Homes moved for new Lambeau Field media parking lot
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have begun clearing the way for the new additions to Lambeau Field.Two houses near the stadium were moved, rather than demolished, to make way for a new parking lot for the media.The Packers sold the rental properties to Devooght House Movers for a total of $6,000.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have begun clearing the way for the new additions to Lambeau Field.Two houses near the stadium were moved, rather than demolished, to make way for a new parking lot for the media.The Packers sold the rental properties to Devooght House Movers for a total of $6,000.
QB Matt Flynn to visit Miami Dolphins
MIAMI (AP) -- Spurned by Peyton Manning, the Miami Dolphins turned Friday to their backup plan -- backup quarterback Matt Flynn.Manning telephoned the Dolphins on Thursday to advise them he would sign elsewhere, and the team began courting free-agent Flynn, two people familiar with the negotiations said.Both people confirmed the developments to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the Dolphins haven't commented publicly on their free-agent shopping.Flynn, a backup last season with Green Bay, was scheduled to visit Miami by the weekend after concluding a visit with the Seattle Seahawks.Free-agent Mark Anderson, who had 10 sacks last year as a pass-rush specialist for the New England Patriots, visited the Dolphins on Friday.
MIAMI (AP) -- Spurned by Peyton Manning, the Miami Dolphins turned Friday to their backup plan -- backup quarterback Matt Flynn.Manning telephoned the Dolphins on Thursday to advise them he would sign elsewhere, and the team began courting free-agent Flynn, two people familiar with the negotiations said.Both people confirmed the developments to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the Dolphins haven't commented publicly on their free-agent shopping.Flynn, a backup last season with Green Bay, was scheduled to visit Miami by the weekend after concluding a visit with the Seattle Seahawks.Free-agent Mark Anderson, who had 10 sacks last year as a pass-rush specialist for the New England Patriots, visited the Dolphins on Friday.
Packers Defensive End Mike Neal suspended four games
GREEN BAY -- The NFL has suspended Green Bay Packers Defensive End Mike Neal for four games for violating the league's policy on performance enhancing substances.Packers.com reports Neal will be eligible to return to the Packers’ active roster on the day after the team’s fourth regular-season game of the 2012 season.The league says Neal is eligible to participate in both off-season and preseason practices and games.Neal, a second-round pick in the 2010 NFL draft, has played in nine games over two seasons because of injuries.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
GREEN BAY -- The NFL has suspended Green Bay Packers Defensive End Mike Neal for four games for violating the league's policy on performance enhancing substances.Packers.com reports Neal will be eligible to return to the Packers’ active roster on the day after the team’s fourth regular-season game of the 2012 season.The league says Neal is eligible to participate in both off-season and preseason practices and games.Neal, a second-round pick in the 2010 NFL draft, has played in nine games over two seasons because of injuries.Monitor FOX6 News and FOX6Now.com for updates on this developing story.
Case closed in death of Michael Philbin
OSHKOSH -- The case is now closed in the death of former Packers' offensive coordinator Joe Philbin's son, Michael.Michael Philbin's body was recovered from the Fox River on January 9th.Oshkosh detectives say they found no foul play.Toxicology reports show that Michael Philbin had a blood alcohol level of .176 and a positive test for marijuana at the time of his death.
OSHKOSH -- The case is now closed in the death of former Packers' offensive coordinator Joe Philbin's son, Michael.Michael Philbin's body was recovered from the Fox River on January 9th.Oshkosh detectives say they found no foul play.Toxicology reports show that Michael Philbin had a blood alcohol level of .176 and a positive test for marijuana at the time of his death.
Senate approves Aaron Rodgers Day
MADISON (AP) -- The state Senate has passed a resolution naming a day for Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers.The resolution designates Dec. 12, 2012, as Aaron Rodgers Day.Rodgers, who wears No. 12, led the Packers to a Super Bowl victory last year and helped them to a 15-2 record this past season.
MADISON (AP) -- The state Senate has passed a resolution naming a day for Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers.The resolution designates Dec. 12, 2012, as Aaron Rodgers Day.Rodgers, who wears No. 12, led the Packers to a Super Bowl victory last year and helped them to a 15-2 record this past season.
Packers don't tag free agent Flynn
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers did not use the franchise tag on Matt Flynn before Monday's 3pm deadline, which allows the soon-to-be unrestricted free-agent quarterback the ability to leave when the market opens next week.Had the Pack opted to tag Aaron Rodgers' backup, they would have had to pay him over $14 million next season (unless they worked a sign and trade, which is frowned upon by the NFL).Green Bay could still wind up with a compensatory pick for Flynn in 2013.The Packers did not use the franchise tag on any other player.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers did not use the franchise tag on Matt Flynn before Monday's 3pm deadline, which allows the soon-to-be unrestricted free-agent quarterback the ability to leave when the market opens next week.Had the Pack opted to tag Aaron Rodgers' backup, they would have had to pay him over $14 million next season (unless they worked a sign and trade, which is frowned upon by the NFL).Green Bay could still wind up with a compensatory pick for Flynn in 2013.The Packers did not use the franchise tag on any other player.
Wis. lawmakers to honor man behind cheesehead hat
MADISON, (AP) -- Wisconsin lawmakers are getting ready to honor the man who used cheese to create one of the state's most beloved cultural symbols.The state Assembly will vote Tuesday on a joint resolution to honor entrepreneur Ralph Bruno.
MADISON, (AP) -- Wisconsin lawmakers are getting ready to honor the man who used cheese to create one of the state's most beloved cultural symbols.The state Assembly will vote Tuesday on a joint resolution to honor entrepreneur Ralph Bruno.
Packers sold more than 268,000 shares of stock
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- The Green Bay Packers say they sold more than 268,000 shares in their most recent stock offering, raising $67 million dollars to help fund stadium improvements.The team said Thursday it added more than 250,000 new shareholders in the latest stock sale -- its fifth in team history.About half of the sales were in Wisconsin.
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- The Green Bay Packers say they sold more than 268,000 shares in their most recent stock offering, raising $67 million dollars to help fund stadium improvements.The team said Thursday it added more than 250,000 new shareholders in the latest stock sale -- its fifth in team history.About half of the sales were in Wisconsin.
Business Journal Report (2-28-12)
In business news for Tuesday, February 28th, 2012 -- The Green Bay Packers stock sale ends Wednesday at midnight.
In business news for Tuesday, February 28th, 2012 -- The Green Bay Packers stock sale ends Wednesday at midnight.
Packers' Donald Driver joins 'Dancing with the Stars''
GREEN BAY (AP) -- Green Bay Packers all-time leading receiver Donald Driver joins the cast of the ABC show "Dancing With the Stars.''The four-time Pro Bowl receiver will be part of a celebrity lineup that includes actor Jack Wagner, actress Melissa Gilbert, tennis legend Martina Navratilova and Motown great Gladys Knight.The new cast and their professional dance partners were revealed on ABC's "Good Morning America'' Tuesday.Season 14 of "Dancing With the Stars'' begins Monday, March 19.
GREEN BAY (AP) -- Green Bay Packers all-time leading receiver Donald Driver joins the cast of the ABC show "Dancing With the Stars.''The four-time Pro Bowl receiver will be part of a celebrity lineup that includes actor Jack Wagner, actress Melissa Gilbert, tennis legend Martina Navratilova and Motown great Gladys Knight.The new cast and their professional dance partners were revealed on ABC's "Good Morning America'' Tuesday.Season 14 of "Dancing With the Stars'' begins Monday, March 19.
Packers stock sale ends Wednesday at midnight
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- If you've been meaning to buy a share of Green Bay Packers stock, you'd better hurry.
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- If you've been meaning to buy a share of Green Bay Packers stock, you'd better hurry.
Packers had to keep Finley
GREEN BAY -- The Packers came to terms on a two year, $15 million contract with tight end Jermichael Finley on Wednesday.
GREEN BAY -- The Packers came to terms on a two year, $15 million contract with tight end Jermichael Finley on Wednesday.
Assembly okays resolution to make Dec. 12th Aaron Rodgers Day
MADISON (AP) — The state Assembly has passed a resolution naming a day for Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers.The resolution designates Dec. 12, 2012, as Aaron Rodgers Day.
MADISON (AP) — The state Assembly has passed a resolution naming a day for Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers.The resolution designates Dec. 12, 2012, as Aaron Rodgers Day.
Packers have 17,000 shares of stock remaining
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have just 17,000 shares of stock available before its latest stock sale closes on Wednesday, February 29th.
GREEN BAY -- The Green Bay Packers have just 17,000 shares of stock available before its latest stock sale closes on Wednesday, February 29th.
Business Journal Report (2-15-12)
In business news for Wednesday, February 15th, 2012 -- National Geographic is launching a new show called "America's Lost Treasures," and some of it will be shot in Milwaukee.
In business news for Wednesday, February 15th, 2012 -- National Geographic is launching a new show called "America's Lost Treasures," and some of it will be shot in Milwaukee.
Packers fan from Pennsylvania named to Fan Hall of Fame
GREEN BAY -- Rick Steele, a Green Bay Packers fan from Greensburg, PA (near Pittsburgh), is the newest and 14th inductee in the Packers Fan Hall of Fame.Steele, who started as a Cheesehead by marriage, was selected by fans from 10 finalists.
GREEN BAY -- Rick Steele, a Green Bay Packers fan from Greensburg, PA (near Pittsburgh), is the newest and 14th inductee in the Packers Fan Hall of Fame.Steele, who started as a Cheesehead by marriage, was selected by fans from 10 finalists.
Packers shuffle coaching duties
GREEN BAY (AP) -- The Green Bay Packers have moved Ben McAdoo to quarterbacks coach, Jerry Fontenot to tight ends coach and added Alex Van Pelt as their running backs coach.McAdoo has been the Packers' tight ends coach since 2006.
GREEN BAY (AP) -- The Green Bay Packers have moved Ben McAdoo to quarterbacks coach, Jerry Fontenot to tight ends coach and added Alex Van Pelt as their running backs coach.McAdoo has been the Packers' tight ends coach since 2006.
Walden reaches deal to resolve domestic abuse charge
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Erik Walden's attorney says the Green Bay Packers linebacker has reached a deferred judgment agreement to resolve a disorderly conduct-domestic abuse charge.Defense attorney Steve Richards says Walden has agreed to perform 50 hours of community service and continue counseling.
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Erik Walden's attorney says the Green Bay Packers linebacker has reached a deferred judgment agreement to resolve a disorderly conduct-domestic abuse charge.Defense attorney Steve Richards says Walden has agreed to perform 50 hours of community service and continue counseling.
Packers raising ticket prices for 2012 season
GREEN BAY (AP) -- The Green Bay Packers are raising prices for the 2012 season, announcing an increase of between $3 and $5 per ticket.Tickets in Lambeau Field's end-zone sections will increase by $3, to $72 per game.
GREEN BAY (AP) -- The Green Bay Packers are raising prices for the 2012 season, announcing an increase of between $3 and $5 per ticket.Tickets in Lambeau Field's end-zone sections will increase by $3, to $72 per game.
Green Bay QB Aaron Rodgers wins MVP award
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers has won the 2011 Associated Press NFL Most Valuable Player award in a landslide.Rodgers earned 48 votes to two for New Orleans quarterback Drew Brees in balloting by a nationwide panel of 50 media members who regularly cover the NFL.
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers has won the 2011 Associated Press NFL Most Valuable Player award in a landslide.Rodgers earned 48 votes to two for New Orleans quarterback Drew Brees in balloting by a nationwide panel of 50 media members who regularly cover the NFL.