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Waukesha
Tuesday, November 25th, 2025
Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, Kohl's named Michael Bender its permanent CEO after serving nearly seven months as interim leader and replacing former CEO Ashley Buchanan (fired in May). The board unanimously chose the retail veteran (with 30 years experience) after a careful search as the company works to slow a drop in sales. The Waukesha Freeman
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ According to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, 3,324 Asian students were enrolled in Waukesha County districts during the 2024-25 school year (a 0.3% increase from last year). Elmbrook School District recorded the highest enrollment with 1,166 Asian students among a total of 58,602 students. Waukesha Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Heritage Christian senior Nina Dorger led her volleyball team to a historic 23-match win streak that broke school records—earning her FOX6 High School Hot Shot recognition. FOX6
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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.
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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.
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Special Saturday: Hands On Holidays
10 AM – 12 PM — Oconomowoc Public Library — Free entry — Create holiday gifts at various crafting stations for all ages.
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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.
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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.
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Wisconsin Rummage-O-Rama Flea Market
9 AM – 5 PM — Waukesha County Expo Center — Entry fee varies — Explore a treasure trove of unique finds and local crafts at this bustling market.
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