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Waukesha
Friday, February 27th, 2026
Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Waukesha homeowners with urgent repair needs can apply for free critical repairs from Revitalize Milwaukee. The program, which repaired six homes in the Strand neighborhood in June 2025, is now serving seniors, veterans and people with disabilities — call 414-312-7531 for details. The Waukesha Freeman
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SteelTank Brewing in Oconomowoc is ending taproom operations and shifting to a business-to-business model while putting its building up for sale. RallyPoint, the adjacent space, will stay open for spring (closing May 1), and gift cards will be honored via a local restaurant partner. The Waukesha Freeman
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Nature Hill Intermediate students perform Disney’s Moana JR at Oconomowoc Arts Center at 7 p.m. today, and Delafield Public Library hosts Pokemon Day Friday with games and trivia. Other local events include a gun show at Waukesha County Expo Center and a Saturday morning session (10 to 11 a.m.) at Waukesha Public Library. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ Edna Walls celebrated her 100th birthday (born on Feb. 26 on a farm near Moreland and Delafield Avenue) and shared heartfelt advice to live truthfully and do one’s best. She recalled humble beginnings without electricity, raised nine children, and witnessed many changes through her long life. The Waukesha Freeman
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students in the Lake Country area who are veterans or descendants can apply for the Hartland Veterans Memorial Scholarship Fund, which will award $500 to $2,500 for a 500-word essay. Entries must be postmarked by May 2 and include a cover page (with name, address, phone, and school). The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute is introducing its learning programs to Waukesha County by partnering with WCTC to offer classes, special interest groups, and cultural excursions this spring. Mini-Symposium Fridays will occur on Mar. 20 at WCTC with sessions from 10–11:30 a.m. and 1–2:30 p.m. The Waukesha Freeman
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Moose Lake Management District in Merton is working to address rising lake water levels and shoreline erosion. Board member John Gscheidmeier said residents are divided over fixes (including a costly pipe to Okauchee Lake) as the district will review long-term solutions soon. The Waukesha Freeman
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Melanie Radzicki McManus has hiked over 10,000 miles, including a 1,200-mile Ice Age Trail completed in 36 days in 2013 and 34 days in 2015. She wrote Thousand Miler (a travel memoir) and plans a new children's book (aimed to inspire young hikers). TMJ-4
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Waukesha South High School freshman wrestler Penelope Juarez, the only qualifier from the school, overcame a sprained ankle and will head to state, joining teammates from the bowling and powerlifting teams at the tournament (send off event). TMJ-4
- ➤ Ben Shelley (17) started the Waukesha West curling club after watching the Winter Olympics and his school team is headed to state today; he is recruiting new players to reach the required 12 members. The Waukesha Freeman
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First Call 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
1-5 p.m. — E.B. Shurts Environmental Education Center — Registration fee varies — Shake off winter's chill with fast courses and hot chocolate at this early spring running event.
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Trailbreaker 10K Race
7:45 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. — Waukesha Schuetze Recreation Center — Registration required — Challenge your endurance in a scenic 10K trail race amidst the natural beauty of Waukesha.
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