Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Blessings in a Backpack Southern Wisconsin Chapter hosted its annual Race to Feed today at Waukesha County Technical College, where 54 teams raced to pack over 10,000 food bags containing about 75,000 items to help students facing food insecurity — supporting the weekly meal program. The Waukesha Freeman
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Elmbrook Education Foundation received a $2K donation from the Let’s Skate Foundation to support Unified Sports for students today, adding to its ongoing effort to raise $75,000 for inclusive athletic programs in the district. The Waukesha Freeman
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Council Chambers meeting at 6 p.m. tonight will review the Certified Survey Map for 400 Wilmont Drive. The review could lead to Superior Crane Corporation’s plan to combine plots and build a new 31,234 sqft facility — a move expected to add four to eight jobs to the area. The Waukesha Freeman
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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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