Shawn Katzbeck, Director of Tourism for Marinette, joins the show to talk about their Logging and Heritage Festival, which is coming up on the 12th and 13th. The event is a non-profit, volunteer-run organization, with donations from the festival covering expenses such as live entertainment, children’s activities, tents, advertising, and more. Then Dana Pawelczyk, Brand […]

Guests: Dana Pawelczyk, Shawn Katzbeck

Jul 1, 2025

44:02

Influencer Shanisty Ireland joins Jim and John to give some meal ideas for your 4th of July celebration. From things you can easily pick up at the store, to food and snacks you can make in advance, Shanisty shares ways to make the party pop, without killing yourself or ruining the budget. Then Marla Kopecky-Penny […]

Guests: Marla Kopecky Penny, Shanisty Ireland

Jul 1, 2025

44:02

The hour focuses on plans for the 4th of July. From ribs to fireworks, Jim and John discuss holidays of the past, and what they have planned on Friday. Maino and the Mayor is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-9 am on WGBW in Green Bay […]

Guests: Dana Pawelczyk, Shanisty Ireland

Jul 1, 2025

44:02

Kathy Snell is the Special Events Coordinator for the City of Oshkosh, and joins Valley Focus to talk about the Fourth of July Celebrations planned at Menominee Park in Oshkosh. Todd, Lisa, and Kathy talk about moving the launch point for the fireworks, the food trucks, and more. Link to the map: https://www.oshkoshwi.gov/HotTopics/4th%20of%20July%20Layout%202025%20Final.pdf Link to […]

Guest: Kathy Snell

Jul 1, 2025

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A lively chat unfolds about Green Bay’s biggest annual event, the Festival Foods Fire Over the Fox, famed for its spectacular fireworks and diverse music stages. Mary Rhode from On Broadway, Inc. discusses the festival’s logistics, sponsors, and attractions, including the popular Santa Max Latin Stage. The hosts, John Maino and Jim Schmitt, reminisce about […]

Guest: Mary Rhode

Jun 30, 2025

44:02

Kimberly Sawyer of Cellcom chats about balancing motherhood and managing public relations for Cellcom, highlighting their celebratory events across Wisconsin to thank loyal customers amid a recent service outage. She discusses the evolution from landlines to advanced services like home security systems and trail cameras. Later, Kristen Ambos from Point Mortgage Corporation delves into the […]

Guests: Kimberly Sawyer, Kristen Ambos, Mary Rhode

Jun 30, 2025

44:02

The guys talk about John’s shocking 11-pound weight gain over a single weekend, attributing it to summer indulgences like brats and shandies. The duo reminisces about old-school TV shows like WKRP and Match Game, lamenting the lack of such classics today, while debating the allure and pitfalls of having a radio pseudonym. A humorous discussion […]

Jun 30, 2025

44:02

Jennifer Skolaski is the Project Manager for the Winnebago County Overdose Fatality Review Team, and Maddie Breager is the Community Health Strategist for Winnebago County Public Health. They joined Lisa and Todd on Valley Focus to talk about Winnebago’s significant decrease in overdose deaths from 2023 to 2024. They discuss the programs and initiatives that […]

Guests: Jennifer Skolaski, Maddie Breager

Jun 30, 2025

8:08

Mark Husen of Emplify by Bellin Health Sports Medicine. They discuss the healthcare merger’s impact, emphasizing local accessibility and specialization, especially for kids. The hosts highlight Green Bay’s thriving medical industry and its role in regional development. The episode shifts gears with HWE Wrestling’s TJ Bowles and Josie “The Icebox” Valentine, spotlighting the evolution of […]

Jun 28, 2025

44:02

Katy Compton and Nancy Pierce from the Mulva Cultural Center stop by to talk about the ‘Art of the Aviary’ exhibit and highlight local artists’ diverse creations. The Green Bay Art Colony’s century-long legacy as a women’s art organization is celebrated, showcasing photography, sculptures, and mixed media on the theme of flight. Later, the studio […]

Guests: Dennis Peters, Exclu$ive, Katy Compton, Nancy Pierce, Nate Dacapo

Jun 27, 2025

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