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Waukesha
Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cream City Skatepark in Butler will close in less than a month; the owner is now searching for a new space for local skaters (aiming to keep the community active). TMJ-4
- ➤ Waukesha mom Elise Niess-Uribe shares her 8-month-old son Ollie’s journey with Down syndrome on Instagram — her posts show daily milestones and challenges that inspire and support the special needs community. FOX6
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Adeline Montessori School will move from its Oconomowoc site to the soon-to-be former Hawthorne Elementary School in Waukesha after closing on July 1 (this move will let the growing school add a bilingual primary classroom and more space for students) and classes start in August. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ Five candidates are vying for three seats on the Waukesha School Board in an April 7 election that will bring new representation with incumbent David Wadd not seeking reelection. Ethics complaints (including concerns over Carrillo’s candidacy) and campaign controversies emerged as voters assess enrollment and budgeting issues. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
- ➤ Students at Summit View Elementary practiced coding, art, and story time indoors recently as they tuned their creative muscles while waiting for warmer weather. The school offers hands-on classes that build practical learning skills. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ Hartland-Lakeside School District raised its voluntary bus fee from ($110 to $830) for students living two miles or closer unless a hazard prevents walking; parents were shocked by the 650% increase and say the change may affect their daily routines. TMJ-4
- ➤ Morgan Henning — the incumbent school board member — and challenger Kristopher "Kpher" Evans are competing for the Hartland-Lakeside Joint No. 3 seat, and they outlined plans for academic focus, safety, and fiscal responsibility ahead of the April 7 election in Hartland. The Waukesha Freeman
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wildlife In Need Center will host its 32nd annual Spring Banquet from 6 to 9 p.m. April 17 at The Legend at Brandybrook in Wales, featuring a social hour, silent auction, raffles, and dinner starting at 7 p.m.; tickets must be reserved by April 6. The Waukesha Freeman
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colin Chance and Katie Bergmann advanced for an open seat on the Swallow School Board after the Feb. 17 primary and will face each other on April 7. They offer contrasting plans on consolidation and funding with Chance emphasizing basics — and Bergmann focusing on budget management and student achievement. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
- ➤ Milwaukee Rescue Mission filed a petition in court on March 6 asking a judge to allow its New Journey recovery campus at the I-43 and Moorland Road intersection in New Berlin. Opponents argue the facility does not meet zoning rules, and delays in issuing a permit could cause substantial damages. 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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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'.
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Outreach and Fund Development Coordinator
Join us for the Family Promise of Waukesha County, Giving Day Eve Celebration, happening on Wednesday, April 15th from 4PM to 7PM at Maddy's Bar and Music Lounge. Help us raise $135,000 to continue to support families with minors who are experiencing homelessness.
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Outreach and Fund Development Coordinator
Stability Starts with Us Help support low income families and families experiencing homelessness by supporting Family Promise of Waukesha County's Giving Day! Our goal is to raise $135,000 to prevent and end homelessness for families with children and help them achieve sustainable independence.
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