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With your local Waupaca news for this Friday, June 12th, I'm Durant Popple. The Waupaca City band concerts are starting up again.  Fridays through July, you can hear a free concert from the city band taking place at Upper South Park, starting at 7pm.  The first concert is even tonight.  Should any of these Friday's have inclement weather, the concert will instead be moved to the Waupaca middle school.  You will also be responsible for bringing your seating of choice.  Additional information, including if there are scheduling changes, will be posted on the city's Facebook page, Facebook dot com slash city of Waupaca. The Waupaca farmers market is ongoing, and is taking place each Saturday through the end of October.  The market takes place on the street next to the library, 9am through 1.  Throughout the year, there can also be entertainment or activities, such as live music.  For those of you who use SNAP, Senior and WIC F M N P checks, the market will match their value, so you can get double the normal fruits and vegetables.  You can check out the Waupaca farmers market on Facebook for details. The Waupaca Library will be hosting Job Center of Wisconsin, who will be running a mini job fair at the library. Coming up on Monday, between 1 and 3, employers from different industries will be in the lower level meeting rooms to answer your questions and discuss employment opportunities.  More information about the fair or other events like this can be found online at Wisconsin job center dot org. That's your local news update, you can always get your news on air or online with your favorite podcast platform.  Get started at Waupaca dot Podbean dot com.

Chain to Main Local News - Thursday, June 11, 2026

Waupaca tourism is proving to be a major economic engine. New data from the Wisconsin Department of Tourism shows visitors to the Waupaca Chain O’ Lakes area generated $180 million in economic impact during 2025. Tourism supported more than 1,180 jobs and produced over $11 million in state and local tax revenue. Waupaca Area Chamber and Visitor Bureau President Jeff Anderson says continued investment by local businesses, from downtown Main Street to the Chain O’ Lakes, is creating new attractions and experiences that draw visitors year after year. Officials say tourism growth continues to benefit local businesses, residents, and the regional economy. City officials in Waupaca are reminding residents that a feral cat trapping campaign near the Oman Street area will continue through the end of June. Live traps are being used to help address a growing feral cat population. Pet owners are reminded that cats and dogs must be leashed or kept on their property when outside. If a pet cat goes missing, contact the Humane Society of Waupaca County. Officials also warn that tampering with city-owned traps could result in fines. For questions, contact Code Enforcement Officer Dan Hansen at Waupaca City Hall. Looking for something fun to do today? The Waupaca Area Public Library is hosting an Instrument Petting Zoo from 1 to 3 p.m. today, giving people of all ages a chance to hold, explore, and try a variety of musical instruments. The no-cost, hands-on event is designed for anyone curious about music or interested in finding out which instrument might be right for them. The Instrument Petting Zoo takes place this afternoon at the Waupaca Area Public Library in the exhibit room.

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