Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of August.
Good morning, Waukesha.
🏘️ Community
On August 8th, 2025, families gathered at Pewaukee Beach where kids fished from the pier, built sandcastles, and played in the water—parents joined in to enjoy the sunny day.
💼 Business
SteelTank Brewing in Oconomowoc paused its normal taproom hours and food truck operations on Tuesday as it begins a rebranding overhaul.
The brewery continues brewing quality beer and will maintain contracting, distribution services and private taproom rentals—while preparing a refreshed brand identity and new product lineup.
🚨 Crime
Morgan Geyser’s conditional release remains on hold after a Sun Prairie group home rescinded its offer—her attorney Tony Cotton said this setback delays her release, which was scheduled for Aug.
4, and forces officials to reconsider her placement.
An 18-year-old man named Noah J.
Richardson was charged in Waukesha County Circuit Court after refusing to leave a stranger’s car—he was on bail for another case.
🎓 Education
The UWM School of Continuing Education will partner with the Waukesha County Business Alliance to offer three new in-person professional development courses in Waukesha County this fall.
The courses include Spanish Language Skills for Manufacturers from Sept. 15-17, Estimating, Scheduling and Managing Project Performance from Sept. 23-24, and Advanced Reliability Practices for Improving Manufacturing Equipment Performance from Oct. 14-15 — a move that brings hands-on learning closer to local residents.
The School District of Waukesha is considering a rule to ban political campaigning on school property—this rule will keep district resources and campaign materials off school grounds.
The Policy & Government Relations Committee will discuss the proposal Monday at 7 p.m. in the Blair Administration Building Board Room.
🎉 Waukesha Events
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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.
Wisconsin Highland Games
5 PM – 10 PM — Waukesha County Expo Center — Cost TBD — Celebrate Scottish, Irish, and Celtic culture with bagpipes, athletics, and dance performances.
Waukesha Farmers' Market
8 AM – 12 PM — Waukesha Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore over 70 local vendors with fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and handmade goods.
Board Game Night at Trinity
11 PM - 6 AM — Trinity, Waukesha — Free entry — A night filled with classic and modern board games for all ages in a welcoming environment.
Tribute Tuesday Concert
7-9 p.m. — Les Paul Performance Center — No carry-ins allowed — ROCK OUT to The Crown Jewels, a tribute to Queen, at the final concert of the season.
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