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Coming up on the Menomonee Falls Patch calendar: World War 1 Re-enactment at Old Falls Village Park
Good morning Menomonee Falls! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How a Woodman's gas station dispute led to prison time
- How did Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital score in national quality rankings?
- Why Menomonee Falls is part of a major camera privacy lawsuit
Also on today's calendar: World War 1 Re-enactment at Old Falls Village Park and 9 more events.
And lastly, check out what our neighbors Terri P. and Terri P. posted below!
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: A p.m. shower in places, with a high of 67 and low of 54 degrees.
- Saturday: Sunny and warmer, temps: high: 79, low: 53.
- Sunday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 73 and low of 54 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Milwaukee man sentenced for Menomonee Falls gas station shooting (jsonline.com) — A Milwaukee man has been sentenced to more than seven years in prison for an April 29 shooting during a confrontation at the Woodman's gas station in Menomonee Falls. Court records describe a tense exchange of gunfire between two drivers, with bullets striking a vehicle door but not the driver. The case underscores ongoing safety concerns around a busy local shopping area. 
2. Four Froedtert ThedaCare Hospitals recognized by Vizient as 2026 Birnbaum Quality Leadership Top Performers (kfiz.com) — Menomonee Falls residents can take pride that Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital has been ranked in the top quartile nationally for community hospitals in Vizient's 2026 quality and accountability study. The broader Froedtert ThedaCare system also earned several top-decile honors, signaling strong performance in safety, effectiveness, and patient experience across the region's hospitals.
3. Suit over license plate-reading cameras to move to federal court (gmtoday.com) — Menomonee Falls is among several Waukesha County communities suing over police use of Flock license plate-reading cameras, a case now shifting to federal court because of constitutional questions. Plaintiffs want officers required to get warrants before searching vehicle-location data, arguing Fourth Amendment violations. Municipalities, however, are seeking to dismiss the suit and pause it pending a related federal appeals case.
4. THU AM News: Talking Trade with Ken Wasylik and Sandi Siegel; Arkayli Biopharma gets go-ahead to further study drug candidate (wisbusiness.com) — Menomonee Falls readers should know the village Plan Commission has rejected a proposal for an unnamed restaurant, a decision tucked into this statewide business and policy roundup. The rest of the piece ranges from G20 trade talks in Milwaukee to a Madison biotech trial, rural housing funds, and apprenticeship growth, but only the restaurant item directly affects local development.
5. Tiffany announces affordable energy plan as We Energies moves to raise rates (thesconi.com) — Menomonee Falls hosted a recent roundtable where gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany warned residents about rising utility bills and criticized his opponent's climate agenda. His newly announced energy plan emphasizes nuclear power, limiting large wind and solar on farmland, and tightening rules on regulators, framing Democratic policies as too costly for Wisconsin families already facing repeated We Energies rate hikes.
📣 Menomonee Falls Shout Outs!
- 🌟 Love Salty Dog Pet Spa on Appleton Ave for taking such good care of my 2 big St Bernards. The grooming was awesome, the looked and smelled great. I would recommend this salon to everyone. Ask for Lexi —Terri P.
- 🌟 Best kept secret in the Falls. Sportz Pub and Grill has THE best Friday Fish Fry selections. Best clam chowder. Great prime rib on Sat. Other specials during week are superb. also best burger around. —Terri P.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Menomonee Falls
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★ Featured events ★
- World War 1 Re-enactment at Old Falls Village Park →
Old Falls Village Park, N96W15791 County Line Rd, Menomonee Falls
10:00 am
Saturday October 10
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Other local events
- Music by Brittany & Don →
Old Falls Village Park, N96W15791 County Line Rd, Menomonee Falls
4:00 pm - WWI Historical Reenactment at Old Falls Village Park →
Village of Menomonee Falls Calendar, N96W15791 County Line Rd, Menomonee Falls
10:00 am - World War 1 Re-Enactment →
Old Falls Village Park, N96W15791 County Line Rd, Menomonee Falls
10:00 am - Subaru Same Day Adoption Event
Wilde Subaru, 1560 E Moreland Blvd, Waukesha
11:00 am - Milwaukee Pugs Presents: Pugkin Pawty →
The Hounds & Tap, W175N5645 Technology Drive, Menomonee Falls
12:00 pm - Menomonee Falls Optimist Club's Meat Raffle →
Players Pub, N86W16396 Appleton Ave, Menomonee Falls
1:00 pm - Old Falls Oktoberfest Biergarten at Old Falls Village Park Saturday night with Alte Kameraden Band →
Village of Menomonee Falls Calendar, N96W15791 County Line Rd, Menomonee Falls
4:00 pm - Menomonee Falls Historical Society Halloween Family Fun →
Old Falls Village Park, N96W15791 County Line Rd, Menomonee Falls
4:00 pm - "A Community Affair" Arts and Crafts Fair →
Menomonee Falls High School, N80W14350 Titan Dr, Menomonee Falls
9:00 am - Menomonee Falls Historical Sociey Halloween Family Fun →
Old Falls Village Park, N96W15791 County Line Rd, Menomonee Falls
1:00 pm - Grace Lutheran Ministries - Menomonee Falls Community Blood Drive →
W196N9525 Cross View Way, Menomonee Falls
9:00 am
Friday October 9
Saturday October 10
Friday October 16
Saturday October 17
Saturday October 24
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Seeking snow removal for a small business in Butler (JP Pattern).
Two parking lots and a back alley to touch up. Any suggestions for a reliable plowing service would be appreciated! (Nextdoor SE Menomonee Falls) - Professional PET SITTER 🐾
I'm Jill. I'm a professional pet sitter. I'm certified in dog/cat CPR and first aid. I live in Menomonee Falls and service the surrounding area for… (Nextdoor Parkway Drive Heights)
- Olive Garden posted a job opening for Prep Cook in Menomonee Falls. Apply here.
- US Foods Holding Corp posted a job opening for Inventory Control Clerk in Menomonee Falls. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Menomonee Falls here.
Ok Menomonee Falls! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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