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News from March 2024

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1 gas station in cities throughout Waukesha County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Mar. 16

By Waukesha County Times | Mar 22, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Waukesha County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Census Bureau: 78.4% of people in Waukesha County were old enough to vote in 2021

By Waukesha County Times | Mar 22, 2024

Of the 405,332 citizens living in Waukesha County in 2021, 78.4% were old enough to vote, equating to 317,879 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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Lake Country School District Education: 418 white students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

By Waukesha County Times | Mar 22, 2024

There were 418 white students enrolled in Lake Country School District during the 2022-23 school year, according to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

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Board Listening Session for Hillside Elementary School Property on Thursday, April 4

By Waukesha County Times | Mar 22, 2024

The School District of Elmbrook's School Board has announced a Listening Session scheduled for Thursday, April 4, regarding the Hillside Elementary School Property. The session aims to provide an opportunity for members of the public to express their views on this educational issue.In a statement, the School District of Elmbrook's School Board emphasized that they "recognize the value of public comment on educational issues and the importance of allowing members of the public to express themselves."The Listening Session will take place at the Elmbrook Schools District...

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Hamilton School District Education: 5,106 students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

By Waukesha County Times | Mar 22, 2024

For the 2022-23 school year, Hamilton School District reported an increase in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 99 more students being enrolled.

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Milan Momcilovic, former Pewaukee High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Thursday, March 21 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

By Waukesha County Times | Mar 22, 2024

Their team entered the tournament as a 2 seed.

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Jack Gohlke, former Pewaukee High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Thursday, March 21 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

By Waukesha County Times | Mar 22, 2024

Their team entered the tournament as a 14 seed.

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Brookfield East High School standout Patrick Cartier’s collegiate team lost game in NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament on Thursday, March 21

By Waukesha County Times | Mar 22, 2024

The Colorado State Rams lost 56-44.

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How many white students were enrolled in Muskego-Norway School District in 2022-23 school year?

By Waukesha County Times | Mar 21, 2024

There were 4,204 white students enrolled in Muskego-Norway School District during the 2022-23 school year, according to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

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Mukwonago School District welcomed 5,009 students in 2022-23 school year

By Waukesha County Times | Mar 21, 2024

For the 2022-23 school year, Mukwonago School District reported a decrease in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 60 fewer students being enrolled.

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Fitzgerald Applauds Speaker Johnson for Remarks on Netanyahu Joint Address to Congress

By Waukesha County Times | Mar 21, 2024

Washington, DC - Congressman Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05) has praised Speaker Mike Johnson for his plans to invite Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to deliver a joint address to Congress. In response to this announcement, Rep. Fitzgerald stated, "I am encouraged to hear that Speaker Mike Johnson plans to invite Prime Minister Netanyahu to deliver a joint address to Congress, as Israel fights to defend itself and bring home the hostages."Fitzgerald further expressed his proactive involvement in organizing members from the House Republican Conference to support the initiative,...

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Rep. Neylon’s Bill on Campaign Ads with Artificial Intelligence Signed into Law 2023 Wisconsin Act 123

By Waukesha County Times | Mar 21, 2024

Representative Neylon's initiative to combat disinformation in political campaigns through transparency in the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology has seen success as Governor Evers signed Act 123 into law. The new law mandates that any audio or video communications funded by candidates or groups seeking to influence elections must disclose if the content includes AI-generated elements, like "deepfakes."In response to the enactment of Act 123, Rep. Neylon expressed his satisfaction, stating, "I’m pleased to see Governor Evers signed Act 123 into law. This act...

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Elmbrook Robotics & Automation Space Holds Grand Opening Ribbon-Cutting

By Waukesha County Times | Mar 21, 2024

The grand opening of the Elmbrook Robotics and Automation space at Brookfield East High School was met with enthusiasm on Tuesday, March 19. The event featured a ceremonial ribbon-cutting and student presentations, with keynotes from various individuals involved in the project.Scott Wheeler, the Board President, expressed his gratitude, saying, “Thank you to everyone that made this vision a reality. Within this space, the experiences our students will be able to have will be life-changing.”Sara Lieske, Robotics and Automation Educator, emphasized the significance of the...

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2024 Herb Kohl Foundation Award Recipients Announced

By Waukesha County Times | Mar 21, 2024

The Herb Kohl Foundation has announced the recipients of the 2024 Herb Kohl Awards in Elmbrook. Among the recipients are students and staff members from Brookfield Central High School, Brookfield East, and Elmbrook.Brookfield Central High School seniors Aman Amjad, Surya Arvind, Maggie Feng, Shilpa Kuriakose, and Amelia Stalter, along with Brookfield East seniors Katelyn Kosfeld, Shiv Muthupandiyan, and Kathy Sun, were awarded the Herb Kohl Foundation Excellence Scholarships for their academic leadership.In addition to the students, educators Nicole Augustin from...

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Rep. Neylon’s bill on campaign ads with artificial intelligence signed into law

By Waukesha Times | Mar 21, 2024

State Representative Adam Neylon (R-Pewaukee) announced that Assembly Bill 664, focused on artificial intelligence (AI), has been signed into law by Governor Evers, establishing the 2023 Wisconsin Act 123.

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Oconomowoc Area School District Education: 4,460 white students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

By Waukesha County Times | Mar 20, 2024

There were 4,460 white students enrolled in Oconomowoc Area School District during the 2022-23 school year, according to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

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How many students were enrolled in Pewaukee School District in 2022-23 school year?

By Waukesha County Times | Mar 20, 2024

For the 2022-23 school year, Pewaukee School District reported an increase in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 45 more students being enrolled.

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Brookfield East High School standout Patrick Cartier’s collegiate team won game in NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament on Tuesday, March 19

By Waukesha County Times | Mar 20, 2024

The game took place in Dayton, Ohio.

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Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 69.6% of Elmbrook School District's student body in 2022-23 school year

By Waukesha County Times | Mar 19, 2024

In Elmbrook School District 69.6% of students enrolled identified as white in the 2022-23 school year.

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Pilgrim Park & Wisconsin Hills Hold First-Ever Collaborative Music Arts Day

By Waukesha County Times | Mar 19, 2024

On Monday, March 18, the Pilgrim Park and Wisconsin Hills Middle School music students came together to perform in their first-ever Collaborative Music Arts Day! The event took place at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center, where students participated in music lessons and rehearsals that led to performances in the afternoon. In total, 190 orchestra, choir, and band students from both schools joined forces for this special occasion.The Collaborative Music Arts Day was part of the "Celebration of the Arts" state-wide event, marking the 50th Anniversary of the Wisconsin Arts...