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Waukesha
Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A tornado struck Sussex and Lisbon on April 15, causing major damage to a 169-year-old church and a local business park, though officials confirmed no injuries. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
- ➤ Utility crews near Lisbon Presbyterian Church began cleanup after a radar-confirmed tornado hit Sussex Tuesday — National Weather Service teams surveyed the damage Wednesday morning. TMJ-4
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students from Hamilton High School’s Rocketry Club advanced to the national finals at the American Rocketry Challenge after ranking among the top 100 teams from over 1,100 entries. The finals will be held in May in The Plains, Virginia. The Waukesha Freeman
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ After more than five inches of rain on Tuesday night, locals in Menomonee Falls – including Jennifer Alvarez at Doodle’s Ranch and Sanctuary – faced basement flooding again + a GoFundMe campaign was launched to fund repair efforts. TMJ-4
- ➤ Residents in Lisbon and Sussex cleaned debris and secured homes after an EF-2 tornado with 120 mph winds hit Tuesday, causing significant damage to properties and trees while neighbors worked together ahead of more rain and insurance inspections set for tomorrow. TMJ-4
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Metro Milwaukee home sales surged this spring as GMAR (Greater Milwaukee Association of Realtors) reported an 11.2% rise in March; Waukesha County led with a 13.4% jump in sales and a 29.9% boost in new listings, with Q1 sales averaging $457,448. The Waukesha Freeman
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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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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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Jurassic Journey
9 AM - 7 PM — Waukesha County Expo Center — Admission starts at $20 — Explore the largest animatronic dinosaur exhibit in the Midwest with a giant T-Rex and hands-on activities.
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Wisconsin Geological Society - Rock & Gem Show 2026
10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — Waukesha County Expo Center — Admission details pending — Explore an extensive collection of gems, minerals, and fossils at this vibrant show.
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