Good morning, Waukesha.

Nearly two years after a 2024 fire reduced it to a shell, Oscar’s Frozen Custard in Brookfield is preparing to reopen in the third or fourth week of April (at 21165 E.

Moreland Blvd.). The rebuilt space retains key features of the original and is also hiring 45 additional employees.

The spring school board race grows contentious as the district closed Bethesda, Hawthorne and Whittier schools to reduce capacity, and three seats are on the ballot April 7 amid ethics complaints over campaign conduct and conflicts of interest; candidate Carrillo and board member Voit have denied wrongdoing amid the controversy.

Aiden Remiker, a fourth grader from Horizon Elementary School, competes in America's Favorite Student contest hosted by Bill Nye and could win a trip to meet him in California plus $20,000 for his education.

The city will conduct its annual brush, branch, and leaf pickup (weather dependent) during the week of April 6 to April 10, and residents should have their items ready by 6 a.m. on their garbage collection day, placing them on the terrace.

The Town of Brookfield Plan Commission recommended approving upgrades to Market Square at The Corners on Tuesday, including a new LED screen, enhanced stage, canopy, and updated paving to address aging infrastructure.

Local property owners plan further work to boost venue use during community events & improve safety.

Behavioral Health Clinic has opened a second location at 245 Regency Court No. 200A in Brookfield, offering in-person and telehealth appointments for children, teens and adults.

Patients can access therapy, psychiatric care and comprehensive assessments without needing a referral.

Former high school athletes from Waukesha County are set to compete this week starting Monday, Mar.

30. The matchups span several days at venues in New Berlin, Oconomowoc and Waukesha with game times mainly between 12 p.m. and mid-afternoon.

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'.

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.

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.