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Sunday, May 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The new 5,000 square foot Lapham Lodge opened at Lapham Peak state park in Delafield on May 17, where state officials and donors celebrated the grand opening. Visitors toured the lodge, which has a fireplace, multipurpose room, and a covered patio overlooking the trailhead—showing the facility’s key features. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
- ➤ Waukesha County updates include school events scheduled for May 18-24, weekly mass times, and fuel price reports from customer submissions ending May 10 — a busy sign for the week —. Earlier this week, local government meetings were held as Rep. Scott Fitzgerald and the Senate discussed law enforcement tools — including Gold Star family fee waivers — and efforts to increase criminal justice transparency, setting a busy agenda for county affairs. Waukesha Times
- ➤ Jim 'Klink' Klekoski Jr. died April 27 from heart problems and a stroke—he ran Klink’s V-Twin Repair and was known for helping riders with broken motorcycles and simple maintenance tips. He is survived by his long-time partner, daughter, and four grandchildren while the shop's future remains undecided. The Waukesha Freeman
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday evening, a bolt of lightning struck downtown near the Five Points at about 5:45 p.m.—witnesses at Boscos Social Club and Joey’s Diner reported a loud boom and bright flash, but firefighters responded quickly, reset an activated alarm, and found no damage. The Waukesha Freeman
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jesus Urbina, 65, was sentenced Friday to 18 months in prison with three years of extended supervision for pouring gasoline into his home and trying to douse his partner during a 2023 domestic dispute—he received 84 days of credit for time served and must maintain absolute sobriety while attending counseling. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ Two Milwaukee women, Precious Anderson and Jamira Jones, were charged in Waukesha County Circuit Court with two counts of negligently abusing patients causing bodily harm after they reportedly slept on duty at a City of Pewaukee health care facility on January 6 when a 75-year-old resident called for help as she soiled herself — and they are scheduled to appear in court on May 29. The Waukesha Freeman
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bonnie Jaskolka, a retired teacher from Mukwonago Area School District, was named the 2025 WCREA Volunteer of the Year in a May program in Waukesha — she has logged hundreds of volunteer hours while serving as the local chapter president. The association will host a breakfast on June 13 at 9 a.m. for recent retirees to learn about volunteer initiatives that support local community services. The Waukesha Freeman
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Village of Lac La Belle will review two action items at the Plan Commission meeting at 5 p.m. Thursday regarding the former Meadow View Elementary School property on Highway P, which has sat vacant for years since a new school was built. Council members will consider amending the land use plan for Three Oaks Reserve, LLC — shifting its designation to low-density residential to allow a 28-lot single-family subdivision. The Waukesha Freeman
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Rogers Behavioral Health received approval from Summit’s Plan Commission on Thursday to add a 24-bed facility for adults with eating disorders on its 51.5-acre campus at 34700 Valley Road—plans include a new 13,762-square-foot building, parking lot, sidewalks and a gazebo and must meet key conditions before construction starts. The Waukesha Freeman
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Grant Milliren Concert
6-12 p.m. — Raised Grain Brewing Co. — Ticketed event — Experience an evening with singer-songwriter Grant Milliren in Waukesha.
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Waukesha Farmers' Market
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Waukesha Farmers Market — Free entry — Discover over 70 vendors offering farm-fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and handmade goods in the heart of Downtown Waukesha.
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Night/Glow Golf Tee Times
8:30-10:00 p.m. — Western Lakes Golf Club & Event Venue — $45 — Experience golf in a new light with glow-in-the-dark fun and refreshments.
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Buchnerfest 2025
10 AM – 12 PM — Buchner Park — Free entry — Celebrate the start of summer with fun activities, storytime, and ice cream at the children's festival.
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