Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
Good morning, Waukesha.
Oconomowoc police identified person of interest Matthew L.
Brennecke after Monday's hit-and-run accident at Allen Road and Orchard Circle that critically injured and later killed 87-year-old Allan Eighmy while he was driving his tractor—an arrest warrant has been issued and police are seeking a black 2008 Volvo XC90 with registration AYL-2899.
Oconomowoc police charged 49 year old Matthew Brennecke with hit and run and great bodily harm after an SUV struck a Kubota tractor near Allen Road and Orchard Circle on Monday, July 14, fatally injuring 87 year old Al Eighmy as he mowed near Dr. Martin Luther King Church—authorities say Brennecke's black 2008 Volvo XC90 with license AYL-2899, last seen on Concord Road, is being sought.
Fireflies are lighting up southeast Wisconsin again as naturalist Bev Bryant explained that this summer's rain and humidity helped boost their numbers—many are now seen from dusk until 10 p.m. Later today, the Wehr Nature Center in Franklin will host a Fireside Friday: Firefly Fun program where participants must pre-register for a guided hike and s'mores.
Rogers Behavioral Health broke ground on Tuesday at Summit for two new residential facilities—one with 24 beds for eating disorder recovery and another with 20 beds for obsessive-compulsive disorder treatment.
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.
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.
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!)
State of the CRE Market in Wisconsin
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Smart Asset Realty — Free entry — Explore essential real estate strategies for financial freedom and grow your investment network.
Family Camp
1 PM - 1 PM — Schoenstatt Retreat Center — Registration required — Bring your family to reconnect with nature and faith at this enriching camp experience.
Frame Park Car Show
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM — Frame Park Formal Gardens — Free Admission — Celebrate classic cars with food, music, and community vibes.
Fired Arts Expo
10 AM – 3 PM — Waukesha County Expo Center — Pay your entry fee — Experience the vibrant world of ceramic fired arts with demos, competitions, and new creative ideas.
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