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As fireworks displays get more expensive, Wisconsin communities see scaled-back, canceled shows
It’s time to celebrate Independence Day, and for a lot of families in Wisconsin, that means heading to a local fireworks show. While large-scale public fireworks displays are a popular holiday attraction, cities around the state are struggling to keep up with the rising costs of putting on Fourth of July festivities.
Dane County judge strikes down part of Act 10
In a decision released late Wednesday, on the eve of the July 4th holiday, Dane County Judge Jacob Frost struck down part of Act 10, the Wisconsin law that ended most collective bargaining rights for most public employees. The law unfairly exempted public safety workers from the limits on unions, Frost ruled. Labor unions representing […] The post Dane County judge strikes down part of Act 10 appeared first on Wisconsin Examiner.
Eric Hovde Banned From Walking in Waukesha July 4th Parade, But Dem Allowed
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Eric Hovde was banned from walking in the once rock-solid conservative city’s 4th of July parade Thursday because the parade supposedly has a rule that only incumbent politicians can participate, according to two sources familiar with the situation. However, social media posts and the city’s...
Brookfield Central and Brookfield Academy Earn 2024 WIAA Boys Team Tennis Titles
MADISON, Wis. – Brookfield Central and Brookfield Academy captured State Team Boys Tennis Championships Saturday at the Nielsen Tennis Stadium on the campus of UW-Madison. The top-seeded Lancers (25-2) won team championship with a 4-3 win over second-seeded Marquette (22-3) in the Division 1 championship match. Brookfield Central won all four singles matches. Surya Arvind won at #1 singles; Andrey Semin was victorious at #2 singles; Michael Li was the winner at #3 singles; and Noah Weitzer won his match at the #4 position.
100 Holes for Heroes; Hartland man hits golf course to benefit veterans
HARTLAND, Wis. - A Hartland resident is doing something extraordinary on Thursday, July 4 – to benefit veterans and their spouses seeking employment. Carl Meyer played 100 holes of golf to support Hire Heroes USA, a national nonprofit organization that offers veterans and their spouses free, personalized employment services.
Prominent election deniers draw complaints from Glendale mayor
The mayor of Glendale complained that two of Wisconsin’s most prominent election conspiracy theorists were disruptive while observing voting in the Milwaukee suburb of Glendale during Tuesday’s primary in the special election for the 4th Senate District. First reported by Fox 6, Glendale Mayor Bryan Kennedy said he thought the actions of the two election […] The post Prominent election deniers draw complaints from Glendale mayor appeared first on Wisconsin Examiner.
Washington County Fair offers free admission to volunteers | By Interfaith Caregivers of Washington Co.
Washington County, WI – Interfaith Caregivers of Washington County, 2347A W. Washington St., West Bend, WI, encourages the greater community to lend a hand at the Washington County Fair this year. The Fair runs from July 23 through July 28, 2024.
Payne + Dolan scores $2.59M resurfacing contract in Kewaskum
Payne + Dolan will start construction work on nearly two miles of U.S. Highway 45 through the village of Kewaskum. Gov. Tony Evers contracted the Waukesha paving company to resurface U.S. 45, also known as Fond du Lac Avenue, for $2.59 million. Construction starts July 8. Wisconsin Department of Transportation...
Downtown Racine First Fridays; “Blues, Brews & BBQ"
RACINE, Wis. - First Fridays are back tonight in downtown Racine with a special Blues, Brews, and BBQ themed event. Stephanie Quirk is at Reefpoint Brew House with a preview of an event that hopes to bring thousands to downtown Racine for a night of fun, food and music.
Shots fired: Racine teen charged with shooting at group of 16 friends
RACINE, WI — A group photo at a birthday party June 23 quickly turned into a shots fired call and several felony charges filed against a Racine teenager. Julian Estrada, 18, faces three felony charges of first-degree recklessly endangering safety, along with felony counts of armed robbery and possession of a firearm by an adjudicated delinquent.
Kayla's Playground in Franklin reopens with a revamped surface
Sunshine filled the air July 1 as families eagerly stood at the Franklin Woods Nature Center Pavilion's entrance to Kayla's Playground, which was just about to reopen after a needed renovation to the surface. It may not seem like a huge change, but the surface of the playground is a part of what makes Kayla's Playground special. ...
After a long wait this NASCAR driver gets his first chance to race the Slinger Nationals: Ryan Preece QA
His short track background is in open-wheel modifieds and for the better part of a decade, Ryan Preece has made his living in NASCAR. Still, racing the Slinger Nationals has been a target of his for years. ...
Officer Florencio Garcia Recognized by the American Legion
West Bend Police Officer Florencio Garcia was recognized by the American Legion, with the Edward J. Ormsby Law and Order Officer of the Year Award. Officer Garcia began his law enforcement career with the West Bend Police Department on June 3, 2018. Officer Garcia has been assigned to the Mid-Shift, and has developed into an officer who is known for his overall high quality job knowledge, tactical skills, leadership skills and dependability according to the West Bend Police Department.
Skelly’s Roadside Stand is Standing Us Up
For the past several years there’s been a popular fresh fruit and vegetable stand in the BP gas station parking lot on West Main Street. Apparently it hasn’t been popular enough, as Jim and Kathy Schumacher kindly passed on to the Banner the sad news that Skelly’s indicates they are not returning to Whitewater this year due to insufficient sales. Their closest stands, which open on July 5, will be in Janesville: 1) Milton Avenue at the Creston Park shopping center, near Office Max, and 2) Pontiac at the former Pontiac Convention Center.
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