City Talk - Shawano

05/27/2026

Reminder that No Mow May comes to an end this Sunday, May 31st! 🌱☀️

The forecast is looking great for the weekend, making it the perfect time to get your lawn mowed if you haven’t had the chance already.

05/20/2026

The City of Shawano, Wisconsin, invites applications for the position of Accountant.

Position Description: The position is responsible for providing accurate and timely financial support to the Finance Director and all City departments. Principal duties include assisting with: payroll processing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, audit preparations, and general accounting for all City departments.

The Accountant reports to the City’s Finance Director and plays a key role in the financial management of the city. They are responsible for precise financial analysis and record keeping that results in organized financial records, improved utilization of material and/or equipment, decreased liability, and improved public satisfaction.

A full position description can be found at www.cityofshawano.com under “Employment Opportunities”.

05/12/2026

Tomorrow is the day! Join Matt & Lesley on the WTCH Breakfast Club from 8:30-9:00 tomorrow morning!

Have a question about the City of Shawano? Comment here and we will answer them on the radio tomorrow morning!

04/24/2026

Please note that Spring Cleanup has concluded. Leaves must now be placed in appropriate containers or biodegradable bags for collection.

Bulky items require stickers, which can be purchased at City Hall, or they may be taken directly to the landfill.

If you have any items remaining at the curb, please arrange for their proper disposal.

Thank you for your cooperation.

04/20/2026

Sturgeon Update:

We have been seeing the sturgeon beginning to arrive at Sturgeon Park. We know each year, this amazing event draws large crowds to the area. Please note that we still have high water levels at the sidewalk. For everyone's safety, we ask that visitors continue to avoid going around the barricades and instead view the sturgeon spawn from the top of the hill near the parking lot or from the Mountain Bay Trail bridge. When the water recedes enough for us to feel safe removing the barricades, we will certainly do so.

For those of you who want to enjoy the sturgeon from your home, office, or classroom, the camera feeds are up as well and can be viewed by visiting our website: https://www.cityofshawano.com/412/Sturgeon-Cam

Please note that if you do see groups of individuals that are handling the sturgeon, they are most likely with the Wisconsin DNR, and they are taking measurements and gathering information about the sturgeon. That being said, if you see anything that seems out of sorts in the area, please be sure to report it.

04/15/2026

04/15/2026

04/15/2026

**BALSAM ROW RD DAM UPDATE**

Crews have been hard at work building up 3–4-foot sand berms on both sides of the dam. While we are unable to stop the rising water levels, these efforts are designed to protect the embankments and direct overflow across the concrete portion of the dam. The water is still rising, but the rate has significantly slowed compared to just a few hours ago.

Dam operators remain on site and are closely monitoring conditions. Emergency coordinators will be notified immediately if there are any signs of structural concerns or potential failure.

At this time, evacuations are NOT necessary. However, we strongly encourage residents to have a plan in place should conditions change.

We are working closely with local partner agencies and have shelter plans ready if needed. At this point, we are confident in the mitigation efforts completed so far.

We will continue to provide updates as conditions evolve. Please stay alert and follow official channels for the latest information.

04/14/2026

Public Notice: Balsam Row Rd Dam

We have been notified that the Balsam Row Rd Dam, just north of Shawano, is at risk of failure. Water has crested over the top of the dam, and because the dam is not fully functional, there are limited options to reduce the threat at this time.

If you live along the river south of the dam, please have a plan in place and be prepared to leave quickly if conditions worsen.

At this time, no official evacuation order has been issued. However, residents in the affected area should closely monitor the situation and be ready to act if further emergency notifications are issued.

Text 54166 to 888777 to receive further alerts. We will do our best to keep everyone aware of this ongoing situation via text alerts and Facebook.

04/14/2026

ATTENTION -

We have been monitoring the rising water levels and, for the safety of the public, have closed the following parks/trails.

- Judd Park

- The Community Gardens (Lieg Park)

- The trails at Kuckuk Park (the playground, shelter, and courts are still open!)

- The trails at Sturgeon Park (the upper area, gazebo, and bridge are still open!)

We will continue monitoring the water and post again once they're safe to reopen.

Be careful out there and stay safe!