Good Day
Waukesha
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ One week after an EF-2 tornado struck Sussex and Lisbon with winds up to 120 mph, residents are cleaning up debris and downed trees. Brush pickup began in Lisbon and a special pickup in Sussex is set for April 27 (crews are assessing damage to homes and businesses). TMJ-4
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Elmbrook School Board voted to adjust school times for 2027-28, with high school classes starting earlier and elementary and middle schools starting later. The new schedule, aimed at matching sleep research and reducing extracurricular absences, preserves the current busing model and instructional time (with slight adjustments to passing periods). Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
- ➤ Waukesha School District's instructional technology coordinator Brian Yearling will become the chief information and technology officer on July 1 while he leads efforts to enhance digital learning + remove classroom barriers for students and staff. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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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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