Good morning, Waukesha.

Waukesha's Jeff Gifford turns his yard into Halloween House of Waukesha South every year—a family project that now features a graveyard, spooky skeletons, giant spiders, and even a tunnel that feels like another world.

His children help with the hard work that starts the week before Labor Day so the yard is all set by October.

Mukwonago residents attended a public hearing on Wednesday at Village Hall to oppose a potential 65% increase in water bills that could add hundreds of dollars annually—Mukwonago Utilities explained that the hike is needed to maintain water pressure during emergencies.

Residents may submit comments on the proposal until Friday.

The Village of Pewaukee enacted a new anti bullying ordinance on August 19 but has issued no citations so far; police say the law lets officers address bullying as a specific offense instead of lumping it with disorderly conduct (which has sparked early talks with parents and children to prevent future incidents).

A federal judge ruled in favor of the School District of Waukesha on Monday by dismissing the lawsuit from fired teacher Melissa Tempel over her social media comments on a canceled song at Heyer Elementary.

The judge relied on the Pickering balance—finding that the district’s need to manage public employee speech outweighed Tempel’s First Amendment claims.

Asian Moon Festival and Business Excellence Celebration

1-7 p.m. — Waukesha County Expo Center — $40+ — Experience vibrant cultural performances and community excellence while savoring mooncakes and connecting with local businesses.

Lapham Peak Fright Hike

6-8:30 p.m. — Friends of Lapham Peak — $20 per person — Experience spine-chilling skits along a moonlit mile trail in a Halloween tradition.

Planetarium Show and Autumn Night Hike

6-7 p.m. — Retzer Nature Center — Admission information not provided — Experience the night sky's impact on humanity followed by a nature hike under the stars.

Downtown Waukesha Trick or Treating

1-3 p.m. — Downtown Transit Center — Free — A delightful community event for families to enjoy trick or treating in a festive atmosphere.