Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of June.
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🏘️ Community
The Waukesha Gun Club is the title sponsor of Pewaukee's July 4 lakefront fireworks event, celebrating its 90th anniversary along with the nation’s 250th and Pewaukee’s 150th anniversaries — the show will start at dusk, around 9:30 p.m., with enhanced quality and scale.
At Brookdale Senior Living in Brookfield, Sarah Levin turned 109 on Friday, June 12.
Friends, family and local firefighters celebrated her milestone with a fire truck ride, treats and live music — a tradition that grew since her 100th birthday.
🚧 Accidents
A fire at a Dousman residence that hosted an animal training business on Saturday at 2:09 p.m. left 10 dogs and 11 cats dead after crews resuscitated 6 dogs and 5 cats, and investigators are looking into the cause.
💼 Business
Earlier this spring in Stone Bank, Boondocks changed its name to Boondocks Meat’n’Place to honor a 70-year legacy and add supper club — style dinner options.
Owners Tom and Rade Evert updated the menu with chops, seafood, steaks and new appetizers to draw a broader crowd.
🎭 Culture
On Saturday, the GuitarTown Music Festival at Cutler Park showcased six local bands playing original music to honor Les Paul's legacy while drawing over 2,000 attendees - featuring vendor booths, hands-on music activities and guided tours that highlighted the city's musical heritage.
🎓 Education
The Elmbrook Education Foundation donated $77,577 to support the Unified Sports program in Elmbrook Schools.
The funds will pay for coaching, uniforms, equipment and program expansion to middle schools (including a $20,000 gift from D&M Accounting and Consulting Services) to help continue the program.
🎉 Waukesha Events
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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.
Sebastian Bach Live
7-9:30 p.m. — Waukesha County Expo Center — Ticket required — Experience the high-energy performance of hard rock legend Sebastian Bach and his iconic hits.
Hoobastank Live in Waukesha
8 p.m. — Waukesha County Fairgrounds — Tickets from $124 — Experience unforgettable live music with Hoobastank.
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