Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
Good morning, Waukesha.
🏘️ Community
100 Women Who Care donated $13,000 to the Stone Soup Project on Mar.
18 to support its free meals (available Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays). The project founder will explain the fund use at the group's next Giving Circle on May 20.
Zion Episcopal Church in downtown Oconomowoc and PBS Wisconsin have partnered to host an America@250 Community Conversation featuring small-group discussions and documentary clips; the event runs from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on May 26 at 237 N.
Lake Road.
The iconic Kiwanis barn in Mukwonago is set to be demolished as the land was sold to a developer and will be rebuilt near village hall (Phantom Junction stage) with a $50K donation from the Kiwanis Club amid mixed feelings from residents.
💼 Business
T-Lon Products is expanding its Hartland facility with a new warehouse addition at (1110 Richards Road) that will be completed in July to support its growth and streamline operations.
Schmidt and Bartelt will close its Oconomowoc funeral home after 151 years of service, confirmed by Denise Meyer from the Wauwatosa branch (no further details on timing or reasons).
🎭 Culture
The Waukesha Public Library held its annual Edible Book Contest on April 11, inviting 32 community members to create edible masterpieces inspired by their favorite books.
Community votes selected winners such as Rainbow Fish for Best in Show and Everyone Poops for Funniest and Punniest.
🏛️ Government
The Wisconsin Bike Fed is drafting model legislation to update local e-bike rules as usage grows in Waukesha.
Assistant director Jake Newborn said the agency plans to treat high-powered bikes with moped standards — a change aimed at reducing riding confusion.
🏥 Health
MACC Fund is hosting its Derby-themed Nine, Wine, and Dine golf outing at Ironwood Golf Course in Sussex on Monday, May 18.
Spots remain available and funds raised will support local childhood cancer research (individuals and pairs may be paired with others).
🎉 Waukesha Events
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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.
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.
Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival
May 23-24 — Waukesha County Expo Center — Tickets required — Indulge in delicious food truck offerings paired with a variety of craft beers at this lively festival.
Redeemer Tea & Talk
8 p.m. — Rose Glen Elementary School — Fundraising event — Enjoy excellent tea, food, and a short talk while supporting the community.
Waukesha’s Friday Night Live
6:30–9:00 p.m. — Downtown Transit Center, Waukesha, WI — Free entry — Experience a lively street festival with music and fun for the whole family.
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