Good morning, Waukesha.

Waukesha will hold a remembrance ceremony at 4:39 p.m. Friday at the Parade Memorial at Grede Park—this event marks the fourth anniversary of the Christmas Parade tragedy and includes the dedication of the final sculpture 'Holding Love' by artist Carmen De La Paz, with community leaders such as Mayor Shawn Reilly speaking to honor the six lives lost and support those affected.

Pet World in Menomonee Falls is closing with no set closing date—its Waukesha location is also closing after a recent sale, while other stores in Greenfield and West Allis will stay open.

Hamilton School District said it was not informed of an imminent threat after 17-year-old Nolan Dwyer allegedly threatened to shoot up a school while at an alternative school, and he was charged with making terrorist threats and released on a $2,500 bond—law enforcement now maintains an increased presence at Hamilton High School as the investigation continues.

Parents and neighbors are upset after the district announced the closure of Hawthorne Elementary along with Bethesda and Whittier, leaving many worried about school safety and local property values.

The school board will discuss next steps for affected students at its meeting on Dec. 10—fueling concerns among families about future plans.

Waukesha County Airport is airing a new Top Gun spoof video to recruit snowplow operators for the upcoming winter—last winter’s parody doubled applicants and the airport now offers higher wages at $23 an hour along with training for new equipment users.

Mukwonago residents challenged the village water rate hike proposal Tuesday — arguing that the reduced 46.9% increase would add about $55 to quarterly bills and burden families already facing high costs.

The proposal now returns to the Public Service Commission, and residents may submit comments until Thursday.

Holiday Folk Fair International 2025

2-9 p.m. — Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center — Parking fees may apply — Celebrate multicultural heritage with music, dance, and traditional foods over this three-day festival.

Milwaukee Turkey Trot 5k/8k

8:45 a.m. — McKinley Park — Entry fee not specified — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun run and enjoy a donut at the finish line.

Mistletoe Market Craft & Art Fair

10 AM – 4 PM — Waukesha County Expo Center — Free entry — Discover unique handcrafted art and crafts at this festive market with possible visits from Santa.

Special Saturday: Hands On Holidays

10 AM – 12 PM — Oconomowoc Public Library — Free entry — Create holiday gifts at various crafting stations for all ages.

Waukesha Christmas Parade

4-9:45 p.m. — Lee Sherman Dreyfus State Office Building — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday spirit with colorful floats, festive music, and a visit from Santa Claus.

Country Christmas Spectacular

5-9 p.m. — The Ingleside Hotel — $30-$35 per carload — Experience a mesmerizing display of over a million holiday lights from the comfort of your car.