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Old World Wisconsin offers free admission to kids for two weeks this summer
Old World Wisconsin is offering two weeks of free admission to kids this summer. From July 31 through Aug. 4 and from Aug. 7-11, kids age 12 and under can get into the living history museum for free. A regular kids ticket for ages 5-12 costs $13. ...
Waukesha's Friedman Alley final design plans to be unveiled
WAUKESHA, Wis. - The final design plans for Friedman Alley in Waukesha are set to be unveiled at a public open house on Tuesday, Aug. 6. The City of Waukesha invites the public to an Open House at City Hall, 201 Delafield Street, on Aug. 6 at 5 p.m. Attendees...
Area residents react to Biden's decision to withdraw
CAMBRIDGE — Following President Joe Biden’s decision on Sunday to withdraw from the presidential race, and endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris, a few Jefferson County residents are optimistic about the decision and what this means for the election. Margaret Gohn, who has been in Cambridge for two years, said she was initially “on the fence about whether Biden should drop out.” Still, Gohn said she was worried about him...
Jenifer Quimby discusses her campaign for Wisconsin Assembly 46th District
Jenifer Quimby’s political career started with a sit-in at her high school. After she wasn’t pleased with the results of a conflict between the guidance counselor and the principal, Quimby got her entire school to begin a sit-in. The school board noticed, and her movement impacted future decisions. Quimby, who is currently the mayor of Waterloo, is running as a Republican to represent the 46th district in Wisconsin in the Assembly. This district includes the cities of Fort Atkinson, Lake Mills and Waterloo, plus the...
UW-Whitewater Prof., Director of Marquette Law School Poll discuss unique nature of election.
Following President Joe Biden’s announcement that he is exiting from the 2024 presidential race, WMTV sat down with UW-Whitewater Professor Emeritus, Richard Haven, and Director of Marquette Law School Poll Charles Franklin, to discuss the unique nature of the election moving forward.
Conservative Wisconsin law firm strengthening ties with local school boards
Erica Kochanski has been paying attention to the Waukesha School board since moving to the district in 2021. That was the same year the board gained national attention for deciding not to participate in a federal program that would have provided free school lunches to families. The district has since gotten notice for its handling of LGBTQ+ issues.
Inpro: Muskego’s 16th Annual National Night Out!
The Muskego Task Force on Public Safety Education along with the Muskego Police Department, Tess Corners Fire Department, and their corporate sponsors and supporters are excited to announce Muskego’s 16th annual observance of National Night Out! This year’s event will be held on Wednesday, August 14th, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., at Muskego’s Veteran’s Memorial Park. As always, you’ll be able to talk to members of local and federal law enforcement, as well as local fire personnel about what you can do to protect your family, home, and neighborhood. There will also be great, family oriented entertainment and giveaways!
Letter | Ratcliff works for families
Dear Editor: On Aug. 13, we will choose a new state senator who will represent Fitchburg and a number of other communities in Dane, Jefferson and Dodge counties. I am strongly supporting Rep. Melissa Ratcliff. As the only working mom in the race, Ratcliff knows firsthand the challenges facing our families. In the state Assembly, she has fought to make child care more accessible and affordable. She is a champion for reproductive rights. She has supported greater investments in our public schools, teachers and kids.
Elizabeth Street Short-term Partial Closing Starts Thurs.
Editor’s note: The following press release was received from the City of Whitewater. Elizabeth Street will be closed between Melrose Street and Laurel Street. NOTICE: On Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 6:00 a.m., Elizabeth Street will be closed between Melrose Street and Laurel Street for a street repair. Detour will include using Laurel Street, Pleasant Street, and Melrose Street. Paving is scheduled to be completed early in the week of July 29, weather dependent, and the street opened to traffic as soon as the asphalt cools.
Progress Continues on Summer Renovations at Oconomowoc Schools
OCONOMOWOC — With the summer break in full swing, renovation and update projects at Oconomowoc High School (OHS) and Ixonia Elementary School are progressing as planned, according to the Oconomowoc Area School District (OASD). Ixonia Elementary School Updates. At Ixonia Elementary School, significant strides have been made on the...
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