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Waukesha
Friday, August 23rd, 2024
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Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Waukesha, a city ordinance and state law prevent Friday Night Live attendees from walking with open alcoholic drinks, despite a poll revealing 84.9% of participants favoring a change to allow it. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ The Waukesha Parks, Recreation & Forestry Board has unanimously decided to remove the city's last toboggan run at Lowell Park due to mild winters reducing its use and the costly upkeep of its deteriorating structure. The Waukesha Freeman
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Waukesha County jail officer, Johanna Grace, pleaded guilty to providing marijuana and a cellphone to an inmate, highlighting a contraband scheme investigation. FOX6
- ➤ A Waukesha man previously sentenced for a gun incident near a high school faces new charges after exposing himself to a probation officer and possessing marijuana. The Waukesha Freeman
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Waukesha County hosts weekend entertainment events at Rivers Crossing Park, featuring Acoustix on Friday and Ed Hause Band & Dirty Boogie on Saturday. Waukesha Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Two gas stations in Waukesha County sold the cheapest midgrade gas at $3.59 per gallon in the week ending August 17, amidst fluctuating national prices and the impact of inflation on families. Waukesha Times
- ➤ Waukesha County saw its lowest gas prices at $3.09 per gallon among two stations, beneath the area's $3.35 average, during the week ending August 17. Waukesha Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee at Waukesha campus is set to close after spring 2025 due to a significant enrollment decline, with future plans for the property under review by Waukesha County and city officials. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ The University of Wisconsin system, amidst financial challenges, recommended a $855 million funding increase to prevent tuition hikes and support low-income families, with Governor Evers to decide on its inclusion in the budget. CBS58
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mike Thurston resigns as Waukesha County DA following his primary defeat to Lesli Boese, paving the way for new leadership and vision in the office. FOX6
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