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Waukesha
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jurassic Journey features over 60 animatronic dinosaurs and interactive dino activities until May 25 at the Waukesha County Expo Center. Families can enjoy a fossil dig pit and Dinos After Dark event (Neil Diamond tribute on May 15 at 8 p.m.). The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ The Humane Animal Welfare Society in Waukesha has lowered adult dog adoption fees this weekend to free shelter space before receiving up to 25 beagles from Ridglan Farms next week — the beagles will need extra care as they adjust to home life. FOX6
- ➤ The Humane Animal Welfare Society in Waukesha will receive about two dozen freed beagles from Ridglan Farms next week — local residents are eager to adopt the dogs. FOX6
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Oconomowoc Area Historical Society (at 103 W. Jefferson St.) will host a special caricature class with artist Anjl Rodee on May 14 at 6 p.m.; participants pay $15 if members and $20 if nonmembers, and no drawing experience is needed. The Waukesha Freeman
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers at the intersection of highways I and LO in the Town of Mukwonago must come to a full stop from all directions after work is completed on May 20—county message boards have already posted signs to alert motorists. The Waukesha Freeman
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church & School in Oconomowoc will host a blood drive on May 16 from 7:30 a.m. to noon at the school entry at 1650 Brown St (donations support local patients with Versiti). Donors must meet age requirements and show a photo ID, and appointments are encouraged. The Waukesha Freeman
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ After receiving conditional PUD approval, developer Eric Weishaar will break ground this summer for a $175 million athletic complex in Big Bend featuring 20 fields and a fieldhouse (pending remaining permits and local concerns). Some fields are expected to be ready for use by fall. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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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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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.
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Redeemer Tea & Talk
8 p.m. — Rose Glen Elementary School — Fundraising event — Enjoy excellent tea, food, and a short talk while supporting the community.
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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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