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Oshkosh, Wisconsin Patch AM: a 5 min read

Good morning Oshkosh! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How hard were Oshkosh neighborhoods hit by this week’s severe storms?
  • How 100 new airport hangars could affect Oshkosh taxes and jobs
  • Where you can drop off sunscreen to help Oshkosh kids

Also on today's calendar: Oshkosh Kids Foundation- Cow Pie Bingo and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Breezy with lots of sun, with a high of 78 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 78, low: 54.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny; breezy, cooler, with a high of 68 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Severe storms knock out power for 200,000 in the Midwest (rollingout.com) — Severe storms have knocked out power to thousands in Winnebago County, with neighborhoods in and around Oshkosh seeing extensive outages and damage from destructive winds. Utilities and emergency crews are working to clear downed trees and restore service, while forecasters warn more dangerous storms, high winds, hail, and possible flooding could hit the region through Thursday.
   

2. Wittman Regional Airport may lease 47 acres for hangar space (fox11online.com) — Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh could soon lease 47 acres in its Aviation Business Park to Volare Hangars for up to 100 new hangars and related facilities. Winnebago County leaders say the project could boost jobs, visitors, and lease revenue, potentially easing pressure on property taxpayers. County supervisors are expected to vote on the proposal Tuesday, just ahead of AirVenture.
   

3. Oshkosh Boys & Girls Clubs & local groups kick off sunscreen donation drive (wearegreenbay.com) — Families in Oshkosh can benefit from a new Operation: Sunscreen drive led by the Boys and Girls Club of Oshkosh, Discover Oshkosh, and Westhaven Golf Club. Residents are invited to donate new SPF 30+ sunscreen at three Oshkosh locations, helping kids stay protected while enjoying outdoor summer activities across the city.
   

4. Fantasy author Julian Greystoke visits Oshkosh (thenorthwestern.com) — Fantasy author and editor Julian Greystoke will meet readers at Caramel Crisp Bookstore in downtown Oshkosh on June 20, offering signings and craft conversations. Local fantasy fans and aspiring writers can talk with her about storytelling, editing, and resources to develop their own projects, with several of her novels and an upcoming sci‑fi release in the spotlight.
   

5. EAA WomenVenture Will Spotlight Aircraft Design (avweb.com) — WomenVenture 2026 is coming to EAA AirVenture at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, spotlighting women leading aircraft design, building, and testing. Key events on Wednesday, July 22 include the Boeing Plaza group photo, a Power Lunch, and an evening panel at Theater in the Woods, plus a weeklong WomenVenture Center with forums and social gatherings.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I'm thinking of switching to TDS for my cell phone and internet - can anyone confirm they are a good company to work with?
    I need high-speed internet, because I work from home, and the worker assured me it will be high speed. I currently go through T-Mobile and have no… (Nextdoor Hamilton Street)
  • STRAWBERRIES, BLACK DIAMOND WATERMELON, GREEN BEANS, and more PEACHES !
    Arriving at 3:00 @ today. Wednesday June 10th A&T CURBSIDE 1250 Leonard point road Oshkosh (Nextdoor Oakwood)
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  • The Reserves Network, Inc. posted a job opening for Production Associate in Oshkosh. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Oshkosh here.

Ok Oshkosh! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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