Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
Good morning, Waukesha.
V-Glass secured $3M led by the Grantham Foundation and a $1M ARPA-E grant to move its vacuum insulated glass from lab to pilot plant.
The breakthrough technology offers two to three times the thermal performance of standard windows while matching conventional costs.
Hamilton High School hosted The Chamber on March 18, allowing local business and educators to review student career readiness in northern Waukesha County.
Attendees toured classrooms (observing pathway programs) and discussed mentorship, job shadowing, and apprenticeships to support workforce development in our community.
Mukwonago named Police Chief Chris DeMotto during a swearing-in on March 27, marking a lifelong commitment to his hometown; he rose through the ranks from a 1995 cadet and now leads a department rooted in a deep family legacy (he lives and serves locally).
Family Service of Waukesha County and Addiction Resource Council merged on Wednesday, joining forces to offer counseling with substance use prevention in Waukesha.
Addiction Resource Council moved into Family Service’s offices at 2727 N. Grandview Blvd. — clients will continue receiving support.
Reservations are now open for four county parks: Menomonee Park, Mukwonago Park, Muskego Park and Naga-Waukee Park, which offer camping and outdoor activities (hiking, fishing, swimming, boating) through Oct.
31.
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.
Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k
7-10 a.m. — Fox River Park — Pricing varies — Participate in a family-friendly race featuring unique swag and virtual options.
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