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Wisconsin man arrested for allegedly setting string of grass fires

Wisconsin man arrested for allegedly setting string of grass fires

NEWTON, Wis. (WFRV) – A 57-year-old Wisconsin man was taken into custody on Monday after allegedly starting a series of small grass fires in Manitowoc County. According to the Manitowoc County Sheriff’s Office, deputies, along with the Manitowoc County Fire Investigation Unit, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, and local volunteer fire departments, have been…

Roads closed in Lawrence due to fire

Roads closed in Lawrence due to fire

LAWRENCE, Wis. (WFRV) – Officials say an active structure fire in the Town of Lawrence is forcing drivers to find an alternate route for their Wednesday morning commute. According to a post on social media by the Town of Lawrence, Mid Valley Drive is closed from Little Rapids Road to Quarry Park Drive. Wisconsin man…

WINTER STORM WARNING: Messy rain & snow mix with strong winds today

WINTER STORM WARNING: Messy rain & snow mix with strong winds today

The Latest from Storm Team 5… Good Morning! Buckle up folks, today is not going to be a fun one to say the least. A storm system strengthening over the Plains will become our weathermaker today. Enjoy a quiet drive to work, as conditions will deteriorate late morning and for the remainder of your Wednesday.…

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John Legend Announces ‘Get Lifted’ 20th Anniversary World Tour

John Legend Announces ‘Get Lifted’ 20th Anniversary World Tour

John Legend is embarking on a world tour to celebrate the 20th anniversary of his debut album, Get Lifted. The tour will visit over 40 cities across the U.K., Europe, and North America, including stops at high-profile venues such as The O2 in London, Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, and Barclays Center in New York.…

Ed Sheeran Gives Surprise Performance At Boston Pub For St. Patrick’s Day

Ed Sheeran Gives Surprise Performance At Boston Pub For St. Patrick’s Day

Ed Sheeran surprised a St. Patrick’s Day crowd at a Boston Irish pub with an impromptu acoustic performance alongside the Irish folk band Beoga. Sheeran shared clips of his celebratory set on Instagram, which featured the pop superstar playing hits like “Galway Girl,” “Shape of You,” and “Nancy Mulligan,” while endearing himself further with the…

‘An Evening With Elton John And Brandi Carlile’ Concert Special Will Air On CBS

‘An Evening With Elton John And Brandi Carlile’ Concert Special Will Air On CBS

On April 6, CBS will air the one-hour concert special, An Evening With Elton John and Brandi Carlile. The broadcast will feature live performances and stories about the songwriting on the duo’s new collaborative album, Who Believes in Angels? The concert will be recorded at John and Carlile’s upcoming performance at London’s Palladium Theatre on…

Charli XCX Announces Party Girl Festival In London This Summer

Charli XCX Announces Party Girl Festival In London This Summer

Charli XCX is set to bring her own Party Girl Festival to London’s Victoria Park on June 14 as part of LIDO Festival. The day-long music festival will feature special guests like Magdalena Bay, Kelly Lee Owens, the Dare, the Japanese House, Jodie Harsh, YSEULT, Gesaffelstein, 070 Shake, A.G Cook, Bladee, and more. “I’m throwing…