The Post-Crescent

The Post-Crescent is a daily publication located in Appleton, Wisconsin. As a member of the Gannett newspaper family, it serves a wide audience across several counties around the Appleton region.

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'Closeness, tenderness, compassion': Fox Valley Catholic leaders reflect on Pope Francis' impact

2 days ago | postcrescent.com | Kelli Arseneau

In the wake of Pope Francis' death April 21, local Catholic leaders share thoughts on the pope's impact. Father Bill Swichtenberg, priest at St. Mary Catholic Community in Appleton, was among five priests from the United States selected for a gathering and meeting with the pope last year. Swichtenberg and other local faith leaders remember Pope Francis as a leader with humility and great care for marginalized communities.
Senate passes postpartum Medicaid expansion in a rare showing of broad bipartisanship

2 days ago | postcrescent.com | Molly Beck

Senators voted 32-1 to pass a bill authored by Republicans that would allow low-income mothers who make more than the poverty level to stay on BadgerCare PlusWisconsin is one of only two states that does not offer a full year of Medicaid coverage to certain low-income mothers after they give birth. The bill still needs passage in the state Assembly, where Speaker Robin Vos says he remains opposed but may allow the bill to come to a vote on the floor.
'A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical' is rare personal look at songwriter's life, actor says ahead of Appleton run

2 days ago | postcrescent.com | Kelli Arseneau

The first national tour of "A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical" is coming to Appleton April 29 through May 4. Cast member Michael Accardo, who spent much of his teenage years and young adulthood in Wisconsin, said the musical is a "last concert tour" for the famous songwriter. APPLETON — A musical tale about the man behind classic hits like "Sweet Caroline" and "I'm a Believer" is making its way to Appleton.
Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is a finalist for the 2024-25 MVP award

4 days ago | postcrescent.com | Jim Owczarski

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo was named as a finalist for the 2024-25 NBA Most Valuable Player award on April 20. It will be the fifth time Antetokounmpo, 30, will finish in the top three in MVP voting in his 12-year career. He won the award in 2019 and 2020. He already won the Emirates NBA Cup MVP this season and was part of the in-season all-tournament team.
A Neenah resident who is a U.S. citizen was told to self-deport by DHS. Here's what happened

6 days ago | postcrescent.com | Rebecca Loroff

A Neenah man was told by the Department of Homeland Security he had to leave the United States, even though he is a U.S. citizen. Even though he was later confirmed to be an unintended recipient, the notice was blasted by Senator Tammy Baldwin as "completely illegal."Tom Frantz, whose story first broke on WPR, received an email April 11 that told him to "depart the United States immediately" because his humanitarian parole was being terminated.
Sen. Chris Van Hollen meets with Kilmar Abrego Garcia | The Excerpt

6 days ago | postcrescent.com | Taylor Wilson

On Friday’s episode of The Excerpt podcast: Sen. Chris Van Hollen met Thursday with Kilmar Abrego Garcia. But the wrongly deported Maryland man remains in custody. The U.S. will abandon Ukraine peace efforts if no progress is made soon, according to Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Police allege the son of a local sheriff's deputy opened fire at Florida State University. President Donald Trump lashes out at Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Trump predicts trade deals with China and the EU.
Ever wanted to try a field goal on Lambeau Field? Or just walk on the field? It's among NFL draft fan experiences

6 days ago | postcrescent.com | Jeff Bollier

The 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay will allow some fans a very rare opportunity to kick a field goal in Lambeau Field. Fans can participate in various activities, including a 40-yard dash and photo opportunities with NFL memorabilia. Several kid-friendly activities will be available, such as the NFL Play 60 Zone. Attendees need to register for free tickets via the NFL OnePass app.
Why does the Appleton library belong to different system than Neenah or Menasha?

6 days ago | postcrescent.com | Duke Behnke

Reader question: I was shocked to find out that not all of the Fox Cities libraries are in the same sharing network. The Appleton library is part of the Outagamie Waupaca Library System, and the Neenah and Menasha libraries are part of the Winnefox Library System. Patrons of any Fox Cities library should be able to have holds transferred from any other library in the area, and they should also be able to return books to any of those libraries.
Jordan Love says the Green Bay Packers need Jaire Alexander back

1 week ago | postcrescent.com | Christopher Kuhagen

The Green Bay Packers' decision-makers appear set to move on from Jaire Alexander. But Packers quarterback Jordan Love has other thoughts. "He’s definitely a player we need back," Love said when asked about the All-Pro cornerback during his appearance on FanDuel's "Up & Adams Show" on April 17. Love said he plans to reach out to Alexander for a status up. "Ja, he’s got his own world going on," said Love, who is entering his third season as the Packers' starting quarterback in 2025.
Appleton man gets prison time for robbing same bank twice, said he wanted to avoid homelessness

1 week ago | postcrescent.com | Kelli Arseneau

Martin Schiedermayer, 63, was sentenced April 17 to five years in prison and seven years of extended supervision for robbing a downtown Appleton bank in January. Schiedermayer robbed the same bank in 2011. In both cases, he said he wanted to go to jail to avoid being homeless. Attorneys for both the defense and prosecution said Schiedermayer made the robbery as least threatening as possible, but the judge emphasized the crime's seriousness.