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UWO alumna dies at age 22

UW-Oshkosh alumna Charlotte Nooe died unexpectedly in her sleep at age the age of 22 on January 11. Nooe was known around the Oshkosh community for being the vocals and guitarist for Charley and the Cynics. Her along with her band members, Jason Verstegen, Jon Powell, and Josh Rankin, had played at local places like the Reptile Palace and Titan Underground. Full story

Police confirm body found in Fox River is that of Michael Philbin
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Scoreboard operator retires after 41 years
Father Carr’s Place offers food, warmth for holidays

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Police confirm body found in Fox River is that of Michael Philbin

The Oshkosh Police Department confirmed at a press conference at 10:30 a.m. today that the body found in the Fox River yesterday at 3 p.m. is that of Ripon resident, Michael Philbin. Philbin was the 21-year-old son of Green Bay Packer's offensive coordinator Joe Philbin. Full story

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B-Side Presents When Santa realizes his marriage failed

The modern world was shocked today when it discovered that Santa Claus, everyone's favorite fat man, had filed for a divorce from his wife of over a millennium, Mrs. Claus. "I just couldn't deal with it anymore," Claus said. "I'd rather spend my life stuck in a chimney than return to that abusive relationship. Full story

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Scoreboard operator retires after 41 years

To do anything for more than four decades takes great dedication and passion, and that's exactly what Ben Zalas proved he had as the scoreboard operator each fall at UW Oshkosh home football games. Zalas, who turned 90 on Nov. 27, grew to become a member of the Oshkosh football community thanks to his love of the game of football. Full story

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Father Carr’s Place offers food, warmth for holidays

The executive director of Father Carr's Place 2B said what started as a hangout for youths has become a haven for the homeless and families in need. Executive Director Joseph Geniesse said the Place 2B was started by the Rev. Martin P. Carr, a Catholic priest, almost 40 years ago and has grown to include a homeless shelter, a free pantry, and a free dental and health clinic. Full story