Good morning, Waukesha.

After a smooth June 5 kickoff to Friday Night Live, organizers are addressing reports of excessive e-bike and electric scooter usage by asking riders to walk them within the event boundaries — the City is reviewing proposals to regulate these devices on sidewalks for safer downtown events.

Waukesha Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department introduced cabana rentals at Horeb Springs Aquatic Center and Buchner Pool to support operating costs while keeping admission fees steady.

The new option has sparked local debate on balancing revenue needs with inclusive access.

Beau Blask bought Milwaukee’s Red Lion Pub earlier this month and plans World Cup drink specials on multiple screens while keeping his downtown Mia’s active.

Hailee Wallner will open Ivy Café in Pewaukee by Sept. 1 to serve specialty coffee and pastries and attract visitors to Pewaukee Lakefront Park.

Abundant Family Chiropractic joined the Greater Brookfield Chamber of Commerce — holding a ribbon-cutting on May 14 at its Moreland Blvd location in Waukesha.

The practice, which opened on April 13, focuses on prenatal, pediatric and family care.

Beer fans will enjoy a rare taste of history as Old World Wisconsin releases Gold brewed from the original 1948 Schlitz recipe starting July 3.

The limited brew will be on tap at Wittnebel’s Tavern and sold in commemorative cans at the museum’s Welcome Center during the celebration.

The School District of Waukesha honored past, current and retired educators at a Thursday reception as Bethesda, Hawthorne and Whittier elementary schools will close at the end of the 2025-2026 school year under the Optimizing Our Future plan.

Superintendent Sebert said district will finish strong and pursue new beginnings.

Brookfield Central's mock trial team competed in the National High School Mock Trial Tournament in Des Moines from May 6 to May 10, finishing 27th nationally with Lucia Brewer named a top 10 witness.

The team, which competes among 43,000 students annually, looks forward to next season.

Waukesha County Sheriff’s Office announced that Deputy Steven Lyles passed away after a long and courageous battle with cancer; he served faithfully since August 2005 and earned numerous awards for his dedication to public safety.

Sussex Hamilton won a 3 to 2 state semifinal in extra innings and is one win away from its first championship — the Chargers will face Muskego in the state final Saturday night.

Waukesha Civic Band Concerts

8-9 p.m. — Cutler Park — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly summer concert featuring local musicians with a variety of engaging music.

Independence Day Fireworks Celebration

6-10 p.m. — Lowell Park — Free entry — Celebrate America's independence with a beer garden, food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks show.

THE GUFS | Sunset Concert Series

6-9 p.m. — Milwaukee Tool Amphitheater — Free entry — Rock out with The Gufs and enjoy a beautiful sunset at this family-friendly concert.