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Waukesha
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Banting Elementary in Waukesha and Hmong American Peace Academy in Milwaukee were named 2025 National ESEA Distinguished Schools for improving student achievement; they will be honored at the national conference in Denver from Feb. 10 to Feb. 12. FOX6
- ➤ Hamilton High School welcomes local children ages 3 to 5 to spring Play Group. Held Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings from April 9 to May 22 at Hamilton High School — the $35 session pairs preschoolers with high school students gaining classroom experience. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ High school students in Milwaukee and Waukesha counties are building backyard projects — a challenge designed to spark interest in construction careers. Their work will be on display next month at the NARI Spring Home Improvement Show at State Fair Park. FOX6
- ➤ The Waukesha School District will close Bethesda, Hawthorne, and the former Whittier at the end of this school year and is exploring options like partnering with Park + Rec and possibly relocating Richardson School for community use. Detailed decisions will come after the new school year begins. The Waukesha Freeman
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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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