Dale

Turriff

Dale Turriff, of Lawrence, can trace his family linage to the town of Turriff, Scotland. He says his ancestors immigrated to Canada before settling in Wisconsin. His home of 30 years sits on acreage that belonged to his great, great grandfather. The tractor Turriff stands next to was used by his father to support a veil farm the family used to run. Educated at UW-Madison for mechanical engineering, Turriff retired last year from the pulp and paper industry. Turriff enjoys living in Lawrence, although it's not as far off the beaten path as it used to be. “I love living out here in the open space, and the fact that it's so convenient. I’ve got everything within 5 minutes, and still I’m out here where it’s quiet and peaceful” he said.

Tomika

Tolar

With winter right around the corner, Tomika Tolar is getting pretty excited. 14 years ago, she relocated from Winona, Mississippi to Green Bay in search of something different and says, “I like the cold weather, believe it or not.” It must be a family trait because Tolar’s 2 sisters have made the move as well. Tomika enjoys cooking in her free time and likes to prepare a variety of cultural dishes. 4 years ago, she created an online candy store, Carol’s Candy Creations and aspires to establish a brick-and-mortar location. When ask what she likes about Green Bay besides winter, Tolar replied “It’s city and country, you get both worlds.”

Alexa Woodward

Alexa wears many hats. Originally from Steven’s point, Woodward relocated to Green Bay following grad school. She began a career as a speech therapist for Seymour Community School District, where she worked for 3 years. As she was expecting her first child, Woodward took a step back to focus on motherhood. As a stay-at-home mom she became interested in helping other women through the pregnancy and postpartum process and decided to become a birth doula. Woodward realized how little information was out there for people when they start having children, “It's hard, especially with your first, and you can use all the extra help you can get” she said. Today, Alexa is the proud mother of two girls, and recently resumed her language pathology work.

Martin Gamanga

At the age of 14, Martin Gamanga migrated to the United States as a refugee to escape civil war in Sierra Leone. First arriving in Maryland, his family eventually settled in Green Bay. The origins of his last name stem from the Mende tribal language, in which “gama” means to repeat. He tells his friends that he tends to go over things again, and again because he is following the traditions of his name. Gamanga is passionate about family, children, and sports. He currently works at a group home and has aspirations become a diplomat. Overall, he finds Green Bay to be a good place to live. In fact, he recently read an article naming our city as one of the top 10 places to live. “I am happy that I live in Green Bay” he said.

Tom

Lassila

Tom Lassila is living in Little Chute, but chooses to "board around" Green Bay. He says there are more trails, the streets better, and he doesn’t have to worry about cars as much. Tom points out that there is always something to do here. You can find fun by Lambeau, but Tom prefers the Broadway area. He plans to spend his Saturday afternoon hanging out by the river. Born and raised in Green Bay, “I’m from this city, I love this city” he says. Keep an eye out for Tom and say HI if you see him! 

Pat

Brick

Pat Brick has been helping keep our city clean for the last 7 years. A member of Green Bay’s Department of Public Works, he was collecting recyclables on this particular Friday. A resident of Green Leaf, Brick believes one of the best things about living in Brown County is the residents. “The people are very nice” he says. If you see Pat in your neighborhood, let him know you appreciate the hard work he puts in for Titletown, USA.

Leia

Carter

Leia Williams Carter moved to Green Bay from Detroit at the age of 14 and says she “hated it”. As she began to raise her own child, Leia found that she loved the family activities Green Bay has to offer. Her daughter was able to try everything from ballet to tennis. The parks and famers’ markets are current family favorites. Leia appreciates how the city has grown and enjoys watching the Broadway District thrive. Today she is proud to be from Green Bay.

Margaret Wohlleber

Margaret Wohlleber got a taste of living in Brown County while attending St. Norbert College. Double majoring in political science and business administration, Margaret also played hockey. Originally from Manitowish Waters, Margaret decided to make Hobart home following graduation in May, and accepted a job offer to manage Green Bay’s Black Saddle Tavern and Oasis. Margaret says it was the size of the Green Bay area that attracted her. Even though it is a larger city, “I can still get everywhere in 15 minutes, and it’s not too big, with way too many people” she said.

Randy

Riggsby

An exceptionally long train put a delay in Randy Riggsbee’s dog walk around the Broadway District. Riggsbee served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1970-2000 and is enjoying his retirement. He moved to Green Bay 3 years ago to be closer to family in Appleton. Relocating from North Carolina, Riggsbee says he is liking Wisconsin, although he says "the weather takes some getting used to." We are glad to have you here Randy, thanks for your service and Semper Fi.

Troy

Riley

Originally from Upper Michigan, Troy Riley is no stranger to Wisconsin. He attend college at the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, where he studied psychology and sociology. It was that education that landed him in Green Bay when he was offered a position as a case manager. Ultimately, his stay in Green Bay will be short lived. He he intends to return to Stevens Point after the holidays in search of his next opportunity, and to be closer to his girlfriend and child. 

Mark P.

Howe

A job offer that included Packer’s season tickets and the Methodist Church located on Howe Street were the big motivators when Mark P. Howe decided to relocate to Green Bay. Originally from Evanston, IL, he made the moved in 1992. A defense attorney for 31 years, his firm Howe Law Office, LLC, is a financial supporter of Green Bay East and West sports programs. Having raised 2 daughters in Titletown, Howe is proud both are UWGB alumni. Howe finds Green Bay to be a “Goldilocks metropolitan area, not to big, not to small.” 

Brody Alexander

Meet Brody Alexander. Although he didn’t have much luck on the lake today, he still thinks he has the best job ever. Brody works 7 days a week as a guide for Alexander Sport Fishing, an outfit owned by his father. Now in his third season, you can find him looking for Walleye, Perch, Bass and Musky. He says he could be on the water as late a December 15th. At which time, Brody and crew will begin the transition to ice fishing season. If you see Brody around, be sure to say hi. Maybe he will tell you where his secret fishing spots are.