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Yahoo
13-07-2025
- General
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We Energies worker & animal lover rescue ducklings from storm drain in Little Chute
LITTLE CHUTE, Wis. (WFRV) – What started as a routine drive through Little Chute quickly turned into a rescue mission after a group of ducklings got trapped in a storm drain. Ashley Jared says she was driving with her mom when she spotted something unusual near the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and Sanitorium Road. A mother duck was anxiously pacing back and forth near a storm drain. That's when Jared, an animal lover, decided to stop and check it out. Former Olympic wrestler, MMA star Ben Askren recovering after receiving double lung transplant in Wisconsin 'I saw her walking around and my immediate thought was—there are babies down there,' Jared said. 'And sure enough, there were about ten ducklings stuck inside the drain.' Jared and her mom tried to lift the heavy storm grate but couldn't budge it. While they waited for help, a We Energies worker—Adam Ditter—happened to finish a job nearby and noticed what was happening. 'She said they were down in there, about ten of them, so I said I'd pull over and lift the grate off,' Ditter said. Ditter, who works as a natural gas mechanic, was able to lift the cover and climb inside the shallow drain. He carefully picked up each duckling and handed them to Jared, who returned them to their very relieved mother. 'This one was dry and shallow enough that I could put myself in and get them out, hand them to Ashley, then get them back reunited with their ma,' Ditter said. It turns out this isn't Ditter's first time rescuing ducklings. Just a week earlier, he helped save another group trapped in a storm drain near downtown Appleton. 'You hate to see how anxious the mom duck is—wandering around waiting for her babies,' Ditter said. 'And as soon as they're reunited, they all take off together.' Jared says the mother duck never left her side during the rescue. Shawano police receive 200 stuffed animals for kids from local company 'She knew,' Jared said. 'She didn't leave until she had all ten of them. I stayed for about 20 minutes after everyone left and watched them walk up the hill together.' Both Ditter and Jared say they're just glad they were there to help, and wouldn't hesitate to do it again. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-06-2025
- Climate
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Preparing for extreme heat this weekend in NE Wisconsin
LITTLE CHUTE, Wis. (WFRV) – Northeast Wisconsinites are preparing for a scorcher of a weekend. With temperatures expected to soar into the mid-90s, many Northeast Wisconsinites will spend the weekend looking for ways to stay cool. For many people, that means heading to a local pool like the one at Doyle Park in Little Chute. 'So I anticipate our attendance will be pretty high; we have extra staff ready to go on call,' said Little Chute Parks, Recreation, and Forestry director John McDonald. Lifeguards remind anybody heading out to the pool this weekend to make sure to bring plenty of sunscreen and to reapply it every couple of hours to avoid sunburn. They also stressed the importance of staying hydrated and making sure to avoid swimming on an empty stomach. 'You should do swim breaks,' McDonald said. You'd be very surprised how much energy you burn going down the slide, diving, swimming and playing with your friends. Before you know it, you're tired and lightheaded.' New Goodwill Donation Center opens in Bellevue will stay closed on Sunday, citing the extreme heat as the reason. 'Due to the VERY hot weather on Sunday, June 22nd, Jake's will not be opening. This is to keep our staff from possible heat exhaustion, as you all know how hot it can get in here, especially our kitchen. Sorry for any inconvenience. Stay cool and stay hydrated!' Jake's Pizza Green Bay Facebook post Doctors caution about the risk of strenuous exercise when temperatures soar like this. They say to make sure you're hydrated extremely well, know your limits when you're exercising, and don't be afraid to take breaks. ThedaCare emergency medicine doctor William Kumprey said if you're feeling dizzy, have severe cramping or headaches, have hot skin but aren't sweating, or feel lightheaded, these could be signs of serious heat-related illnesses like heat stroke. He told Local 5 News that people in high-risk categories like elderly folks, young children, and people with pre-existing conditions like emphysema or asthma should avoid spending extended periods outside in the heat this weekend. He also urges people to check on their friends, family, and neighbors who fall into these categories. Door County Sheriff's Office helps during relocation of an entire house Our four-legged canine friends are also at high risk when it gets hot outside. They overheat faster than humans. Pet experts say that pet owners should avoid walking their animals on concrete or pavement because these surfaces can get very hot, very quickly. 'You'll see them pant a lot more, they might become a little bit more lethargic,' said Corey Viars with the Wisconsin Humane Society of Green Bay and Door County. 'There might be different colors in their mouth, gums or tongue. If you see these signs of heat stroke, call a vet immediately.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Yahoo
Officers: Treaty of the Cedars Historical Marker sign in Little Chute found on fire
LITTLE CHUTE, Wis. (WFRV) – After officers in Little Chute found a historical marker sign on fire Friday night, an investigation has been launched, including a possible cash reward for information. A Facebook post from the Fox Valley Metro Police Department states that around 7:15 p.m. on May 23, the Little Chute Fire Department and officers responded to the Treaty of the Cedars Historical Marker and found the historical marker sign on fire. Flames from fire pit spread to nearby building in Wisconsin, damage limited The sign, which is located near the intersection of West Main Street and Washington Street in Little Chute, describes the treaty made in 1836 where the Menominee Indian nation ceded to the United States about 4,000,000 acres of land for $700,000 (about 17 cents per acre). The area now contains the cities of Marinette, Oconto, Appleton, Neenah, Menasha, Oshkosh, Wausau, Wisconsin Rapids, Stevens Point, and many others. Body recovered from Wisconsin's Lake Monona during week-long search for missing boater Officers are asking anyone with relevant information to come forward and contact Officer Jack Schinke at (920) 788-7505, or email at If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact the Quad Communities Crime Stoppers by calling (920)788-9090. Tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- General
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Stamp Out Hunger food drive sees major boost in Green Bay
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – The annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive returned on Saturday, with local letter carriers and The Salvation Army joining forces to fight hunger in the community. As mail was being delivered across Green Bay, residents left non-perishable food donations near their mailboxes. Volunteers were stationed along routes and at post offices, collecting, sorting, and preparing the items for distribution to local pantries. Gov. Evers visits Green Bay West to highlight student manufacturing program Green Bay Mayor Eric Genrich also pitched in to help with the effort. Little Chute invites everyone to grand opening of new splash pad to kick off summer season Food drive coordinator Jeremy Beck told Local 5 News that donations have nearly doubled at the two Green Bay post offices compared to last year. He said a final total will be released later in the week. The food drive comes at a critical time, as summer often brings a sharp decline in donations while the need remains high. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Automotive
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Multi-vehicle crash on State 441 causes major traffic backup, snarls traffic for two hours
(This story was updated to include new information.) A multi-vehicle crash snarled the morning commute for about two hours May 9 on State 441's northbound lanes. The crash occurred around 7:30 a.m. in Little Chute, just south of the Northland Avenue exit, according to Wisconsin State Patrol. Both lanes were initially closed, but were reopened by 9:30 a.m. Three days prior, on May 6, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation put out a notice warning drivers that, due to road construction on the overpasses over Interstate 41, detoured traffic would result in backups during peak travel hours this summer. State 441's northbound Northland Avenue exit was one of the areas they said would be affected. The other area expected to experience backups is the southbound I-41 exit for Richmond Street in Appleton. Peak driving hours are 7 to 8:30 a.m., and 4 to 6 p.m., according to WisDOT. Rashad Alexander can be contacted at ralexander@ and 920-431-8214. This article originally appeared on Appleton Post-Crescent: State 441 northbound in Outagamie County reopened after May 9 crash
