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Waukesha
Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brookfield-based Guitars 4 Vets will get a $125,000 grant from the Green Bay Packers’ Veteran Impact Grants program to help veterans in Wisconsin heal through music; the funds will expand its free guitar instruction program in areas like Milwaukee and Racine + other Wisconsin chapters. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ 7-year-old Cruz Palacios from West Allis became the season's first customer at Lee's Dairy Treat in Brookfield — his mom said the family cherishes this fun annual memory as he enjoyed his favorite red and blue sprinkles. The Waukesha Freeman
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Waukesha jumped 27 cents per gallon over the past week and are nearing $3, causing local drivers to face higher costs for fuel and services. Analysts warn that prices could climb further by the end of the week. TMJ-4
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Over 1,000 students attended the Discover Health Care Expo at Waukesha County Technical College on Tuesday, March 3, where the Waukesha County Business Alliance offered hands-on activities and workshops to showcase careers in patient care, nursing, and other health fields. Waukesha Times
- ➤ Incumbent Sam Hughes faces challenger Elizabeth Theis for an At Large seat on the Elmbrook School Board ahead of the April 7 election. Hughes advocates for increased community input and reduced classroom technology, while Theis calls for balanced budgets and facility upgrades. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ Krista Witak, an orchestra teacher at Pilgrim Park Middle School, was named Civic Music MKE's Emerging Music Educator of the Year at a ceremony on March 1. She said the award celebrates her and her team + mentors who inspire her passion for music and running. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Britney Baertschy of Waukesha is competing in the Ms. Health and Fitness contest for a chance to win $20,000 and appear on the cover of Hers magazine. She said her entry supports the Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation that aids families with cancer — a goal that inspires her to set a strong example for her daughter, Mila. The Waukesha Freeman
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Joey and Christina Albanese have taken over Chef Pam’s Kitchen to serve beloved Roadhouse favorites in supper club dinners, with a sold-out event on May 30 — they also sell Italian sauces at local stores to keep the legacy alive. 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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