To celebrate America’s 250th birthday, the city of Two Rivers put on a fireworks show on July 4, 2026, at 9:30 p.m. The fireworks were lit off on Walsh Field where many attended to watch. In addition to the fireworks show, there was also a band that played on the field beforehand playing many songs for America and for the military services.

Recently, the Village of Denmark has partnered with the Denmark High School (DHS) Digital Arts Club to combine local young talent with municipal public service. Since April, students have been hard at work creating and refining a logo for the village’s new Emergency Management division. Last week, we sat down with Village Emergency Manager Brandon Ackley and DHS sophomore Allison Hagemeister to learn more.

Last month, six Denmark FFA members represented their school and community in a unique competition, earning a state title and a ticket to the national stage. On June 10, the Denmark FFA Parliamentary Procedure Team was crowned this year’s Wisconsin Champions at the State FFA Convention in Madison. We spoke with Denmark FFA Advisor Mary Handrich to learn more.

During a special board of trustees meeting held last Tuesday, the Village of Denmark conditionally approved a sale proposal for a parcel of land that may very well soon be home to the municipality’s newest neighborhood.

This past weekend, thousands descended on Maribel for a big event in a small town. On Saturday and Sunday, the Maribel Lions Club presented their yearly picnic with a packed slate of events and attractions featuring something for everyone. The Denmark News had a front row seat to the festivities to learn more.

On Friday, Saturday and Sunday, the quiet hamlet of Curran was alive with excitement as eleven teams faced off on Father Bill O'Brien Field in the 41st Annual Curran Community Club Slowpitch Softball Tournament. The Denmark News was on the scene to witness this year’s tournament action.

On Friday night, the Denmark Devilbears welcomed one and all to Highridge Diamond for an evening filled with summer fun. That night, the hometown team hosted this year’s “Devilfest” with a variety of activities surrounding a great baseball match-up between the Devilbears and the Ashwaubenon Lookouts.

Next Sunday, July 12, one and all are invited to St. James Catholic Church in Cooperstown for a free and fun outdoor concert. That afternoon, the church will present Michael Prusinsky and his acclaimed saxophone and vocal talents for an afternoon of music from 1 until 3 p.m.

A new chapter in senior care is beginning in Mishicot as Sycamore Lodge Senior Living LLC officially prepares to welcome future residents. The new assisted living community is now completing assessments for individuals interested in joining the facility and exploring their senior living options.  

The Mishicot Girls’ Wrestling program sent five individuals to Fort Wayne, Indiana, to partake in a girls’ wrestling camp at Indiana Tech. The camp focused on getting the girls ready for season in both folkstyle and freestyle, while still incorporating many fun activities.

Families throughout the Lakeshore area are invited to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics at the 6th Annual S.T.E.A.M. on the Lakeshore event. The free community event will take place on Wednesday, July 8, from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Lakeshore Robotics Education Center located at 2815 Meadow Lane in Manitowoc.

Several Mishicot High School students recently attended Badger Boys State, a six-day leadership and government program sponsored by the American Legion. The program was held from Sunday evening through Friday morning, and it brought together nearly 800 young men from across Wisconsin. The boys participated in hands-on government simulations while developing leadership skills and new friendships.

In May, The Denmark News reported that the Village of Denmark was looking into the potential of establishing a community dog park in the vacant lot behind the new Denmark Bank First branch building. Last week, we sat down with Village President Susan Selner and Village Trustee Brandon Ackley to learn more.

During their meeting on June 15, the Denmark School Board addressed alterations to the high school’s open campus policy with major changes being approved after an extended discussion.

Last Tuesday, Our Savior’s Lutheran Church hosted a commemoration of service, fellowship and community. That afternoon, the volunteers who had facilitated Denmark’s Ruby’s Pantry location for the last eight years came together for a final celebration of the time they spent together and the bonds that were formed.