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07/23/2025

Derek Emmer spearheaded the project that many had a hand in.

This story first appeared in the July 17, 2025, print edition of the newspaper. By David NordbyThe Brillion News BRILLION – Derek Emmer, a lifelong Brillion resident, wanted to get involved with a project in the community that he could assist with.That’s when the Heritage Park corner came to be....

07/09/2025

Read the full press release from Gov. Tony Evers. The announcement comes less than one week after he line-item vetoed funding for dredging in the Brillion area.

The following press release was issued to The Brillion News on July 9. The announcement from Evers comes less than a week after he line-item vetoed funding for dredging in the Brillion area. MADISON – The Evers Administration today announced it is embarking on a wetland project through the Wiscons...

07/09/2025

It's a rainy night in Brillion. Hopefully there’s no flooding in the area, but if there is, please let us know in the comments below or by emailing [email protected].

06/25/2025

Sonnabend was convicted of s*xual assault in 2016 and 2023.

By David NordbyThe Brillion News BRILLION – The Brillion Police Department notified the public that a convicted s*x offender is scheduled to move to the 400 block of Roselawn in the city. Brandon J. Sonnabend, 29, was convicted of third degree s*xual assault on Dec. 12, 2016, and of second degree ...

06/24/2025

Owner Maxine Charley listed the diner for sale in March.

The Brillion News BRILLION – There is a pending sale for the Rudy's Cafe building and nearby house, owner Maxine Charney announced on social media.The final day that she will have Rudy's open as owner will be Sunday, July 6.“If anything changes before that time, I'll keep everyone posted,” Cha...

06/24/2025

The grant application window is through July 1.

The Brillion NewsBRILLION – The Brillion Area Family of Funds is accepting grant applications from now until Tuesday, July 1.The Brillion Area Community Endowment Fund provides support to nonprofits serving the Brillion community and its residents. The Brillion Advisory Board and the Community Fou...

06/11/2025

Take an inside look at the show and performer that will be at the Endries Performing Arts Center on Thursday.

This article first appeared in the June 5, 2025, print edition of The Brillion News. By David NordbyThe Brillion NewsBRILLION – In Jimmy Buffett's final messages to the public prior to his passing in 2023, he said, “Keep the party going” and “always have a good time.”“That's how much he ...

06/06/2025

Reedsville was dominant in the championship game on Thursday to earn the program’s first regional title since 2012.

Reedsville-celebration.MOVBy David Nordby The Brillion News REEDSVILLE – The Panthers were loud in the dugout, they scored a lot of runs and their defense did the rest. In other words, Thursday’s WIAA Division 4 regional championship game looked a lot like most of the Panthers’ wins this seaso...

05/31/2025

Two area athletes - Logan Schmidt and Allena O’Connell - qualified for next weekend’s state track and field championships.

May 30, 2025 By David NordbyThe Brillion News MARINETTE – Logan Schmidt is headed to state.The Brillion senior qualified for next weekend’s state track and field competition in La Crosse with a fourth-place finish of 52-03.5 in the shot put in the Division 2 sectional on Friday at Marinette.The ...

05/30/2025

Brillion won its first regional championship since 2018 and set a new single-season program record with its 21st win.

May 29, 2025 By David NordbyThe Brillion News BRILLION – The hits just keep coming for the 2025 Brillion softball team – literally.The Lions (21-3) defeated Southern Door 10-2 on Thursday to earn the program’s first regional championship since 2018.Brillion’s 21 wins this season also set a n...

05/26/2025

The Brillion Memorial Day program honored those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.

Pictured left to right are speakers Father Tom Pomeroy, Rebecca Rice, Poppy Princess Ezra Malchek and Brillion Officer Michael Parker, who was the keynote speaker.

On the right is the missing man table, which recognizes the missing heroes. 🇺🇸🇺🇸

04/08/2025

Brillion basketball fans will have a shorter travel time to see Jeremy Lorenz play at his new college.

By David Nordby The Brillion News Jeremy Lorenz will now play his NCAA Division I basketball games closer to his hometown Brillion.Lorenz committed to the DePaul University program on Monday. The Blue Demons play their home games at Wintrust Arena in Chicago.The 6-8 Brillion alum spent his first two...