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Kewaunee County: Residents received $30.76 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 2.6% of income in Kewaunee County, providing an average of $1,491 per capita to residents.

By Green Bay Reporter | Apr 13, 2025

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Green Bay announces return of City Hall Academy for 2025

The city of Green Bay has announced the return of City Hall Academy for 2025, a program designed to provide residents and business owners with an inside look at municipal government operations.

By Green Bay Reporter | Apr 11, 2025

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Green Bay OVP announces new space opening

By Green Bay Reporter | Apr 11, 2025

The city of Green Bay's Office of Violence Prevention (OVP) has announced the opening of a new facility aimed at supporting its ongoing efforts in violence reduction and community safety.

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Green Bay announces temporary drawbridge schedule change for maintenance

By Green Bay Reporter | Apr 10, 2025

The City of Green Bay’s Department of Public Works has scheduled a temporary adjustment in the operating times of the Ray Nitschke Memorial Bridge.

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Green Bay's Office of Violence Prevention opens new facility to enhance community safety

By Green Bay Reporter | Apr 8, 2025

The City of Green Bay's Office of Violence Prevention (OVP) has officially opened a new facility on Green Bay's East Side.

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City of Green Bay launches City Hall Academy to educate community on municipal operations

By Green Bay Reporter | Apr 8, 2025

The City of Green Bay is launching the City Hall Academy for 2025, an initiative meant to educate residents and local business owners about the workings of municipal government.

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Oconto County: Medicaid dependency reached 2.7% in 2022

By Green Bay Reporter | Apr 8, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 2.7% of income in Oconto County, providing an average of $1,462 per capita to residents.

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Stuart Street closes temporarily for sewer work due to weather delay

By Green Bay Reporter | Apr 4, 2025

The City of Green Bay's Department of Public Works has announced a temporary closure of Stuart Street.

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Oconto County saw 9.4% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022

By Green Bay Reporter | Apr 4, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 21.8% of income in Oconto County, a 9.4% rise from 12.4% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

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City of Green Bay Fire Department launches "Operation Beep Beep

By Green Bay Reporter | Apr 4, 2025

The city of Green Bay has announced the launch of "Operation Beep Beep," a fire safety initiative by the Green Bay Metro Fire Department.

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City of Green Bay announces 2024 Mayor's Beautification Awards recipients

By Green Bay Reporter | Apr 4, 2025

The City of Green Bay has announced the recipients of the 2024 Mayor's Beautification Awards, marking 55 years of recognizing exceptional contributions to the city's aesthetic enhancement.

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Shawano County: Medicaid made up 4.1% of total income in 2022

By Green Bay Reporter | Apr 2, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 4.1% of income in Shawano County, providing an average of $2,083 per capita to residents.

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Power outage affects three polling sites in Green Bay

By Green Bay Reporter | Apr 1, 2025

The City of Green Bay has reported a power outage affecting three polling locations on the Westside.

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Power restored at polling sites after Green Bay outage

By Green Bay Reporter | Apr 1, 2025

The City of Green Bay recently faced a power outage affecting three Westside polling locations, namely Perkins Park Shelter, St Paul’s United Methodist Church, and St. Jude’s Catholic Church.

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Residents of Brown County received $9,355 per capita in transfers in 2022, ranking it 68th in Wisconsin

By Green Bay Reporter | Mar 31, 2025

In 2022, residents of Brown County received an average of $9,355 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it fifth lowest in Wisconsin.

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Mayor's Office reveals 2024 beautification award winners in Green Bay

By Green Bay Reporter | Mar 31, 2025

Mayor Eric Genrich and the City of Green Bay have announced the winners of the 2024 Mayor's Beautification Awards, marking the 55th anniversary of this community-focused initiative.

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Brown County: Medicaid transfers accounted for 2.1% of income in 2022

By Green Bay Reporter | Mar 28, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 2.1% of income in Brown County, providing an average of $1,305 per capita to residents.

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Green Bay metro transit service adjustments for NFL draft

By Green Bay Reporter | Mar 28, 2025

The city of Green Bay has announced adjustments to Green Bay Metro Transit services to accommodate attendees during the NFL Draft scheduled for April 24-26, 2025.

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Green Bay announces NFL draft license deadlines

By Green Bay Reporter | Mar 27, 2025

The city of Green Bay has announced the deadlines for licenses related to activities surrounding the National Football League Draft, which is scheduled to take place from April 24 to 26, 2025.

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In 2022, Kewaunee County ranks 43rd among Wisconsin counties for government transfer income per capita at $11,473

By Green Bay Reporter | Mar 24, 2025

In 2022, residents of Kewaunee County received an average of $11,473 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 30th lowest in Wisconsin.