jail deputies. It was discovered he was not breathing and had no pulse. The deputies began life-saveing measures as they soon received assistance from Door County EMS, first … Continue reading
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DC Land Trust Acquired 2 Properties on Washington Island
The Door County Land Trust just announced they have been gifted 2 separate properties on Washington Island which will now be permanently protected. The larger of the 2, a 62-acre property on the island’s northeast quadrant, is near the Indian Point Natural Area, about a half mile from the shoreline. With it’s proximity to other nearby protected land, this donation helps create a wildlife corridor. … Continue reading
DC Board Reworks Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Resolution
At Tuesday’s Board of Supervisors meeting they revisited the “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion” resolution which was passed last month, a resolution which declared racism as a public health crisis in Door County. There were many hours of discussion on the topic with public comments and supervisors’ responses. First, the board voted 11 to 9 to reconsider the resolution. Supervisor Gunnlaugsson of District 21 voiced his … Continue reading
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Sturgeon Bay Additional Cardboard Recycling Dumpster
Due to the drastic increase in online shopping during the pandemic, there has been an abundance of cardboard taking up much needed space in Sturgeon Bay’s recycling receptacles. Many residents have phoned in to Municipal Services about their accelerated volume of cardboard being recycled lately. Some have even began discarding their cardboard in the trash, which actually negates the reason for the recycling program. Since … Continue reading
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State Parks Update and Rock Island Re-Open Date
The Wisconsin DNR has informed us that starting April 30th, there will be some changes to the state park system. Playgrounds will be open. Volunteer group sizes will be increased to 50 people. The capacity for open-air shelters, amphitheaters, and outdoor group campgrounds will be increased to 100 people. Non-department led special event capacity will increase from 50 to 100 people, and special event permit … Continue reading