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“Most people were self-sufficient,” Bertges said. “A lot of folks got out of town before the storm. And we didn’t lose power as much here. People were fine sheltering in place.” Elsewhere on the peninsula, the warming station at the Sister Bay-Liberty Grove Fire Department hosted seven people and a couple of dogs, said Jeb Saelens, Door County Emergency Management director. It was fewer than they anticipated, but notably fewer power outages had occurred, which Saelens said was likely due to the nature of the snow. “They were forecasting wet and heavy, but the snow was much drier and didn’t stick to as many trees and power lines,” he said. More than 1,100 customers across the peninsula lost power during the storm – far fewer than during Elsa’s opening act, a system that dumped a slushy 3-8 inches of snow on Door County overnight on Thursday, March 12. Coupled with high winds, that earlier storm generated 2,478 outages by Friday morning, March 13.

or nearly 48 hours, snow fell in relentless bands across Door County. Drifts rose like walls. The snow sealed doors, collapsed some roofs and turned even short distances into impassable terrain. Throughout it all, the wind never let up. Even indoors, its steady roar flattened silence and made the storm feel as inescapable as it was. By the time Blizzard Elsa ended late Monday, March 16, the storm had rewritten history. “This is one of, if not the greatest snowfalls for Door County on record,” said Gus Kaiser, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service (NWS) out of Green Bay, on Tuesday. While comparisons were drawn to the April 2018 blizzard, that system dropped 24.2 inches. Elsa, by contrast, deposited 33 inches between Sturgeon Bay and Egg Harbor, with slightly lower totals – 20 to 28 inches – in Door County’s southernmost and northernmost communities. The March 15-16 snowstorm, aided by a rare combination of Gulf moisture and a powerful lowpressure system, now ranks as the second-largest to hit the region, following the blizzard of March 1888, according to Kaiser. Door County sat squarely in the bullseye of the storm. Kaiser said a prolonged stretch of easterly to northeasterly winds pulled moisture off Lake Michigan and locked the peninsula beneath the storm’s heaviest bands for hours. Snow fell at rates as high as 4 inches per hour, with thundersnow reported and wind gusts A herd of deer may be finding strength in approaching 60 miles per hour. numbers to weather the blizzard on Hillside Road DANIEL GALLIGAN in Egg Harbor. Visibility dropped to near zero. The Village of Ephraim reported a drift reaching 10 feet. As conditions worsened, travel became nearly impossible. Tow bans were issued. “No travel During Elsa, Wisconsin Public advised” warnings spread across Service (WPS) crews, working the Wisconsin Department of in whiteout conditions, restored Transportation (DOT) map. Here service to more than 11,000 at home, some municipalities customers regionally, with repairs declared states of emergency to continuing into Tuesday, March keep motorists off the roads. 17, in Door County, which WPS Even so, nothing could fully called among its hardest-hit protect vulnerable buildings. One communities. By Wednesday It was definitely a work-from-home day for Peninsula of those was at the Fish Creek morning, power had been restored DAVE ELIOT Pulse office staff on Monday, March 16. Wastewater Treatment Plant, to all but four Door County where the weight of about a foot locations. of snow caused the collapse For now, the storm has pushed of the facility’s domed roof. seasonal snowfall totals well Nobody was in the facility at the time, and sewage services above average. Green Bay, which typically receives around 50 weren’t interrupted for the Town of Gibraltar, according to plant inches for the year, Kaiser said, is now closer to 65 inches, with operations manager Dave Alberts. Door County higher due to its unique microclimate. Beneath all the storm’s force, Door County hunkered down. High Stakes, Slow Roads – and Canceled Crime Sheltering in Place While most residents stayed safe at home, emergency crews The Town of Gibraltar had issued a state of emergency to faced a very different challenge on the roads. There were fewer encourage people to shelter in place. For the most part, they did, 911 calls than normal for ambulance service on Sunday, but according to Gibraltar Fire Chief Andy Bertges. severity made up for volume. One elderly woman called for help because she was trapped “The calls we did have were life-threatening,” said Aaron inside her home with doors sealed by snow. Once the winds LeClair, Door County Emergency Services director. eased, crews safely reached her. Cardiac strokes and a major trauma case required transport all “We weren’t going to risk getting stuck for something that the way to Green Bay – a journey made perilous by whiteouts and could wait an hour or two,” Bertges said. “We checked up on her, snow-drifted roads. And their ambulances, LeClair said, are not shoveled a path out and cleared all her vents.” built for blizzards. No one came to the town’s warming station, set up at the Fish “They’re not some super fancy machine that can get through Creek fire department, and there was only the one call from the any kind of weather,” he said. “They’re a glorified pickup truck or elderly woman. van, and that’s it, so our responses were slow.”

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Buries Door County Escorting emergency vehicles further pulled resources away from plowing. Despite “no travel” warnings, stranded personal vehicles created additional hazards in both city and county roads. The Door County Sheriff’s Office had also imposed a tow ban. “We don’t want our tow companies out in dangerous conditions trying to pull people out, and we don’t want people just hanging out at their vehicle and hoping that they’re going to get a tow,” Veeser said. In the City of Sturgeon Bay, Public Works Director Mike Barker said snow removal involved 18 employees operating plow trucks, loaders, graders and snowblowers. Crews worked 11.5 hours on Sunday and another 12 hours on Monday, with more scheduled to return at 3 am Tuesday. The county plows state highways 42 and 57, along with county roads. Several municipalities contract with the department for plowing, while others do their own. The Village of Ephraim is one of those, and the storm easily overwhelmed their equipment, said village maintenance supervisor Justin MacDonald. “But we’re making it through,” he said. By late Tuesday afternoon, MacDonald said village crews continued to open roads, with a county grader and payloader also hacking away at Ephraim’s deepest drifts. On Wednesday morning, the highway between Ephraim and Sister Bay remained closed.

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From Buried Roads to Slow Thaw With roads still choked by drifts, cleanup will take time, perhaps by the end of this week and longer at both the county level, Ash said, and for smaller municipalities, MacDonald said. Those efforts attest to the physical and immediate requirements of the storm’s aftermath – shovels and plows reshaping the Elsachanged landscape back into accessible paths. Meanwhile, the NWS office had already switched gears on how fast that Sturgeon Bay - 33.2 inches

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To compensate, ambulance Ephraim - 30 inches South of Sturgeon Bay – 27-28 inches crews coordinated closely with North of Ephraim - 20-24 inches the highway department, sheriff’s deputies and fire departments across the peninsula. The Door County Sheriff’s Office deployed heavier vehicles, according to Chief Deputy Kyle Veeser, including pickup trucks with four-wheel drive, while some fire departments used engines to reach emergency scenes. In the City of Sturgeon Bay, emergencies requiring rapid response were limited, though officers did provide a few rides to get hospital personnel to their shifts. Sturgeon Bay Assistant Police Chief Dan Brinkman described conditions as “near impossible” for squad cars, which repeatedly became stuck. “Businesses are closing, and people are being told to stay off the roads, so all crime is cancelled today also,” the department posted on its Facebook page while the blizzard was in progress. Escorts met ambulances at the county line in Kewaunee and Brown counties to help them reach the Green Bay hospitals. By Monday, call volume rebounded slightly above the average – about 19 calls, LeClair said – but access remained a challenge. In some cases, ambulance crews were blocked by downed power lines or impassible drifts and had to leave their vehicles Believe it or not, a West for the last stretch. Jacksonport driveway. “They were hoofing it to get to the patients,” LeClair said. DREW WITTEBORG Even on a normal day, he added, minutes feel long during a medical emergency. In this storm, delays stretched far longer. “When it really does take forever, it puts a lot of pressure on the crews,” he said. “They still have to drive.” If the storm exposed any weakness, it wasn’t in response but in expectations. Saelens said in past events, people came to warming stations on their own. This time, emergency historic snow would melt. responders had to go get them. “Right now, we’re not too concerned about flooding,” Kaiser “We brought them in through snow machines, trucks – a said. whole operation,” he said. He said a gradual warm-up over the coming weeks should That difference stood out, as did the number of nonallow for a slower thaw of the snowpack, which NWS estimated emergency calls that emergency management stepped in to holds roughly 1.5 to 2 inches of liquid. fill. One woman had run out of baby formula, which they Tuesday delivered cold but bright sunshine. The wind had snowmobiled in for her. Others were physically safe but alone quieted. Snowmachines traveled on packed roads to check and concerned. These non-emergency situations, in another on families and vulnerable residents. Social media lit up with context, might have been handled by neighbors rather than photos and videos of the storm’s wake, images experienced emergency responders. widely in kind and degree. Together, they form a collective “We have this wonderful technology to instantly record of a very dangerous storm – all a reminder of just how communicate around the world,” Saelens said, “but we don’t powerful a Door County winter can be. know our neighbors.” Plows, Drifts and a Fight to Keep Roads Open A historic storm creates extraordinary situations, and nowhere was that clearer than on the roads. At the height of the storm, Door County Highway Commissioner Thad Ash had 29 units on the road at once – nearly the department’s full capacity. Staff worked 16-hour days trying to keep highways and county roads open. The wind fought them constantly, reducing visibility to zero or refilling cleared roads with fresh drifts within minutes. Ash said crews struggled to maintain even the basic highway structure. Several plows became stuck, forcing other units to abandon their routes to dig them out.

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Recovery efforts remain ongoing across the county, with crews working to clear snow-covered and drifted roadways and restore power. Due to the severity of the storm, it will take time for conditions to fully stabilize and for all roads to be safely cleared, Saelen said. Residents are urged to remain patient, avoid unnecessary travel, and allow emergency responders and public works crews the space needed to complete their work safely and efficiently as the county works toward returning to normal operations.

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storm like Elsa reveals our reliance on a lot of services we take for granted – like taking out the trash. The county’s two full-service waste collection companies, Going Garbage and GFL Environmental, said it will take several days to get back on schedule. “The word unprecedented has been used so much in the past 10 years that I hate using it, but I don’t have a better word,” said Going Garbage owner Jeff Johnson. “We just go out and try, and if it’s not safe, we pull the trucks off the road and try again.” Late Wednesday morning, both Johnson and Steve Estes of GFL had pulled their trucks off the roads. “We’re gonna try it again tomorrow, but you can’t speed anything up,” Estes said. “Hopefully, people understand it’s a storm we’ve never seen and know our guys are doing their best.” With many side roads not yet plowed, and others cleared to just a single lane, Johnson and Estes said they have to consider whether it’s worth the risks to public services and plows drivers to put their own large trucks on the road. “On the side roads there’s no place else to go if a plow or truck is coming the other direction,” Estes said. “And people think these trucks can get through anything because they’re so big, but those garbage trucks aren’t all-wheel drive. If they get stuck it’s hard to pull them out.” Then there’s the question of where residents should even put their garbage cans if they can get them to the road. With snowbanks piled high and plows still trying to clear shoulders and roadways, trash cans will often get in the way. That doesn’t mean customers aren’t calling and wondering why their trash isn’t picked up, even if they live on roads that haven’t been plowed.

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On Wednesday, March 18, Door County declared a state of emergency in the wake of the havoc created by Blizzard Elsa, March 15-16. The declaration enables the county to fully mobilize emergency resources, coordinate with state and regional partners, and expedite response and recovery efforts. “This storm has significantly impacted our communities,” said Door County Emergency Management Director Jeb Saelens. “We can continue to respond quickly, support our municipalities, and protect the safety of residents and visitors as recovery efforts continue.”

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“I like to think we’ve got great equipment,” Estes said. “But you learn that no matter what you have, Mother Nature is the boss. They don’t make equipment for this.” Estes and Johnson asked customers to be patient and said their teams will be playing catch-up into next week to get back on schedule.

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Storm Brings A Frozen Fortune about 550 period E tags. There were still more than 7,000 left for the final week, period F. Starting Saturday, any extras for zones where they’re available go on sale. The bonus authorizations cost $10 for residents and $15 for nonresidents. You must have purchased a license allowing spring turkey hunting and a wild turkey stamp before getting a bonus permit. The regular turkey license is $15 for residents and $65 for nonresidents. The 2026 wild turkey stamp is $5.25. Conservation Patron license buyers have those included.

Elsa’s remnants will provide boost to lakeshore streams by KEVIN NAZE gofishwisconsin@gmail.com Peninsula Pulse contributor

odern computer modeling has narrowed the margin of error, but pinning down an exact weather forecast beyond three days is still one part science and two parts creative fiction. That’s what makes last weekend’s historic snowstorm so impressive: several meteorologists had called for massive amounts of snow a full week ahead of time. I’ve been burned by five-day forecasts enough to know that looking at the 15-day outlook Tuesday for an idea of what the rest of the month could bring was at best, educated guesswork. That said, here’s what the experts were calling for March 17 through April 1: five days of 40s – the warmest flirting with 50 Saturday and Tuesday – and 10 days of 30s, including five straight to close out the month. Ten of the nights were predicted to drop into the 20s. Light snow was predicted on a number of those days. Nothing to see there; that’s about average for this time of the year. But last Saturday night through Monday afternoon? That was something most of us will remember for the rest of our lives. Many normally active people were homebound for two days, some even longer. While much of the county was paralyzed by the deep powder, there was another side to the story. City and county plow drivers worked overtime trying to clear the roadways. Meanwhile, business owners with the type of machinery required to carve up 4- to 6-foot drifts created by 2 to 3 feet of gale-blown snow toughed through a high-stakes harvest of what many in the business call ‘white gold.’ Skid-steer loaders – some with buckets and others with augers and blowers – were a common sight where plow trucks and shovels weren’t enough. For many of us, it’s already a soremuscle memory captured by our smartphones (perhaps so-named because

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they never have to pick up a shovel). For others, those willing and able to put in long hours cleaning up other people’s messes, Elsa brought a frozen fortune. A Boost for Streams If all that snow was instead rain, it’s likely that somewhere between 3 and 4 inches would have fallen across much of Door County. That’s a massive amount of water – roughly a month’s worth of ‘spring’ rain falling in a single weekend. As all that snow melts, what were very low river and creek levels will increase significantly. That’ll be a huge boost for walleyes, northern pike, suckers, rainbow trout and other spring spawners. When the winds allow and more launches free up from ice, more boaters will get after whatever fish species are legal. Currently, that’s almost everything

except Green Bay perch, bass and muskies. Top targets on the bay this time of year are walleyes, pike and brown trout, while trout – browns, rainbows and an occasional laker – are the main focus on the lake side of the peninsula. Water levels last weekend were up 2 inches from mid-February, but were down 2 inches from last year at this time. Lake levels were nearly a foot below the longterm March average, and have dropped about 46 inches since the monthly high set in 2020. As low as the water may seem, it’s still about 19 inches above the record low of 1964. Turkey Tags on Sale More than 100,000 leftover spring wild turkey permits in five zones went on sale this week. Zone 2 leftovers in period D sold out quickly Tuesday, as did all but

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Council Candidates in Districts 4 and 6 Discuss Priorities by KEVIN BONESKE kevin@ppulse.com

round 20 people attended a March 11 candidate forum at Sturgeon Bay City Hall for the April 7 spring election ballot. The Door County League of Women Voters hosted District 4 incumbent Spencer Gustafson, challenger Joshua Julian, District 6 incumbent Seth Wideranders, and challenger Susan Hilsabeck. In addition to their opening and closing statements, candidates shared their priorities during the 90-minute forum and responded to questions screened by the League of Women Voters after being submitted by the audience.

in how it funds certain projects. In TID #11 on the west side, where apartments and a residential subdivision are being built, he supported increased housing, but said those projects were unaffordable for average residents. “I would like to see growth in families coming, not going,” he said. “I’m concerned that is definitely an issue as of right now.” Gustafson said he supports the expansion of singlefamily housing in the city, specifically workforce

housing, and including a 60-unit affordable housing apartment project proposed for the west side. “The future of Sturgeon Bay is people living here and raising their families,” he said. “I think our housing efforts are trying to fix that.” A video of the forum is posted at the Door County League of Women Voters website, at lwvdoorcounty.org, and the City of Sturgeon Bay’s public access website at sbtv.viebit.com.

A Proven Judge vs. A Politician: The Clear Choice for Wisconsin (From left) The Sturgeon Bay Common Council candidates present for the March 11 Door County League of Women Voters forum at City Hall include: District 4 challenger Joshua Julian and incumbent Spencer Gustafson; and District 6 challenger Susan Hilsabeck and incumbent Seth Wiederanders. KEVIN BONESKE

District 6 Hilsabeck emphasized road maintenance and traffic safety, citing potholes on Eighth Avenue and suggesting enhanced enforcement of speed limits on Egg Harbor Road. “No family member should be hit by a car walking across the street to go to McDonald’s,” she said. Wiederanders agreed that speeding is a problem in District 6 and noted repaving needs along with increased emergency calls from new apartment complexes. “You park that many more people in a small area, and crime goes up and emergency calls go up,” he said. The candidates differed on the 27.5-acre Heron Crossing subdivision. Hilsabeck opposed the development, saying it would overdevelop the area. Wiederanders defended the plan, saying larger lots aren’t financially feasible and the market supports smaller lots. District 4 Julian, who has been critical of Tax Incremental Districts (TIDs), said the city should be more productive

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YOUR VOTE IS YOUR VOICE

2026

Longtime island supervisor steps down after 18 years by DEBRA FITZGERALD debra.fitz@ppulse.com

n election is coming up on April 7, and it’s where local democracy takes its most immediate shape. While state and federal races draw broader attention, these spring ballots determine who will serve Door County’s schools, county, city and towns – the elected officials who make decisions closest to daily life, from road maintenance and emergency services to zoning, taxes and classrooms. Turnout is often lower than in November, but the impact is significant. The people elected in April will set priorities, spend taxes and shape the character of their communities in ways residents see every day. It’s time to meet the candidates voters across the peninsula will find on their ballots, April 7. This spring’s election includes all 21 County Board supervisor seats, along with positions on the Sturgeon Bay Common Council and various town and school boards. Below, we highlight the contested races – where voters have a choice – and introduce the candidates seeking those seats. Longtime Supervisor Not Seeking Re-election Among the names that won’t appear this year is one that has long been a fixture on the County Board: Joel Gunnlaugsson.

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After 18 years of service, Gunnlaugsson has decided not to run again for the District 21 seat that represents Washington Island and a ward in the Town of Liberty Grove. He was just 31 when he first won the seat, the youngest supervisor on the board at the time. Living on the island, he also faced the board’s longest commute, Joel catching the ferry and driving more Gunnlaugsson, who has than half the length of the peninsula represented to attend meetings in Sturgeon Bay. Washington “It seemed the right thing to Island and a do to help the community and be ward in Liberty involved and keep things in order,” Grove for Gunnlaugsson said. 18 years, is Public service was already familiar not seeking territory. Gunnlaugsson had served re-election. Submitted. on the Washington Island town board, including as chair, before running for the county board. County government also ran in the family. Earlier, his great uncle, Nathan Gunnlaugsson, served as a county supervisor and helped make the decision to build the Door County Justice Center – a controversial project at the time. When Gunnlaugsson joined the board, the Justice Center had already been completed and the county’s focus had shifted to another project: converting the former highway shop on N. 14th Ave. in Sturgeon Bay into the county’s Aging and Disability Resource Center and an Emergency Services building. “That was probably the biggest thing that took time, energy and effort,” he said. Over the years, Gunnlaugsson said he was particularly proud of the work that ensured that island residents maintained comparable services with the rest of

the county – including improvements to emergency medical services on Washington Island. In 2020, the county purchased the historic Washington Island dairy building for $800,000 and renovated it into the island’s emergency medical services (EMS) facility. “Before that, they had EMS service, but they were renting two little bays that were small and inadequate,” Gunnlaugsson said. One thing he said the public doesn’t always notice is the amount of discussion and information that goes into the board’s decision-making on major projects. “The majority of times when there are big-ticket items or press-button issues, the committees and departments typically have more information than the public is aware of, and there are things the public doesn’t know that we know,” he said. “Those things go into decisionmaking.” Until this year, Gunnlaugsson said he wasn’t ready to retire from public office. Now, though, the timing feels right. He and his wife are raising four children – a high school senior, 13-year-old twins and an 11-year old – and it’s growing more difficult to balance public service with family life while running the family business, the Townliner Motel. “It was a good run,” he said. He expects he’ll miss it a little, but not as much as he’ll enjoy going to a ball game sometimes on Sunday now that he’ll no longer work the weekends to make up for weekdays spent doing county business. And best of all? “I’m going to finally mow my grass without turning on the headlights,” he said.

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Your Voice Has a Place – Where Decisions Are Made by MARYANNE O’DOWD leadership team, League of Women Voters of Door County

he Peninsula Pulse recently asked readers a simple question in one of its weekly polls: Do you attend municipal meetings? The response was telling. Municipal meetings have never been the hottest ticket in town, so it’s unlikely the newspaper expected a shocking number of readers to step forward and brag about perfect attendance. What was striking was something else. Very few people responded to the question at all. That small moment signals a larger truth about civic life. Democracy, for all its loft y ideals, ultimately runs on participation. Opinions matter, but only when they enter the places where decisions are made. Few of the decisions that shape daily life come from Washington, though that’s the place that demands most of our attention, especially lately. Those decisions happen much closer to home. They happen when a town board debates whether to approve a short-term rental application, when a county committee weighs a development proposal that affects the shoreline, or when a school board decides how to allocate resources or how to respond to parent concerns. Those conversations take place every week in meeting rooms across the peninsula. The decisions made aren’t likely to grab national headlines and must wrestle for precious, limited space on the pages of Door County’s two newspapers. Regardless of whether those decisions are reported in the media, they quietly shape how our communities grow and change. And here’s another civic reality that often surprises people: those decisions often unfold with very few members of the public in the room. Enter the local government meeting. Wisconsin’s Open Meetings Law exists for a simple reason. Government business belongs to the public. Meetings must be posted, discussions held openly, and votes taken in view of the citizens those decisions affect. Transparency, however, only works if someone is paying attention. And the curious thing about local government is how little attention it sometimes receives. That scarcity creates an unusual dynamic where even modest civic engagement can have an outsized impact, for better or worse. A single question during public comment can redirect a discussion and shift the focus of a debate. A handful of residents in the room can change the tone entirely.

DOOR COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS All 21 county board seats are up for election, but only six of those have contested races. Additionally, no candidate filed for the District 19 seat that’s been vacant since June 2025 following Patrick Voight’s resignation. That seat represents parts of Baileys Harbor, Ephraim, Liberty Grove and Sister Bay.

DISTRICT 3 Represents the Town of Clay Banks and wards in the towns of Forestville and Nasewaupee. The seat is vacant following the death of incumbent Roy Englebert on Nov. 24, 2025.

Janette (Jan) Guilette, 51, is an owner and architectural designer at countrywide construction and Design; owner at red Barn corn maze; owner at carnival Deer Processing; and landlord of long-term rental properties. She holds an associate’s degree in architecture from Northeast Wisconsin Technical college. This is her first time running for public office. She has been married to Kevin Guilette for 31 years, with four adult children and one middle-school daughter still at home. She was a past president and director on the Door county home Builders board; director on the Southern Door Business association board; secretary of the Friends of robert Baumann memorial Park board of directors; member of the Town of Forestville Zoning commission; and chairperson of the St. mary Stewardship committee. her other

volunteer activities include 4-h, parish and school contributions. Why are you running? I want to offer my experience and expertise in service to my local community and county. District residents rely on their supervisors to make informed and balanced decisions, which I will do. I consider every issue not just from my initial opinion, but I seek out the opposing view, striving to understand all perspectives. Whether it’s day-to-day operations or major county decisions, I’ll listen, ask questions and represent the voices of District #3. Describe your leadership style. my leadership hinges upon my integrity. Before leading, I assess the dispositions of my colleagues and work to garner their respect. In every endeavor, there is a time to listen, learn and discuss, and then a time to execute. I am not afraid to speak up on a committee, propose ideas and motivate or initiate action. I believe in keeping meetings and events focused and on task, which often involves delegating, empowering and encouraging others. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. my career started in personal finance with seven years in lending. Now, Kevin and I own and operate three small businesses, giving me a perspective from diverse industries that are all important to our county: home-building, tourism, and service. I’ve read every page of the comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. Through my years spent on various committees, I have created and interpreted budgets and financial reports, learning how to be successful with limited budgets. What are the top priorities facing Door County over the next few years? my priorities in office, to the extent that county government can influence them, in no particular order: Building and rehabilitating truly affordable homes for full-time residents, without compromising lodging options for tourists. Preserving our heritage and natural resources, while still seeking economic growth. maintaining our roads and infrastructure. Ensuring our Sheriff’s Department and Emergency Services have the tools they need to protect and serve

Elected officials need and want to hear from their constituents. But they’re not mind readers. You need to show up and make your views known. Still, presence does not guarantee a particular outcome, but what it does is something equally important. It reminds everyone in the room that decisions are being made not just for the public, but in front of it. Sometimes the simple awareness that neighbors are watching encourages officials to explain their decisions more carefully. That’s the quiet power of showing up. For those curious about how these meetings unfold, one easy entry point is simply observation. The League of Women Voters of Door County maintains an Observer Corps, a group of volunteers who attend municipal and school board meetings and summarize the outcomes in a straightforward, just-the-facts manner. Some of those observations appear each month in the Pulse through the League Lens column. The goal of this unique partnership is visibility, transparency and accountability. Observer Corps volunteers see how decisions take shape, how issues evolve from tentative discussion to final vote, and how easily local government can move quietly and unnoticed unless someone is paying attention. Entering the places where these decisions are made doesn’t require becoming an expert in local government. Nor does civic engagement demand one become a regular at municipal meetings. It can begin simply by glancing at a meeting agenda or meeting minutes (both are posted on government websites, and many are in the Public Notices section of the Pulse). It might mean showing up when an issue affects a neighborhood or signing up to learn more about the Observer Corps. Door County will be shaped by the decisions made in those meetings –in Sturgeon Bay, Sister Bay, Egg Harbor, Sevastopol, Liberty Grove, Brussels, and elsewhere – whether or not citizens are present. The Broadway musical Hamilton gave us the phrase “the room where it happens.” One of the most important rooms in a democracy hasn’t changed in nearly 250 years – it’s a nearby government meeting. And the door is open. Maryanne Giustino O’Dowd spent three decades in marketing and corporate communications leadership roles, working with large national and global organizations. Her focus now is on community storytelling and civic engagement in Door County, where she serves on local nonprofit boards and volunteer committees. She lives in Ellison Bay. For more information about the League’s Observer Corps or to volunteer, visit lwvdoorcounty.org.

effectively. and above all, using prudent judgment when allocating tax dollars. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the county board? my effectiveness will be evidenced by my influence on committee decisions. Occasionally, county issues elicit strong local opinions. a current example is the planning for the former Younkers building and historical museum. The six recent dissenting votes were not “successful” in swaying the board, yet they spoke for and represented their districts with integrity. I would consider casting such a vote on behalf of my impassioned constituents as a success as District #3 Supervisor.

Jason E. Tlachac, 55, is a quality engineer. he graduated from Southern Door high School, attended Silver Lake college and earned an associate’s degree in leadership development from Northeast Wisconsin Technical college. he was an elected Town Supervisor for Forestville for 7 terms (14 years) and a board treasurer for Southern Door Fire Department for 6 years. he has been married to Theresa Tlachac for 33 years, with two adult daughters in the education field and environmental law. he formerly provided animal control assistance in Forestville. Why are you running? From my years of working for a large publicly traded corporation, I understand large budgets, which directly applied to my role as a Town Supervisor. This fiscal knowledge, as well as collaboration with other board members, continued to further the goals of our local constituents. Describe your leadership style. I lead by example, I listen to the community, I watch for change and I am most aware of our surroundings and their cause and effect. my leadership is charismatic and responsible. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. I am a small business owner; I have strong interpersonal communication skills. In my time serving the Town of Forestville, I have had to handle conflict resolutions on multiple levels; we also collaborate as a team on budgets and, for

the most part, act in a professional manner. I apply the use of quality tools to analyze data and budgets. I also attend workshops to further my knowledge of ever-changing state legislation and its application. What are the top priorities facing Door County over the next few years? The increase in tourism, going from seasonal to now year-round, will impede the available resources for law enforcement, fire and emergency medical services, as well as the personnel required. Land (its use and availability) will also be a factor that requires responsible engagement. You want Door county to grow yet be able to retain the charm that yearly residents call home. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the county board? The community will be my results. They will be able to reach out with comments, questions and concerns.

DISTRICT 9 Represents Wards 4, 5 and 6 in the City of Sturgeon Bay. Incumbent Ryan Shaw is challenged by Amy Austad LaBott.

Amy Austad LaBott, 55, is the owner of four retail stores (two of those ace hardware stores in Sturgeon Bay and Sister Bay). She has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, is married to David LaBott, and has one child living at home. This is her first run for public office. Why are you running? I believe that I need to get more involved in our community. my father served on the county board for 40 years, and when he retired, I didn’t feel that I was ready to step into public office. Now it’s time, and I am hoping to serve my community for many years, just as he did. Describe your leadership style. I would like to say I am laid back, but definitely goaloriented. I lead by example and expect results

2 | ELECTION march 20-27/2026 from my team. I am in the business of helping people, and their opinion is what matters most. I feel that this kind of leadership and service will carry over into office. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. I own four retail stores in Door, Kewaunee and Outagamie counties, which required me to develop a diverse and high skill set. I wear many hats on a daily basis, from planning to hands-on tasks, making sure each store is running efficiently and profitably. What are the top priorities facing Door County over the next few years? Housing and workforce/employees would be two of them. Having businesses in Door County, I can see that the lack of housing is hurting our workforce, as well as not having affordable housing is not attracting younger generations to permanently relocate to Door County. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the county board? Getting re-elected.

PENINSULA PULSE with the historical museum, the EMS station in the middle of the county, and emergency communication system upgrades. The county board must be a leader, staying engaged and informed on all of these critical projects. I have experience with large project management and ensuring needs are being met at a reasonable cost. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the county board? I would love to hold regular coffee klatches to hear from community members and have the board consider adjusting meeting times to be more accessible for public participation. Another success would also be for the board to prioritize county staff and hire a fulltime human resources (HR) director. The administrator has been serving this role, but an experienced HR director is needed to provide critical leadership for dedicated public servants working for the county.

Philip Rockwell, 53, is Ryan Shaw, 36, works for Comprehensive Community Services as a rehab-level skills provider. He holds a bachelor’s degree in theatre arts from the University of WisconsinParkside. He is currently holding his first elected office as a County Board Supervisor. He is married to Anne Herring, with one son who still lives at home. He volunteers for community meals at Bayview Lutheran and at Third Avenue PlayWorks. Why are you running? I am running to make Door County the strongest community possible. When I first ran two years ago, it was important to me to have a board that represents the voices of all constituents, and this remains as important to me as ever. Over my upcoming years as a supervisor, I look forward to continuing to connect with constituents to elevate their voices and empower this community to engage on the important issues at hand. Describe your leadership style. With a background as a theatre professional, my leadership style has always been about collaboration. I truly believe that collaborating and working in concert with others is the path to success. No one person is more important than the group, and I try never to forget that. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. I have spent a full term on the county board. I have learned a lot over my first term, and I would be remiss if I didn’t emphasize that I have learned more in the past two years than I knew possible, and I’m excited for more. I have also worked in Health and Human Services since 2020, which gives me a unique perspective into one of the largest departments in our county. What are the top priorities facing Door County over the next few years? There are many challenges that we face as a county that will be important over the coming years. I believe it is past time that our county strengthens its environmental plan to protect our water and ground from contaminants, ensuring health and safety for our residents. It is also important that the county works across municipalities to bring forth solutions for housing. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the county board? The first path to success is making sure that our constituents are engaged in what is happening in our community. Over my upcoming term, I plan to continue to connect with constituents to help bring forward what is most important to them. I have other ways of gauging success that are more tangible, such as updating and strengthening our environmental plan, but I believe engagement is one of the most important measures of success.

DISTRICT 10 Representing Wards 3, 19 and 20 in the City of Sturgeon Bay. Incumbent Philip Rockwell is being challenged by Alexis Heim Peter.

Alexis Heim Peter, 36, is a natural resources program coordinator. She holds a bachelor’s degree in biology/economics from the University of MichiganDuluth and a master’s degree in environmental science and policy from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. She was appointed to the county board in 2019, serving through 2024, seeking election and re-election, unopposed, in 2020 and 2022. She is married to Matt Peter, with two kids at home, ages 8 and 2. She volunteers for Door County Mutual Aid. Why are you running? Community. Accountability. Collaboration. You’ll hear these words a lot from me. Our community will continue to be forced to make hard decisions, and I will work to ensure that our county is resilient in the unknown. I am running again because I know we can do better – and because experience and leadership matter when it comes to making informed decisions that affect families, businesses and future generations. Describe your leadership style. Collaborative. A mentor of mine sails, and we joke about being great first mates! I’m not a barking-orders kind of captain, but one that listens, directs and implements. I listen to folks on the ground familiar with the issues and the solutions. Before I form an opinion or make a decision, I weigh the voices, understand the options and the costs, and consider how to move forward in the best interest of the community. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. I served on the county board from 2019 to 2024. I have 20 years of customer service experience, listening and serving, and nine years of public service for a state agency, budgeting, prioritizing, understanding government function and the unique challenges. As a government employee, I am familiar with navigating contentious issues, seeking broad community engagement, and developing an understanding that solutions are built on trust, clear focus on community betterment and collaboration. What are the top priorities facing Door County over the next few years? I share the ongoing priorities of addressing the housing and childcare shortages and enhancing environmental protections. More imminently, the county has major projects

a self-employed carpenter and business owner. He graduated from Sevastopol High School in 1990. He was elected to the Door County Board two years ago and is currently serving his first term. He is married to Diane Rockwell with three children – two adults living away from home, and a daughter who attends school in Green Bay while living at home. He volunteers for the Sturgeon Bay Community Church and The 115 Club. Why are you running? I’m running to continue bringing a practical, real-world perspective to county government. I believe in fiscal responsibility, transparency and accountability. As a small business owner and tradesman, I understand the challenges working families face. Government should serve the people who live and work here, and I want to help keep it grounded, responsible and focused on the needs of Door County residents. Describe your leadership style. My leadership style is hands-on and respectful. As a business owner, I’ve done every job and understand the value of teamwork. I believe in encouraging people, listening to different perspectives and working together to solve problems. I lead by example, not intimidation, and I believe honesty and respect create the best environment for getting things done. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. I grew up around small business. My parents owned Esquire Dry Cleaners in Sturgeon Bay, where I learned early about responsibility and customer service. My wife and I later owned Door County Traders on 3rd Avenue for 15 years. As a contractor, landlord and business owner, I understand budgeting, managing expenses and the real-world challenges local families and businesses face. What are the top priorities facing Door County over the next few years? Key priorities include addressing our aging population, improving access to affordable housing, and supporting wages that allow people to live and work here. We must also maintain infrastructure and responsibly balance preservation with growth. Door County’s success depends on supporting the residents and workers who keep our communities strong year-round. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the county board? I measure success by staying connected with residents and listening to their concerns. Regular conversations with people in my district help guide my decisions. If county government remains responsible, transparent and focused on serving residents, and if the people I represent feel heard, then I believe I am doing the job well.

DISTRICT 16 Represents wards in the towns of Egg Harbor and Jacksonport. Incumbent David Enigl is being challenged by Theresa Cain-Bieri.

Theresa Cain-Bieri, 43, is the treasurer for the Town of Gibraltar. She holds a double-major bachelor’s degree in social science and Spanish and a minor in political science from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. She ran for a Jacksonport Town Board seat and was appointed in 2022, elected in 2023. She is married to Mike Bieri, with two children, ages 17 and 13, both Sevastopol students. Her 17-year-old daughter will serve in the United States Army in July. She has volunteered for Sevastopol school athletics and activities, the Mighty Pioneers Youth Sports Organization, Maifest, Cherry Fest, Winterfest, the Jacksonport Thanksgiving Parade, the West Jacksonport baseball team, Pumpkin Patch, Zion Lutheran Church and the Door County Fair. Why are you running? I am running because I possess the experience and knowledge for the role. I pride myself on being a steward of fiscal responsibility and have first-hand budgetary experience. I want to connect local municipalities to Door County government and act in a cooperative manner. There are opportunities to collaborate to save time, money and resources. Describe your leadership style. I was taught to lead from the front. I am imperfect, but true to my convictions. I stand up for my beliefs and am not afraid to speak up. When the county wanted to pass the costs for public safety communication upgrades onto local municipalities, I drafted a resolution and rallied municipalities to band together to reject the proposal. The pressure convinced the county to take on the project with minimal costs to municipalities. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. Serving in several municipal roles – clerk, treasurer and town board supervisor – I bring a variety of skill sets, situational knowledge and real-life experience that sets me apart from others. People want to be heard, and I will listen. I strive to keep learning. I believe if we are not constantly learning, we are failing. Continued education should be a life aspiration, constantly trying to better ourselves and others. What are the top priorities facing Door County over the next few years? Door County is not immune to the divisive state of the world. Cooperation and understanding need to be top priorities. The mid-Door EMS station needs to happen; the county has wasted 10 years. Mid-Door taxpayers deserve

the same response times as the rest of the county. Progress on the Younkers building is essential. Although an astounding amount of money has been spent – we could have built an EMS station twice – it still sits practically untouched. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the county board? It is not about policy, but outcomes that include responsible budgeting with stable or reduced taxes; building a mid-Door EMS station and improving public safety response times; maintaining our strong, tourist roots while encouraging more affordable housing projects and year-round employment opportunities; supporting intergovernmental collaborations; continuing the tradition of Door County land conservation and preservation; and maintaining public trust and resident satisfaction while encouraging public participation.

David M. Enigl is a municipal building inspector with a high school and job-specific higher education. He served on the Egg Harbor Town Board as an elected supervisor for more than 10 years before retiring from that public office. Why are you running? My initial interest started years ago when my son called me from college to tell me our supervisor had decided not to run. I called her, another county board member and others for their thoughts. Ultimately, I felt I had a different view to bring to the board and decided to run. Each new cycle, I reevaluate my value to the board and poll constituents, friends and county employees for their thoughts on my continuing. Describe your leadership style. I prefer to develop consensus whenever possible. I have been the chairperson for several county oversight committees. As the chair, I worked with the department head to understand the department’s ongoing operations; the good, the bad and the ugly, and worked with them to support the department to continue forward. When running a meeting, I strive to give every member the opportunity to provide input on the agenda item and ask my questions near the end. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. I believe anyone participating in their government brings valuable skills and experiences. A diverse board is a constituentrelevant board. My life’s path includes agriculture, construction, renewable energy, project, business and employee management, financial, IT and more. More than 30 years in town, county and state government, including governance, ordinance, zoning, construction code development and enforcement. While some experiences may not appear to be considered ‘relevant,’ they continue to help mold my decision-making process. What are the top priorities facing Door County over the next few years? This continues to be doing the most with the monies available while getting closer to ‘hitting’ the wall. Municipalities statewide have the same difficulty finding funds to provide the ever-increasing state-mandated services and those expected by the residents and visitors alike. The levy limit doesn’t help. The remodel of the former Younkers’ building into archives, the communications towers update, and the Central EMS Station are the projects that are highest on those priorities. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the county board? I consider myself to be conservatively logicbased. All decisions, regardless of how benign they may appear, have consequences and ripple effects throughout the operation. I see the County of Door as a business, but unlike corporations, where they are expected to show a monetary profit, our ‘shareholders’ expect services provided as effectively as possible with the monies we have available. Projects I may not personally consider necessary, I may find constituent value in voting for.

DISTRICT 17 Represents wards in the towns of Baileys Harbor and Jacksonport. Three candidates filed for the seat, triggering the only primary election in Door County on Feb. 17. Voters advanced incumbent Bob Bultman and Dave Smith to the April ballot. Below is some basic information about the two candidates. To review their complete profiles and questionnaires, which we published in the paper the first week in February, please visit doorcountypulse.com/meet-the-district-17county-board-candidates/.

Bob Bultman, 56, Bob has a BS in Geoscience from the University of WisconsinMadison. He is single with one son who is a junior at Gibraltar High School. Bob is self-employed as a consulting naturalist and educator and runs RestoreDoore Ecological Services and Door County Prairie Company. He is a state-certified Level II firefighter and has served with Baileys Harbor Fire and Rescue for 26 years. He’s been on the Door County Board of Supervisors since first elected in 2018.

Dave Smith, 71, Dave has a BSBA in Accounting from Bucknell University and an MBA in Finance from the University of Pittsburgh. He is married to Sally Smith and has two adult sons and three adult stepchildren. He retired in 2022 as CFO of Koss Corporation in Milwaukee and currently serves as the treasurer for the Town of Baileys Harbor. This is his first run for public office.

DISTRICT 21 Represents Washington Island and Ward 3 in the Town of Liberty Grove. Incumbent Joel Gunnlaugsson is not seeking reelection. See the separate story about Gunnlaugsson’s long service on the county board in this issue of the Peninsula Pulse.

Nancy Barnowsky Goss, 75, is retired. She graduated from Gibraltar High School in 1968 and attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison from 1968 to 1972. When she decided to retire in 2009 from the Village of Ephraim, where she served as zoning administrator/administrative assistant, she ran for Liberty Grove town board supervisor and has been serving ever since. She has also consistently served or chaired the following Liberty Grove committees or commissions: Planning, Finance, Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Fire Board and Tourism Zone. She is married to Thomas Goss, with one adult daughter. She is the founder and president of the Greater Escarpment Organization of Door County, a nonprofit that supports expanding education about the Niagara Escarpment. Why are you running? I want to be a voice at the county level for Liberty Grove and Washington Island. I think I can do a good job. I am well-versed in Liberty Grove issues. I need and want to hear from Islanders what issues they face. I planned a greeting/listening session on the Island on March 7 to begin that learning process. Describe your leadership style. Listening first. Observing. Hearing from all sides of an issue, if possible. Then, making a decision for the best overall choice for the community. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. I am patient and good at listening. I am able to change my opinion based on testimony. I am detail-oriented. What are the top priorities facing Door County over the next few years? I see one major priority that is either directly or tangentially connected to several others: getting a handle on short-term rentals (STRs), and in particular, curbing multiple housing stock purchases by equity investment businesses. Attainable housing is scarce to nonexistent. We are losing our EMTs, firefighters, physical therapists, teachers – the middle-class fabric of our community – due to a lack of housing. There is little the county can do at this time, but I would like to see local government push a little harder at the state and federal levels to do two things. First, revisit the state definition of STR. It is not a “residential use” as currently defined. Nothing about purchasing and owning six separate properties and renting them from another state is “residential.” This needs to be changed to reflect reality. Second, the state and federal levels of government should correctly define the “business” of multiple STRs – those that are not the owners’ primary residence – which would allow local governments to license accordingly. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the county board? If I can clearly understand the issues, contribute intelligently to the discussion and perform as a respected member of whatever committee (s) I serve on, I will feel that I am succeeding.

Joe Rogers, 39, is the director of security and EHS (environment, health and safety) at Fincantieri. He holds a master’s degree in public administration from Aurora University. He served on the board of trustees for the Warrenville Fire Protection District in Illinois from 2021 to 2024. He is married to Megan Rogers, with two boys, ages 8 and 6. He is a paid-on-call firefighter/EMR for the Washington Island and Egg Harbor fire departments. He is also an American Legion member, Post 402 (Washington Island), and a ranger network mentor for the 75th Ranger Regiment. Why are you running? I am running because I believe I have a lot to offer my community. Not only do I have experience in local government as an elected official, but I also spent a few years working in leadership roles for the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management in a county of approximately 1 million people. From a business perspective, as a director for three shipyards, I have a lot of exposure to best business practices. Describe your leadership style. I try my hardest to emulate a servant leadership style. I have been blessed with a lot in life. It is important to me to also give a lot back. I choose to be actively involved in my community to serve others around me for the betterment of my community. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. •Data analysis and decision-making: Leveraging data, identifying trends, and improving processes to guide important strategic decisions for the County. •Project management and leadership: Leading initiatives, managing timelines and coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve County project goals. •Communication and stakeholder management: A successful member of government must be able to deliver clear and actionable decisions to the county and its stakeholders. This will build unity and strong relationships within the community. What are the top priorities facing Door County over the next few years? •Housing and workforce: Addressing the shortage of affordable, year-round housing to support the workforce, focusing on innovative construction and financing. •Infrastructure and services: Expanding childcare hours, improving transportation and enhancing public safety services for vulnerable populations. •Environmental protection: Safeguarding water quality and managing land use to balance development with natural, scenic preservation. •Fiscal management: Managing a 2026 budget that includes a 2.7%-3% tax levy increase and funding major projects like a $13 million public safety radio system. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the County Board? Fiscal responsibility/budget integrity metrics include: •Maintaining a balanced budget. •Keeping tax levy increases at or below the rate of inflation, or within sustainable growth targets. Community impact, quality of life and transparency metrics include: •Tracking new business permits and local employment rates, while increasing affordable housing. •Monitoring effectiveness in emergency services. •Ensuring that all board agendas, budgetary data and performance reports are timely and accessible.

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TOWN RACES TOWN OF GARDNER Two supervisor seats are up for election. Incumbent Ted Anderson is running uncontested, but there’s a race for the Supervisor 4 seat between incumbent Glenn Dart and Bryan Ford. We did not receive a questionnaire from Dart.

Bryan Ford, 54, is a hardware store manager. His military education includes work as a master training specialist, safety specialist, operational risk management facilitator, organizational leadership instructor, survival evasion resistance and escape instructor, and flight engineer instructor. His civilian education includes an associate’s degree in small business management and entrepreneurship from Northeast Wisconsin Technical College. He is married to Lisa and has two children, ages 22 and 16. He is a member of AMVETS and VFW, and serves as a youth football coach and youth football league board member, homeowners association board member, youth baseball coach, personal finance specialist volunteer, motorcycle safety mentor and Habitat for Humanity volunteer. This is his first time running for public office. Why are you running? I’m running to serve as a true representative for Gardner residents. I promise to listen closely to the community and always vote with the majority will – even when it conflicts with my own views. Our rural lifestyle, farms, lakeshore and families deserve leadership that prioritizes neighbor input on roads, taxes and services to keep Gardner affordable, safe and true to its character. Describe your leadership style. My leadership style is servant and coaching. As a servant leader, I prioritize serving the community first – listening to residents, showing empathy and putting the needs of Gardner’s families, farmers and neighbors ahead of personal views. In a coaching approach, I focus on empowering others through encouragement, collaboration and constructive guidance to help the board and community grow stronger together. Ultimately, I promise to represent the majority will of residents in every vote. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. My most relevant skills include strong listening and clear communication, developed during my 22 years in the Navy, where collaborating effectively, understanding diverse viewpoints and sharing information precisely were critical for mission success. I’ve applied these in leadership roles throughout my life, including management, logistics and budgets. This equips me to gather resident input thoughtfully and to explain issues transparently. What are the top priorities facing your town? The top priorities are the Southern Door School District funding referendum and the town zoning referendum. What we do after these votes matters most. If the zoning referendum passes, I will actively seek resident input to ensure we implement it exactly as the community intends. If my personal opinion differs, I will openly share it, discuss it with residents and still vote with the majority will – not my view or another board member’s. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the town board? I will measure success primarily by how many constituents I’ve directly talked with about how we should conduct town business – through meetings, events, calls or doorto-door conversations. Success also means ensuring last fall’s mill rate increase is spent wisely and transparently on priorities like roads, services and maintenance, with clear reporting to residents. True success is when the community feels heard, decisions reflect the majority will and trust in town government grows.

TOWN OF LIBERTY GROVE Four candidates are seeking one of two seats up for election: incumbent Dan Watts, and Rick Kingsbury, William David Sherman and Sylvan Welcome. Incumbent Billy Appel is not seeking reelection.

Rick (Richard) Kingsbury, 76, is a marina manager at Yacht Works in Sister Bay and a facilities manager at the Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Library. He graduated from Wauwatosa East High School in 1968 and earned an associate’s degree from Milwaukee Area Technical College in 1972. He has been married to Julie since 1974 and has two adult children. This is his first run for public office. Why are you running? After serving on the Liberty Grove Finance Committee, I saw how a person can effectively manage the town’s finances for the citizens. With that in mind, I feel I can contribute meaningful input to the town board given my background. Describe your leadership style. Factual ability to listen to others to provide a definitive answer. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. For over 30 years, I managed Walgreens stores. For 20 years, I have managed the marina and office for Yacht Works. What are the top priorities facing your town? Taxes, town roads, housing and shortterm rentals. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the town board? Meeting timelessness, decision-making timeliness, implementation and compliance.

William David Sherman, 56, is a musician. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English literature from Union College. He is married to Jennifer Sherman and has no children. He volunteers at The Clearing. This is his first run for public office. Why are you running? I often ask myself that question. I think it’s because I want to give back to the community and help shape our future in a way that addresses the challenges that come with growth while

march 20-27/2026 ELECTION | 3 honoring the culture and natural beauty that make Liberty Grove such a special place to live. Or, it could be for the ability to get out of speeding tickets that a cushy government job is sure to bestow. Describe your leadership style. I lead from behind, like a wolf. When travelling, the strongest and fastest wolves are up front protecting the weaker ones in the middle. The pack leader brings up the rear and keeps an eye on things. I like to delegate authority and allow others to apply their skills and strengths to a given task. I’m a good listener. I am kind and empathetic. I have a desire to understand other perspectives. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. I have served on condo boards. I am a good communicator, open-minded, and have the ability to see both sides of an issue. As a bandleader, I often had to act as a liaison between parties with varying interests and find consensus. As the spouse of a regional planner, I am familiar with issues that I may have to consider. I have an uncanny ability to wake up right before my alarm clock goes off. What are the top priorities facing your town? Affordable housing. Balancing property rights with the desire to retain the rural character that makes Liberty Grove such a wonderful place to live. Rowleys Bay recovery and development. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the town board? As a town board member, I will be charged with spending our tax dollars responsibly. If at the end of my term we have allocated our resources in a way that maximizes their effect without increasing our tax burden, then I will consider my time in office a success.

Dan Watts, 67, is a self-employed technical consultant. He graduated from Zion Benton Township High School in 1977 and earned a vocational electronics certificate from Waukegan Area Technical School in 1978. He has been married to Mary Lucas for 36 years and has one child, age 28. He has served as a member of the Liberty Grove Plan Commission and Technology Committee and the Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Fire Board. He has also contributed to the Liberty Grove Historical Society. He has served as Liberty Grove Town Supervisor since 2022. Why are you running? Before my first election, I was a member of the Liberty Grove Plan Commission. For the next election, no one was running for an open board position, and someone asked if I would be willing to serve. I enjoyed working on the Plan Commission and there was a need for another town supervisor, so I said yes. I’ve learned a lot about what it takes to run the town and want to continue to serve. Describe your leadership style. I want as much perspective from the public and fellow board members as possible. I then do any research needed on the topic to be as informed as possible. Then I will consider what is best overall for the town, both now and how it may affect things for the town in the future. You can never have too much input when making decisions that can have long-lasting effects. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. I have been the key designer or manager for many large and complex projects for over 40 years. I’ve learned the importance of good communication. I’ve made some hard decisions where it was impossible to please everyone. After weighing up all the facts and issues, I have always done what I thought best, even when I knew it would likely prevent future promotion. I’ve always prioritized my current job, not a future position. What are the top priorities facing your town? The town’s main responsibilities are maintaining our roads and parks. Public safety via a well-equipped fire department is also a large budget item. Liberty Grove’s primary goal is to maintain its rural character with all future development. That is key while moving forward with town-wide fiber for high-speed internet and the development of Mariner Park. This must be done while keeping property taxes as low as possible and not taking on unnecessary debt. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the town board? Judging my “success” on the board can’t be boiled down to metrics except for keeping taxes and debt low. Changes to the town are inevitable. The key is balancing development with property rights while maintaining, as best as possible, the beauty, peace and quiet of northern Door County that we all love. If 25 years from now, the general aesthetics and quality of life in Liberty Grove are similar to today, I would consider that success.

Sylvann Welcome, 67, is a business manager. She holds a bachelor’s degree in biology and environmental policy. She is married to Pamela Donart-Welcome with no children. She has volunteered for five years as an emergency medical first responder for the Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Fire Department. She has served on the Town of Liberty Grove Parks and Property Committee for almost six years, and on the Town of Liberty Grove Community Development Committee for one year. This is her first time running for public office. Why are you running? Community service is, I believe, an important part of the foundation of our democratic republic. Without the participation of the people that it represents, especially at the state and local level, the government may have sails, but it will lack a tiller. After the years I have spent on committees, I think that the town can be more efficient, but it will require cooperation by other levels of government. Describe your leadership style. I don’t like to sit and watch others “do.” I prefer to be hands-on. It’s the best way to understand and see a problem from every side, form a solution, and weigh both its benefits and weaknesses. Part of that process often requires the input and participation of those affected by the issue at hand. I am not embarrassed to admit when I don’t understand something. Solutions often present when the right question is asked. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. The knowledge I’ve gained working on town committees and projects has definitely given me important insight into how our town government works, and has revealed the constraints placed on our town government by county and state law. Those

constraints often create inefficiencies and slow the wheels of progress. It is one area I am interested in seeing changes. What are the top priorities facing your town? Housing. The Community Development committee that I chair is working with Michelle Lawrie of the Door County Economic Development Corporation, looking for affordable housing opportunities for year-round residents in Liberty Grove. Businesses need reliable labor to work and to make Door County the destination that keeps visitors coming. Young people want and deserve more than a $1,800/month apartment, and if a senior wants to downsize, there should be a better option for them, too. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the town board? I believe that the Town of Liberty Grove could, at times, move faster. Voters want results they can see – projects finished and goals accomplished. However, what I would consider the best measurement of my success would be inspiring more people to attend meetings and get involved by joining one or more of the town committees and participating in their local government. Often, nothing affects you more directly than decisions made at the local level.

TOWN OF SEVASTOPOL Four candidates are seeking one of two seats up for election: incumbent Jeanne Vogel, and Kimberly Denil, Stacie Leist Denil and Keith “Buck” Felhofer. Incumbent Trent Olsen is not seeking re-election, and we did not receive a questionnaire from Felhofer.

Kimberly Denil, 55, is a finance director. She graduated from Ashland High School in 1988 and earned an associate’s degree in accounting with additional leadership and managerial classes at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College. She is married to John and has three grown children. She previously ran unsuccessfully for a Sevastopol Town Board seat. Why are you running? There needs to be a leadership change in the Town of Sevastopol to better represent the people of the town and their best interests and preferences. It is a common feeling amongst the people that they do not have a voice and are unable to freely express their feelings or wishes to some of the current members. It is discouraging that people just stop going to the meetings because they feel their opinions are dismissed. I feel some decisions have been self-serving and not community-serving. Describe your leadership style. I believe everyone should have an option to equally contribute to ideas, and I prefer a group discussion and not one person dictating their expectation and what the outcome should be. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. I have over 30 years of accounting and leadership experience. I have been a business partner in the Town of Sevastopol for almost 19 years, which I think is extremely relevant to appreciating the locally owned businesses and their needs as well. What are the top priorities facing your town? Safety and well-being of the town’s people and its community service offerings, so the community is properly represented as the town continues to grow. We also need to protect the businesses that are in the town to ensure a stronger community. I would like to see people attending the monthly meetings and leaving feeling like they are a part of the town, not discouraged or dismissed. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the town board? If we can be successful in encouraging growth and a feeling of community instead of separation and division, everyone succeeds.

Stacie Leist Denil, 36, is a licensed practical nurse. She graduated from Sevastopol High School in 2007 and trained in Northeast Wisconsin Technical College’s medical assistant and practical nursing programs in 2008 and 2017, respectively. She is married to Derek Denil and has three children, two of whom attend Sevastopol Elementary School. She assists her husband, the Brussels Boys Scout Troop Den Leader, with activities and meetings. This is her first time running for public office. Why are you running? I am running because this community is my home. It is my past, my present and my future for myself and for my family. I want to protect what makes Sevastopol special, which I believe to be our rural character, strong families and local values. I believe in responsible budgeting, transparent leadership and making decisions that reflect the voices of our residents. Describe your leadership style. My leadership style is collaborative and peoplecentered. I believe the best decisions come from listening to residents, encouraging open discussions and working together to find practical solutions that serve the whole community. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. As a licensed practical nurse in a very busy orthopedic clinic, collaboration is required every single day. In the nursing field, I have learned to listen first before making decisions, communicate clearly and compassionately, advocate for patients who may not feel heard, work as part of a team to solve problems, and stay calm and focused when under pressure. Just as in healthcare, strong communities are built when leaders listen, gather input and work together toward practical solutions, which is what I would like to bring to the Town of Sevastopol. What are the top priorities facing your town? The top priorities facing the Town of Sevastopol are balancing development with rural, agricultural and natural resource preservation. If we focus on maintaining our rural character by respecting our property rights, preserving farmland and protecting groundwater, then we can plan thoughtfully for the next generation. Other priorities include maintaining infrastructure and roads, improving internet quality access, keeping property taxes stable, ensuring a fair tax rate and responsibly managing the town budget. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the town board? When I see more families utilize the town park because I was able to apply for grants for new playground equipment to

go with our new bathrooms and remodeled concession stand, I would consider that a win for myself. I will measure my success not just by the projects that I complete, but also by whether taxes remain stable, roads are maintained, development is responsible and residents feel heard. If our groundwater is protected, our budget is sound and our community remains strong and unified, that is success to me!

Keith “Buck” Felhofer, 66, is retired. He is a 1978 graduate of Sevastopol High School. He is single and volunteers at St Peter & Paul Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. This is his first run for public office. Why are you running? To listen to the differences between Bay Shore Drive, the lakeshore, and what used to be the backbone of the township. The town has several private associations and we need to bring everybody together Describe your leadership style. Listen to the people, be involved and organization. I am a people person, and I like to get involved and listen to the differences between what the town needs and doesn’t need. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. Twenty-seven years at the Door County Highway Dept, involved in every township from Washington Island, Liberty Grove, to south of Clay Banks. I have worked with the town leaders and chairs in every town, county line to county line, north, south, east and west. What are the top priorities facing your town? Listen to the people and reconnect the people of the town with the town board to coexist and make a stronger community. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the town board? The feedback and the input from the people of the town will determine my success.

Jeanne Vogel, 71, is retired. She graduated from Southern Door High School and studied to be a medical assistant at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College. She continues taking real estate courses biannually. She has been married to Dale Vogel for 50 years and has two adult children. She is a certified master gardener with the Door County Master Gardeners and supports the Philanthropic Education Organization’s mission to provide scholarships for women. She was elected in 2020 as Sevastopol Town Board Supervisor, currently serving her third two-year term. Why are you running? I’m running again to continue serving the Sevastopol community. I believe in public service! I have led the effort to bring high-speed internet to the entire Sevastopol community. I want to see the project through to completion. Describe your leadership style. I try to lead by example with focus, purpose and commitment. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. As chair of the Town of Sevastopol Communications and Technology Committee, I work with committee members providing a platform for sharing ideas with consideration of the budget and a focus on the benefit to the Sevastopol community. In the course of my successful 25-year career as a real estate professional, I learned to listen and respond to people’s concerns and needs. I have also served as president of a nonprofit organization. What are the top priorities facing your town? Road maintenance and replacement are ongoing issues. I believe the town board has done a very good job while being cognizant of budget constraints. Completing the Schauer Road project in cooperation with the Department of Natural Resources, County of Door and the Town of Jacksonport is also a priority. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the town board? The Town of Sevastopol is in excellent financial condition. The town board operates with transparency, with open meetings that are live and recorded on the Sevastopol YouTube channel.

TOWN OF WASHINGTON Three candidates are seeking one of two seats up for election: incumbents Rich Ellefson and Brian Mann, and Lee Baxter. We did not receive a questionnaire from either of the incumbents or a photo from Lee Baxter.

Lee Baxter, age 65, is retired. He has a GED. He has been married to Karin for 36 years this June. He has no children. He goes to church and is involved in Bible study. Why are you running? I am running for the town board to serve my community. I am 65 years old and retired, and have time to serve my community on the board. Describe your leadership style. My leadership style is that I worked for the Town of Washington for 32 years. I ran the parks and cemetery, and then I got promoted to the highway crew. I think I know everything about all the buildings that the town owns on the island. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. My skills and experience were previously mentioned in the last question. I have experience in most of the town’s buildings. I have experience working on the machinery the town uses now. I know some of the committees for the town. I know the grounds. I know lots of stuff about the town and can share this with the board. I am a fourth-generation Islander and have known and worked with past members of the town crew. What are the top priorities facing your town? The top priorities facing the Town of Washington right now are housing, fixing and maintaining the infrastructure of our buildings, and getting the roads repaired and maintained. This is what I believe is happening in the town right now. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the town board? My success on the board can be gauged by my wisdom and experience working for the town. I can make the right decisions by listening to both sides first and not just one side. I will count on the Lord Jesus Christ to guide me. I will then do what He wants me to do. I will make decisions that will benefit Washington Island.

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feel heard, informed and able to reach their local government when they need help, that is success. Strong communication and measurable progress on key issues are the best ways to evaluate the work of a city council.

DISTRICT 4 Incumbent Alderman J. Spencer Gustafson is being challenged by Joshua Julian.

J. Spencer Gustafson, 31, has served as the alderman for District 4 since April 2020. He graduated from Sturgeon Bay High School in 2013 and studied criminal justice at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College. He is single with no children. Why are you running? I am running because I deeply care about Sturgeon Bay’s future. Like many graduates of Sturgeon Bay High School, I once left to pursue my career but found my way back home. I believe our city should be a place where people can build careers and raise families. During my time on council, I have focused on housing opportunities, supporting small businesses and improving infrastructure, especially roads, where we have made strong progress. Describe your leadership style. My leadership style is collaborative and transparent. A strong community is one that is informed and engaged. Residents deserve access to accurate information about what their city government is doing. I work hard to be accessible and responsive to questions and concerns. I believe leadership means listening first, bringing people together to solve problems, and making thoughtful decisions based on facts and the long-term interests of our community. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. Six years on the city council have given me a strong understanding of how our city operates and how decisions affect residents. Earlier in my career, I worked for the Wisconsin Department of Justice, providing digital forensic support on complex investigations. Today, I work in education technology, serving students in Sturgeon Bay. These experiences strengthened my problemsolving, communication and ability to work with people to find practical solutions for our community. What are the city’s most important issues? One of the most important issues facing Sturgeon Bay is maintaining fairness in our tax system while the cost of services continues to rise and outside aid declines. Housing is also a major priority. While progress has been made, we still need housing that supports our workforce and service industry. Continuing to invest responsibly in infrastructure such as roads and parks is also critical for the long-term health of our city. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the council? I measure success through real outcomes. That includes improving road and infrastructure conditions, expanding housing opportunities and responsibly managing city finances. I also believe accessibility matters. If residents

STURGEON BAY SCHOOL DISTRICT Among Door County’s five school districts, there is only one contested school board race this year, and that’s in the Sturgeon Bay School District, where four candidates are running for three seats: incumbents Allison Haus and Damion Howard, and Jeff Matson and Cliff Wind. Incumbent Tina Jennerjohn is not running for re-election.

Allison Haus, 44, is a geochemist. She holds a bachelor’s degree in geological science from Arizona State University and a Ph.D. in geochemistry from the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. She has been on the school board since first running in 2023 and, for the past year, has served as the board treasurer. She has been married for 16 years to Nick Haus, with four sons at home, who currently attend three of the five district schools. She serves on the Library Foundation Board and as co-chair of the Hope Church Board of Education. Why are you running? Strong public schools are central to our thriving community in Sturgeon Bay. I want to continue helping to ensure that our schools provide the opportunities that best prepare each student for their pathway after graduation, so that every child can achieve their potential. I also want to support our teachers and administrators as we, like so many districts in the state, continue to navigate challenges around budget and resources. Describe your leadership style. In leadership, I strive to reframe problems such that we don’t lose sight of our goal and values (i.e., providing the best education and opportunities to our students). I value creative problem-solving and collaboration, inclusive and transparent communication, and information sharing so that community members understand how decisions are made. When facing budget challenges, I believe in a balanced, informed approach grounded in data, evidence and careful analysis to guide responsible decisions. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. My background in science has trained me to approach complex issues with careful analysis and evidence-based thinking. As a parent of four active and engaged children in our schools, I bring a personal understanding of the opportunities and challenges families experience. In my professional role, I regularly balance fiscal responsibility and input from multiple stakeholders to make strategic decisions, experiences that help me approach district priorities in a responsible and forward-looking way. What are the top priorities facing the Sturgeon Bay School District over the next few years? The top priorities facing our district in the coming years include continuing to serve and educate our students towards their success, fostering a healthy and supportive environment for our teachers,

Joshua Julian, 33, is an owner/entrepreneur. He was homeschooled through high school, then attended Western Technical College in La Crosse in 2014 and Diesel Truck Driver Training School in Sun Prairie in 2017. He is married to Mariel Julian and has two children at home. Why are you running? I am running because the community deserves an alderperson who is diligent, hardworking and devoted to making our community the best it can be. Raising my children here has engendered a civic duty in me that has driven me to run for this seat. Describe your leadership style. My father raised me to actively listen and to follow through on tasks. As an alderman, I would lead by example and not ask anyone to do/ vote for something that I wouldn’t do myself. I try to focus on getting opinions and asking the hard questions in order to make informed decisions. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. Business and fiscal management of Door County Jet Skis and Julian Business Group LLC. What are the city’s most important issues? Inflated spending, creating debt, infrastructure, housing shortage and poor economic development. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the council? Success would look like a balanced budget, funding schools, improving civic services, cutting wasteful spending and removing the city from TID (tax incremental district) and TIF (tax incremental financing) dependency. We need to get back to the basics and put the yearround residents of Sturgeon Bay first.

DISTRICT 6 Incumbent Alderman Seth Wiederanders is being challenged by Susan Hilsabeck.

Susan Hilsabeck, 68, is a semi-retired family nurse practitioner. She graduated from Sturgeon Bay High School, earned an associate’s degree in nursing from Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, a certificate in human development and teaching, a bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, and a Master of Science in Nursing–Family Nurse Practitioner from the University of PhoenixSouthern Arizona. She previously served District 12 on the Door County Board of Supervisors, leaving mid-term of the fifth term for a nursing position on the Navajo Nation in Chinle, Arizona. She also ran as a candidate

administrators and staff within the district, and responsibly managing the trust and fiscal support we receive from our local community, even as we receive decreasing levels of financial support from the state level. How important is it to convey information about the school’s budget and aid to district residents? How will you do so? Sharing information transparently is essential to maintaining our trust with the community. I frequently find myself sharing the challenges around school finance with friends, family or any community member who will listen. But for a broader audience, I’d invite people to explore the significant budget documentation available on the district webpage, including in informational board packets. The approved budget is also published in the paper in October.

Damion Howard, 48, is a food service leader at Kwik Trip Convenience Stores. He is a 1996 graduate of Sturgeon Bay High School with a bachelor’s degree in hospitality and business management from the University of Phoenix. First elected in 2021, he’s running for his third term on the board. He is married to Nicole Howard and has four children – one adult and three at home, one graduating this spring. He volunteers for choir boosters and community events and chaperones student activities. Why are you running? One of the main reasons I decided to run again is service. I believe that my experience as a parent, volunteer and now board member enhances our board, and provides a great opportunity for future candidates. Describe your leadership style. I believe that a good leader always pays attention to others’ strengths and provides the opportunity for a collaborative work environment. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. My experience as a parent/board member has been very insightful. Having a student with needs opens your eyes to the challenges educators, administration and board members face. We all do our best in our roles and plan to continue to learn and represent the community as a whole. What are the top priorities facing the SBSD over the next few years? Budget cuts are huge! We as a district need to be mindful of another year with a surplus at the state level. Staff retention, compensation, student achievement and declining enrollment are all top priorities. I also believe transparency and community engagement need to improve. Why do we not see more parents and community members at board meetings? How important is it to convey information about the school’s budget and aid to district residents? How will you do so? Again, I have to put my parent hat on and recognize that this is an essential part of my job as a board member. I have learned that a lot of residents and parents don’t know how school dollars are spent. I was one of those parents, and I am grateful to have the opportunity to serve on the board. If any community member, parent or grandparent

for the Wisconsin State Senate District 1 in 2002, unable to unseat the incumbent Alan Lasee. She has been married to Ronald Hilsabeck since 1976, with three adult children and six grandchildren. Past volunteer contributions include work with the Sturgeon Bay Jaycees, as a Sunday school teacher, in hospice, with church activities, and with children and the elderly during the Christmas season. Why are you running? Zoning and development have led to overbuilding. Residents wonder, when is enough development enough? Residents in District 6 strongly believe that the Heron Crossing Subdivision did not need to be upzoned to R2 zoning designation. This land was not recognized as an existing neighborhood; on the map, it was called “in fill.” The R1 designation would have worked with the established single-family neighborhood and made for a more appropriate plan for families. Describe your leadership style. Situational leadership has proven to me to be successful in building trust and empowering a team to achieve common goals. Integrity and sincerity go a long way, and they are essential for long-term credibility and building lasting relationships with constituents. Emotional intelligence is necessary to comprehend people’s needs and value their opinions, as well as manage emotional situations under pressure. Flexibility is needed to handle challenges and changing circumstances in complex social situations. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. Life experience in working through policies/guidelines/managing/ educating/delivering care rooted in integrity and trust. Working hard my entire career to earn the trust of those I have cared for and dealt with. As someone who has spent almost her entire life in Sturgeon Bay, I care deeply about what happens in District 6. I raised my family here and want to make sure that this city remains as quaint and beautiful as it has always been. What are the city’s most important issues? The challenges are property taxes and budget, tourism versus residents, environmental stewardship, and legislative and financial roadblocks. District 6 will be losing its rural aesthetics – beauty and wildlife that represent the reason visitors come to Door County. The changes come at the expense of destruction to the natural beauty and higher taxes to local taxpayers. Property taxpayers are questioning the formula used for assessing their properties. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the council? My success will be gauged by the constituents. I hope my reputation and honesty will speak for themselves, and that people will refer to me as someone who truly listens and cares. I want my constituents to be able to say they trust me, and they know without a doubt that I’ll do the right thing for District 6 and for them.

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Jeffrey Matson, 38, is a business development manager at Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding. He earned a bachelor’s degree in naval architecture and marine engineering from the University of Michigan and an MBA from the Milwaukee School of Engineering. He ran unsuccessfully for the Sturgeon Bay School District board in 2024. He is married to Nicole Matson and has two children at home. He has volunteered to coach youth sports and assist in the Door County Pond Hockey Tournament, and he served on the board of directors for a startup nonprofit that aimed to improve childcare in Door County. Professionally, he has been involved with various community outreach events for Fincantieri, including the Rotary Club and Boys and Girls Club. He is on the board for the Sturgeon Bay girls basketball booster club (Front Court Club) and serves as vice chair of the Great Lakes and Great Rivers section of the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers. He also volunteers with the Sturgeon Bay Historical Society, the Sturgeon Bay band program and middle school fundraising efforts. Why are you running? Strong public schools are essential to Sturgeon Bay’s future, and I want to ensure all students have access to quality education, safe environments and opportunities to grow. I want to ensure our district continues to provide exceptional educational opportunities for every student while supporting the teachers and staff who make that possible. I’m committed to maintaining high academic standards, fiscal responsibility, and strong ties between the district and the community. Describe your leadership style. My leadership style is collaborative and servant. The board’s responsibility is to give the superintendent and his staff the tools they need to be effective. I believe in listening first, evaluating input from multiple perspectives, and then making decisions grounded in facts and long-term impact. I value open communication, accountability and teamwork – principles that are critical in education. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. Professionally, I’ve spent years working in strategic planning and business development, which has given me experience with budgeting, project management and long-range organizational planning. I’ve led teams through long-term projects, balanced complex budgets and built partnerships that align resources with real needs. As a parent of school-age children from outside academia, I will bring a real-world taxpayer perspective to the board. What are the top priorities facing the Sturgeon Bay School District over the next few years? Most important is passing the upcoming operational referendum [after the April 7 election]. Other key priorities should include attracting and retaining quality teachers and adapting learning to today’s students. Many projects that the school is looking to undertake will improve and modernize the facilities. Another priority is

Seth Wiederanders, 53, is a certified mental health peer specialist at JAK’s Place in Sturgeon Bay. He graduated from Sturgeon Bay High School in 1991, earned some college credits, and has been a certified peer specialist since 2016, recertifying every two years. He served as alderperson for District 6 in Sturgeon Bay for eight years. He is single with no children. He represents JAK’s Place as a mental health professional on the combined County CCS (Comprehensive Community Services), CST (Coordinated Services Team), CCOP (Children’s Community Options Program) Committee, having served on this committee since it started in 2016. He also served as a board member for the League of Women Voters of Door County from 2014 to 2018, and the League of Women Voters Mental Health/Substance Use Education Committee from 2018 to 2023. He has volunteered at the Door County YMCA as a substitute tai chi instructor since 2014. Why are you running? I have enjoyed serving on the city council for four terms. I appreciate the constant professionalism and skills of my fellow council members and city staff, and I feel like we’ve accomplished a lot. I like representing my district on the council and would like the opportunity to continue to do so. I feel well-suited for the position and really appreciate all the work that goes into making our little city a great place to live. Describe your leadership style. Being on the city council is a big responsibility; we oversee a $23 million budget, and I don’t take that lightly. I show up to every committee meeting having done the reading and the research necessary to have a meaningful discussion, no matter the topic. As a community leader, I am always accessible and accountable, responding quickly when people reach out. People want to feel heard and respected; usually, a conversation over the phone is all that’s needed. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. I have served on many boards and committees over the years, including for the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Door County, which opened JAK’s Place in 2006, and for Lakeshore CAP from 2009 to 2015. I have served as a staff coordinator, which is much like serving on the city council in that I take issues from people directly to city staff. I know how to be the person representing different groups that need to work together. What are the city’s most important issues? A lot of people were hit with big property tax increases in 2025. I took calls from people all over the city. The city must absolutely do its part to keep costs down without reducing services. Other issues include two large housing projects to finally bring more real affordable housing to Sturgeon Bay, as well as negotiations with the firefighters’ union. What metrics or results will you use to gauge your success on the council? If people are not satisfied with the city, they will express themselves, especially on social media. I prefer to have a civil conversation in person or over the phone if possible. People who know me as an alderperson aren’t afraid to approach me in public, and they do so frequently. I will gauge my success by the things I hear from people in the community. ensuring fiscal responsibility in a state climate that is experiencing an increased burden being passed to school districts. Expanding community partnerships and preparing students for both college and technical careers are also essential. How important is it to convey information about the school’s budget and aid to district residents? How will you do so? Communicating clearly about the district’s budget and finances is essential. Most of us experienced a tax bill increase this year. Public trust depends on transparency – residents deserve to see how their tax dollars are spent and how funding decisions support student outcomes. I would advocate for regular newsletters or newspaper inserts to make the school’s finances timely, understandable and accessible. Open communication builds confidence.

Cliff Wind, 57, is a retired high school math teacher who served for 31 years at Sturgeon Bay High School. He holds a bachelor’s degree with honors in math and economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a master’s degree in math education from UW-Oshkosh. This is his first time running for public office. He has been married to his wife, Carmen, for 30 years and has two adult children. He has volunteered for the Door County Century Ride, the Fall 50, Sturgeon Bay Band Parents, the girls basketball Front Court Club, and as a coach at various instructional levels. Why are you running? As a recently retired Sturgeon Bay teacher, I am passionate about public education. I want to continue to give back to the community and help the students of our district. Describe your leadership style. As a teacher, I would characterize my leadership style as organized, adaptable and empathetic. I have good communication skills and want to continually improve and learn. Describe your most relevant skills and experience. I have a very analytical and problem-solving mind. I would also offer a unique historical perspective as a retired Sturgeon Bay teacher, a parent of two Sturgeon Bay graduates and a long-time Sturgeon Bay taxpayer. What are the top priorities facing the Sturgeon Bay School District over the next few years? Maintaining academic excellence while dealing with state budget cuts is a top priority. Providing learning activities to all of our students will be accomplished by attracting and retaining superb teachers and support staff. How important is it to convey information about the school’s budget and aid to district residents? How will you do so? It is very important for the school district to help residents understand the complexity of state aid and why schools across the state, including Sturgeon Bay, need to go to operational referendums. I would be willing to share relevant information on a Facebook page or meet with people because I believe in transparency of information.

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t the end of May, two teams of Washington Island middle schoolers will travel to the University of Maryland to represent their school on an international stage. SeaPerch, a program by RoboNation, challenges students to build underwater remotely operated vehicles (ROV), competing against other schools to complete tasks or navigate courses. Washington Middle school students can choose Island students to be a part of the Washington Island pilot remotely SeaPerch team as one of their electives, operated vehicles underwater as they according to middle school math and navigate obstacle science teacher and team co-advisor courses and Miranda Dahlke. complete tasks. Dahlke and tech ed teacher Matt SUBMITTED Sullivan meet with the group every day to teach them the basics of underwater robotics. Each student takes on a specific role within their team – structural engineer, mechanical engineer or electrical engineer. Separating work like this not only creates a clear division of labor but also encourages students to work with their counterparts on other teams. “They [students] then do a very specific task, just like engineers within the real world,” Dahlke said. “So, if they get to do it [SeaPerch] multiple years, they get to try other engineering roles.” Each team builds one vehicle designed for either the obstacle course or the mission course. The former requires students to navigate a series of hoops and barriers as quickly as possible, explained sixth grader Zac Gunnlaugsson, where the latter asks students to pick up objects and move them to a designated point, measuring the number of tasks completed within a given time. The mission task also has an annual theme, sixth grader Devon DeJardin said, which maps the project onto real-world needs, this year’s being “storm response.”

“You have to move storm debris and water samples from one platform to the other,” he explained. From sketching designs to cutting PVC pipe and building controllers, students build their ROV from scratch under the supervision of the team advisors, who teach students how to use new tools, like soldering irons and multimeters. Fifth grader Annie Olcher, a structural engineer for her team, said she learned to use a mallet and hand saw for the first time through SeaPerch – and to measure twice and cut once. To qualify for the international competition in May, Washington Island teams competed at the regional level in Ashwaubenon on March 7. Team Hurricanes – DeJardin, Zac Gunnlaugsson and Landon Mann – earned first place and Team California Girls – Olcher, Tug Gunnlaugsson, Freya Sorensen and Penelope Monfort – earned second place, both qualifying for Maryland. “It was just a rush of adrenaline when we heard the first place team announced that it was from Washington Island,” DeJardin said. While both teams were confident in their ROVs, neither team knew for sure if they would place in the top three going into the competition. Of the seven students headed to internationals, only Tug Gunnlaugsson has been before. There, everything is on a bigger scale, he said, the size of the pool, the common meeting spaces and the number of teams. Last time he went, students would walk between tables and introduce themselves, asking where other students were from and gifting small trinkets, like keychains, from their hometown. “You get to talk and learn how other people have built their ROV and their strategy,” Tug Gunnlaugsson said. As the teams prepare for this next competition, they will continue to improve their vehicles based on their performance in regionals. The Hurricanes, for instance, hope to make their ROV more compact, team member Mann said. To learn more about SeaPerch, visit seaperch.org.

County League Season Opens May 10 It’s tough to think about baseball when you’d have to plow a 30inch trench to find the baselines on the field, but the 2026 Door County Baseball League season is around the corner. The season kicks off on Mother’s Day, May 10, with defending champion Kolberg hosting Institute, Maplewood at West Jacksonport, Egg Harbor at Washington Island, and Sister Bay at Baileys Harbor. Sunday’s games will begin at 1:30 pm, while Friday’s games will start at 7:30 pm during the 14-game regular season. The 2026 Door County Baseball League schedule is as follows: May 10 Institute @ Kolberg Maplewood @ West Jacksonport Egg Harbor @ Washington Island Sister Bay @ Baileys Harbor May 17 Maplewood @ Institute Sister Bay @ Egg Harbor Washington Island @ Kolberg Baileys Harbor @ West Jacksonport May 24 Institute @ Sister Bay Kolberg @ Baileys Harbor Washington Island @ West Jacksonport Egg Harbor @ Maplewood May 31

Kolberg @ West Jacksonport Institute @ Egg Harbor Sister Bay @ Maplewood Baileys Harbor @ Washington Island June 7 Washington Island @ Institute Baileys Harbor @ Egg Harbor West Jacksonport @ Sister Bay Maplewood @ Kolberg June 14 Institute @ West Jacksonport Egg Harbor @ Kolberg Sister Bay @ Washington Island Maplewood @ Baileys Harbor June 19 Baileys Harbor @ Institute June 21 West Jacksonport@ Egg Harbor Kolberg @ Sister Bay Washington Island @ Maplewood June 28 Kolberg @ Institute West Jacksonport @ Maplewood Washington Island @ Egg Harbor Baileys Harbor @ Sister Bay July 5 Institute @ Maplewood Egg Harbor @ Sister Bay Kolberg @ Washington Island West Jacksonport @ Baileys Harbor July 12 Sister Bay @ Institute Baileys Harbor @ Kolberg

West Jacksonport @ Washington Island Maplewood @ Egg Harbor July 17 Egg Harbor @ Institute July 19 West Jacksonport @ Kolberg Maplewood @ Sister Bay Washington Island @ Baileys Harbor July 24 Egg Harbor @ Baileys Harbor July 26 Institute @ Washington Island Sister Bay @ West Jacksonport Kolberg @ Maplewood July 31 West Jacksonport @ Institute August 2 Kolberg @ Egg Harbor Washington Island @ Sister Bay Baileys Harbor @ Maplewood August 7 Institute @ Baileys Harbor August 9 Egg Harbor @ West Jacksonport Sister Bay @ Kolberg Maplewood @ Washington Island POSTSEASON PLAYOFF GAMES – TBA The first-place team plays the fourth-place team and the secondplace team plays the third-place team. Highest-seeded teams have home-field advantage.

fter 10 head-to-head rounds with the only other remaining student at the 2026 Green Bay/Kewaunee Regional Katie Quigley Bee, Southern Door sixth grader poses with her Katie Quigley earned a well-fought second place second place. trophy from “I’m really proud of the winner the 2026 Green and myself,” she said. Bay/Kewaunee Regional Bee, Quigley began competing in her earned after school spelling bee when she was 10 head-toin fourth grade. Her memory has head rounds. always been pretty sharp, she said, AMMIE an asset for memorizing thousands ANDERSON of words. To qualify for the regional spelling bee, a student must win their school bee, which Quigley has done for the past two years. Last year, in fifth grade, she placed 9th in the regional competition, making this year’s second-place finish a huge accomplishment. In preparation for the event on Feb. 27, she received a list of 4,000 words to memorize. She memorized more than half of them using her own strategy. “I look at the word, say it in my head, look away from the paper and take a notebook and write the word down from what I remember, and then look, ‘did I spell it right, or did it spell it wrong?’” she explained. “And if I spelled it wrong, then I would write it five times more, spelling it the right way.” Quigley enjoys learning new words and their meanings, she said. She spelled some seriously complex words to earn her second-place trophy, including “obeisant,” meaning to show respect or deference. She ultimately lost on the word “pinnacle,” meaning the highest point of achievement. “Next year, if that word comes up, I know,” she said. Quigley plans to compete in the two remaining years she is eligible, seventh and eighth grade. And considering the student who won this year is an eighth grader headed into high school, she’s got a pretty good shot at earning the first-place title and moving on to the state spelling bee. She may have to make more room on top of her dresser, though, where she keeps all of her spelling bee awards so she can see them every day. Quigley hopes accomplishments like hers will encourage schools to put effort into academic extracurriculars, like spelling bees. “I think we need to be recognized for how smart we are,” she said. Later adding, “people out there have things that they want to share.”

sports NOTES DCL SEEKS UMPIRES The Door County League is reporting shortages in its umpire pool again leading up to the start of the 2026 season on Mother’s Day, May 10. With retirements and long traveling distances, the league is stretched thin on fielding eight umpires every week. DCL Umpire-in-chief Roger Van Lanen is urging anyone interested in becoming a baseball umpire to document their experience or seek certification through the WIAA to be considered. Candidates will take the WIAA test and be required to have a background check. Umpires are compensated for each game they officiate. “Whether behind the plate or in the field, umpires are key to a successful season of great hometown baseball,” Van Lanen said. “For the love of the league, step up to the plate.” Van Lanen can be reached at (920) 609-2214 or email rogervanlanen@gmail.com.

AMID WINTER WEATHER, SPRING PRACTICES UNDERWAY Though the recent blizzard has covered the local fields with several inches of snow, practices for high school spring sports are underway. Track and field teams, which are able to begin competing in their first meet this month indoors, were able to start official practices March 9. Weather permitting, their first outdoor meets are set to start early next month, with Southern Door and Sevastopol scheduled to host meets April 7 Official softball practices began March 16. The first games on local teams’ schedules are early next month, with Gibraltar/Washington Island set to host Sevastopol on April 7. Baseball practices begin March 23, with the first games scheduled to begin in early April. The county’s two girls soccer teams start practices March 23, with their first games in early April as well, weather permitting.

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A long-standing partnership between Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC) and Door County Learning in Retirement (DCLIR) is expanding learning opportunities for Door County residents through broader collaboration with the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. For more than 20 years, NWTC and DCLIR have partnered to offer lifelong learning courses and enrichment opportunities for Door County residents of all ages. DCLIR will continue to operate and offer courses through NWTC’s Sturgeon Bay campus. In addition to DCLIR programming, community members may also register for NWTC community education courses offered at the Sister Bay Learning and Innovation Center and the Sturgeon Bay campus. Starting July 1, DCLIR will begin working with UW-Green Bay Continuing Education to broaden community learning opportunities. Through this collaboration, UW-Green Bay will offer access to its inperson and online Lifelong Learning courses and provide additional administrative and logistical support to DCLIR. Community members interested in lifelong learning opportunities in Door County

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SOUTHERN DOOR APPROACHES REFERENDUM VOTE As the April 7 election nears, the Southern Door County School District is providing final details regarding an operational referendum. With the current $975,000 operating referendum set to expire in June 2026, the Board of Education is asking the community for permission to exceed state-set revenue limits to maintain daily operations and meet emerging district needs. Voters will find a single question on the ballot asking to authorize the district to exceed the revenue limit by $3.15 million per year for three years (2026-27 through 2028-29). These funds are designated for non-recurring purposes, specifically compensation, safety and security, operations, and programs. If approved, the referendum is estimated to maintain the current tax/mill rate of $6.99 over the next three years. Early voting begins on Tuesday, March 24, and election day polls will be open on Tuesday, April 7. For information on voting, including absentee ballot information, visit myvote.wi.gov/en-us. For details, visit the district’s referendum page at tinyurl.com/5ftet5tz.

NWTC OPEN HOUSES DRAW 400+ Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC) welcomed more than 400 prospective students and family members to its annual spring open house events on Feb. 24 at the Green Bay, Marinette and Sturgeon Bay campuses. Visitors toured classrooms and lab spaces, connected with faculty and staff, and gained insight into the career paths NWTC offers. Participants could apply for free and learn about admission testing, financial aid and student support services. Sturgeon Bay Northeast For more information, visit Wisconsin Technical College nwtc.edu. campus staff welcome students for an open house in February. SUBMITTED

door NOTES COMMUNITY GRANT APPLICATIONS DUE The Women’s Fund of Door County, a component fund of the Door County Community Foundation, is now accepting applications for its spring community grants program. Grants are given to organizations and programs that seek to address the needs of local women and girls by providing education and information; building self-esteem and dignity; and supporting solutions to critical issues. For details, visit womensfunddoorcounty. org/grants. Grant applications are due on March 23. Last year, the Women’s Fund of Door County provided community grants for a variety of projects, including the following: • We Are HOPE’s technology and coaching support program, which addressed barriers to technology and offered support for women’s personal and professional development. • Active Seniors Options’ HomeFit education series, a program that offered workshops to address the need for safe, accessible housing for older adults, especially older women. • HELP of Door County’s basic needs assistance program, which provides emergency support for women escaping dangerous relationships. • Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Northeast Wisconsin’s girls mentoring program, which provides one-on-one mentoring using highimpact support interventions.

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Gallant has strong ties to Door County through her husband, Sam Bathke’s, family in Sturgeon Bay. Gallant holds a bachelor’s degree in social science from Boise State University. She has worked for a variety of nonprofit organizations since 2013, most recently as the director of philanthropy and community outreach for Volunteers in Medicine, a free clinic in Bend. Gallant and her husband have two young children, both attending NDCC. The family has settled in Baileys Harbor.

SUPPORT THE DOOR FOOD DRIVE Community business associations across Door County are coming together for the Support the Door Food Drive, running now through May 1. Drop-off locations include Marchant’s Foods (1367 Cty DK in Brussels), the Sturgeon Bay Welcome Center (36 S. 3rd Ave.), Door County Coffee (5773 Hwy 42 in Carlsville), the Egg Harbor Welcome Center (7860 Hwy 42), the Kress Pavilion (7845 Church St. in Egg Harbor), the Baileys Harbor Post Office (2398 Bluff Road), the Baileys Harbor Library (2392 Cty F), the Fish Creek Stella Maris Catholic Church (4012 Hwy 42), Visit Fish Creek (4097 Hwy 42), the Ephraim Post Office (3043 Cedar St.), Bhirdo’s (10748 N. Bay Shore Dr. in Sister Bay), Door of Life Church (2731 Hwy 42 in Sister Bay) and Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church (11836 Hwy 42 in Ellison Bay).

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LAPTOPS DONATED TO LOCALS IN NEED AT&T and Compudopt provided 50 laptops to the Door County Economic Development Corporation to distribute to two organizations that assist local families – Sunshine Resources and Help of Door County. Funded by AT&T, this effort is part of the company’s initiative to help address the digital divide by promoting internet accessibility and affordability. The donation was announced at an event on Monday, March 9, at Sevastopol High School. After the laptop distribution, New North, Inc. will offer digital literacy resources to help recipients build skills and navigate the online world.

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The Bold Vision of Bob Harlan Team president turned around the Packers by MYLES DANNHAUSEN JR., myles@ppulse.com

f you grew up in the 1970s or 1980s, you were part of a window of Packers fandom that only knew the team as a laughingstock, the Browns of that era. In fact, Green Bay fans would have been overjoyed to swap places with the Cleveland fans in the ‘80s. The Packers were a once-great franchise that was now irrelevant. The team had missed the playoffs for 21 straight non-strike-shortened seasons, and there was little reason to think fortunes were changing. Yet I still fell in love with them in the fall of 1987. A few Tim Harris sacks and Walter Stanley punt returns were enough to tease me into believing the Pack would be back one day. But in my formative years, the Bears seemed unbeatable and San Francisco, Washington, Miami and Denver might as well have been playing in a different league. That all changed when the Packers named Bob Harlan as team president. Harlan died March 5 at age 89, and though he never wore a Packers helmet, his decisions were as impactful as any moves in the team’s modern history. Harlan took over as team president in 1989 after nearly two decades with the organization. By 1991, Harlan had seen enough of business as usual in Green Bay, and with five games left in the season, he fired general manager Tom Braatz and hired a no-nonsense football man to replace him in Ron Wolf, to whom he gave complete control of the football side of the franchise. Wolf somehow convinced Mike Holmgren to come to Green Bay and made a trade for a quarterback

named Brett Favre who was on the verge of flaming out of the league. A year later, Wolf recruited Reggie White to the woebegone franchise, and the transformation from laughingstock to powerhouse was underway. White, Favre and Holmgren deserve immense credit for the turnaround. There’s plenty of luck involved, too. (From left) Former Packers President Bob Harlan with his son Kevin, the longtime NFL and NBA announcer, at Lambeau Field. But it all started with Bob Harlan. Bob Harlan led the resurrection of the Packers football and By giving Wolf total control over football, Harlan financial fortunes from 1989 – 2008. COURTESY OF KEVIN HARLAN could turn his attention to the business side of the Green Bay Packers. And even as Wolf was creating a team that would win one Super Bowl and reach another, That campaign to rebuild Lambeau Field finally the franchise was in financial peril. passed in 2000, 26 years ago. That’s five more years than After the team’s back-to-back Super Bowl the team’s post-Lombardi malaise. It has now been 34 appearances, Harlan didn’t take a victory lap. Behind years since Holmgren and Favre arrived in Green Bay, the scenes, Harlan and his team knew the NFL was which means that every Packers fan under the age of 40 changing, and that even with the salary cap in place to only knows the team as consistent winners and a model level the financial competition for players, the Packers franchise, the way I grew up thinking of Washington, would need to drive more local revenue to fund all of the New York and San Francisco. other expenses that come with running an organization. And it’s all because Bob Harlan had a new vision for a So Harlan started the hardest work of his career – franchise and a city that few others could see. selling a sales tax to fund a $295 million renovation of Lambeau Field to a small city. Studies have shown A public celebration of the life of Bob Harlan will that public funding for stadiums for billionaire owners be held Monday, March 23 from 3:30 - 5 pm in the is a poor investment, but Green Bay doesn’t have one Lambeau Field Atrium. rich owner, and thus may be the only city where the calculation is different. What is Green Bay without the Packers? The measure – funded through an additional .5% sales tax – barely passed, getting approved with 53% of the Aug. 17, 1953 - March 14, 2026 city vote. Robert Henry ‘Bob’ Barnard, Under Harlan’s leadership, the Packers launched 72, of Sturgeon Bay, passed an expansion and renovation of Lambeau Field to away peacefully at his home create a year-round destination for football fans, adding entertainment and restaurants in addition to with his family on Saturday, more luxury seating. They expanded Lambeau into an March 14, 2026. His battle entertainment complex, setting an example for teams with pancreatic cancer was across the professional sports landscape to drive indicative of his desire to revenue beyond just 8-10 home games each year.

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life NOTES As a free public service to our readers, the Peninsula Pulse presents Life Notes, devoted to the notable milestones in life, from birth to significant birthdays to engagements, weddings and obituaries. The deadline for submissions is noon on Friday. Send submissions to lifenotes@ppulse.com. The Pulse reserves the right to edit submissions to conform to space. Call 920.839.2121 for details. Birth notices are from Door County Medical Center in Sturgeon Bay unless otherwise noted.

DEATHS See full obituaries. Robert H. Barnard Aug. 17, 1953 - March 14, 2026 Robert J. Lardinois Feb. 27, 1932 - March 10, 2026

OBITUARIES Orland Wilfred Diefenbach Dec. 7, 1935 - March 13, 2026 Orland Wilfred Diefenbach, of Algoma, died March 13, 2026. He was born Dec. 7, 1935 in Algoma the son of the late Henry Louis and Edna Mathilda Alvina (Wilke) Diefenbach. After his graduation from Algoma High School in 1954, Orland served his country in the U.S. Army Company C 3D Battalion communications unit at Wertheim, Germany. Upon his honorable discharge in 1960, Orland continued his service with the Army Reserves. In 1977 he went to work for Bay Ship and retired there after nearly 30 years. Funeral services will be held at 11 am on Friday March 20, 2026 at Schinderle Funeral Home in Algoma. Entombment will be at Shrine of the Good Shepherd Mausoleum at Nicolet Memorial Gardens, Town of Scott. Friends may call on Friday at Schinderle Funeral Home from 9 am until the time of service at 11 am. William R. Roberts March 6, 1942 - March 13, 2026 William R. Roberts, 84, passed away March 13, 2026 in Green Bay. Bill, later rebranded Will, was born March 6, 1942 in Waukesha, to Everett and Ruth (Dresner) Roberts. Will taught art at Sturgeon Bay High School for 35 years, retiring in 2002. He was also a staunch teachers’ union representative. After retirement, he moved to Madison, where he enjoyed painting, drinking good beer, pampering his two rescue dogs, and spending time with his many friends and neighbors. One of his proudest accomplishments was hiking the entire Ice Age Trail. Will is survived by three children: Andy (Rosi) Roberts, Ben (Alisa) Roberts, and Anna Farrell (Josh Lambrecht); four grandchildren: Grant (Miranda), Noah (Sabryna), Truman, and Katherine; and one great grandson, Archer. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and his son, John. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Ice Age Trail Alliance.

Karen Marie (Theis) Moore July 18, 1942 - March 12, 2026 Karen Marie Moore, 83 of Sturgeon Bay, died on March 12, 2026 at St. Vincent Hospital. She was born July 18, 1942 on the Arthur Herison Farm in the town of Lincoln; the daughter of the late William and Mary (Herison) Theis. After graduating from Casco High School she pursued her nursing education and received her LPN from a Green Bay vocational school. Karen worked at Algoma Memorial Hospital and St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay, then Dorchester Nursing Center in Sturgeon Bay for over 30 years. Karen married Robert Leon Moore April 25, 1974 in Sturgeon Bay. Family and friends of Karen may call on Monday evening March 23 from 4 to 7 pm at Huehns Funeral Home and on Tuesday morning from 9:30 am until the time of service. Funeral services will be held at 11 am on Tuesday March 24 at Huehns Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Bayside Cemetery.

ROBERT J. LARDINOIS Feb. 27, 1932 - March 10, 2026

Robert J. Lardinois, 94, Green Bay, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. He was born on Feb. 27, 1932, in Rosiere to the late Dan and Sara (Delfosse) Lardinois. Bob was drafted into the United States Army in 1952 and served in the Korean War. On Nov. 26, 1955, he married Marian Schott at St. Kilian Catholic Church in New Franken and together, they celebrated 61 years of marriage. She preceded him in death on Nov. 10, 2016. After his time in the Army, Bob worked at Liebmann Packing in Green Bay for over 17 years. Bob then went into the real estate business and remained there in one capacity or another for the rest of his life. He enjoyed spending time with his family at the cabin in Amberg. He also liked deer hunting, fishing trips to Canada and anything outdoors. Bob and Marian traveled extensively to destinations both stateside and abroad. He also looked forward to going out to eat with his “Kroll’s” friends. In 2017, Bob had the opportunity to take part in the Old Glory Honor Flight in recognition for his service to his country. Bob was a faithful and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and an all around good person who you could rely on. He is survived by his sons, Tom (Cindy) Lardinois, Randy (Katie) Lardinois, John (Mary) Lardinois, and Kevin (Ann) Lardinois; daughter-in-law, Toni (Chris) Lardinois-Baeb; grandchildren, Melissa (Jeremy) Saunders, Jason (Amy) Lardinois, Joe (Maggie) Lardinois, Jordan Lardinois, O’Brien (Megan) Campbell, and Jamel(special friend, Sam) Robertson; nine great grandchildren; siblings, Margie Columb, Vincent (Sandy) Lardinois, Chris (Al) Carlotto, Colleen (John) Koenigseder, and Dan (Barb) Lardinois; many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives and friends. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by three sons, Joseph Lardinois, David Lardinois, and James Lardinois; siblings, Buelah (Melvin) Delaruelle, Margaret (Lester) Macco, Melvin (Anita) Lardinois, Wayne Lardinois, and Stanton (Theresa) Lardinois; brother-in-law, Darrell Columb; and many other family members and loved ones. Visitation will be held at the Proko-Wall Funeral Home, 1630 E. Mason St., Green Bay, on Friday, March 20, 2026, from 4 to 7 pm. Parish wake service 7 pm. Visitation will continue at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 2040 Hillside Lane, Green Bay, on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 9 to 10:45 am. Funeral Mass at 11 am on Saturday at the church with Rev. Adam Bradley officiating. Burial will take place at St. Kilian Catholic Cemetery, New Franken. Online condolences may be expressed at prokowall.com In lieu of floral expressions, a memorial fund will be established. The family would like to extend a special and heartfelt thank you to Chris & Al Carlotto, Mike Loritz and Susan Strebel for all of their kindness and care they showed to Bob over the years.

handle every obstacle that came his way. He was born on Aug. 17, 1953, in Sturgeon Bay to Raymond and Emma (Crow) Barnard, the youngest son of their ten children. Robert graduated from Sevastopol School and attended NWTC to study welding. He worked many years at Peterson Builders Inc. (PBI) building ships and at Peninsula Creations building cabinets. On June 22, 1974, Robert Henry Barnard and Jeanne Linda Erickson were united in marriage in Juddville at the Hermitage, home of Jeanne’s parents, Howard and Miriam Erickson. Robert and Jeanne were members of the Sturgeon Bay United Methodist Church, where Jeanne sang in the choir and Robert was a trustee. Jeanne preceded Robert in death on August 21, 2022 after 48 years of marriage. Bob was an avid hunter and loved the outdoors. He helped manage the Barnard Orchards for many years. In later years, the orchard was turned into forestry preservation land where he and his family have enjoyed hunting for decades. He mentored many of the younger generations in his family while they were hunting together, an annual tradition. Bob was also a Boy Scout troop leader for several years through the Sturgeon Bay United Methodist Church. He enjoyed making mass amounts of venison stew for the annual Boy Scout dinner as well as being the unofficial potato masher for the Lumberjack Supper. Bob was an active member of the Henry S. Baird Masonic Lodge where he was a Worshipful Master. In his later years, Bob was the keeper of all the family genealogy as it was a passion of his to document the family origins. He enjoyed traveling all over the US to visit family and keep the connections strong. He also loved a raucous card game with family and friends, often extending into the wee hours of the morning. Bob imagined himself to be a cowboy. He lived vicariously through all the Western movies and television series he watched over and over. At any time you visited the house in recent years, you were sure to see him watching John Wayne while cuddling with his best buddy, his silver lab, Macintosh. Bob will be missed by his loving children, Ann (Bryan) Birnschein and Andrew (Becky) Barnard; grandson, Rachata (Dorca) Birnschein; siblings, William (Jeanne) Barnard, James Barnard, Thomas (Branch) Barnard, Kathy (Bob) Zimmerman, Carl (Christine) Barnard, and Mariellen Haen; siblings-in-law, David Hamilton, Sylvia Carpenter, Liz (Bob) Dickson, Michele (John) Packett, MyChi Erickson, and Soledad (Matthew Mikkelsen) Erickson; plus many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanne; parents, Raymond and Emma; parents-in-law, Howard and Miriam Erickson; siblings, Margaret Hamilton, Douglas Barnard and David Barnard; brother-in-law, Tony Haen; niece, Elizabeth Barnard; nephews, Baby Jonathon, Kevin Barnard, and Tyrone Packett. Robert’s life will be honored with a memorial service on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 11 am. at the Sturgeon Bay United Methodist Church (836 Michigan St.). Luncheon to follow in the fellowship hall. He will be laid to rest in Bayside Cemetery in Sturgeon Bay at a later date. Visitation for family and friends will be held at the church on Saturday morning from 9 am until to the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Robert’s name to the Sturgeon Bay United Methodist Church, Henry S. Baird #174 Masonic Lodge, or the Sturgeon Bay Boy Scout troop. The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Unity Hospice and to the Door County EMS team and first responders for their care and compassion. Huehns Funeral Home, Inc. & Door County Crematory LLC of Sturgeon Bay are assisting the Barnard family. Expressions of sympathy, memories, and photos of Robert may be shared with his family through his tribute page at HuehnsFuneralHome.com

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STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, DOOR COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DAWN BELLE DIETRICH Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 26 PR 14 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth July 13, 1945 and date of death December 30, 2025 was domiciled in Door County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 6776 Djuplin Road, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is May 27, 2026. 5. A claim may be filed at the Office of the Door County Justice Center - Door County Courthouse, 1205 South Duluth Avenue, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Room C258. BY THE COURT: /s/ Regan Hendrickson Register in Probate 2/26/26 Pinkert Law Firm LLP 454 Kentucky Street, P.O. Box 89 Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 920-743-6505 Bar Number 1082283 Run: Mar 6, 13, 20, 2026 WNAXLP STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, DOOR COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF CHARLOTTE KATHRYN SMITS By (Petitioner) MELISSA JEAN CHURCH By (Co-Petitioner) Notice of Name Change Hearing Case No. 26CV36 NOTICE IS GIVEN: A Petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: [First] CHARLOTTE [Middle] KATHRYN [Last] SMITS To: [First] CHARLOTTE [Middle] KATHRYN [Last] CHURCH Birth Certificate: [First] CHARLOTTE [Middle] KATHRYN [Last] SMITS This Petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Door County, State of Wisconsin: Judge’s Name Judge David Weber Place 1209 S. Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 Date April 2, 2026 Time 10:00 am If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 920-746-2280 prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation. Clerk of Circuit Court 3/3/26 Notice of this hearing shall be given by publication as a Class 3 notice for three (3) weeks in a row prior to the date of the hearing in the Peninsula Pulse, a newspaper published in Door County, State of Wisconsin. Run: Mar 6, 13, 20, 2026 WNAXLP STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, DOOR COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF Jadyn Reed Gardner By (Petitioner) Sierra Autumn Stamm By (Co-Petitioner) Notice of Name Change Hearing Case No. 26CV39 NOTICE IS GIVEN: A Petition was filed asking to change the name of the person listed above: From: [First] Jadyn [Middle] Reed [Last] Gardner To: [First] Jadyn [Middle] Reed [Last] Gardner-Stamm Birth Certificate: [First] Jadyn [Middle] Reed [Last] Gardner This Petition will be heard in the Circuit Court of Door County, State of Wisconsin: Judge’s Name Judge David Weber Place 1209 S. Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 Date April 4, 2026 Time 1:00 pm If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the

court process, please call 920-746-5616 prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation. Notice of this hearing shall be given by publication as a Class 3 notice for three (3) weeks in a row prior to the date of the hearing in the Peninsula Pulse, a newspaper published in Door County, State of Wisconsin. Run: Mar 13, 20, 27 2026 WNAXLP STATE OF WISCONSIN CIRCUIT COURT DOOR COUNTY Capital Credit Union Plaintiff, v. Dylan R. Baker XYZ Unknown Defendant Defendants. Case No. 26CV08 Code No. 30301 PUBLICATION SUMMONS STATE OF WISCONSIN To each person named above as a Defendant: You are hereby notified that the plaintiff named above has filed a lawsuit or other legal action against you. Within 40 days after March 20, 2026, you must respond with a written demand for a copy of the complaint. The demand must be sent or delivered to the court, whose address is Clerk of Courts, Door County Courthouse, Door County Courthouse, 1205 S Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235, and to Justin J. Bates, Plaintiff’s attorney, whose address is PO Box 1473, Wausau, WI 54402. You may have an attorney help or represent you. If you do not demand a copy of the complaint within 40 days, the court may grant judgment against you for the award of money or other legal action requested in the complaint, and you may lose your right to object to anything that is or may be incorrect in the complaint. A judgment may be enforced as provided by law. A judgment awarding money may become a lien against any real estate you own now or in the future, and may also be enforced by garnishment or seizure of property. Dated: March 10, 2026 Bates Legal Group, LLC Attorneys for Plaintiff By: /s/ Justin J. Bates Justin J. Bates State Bar No. 1066128 P.O. Box 1473 Wausau, WI 54402-1473 (715) 843-5599 Run Mar 20, 27, Apr 3 WNAXLP STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, DOOR COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Kenneth C. Pfiester Notice Setting Time to Hear Application and Deadline for Filing Claims (Informal Administration) Case No. 26PR13 Please take notice: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth 3/24/1952 and date of death 1/18/2026 was domiciled in Door County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 6445 Snyder Lane, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235. 3. The application will be heard at the Door County Justice Center, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Room C256, before Regan Hendrickson, Probate Registrar, on April 8, 2026 at 10:00 AM. You do not need to appear unless you object. The application may be granted if there is no objection. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is June 10, 2026. 5. A claim may be filed at the Door County Justice Center, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Room C256. 6. This publication is notice to any persons whose names or address are unknown. If you require reasonable accommodations due to a disability to participate in the court process, please call 920-746-2482 prior to the scheduled court date. Please note that the court does not provide transportation. BY THE COURT: /s/ Regan Hendrickson Register in Probate 3/10/26 Run: Mar 20, 27, April 3, 2026 WNAXLP STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, DOOR COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LOIS A. SCHMITZ Date of Death: 10/02/2025 Notice to Creditors (Informal Administration) Case No. 26 PR 12 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal

administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth 11/25/1932 and date of death 10/02/2025 was domiciled in Door County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 10560 Applewood Road, Sister Bay, Wisconsin 54234. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is June 10, 2026. 5. A claim may be filed at the Office of the Door County Justice Center - Door County Courthouse, 1205 South Duluth Avenue, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, Room C256. BY THE COURT: /s/ Regan Hendrickson Register in Probate 2/24/26 Attorney Lawrence J. Haskin 7300 South 13th Street, Ste. 104 Oak Creek, WI 53154 (414) 762-5105 Bar Number 1017416 Run: Mar 20, 27, Apr 3 2026 WNAXLP

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE DOOR COUNTY, WI RESOURCE PLANNING COMMITTEE DOOR COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER 421 NEBRASKA ST. STURGEON BAY, WI 54235 A public hearing and subsequent business meeting will be held by the Door County Resource Planning Committee (RPC) on Thursday, April 16, 2026, in the Door County Government Center Chambers Room (C102, 1st Floor). Applicants and others who wish to offer oral testimony must attend in person. Members of the public who wish to simply monitor/observe the hearing and meeting may attend in person, or do so remotely by computer using the link below, or via the Zoom smartphone app, or by calling (312) 626-6799. Link: https://us02web.zoom. us/j/83491908207?pwd=ACb APae8vDLWQPCOtQFoy9hv ZpYTkA.1 Zoom Webinar ID: 834 9190 8207 Passcode: 368065 The hearing will begin at 3:00 p.m. to give consideration to the application below for a Conditional Use Permit, as specified in the Door County Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. LIBERTY GROVE Ella Baltus, on behalf of OHCE LLC, proposes to establish a “Bulk Storage of Fuel Products” land use within parcel number 01801-02312824A2 off of CTH ZZ. Establishment of a “Bulk Storage of Fuel Products” land use requires a Conditional Use Permit in the Light Industrial (LI) zoning district. The purpose of a hearing is to allow parties to explain how their interests are affected, how the public is affected, and to bring out any facts pertinent to the case related to public health, safety, convenience, and general welfare. Written testimony will be accepted on 8 1/2” x 11” paper, or by email to LUSdepartment@ co.door.wi.gov, and must be received 48 hours prior to the day of the hearing. Anonymous correspondence will not be accepted. Letters are available for inspection upon request. Letters are entered into hearing records, but are not read aloud. Please note: Correspondence or testimony submitted for town-level proceedings does NOT get forwarded to the county. All application materials may be viewed on-line approximately four business days before the hearing at https://www.co.door.wi.gov/ AgendaCenter. Additional materials may be posted up until 4:30 p.m. the day before the hearing. The list of names to whom this notice was sent by regular mail is available upon request. Hugh Zettel, Chairperson Resource Planning Committee c/o Land Use Services Dept. Door County Gov’t. Center 421 Nebraska St. Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 Phone: (920) 746-2323 FAX: (920) 746-2387 Publication Dates: March 20th & March 27th, 2026 WNAXLP

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stack-able washer dryer, full kitchen with microwave, living / dining rooms completely furnished and use of a heated swimming pool. Internet and Utilities included in rent $900 per month with a $500 security deposit that would be refunded upon move out. Must complete a background screening before viewing. No Smoking and No Pets allowed. Email: viewthebay13@gmail.com RESIDENTIAL HOME House for Rent in Ellison Bay 3bd / 2 bath house for rent on wooded 3.5 acre lot. Attached 1 car garage. $2000 per month, utilities are not included. Pet friendly. Option to rent furnished. 1 year lease, available for rental May 15th. Contact: 920.379.2118 House for Rent Fish Creek with Option to Buy Contemporary open concept house for rent on a wooded acre. Available year-round, unfurnished two-bedroom, one-bath. On-site outside parking. $1850 per month, all utilities included except electric. 920.857.7379

FOR SALE FIREWOOD Seasoned Firewood Fish Creek 1/2 face, face, 1/2 cord & cords of seasoned hardwood firewood for pick up or delivery. Stacking & custom lengths available for wood stoves.Credit cards accepted. 920.495.1344 or email seasonedfirewoodfishcreek@ gmail.com Firewood For Sale Seasoned, split, dry hardwood. Delivered by the truckload. Call or text Steve at 920.205.1621 or email stumpchumpfirewood@ gmail.com HOUSEHOLD ITEMS Galley kitchen granite Beige and brown granite for 16 foot kitchen. Ready for your cabin. Quality granite— $950 or best offer. 262.419.9284 MISCELLANEOUS Barrel Sauna with Wood Stove – Turn Key Set Up $10,500 – in Egg Harbor – Like New. Model No. 62 by Thermory Saunas, 6 person capacity. Total length 7.33’ Outer diameter 7.52’ Inner diameter 7.25’ Bench LxW 6.5’ x 2.08’ Volume 265 cu. ft. IKI mini wood fired stove and chimney. Fully accessible, can be loaded onto a trailer fully assembled. Selling to get larger sauna. Tel 414.736.9464 HYLINE ORCHARD FARM MARKET 2 miles north of Egg Harbor on Hwy 42. (920.868.3067) OPEN YEAR ROUND 9am to 5pm. HOMEMADE CHERRY & APPLE PRODUCTS FROM OUR ORCHARDS. Cherries galore. NEW freeze dried cherries, our own sparkling cider & juice, Cherry & many more. Locally grown state certified beef, ground, steaks & roast. Also our cherry and apple pies baked or ready to bake. A variety of cheese, cheese spreads and cheese curds. Door County beer and wines. Natural homemade soaps. Door County Watch Us Grow liquid fertilizer. Honey crisp dried apples, large variety of fruit pie fillings including Cherry & Honey Crisp apple. Jams, Jellies, Pies, Salsa, BBQ Sauce, (Cherries: frozen, canned and dried), Cherry Cider, Honey Crisp Blend Apple Cider, our new apple grape and peachy apple and apple cranberry ciders. Fresh Eggs, Maple Syrup, Honey, Pickles, Spices, Fudge, Gifts & Gift Boxes and Much More. Pick Your Own Cherries and Apples in season. Six Generations Growing and Marketing Fruits and Vegetables. Wholesale and Retail products. We ship UPS. Accept WIC checks. Door County Kraut Co. / Mr. Burns Peppertorium Thank You to the shoppers who patronized us at the March 14 BHCA market. The remaining winter market on April 11th is at 2604 Grove Rd., Baileys Harbor WI from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Follow blue & white signs 5 mi. north of Baileys Harbor for DC Kraut Co. Featuring unique

foods, handcrafted products from local vendors. DC Kraut features raw packed sauerkrauts, fresh-brined veggies, scratch bakery and take n’ bake pot pies plus much more.. Mister Burns farm grown & in-house made fermented for flavor hot sauces; salsas, BBQs, pepper jams, A-2 White Cheddar spicy cheese and gourmet seasonings. We feature value added farm products, and comfort novelty nosh foods Shipping available, credit cards accepted here. For questions about the farm/products/ custom orders between markets more call Ann for an appointment at 920.839.2288 or visit the web sites at www. amautocare/produce.com or info@gustavesgetaway. com for insight into our agritourism experiences.

MISCELLANEOUS SPECIALS For Sale at Hyline Orchard Bulk firewood, landscaping wood mulch. Delivery available. Call Hyline Orchard, 8240 Hwy 42, fish Creek. 2 miles north of Egg Harbor. 920.868.3067 or 920.493.4083

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Town of Gardner Informational Meeting Town of Gardner self-administrated Zoning Date: Wednesday March 25,2026 Time: 7 PM Place: Southern Door School Auditorium

Presentation and then a question-andanswer discussion Come and discuss the possibility of Town of Gardner self-administered Zoning We are not considering Door County Zoning but only Town of Gardner selfadministered Zoning WNAXLP

Invitation to Bid – Cottage Structures The Town of Gibraltar is accepting sealed bids for the purchase of two cottage structures commonly known as the Coach House Cottage and the Shorehaven Cottage. The structures are located on Town of Gibraltar property and are being sold as buildings only; no real estate is included. The cottages are currently lifted and situated on transport trailers for relocation. Sealed bids must be received by the Town Clerk no later than 12:00 p.m., Monday, March 23, 2026, at which time bids will be publicly opened. Complete bidding instructions and requirements are available from the Town Clerk’s Office, 4097 Main Street, Post Office Box 850, Fish Creek, Wisconsin, or on the Town website at https:// gibraltarwi.gov/agendas-minutes/. For additional information contact the Town Clerk at 920-868-1714. Bidders are responsible for reviewing the complete bid instructions and requirements prior to submitting a bid. Laura Reetz Clerk, Town of Gibraltar Publication Dates: March 13, 2026 and March 20, 2026

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Public Notices continued from page 1 THE CITY OF STURGEON BAY, WISCONSIN DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1: Section 1.02(1) (o) Fifteenth Ward is revised follows: Commencing at the northeast corner of Section 12, T27NR25E thence southerly along the centerline of North Duluth Avenue approximately 1,172 feet, thence westerly 330 feet, thence northerly approximately 906 feet, thence easterly approximately 158 feet, thence northerly Approximately 268 feet to centerline of County Highway C, thence easterly along the centerline of County Highway C to the point of beginning. Also include commencing at the intersection of the centerline of South Duluth Avenue and south line of West Maple Street, thence northerly along the centerline of Duluth Avenue approximately 527 feet, thence westerly 33 feet, thence northerly along west line of North Duluth Avenue approximately 57 feet, thence westerly approximately 209 feet, thence northerly approximately 65 feet, thence westerly to the west line of North Cumberland Avenue, thence northerly along the west line of North Cumberland Avenue approximately 173 feet, thence westerly approximately 209 feet, thence northerly to the centerline of Barrick Road, thence westerly to the west line of North Columbia Avenue, thence southerly along the west line of North Columbia Ave approximately 640 feet, thence westerly approximately 432 feet to the west line of the southwest one-quarter of the northeast one-quarter of Section 12, thence southerly along the west line approximately 159 feet, thence easterly to the west line of North Columbia Avenue, thence southerly along the west line of North Columbia Avenue approximately 300 feet, thence easterly approximately 330 feet, thence southerly to intersection with centerline of West Oak Street/Sawyer Drive, thence easterly along said centerline approximately 350 feet, thence northwesterly approximately 262 feet, thence easterly to east line of the southwest one-quarter of the northeast one-quarter of said Section 12, thence northerly to south line of West Maple Street, thence easterly approximately 148 feet, thence north 45 degrees approximately 81 feet to the intersection of the north line of West Maple Street and east line of Baraboo Avenue, thence north along the east

line of Baraboo Avenue approximately 108 feet, thence easterly approximately 863 feet to a point being 146 feet east of the east line of N Cumberland Avenue, thence southerly to the south line of West Maple Street, thence easterly to the point of beginning. Also include commencing at the east one-quarter corner of Section 12, T27NR25E, thence 266 feet south along the centerline of South Duluth Avenue to the point of beginning, thence southerly along the centerline of South Duluth Avenue approximately 466 feet, thence westerly approximately 222 feet, thence northerly approximately 209 feet, thence westerly approximately 73 feet, thence northerly approximately 245 feet, thence easterly to the point of beginning. Also include commencing at the east quarter corner of Section 12 T27N-R25E being the approximate centerline of S Duluth Ave, thence 1143 feet south along the centerline of S Duluth Ave to the point of beginning, thence continue southerly approximately 221 feet along centerline of S Duluth Ave, thence westerly approximately 183 feet, thence northerly approximately 40 feet to the north line of the southeast one-quarter of the southeast one-quarter of said Section 12, thence westerly approximately 45 feet, thence northerly approximately 181 feet, thence easterly approximately 226 feet to the point of beginning.” SECTION 2: Section 1.02(1) (v) and (w) of the Municipal Code is hereby created to read as follows: (v) Twenty-Second Ward. The boundary of the twenty-second ward is described as follows: Commencing at the northwest corner of Section 13 T27N-R25E being the approximate centerline of STH 42/57, thence easterly approximately 1303 feet to the northeast corner of the northwest one-quarter of the northwest one-quarter of said Section 13, thence southerly approximately 1329 feet to the southeast corner of the northwest one-quarter of the northwest one-quarter of said Section 13, thence westerly approximately 1302 feet to the southwest corner of the northwest one-quarter of the northwest one-quarter of said Section 13, thence northerly approximately 1331 feet to the point of commencement. (w) Twenty-Third Ward. The boundary of the twenty-third ward is described as follows: Commencing at the east quarter corner of Section 12 T27N-R25E being the

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approximate centerline of S Duluth Ave, thence southerly approximately 266 feet along the east line of the northeast one-quarter of the southeast one-quarter of said Section 12, thence westerly approximately 288 feet, thence southerly approximately 245 feet, thence easterly approximately 73 feet, thence southerly approximately 209 feet, thence easterly approximately 224 feet to the east line of said northeast one-quarter of the southeast one-quarter of said Section 12 being the approximate centerline of S Duluth Ave, thence southerly approximately 412 feet along the centerline of S Duluth Ave, thence westerly approximately 226 feet, thence southerly approximately 181 feet, thence easterly approximately 45 feet, thence southerly approximately 40 feet, thence easterly approximately 183 feet to the east line of the southeast one-quarter of the southeast one-quarter of said Section 12 being the approximate centerline of S Duluth Ave, thence southerly approximately 752 feet along the centerline of S Duluth Ave, thence westerly approximately 252 feet, thence southerly approximately 75 feet, thence westerly approximately 434 feet, thence northerly approximately 247 feet, thence westerly approximately 487 feet, thence northerly approximately 31 feet, thence easterly approximately 964 feet, thence northerly approximately 436 feet, thence westerly 50 feet, thence northerly approximately 26 feet, thence westerly approximately 85 feet, thence northerly approximately 128 feet, thence westerly approximately 992 feet, thence northerly approximately 1109 feet along the west line of the northeast onequarter of the southeast onequarter of said Section 12, thence easterly approximately 209 feet, thence northerly approximately 209 feet, thence easterly approximately 1110 feet along the north line of the northeast one-quarter of the southeast one-quarter of said Section 12 being the approximate centerline of W Oak St to the point of commencement. SECTION 3: Section 1.02(2) (d) and (e) is revised follows: (d) Fourth Alderperson district. The fourth alderperson district consists of wards 10, 11, 12, and 22. (e) Fifth alderperson district. The fifth alderperson district consists of wards 13, 14, 15, and 23. SECTION 4: Section 1.03(v) and (w) of the Municipal Code is hereby created to read as Definitions follows: (v) Bay View Lutheran Term Definition

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PUBLIC MEETINGS

ADVERTISEMENT PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING SOUTH DULUTH AVENUE State Highway Project 499705-73 CITY OF STURGEON BAY & COUNTY OF DOOR NOTICE: Public Information Meeting on Thursday March 26, 2026 at 5:30 pm, Sturgeon Bay City Hall, 421 Michigan Street, in the Community Room. Representatives from: Relyco Plus, LLC - General Contractor, WisDOT Project Administrator, and City of Sturgeon Bay/ County of Door - Local Public Agency partners will explain the project and answer questions about construction activity slated to begin in early April, 2026. Brian Spetz Senior Engineering Technician WNAXLP

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LIBERTY GROVE

TOWN OF LIBERTY GROVE REQUEST FOR BIDS FOR 2026 PAVING Notice is hereby given that the Town of Liberty Grove is soliciting bids/quotes for the following paving projects in 2026: Pulverize compact and pave with hot mix asphalt, 2 lifts compacted to the listed thickness: Old Stage Road (Hwy 42 to Highview) 0.50 mile: 24 ft. wide, 4.0” thick Flint Ridge Road (Hwy 57 to Woodcrest) 0.98 miles: 20 ft. wide, 3.0” thick N. Badger Road (Garrett Bay Rd. to termini+ cul-de-sac) 0.18 miles: 20 ft. wide, 3.0” thick Alternate bid: Pave Porcupine Bay Road (Hwy. 42 to Porcupine Bay Hill Road) 0.81 mile: 20 ft. wide, 3.0” thick Notes: 1. Bidder to take into account paving radius at intersections. 2. Town to saw cut driveways, remove asphalt

CCR Document

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2025 Consumer Confidence Report Data SISTER BAY WATERWORKS, PWS ID:41505101

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Public Notices continued from page 2 and add gravel to driveway 3. Bidder to account for 6 to 8 linear feet of asphalt at all saw cut driveways 4. List approximate tonnage for each road on bid form 5. Contact Town office/crew to arrange visual inspection of roads Additional requirements: Work to be completed prior to May 22, 2026. Bidder to grade after pulverizing and also complete the finished grading and compacting prior to paving. Notify Town office prior to staking. Two lifts of LT 58-28 S per WDOT specificationsbidder to state price per ton in place of asphalt mix. Asphalt specification: LT 5828 S hot mix asphalt per the latest edition of the WDOT specifications, section 460.3.1. Materials shall conform to sections 450, 455 and 460 of the latest edition of WDOT specifications, and current WDOT ASP 6, 460.2.1, which include the regression of air voids from 4.0% to 3.0% with asphalt cement. All bidders must be pre-qualified with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation to perform this type and size of work or provide a Statement of Qualifications with the bid. Omitted requirements: nominal thickness (sec. 460.3.2); ride quality and testing (sec. 440); nuclear density (sec. 460.3.3); PG binder and tack coat sampling & testing (sec. 455.2.2 and 455.2.3); cold weather paving (sec. 450.3.2.1); and safety edge (sec. 450.3.2.11). Additional: testing of asphalt mix per section 460.2.8 shall be done to verify required air void specifications. Documentation of testing and load weight slips shall be provided to Town within 15 days of project completion. Alternate bid: Hot mix asphalt surface course, 3 inches thick after compaction, omit section 460.2.1 (2) regression of air voids with asphalt cement. Deduct$ ___ per ton. Obtain bid/quote form and further information at the Town Office, phone number 920854-2934; fax 920-854- 7366. Sealed bids shall be submitted by 10 AM Friday March 27. 2026, at the Liberty Grove Town office at 11161 Old Stage Road, Sister Bay, WI 54234. Certificate of insurance must accompany bid. Any proposals submitted after this date and time will not be accepted. It is anticipated that bids will be opened at the Town of Liberty Grove Highway Committee meeting beginning at 8 AM on Monday March 30, 2026, to be held at the Town Hall at 11161 Old Stage Road. The Town of Liberty Grove reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids it deems to be in the best interest of the Town, to accept any part or combination thereof, to waive any technicalities, and to accept any proposal deemed most advantageous to the Town, including the purchase of larger material quantities at the same cost per ton quoted price. Town reserves the right to postpone award of the work for a period not to exceed 30 days from the date of bid opening. Bids shall remain firm for that period of time. All bidders must be prequalified with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation to perform this type and size of work or provide a Statement of Qualifications with the bid. D. Lee Buckingham II, Town Administrator WNAXLP TOWN OF LIBERTY GROVE REQUEST FOR BIDS FOR 2026 PAVING Notice is hereby given that the Town of Liberty Grove is soliciting bids/quotes for the following paving project in 2026: Pulverize compact and pave with hot mix asphalt, 2 lifts compacted to the listed thickness: North Bay Road (County ZZ to Marshall Point Bay Road) 2.2 miles: 22 ft. wide, 4.0”

march 20-27/2026 PUBLIC NOTICES & CLASSIFIEDS | 3 thick North Bay Road (Current gravel portion) (Marshall Point Bay Road to termini at North Bay boat launch) 0.4 mile: 20 ft. wide, 3.0” thick Notes: 1. Bidder to take into account paving radius at intersections. 2. Driveways to be saw cut, remove asphalt, and add gravel to driveway. 3. Bidder to account for 6 to 8 linear feet of asphalt at all saw cut driveways 4. List approximate tonnage for each road on bid form 5. Contact Town office/crew to arrange visual inspection of roads *North Bay Road project has been submitted to DOT for LRIP - TRIS funding. This project may be funded in part through the Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s Local Road Improvement Program, Town Road Improvement Supplemental (TRIS) funding. Project Request Number 139910. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder meeting the specifications. Additional requirements: Work to be completed prior to May 22, 2026. Bidder to grade after pulverizing and also complete the finished grading and compacting prior to paving. Notify Town office prior to staking. Two lifts of LT 58-28 S per WDOT specificationsbidder to state price per ton in place of asphalt mix. Asphalt specification: LT 5828 S hot mix asphalt per the latest edition of the WDOT specifications, section 460.3.1. Materials shall conform to sections 450, 455 and 460 of the latest edition of WDOT specifications, and current WDOT ASP 6, 460.2.1, which include the regression of air voids from 4.0% to 3.0% with asphalt cement. All bidders must be pre-qualified with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation to perform this type and size of work or provide a Statement of Qualifications with the bid. Omitted requirements: nominal thickness (sec. 460.3.2); ride quality and testing (sec. 440); nuclear density (sec. 460.3.3); PG binder and tack coat sampling & testing (sec. 455.2.2 and 455.2.3); cold weather paving (sec. 450.3.2.1); and safety edge (sec. 450.3.2.11). Additional: testing of asphalt mix per section 460.2.8 shall be done to verify required air void specifications. Documentation of testing and load weight slips shall be provided to Town within 15 days of project completion. Alternate bid: Hot mix asphalt surface course, 3 inches thick after compaction, omit section 460.2.1 (2) regression of air voids with asphalt cement. Deduct$ ___ per ton. Obtain bid/quote form and further information at the Town Office, phone number 920854-2934; fax 920-854-7366. Sealed bids shall be submitted by 10 AM Friday March 27, 2026, at the Liberty Grove Town office at 11161 Old Stage Road, Sister Bay, WI 54234. Certificate of insurance must accompany bid. Any proposals submitted after this date and time will not be accepted. It is anticipated that bids will be opened at the Town of Liberty Grove Highway Committee meeting beginning at 8 AM on Monday March 30, 2026, to be held at the Town Hall at 11161 Old Stage Road. The Town of Liberty Grove reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids it deems to be in the best interest of the Town, to accept any part or combination thereof, to waive any technicalities, and to accept any proposal deemed most advantageous to the Town, including the purchase of larger mate.rial quantities at the same cost per ton quoted price. Town reserves the right to postpone award of the work for a period not to exceed 30 days from the date of bid opening. Bids shall remain firm for that period of time. All bidders must be prequalified with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation

to perform this type and size of work or provide a Statement of Qualifications with the bid. D. Lee Buckingham II, Town Administrator WNAXLP

NASEWAUPEE

Project: Towns of Nasewaupee and Forestville - Idlewild Road 2026 - ARIP #A00089 Pre-Bid Meeting: There will be no required Pre-Bid Meeting. Date Bids Due By: Monday, April 13th, 10:00 a.m. CST Location: Stantec Offices – Sturgeon Bay, WI 312 N 5th Avenue Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 M-F; 8am-4pm Bid Opening: Monday, April 13th, 10:00 a.m. Location: Stantec Offices – Sturgeon Bay, WI 312 N 5th Avenue Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 DESCRIPTION OF WORK: The project is officially known as “Town of Nasewaupee & Forestville – Idlewild Road 2026 - ARIP #A00089”. The project is described as pulverizing and repaving the full ±5.5miles of Idlewild Road (from County Highway C to County Highway H-O) in the Towns of Nasewaupee and Forestville, Door County, WI. This project is partially funded by the WI DOT Agricultural Roads Improvement Program (ARIP). In general, work consists of the following: Pulverization, reconstruction, road-widening, re-pavement, shouldering, and culvert installation on the Town-owned roadway. BIDDING DOCUMENTS: Complete digital bidding documents are available by direct inquiry to the Project Engineer, Skyler Witalison at (920) 298-1763, Skyler. Witalison@stantec.com LEGAL PROVISIONS: The Contract letting shall be subject to the provisions of Sections 60.47, 66.0901, and 779.15 of the Wisconsin Statutes. ALTERNATE BID ITEMS: The low bidder for purposes of award shall be the conforming responsible bidder offering the low aggregate amount for the Base Bid item, plus or minus those Alternate Bid items providing the most features of the work within the funds determined by the Town to be available before bids are opened. After determination of the low bidder as stated, award in the best interests of the Town may be made on the selected Base Bid item and any combination of Alternate Bid items for which funds are determined to be available at the time of the award, provided that award on such combination of bid items does not exceed the amount offered by any other conforming responsible bidder for the same combination of bid items. CONTRACT SECURITY: The bidder to whom a Contract is awarded may be required to furnish a Performance Bond for the full amount of the Contract within 10 days of award or execution of the Contract, if the Town so chooses. The Performance Bond shall contain a provision to increase the Performance Bond by the amount of any change orders that might increase the amount of the Contract price. If such bidder fails to execute and file such a Performance Bond within the 10-day period, the check, bond, or bank draft accompanying the bid shall be forfeited to the Town as liquidated damages. RIGHT TO REJECT BIDS AND BID WITHDRAWAL: The Town reserves the right to reject any and all bids, the right to waive irregularities and informalities in bidding, the right to disregard all nonconforming, nonresponsive, unbalanced or conditional bids, and the right to accept the bid which best serves the interests of the Town. The Town reserves the right to postpone the award of

the contract, and no bids shall be withdrawn for a period not exceeding 60 days after the date and time set forth in the Bid Opening. Published by authority of the Towns of Nasewaupee and Forestville, Wisconsin WNAXLP

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Application for Alcohol License To Whom It May Concern: I hereby certify that Sunset Harbor Grille LLC, dba Sunset Harbor Grill, residing in the Village of Ephraim, Door County, WI has applied to the Ephraim Board of Trustees for retail Class ”B” License to sell fermented malt beverages and a retail “Class C” License to sell wine, for the period ending June 30, 2026, at the building situated on 10018 Water Street, Ephraim, WI 54211. Dated: March 20, 2026. Andrea Collak Village Clerk-Treasurer Application for Alcohol License To Whom It May Concern: I hereby certify that Ephraim Motel Inc., dba Ephraim Motel, residing in the Village of Ephraim, Door County, WI has applied to the Ephraim Board of Trustees for retail Class ”B” License to sell fermented malt beverages for the period ending October 31, 2026, at the building situated on 10407 Hwy 42, Ephraim, WI 54211. Dated: March 20, 2026 Andrea Collak Village Clerk-Treasurer Application for Alcohol License To Whom It May Concern: I hereby certify that Sip JF LLC, dba Sip, residing in the Village of Ephraim, Door County, WI has applied to the Ephraim Board of Trustees for retail Class “B” Beer License to sell fermented malt beverages and a retail “Class C” License to sell wine, for the period ending June 30, 2027, at the building situated on 10326 N Water Street, Ephraim, WI 54211. Dated: March 20, 2026 Andrea Collak Village Clerk-Treasurer WNAXLP

GIBRALTAR

NOTICE OF CHANGE OF AGENT To Whom It May Concern: Notice is hereby given that Peninsula School of Art, Inc. has applied to the Town of Gibraltar for approval of a change of agent for its retail Class “B” and “Class C” License (wine only) from Jennifer L. Aldrich to Elysia H. Michaelsen, for the licensed premises located at 3900 County Road F, Fish Creek, Wisconsin. Dated this 18th day of March, 2026. Laura Reetz, Clerk WNAXLP

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Application for Liquor License To Whom It May Concern: I hereby certify that The Door County Rod and Gun Club, Justin Borkovetz, Agent, residing in Door County, Wisconsin, has applied to the Town of Sturgeon Bay for a “Class B” License to sell intoxicating liquors for the period ending June 30, 2026 at the building situated at 3210 Mathey Road. March 11, 2026 Michelle Sternard, Clerk WNAXLP

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Public Notices continued from page 3 2026, at 5:30 PM, or shortly thereafter, for the purpose of considering amendments to the adopted future land use map and adopting a revised zoning map. If the Plan Commission recommends approval of the proposals, the Village Board will consider them at a hearing on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The purpose of the public hearing is to obtain comments and input from the public on the proposed future land use map and new zoning map amendments. The public hearing will be held at the Sister Bay Liberty Grove Fire Station located at 2258 Mill Rd., Sister Bay. A virtual option is available (visit www. sisterbaywi.gov and search for the agenda for the Zoom link, or, contact the Village Office by phone at 920-854-4118). A summary of the amendments are as follows: 1. Future Land Use Map: Amend the Village of Sister Bay 2025 Comprehensive Plan, Map 7.2, Future Land Use, changing the land use classifications, including changes discussed at the February 24th, 2026, Plan Commission meeting. 2. Chapter 66, Zoning Map: Adopt a revised zoning map to ensure the Village zoning map is consistent with the adopted

Classifieds continued from page 1 SKILLED TRADES General Labor Technician At Pier & Waterfront Solutions we primarily install and remove seasonal waterfront equipment on private, public and commercial properties. We also provide service and repairs for piers and boat lifts, along with waterfront restoration and redesign. Full-time with benefits. Call or stop in 920.493.4405 or 7325 Hwy 42/57, Sturgeon Bay.

HELP WANTED Look for additional Help Wanted display advertisements within this section. CHILD CARE Seasonal Early Childhood/ School Age Day Camp Workers Wanted Northern Door Children’s Center is hiring seasonal (summer only or summer/fall) staff to join our early childhood and school age summer day camp teams. Must be a lover of children and fun. Lots of time spent outdoors engaged in activities with children, ages infant through 10 years. Must be dependable, flexible and willing to take on team responsibilities. Programs

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land use plan. It is proposed that a new overlay district be created, and several other changes. In addition to testimony presented at the hearing, written correspondence will also be accepted until 3:00 PM, Thursday, March 26, 2026, and forwarded to the Plan Commission; the deadline for the Board meeting is the meeting itself, Thursday, April 16, 2026, 3:00 PM. Correspondence can be mailed to P.O. Box 769, Sister Bay, WI 54234; faxed to 920-854-9637; deposited in the drop box at the Administration Office at 2383 Maple Drive, Sister Bay; or e-mailed to info@sisterbaywi. gov. Late correspondence will not be forwarded to the Commission or Board. Written correspondence will also be available for public inspection until the close of business on the day of the hearing and will be entered into the record. A summary of all correspondence received may be presented at the public hearing, but individual letters will not be read aloud. Anonymous correspondence will not be accepted. All related public hearing materials may normally be viewed at the Sister Bay Administration Building, 2383 Maple Drive, Sister Bay, WI between 8 AM - 4 PM, Monday through Thursday. By order of the Plan

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begin June 1st, but preference will be given to candidates that can begin in May for program preparation. No weekend or evening work. Must be 17 years or older. Seasonal position wage is $18.00/hr. Must commit to 40 hours per week for the season. SEASONAL BONUS!!! Sign on for regular four day (10 hrs. per day) work week position and earn bonus money in addition to your regular wages. Bonus is paid at completion of season. $500.00 (June 1- August 21) Additional $250.00 (August 22 – August 28) For quick consideration email teachdoorcounty@gmail.com to receive application and set up a time to chat. Join our seasonal team now! Questions? Contact Cindy or Sue at 920.854.4244

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SOUTHERN DOOR COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2026 High School Library – 6:30 pm Regular School Board Meeting AGENDA • Call to order. • Roll Call - Verification of Quorum. • Finding that the meeting was properly called, convened, proper notice given §19.84(2). • Pledge of Allegiance & Board Commitment. • Student Highlight of the Month: Elementary Performance at the CP Telethon. • Recognition of Public (Limit 5 minutes/person; 20 minutes/ topic). • Student Representatives’ Reports. • Athletic Director’s Report - Winter Sports Wrap-Up; Spring Sports Update - Talon Community Fitness Center Update • Superintendent’s Report. • Administrators’ Reports: • Consent Agenda Items. The

HOTEL/LODGING Housekeepers wanted Square Rigger Lodge in Jacksonport seeking seasonal housekeepers for lakeside motel, cottages and rental house. No experience necessary. Weekly/ weekend shifts available. MidMay to late October. Pay starts at $18/hour. Call or text Betsy at 314.503.3854 or email office@ squareriggerlodge.com. Maintenance Engineer Immediate opening for FullTime, Year-Round Maintenance Engineer. Certification for pools is a plus, but not required. General knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC would be helpful. This position offers a competitive wage, simple IRA and vacation/holiday pay after 90 days. Job duties include but are not limited to: general maintenance, lawn care, snow removal, daily pool maintenance, in-room maintenance, as well as a host of other duties. Please submit resume to: High Point Inn PO Box 527 Ephraim Wi, 54211. Stop in at High Point Inn- 10386 Hwy 42, Ephraim,

Board will consider approval of: I. Past Minutes: February 16, 2025 Regular Meeting. II. Expenditure/Revenue Reports & Current Bills Payable – Check Register. III. Donations. IV. Approve Monthly Drill Assessment. V. Start College Now and Early College Credit Applications for Fall, 2026. VI. Board Policy Updates: Act 57 Special Update, 1st Reading. • Individually Considered Items from the Consent Agenda. • Personnel Recommendations: VII. Retirements, Resignations, Changes of Assignment, Hiring, Appointments. • Individually Considered Item(s) from the Consent Agenda. • Requests for Future Agenda Items. • President’s Comments. • Closed Session, §19.85(1) c);118.125, 120.13: a. Closed Minutes: January 19, 2026 Regular Meeting. b. Review revisions to the Employee, Substitute & Co-Curricular Handbook. • Return to Open Session: The Board may take any necessary action on items that were discussed in Closed Session, as appropriate. • Adjourn. WNAXLP

APPLE STORAGE to fill out an application. Email- GM@highpointinn.com LANDSCAPING/ MAINTENANCE Property Maintenance Positions Available Appel Outdoor Maintenance is hiring full or part-time positions in Lawn Care and Landscape Maintenance. Great option for semi-retired individuals. Winter work available. Contact Billy at 920.421.2477 Property Caretaker/Manager Condominium in Egg Harbor area is looking for a fulltime property caretaker/ manager who has knowledge in building maintenance and repairs, landscaping and general upkeep. Looking for an individual who is prompt, courteous and has good people skills. Email your resume to doorcountycherry@comcast.net MISCELLANEOUS Facilities Coordinator Oversee maintenance on all buildings, equipment, and production machinery such as ovens, refrigerators and freezers. Arrange for repairs when needed. Coordinate with external vendors on specialty equipment repairs. Fix mechanicals, appliances and other machinery or arrange for repairs when needed. Ensure compliance with health and

LIEN SALE

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Published pursuant to Section 704.90 of the Wisconsin state statutes: Apple Storage will hold lien sales at the following locations and times for several items in storage units in default of their owner’s lease: 1427 Green Bay Rd. Sturgeon Bay 10 a.m. Friday 4/10/26 Owners of property may contact Apple Storage by 5p.m. 4/9/26. To redeem personal property by paying overdue rent and late fees in full as described in their lease and recent letter. Send payment to Apple Storage, P.O. Box 11623, Green Bay, WI 54307, or call (920) 734-1478. Money Order, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, Amex, will be accepted. ITEMS FOR SALE Mary Vig Sewing machine, furniture, boxes, extension cord, freezer Michael Clark Sawhorse, window, finishing trim, plywood, dolly Carl Hoosier Tools, cooler, cast iron pans, shelving Jen Hull furniture, TV, tote, boxes WNAXLP

EDGE safety regulations. Remove hazardous materials from all areas accessible to employees and customers. Arrange for regular maintenance of equipment and internal systems. Check main facility and outbuildings to identify needs for repairs or renovations. Monitor activities that happen outside the building, such as proper waste disposal and recycling. Fix minor malfunctions in store and equipment as needed. Coordinate parking space allocation. Requires 2 years experience in plumbing, electrical or related trades. Send resume to Door County Piggly Wiggly, PO Box 437, 10576 Country Walk Drive, Sister Bay, WI, 54234 or email: tnesbitt318@outlook.com Experienced Horse Riders Wanted Kurtz Corral is hiring trail guides for the summer and fall season. Daytime hours. $10+/hr plus tips. Please call 920.743.6743 or email ushorses@yahoo.com Cashier Handle customer payments accurately and efficiently, using a cash register and checkstand. Greet customers, scan and bag items, process various payment methods, and manage returns or exchanges. Receive, store, and issue sales

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Invitation to Comment on a Proposed Communications Tower Facility This notice is to serve as an opportunity for members of the public or permitting agency to provide comment regarding potential effects to historic properties within one-half mile (0.5mi) of the location of a proposed 190-foot (199ft overall) self-supporting communications tower at the following coordinates in the Town of Sturgeon Bay, Door County, Wisconsin. Coordinates for the tower location in DMS format: 44 - 47 – 57.00N, 87 - 19 – 04.14W. Alternative DD format coordinates for the same location: 44.799167, -87.317817. Comments or questions must concern potential impacts of the tower to historic properties and may be submitted to the following contact: Alyssa Pappamichiel, Edge Consulting Engineers, 624 Water Street, Prairie du Sac, WI 53578; Phone: 608.644.1449; Email: apappamichiel@edgeconsult. com. This notice is provided in accordance with the regulations of the Federal Communications Commission, 47 C.F.R. Part 1, Appendices B and C. (#43741) WNAXLP

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Village of Egg Harbor, Wisconsin Job Opening: Public Works Position The Village of Egg Harbor is seeking a motivated, reliable, and community-focused individual to join our Public Works Department. This position plays a key role in maintaining the Village’s infrastructure, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for residents and visitors. Position: Public Works Employee Status: Full-Time Location: Egg Harbor, WI Department: Public Works About the Position The Public Works Employee performs a wide range of duties related to the construction, maintenance, and repair of Village streets, parks, buildings, utilities, and public facilities. Work includes both independent tasks and collaborative projects with other staff members. Seasonal responsibilities such as snow removal are essential components of the position. Rotating work schedule. Key Responsibilities - Maintain, repair, and improve Village streets, sidewalks, storm sewers, and public spaces. - Perform landscaping, groundskeeping, tree/brush trimming, and park maintenance. - Operate equipment such as loaders, trucks, mowers, tractors, and other public works machinery. - Provide snow and ice removal during winter months, including after-hours response when required. - Support Village events with setup, teardown, and logistical needs. - Conduct routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles. - Perform other duties as assigned to support Public Works operations. Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent required. - Experience in public works, landscaping, maintenance, or a related field preferred. - Ability to operate or learn to operate public works equipment safely. - Valid Wisconsin driver’s license required. - Ability to perform physical labor in varying weather conditions. - Strong work ethic, reliability, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team. - Willingness to respond to emergency or after-hours situations as needed, including nights, weekends, and holidays. - Participation in a weekly on call rotation. Compensation & Benefits The Village offers a competitive wage based on qualifications and experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement contributions, paid time off, and training opportunities. How to Apply Interested candidates should submit an application, résumé, and cover letter to: Village of Egg Harbor Attn: Village Public Works Supervisor Cody DeMeuse Cdemeuse@villageofeggharbor.gov PO Box 175 • 7860 STH 42 Egg Harbor, WI 54209 Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The Village of Egg Harbor is an equal opportunity employer.

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march 20-27/2026 PUBLIC NOTICES & CLASSIFIEDS | 5 Starting pay $16/hr + tips with housing included if needed! Must be 21+ and able to lift 50lbs. To apply, send your resume to info@islandorchardcider.com Lead Host at Julie’s Julie’s Park Café in Fish Creek is looking for a friendly, energetic Lead Host to greet guests, manage the floor, and help lead our front-of-house team. Starts at the end of April, all breakfast/lunch shifts. Call/ text Sande 920.421.3336. Donut Designer Donuts by Design is Hiring! Full time or part time Donut Designer wanted. Help decorate donuts, assist customers, and work in a fun, creative shop. Perfect for anyone who enjoys friendly service and sweet treats. Position starts at the beginning of May. Text/call Sande 920.421.3336 to apply.

RETAIL Tea Thyme In Door County – Help Wanted We are looking for an enthusiastic sales associate to work part-time at our store in Country Walk Shops in Sister Bay to help sell tea, tea accessories and British goods. Knowledge of tea would be helpful but training will be given. Please call Karen or Lynn at 414.828.6602 or email revisionlk@gmail.com SKILLED TRADES Welder/Fitter At Pier & Waterfront Solutions we design and manufacture our own steel piers, right here in Sturgeon Bay. Full-time with benefits. MIG welding experience required. Call or stop in. 920.493.4405 or 7325 State Highway 42/57, Sturgeon Bay.

Sister Bay Paint Co Looking for FT Painters. Mostly new construction, year round work. Learn the fine trade of house painting. Exterior & Interior work. Will train. Good pay, Good work, Great people. 35 hour work week. We cover Northern Door County. Call 920.854.5778 Peninsula Painting is Hiring! Peninsula Painting is seeking an experienced painter to join our team. We offer competitive wages based on experience. Year-round position. Attention to detail and ability to work in a team. Call 920.839.5545 or email info@ peninsulapainting.net to apply.

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One of the county’s signature New Year’s Eve events is moving from Sister Bay to Sturgeon Bay. RACHEL LUKAS

Cherry Drop Moves to Sturgeon Bay

he New Year’s Eve cherry drop that has taken place in Sister Bay for the last nine years will have a new drop zone this Dec. 31. The owners and creators of the event, 106.9 The Lodge FM radio, announced Thursday that the event previously held at Husby’s Food and Spirits is moving to Sturgeon Bay. It will now be held at Community Foundation Square by the Olde Bell Tower on 3rd Avenue. “After careful consideration, organizers selected the Sturgeon Bay location as the best opportunity to continue the tradition while planning

for future growth,” organizers said in a press release announcing the change for the 10th anniversary of the event. Ellie Soderberg-Guger, community coordinator for the Sister Bay Advancement Association, said the organization is grateful to the Lodge for the years it staged the event in Sister Bay and the energy it brought to the community. “While we’ll miss this event, the celebration isn’t over,” she said. “Sister Bay will remain a fun place to ring in the new year, and we’re excited for new celebrations the future will bring.” Husby’s also thanked the Lodge for launching the event there, but said

discussions about the event outgrowing their space had been ongoing. “The complications and hard work it has taken to ensure the safety of the event, the closure of the state highway, and deal with the elements of winter have all played a factor in this decision,” the owners said in a statement. “New Year’s will always be a fun night in Sister Bay and at Husby’s!” Northeast Wisconsin Crane Services will continue to assist with the drop of the 6-foot, 300-pound illuminated cherry that has become a staple of the holiday on the peninsula. The event has drawn more than 1,000 people to the center of Sister Bay in recent years.

The Week After a week of shoveling, do you really need a reason to leave your house? Maybe this weekend, just walk out your front door. That’s it. Just go anywhere, to that world beyond your furnace vents and propane tanks. To a gas station, maybe a grocery store, or even the DMV (just for fun). After a weekend of shoveling and roaming your house as you waited out Elsa, you deserve it. But if you prefer something beyond a walk past your stoop, check out one of these highlights in the week to come. Find complete times and details in the events calendar.

SATURDAY, March 21 One More Irish Celebration Kitty O’Reilly’s, Sturgeon Bay If Winter Storm Elsa put a damper on your St. Patrick’s Day celebration, head to the county’s favorite Irish pub to catch Irish dancers performing 10-minute sessions in the afternoon.

WEDNESDAY, March 25 Theater in A New Setting Sturgeon Bay and Sister Bay Who doesn’t like a little murder mystery with dinner? Rogue Theater is offering up Dealt A Deadly Hand, a special traveling performance that will pop up this week at Gloria’s in Sturgeon Bay on Wednesday, then CHOP in Sister Bay on Thursday.

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ODBS went with a breeder for Barney. Finding a good breeder by SAM WATSON takes both research and sam@ppulse.com relationship building, Hults said. ODBS Education Director Sandor Bittman found arn owls are so uncommon in Barney’s Arizona breeder Wisconsin that the Department online, and they connected of Natural Resources (DNR) through texts and calls before removed them from the state making a decision. Both sides endangered species list in 2014 for lack of the transaction – the breeder of records. But now, one of these owls and the new owner – take pains has a home at Open Door Bird Sanctuary to ensure the bird will be a good (ODBS) in Jacksonport. fit, Hults said, and they often Barney the barn owl flew into the keep in touch with photos and sanctuary not on his wings, but on a updates after the handover. plane that went from Phoenix, Arizona “It can be a relatively long to Milwaukee, where ODBS Executive process as they learn who we are, Director Rob Hults picked him up in early they learn our philosophies for bird 2026. care,” he said. “We did research on The new member of the flock was that particular breeder and made waiting for Hults in the cargo terminal, sure that we felt that they are a quality screeching. Barn owls don’t hoot like breeder and had healthy animals and most owls do, as this ODBS volunteer was did proper care. I’m sure they did the startled to learn after Barney’s arrival; same with us.” instead, their call sounds like a short, It was a big decision, given that Barney harsh scream. could live for 15 years at ODBS, needing While most of the 19 resident raptors food, cleaning, vet visits, training time at ODBS were born in the wild and taken and two enclosures (one outdoors for into human care due to injury, Barney the summer, one indoors for the winter, was raised in captivity by a permitted because barn owls aren’t built for the breeder, intended to be an “education extreme cold). bird.” The same is true for Aisling, Plus, barn owls provide a particularly ODBS’s resident Eurasian eagle-owl. good example of how human development A barn owl has been on the sanctuary’s can affect raptors, Hults said. Barn owls sites, but those areas are now less wish list for get their hospitable to the birds that once provided years, thanks name natural pest control on the farm. Whereas to the species’ from their people used to build nesting areas into recognizable MEET BARNEY preferred their wooden barns to encourage owls to appearance nesting Open Door Bird Sanctuary, 4114 Cty I in live and hunt there, modern and animated Jacksonport farms are increasingly personality. March 28 (rescheduled industrial, replacing wood The species from March 21 due to the with steel and owls with snowstorm), 10:30 am is common in to 4 pm rodenticides. Both habitat other parts loss and chemicals in the food of the United Barney the barn owl supply hurt the owls. States, but not will make his first public This is where the in Wisconsin, appearance during sanctuary’s educational which sits on this Raptor Saturday outreach comes in. By the upper edge program. Visitors can creating connections between of the birds’ enjoy raptor chats by humans and birds and staff and volunteers every range. Because half hour, plus warm educating people about their barn owls are beverages, a bonfire and potential impact, so rare here, hiking trails to explore. ODBS hopes they’re not often Open Door Bird Sanctuary Additional Raptor to inspire the available for Executive Director Rob Hults holds Saturday programs take place on April 25, May public to make adoption from Barney, a barn owl and the newest 23 and every Saturday from June 27 through better ecological addition to the sanctuary’s flock. rehabilitation Aug. 5. Private tours are also available. For LARRY MOHR decisions. centers in the details, visit opendoorbirdsanctuary.org. “If one of our state. That’s why birds leaves an

THURSDAY, MARCH 26 A Night at the Museum Door County Museum, Sturgeon Bay Check out the updated exhibits and learn about what’s in store at the museum during an open house with soup and sweets.

Barney the barn owl is the newest addition to the team of 19 resident raptors at Open Door Bird Sanctuary in Jacksonport. LARRY MOHR

impression on someone, they develop a connection to one of our birds, it’s going to help them moving forward,” Hults said. “When they’re out in nature, or when they’re going to put a bunch of bug killer in their yard, or something like that, maybe they’ll choose not to do that because they think of a tiny little screech owl that might be hunting mice in their yard.” Fresh Digs and New Neighbors When it comes to training, captive-bred birds present different challenges than wild ones, Hults said. Building trust is the biggest hurdle to training wild birds, but many captive-bred birds come in already comfortable around humans. “Wild birds tend to be very binary in their reactions – either ‘I’ll do it’ or ‘I won’t do it,’ ‘yes’ or ‘no,’ ‘I’m comfortable’ or ‘I’m not comfortable,’” Hults said. “Whereas, imprinted birds [birds raised by humans], there’s more of a social structure there with humans, so they’re like, ‘maybe’ and ‘you have to convince me’ and ‘why would I want to do that?’ Really, it’s a different way to work with and train and interact with a bird.” Having proven himself a solid student so far, Barney will make his first public appearance at a Raptor Saturday program on March 28 (rescheduled from March 21 due to the snowstorm), from 10:30 am to 4 pm at ODBS, 4114 Cty I in Jacksonport. Two other new faces at ODBS – both Eastern screech owls in different color phases – have already made their public debuts: Walnut (red phase) and Filbert (gray phase). Both car strike victims from areas of Wisconsin, Walnut arrived at the sanctuary last summer, while Filbert arrived around three weeks ago.

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The Door County Festival of Nature, hosted by The Ridges Sanctuary, returns for the 24th year this Memorial Day weekend, May 21 through 24. One of the largest gatherings of nature and outdoor enthusiasts in the Midwest, this event is expected to draw more than 500 participants from across the region and beyond. Attendees will have more than 65 opportunities to learn directly from research, conservation projects and field-based science. From field trips led by scientists and volunteer researchers to art exhibits and expert presentations, including a keynote by nationally recognized forest ecologist Lee Frelich, the festival lets participants experience science in action and learn

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CROSSROADS SCREENS BEAVER BELIEVERS A Science Saturday family program at Crossroads at Big Creek will focus on wetlands on March 21 at 10 am. This interactive educational program is intended for elementary

students, but all ages are welcome. Next, Crossroads will screen the award-winning feature documentary The Beaver Believers on Monday, March 23, at 1:30 pm. The film follows an unlikely cadre of activists – five scientists and a sassy hairdresser – who recognize that North America’s most industrious rodent may hold the key to restoring wetlands, storing water and reviving damaged ecosystems. The Door County Master Gardeners and the local chapter of Wild Ones will present a soil science lecture at Crossroads on Tuesday, March 24, at 6:30 pm. Soil scientist Jamie Patton brings more than 30 years of experience to the presentation, which will explore the vibrant ecosystem beneath our feet. Events meet at Crossroads’ Collins Learning Center, 2041 Michigan St. in Sturgeon Bay.

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The F.J. King site was located during a citizen science project conducted by the Wisconsin Underwater Archaeology Association Visitors can share feedback and get a glimpse of updated in June 2025. exhibits at an open house at the Door County Museum March Wisconsin 26. FILE RACHEL LUKAS Historical Society The Friends group will provide maritime archaeologists and refreshments, including soups and volunteers documented the site sweets for visitors to enjoy while in August and October 2025. It viewing the progress of the new remains very intact and has not “Wood, Water, and Stone: Founding been visited by divers outside of the Industries of the Door Peninsula” initial surveys. exhibit. Guests can also explore State and federal laws protect the newly revamped “Ambassadors this shipwreck. Divers may not of Door County” exhibit, which remove artifacts or structure features Chief Roy Oshkosh and when visiting this site. Removing, Mary Jane Van Duyse. defacing, displacing or destroying A special presentation at 6 pm will artifacts or sites is a crime. For recognize several individuals whose more information on Wisconsin’s efforts have helped preserve Door historic shipwrecks, visit County’s history and ensure the wisconsinshipwrecks.org. museum’s continued success. A silent auction will help raise funds for exhibits and programs. Several local businesses and artists OPEN HOUSE AT have donated items, including THE MUSEUM an original watercolor painting depicting an early fishing scene in The Door County Museum and Gills Rock. A digital reproduction Archives and the Friends of the of this artwork will be featured in Door County Historical Museum are the commercial fishing section hosting an open house March 26. of the new exhibit currently in Attendees at the free event can development. view progress on new exhibits, meet The event is set for Thursday, the staff, tour the facility, learn about March 26, from 5 to 8 pm at the upcoming plans and share ideas for museum, located at 18 N. 4th Ave. in the museum’s future. Sturgeon Bay.

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5 WOMEN, 5 STORIES IN TALES OF OUR LIVES Tickets are on sale now for the Women’s Fund of Door County’s 13thannual Tales of Our Lives performance, presented in collaboration with Northern Sky Theater. This year, five storytellers will share about a unique experience, relationship or life lesson that has left a profound mark, each accompanied by the music of Cathy Grier. The event features Sally Everhardus, Cherryl Fonfara, Cheri Miller, Tracey Robertson and Betts Willams. Everhardus will show visuals during her story, a first for the event. Her performance will reflect on a lifetime of drawings, sculptures and self-portraits to explore themes of self-doubt, illness, aging and resilience. Fonfara, a lifelong Chicago vocalist, will discuss losing her singing voice after illness and an accident, grieving the loss of her identity as a performer and ultimately, finding a new purpose. Miller’s story will center around her summer college job at the Algoma Toilet Seat Factory and a “crappy” night she had there one sweltering August evening. Robertson will share her journey from childhood trauma and decades of silence to truth and healing, encouraging others to face their own difficult truths. Williams will recount a deeply personal journey of healing that begins after an injury and a serious car accident, culminating in Williams becoming a Reiki master and a trained spiritual director. The performances will include a brief intermission, with a reception to follow. Tickets cost $35 each and can be purchased directly from Northern Sky Theater’s box office. The show will take place on Saturday, April 11, at 7 pm at Northern Sky Theater’s Gould Theater, 9058 Cty A in Fish Creek. Community members inspired by the Tales of Our Lives performances are encouraged to consider telling their own stories at a future event. Contact womensfund@givedoorcounty.org for more information.

CHROMATIC: SONG IN LIVING COLOR The Sturgeon Bay High School Choir invites the community to its fourthannual vocal showcase, Chromatic: Song in Living Color. The event will be held on Friday, March 20, and Saturday, March 21, at 7 pm each day, at MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson St. Tickets can be purchased in advance at hs-vocalshowcase.square.site. Proceeds benefit the choir program. Choir students will perform jazz, pop and musical theater numbers as solos, duets and full ensembles. In accordance with this year’s concert theme, all featured songs will be about colors. Attendees are asked to dress colorfully to match the theme and bring cash or card to purchase mocktails, baked goods, and tickets for a raffle that features baskets and silent auction items. The same concert will be offered on both nights of the show. Friday’s show will feature general-admission, row-style seating. Attendees can enjoy mocktails and baked goods for sale, plus complementary charcuterie provided by Renard’s Cheese. Saturday’s show will also feature refreshments for purchase and several rows of general admission seating, as well as a dinner and a show ticket option, which includes dinner catered by Drömhus at 6 pm, plus up-front viewing for the show at 7 pm. Contact aburns@sbsdmail.net with questions. Learn more on the Sturgeon Bay Choirs Facebook page or by visiting hs-vocal-showcase.square.site.

OSTREGA UHL PROJECT RETURNS TO MUSE The Ostrega Uhl Project, a music ensemble that performs eclectic chamber music throughout the Chicagoland area, is returning to MUSE Sturgeon Bay. The show is set for Friday, March 27, at 7 pm at MUSE, 330 Jefferson St. in Sturgeon Bay. Tickets cost $20 and are

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JAZZ NIGHT AT THE KRESS The Gibraltar Music Department, in partnership with the Door County Food Pantry Coalition, will present a jazz night fundraiser on Thursday, March 26, at 7 pm at the Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St. in Egg Harbor. Tickets cost $10, or $5 with a nonperishable donation for the food pantry. Donations can be dropped off at the Gibraltar front office (3924 Hwy 42 in Fish Creek) or given to ticket-sellers upon purchase. Only 150 tickets will be sold, with limited tickets available at the door. To purchase tickets in advance, ask a member of the jazz band, visit the Gibraltar front office or email azwiefelhofer@gibraltar.k12.wi.us. Proceeds benefit the Gibraltar Music Department.

PLAYERS PRESENT THE AFTER WIFE Peninsula Players Theatre will present the world premiere play reading of the after wife by Sophie McIntosh, the final presentation of the 2026 The Play’s the Thing series. The free reading will be performed on Monday, April 6, at 7 pm, at Björklunden, 7590 Boynton Lane in Baileys Harbor. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Donations are welcome. Set in 1963, the play follows Nora, who is the perfect housewife because she was engineered to be one. As the most advanced humanoid robot ever created, she’s placed in the home of inventor Martin and his teenage children. But when Martin’s daughter realizes Nora looks exactly like her missing mother, she begins to suspect a darker truth. The play is presented in conjunction with World Premiere Wisconsin, a statewide festival celebrating new plays and musicals running throughout 2026. Peninsula Players artistic director Linda Fortunato directs an ensemble that includes Emily Ann Brooks, Connor Nekich, Greg Pragel and Cassie Slater. The ensemble includes three newcomers and one Peninsula Players Theatre alum, Slater. Credits span

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PMF CONCERTS ANNOUNCED Grammy award-winning musicians, including violinist James Ehnes, pianist Michelle Cann and mezzo-soprano Michelle DeYoung, are among the artists featured in the Peninsula Music Festival’s (PMF) 2026 summer season. The nine-concert series runs Aug. 4 through 22 at Door Community Auditorium, 3926 Hwy 42 in Fish Creek. Tickets are available online at musicfestival.com or by phone at 920.854.4060. The series starts with American Masterworks on Tuesday, Aug. 4, featuring violinist James Ehnes. The All-American setlist includes jazzinfused Bernstein and the Barber Violin Concerto. Ehnes returns in String Serenades on Thursday, Aug. 6, simultaneously performing as soloist and directing the orchestra from his violin, a tradition dating back to Mozart’s time. Up next is Scandinavian Sounds on Saturday, Aug. 8, a journey to the Nordic north featuring trumpet player Mark Hughes and English hornist Leanna Renfro. Movie scores make up the soundtrack to Wizardry and Wonder –The Music of John Williams on Tuesday, Aug. 11, featuring songs from War Horse, Schindler’s List and Harry Potter. Returning by popular demand, pianist Stewart Goodyear takes the stage for An Evening with Mozart on Thursday, Aug. 13. Five PMF principal players step into the spotlight for La Dolce Vita – Italian Masterpieces on Saturday, Aug. 15, transporting audiences from the elegant courts of Baroque Venice to the thundering triumph of ancient Rome. Next is The Viennese Legacy on Tuesday, Aug. 18, featuring pianist Michelle Cann performing Schumann and Brahms. The future of classical music will be on display in Revolution and Romance on Thursday, Aug. 20, which features Yale School of Music stars Ezra Calvino and Thomas Nettle playing Mendelssohn, Haydn and Beethoven. The concert series closes with Mahler’s Third – A World in Symphony Saturday, Aug. 22, where mezzosoprano Michelle DeYoung will join the Apollo Women’s Chorus and the Appleton Boychoir for Mahler’s 90-minute symphony.

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Inside the catalog that accompanied metalsmith James Viste’s exhibit, Let Me Tell You A Story.

Speaking the Language of Metal Exhibit catalog explores James Viste’s creative practice by TOM GROENFELDT

hen I wrote about Sturgeon Bay metalsmith James Viste a few months ago, I didn’t have much of his work to show – it was all down at the Metal Museum in Memphis for the show honoring him as Master Metalsmith, an award the museum makes. The title of Viste’s exhibition was Let Me Tell You A Story, a reference to the blacksmith’s engaging patter as he talks through demonstrations of craft. “When teaching, storytelling functions best as a way to pass time during lengthy process or demonstrations; for certain, to entertain,” Vistes writes in the handsome 100page catalog that accompanied the show. “Storytelling is

the oldest and best skill in a teacher’s toolbox [...] I am a storyteller; I swear by that as a fact, and many would attest to that. I have and will always use an analogy and story to relate an idea, to convince others that idea’s worth and as a route to solve problems.” The catalog, available from metalmuseum.org for $28.95, features an introduction with commentary by Michael Gayk, a former student of Viste’s. “Viste brings to his practice a deep respect for process – rooted in material relationships, bodily knowledge and the expressive capacity rung by metal’s plasticity under forces,” wrote Gayk, now an associate professor at Texas A&M University whose studio practice involves craft materials and computercontrolled machines, according to his website. “And yet, Viste’s vessels do more than speak the language of metal. They frequently perform an active mimicry, adopting the formal and tactile

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qualities of other materials, specifically clay […] In mimicking clay, Viste’s vessels also blur the viewer’s perception of permanence. Ceramics are ancient, yet fragile; metal is durable. Yet, here it performs softness. The object becomes uncanny – simultaneously solid and vulnerable, resilient and ephemeral.” An interesting observation, considering that Viste’s intention when he started college at the University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse was to study ceramics, and if the ceramics instructor had been more exciting, he would have. Instead, he took a course in metals. Viste creates at Edgewise Forge in Sturgeon Bay. Appointments are required to avoid interruptions to his work. He will participate in the fall Sturgeon Bay Art Crawl, but will be out of town conducting workshops during the summer crawl.

A vessel by Sturgeon Bay artist James Viste, pictured in the recent exhibit catalog.

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Diving into the Documentary Features UPCYCLED CRAFTS FOR EARTH DAY

The MakerSpace in the Egg Harbor Library will celebrate Earth Day during its March craft night and throughout April with hands-on crafts that combine creativity and sustainability. This month’s craft night is set for Tuesday, March 31, from 5 to 7 pm at the Egg Harbor Library/Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St. in Egg Harbor. Community members are invited to stop in and learn how to upcycle burlap coffee bags into a variety of useful and decorative projects. Door County Coffee donated the durable, breathable, biodegradable burlap sacks. Several project ideas will be available to make, or participants can design their own unique creations. In addition, textile artist Mari Jo Young has donated materials for participants to create handmade pot holders. Marcia Hosni will be on hand to help guide participants with sewing and using the MakerSpace sewing machines. The upcycling craft will be available to try anytime during the Egg Harbor Library’s regular hours in April. The activity is recommended for adults and teens.

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ne of the more overlooked and underappreciated categories in the annual Academy Awards sweepstakes is Documentary Features. That’s the part of the Oscar show during which people often choose to take a restroom break or grab refreshments, since many of the films up for consideration are complete unknowns that never made it to the local cineplex. These days, the only documentaries that receive distribution in theaters are about celebrities such as Melania Trump and Taylor Swift, and those films usually don’t make the cut come awards season. Need proof? Can you name the nominees from this year’s Oscars without an assist from Google? Can you name even one? For the record, the five films that competed are The Alabama Solution, Come See Me in the Good Light, Cutting Through Rocks, The Perfect Neighbor and Mr. Nobody Against Putin, which won. I have yet to catch up with Mr. Nobody Against Putin and Cutting Through Rocks, but the other three

are readily available on the subscription streaming services HBO Max, Netflix and Apple TV, and they are definitely worth a watch. The Alabama Solution (R), showing on HBO Max, exposes brutal conditions within the Alabama A still from Come See Me in the Good Light. COURTESY state penitentiary OF APPLE TV+ system that have a prisoner surreptitiously slips resulted in numerous inmate deaths them a contraband cell phone over the past decade, many of containing videos of beatings which have gone underinvestigated and other atrocities, they begin or completely ignored by prison an investigation spanning years, officials and state government focusing on the stories of several leaders, such as longtime Governor inmates and what they had to Kay Ivey, who gives the film its endure. title by asserting that “whatever It’s a disturbing two hours of problems exist” in Alabama prisons viewing, especially the footage “require an Alabama solution.” filmed by various inmates within The film has the feel of a vintage several Alabama prisons, but it muckraking exposé. The directors, demonstrates the power of film to Andrew Jarecki (who gave us the spotlight problems and injustices HBO documentary series The Jinx) that would otherwise go unnoticed. and Charlotte Kaufman, stumble The Perfect Neighbor (R), upon their subject while covering showing on Netflix, is another an “uplifting” religious festival investigative documentary, this one at an Alabama prison that was composed almost entirely of footage intended to highlight how humane from police bodycams, security and progressive the penal system was. Instead, when Documentary Features continued on page 2

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cameras and interrogation rooms, assembled to tell the story of a neighborhood dispute between a 35-yearold black mother and a 58-year-old white woman that escalates into murder in Florida in 2023. The dispute involves a vacant lot within a residential subdivision in Ocala, used by Ajike Owens’ children to play baseball and football games with other neighborhood kids. Ajike’s neighbor across the street, Susan Lorincz, objects to the noise of the games being played next door to her and the rowdiness of the children playing them. Her solution is to repeatedly call the Marion County Sheriff’s Department, who beat a well-worn path to her door in their efforts to mediate a truce between these two women. Then, one sultry evening in early June, they receive several calls from neighbors in the community: Susan has shot Ajike in the midst of a particularly volatile confrontation, leaving the mother of four young children bleeding to death on her front lawn. Was the shooting a result of racial animosity run amok or an example of stand-your-ground self-defense? Director Geeta Gandbhir, a veteran of television newsrooms, does a masterful job of telling this story without proselytizing it. There are certainly divisive political issues at play, but she lets the footage she has edited together speak for itself, leaving us lots to think about in terms of how we can learn to live with each other without killing each other in the process. Come See Me in the Good Light (R), showing on Apple TV+, documents some of the final weeks of Colorado poet laureate Andrea Gibson, who died of ovarian cancer at age 49.

Gibson was a regional celebrity and tireless activist for LBGTQ rights, and director Ryan White (best known for his documentary series The Keepers, about the unsolved murder of a young nun during a 1969 investigation into alledged sexual abuse in the Baltimore archdiocese) presents an intimate look into how she and fellow poet Megan Falley (Gibson’s wife) embrace life in the face of impending death. We get to see the good days and the not-so-good, as Gibson and Falley seek to make sense of what fate has dealt them. White intercuts a biographical synopsis of Gibson’s rise from a tomboyish athlete and elite high school basketball player in Maine to a celebrated spoken word poet in Colorado, who was something of a rock star, able to sell out concert venues for legions of fans who would flock to listen to her unique poetry and manner of delivery. The planning for her final show at the Paramount Theater in Denver in late May of 2024 gives the film what limited story structure it has and provides an emotional climax, allowing us to see this woman’s passion and artistry one final time before her passing in July of 2025, six months after Come See Me in the Good Light premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. As tributes go, it is a moving one – and I say that not simply because I, too, have dabbled in poetry, but because Gibson was really good at what she did and 49 seems way too young for goodbye. In another lifetime, Mike Orlock wrote film reviews for the Reporter/Progress newspapers in the western suburbs of Chicago. He has also taught high school English, coached basketball and authored five books of poetry. He finished his two-year term as Door County’s poet laureate in early 2023.

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A Workout for Bookworms by ESTELLA LAUTER

he Breathing Pages Trilogy by Philip Todd Pfuehler of Sturgeon Bay is dedicated to “bookworms, wherever they may be unearthed.” Therein lies a clue to the fictional world you will enter as a reader. You could be in any city or country that has a library. The environment is degraded, and the books on shelves or in dump trucks to be deposited in a Vault are dusty. Only a few are charged with their care. Only a few patrons take out books. Most people join a parade of zombies on the streets who look only at their screens. Yet, books are at the center of the space we enter as readers. The unnamed Bookkeeper and narrator of the first and longest section of the trilogy (“In the Vault…”) is a reader and writer with writer’s block, who sends “dispatches” about his daily experience of dusting books and living in the Vault. The previous bookkeeper taught him to dust by blowing on the books and then, if necessary, gently cleaning any built-up grime with a special chemical. He frees the pages so they can swish (“breathe”) on their own. Living mostly in solitude, the narrator often sees mice and cats. He is not entirely sure that the few other figures he sees are real: a girl, Paige, the old bookkeeper, Merlin, a dump truck driver, Kroner, a handyperson, Kitty, Constable Muldoon and The Bard. No one stays long enough to discuss his endless questions about who he is, where he came from, what he is doing here and why. He worries that his dispatches are delirious expressions of a disturbed mind. He writes coherently, however, and his questions engage us, so we are sympathetic and we want to know more. In Book II of the trilogy, “Machines of Loving Grace,” a similar unnamed narrator (is he our Bookkeeper?) describes an ordinary (?) life where he sleeps beside an unknown woman and walks his dog (Chi, pronounced “chee”), but becomes a detective to understand the strange things that are happening to him. For example, he meets a group of robots, all named Robby, who offer him a job and take him to a gothic manor, where he is shown how to dust books by blowing on them strenuously. He also witnesses the crisis of someone in the throes of Block Syndrome. Having detected what he could and having decided that the life of a robot is not for him, he opens a forbidden trap door and falls into the basement, where

those who do not recover from Block Syndrome are buried but refuse to die – partying together, feeling less and less abnormal with each breath! As we recover our own breath, we may be forgiven for thinking we have fallen into a darker version of Alice’s experiences in Wonderland. Book III, “Character Assassination,” presents the possibility that our narrators in Books I and II were simply (?) characters in two different stories (and we may remember a few sentences in those books that suggested this idea). Our man now gets together with other characters at the Dune Buggy Café, where he can learn from them about the characters he has embodied in books where they also appeared, but he cannot remember himself as a character in any but his last appearance. Aware that his social group is getting smaller, he is “running for his life” or for his death (“End of story, end of everything”). Books have given him life, but new stories are necessary if it is to continue. Spoiler alert: Paige returns, and our character breathes, possibly in her pages. On one level, The Breathing Pages is about how books have a “life of their own,” and how human beings live through (in) books – even if (when) a society tries to destroy them. It can be read as a paeon to books, bookkeepers, bookworms and, yes, characters. Novelists frequently talk about finding a character and spending months in a process of finding out about his/her/their life. A book can save the lives of authors, readers and characters. This will be more than enough for most readers, without delving further into philosophical reflections on identity and existence (defined as breathing). The trilogy is by turns funny, serious, quirky and mind-bending. But some may also want to consider: are we (authors, bookworms, bookkeepers) really characters in someone else’s story? Philip Todd Pfuehler, The Breathing Pages Trilogy. Sturgeon Bay: Four Windows Press, 2025. 263 pp. Available on Amazon and at independent bookstores. Estella Lauter, professor emerita, finished her 32 years in the University of Wisconsin System by chairing the Department of English at UW-Oshkosh. She was a summer resident in Door County from 1970 to 2004, when she and her husband retired here from their home in Appleton, Wisconsin. Lauter has published four books of poems with Finishing Line Press and served as Door County Poet Laureate 201315.

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A BOOK THAT CHANGED ME LAUREN WARD, EPHRAIM Gibraltar Area Schools Elementary Principal and 4K Director Title: Dandelion Wine, by Ray Bradbury When I read it: 1996, sophomore year of high school How it changed me: The rich, deeply metaphorical language of this coming-ofage novel clicked like a key in the lock of my adolescent mind. Set in the 1920’s of a small town on the shores of Lake Michigan, the story vacillates between examining the dichotomies of life and death, love and loss, the natural world and the machinery of life. The language and story broke me right open. I used to teach it every spring to my AP Language students, and as such, this will be my 30th year in a row reading Dandelion Wine.

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Western by KATHLEEN ROONEY My favorite flavor of Western is revisionist; my second favorite flavor, spaghetti. Unforgiven is the best Western of all time; don’t at me. An acidic landscape, accelerated, unstructured. How long before no vestiges of wild country remain? The Best Western motel chain began in California in the 40s, but can now be found all around the nation. I really liked The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, but I could not stop thinking how all three of those guys needed to drink a lot more water. The sun above a red-hot poker, stoking greed, stoking wrath. One of Custer’s many nicknames was Old Iron Butt.

Fistful of dollars, fistful of fists. The best revenge is not living well; it’s simply not wanting revenge to begin with. “This is the West, sir. When the legend becomes fact, print the legend,” said a minor character in The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance. Entertaining for sure, but bad for democracy. The noun meaning “a book or movie about the Old West” is first attested from 1909. I like when a character lays his ear to the rail to listen for the heartbeat traversing the train tracks. Bemused fatalism may be the most effective bravado. The sun may be unforgiving because we are unforgivable. According to Evan S. Connell, the early Mandans believed “there

was not only a benevolent spirit but an evil spirit which came to earth before the good spirit and whose strength was greater.” Seems pretty accurate. Abolish the Second Amendment. For the notorious Mexican standoff scene in the cemetery, Leone told Morricone to compose a track “like the corpses were laughing from inside their tombs,” and that’s what it sounds like. It sounds exactly like that. Multigenre writer, editor and educator Kathleen Rooney will keynote the third-annual Writing on the Door conference by Write On, Door County this April. Her poem “Western” is from her forthcoming book O WESTERN WIND, due for publication in 2027. FILE

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Thursday, March 26, 5-8PM Join us for an evening celebrating the progress of our new exhibits while enjoying soups and sweets provided by the Friends of the Door County Museum. A special presentation at 6:00 PM will honor individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to preserving Door County’s history. The night will also feature a Silent Auction supporting future museum projects and programs. This event is free and open to everyone! 18 North 4th Avenue, Sturgeon Bay (920) 743-5809 DCMuseum@co.door.wi.gov

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Newsletter of Southern Door School District

Our District, Our Story, Our Future: Building Brighter Tomorrows Together

Volume 41 Issue 3

A Note from the Superintendent I hope this message finds you well as we continue to move forward with the 2025-26 school year. The school year has brought many successes already. Students in all grade levels have been working diligently with our staff on their required coursework. Our winter sports and extracurricular activities concluded with strong finishes, and our spring programs are busy getting prepared for their seasons. As we celebrate these achievements, we are also preparing for a critical step in securing the long-term financial stability of our schools. On April 7, 2026, Southern Door voters will have the opportunity to weigh in on a proposed three-year, non-recurring Operational Referendum. Early voting begins March 24. If approved, this measure will allow the district to exceed the state-imposed revenue lim-

it by $3,150,000 annually for the next three school years while keeping the mill rate flat at its current $6.99. These funds are crucial for maintaining the staff needed to have a quality educational program and address essential operational and maintenance needs. The current three-year operational referendum will expire at the end of this school year. This new referendum will ensure we can continue providing exceptional learning experiences for all students while addressing ongoing operational requirements. We understand that a decision like this requires thoughtful consideration. To help ensure transparency and clarity, we have been sharing detailed information about the referendum, including opportunities for community members

to ask questions in order to make an informed voting decision. Your voice matters in this process, and I encourage you to reach out if you have any questions or need further information. Please feel free to contact me directly via email or phone at kkrutzik@sdsd.k12.wi.us or 920-825-7311. I am always happy to discuss this important initiative and its impact on our district and community. Thank you for your continued partnership and support in shaping the future of the Southern Door County School District. Dr. Kevin Krutzik Superintendent

Our District, Our Story, Our Future: The Path to April 7 Building on the community consensus gathered from our Strategic Priorities Survey, the Southern Door County School District is moving forward with a clear vision for long-term sustainability and is pursuing an operational referendum on the April 7, 2026, ballot. This decision comes as our current $975,000 referendum is set to expire at the end of the 2025-2026 school year. To ensure we can continue providing the high-quality education our students deserve, the district has organized its plan around Four Pillars of financial and educational stability. Pillar 1: Maintaining District Points of Pride We are committed to protecting the achievements that define our district, including a 97% graduation rate and a history of exceeding expectations ratings on state report cards. Our students continue to excel in rigorous AP and Dual-Enrollment courses, 4K-12 STEAM programs, and a wide array of extracurricular activities. Notably, the district has also achieved a tax mill rate decrease for six consecutive years. Pillar 2: Honoring Past Cost-Saving Measures The district has already taken significant steps to operate efficiently. Over the last six years, we have:

Pillar 3: Investing in Our Future (The Referendum Plan) The approved resolution asks voters to consider a threeyear, $3,150,000 annual operational referendum. Because of proactive debt management, this plan is projected to keep the mill rate steady at an estimated $6.99. The funding will be allocated to areas identified as top priorities in the Strategic Priorities Survey: • Staff Recruitment & Retention ($855,000): Competitive compensation to retain high-quality educators in our classrooms. • Student Achievement ($315,000): Funding for curriculum, professional learning, and mandated intervention positions. • Operations & Safety ($280,000): Security upgrades and addressing rising utility and insurance costs. • Facilities Maintenance ($27,000): Addressing annual repairs and critical plumbing/water main updates. Pillar 4: Consequences of a Failed Referendum

• Reduced staff by 24 employees, impacting areas from IT and nursing to maintenance and administration.

Without this additional funding, the district faces a $1,673,000 budget deficit that will necessitate deep cuts for the 2026-2027 school year. These potential reductions include:

• Combined leadership roles, such as merging the Elementary and Middle School Principal positions.

• Loss of Personnel: Reducing 10 teachers and 6 associates, leading to larger class sizes.

• Delayed essential purchases for technology, textbooks, and the bus fleet.

• Program Cuts: Reductions in elective programs, athletic offerings, and student travel for events.

• Reduced classroom budgets and increased class sizes in most areas.

• Resource Delays: Postponing the replacement of student computers and infrastructure.

Your Vote, Your Voice: Important Dates As we approach the finish line, please keep these key dates in mind to ensure your voice is heard: • Early Voting Begins: March 24, 2026 • Referendum Election Day: April 7, 2026 For a deeper dive into the referendum information, please visit the district website at www.sdsd.k12.wi.us and click on “Operational Referendum Information.”

Update on the April 7 School Board Election As our community prepares for the April 7, 2026, Spring Election, we are providing an important update regarding the Board of Education ballot. This year, three seats on the School Board are up for election for full threeyear terms. However, as of the January filing deadline, only one candidate (Kim Starr) filed the required Declaration of Candidacy and Campaign Registration Statement. Under Wisconsin law, even if only one name is printed on the ballot, all three seats will be filled based on the election results. • The Registered Candidate: The individual on the ballot will secure one seat. • Write-In Candidates: The remaining two seats will be awarded to the

individuals who receive the highest number of write-in votes. The “One-Vote” Reality: In Wisconsin, if no one officially campaigns as a writein, a person could technically be elected to the School Board with as little as one vote. The “Refusal to Serve” & Appointment Process If they are unable or unwilling to serve, the candidate would simply not complete the necessary paperwork and/ or not take the oath of office by April 27. If this happens, or if no write-in votes are cast at all, a vacancy is declared. Per Wis. Stat. § 17.26, the remaining members of the School Board are then

responsible for: Posting a Public Notice: The district will solicit applications from interested residents. Public Interviews: The Board will interview candidates in an open session. Appointment by Majority: The Board will vote to appoint a qualified elector to fill the seat. This appointee will serve until a successor is elected in the next Spring Election (April 2027). Our School Board oversees the district’s vision, approves the annual budget, and ensures we are meeting the educational needs of every student. A board is most effective when it is composed of elected members who represent the diverse voices of our district.

Turning the Page: New “Hook Books” Spark a Reading Revolution in 3rd Grade! Third-grade teacher Krista Schley is on a mission to make every student a lifelong reader. This winter, that mission got a major boost! Recognizing that her classroom library needed a modern refresh to truly engage young readers, Kris-

ta successfully secured two generous grants to purchase “hook books”—the kind of exciting, current titles that students simply can’t put down. This literary upgrade was made possible by:

• The Brussels Club: $300

• The Max & Gayle Laird Educational Fund (via the Door County Community Foundation): $700

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Thanks to these local partners, our students are diving into fresh adventures and discovering the magic of a great story. Check out the photos to see the 3rd-grade classes showing off their new favorite reads!

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Southern Door School District 4K & 5K Registration Now Open for 2026–2027 The Southern Door County School District is pleased to announce that registration for 4K and 5K for the 2026–2027 school year is now open. We are excited to welcome our youngest learners and their families to our school community. Our 4K and 5K programs provide a strong foundation for academic and social-emotional growth. Through engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences, students build early literacy and math skills, develop positive peer relationships, and grow in independence and confidence. To be eligible, students must be four years old on or before September 1, 2026, for 4K enrollment, and five years old on or before September 1, 2026, for 5K enrollment. To support our working families, the district also offers a before and after-school program. Morning care begins at 6:00 a.m., and after-school care is available until 5:30 p.m. This program provides a safe, structured, and nurturing

environment for students outside of regular school hours. Families with eligible children are encouraged to complete the registration process as soon as possible to assist us with planning for staffing and classroom placement. Early registration helps ensure a smooth and successful start to the school year. In addition, a summer school program specifically designed to help students transition into 4K and 5K is available during the month of June. If you would like to schedule a personalized family tour, please contact Elementary and Middle School Principal Marc Vandenhouten at 920825-7321. Evening and weekend appointments are available for interested families. For additional information regarding eligibility requirements, required documentation, and registration procedures, please contact Angie Paplham - apaplham@sdsd.k12. wi.us or 920-825-7333.

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Southern Door High School Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Class of 2026 The Southern Door Athletic Hall of Fame is proud to announce its Hall of Fame induction class for 2026. This year’s inductees include Nick LeCaptain class of 2017 and Mitchell Overbeck class of 2015. The induction ceremony will take place on Friday, February 6, 2026 at half-time of the Eagles boys basketball game vs Sturgeon Bay. Nick LeCaptain is a 2017 graduate of Southern Door and a 12-varsity letter winner in football, basketball, and baseball. He was a Packerland All-Conference Offensive Player of the Year for football and Packerland All-Conference Player of the year for basketball his senior year. Nick holds 6 First Team Packerland All-Conference and All-District awards for basketball his senior year. Nick was a key player to the successes of the teams he played for, including 2 Packerland Conference Championship football teams, 3 Packerland Conference Championship basketball teams, and 1 Packerland Conference Championship baseball team. After high school, Nick attended St. Norbert College where he furthered his sports career in basketball and football for the Green Knights. In 2018, he established his house and staining/ refurbishing company and became partial owner and operator of DK Kings/Queens AAU Basketball organization. He currently coaches basketball for DK Kings/Queens and helps out with various youth sporting events around the community. He resides in Sturgeon Bay where he works at Sonny’s Pizzeria. Mitchell Overbeck is a 2015 graduate of Southern Door and a 12-varsity letter winner in football, wrestling, track, and baseball. He was an All-Region Offensive and Defensive Lineman

his senior year and earned various All-Conference first and second team awards in football. He was named Co-Wrestler of the Year and Packerland All-Conference Wrestling Most Valuable Player. His senior year, Mitchell was a 4th Place Finalist at the State Wrestling Tournament. In track, Mitchell was a sectional qualifier for throwing the discus. After high school, Overbeck attended University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point where he furthered his athletic career playing football for four years. During this time, he was a 3-year starter and earned All Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WIAC) honors twice. He obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management. For the past three years, he has served as a Wildlife and Habitat Manager for S.C. Swiderski managing approximately 10,000 acres of private land for wildlife. He is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Wildlife Ecology with a minor in Forestry at UW-Stevens Point. He and his wife Kaylee, along with their daughter Honey and another child on the way, reside in Stevens Point.

The Power of Words on Display: A Read Across America Celebration

The Hall of Fame was established by the Southern Door Athletic Booster Club, to establish pride, preserve tradition, and honor former athletes and coaches who have distinguished themselves in the field of athletics through their performance and representation of Southern Door High School. Plaques honoring all inductees are on display in the lobby outside the Eagle Gym.

In celebration of Read Across America Day, elementary students hosted a Vocabulary Fashion Show. Students dressed as vocabulary words and proudly walked the “Catwalk,” showcasing their costumes and definitions to classmates and cameras. It was a blast celebrating the power of words!

Nominations for induction class of 2027 can be submitted through email to sdboosters.com, or contact Southern Door Hall of Fame Chair: Courtney Renard at crenard@sdsd.k12. wi.us. Deadline is October 15, 2026.

Property Tax Relief through STEP (Senior Tax Exchange Program) The Southern Door County School District is proud to offer the STEP (Senior Tax Exchange Program), an opportunity designed to support both our senior citizens and our students. STEP allows eligible seniors to work within our schools and apply their earnings toward the payment of their property taxes. It is a meaningful way to remain active in the community while directly supporting local children and staff. Who Is Eligible? Senior citizens age 62 or older who receive Social Security and own taxable property within the Southern Door County School District are eligible to apply. Application Process - Those interested may pick up an application form and confidentiality agreement at the District Office or call (920) 825-7311 for more information. Applicants indicate the type of work they are interested in, and the principals of each school will help pair them up with a teacher or location that fits their interests and schedule.

Compensation and Tax Credit - Participants are compensated at an hourly rate for up to 78 hours of service. Compensation is issued annually in the form of a two-party check made payable to the participant and the appropriate property tax district treasurer. Payment is distributed by December 31 to align with the first property tax installment. Program Benefits - Beyond tax relief, STEP fosters meaningful intergenerational connections. Our senior participants share their skills, life experiences, and talents while serving as positive role models for students. In turn, students gain additional social and emotional support and develop a deeper appreciation for the contributions of senior citizens in our community. Teachers also value the added support and the opportunity to highlight the positive work happening in our classrooms each day. We are grateful for the continued partnership of our community and look forward to welcoming senior citizens into our schools through this impactful program.

Southern Door School District Announces Representatives for the Badger Girls & Boys State Programs The Southern Door School District is proud to announce its representatives for the prestigious American Legion Auxiliary Badger Girls State and American Legion Badger Boys State programs. These programs, designed to develop strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of government processes, will take place this summer in Wisconsin. Each year, the American Legion and Auxiliary invite outstanding high school juniors from across the state to participate in a weeklong immersive experience in government and civic responsibility. Participants have the opportunity to learn about the democratic process, work

alongside peers from diverse backgrounds, and develop leadership abilities that will serve them well in their future careers and community involvement. This year, Southern Door School District is honored to have Portia Hah and Elise Jackson represent the district at Badger Girls State at UW-Oshkosh, sponsored by the Forestville American Legion Auxiliary, Post 372. Elmer Jeanquart has been selected to attend Badger Boys State at UW-Eau Claire, sponsored by the Forestville American Legion, Post 372. These students were chosen based on their academic achievements, leadership qualities, and dedication to

civic engagement. The American Legion and Auxiliary Badger State Programs provide a unique, hands-on learning experience where students take on various government roles, draft legislation, and participate in debates and campaigns. The

Celebrating Our Community: The 39th Annual Senior Citizen Holiday Party On December 17, 2025, the Southern Door School District was honored to carry on a beloved tradition, hosting more than 200 of our neighbors for our 39th Annual Holiday Party. This complimentary festive gathering was open to all community members aged 62 and better. It was a true team effort to bring the season’s magic to life: • Festive Flavors: Our talented food service team and students served up a delicious lunch and an array of holiday treats. • Student Spirit: The afternoon was brightened by student-led musical performances and unique, handcrafted prizes.

• Holiday Cheer: The warmth of the Southern Door community was on full display throughout the celebration. We extend our deepest gratitude to our guests and the dedicated staff and students who made this long-standing event possible. Your presence and hard work truly define the holiday spirit at Southern Door!

experience fosters a greater appreciation for the responsibilities of citizenship and the importance of active civic participation. The Southern Door School District congratulates Portia, Elise, and Elmer on this exciting opportunity!

Bridging Classrooms and Research: Middle School Teachers Present at National CPM Conference Amanda Kadulski, middle school special education teacher, and Tom Dagit, middle school math teacher, recently had the honor of presenting at the National CPM Conference in San Francisco, CA. For the past four years, Kadulski and Dagit have been active members of CPM’s Teacher Research Community (TRC), collaborating with education professionals from across the country. At this year’s conference, they shared their research about lesson consolidation through both a poster session and a formal presentation, “From Mortar Meaning: Using Consolidation to Build Lasting Mathematical Understanding.” They had the opportunity to connect with fellow educators who are passionate about meaningful and engaging math instruction. In addition to presenting, they attended several impactful sessions, including inspiring workshops led by Peter Liljedahl, author of Building Thinking Classrooms. Kadulski and Dagit have implemented strategies from the book in their classrooms over the past four years, and elementary teachers in the district are currently studying the text as well. All conference expenses were fully covered by CPM through Kadulski and Dagit’s involvement in the Teacher Resource Community, resulting in no cost to the district while still providing valuable professional learning opportunities. They expressed gratitude to CPM for its support and look forward to putting their new ideas into action in their classrooms.

Laughter, Lessons, and Leadership: A Busy Season for our FFA Chapter BY ATTYSON WILSON, SDHS SENIOR Over the past few months, FFA members have been busy planning events and attending conferences around the state. Recently, we hosted our first-ever FFA Trivia Night. Groups of six staff and community members came together to answer a wide variety of questions. Laughter was shared, debates were held, and treats were enjoyed. We were so excited to bring community members together for a fun-filled night, which paid off with great success. We look forward to hosting many more events like this in the future! Not only have we been planning events, but members have also been attending conferences to create a deeper understanding of FFA, themselves, and ways to improve their chapter. At the end of November, a group of members attended the two-day Mission/Impact conference in Wisconsin Dells. During the conference, members learned about their values and how everyone has different perspectives. They were also able to spend time doing hands-on activities that allowed them to discover their own values. In January, two of our members attended the Halftime Conference in Stevens Point. There, they focused on the second half of the school year with topics centered on growing leaders, building FFA chapters, and making a positive impact on our school and community. We are so excited to begin to implement the new information that our members bring back to us when attending such amazing events!

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Into the Big Blue: Middle Schoolers Take the Plunge in Latest Musical The Middle School Musical program just wrapped up its fourth season. This year, 48 students in grades 6-8 took to the stage to tell the story of Finding Nemo Jr. Directors Sara Mueller and Amanda Kadulski have continued to incorporate student involvement in all facets of the production including: lighting, scene changes, set construction, and painting. Over the past 4 seasons, middle school students have not only held the roles on stage, but also made up the stage crew and stoplight operators in the booth. One main goal the directors have is to instill the importance of community in this program - showing that every person plays an important role in the success of the show. Having students take ownership in their work also sheds light on all of the moving parts that come together to make the run of a musical a success. Middle schoolers aren’t the only ones thriving in the theater with this program - the collaboration with High School leaders is growing as well! This year Kaitlyn Kluge (sophomore) was the sound technician in the booth - running sound for the entire run of the show; Ashton Bouche and Camden Soukup (freshmen) were stage managers backstage - coordi-

nating scene changes, running cues, and operating curtains; and Kayla Johnson, Abby Verhagen, and Lania Milewicz took lead on set painting. Additionally, most rehearsals had High School student leaders that worked on acting and dancing skills with the middle school performers. Finding Nemo Jr. is a story of overcoming fears, building trusting friendships, and celebrating community. As they say - it takes a whole village - and this year was no exception. Taking the plunge into the Big Blue World would not have been possible without the dedication of the dynamic production team and the numerous parent and family volunteers. As a result of everyone’s dedication, there was no shortage of smiles as students took the stage and showed the audience all of their hard work - proving the success of another musical season.

This opportunity is open to any students in grades 6, 7, and 8 - no music experience required! Although this season has come to an end, ideas for next year are already in the works. Sign-ups and information will be available in September to see what the 2027 Middle School Musical has in store!

Digging Up History: Southern Door’s Hidden Treasures BY JUDY JESSE, SCHOOL ARCHIVES COORDINATOR Did you know that the Southern Door School District is located on 129 acres of incredible natural resources? Our campus offers unique facilities and “hidden treasures” that many other school systems aren’t fortunate enough to have.

• Access: Open to the public 7 days a week. Dogs are welcome on leashes (outside of school hours), and pedal bikes are permitted. A Journey Through Time and Nature As you walk the trail, you will encounter the landmarks that make our district a living classroom:

Our latest Archives display by the Eagle Gym was inspired by a beautiful watercolor painting by Charles Peterson titled “The Chaudoir Nature Center.” This artwork got our committee thinking about the amazing history and nature right in our own backyard. Take a moment to visit the new display, “SOUTHERN DOOR’S HIDDEN TREASURES!” which highlights the many outdoor gems accessible via our Community Walking Trail.

• The Waniger School: This restored 1882 one-room schoolhouse was originally located at Cty. C and MM. It represents the 36 outlying schools that once formed our district. Thanks to the Randy Weckler family and dedicated volunteers, it stands today as a testament to our educational roots.

• The Trail: Explore a one-mile wheelchair-accessible path or a two-mile loop around the property.

• The Schoolyard Garden: Just behind the schoolhouse, you’ll find a garden planted by hundreds of K-4 students. From

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purple cauliflower to kohlrabi, this space is a buzzing hub for pollinators and young green thumbs. • The Prairie: Established in 2016, this habitat was created by students planting native seeds. Following a controlled burn to manage invasive species, the prairie reached full bloom in 2020. • The School Pond: Located at the west end of the forest, the pond is a student favorite for catching and studying frogs, turtles, and dragonflies. The School Forest & Chaudoir Nature Center The heart of our outdoor “classroom” is the 129-acre School Forest. It is filled with birdhouses, bat houses, and winding trails through thick undergrowth.

Deep within the woods sits The Chaudoir Nature Center, the original local Belgian log cabin featured in Charles Peterson’s painting. Gifted by the Chaudoir family, the cabin offers hands-on experiences with animal hides, snake skins, and forest artifacts. Nearby, you can also find the “Sugar Shack.” Originally built in 1970 by the High School Ecology class, it was recently reopened to teach students the traditional “sap to syrup” process, from tapping maple trees to the final boil. Get Involved! The School Archives are coordinated by Judy Jesse. If you would like to get involved, have items you wish to donate, or would like more information on these treasures, please contact Judy Jesse at 920-743-9730 or reach out to our District Office.

52nd Annual Salon of Door County High School Art April 4 - May 23, 2026 On view in Galleries 1 and 2 (Miller Art Museum)

We are thrilled to share an update from the Regional Spelling Bee! Southern Door 6th grader Katie Quigley earned an impressive 2nd place finish. We are incredibly proud of Katie for her hard work and for representing our district with such poise and excellence. Congratulations, Katie!

Shout Out to our Upcoming Retiree! Joan Berg 6th/7th Grade Science Teacher 5 years at Southern Door (27 years overall in education)

Testing Season at Southern Door BY MR. DILLAN ZALESKI (CURRICULUM SUPPORT SPECIALIST/DAC) As we enter the spring season, our schools are preparing for the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS) window. These assessments provide a vital “snapshot” of student achievement, helping us ensure our instruction aligns with the Wisconsin Academic Standards and that every student is on the path to being college and career ready. Elementary & Middle School: The Forward Exam During March and April, students in grades 3–8 will participate in the Wisconsin Forward Exam. This online assessment measures achievement in key content areas: • Grades 3–8: English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics • Grades 4 & 8: Science • Grades 4, 8, & 10: Social Studies While the Forward Exam is a summative measure, we use this data alongside our local i-Ready Diagnostic results to celebrate growth and tailor our Tier 1 and Tier 2 instructional supports. High School: PreACT Secure & The ACT In March, our high school students will engage in state-mandated testing designed to measure progress toward College and Career Readiness Standards. • Freshmen & Sophomores: Will com-

plete the PreACT Secure. • Juniors: Will take the ACT with Writing. New This Year: Strategic Preparation We are excited to share several new initiatives aimed at boosting student confidence and proficiency: • PreACT Accelerator Program: Since December, our students have been engaging in the PreACT Accelerator, a targeted program designed to sharpen ELA skills and increase overall proficiency scores. • Cross-Curricular Task Force: Our dedicated PreACT Task Force has identified specific sub-categories where students have historically struggled. Teachers across all departments—not just ELA and Math—are implementing integrated strategies to bridge these gaps and support student success. • Goal Setting: Students continue to maintain assessment portfolios, using their Typical and Stretch Growth targets to take ownership of their learning journeys. We want to extend a sincere thank you to our families and staff for supporting our students during this time. Your encouragement helps our students perform to the best of their ability!

In celebration of creativity, discipline, and emerging voices, Door County’s high school art departments present student artwork by freshmen through seniors. The long-standing exhibition features a selection of work from across the county’s schools, offering young artists the experience of presenting their work in a professional museum setting. Notably, this year’s gallery will feature a dedicated selection of pieces from the talented students at Southern Door High School. Their unique contributions highlight the diverse perspectives and artistic skills being cultivated within our classrooms.The Salon honors both individual expression and the dedicated teaching that nurtures it, inviting the public to engage with the next generation of visual thinkers and makers.

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From the Court to the Mat: Eagles Soar Through the Winter Season BY ELISE JACKSON, SDHS JUNIOR As the winter season comes to a close, Southern Door High School athletes once again demonstrated resilience, growth, and Eagle pride across the court and the mat. From playoff buzzer-beaters to state qualifications, this winter was filled with memorable moments. The Eagles wrapped up conference play finishing 5th with a 4–10 conference record and a 6–18 overall record. While the season presented challenges, the team showed tremendous growth and grit when it mattered most. Entering the playoffs as the 9th seed, the Eagles earned an exciting first-round victory over 8th-seeded Michicot, defeating them 59–57 in a thrilling rematch after falling to them earlier in November. The win was a testament to the team’s perseverance and improvement throughout the season. Southern Door’s postseason run came to an end against top-seeded Manitowoc Lutheran, but the Eagles closed their season competing with heart and determination. Junior Kyleigh Claflin made second team All-Conference, and senior Alanah Kaye was an honorable mention for All-Conference. The boys’ basketball team finished the regular season with a 4–19 overall record and 1–14 mark in conference play, placing 9th in the conference. Despite the tough record, the Eagles continued to battle each game and earned a spot in postseason play. Entering the playoffs as the 12th seed, Southern Door faced 5th-seeded Algoma, falling to the team with a score of 73-50. Senior Lauden Berg made second team All-Conference.

Southern Door’s girls wrestling program had an outstanding winter, highlighted by strong individual performances and major postseason success.This season also featured the first Packerland Girls Wrestling Tournament. 7 of our wrestlers earned 1st team all conference at this tournament. Throughout the regular season, the lady Eagle wrestlers won multiple tournaments, a testament to not only their remarkable individual abilities, but also team accomplishments. The Eagles claimed the conference title, led by conference champions Nora LeFevre (senior), Skya Scrimgeour (freshman), Violet Jackson (sophomore), Portia Hah (junior), Tiana Hah (freshman), Sydney Turner (senior), and Kailyn Neville (senior) (all on the women’s first team All-Conference wrestling). Their dominance at the conference meet set the tone for a remarkable postseason run. At regionals, Tiana Hah, Portia Hah, Sydney Turner, Nora LeFevre, and Skya Scrimgeour all placed in the top two of their weight classes to qualify for sectionals. From there, Portia Hah, Sydney Turner, and Skya Scrimgeour advanced even further, earning coveted spots at the state meet after outstanding performances at sectionals. Their success reflects not only individual talent but the rapid growth and strength of Southern Door’s girls wrestling program. The boys wrestling team also made its mark this season, highlighted by junior Lance Veeser qualifying for the state

tournament. Throughout the regular season Lance had a 41-7 record, with 32 wins by fall. He also recorded his 100th career win this year during the Dirk Sorenson Door County Classic at Sturgeon Bay, where he finished 1st in the 165 lb weight class. At the same meet, sophomores Clark LeFevre and Chance Dekeyser also reached the finals of their weight classes, helping the Eagles bring home multiple top finishes. Clark LeFevre and Lance Veeser were both honored as a part of first team All-Conference wrestling. Allowed to compete in men’s swim as a part of the Notre Dame/Southern Door cooperative high school boys’ swimming team, senior Jack Monfils qualified for the state swimming and diving championships in three events. Of those events, he placed fifth in the 100-yard breaststroke, and also placed 12th in the 200 individual medley and was part of the Notre Dame/Southern Door 200 medley relay that finished 16th. From close playoff battles on the hardwood to championship performances on the mat, Southern Door athletes represented their school with pride this winter. Congratulations to all of our Eagles on a season defined by perseverance, growth, and competitive spirit. We look forward to what’s ahead in the spring season!

Southern Door School District Art Show

Southern Door Talon Community Fitness Center - Membership Information

THURSDAY, APRIL 23RD | 5:00–7:00 PM Get ready to blast off into creativity! Mark your calendars for our annual district-wide Art Show and fundraiser - this year’s theme is “Out of This World!” Our halls will be transformed into a galaxy filled with imagination, color, and incredible student artwork. Families are invited to explore interactive art stations, view stunning displays from all grade levels, and celebrate our talented young artists. From painted planets to cosmic creatures, this is a night you won’t want to miss! Come support our student artists as they shine bright like stars—hope to see you there!

The Southern Door School District is proud to offer the Talon Community Fitness Center as a hub for health and wellness in our community. A special reminder: all district residents age 62 or older are eligible for a FREE annual membership. Memberships run on a July 1 – June 30 cycle, but can be purchased at any time throughout the year ($150 annual fee). Memberships purchased after January 1 are reduced in price by $25. This flexible option ensures that community members can join when it works best for them. The Talon Community Fitness Center provides top-tier amenities in a welcoming, community-focused environment, including: • Full weight room with strength and cardio equipment • Indoor Turf Facility • Eagle Gym (when not in use by school teams/ groups) Take advantage of this opportunity to stay active and connected. To learn more or to get started, visit the Talon Community Fitness Center page on the Southern Door website or call the Southern Door High School office at 920-825-7333.

TalonTimes Newsletter of Southern Door School District Volume 41 Issue 3

Contributors: Joan Berg, Steve Bousley, Tom Dagit, Dave Desmond, Sue Ann Hubbard, Elise Jackson, Judy Jesse, Amanda Kadulski, Ben Kline, Heather Kraeuter, Kevin Krutzik, Kate Lardinois, Billie Moore, Sara Mueller, Angie Paplham, Morgan Phipps, Courtney Renard, Krista Schley, JamieLynn Teska, Marc Vandenhouten, Cory Vandertie, Dan Viste, Alyssa Walton, Attyson Wilson, Dillan Zaleski Sponsored by: Peninsula Pulse Total Copies: 24,000

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Upcoming Events Ata-Glance I Am, He Said: Celebrating Neil Diamond April 12, 2026 at 4pm

This celebration of the amazing musical icon, Neil Diamond, is selling out shows across the country! Matt, Jeff, and Tommy Vee, nephew and sons of the legendary 60s pop-star Bobby Vee, respectively, come together with an all-star band to celebrate the music from the timeless catalog of Neil Diamond. With songs like “Cracklin Rosie,” “Song Sung Blue,” and “Sweet Caroline,” Neil Diamond sold over 100 million records worldwide with music that became the soundtrack to one generation after another, spanning five decades. Presenting Sponsor: Quantum Technologies, Bissen Asphalt, LLC Supporting Sponsors: Kevin’s Automotive, Wienke’s Market

The Four C Notes: Music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons April 26, 2026 at 3pm Pete the Cat - The Musical (Arts in Education) April 28, 2026 at 9:30am and 1:00pm SING, Door County May 30, 2026 at 7pm The Little Mermaid Missoula Children’s Theatre June 19, 2026 at 3:30pm & 6pm Swingin’ Door Big Band June 25, 2026 at 7pm

Don’t miss the Midwest’s ONLY tribute recreating the iconic sounds of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons! Created by John Michael Coppola, best known for his appearance in Chicago’s long-running production of the Broadway smash hit JERSEY BOYS, the show features everyone’s favorite hits: “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Walk Like A Man,” “Can’t Take My Eyes off of You,” “Oh, What A Night (December 1963)” and many more! Presenting Sponsor: VerHalen, Inc./Pella Windows & Doors of Wisconsin Supporting Sponsor: Wave Pointe Marina & Resort

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FRI 3/20 LIVE MUSIC FRANKIE & VIV Nightingale Supper Club, 1541 Egg Harbor Road, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.5593. 5-8pm. From jazz to soft rock to folk, this duo plays across all genres and decades.

PERFORMANCE “CHROMATIC: SONG IN LIVING COLOR” MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson Street, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2800. 7pm. Sturgeon Bay High School Choir performance to raise funds for the choir students & program. Visit hs-vocalshowcase.square.site for tickets.

FOOD & DRINK FISH FRY & TROUT BOIL St. Mary Parish, 214 Church Street, Algoma. 920.487.5004. 4:30-6pm. Dine-in, takeout or drive-up. $16/person. ST. JOSEPH’S FISH FRY St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 110 N 5th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.2062. 4:30-7pm. Dine-in or carryout. $22/double-order, $20/

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Listen Up! Strings and Stories

March 21, 3 pm, Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S. 4th Ave. This Midsummer’s Music program pairs live classical music by the Griffon String Quartet with children’s stories. single order, $8/kids 7-10, free/kids 6 & younger.

INDOOR EVENTS AT THE ADRC Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2372. 8:30am. Somatics. 9am. Cardio drumming (independent); poker; chess. 10am. DVD Fitness. 11am. Zumba Gold. 11:30am. Guitar music. STORYTIME WITH DIXIE Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor. 920.868.3334. 10-11am. New theme each month. MAGIC COMMANDER NIGHT The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 3-9pm. Play Magic the Gathering in Commander format. EARLY BIRD BINGO Door County Brewing Co. and Music Hall, 8099 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.1515. 4-6pm. Free to play, with fun taproom prizes. SURVEY SLAM TRIVIA Cherry Lanes Arcade Bar, 127 N 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0093. 6pm. Like Family Feud with real-world data.

LITERATURE ART/SPEAKS Door County Community Foundation, 222 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.868.1457. 11am-12pm. Write On, Door County creative lab to encourage writing in response to visual art. AUTHOR TALK Novel Bay Booksellers, 44 N 3rd Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 715.207.1484. 5:30-6:30pm. Local author Dan Powers will read from the novel he is currently writing.

OUTDOOR WINTER GUIDED HIKE Ridges Sanctuary – Cook-Albert Fuller Center, 8166 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2802. 1:30pm. Snowshoes available for $5/pair. $10/public, $7/

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March 21, 1-4 pm, Door 44 Winery, 5464 Cty P in Sturgeon Bay This Milwaukee-based singersongwriter is influenced by classic rock and folk artists like Tom Petty, Cat Stevens and Creedence Clearwater Revival.

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SAT 3/21 LIVE MUSIC JACK TELL Door 44 Winery, 5464 County Hwy P, Sevastopol. 1-4pm. Milwaukee-based singer-songwriter. DAVID SHERMAN Harbor Ridge Winery, 4690 Rainbow Ridge Rd, Egg Harbor. 920.868.4321. 1-4pm. Indie folk with mellifluous vocals. JACOB FANNIN Anchored Roots Vineyard & Winery, 4873 Willow Road, Egg Harbor. 2-4pm. Multi-genre singer-songwriter. CHICAGO MULE Door County Brewing Co. and Music Hall, 8099 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.1515. 3-6pm. From rock classics to current pop hits. ELYSIAN STEW Twelve Eleven Wine Bar, 10339 Hwy 57, Sister Bay. 920.421.9463. 5-7pm. Alternate tunings blended with Western elements. KRISSI MINTIN Cherry Lanes Arcade Bar, 127 N 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0093. 7-10pm. Solo vocalist. DB FUSIONS Salute Wine & Beer Lounge, 7778 Hwy 42, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3247. 7-9pm. Featuring Bill Gironda & Dennis Keith Johnson.

PERFORMANCE MET OPERA: LIVE IN HD MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson Street, Sturgeon Bay. 920.333.2859. 11am. HD livestream as the Metropolitan Opera presents Richard Wagner’s revolutionary romantic opera “Tristan und Isolde” live to theaters worldwide. $10-25/person. STRINGS & STORIES Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.854.7088. 3pm. Family program with storytime & live chamber music by the Griffon String Quartet. STUDENT OPEN MIC Equilibrium Fine Arts & Creative Workshops, 314 Steele St., Algoma. 920.255.1278. 6-8pm. For musicians, poets & other performers, ages 8-18. Refreshments served. Part of Youth Art Month/YAM26.

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“CHROMATIC: SONG IN LIVING COLOR” MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson Street, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2800. 7pm. Sturgeon Bay High School Choir performance to raise funds for the choir students & program. Visit hs-vocalshowcase.square.site for tickets.

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FAMILY ART DAY Peninsula School of Art, 3900 Cty F, Fish Creek. 920.868.3455. 9am-12pm. New art project every month for families with children ages 3-12.

OPEN MIC The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 12:30pm signup starts, 1-4pm open mic for musicians, poets & storytellers hosted by musician Jeanne Kuhns. Food, drinks & games for sale.

INDOOR POKÉMON CLUB The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 9-11 am. A fun-filled morning of battles, trades and more whether you’re a Pokémon master or just starting your journey. SIT ‘N’ STITCH Algoma Public Library, 406 Fremont St, Algoma. 920.487.2295. 10am-2pm. Crafting circle for teens & adults. SPRING COOKIE DECORATING Renard’s Cheese, 2189 Cty DK, Sturgeon Bay. 920.825.7272. 10am-12pm. Decorate 6 cookies with frosting & piping supplies & enjoy refreshments. $25/person. REPAIR CAFE Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.2701. 12-4pm. Volunteer repair coaches fix things made of wood, small electrical household items, jewelry, clothing, leather goods & bicycles. Knife sharpening & gardening advice also available. ECKANKAR SPIRITUAL DISCUSSION Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6578. 1-2:30pm. Discuss mastering your mind. All viewpoints welcome. IRISH DANCERS Kitty O’Reilly’s Irish Pub, 59 E Oak St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.7441. 1:30pm. 10-minute sessions.

OUTDOOR WINTER GUIDED HIKE Ridges Sanctuary – Cook-Albert Fuller Center, 8166 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2802. 10:30am & 1:30pm. Snowshoes available for $5/pair. $10/public, $7/member, free/16 & younger. Register at ridgessanctuary.org. SCIENCE SATURDAY Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.5895.

2pm. Indoor/outdoor educational program geared towards elementary students, but open to all.

INDOOR 4-H RAFFLE Kewaunee County Fairgrounds, 625 3rd St, Luxemburg. 920.388.7141. 10am doors open, 1pm silent auction ends, 1:30pm raffle drawing. Lunch from 10 am to 2 pm, with carry-out available. Proceeds support Kewaunee County 4-H. YOGA SESSION Door County Brewing Co. and Music Hall, 8099 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.1515. 9-10am. Free, all-level session led by a professional instructor. OPEN KNIT & CROCHET The Naked Sheep, 31 S. Madison Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.1166. 12-3pm. Open knitting & crochet.

LITERATURE PROSE OPEN MIC Write On, Door County, 4210 Juddville Rd, Juddville. 920.868.1457. 1-3pm. Share your fiction, essays or memoir excerpts.

MON 3/23

INDOOR TRIVIA & TACOS Thirsty Cow Taphouse, 7899 Co Rd A, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.9991. 5-6pm team signup, 6pm start. ADRC ACTIVITIES Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2372. 8:30am. Foot clinic. 9am. Artists in Making; Boost Your Brain & Memory. 10am. DVD Fitness. 11am. Zumba Gold. 12pm. Bridge. 12:30pm. Poker. SOCIAL CRIBBAGE Northeast Wisconsin Technical College Learning and Innovation Center, 2438 S Bay Shore Drive, Sister Bay. 920.746.4970. 10am-12pm. For knowledgeable players. Bring your cribbage board and cards. UKULELE SOCIETY OF DOOR COUNTY JAM Door County YMCA – Steve & Jackie Kane Program Center, 3866 Gibraltar Road, Fish Creek. 920.868.3660. 1-2:45pm. Open to all players & skill levels. Email dcukesociety@ gmail.com for more info. MOVIE MATINEE Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.5895. 1:30pm. Watch an educational documentary about beavers. MAGIC COMMANDER NIGHT The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 3-9pm. Play Magic the Gathering in Commander format. CANDIDATE FORUM Sturgeon Bay High School, 1230 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2800. 6:30-8pm. Public forum for Door County Board of Supervisors Districts 9 and 10 candidates, hosted by the League of Women Voters of Door County.

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PAUL TAYLOR Osteria Tre Tassi, 11976 Mink River Road, Ellison Bay. 920.309.8390. 6:30-9:30pm. Solo jazz guitar during dinner.

MEMOIR MONDAY Hope United Church of Christ, 141 S 12th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.868.1457. 10-11am. Write part of your life story at this Write On, Door County creative lab geared towards seniors. FORESTVILLE BOOK CLUB Forestville Library, 123 Hwy 42, Forestville. 920.856.6886. 5:30pm. Discuss “The Maid and the Socialite” by Lynda Drews.

GALLERIES MAKER MONDAY Hands On Art Studio, 3655 Peninsula Players Rd, Fish Creek. 920.868.9311. Off-season art workshop series. Visit handsonartstudio.com for signup & event details.

OUTDOOR WALK & TALK Ridges Sanctuary – Cook-Albert Fuller Center, 8166 Hwy 57, continued on page 2

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Monday continued from page 1 Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2802. 1-2pm. The Ridges research team leads a guided hike. For ages 18 & older.

TUE 3/24 LIVE MUSIC OPEN MIC NIGHT Waterfront Mary’s Bar & Grill, 3662 N Duluth Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.3191. 9pm-1am. Hosted by Adam Haste.

INDOOR EVENTS AT THE ADRC Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2372. 8:30am. Strong Bodies. 9am. Euchre; chess. 12:30pm. Golf card game. 1pm. Watercolor painting. CURRENT EVENTS GROUP Calvary United Methodist Church, 4650 Cty E, Egg Harbor. 920.868.3112. 9-10:30am. Discuss local,

Luxemburg. 920.845.2383. 6-8pm. Bingo with songs instead of numbers. Free to play, with prizes to win. SOIL SCIENCE IN THE GARDEN Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.5895. 6:30pm. Learn about the vibrant ecosystem under your feet with the Door County Master Gardeners and Wild Ones – Door County.

SPORTS PICK-UP BASKETBALL Door County YMCA – Sturgeon Bay Program Center, 1900 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.4949. 6-8pm. Drop-in pickup basketball in Gym C.

WED 3/25 THEATER “DEALT A DEADLY HAND” Gloria’s Authentic Mexican Restaurant, 23 W. Oak St., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0816.

Musings Shout-outs, pet peeves, thought-provoking questions and whatever else you were thinking about in the shower this morning.

Is taxidermy considered art? Concept: karaoke, but with movie scenes.

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Britain O’Connor, MD

Pediatrician & Family Medicine Physician now caring for patients in Sturgeon Bay Emplify Health by Bellin is pleased to welcome Pediatrician Amy Fogarty, MD, and Family Medicine Physician Britain O’Connor, MD, to our team in Sturgeon Bay. Dr. Fogarty cares for children of all ages, 0-18. Dr. O’Connor provides a full spectrum of family medicine for your whole family. They join Tomasz Miaskowski, MD, and Ashley Mijal, NP. We are accepting new patients. Call (920) 743-0255 to schedule an appointment.

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Being told to do something you’re already doing. Bluetooth that won’t Bluetooth. state, national & world news. Participants may bring an article, listen & share ideas. No church affiliation. Meet in the library. TECH TUESDAY We Are HOPE, in the Cherry Point Mall, 1300 Egg Harbor Rd, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.7273. 10am-2pm. Free, dropin technology support & computer skills training. TODDLER STORYTIME Algoma Public Library, 406 Fremont St, Algoma. 920.487.2295. 10:30am. STORYTIME WITH MISS BETH Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6578. 10:30-11:15am. Themed storytime for babies, toddlers & preschoolers, followed by free play. SIP & STITCH The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 4-7pm. Knit, sew, crochet, embroider or work on another craft. ATOMIC BINGO Brygga Plates & Pours, 107 N. 1st Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.0700. 6-8pm. 10 free rounds with prizes. 11th round supports a local charity. SINGO Northbrook Golf & Grill, 407 Northbrook Rd,

6pm. Rogue Theater presents a murder-mystery dinner show. Contact the restaurant for reservations. $50/person includes show, dinner, tax & tip.

INDOOR PUZZLES AND GAMES The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 12-3pm. Puzzle club. 5:50-9pm. Magic the Gathering standard showdown. FUN AT THE LIBRARY Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.6578. 11am-1pm. Book Sale. Pick from thousands of books, audiobooks & movies. Proceeds benefit the library. 3:30-4:30pm. Lego Builders. For elementary-aged kids & their families. EVENTS AT THE ADRC Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2372. 9am. Pinochle. 10am. DVD Fitness. 11:30am. Guitar music. 12:30pm. Poker; sheepshead. 1pm. Samba card group. ROTARY CLUB OF DOOR COUNTY NORTH Immanuel Lutheran Church, 7973 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.2224. continued on page 3

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Wednesday continued from page 2 8am. Contact 309.824.7342 for reservations. TECH TALK Door County YMCA – Steve & Jackie Kane Program Center, 3866 Gibraltar Road, Fish Creek. 920.868.3660. 11am. Learn basic technology & security concepts. MUSIC JAM Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor. 920.868.3334. 1pm. Open to all instruments and skill levels. Listeners welcome. FIREHOUSE KNITTERS Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Fire Station, 2258 Mill Rd, Sister Bay. 920.600.5086. 1-4pm. All knitters, crocheters & needleworkers are welcome. GENEALOGY DISCUSSION Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Library, 2323 Mill Rd, Sister Bay. 920.854.2721. 1:30pm. Group discussion on genealogy research. New & experienced participants welcome.

LITERATURE COFFEE & CONVERSATION Write On, Door County, 4210 Juddville Rd, Juddville. 920.868.1457. 10am. Meet the winners of the Wisconsin Writers Association’s Jade Ring Award & hear them read from their work. PLAY READING CLUB Sturgeon Bay Library, 107 S 4th Ave, Sturgeon

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SOLUTION on page 5. 114. International Bollywood star (last name) 115. Willow 117. Singers of “Roses” and “Closer” 122. Chicago character, Roxie 123. Garage floor blemish 124. Dreams 125. Google Maps dir. 126. Deliberately precious 127. Sounding right DOWN 1. Stands up to 2. On the ball 3. Body area shown in exercise machine ads 4. NHL great 5. __ gow poker 6. Hat 7. Mythical serpent 8. Next to nothing 9. Behave like a human? 10. Sob 11. “Stop right there!” 12. Greek letter 13. Error 14. Organs 16. Guitarist Paul 18. Beneficiary 20. Looks like 22. Beehive State athletes 23. Fancy patterned fabric 25. Acknowledgment, for short 31. Sonja Henie’s birthplace 32. Student’s financing 34. Badge

Bay. 920.743.6578. 3:30-4:30pm. Discussion group led by Third Avenue PlayWorks.

OUTDOOR VOLUNTEER WEDNESDAY Potawatomi State Park, 3740 Cty PD, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2890. 9am-12pm. Multiple volunteer opportunities available. Meet at the park’s maintenance shed (first driveway after the park entrance). State park vehicle sticker required. WANDERING WEDNESDAY Crossroads at Big Creek, 2041 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.5895. 1:30pm. Naturalist-guided hike.

THU 3/26 LIVE MUSIC WRITERS’ NIGHT Tambourine Lounge, 59 N. 2nd Avenue, Sturgeon Bay. 920.333.1723. 7-9pm. Share original songs, stories & poetry.

THEATER “DEALT A DEADLY HAND” CHOP, 2345 Mill Rd, Sister Bay. 920.818.0816. 5:45pm. Rogue Theater presents a murder-mystery dinner show. Contact the restaurant for reservations. $66/person includes show, dinner, tax & tip.

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TRILLIUM QUILT MEETING Sister Bay/Liberty Grove Fire Station, 2258 Mill Rd, Sister Bay. 920.854.4021. 10am. Quilting club. Guests welcome. MINIATURE PAINT NIGHT The Gnoshery, 23 N. 3rd Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0727. 4-9pm. Work on your minis. Limited paints & brushes available. OPEN KNIT & CROCHET The Naked Sheep, 31 S. Madison Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.1166. 5-7pm. Open knitting & crochet. OPEN HOUSE Door County Historical Museum, 18 N. 4th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.5809. 5-8pm. Celebrate the museum’s progress on its new exhibits with soup & sweets, plus a silent auction. Presentation at 6 pm. THIRSTY THURSDAY TRIVIA Brygga Plates & Pours, 107 N. 1st Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.0700. 6-8pm. Free to play. Groups of all sizes welcome. MUSIC BINGO Thirsty Cow Taphouse, 7899 Co Rd A, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.9991. 6-8pm. Proceeds go to charities. METHUNKY TRIVIA Homestead Kitchen and Tap, N7551 Co Rd D, Algoma. 920.487.0105. 6-8pm. For teams of 1-8. Watch Homestead’s Facebook page for categories.

GATHER WITH THE GRIFFON MUSE Sturgeon Bay, 330 Jefferson Street, Sturgeon Bay. 920.854.7088. 12pm. Mini-concert by the Griffon String Quartet. JAZZ NIGHT Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor. 920.868.3284. 7pm. Presented by the Gibraltar Music Department with the Door County Food Pantry Coalition. $10/person or $5/ with a nonperishable donation.

INDOOR EVENTS AT THE ADRC Aging & Disability Resource Center of Door County, 916 N. 14th Ave., Sturgeon Bay. 920.746.2372. 8:30am. Strong Bodies. 9am. Friendly Crafters. 10am. Cribbage; Dementia 201. 11:30am. Live guitar music. 12:30pm. Sheepshead. 1pm Woodcarving. ALGOMA BLOOD DRIVE Algoma Community Wellness Center, 1715 Division St., Algoma. 920.487.7001. 9am-1pm. For details, visit tinyurl.com/3hcn6269. SOCRATES CAFE Write On, Door County, 4210 Juddville Rd, Juddville. 920.868.1457. 9:30-11am. Use the Socratic Method to examine life’s big questions. Contact docosocrates@gmail. com with questions.

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St. Paul Lutheran Church A Small Church With A Big Heart

ELCA, Ellison Bay, WI Church Ofﬁce: 920-854-2988 Jim Honig, Pastor A Stephen Ministry Congregation 9:30 AM Worship w/communion in person, drive-in or watch live on the church website. 10:30 AM Coffee & fellowship / Sunday School

11836 WI-42• Ellison Bay • Pastor, Jim Honig Sunday Worship 9:30AM • 10:30AM Coffee & Fellowship

Hainesville Lutheran

3944 Co. Rd. M • Sturgeon Bay • Pastor, Mary Lou Plummer Sunday Worship 9:30AM • 10:30AM Brunch

Sunday School 8:30 - 9:15 am Sunday Worship 9:30 am

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March 22, 2026 FIFTH SUNDAY IN LENT 9:00am Worship March 29th • Palm Sunday 9:00am April 2nd • Maundy Thursday 6:00pm April 3rd • Good Friday 12:00pm & 6:00pm April 5th • Easter Sunday 9:00 & Brunch following

Office (920) 743-4842 Hwy 57 • Institute • www.sspeterpaulsb.org

In-Sanctuary & Parking Lot Worship on 92.1 FM *Holy Communion Offered During All Worship Except Good Friday

Sturgeon Bay Seventh-day Adventist Church

4167 Juddville Rd. Fish Creek www.stpauljuddville.com

First Baptist Church

6121 Gordon Rd • Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 920-743-9511

Bible Study: Saturday 9:30 a.m. Worship Service: Saturday 11:00 a.m. sturgeonbaywi.adventistchurch.org

Immanuel Lutheran Church-LCMC Sunday Worship 10 AM Christmas Worship Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 7 PM Christmas Day Worship 10 AM

7973 Hwy 57 Immanuel Lutheran Church Baileys Harbor, WI 54202

Rooted in Christ + Growing in Faith 920.839.2224 Immanuel-Lutheran.org

Winter Worship Schedule Sundays 10 am

Wednesday night Soup supper at 5pm - Lenten service at 6pm

Corpus Christi Catholic Church Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church Weekend Mass Times Weekend Mass Time Saturday 4:30pm Sunday 8:45am Sunday 7am Sunday 10:30am www.holynameofmary.church www.ccparish.net 7491 County Road H 811 W. Juniper St. Sturgeon Bay, WI Sturgeon Bay, WI

In person and live on Facebook

Calvary & Zion United Methodist Churches

LCMC - A Lutheran Congregation in Mission for Christ

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Pastor Gary Scharrig accessible 7973 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor, WI 54202 Phone: 920.839.2224 Web: Immanuel-Lutheran.org

Pastor Frank Maxwell

We are Merging Excitement and Hope Into a Vital Faith

JESUS CENTERED WORSHIP Pastor Daniel Bowman Associate Pastor Ryan Bowman

Combined Worship Service 9:30 AM at Calvary 4650 Cty E, Egg Harbor Jan • Feb • March

SUNDAY SERVICE 9:30 AM

The Rev. Olin Sletto 920-743-3286 – www.ctkhn.org

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St. Joseph Catholic Church

2336 Canterbury Lane, Sister Bay

110 N. 5th Ave • Sturgeon Bay

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Saturday 4pm Sunday 10am

The Rev. Brit Bjurstrom Frazier, Rector Holy Eucharist 10 am Sunday • 5:30 pm Wednesday All are welcome! stlukes-sisterbay.org

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UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST

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FELLOWSHIP OF DOOR COUNTY

Corner of Old Stage and Hill Roads, Sister Bay

March 22 - 10 AM

Serving in Faith and Mission since 1896 10am Worship in person, or on YouTube. Free lunch for the community the first Wednesday of the month followed by Northern Door Cancer Support @ 12:45

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St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

Visit our website (uufdc.org) or Facebook page (facebook. com/uufdc) for connection details to our Sunday Services.

Holy Thursday • St. Joseph • 7pm Good Friday St. Joseph • 12:30pm | Saints Peter & Paul • 3pm Holy Saturday • St. Joseph • 8:00pm Easter Sunday Saints Peter & Paul • 8:00am • Spanish Mass at 1:00pm 10:00am • St. Joseph

EVANGELICAL FREE HOME CHURCH

Rev. Thomas Farrell, Pastor

Roman Catholic worship and sacraments at six sites in northern Door County

Join us this Sunday! School Elevate Youth Sunday 7:00 - 8:30 PM * Meetsfor at First all Baptist ages Church - 9:15 Worship Service - 10:30

Sunday, 10:00 am Sister Bay For weekday Mass times, locations, and other information see www.stellamarisparish.com or call (920) 868-3241.

Sunday Worship @ 10 a.m. Sunday School 10-11 a.m. Recorded Services on Website & WDOR 93.9 FM Sundays @ 9:30 a.m. Pastor JoAnn Meyer

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WEDNESDAY SERVICE: 6:30PM (SEPTEMBER-APRIL) Bible Study (Adults) Treasure Seekers (Kids 5-12)

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Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran

Sunday 1:00 pm Spanish Speaking

HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE

For more information visit: www.shepherdofthebay.org

340 W. Maple St. • Sturgeon Bay Sunday Worship 9:15AM • 10:15AM Coffee & Fellowship All are welcome!

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Thursday continued from page 3 KARAOKE Cherry Lanes Arcade Bar, 127 N 4th Ave, Sturgeon Bay. 920.818.0093. 7-11pm. Hosted by Sound Expressions.

FISH CREEK’S HOTSPOT

Bayside Tavern and The Bayside Shop are where friends and family gather to make memories.

LITERATURE BETWEEN THE PAGES BOOK CLUB Donald and Carol Kress Pavilion, 7845 Church St., Egg Harbor. 920.868.3334. 10:30-11:30am. Discuss “All the Forgivenesses” by Elizabeth Hardinger. WASHINGTON ISLAND LIBRARY Washington Island Library, 910 Main Rd, Washington Island. 920.847.2323. 11am. Discuss “How the Penguins Saved Veronica” by Hazel Prior. PAGE TURNERS BOOK CLUB Door County YMCA – Sturgeon Bay Program Center, 1900 Michigan St, Sturgeon Bay. 920.743.4949. 11:45am. Foods, friends & conversation. STORIES & STRINGS Write On, Door County, 4210 Juddville Rd, Juddville. 920.868.1457. 4-5pm. The Griffon String Quartet presents the musical kids’ program, “Lakes, Shipwrecks & Pirates.”

OUTDOOR FARM VOLUNTEER DAY The Aquarian Acres, N8282 Cty D, Algoma. 920.471.9728. 9am-12pm. All ages are invited to help with hands-on gardening, planting & farm chores. Volunteers get a small share of the day’s harvest, plus free use of the disc golf course & nature trails after.

FRI 3/27 LIVE MUSIC OPEN JAM Door County Brewing Co. and Music Hall, 8099 Hwy 57, Baileys Harbor. 920.839.1515. 4-8pm. Hosted by the Brew Hounds. All musicians welcome to join.

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Warm up anytime day or night at historic Bayside Tavern. Enjoy our full bar, “Smilen” Bob’s Famous Chili, burgers, sandwiches, made-to-order pizzas, and Friday Fish Fry. baysidetavern.com 920.868.3441

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