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🌱 Patch AM: Brookfield’s emergency sirens won’t sound today—here’s the new test date.

Also, don't miss Wisconsin Dells Winery Trolley Tour on the Brookfield Patch calendar

Saturday September 5th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

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In today's newsletter:

  • Brookfield's emergency sirens won't sound today—here's the new test date.
  • How will Brookfield's new tax district reshape the Brookfield Square area?
  • Brookfield teen faces charges after alleged exposure outside local Pick 'n Save.

Also on today's calendar: Wisconsin Dells Winery Trolley Tour and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Humid with clouds and sun, with a high of 76 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 77, low: 61.
  • Monday: Pleasant with clouds and sun, with a high of 78 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Brookfield reschedules monthly emergency siren test due to forecasted storms (waukeshatimes.com) — If you're in Brookfield, note that the city has postponed its usual first-Thursday noon emergency siren test to Thursday, September 10, because of forecasted storms. Sirens across Brookfield are tested monthly to keep residents prepared, and officials emphasize the city's broader commitment to reliable municipal services and safety infrastructure.
   

• Brookfield council votes in favor of creating new tax increment district near Brookfield Square Mall (gmtoday.com) — Brookfield residents should know the Common Council approved creating Tax Increment District #10 near Brookfield Square, paving the way for a new Old Republic Risk Management headquarters. The $4.86 million project is expected to generate more tax revenue, retain 349 jobs, and add nearly 100 more, though some alderpersons questioned using public funds for a private development amid budget pressures.
   

• Brookfield man charged in exposure incidents (gmtoday.com) — Brookfield readers should be aware that a 17-year-old Brookfield resident faces multiple criminal charges after alleged indecent exposure incidents, including one outside the Pick 'n Save on West Greenfield Avenue. Complaints describe separate encounters involving children and adults in Brookfield and nearby communities, with court appearances scheduled later this month.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Menomonee Falls

  • Judge rules state law governing fine collection unconstitutional (gmtoday.com)
  • Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Milwaukee, Waukesha, Ozaukee, Dodge counties (wtmj.com)
  • Kohl's Names Ryan M. Waymire Chief Merchandising Officer (fdra.org)

Pewaukee

  • Former Waukesha West standout athlete inducted into 'Hall of Fame' (wisn.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

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