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Appleton Liquor Store Posts $113,000 Loss

Financial records show losses in five of the past six years once full costs are considered

by April Ehrenberg
The House of Spirits Liquor Store has faced financial ups and downs in recent years. Only in 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, did it post a significant profit, around $77,000. Read More >

Appleton

Appleton Council Begins 2026 with Key Approvals

by Rev. Herbert Rotunda
Following the two public hearings, Mayor Justin Koepp and all council members (Allan Oyen, Stacey Raddatz, Vanessa Lhotka-Meyer, and Jim Massee) began the first regular council meeting of 2026. City Administrator John Olinger and Clerk Emma Haugen were also present. The Pledge of Allegiance was done before the two public hearings. Read More >

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