Mikenzie Hammel

Phoenix

- "The Flexible Journalist" - @kgun9 reporter, @BEAWebTweets winner, @HearstAwardsSF winner, @cronkite_ASU alum, Yoga Instructor

Articles

Sheboygan community's feedback helped design Weill Center expansion

3 days ago | tmj4.com | Mikenzie Hammel |Tony Aria

SHEBOYGAN, Wis. — This week, the Stefanie H. Weill Center, a prominent arts and entertainment nonprofit, announced plans to expand its property and enhance its amenities. “The Weill Center owns a lot of unusable buildings, nearly half a block, in downtown Sheboygan," said Executive Director Katy Glodosky. Recognizing the need for a refresh, the organization took take significant steps forward. In show business, that means go big or go home.
Beechwood community rallies for bar opening after fire destroys other location

3 days ago | nbc26.com | Mikenzie Hammel

NEW PROSPECT — Last month, the Twisted Pair Bar and Restaurant in Beechwood was destroyed by a fire. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Twisted Pair Staff devastated as historic Wisconsin bar destroyed by overnight fireFortunately, a different bar location was already in the works at Beavers Tail. This week saw the soft opening of the renovated establishment, with loyal customers turning out to show their support. The group was thrilled to be together again for their usual gathering at Tuesday's happy hour.
Beechwood community rallies for bar opening after fire destroys other location

3 days ago | tmj4.com | Mikenzie Hammel |Tony Aria

NEW PROSPECT, Wis. — Last month, the Twisted Pair Bar and Restaurant in Beechwood was destroyed by a fire. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Twisted Pair Staff devastated as historic Wisconsin bar destroyed by overnight fireFortunately, a different bar location was already in the works at Beavers Tail. This week saw the soft opening of the renovated establishment, with loyal customers turning out to show their support. The group was thrilled to be together again for their usual gathering at Tuesday's happy hour.
Victim criticizes Sheboygan's handling of 2024 cyberattack

4 days ago | tmj4.com | Mikenzie Hammel |Tony Aria

SHEBOYGAN, Wis. — Since October of 2024, the City of Sheboygan has been investigating a cyberattack on its system. Only recently have officials begun to reveal the breadth of the incident and notify the victims. Beatriz Amador's stomach sank when she checked her mail last week and came across a letter from the city.
Funding cuts challenge local arts organizations in Sheboygan

1 week ago | tmj4.com | Mikenzie Hammel |Tony Aria

SHEBOYGAN, Wis. — Communities with rich arts and theater presences, like Sheboygan, can only thrive with ample funding and donations. At the John Michael Kohler Arts Center, the recent announcement of lost funding from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) is shocking. The NEA is a government agency that supports artistic projects nationwide.
Community details Sheboygan's strong ties to Japan

1 week ago | nbc26.com | Mikenzie Hammel

SHEBOYGAN — How is a sister city established? TMJ4's Mikenzie Hammel was asked that question by a community member in a previous interview, so she found out. Sheboygan has two. One in Esslingen, Germany and the other in Tsubame, Japan. That partnership has flourished for nearly three decades. “There’s a lot of similarities between Sheboygan and Tsubame,” noted Mayor Ryan Sorenson, highlighting the shared strengths in tourism and manufacturing, particularly in kitchenware.
Community details Sheboygan's strong ties to Japan

1 week ago | tmj4.com | Mikenzie Hammel |Tony Aria

SHEBOYGAN, Wis. — How is a sister city established? TMJ4's Mikenzie Hammel was asked that question by a community member in a previous interview, so she found out. Sheboygan has two. One in Esslingen, Germany and the other in Tsubame, Japan. That partnership has flourished for nearly three decades. “There’s a lot of similarities between Sheboygan and Tsubame,” noted Mayor Ryan Sorenson, highlighting the shared strengths in tourism and manufacturing, particularly in kitchenware.
Oostburg community grieves loss of couple killed in wrong-way crash

1 week ago | tmj4.com | Mikenzie Hammel |Tony Aria

OOSTBURG, Wis. — The waters of Lake Michigan serve as a serene backdrop for Pauline Heyman, who finds solace at the coast during her time of grief. “At nighttime, if I can't sleep, this is where I come,” she shares. Heyman has been grappling with the devastating loss of her brother, Jay Horne, and his wife, Nicole, who were killed in a wrong-way crash early Monday morning.
A welcome relief: Milwaukee, Sheboygan groups offer free showers, haircuts to unhoused amid resource shortage

1 week ago | nbc26.com | Mikenzie Hammel

SHEBOYGAN — Milwaukee nonprofit Street Angels has taken their mission to Sheboygan, providing fresh haircuts and a mobile shower service for individuals experiencing homelessness. Chris Johnson, who has been unhoused for several years, shared his thoughts on the program: “It’s pretty neat to have a positive thing in our community for people that are suffering.” This support has made an undeniable difference for Johnson. “We do have some resources — we just need some more help,” he added.
A welcome relief: Milwaukee, Sheboygan groups offer free showers, haircuts to unhoused amid resource shortage

2 weeks ago | tmj4.com | Mikenzie Hammel |Tony Aria

SHEBOYGAN, Wis. — Milwaukee nonprofit Street Angels has taken their mission to Sheboygan, providing fresh haircuts and a mobile shower service for individuals experiencing homelessness. Chris Johnson, who has been unhoused for several years, shared his thoughts on the program: “It’s pretty neat to have a positive thing in our community for people that are suffering.” This support has made an undeniable difference for Johnson. “We do have some resources — we just need some more help,” he added.