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Waukesha
Friday, February 6th, 2026
Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nonprofit leaders met at Carroll University on Feb. 5 to share strategies amid declining donations and competitive grants. More than 40 groups (from local organizations) attended the Waukesha Area Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit Expo, highlighting efforts to address funding and staffing challenges. FOX6
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Barri and Dave Drury of Brookfield donated $10 million to Children’s Wisconsin to fund research and help recruit medical talent for pediatric care — the gift establishes the Drury Family Discovery Fund and will honor the donors with a new meeting space. The Waukesha Freeman
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local fans plan to watch the Winter Olympics and join ticketed watch parties at Marcus Theatres today with the Opening Ceremony — selected NBC events will air live to keep viewers in the loop. TMJ-4
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Buy your winter clothes in summer and summer clothes in winter.
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