Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of October.
Good morning, Waukesha.
The Recovery Prom and Fall Ball will be held 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Waukesha Elks Lodge #400 (2301 Springdale Road) to celebrate recovery from addiction and build community as tickets cost a $25 donation with free options available.
It will feature food, a silent auction and a World Series viewing.
Slinger’s Bonestock skeleton display finds a new home at Sippie Hippie on 319 E.
Washington St this spooky season. The family-friendly attraction features a 12-to-14-foot Jimi Hendrix skeleton, tie-dye-wearing figures, and a Rainbow Bridge memorial board for honoring lost pets.
Elementary students at Elmbrook participated in library service learning on Wednesday, Oct.
21 — they engaged in storytime and math activities and signed thank-you cards for bus drivers to show their appreciation.
Waukesha County Airport expects record air traffic today during the World Series as 400 private planes may land, with Public Works director Bussler saying recent improvements — a taxiway and runway extension — will ease the surge.
Extra staff and parking are planned for travel between Wisconsin and Florida.
State officials from the Division of Trade and Consumer Protection warn residents to be cautious if door-to-door paving crews offer driveway services as winter nears (document vehicle details and check credentials) to avoid scams.
A study by MoneyLion showed that homes in Wisconsin were 31.7% more expensive in 2026 than in 2021, with mortgage costs rising by $13,108 annually and buyers needing $46,813 more income (a 120.1% salary increase).
The report compared data from Wisconsin with that of neighboring states.
The Brewers will host American Family Field watch parties for World Series Game 3 on Monday, Oct.
26 and Game 4 on Tuesday, Oct. 27. Fans can buy $15 tickets and enjoy food, shopping, and interactive activities — details are on the Brewers website.
Longtime Brewers vendors from across our area are set to serve fans during the World Series at American Family Field, bringing decades of experience to the games in 44 years.
They plan to work behind the scenes (and at Brewers watch parties during road games) as the postseason challenge unfolds.
Carroll University’s women’s bowling team finished third at the Midwest D3 Roundup in Waukegan last Sunday by beating Augustana with a score of 3.5 to 0.5 to open its 2026-27 season.
The team will compete at the Warhawk Classic in Rockford starting Friday.
After the Brewers swept the Dodgers, local bars + rental companies are setting up watch parties in Pewaukee with outdoor TVs, mobile bars, and shuttles ahead of the World Series.
Owner Ryan Steny said staffing is increasing to manage the expected crowds.
Violent Femmes, a renowned Milwaukee band, will perform a pregame concert inside American Family Field on Friday, Oct.
23 for fans with valid Game 1 tickets. The band will play from 4:45 to 5:15 p.m. before the Brewers face the Rays at 7 p.m.
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