Friday, November 8th, 2024

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Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ We Energies distributed its annual Cookie Book at Waukesha County Airport, attracting early crowds for a tradition since 1928 aimed at promoting electric appliance use through shared recipes. The Waukesha Freeman
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A former corrections officer in Waukesha County, Alex Juarez-Rodriguez, faces charges for allegedly soliciting nude photos from ex-inmates in exchange for money. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ A man in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, faces charges of election fraud for voting in the November 2022 election despite having lost his voting rights due to a felony conviction. FOX6
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A single gas station in Waukesha County sold E15 gas at the lowest reported price of $2.50 per gallon in the week ending Nov. 2, as customer reports to GasBuddy.com indicate a potential rise in gas prices despite recent drops. Waukesha Times
- ➤ A single station in Waukesha County offered the lowest E85 gas price at $1.98 per gallon as of the week ending Nov. 2. Waukesha Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Waukesha County voters approved an $89.1 million referendum for Mukwonago Area School District upgrades while Arrowhead Union High School District saw a split decision, passing a $1.9 million operational referendum but rejecting a $261.2 million facilities proposal. TMJ-4
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Moreland OB-GYN clinic in Waukesha is expanding its facility from 13,000 to 22,000 square feet to accommodate growing demand after nearby closures of labor and delivery units. TMJ-4
SHOP NEWS
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Wisconsin Wills for Heroes Clinic at Waukesha Police Department
Prepare essential estate planning documents for Waukesha Police first responders in a dedicated clinic setting with the assistance of volunteer attorneys and notaries.
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Indoor Mini Golf Event for Families in Waukesha
Experience a fun-filled indoor mini golf extravaganza at Krazy Golf, designed to bring together adoptive, foster, and biological families for a day of laughter and connection.
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Youth Substance Use Prevention Parent Empowerment Night
Learn about youth substance use prevention strategies and resources while connecting with community experts and local agencies.
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The Last Bees Concert at Crush Wine Bar
Experience a solo performance by Ian Ash at Crush Wine Bar featuring The Last Bees in Waukesha.
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Festival Foods Turkey Trot: A Thanksgiving Family Tradition
Experience a fun-filled Thanksgiving tradition with a 2-mile fun run, walk, and 5-mile run at American Family Field, supporting the YMCA's Annual Support Campaign.
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Country Christmas Drive-Through Nights at The Ingleside Hotel
Experience a magical journey through over a million holiday lights and animated figures displayed across 40 acres in Waukesha's countryside during this festive drive-through event.
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Christmas Tree Harvest Experience
Experience the joy of selecting and cutting your own Christmas tree, enjoying crafts, and festive refreshments with family and friends.
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Last Call 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon
Experience a fun and engaging running event suitable for all fitness levels at Fox River Sanctuary.
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Mistletoe Market Craft & Art Fair 2024
Experience a vibrant showcase of unique handcrafted arts and crafts from over 100 talented Midwest vendors at the Mistletoe Market.
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Mistletoe Market Craft & Art Fair
The Mistletoe Market features over 100 juried vendors showcasing high-quality handcrafted art and crafts, along with fresh Christmas greens and potential visits from Santa.
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