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5 things to know and do the weekend of Sept. 18
Celebrate fatherhood at a free luncheon at the Harley-Davidson Museum; shop over 60 local makers in Walker's Point; learn about Wisconsin’s felony pardon process; and more.

Indian Community School closed through week following handgun threat against staff
Indian Community School, a private school in Franklin that serves Indigenous Milwaukee-area students, will remain closed until Monday after a threat involving a handgun against a staff member on Wednesday evening, according to school administrators.

Post From Community: If you’re interested in Participatory Budgeting in Milwaukee, check this out!
Our PB Crew is pulling up to the next MKE Community Impact Steering Committee meeting on Tuesday, September 22 at 5 p.m. CT, and we're asking you to join us at City Hall.

MCTS introduces new transit network concepts as it deals with financial challenges
The Milwaukee County Transit System is asking the public to weigh in on two bus service concepts called “ridership” and “coverage,” which will impact daily commutes and the deficit.

Help Nominate Our Farmers Market for 2026 "Best of Milwaukee"
The nomination period is open NOW through September 24!
Splash Pad at Drexel Town Square Closed for the Season
The Splash Pad at Drexel Town Square will close for the season on Tuesday, September 8.

Oak Creek Farmers Market Launches FreshShare Program to Expand Access to Fresh, Local Produce
Fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables will soon go directly from the Oak Creek Farmers Market to local food pantries thanks to a new initiative designed to support both local farmers and families facing food insecurity.

Hit the Green at Woodland Golf
Woodland Golf has earned a quiet reputation as Oak Creek's “hidden gem.”

Try Authentic Indian Cuisine at Indian Delight
Step inside Indian Delight on South Howell Avenue and you'll find a very inviting dining experience waiting for you, one that's been serving up traditional Indian cuisine in Oak Creek since 2017.

Derse Breaks Ground on New Headquarters in Oak Creek
A Wisconsin success story is taking another major step forward in Oak Creek. Derse broke ground Thursday, August 27, on its new world headquarters in Oak Creek’s Oakview Business Park.

New Neighborhood Being Built in Oak Creek
New housing and continued development are bringing fresh investment to Oak Creek. Veridian Homes held a groundbreaking and ribbon cutting for Millwood Glen on August 25.

No one likes being discombobulated. How did the feeling get such a fun name?
Sometimes you just need to recombobulate. That word isn't in the dictionary, but it is on a beloved sign at Milwaukee's airport.