Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
Good morning, Waukesha.
🎓 Education
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.
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.
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.
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.
🎉 Waukesha Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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