Good morning, Waukesha.

Last week, Waukesha police officers, including Officer Ryan Kozlowski, responded to an injured hawk at Hoover and East avenues and transported it to Wildlife In Need Center (which cares for local wildlife) for treatment.

A home on Dale Drive off Oak Dale is drawing attention today for its America 250 display.

A local viewer contacted meteorologist Lindsey Slater, prompting a photojournalist to capture the display.

Old World Wisconsin will celebrate its 50th anniversary over the Fourth of July weekend with a party for former workers and a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new 10,000 sqft welcome center at the historic site in Eagle.

The event will include patriotic parades, historical games and pie-eating contests.

The Waukesha Public Library announced that '33 Place Brugmann' by Alice Austen is the 2026 Waukesha Reads title.

Free copies and event calendars will be available starting Tuesday, Sept. 8 at the library—community events celebrating the book and the program’s 20th anniversary will take place throughout October.

Local celebrations brighten the weekend with Twilight Unplugged at Rockwell Park, the 58th Annual 4th of July Family Festival at Malone Park and civic concerts at Cutler and Mitchell Parks; fireworks, Waterbugs' 30th anniversary show, and family activities in Mukwonago and Brookfield add to community events (details on our calendar).

On June 26, the Ten Chimneys Foundation announced its fellows for the 2026 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program, honoring top theatre professionals nationwide + the foundation based in Genesee Depot supports the new cohort.

The Horwitz-DeRemer Planetarium in Genesee is asking for donations to replace its aging Digistar 6 system — a key resource for weekly public shows and STEM programs at Retzer Nature Center.

The campaign has raised $112,200 toward its $200k goal.

The off-ramp to Moorland Road on eastbound I-94 in Brookfield closed before 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 2 due to pavement buckling from extreme heat plus officials said it would remain closed for a few hours.

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.

.38 Special Live Concert

.38 Special — 8-11 p.m. — Waukesha County Expo Center — Ticket prices vary — Rock out to the legendary Southern rock band known for their timeless hits.

Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

July 21-23 — Center Court Sports Complex — Limited spots available — Boost your basketball skills with high-intensity training focused on ball handling, shooting, and decision-making.

2026 WKC Summer Splash Admission Ticket

12 PM-5 PM — Waukesha County Expo Center — Daily admission available for 2-day or 3-day tickets — Celebrate the joy of dogs with Waukesha Kennel Club's Summer Splash event.

Waukesha Kennel Club Summer Splash Dog Show

8 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Waukesha County Expo Center — Entry fee may apply — Experience Wisconsin's largest outdoor dog show featuring conformation, trials, and more.