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Waukesha
Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Wisconsin DNR will hold its Winter Free Fishing Weekend on Saturday and Sunday, letting anglers fish on most state waters without a license. An ice fishing adventure in Kettle Moraine State Forest’s Pike Lake Unit (with loan gear available) offers demonstrations in Hartford. The Waukesha Freeman
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local business leaders warned that rising housing costs are making it hard for young professionals to live nearby. Chuck Palmer, chair of the Business Alliance, urged local planners to streamline zoning and approvals so smaller, affordable homes can be built. Waukesha Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Arrowhead School Board is set to hear a report today at 6:30 p.m. to consider reducing nonresident enrollment to ease costs for aging school facilities after referendums were rejected - Superintendent Farner said maintaining two separate campuses wastes nearly $1 million a year. The Waukesha Freeman
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PBR - Unleash the Beast
6:45-8:45 p.m. — Fiserv Forum — Tickets from $66 — Experience the thrill of professional bull riding action live in Milwaukee.
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Fiber Blitz
9 AM - 3 PM — Waukesha County Expo Center — Ticket pricing not specified — Celebrate fiber arts at the inaugural Fiber Blitz event bringing community and creativity together.
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Frosty 5K
8:45 a.m. — Frame Park Formal Gardens — Registration required — Participate in a chilly 5K run around beautiful Fox River with family-friendly activities.
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Free Pilates Class for Waukesha Food Pantry
4-5 p.m. — Club Pilates — Free class — Stretch, strengthen, and connect with your community in a fun, energizing environment.
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Hardwater Freaks Annual Ice Fishing Event
2-9:30 p.m. — Okauchee Lions Community Park — $25 admission — Celebrate winter with live music, food, and support for veterans and kids in the great outdoors.
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2026 Spring Home Improvement Show
10 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center — Parking for $13 per vehicle — Connect with over 150 home improvement and remodeling experts to inspire your next project.
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Valentine's Night with Julie Thompson and String Theory
5-7:30 p.m. — Let It Be — Reservations recommended — Enjoy a romantic evening with live music in a cozy setting this Valentine's Day.
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