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Friday, July 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Milwaukee man, Michael Gonzales 36, was charged with disorderly conduct after he was seen urinating outside the police station last Friday — he was released earlier on a retail theft hold and now faces up to 90 days in jail if found guilty. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ The Wisconsin Supreme Court upheld the conviction of a Pewaukee woman who fled a domestic violence incident on May 23 when she was charged with a second DUI offense after her coercion defense was rejected — her attorney called the decision a win for domestic violence victims as it allows juries to consider a victim’s personal history. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ Fugitive Agustin Rivera-Contreras, wanted for 17 years for breaking his release terms in a cocaine case, was caught in Oconomowoc Tuesday—he hid in a closet—after federal Marshals received a lead from Milwaukee. The Waukesha Freeman
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bethesda Elementary School parents are organizing a rally at 301 Hyde Park Ave at 5:30 p.m. before the July 9 board meeting to protest proposals that might close schools and cut programs. The district said it is reviewing long-range plans amid a steady drop in enrollment while community members argue that proper impact studies are missing. The Waukesha Freeman
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Wisconsin Department of Transportation will begin roadwork along Highway 18 between Main Street and Moreland Boulevard on Monday in Waukesha, and the project will wrap up by late summer. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ Waukesha City Council approved an outdoor drinking area for Friday Night Live & similar community events after residents repeatedly asked why outdoor drinks were not allowed. Officials said the change will let people enjoy refreshments outdoors & improve the event experience. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow criticized Gov. Tony Evers for vetoing funding for a study to expand I-94 to six lanes from Highway SS to the county line, noting the stretch recorded 1,446 crashes, 148 serious injuries, and 6 fatalities from 2019 to 2024. Farrow said the decision has made the roads less safe and he plans to push the Legislature to address roadway safety. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Waukesha Common Council approved funding for a dedicated security guard at the South Street ramp to address vandalism and safety concerns; the measure will cost $34,580 per year based on 35 weekly hours at $19 per hour — parking citations are expected to cover the expense without raising taxes. The Waukesha Freeman
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Waukesha Farmers' Market
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Waukesha Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore over 70 local vendors offering fresh produce, meats, and handmade goods in a vibrant downtown setting.
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Waukesha County Fair
12-10 PM — Waukesha County Expo Center — Admission Fee — Celebrate 183 years of fun with competitive exhibits, live entertainment, and delicious food.
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Waukesha County Fair 2025
6:00 p.m. — Waukesha County Expo Center — Entrance fee varies — Celebrate Wisconsin's oldest fair with live entertainment, food, and farm fun.
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Falls Lavender Fest
1-7 p.m. — Village of Menomonee Falls — Free entry — Immerse in the vibrant scents and flavors at our annual lavender festival complete with music and family fun.
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Waukesha County Fair Musical Performance
Live music night — Evening — Waukesha County Fair Office — Ticket price TBD — Experience high-energy acoustic favorites from Phil Norby, Myles Wangerin, and JJ Eckl.
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Touch-a-Truck
This free community event is sure to please the wheel-lovers in your family! Get up close and personal with emergency vehicles, school bus, a RACE CAR, farming equipment, and even some farm animals (and the KONA ice truck will be there too!)
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