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Winnebago County, Wisconsin
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Oshkosh Holiday Parade set for Nov. 19 with Wienermobile, marching bands
Oshkosh’s Holiday Parade is scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 19, beginning at 6:15 p.m. on North Main Street. Discover Oshkosh says the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile, Milwaukee Brewers mascots Bernie Brewer and Barrelman, local…
Oshkosh man who shot at carload of teens sentenced
Vincent Graham was sentenced in Winnebago County Court to five years in prison and five years of extended supervision for first-degree reckless endangerment. He fired shots at a car carrying teenagers on Blake Court in…
National touring rodeo show coming back to Oshkosh
The Battle for the Lake indoor rodeo will return to Oshkosh Arena for two days next March, with Wildhorse Productions and Sandburr Rodeo Productions organizing the event. Competitions will include bull riding, bronc…
Oshkosh leaders weigh action plan to address homelessness
Oshkosh officials are considering an action plan to address homelessness and concerns about downtown behavior. City leaders have applied for a $250,000 grant to study the issue and are working on affordable housing with…
Oshkosh North students honor veterans with ceremony, luncheon
Oshkosh North students honored veterans and service members with a ceremony and luncheon on Tuesday, the day before Veterans Day. The program included musical tributes and recognition of each military service branch. A…
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November 11, 2026 Oshkosh Herald
The November 11, 2026 edition of the Oshkosh Herald is available to download or read online as a flipbook. The newspaper’s page also offers options for reading and sharing the edition.
Oshkosh North holds Veterans Day ceremony to honor those who served
Oshkosh North held its annual Veterans Day ceremony on Tuesday, honoring military veterans and remembering those who died. Retired Army Lt. Col. Mike Hert, who served in Iraq, Afghanistan and the Horn of Africa before…
Former Oshkosh mayor Paul Esslinger enters city's mayoral race
Former Oshkosh Mayor and current Common Council member Paul Esslinger has entered the race to lead the city. He previously served as mayor from 2009 to 2011 and has been on the council on and off since 2000. Esslinger…
Oshkosh expects new arena football team to bring economic uptick
The Wisconsin Aviators will begin playing eight home games at Oshkosh Arena in March 2027, bringing a new source of visitors to the city. Local businesses near the venue, including 5th Ward Brewing, expect increased…
3rd annual Autumn Craft Fair at Oshkosh North High School raises money for school program
Oshkosh North High School hosted its 3rd annual Autumn Craft Fair on Sunday, featuring over 130 vendors. The event successfully raised funds for the school's Communities program, which supports student growth…
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Oshkosh man recognized nationally for podcast on resilience, healing, and more
Oshkosh resident Brad H. Hill has received national recognition, winning a Silver Signal Award for his podcast, “No One Is Normal.” The show, which explores difficult topics like addiction and domestic abuse, has…
EAA Aviation Museum events bring festive air to 2026 holiday season
The EAA Aviation Museum in Oshkosh has announced its holiday event lineup, beginning with the Oshkosh Celebration of Lights on November 27. The museum will host its traditional 'Christmas in the Air' open house on…
South Park Middle School science teacher wins Bubbl’r National Teacher of the Year
Kimberly Loeper, a science teacher at South Park Middle School in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, has been named the 2026 Bubbl’r National Teacher of the Year. The award, which recognizes educators who make a significant positive…
Oshkosh Boys and Girls Club opens new membership program
The Boys and Girls Club of Oshkosh has launched a new membership campaign titled “Members Too” to secure recurring monthly donations. The program offers various tiers starting at $25 per month, providing donors with…
Fleet Farm reopens Oshkosh store, donates more than $300,000 in goods for tornado relief
Fleet Farm has reopened its Oshkosh store following a $3.5 million renovation. To mark the occasion, the company donated over $300,000 in goods, including steel-toe shoes and mattresses, to three Fox Cities nonprofits…
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South Park Middle School science teacher wins Bubblr national award
Kimberly Loeper, a science teacher at South Park Middle School in Oshkosh, has been named the Bubblr 2026 National Teacher of the Year. The award, which includes a $10,000 grant for school resources, recognizes her…
Oshkosh couple honored for fighting neighborhood crime with cameras
Austin and Jen Gross, owners of a local restaurant in Oshkosh, have been honored as Neighborhood Heroes by the Oshkosh Healthy Neighborhoods group. The couple invested over $1,000 in security cameras to help protect…
Wisconsin Aviators Indoor Football team to call Oshkosh home in 2027
The Wisconsin Aviators indoor football team has announced a move to the Oshkosh Arena for the 2027 season. The team, which previously played in Sturtevant, will join the American Indoor Football league. The organization…
Wisconsin Aviators to play eight home games at Oshkosh Arena in 2027
The Wisconsin Aviators indoor football team will play eight home games at the Oshkosh Arena during the 2027 season. The team is transitioning from a developmental league to the professional American Indoor Football…
Wisconsin Herd games return to The Spot Green Bay 32
NBC 26 and The Spot Green Bay 32 have been named the official broadcast partners for the Wisconsin Herd for the 2026-27 season. This agreement marks the ninth year the station will air the team's home and away games…
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Wisconsin Herd set to tip-off season this Friday
The Wisconsin Herd is preparing for its season opener this Friday. First-year head coach Schuyler Rimmer emphasized the importance of competitiveness and togetherness for his squad. Rimmer highlighted the strong…
Oshkosh school board violated open meeting rules for budget/tax levy hearing
The Oshkosh Area School Board violated state open meeting laws by failing to provide proper public notice for its annual budget and tax levy hearing. Although legal counsel advised proceeding to meet a November 1st…
EAA Aviation Museum schedules holiday events between Thanksgiving and the new year
The EAA Aviation Museum in Oshkosh has announced its holiday event schedule, starting with the Celebration of Lights on November 27. Other events include the Christmas in the Air open house on December 5, featuring a…
Jim Gaffigan to bring Everything Is Wonderful! Tour to Oshkosh Arena on Jan. 15
Comedian Jim Gaffigan will perform at the Oshkosh Arena on January 15 as part of his Everything Is Wonderful! Tour. Tickets for the 7 p.m. show go on sale Friday, November 6, at 10 a.m. through Ticketmaster or at the…
Paine Art Center marks 20th year of Nutcracker in the Castle starting Nov. 20
The Paine Art Center and Gardens in Oshkosh will celebrate the 20th anniversary of its 'Nutcracker in the Castle' holiday tradition from November 20 to January 4. To mark the milestone, the center has installed a…
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First-time voters brave rain to pick Wisconsin's next governor
First-time voters braved rainy weather in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, to participate in the 2026 gubernatorial election. Students at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh cited various motivations for casting their ballots…
Teens arrested in connection with Oshkosh car break-ins [VIDEO]
Two 17-year-old boys were arrested in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, following reports of car break-ins early Saturday morning. Police were dispatched to the 1400 block of Beech Street after receiving reports of suspects…
Driver dead after crashing into Oshkosh house
A driver was killed early Monday morning after their vehicle veered off the road and crashed into a residence in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Police reported that the incident occurred at the intersection of Merritt Avenue and…
Vehicle vs house crash in Oshkosh claims life of driver
A driver died early Monday morning after their vehicle left the roadway and crashed into a house in Oshkosh. The incident occurred at the intersection of Merritt Avenue and Grand Street around 2:10 a.m. Local fire and…