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Waukesha
Sunday, August 18th, 2024
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Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Heyer Elementary School is seeking volunteers for the construction of a new $8,500 playground aimed at engaging third to fifth graders, following a three-year fundraising effort. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ Beeler Construction aims to raise $50,000 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society with its third annual 'Breaking Clays for LLS' event at the Waukesha Gun Club. The Waukesha Freeman
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two employees of Culver's in Muskego face charges for attempting to extort thousands of dollars from a colleague by threatening to reveal his affair. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ Eagle police released body camera footage showing the aftermath of a fatal shooting by a deputy in March 2023, where a man named Matthew Blankman was killed after raising a gun at officers during a reported psychotic episode. The Waukesha Freeman
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A single gas station in Waukesha County sold the cheapest diesel at $3.34 per gallon as of Aug. 10, amidst nationwide fluctuations in gas prices. Waukesha Times
- ➤ Waukesha County recorded 225 home sales with a median price of $396,700 and median property tax of $4,231 in the week ending Aug. 10. Waukesha Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Robert Goplin was officially sworn in as Waukesha's new fire chief, bringing over 27 years of experience to the role after the position was vacant since May. The Waukesha Freeman
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ AM Coffee, a pioneering mobile coffee service in Muskego, brings specialty pour-over coffees and espresso drinks directly to events, offering a unique and personalized coffee experience. The Waukesha Freeman
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