Good morning, Waukesha.

Waukesha County plow companies and salt suppliers are stocking up ahead of the approaching winter storm; Mike Anderson of Green Hills Supply and Morgan Ferrari of All Season Facility Maintenance report increased demand as municipalities and contractors secure additives to melt ice faster.

A new playground is planned at Greenway Terrace Park — off Greenway Terrace and Atlantic and Cardinal drives — and residents can send feedback by email by 4:30 p.m. March 23.

A virtual meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. March 24 to help shape the project.

Plowshare Fair Trade Marketplace and Education for Peace will present 2025 Peacebuilder Awards to the Service Club and Jonathan T.

Ward at its spring fundraiser on Main Street. The event begins April 25 at 8 a.m. and features a wine pull plus virtual auction until May 2 at 8 p.m.

A chemical mix in the mechanical building of Aurora Medical Center triggered a hazardous materials response by Western Lakes Fire District at 4:53 p.m. on Wednesday in Summit; responders sealed the connecting tunnel to protect the main hospital and patients.

High winds knocked out power to more than 27,000 customers in Waukesha County on Friday, forcing Plaza Garibaldi in Pewaukee (a popular restaurant) to close temporarily and risk losing fresh produce and drinks (a disruption during a busy service) until Energies crews restored power by late afternoon.

The school board approved the $2.5 million sale of the soon-to-be former Hawthorne Elementary property to Adeline Montessori School at Wednesday’s meeting — the vote was 8-1 after a closed session discussion on surplus property policies.

The board also updated on long-range planning for school closures and enrollment changes.

Waukesha County Parks is hiring for seasonal positions in park maintenance, ranger services, and other roles across the county.

These opportunities offer hands-on outdoor work (job details are available through county listings).

TMJ4 reported that The Blue Heron Supper Club in Big Bend offers a classic fish fry featuring family-style servings of crispy fried fish, baked fish, fries, and coleslaw (available on Wednesdays and Fridays) along with a traditional Wisconsin Old Fashioned.

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.

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.

Cats of Wisconsin Cat Show

9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Waukesha County Expo Center — $10 for adults, $8 for kids & seniors, $25 family rate — Experience over 150 fabulous felines and unique cat-related vendors.

42nd Annual Waukesha County Chapter Banquet

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Weissgerber's Golden Mast Inn — $20.00 – $1,200.00 — A premier fundraising event featuring a plated dinner and raffles.

Annual Mount Calvary Rummage Sale

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Fri) & 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. (Sat) — Mount Calvary Lutheran Preschool — Free entry — Discover unique finds at this community-driven indoor flea market.

Easter Family Adventure Walk in Waukesha

10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Frame Park Formal Gardens — $20 per individual, $40 per family — Enjoy a fun-filled Easter adventure with activity stations inspired by 'Bear Wants More'.