Good Day
Waukesha
Saturday, March 21st, 2026
Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fox River Christian Church will replace long-time lead pastor Guy Conn with Bill Gunderson during services on May 2-3 (after nearly four years of planning). Conn, who founded the church in 1999 and grew its congregation to 6,000, will continue as founding pastor and mentor. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ A public hearing held March 20 in Big Bend saw over 100 residents oppose the Breck Athletic Complex proposal, which begins with four synthetic-turf fields on a 150-acre site. The Village Board will soon decide next steps for the permit. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hartland-Lakeside School Board approved a plan to leave its long-standing bus consortium when the contract expires in 2028 and to offer a pay-to-ride option for students living within 2 miles. The move increases flexibility despite a potential cost increase (around $200,000) if the district runs the buses on its own. The Waukesha Freeman
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov Tony Evers signed Act 103 on Thursday to require insurers to cover supplemental and diagnostic breast exams for women at higher risk (known as Gail’s Law) in Delafield. The law also extends coverage to those with dense breast tissue, affecting nearly 40% of women. 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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