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Waukesha
Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Designing Women with a Cause is hosting its 30th Annual Theme Table event today at St. John Neumann Catholic Church (2400 W. Highway 59), featuring creatively decorated tables themed 'All You Need Is Love' with music, refreshments, and activities for a $10 ticket to benefit ACAP. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ VFW Post 721 seeks community participation for a Memorial Day march on May 25, honoring fallen veterans. The march starts at 9 a.m. at the Lee Sherman Dreyfus State Office Building, moves to the library parking lot at 10 a.m., and concludes with service at Cutler Park at 11 a.m. The Waukesha Freeman
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ After 12 years, Denise Mantz, owner of The Children’s Play Gallery in downtown Oconomowoc, announced her retirement and said the space will remain open until the end of June if staff is available, inviting interested buyers to take over and continue serving local families. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ Big John's Burgers and Dogs is adding a second location and upgrading its food cart to a food truck at Woodman's, while keeping the cart open at Action Power Sports. Pete's Pops, Jersey Mike's and two Mullen's Dairy Bar locations are launching new outlets that add dining choices. The Waukesha Freeman
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Raised Grain Brewing Company is hosting Guitar City Live featuring the Battle of the Bands (Wisconsin Youth Edition) to benefit the Chad Smith Foundation. The free event starts at 11 a.m. June 20 with youth band competition from 1 to 5 p.m. and Regenerated playing at Waukesha. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ Waukesha County Fair announced Hoobastank and Eve 6 will headline the Miller Lite Main Stage on July 17 — admission is free with fair entry and tickets go on sale this morning. The Waukesha Freeman
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials in Waukesha and Burlington monitored the Fox River on Friday as rising water led to street and park closures and urged caution in flooded areas. The NWS reported Waukesha levels just under 8 feet and Burlington expecting up to 12.5 feet, with sandbags offered after 2 p.m. FOX6
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Plan Commission recommended a conditional-use permit for the first phase of the Breck Athletic Complex with four synthetic turf soccer fields planned for 2026 in Big Bend — the Village Board will decide on the permit at its May 7 meeting. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Top rated Muskego Warriors baseball team is chasing a second state title under head coach Jacob Paige in his 16th season and boasts 11 seniors with six players headed to Division I programs (they won last year's title). The team will aim for another championship in upcoming games. TMJ-4
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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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