'Fake' Democrat Wins Lieutenant Governor Primary in Falls

Isaac Weix emerges victorious in Menomonee Falls, and support for Walker remains strong in the village.

Ron Bertieri Takes Over as School Board President

The board on Monday selected its officer and committee members for the next year. Bertieri replaces longtime board member Kathy Shurilla, who served as president and didn't seek re-election.

Frustrated Radisson Hotel Contractors Ask, 'Where's Our Money?'

More than one year after the hotel opened in downtown Menomonee Falls, many contractors say they have yet to be paid for their work — and they're looking for answers.

What You Need to Know Before You Cast Your Ballot

Tuesday is primary day in Wisconsin's recall elections. Patch has the information you need to head to the polls.

Act 10: We Have Only Just Begun

Act 10 was a watershed moment in Wisconsin’s political history, and my hope is that it is only the beginning of a series of reforms that will save the taxpayers money and improve the quality of our public workforce.

Waukesha County Clerk Nickolaus Won't Run Again

Embattled official tells Waukesha Freeman "it's time to close the door on this chapter of my life."

Barrett, Falk Raise Big Bucks Before Primary

Kathleen Falk leads the way in fundraising with $1 million, while Barrett trails not far behind with $750,000 raised. However, Gov. Scott Walker reported $12 million in the campaign account in January, but has been fundraising around the country since.

Village Begins Work on Rotary Park Multi-use Trail

The $900,000 trail project will connect Rotary Park in Menomonee Falls to Dretzka Park in Milwaukee.

A Blow to Walker? Wisconsin Leads Nation in Job Loss

With a recall election around the corner, Democrats are quick to label Gov. Scott Walker's administration a failure, while the Republican governor's camp claims most job losses occurred in Milwaukee under Mayor Tom Barrett's watch.

Darling, Knodl Praise Walker's Claim That Act 10 Saved $1 Billion

State Rep. Dan Knodl and state Sen. Alberta Darling, praised changes in state law after Gov. Scott Walker announces the savings from collective bargaining limits for the public sector.

Work Resumes at the Blighted Former Stolper Steel Site

Real estate developer, Ryan Companies, is planning a 90,000-square-foot redevelopment project at the 17-acre site that would include retail, medical, and wellness uses.

Hamilton’s New Budget Suggests Tax Increases

The first draft of the 2012-13 budget was presented to the School Board, and with the slow decline in state aid, Hamilton is expecting to recoup the revenue with increased taxes.

County to Answer Questions About Bugline Trail Paving Project

Waukesha County staffers and members of the project design team for the paving project will be on hand during a public information open house from 5-7 p.m. May 10 at the Pauline Haass Public Library, at N64W23820 Main St., in Sussex.

Village Ensures Local Landmark Will Stand for Generations to Come

The 160-year-old barn in the Old Falls Village is getting a $190,000 facelift to keep the structure standing, and preserve history in the village.

Assembly Session Wrap-up

Our economic climate is beginning to improve, and thousands of public workers remain on the job as state and local governments have avoided massive layoffs thanks to the savings realized by Act 10.

Welfare Reform Bill Becomes Law

Senate Bill 426 authored by Representative Dan Knodl (R-Germantown), State Senator Alberta Darling (R-River Hills), and Representative Scott Krug (R-Wisconsin Rapids) cracks down on fraud, penalizing first offenders.

Troubled County Clerk Ordered to Step Aside in Recall Elections

County Executive Dan Vrakas gives Kathy Nickolaus two options: resign or have deputy clerk oversee department during upcoming recall race.

Sensenbrenner Will Again Seek Re-election

U.S. Congressman Jim Sensenbrenner on Wednesday announced that he is again a candidate for re-election to represent Wisconsin's 5th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Romney Sweeps Three Primaries; Santorum Vows to Continue Fight

All three primaries — including Wisconsin — were called within an hour after polls closed Tuesday. Santorum vowed to continue campaigning into the primaries April 24 on the East Coast.

Tadda, Noshay Win Falls School Board Election

Jennifer Grant wins the District 7 Waukesha County Supervisor position, and Janel Brandtjen defeats James T. Dwyer.

2012 Menomonee Falls Election Log

The best spot for up-to-the-minute news and information on the 2012 election.

Menomonee Falls Election Preview: Voter ID, Where To Vote, Candidate Info

Village, county and national races make for a full ballot on Tuesday; be informed before you head out and cast your ballot.

GOP Contenders Say Religious Freedom at Stake in November Election

Mitt Romney, Newt Gingrich and Rick Santorum blame Obama for declaring a 'war on religion' during appearance at faith-based forum in Waukesha. Event tops a full day of campaigning in Wisconsin.

Testing School Board Candidates' Claims

Patch researched the claims made by the four Menomonee Falls School Board candidates seeking one of two seats open on the board in Tuesday's election.

Romney, Santorum Schedule Full Slate of Weekend Appearances

As the election approaches the schedules for Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum are filled with appearances throughout the state. Patch will be blogging live from the presidential forum Saturday at the Country Springs Hotel in Waukesha.

Romney, Santorum Anchoring Down in Waukesha County Saturday

Both candidates to appear at two key events at Country Springs Hotel; Romney also plans town hall meeting in Muskego on Saturday.

School Board Approves 52 Preliminary Layoff Notices, Technology Upgrades

The board anticipates that less than eight full-time employees will eventually be laid off. The board also approved an $800,000 project to upgrade the district's technology infrastructure.

Village Saves $2.5 Million Through Bond Refunding

The village will free up roughly $200,000 bay capitalizing on lower interest payments. The savings on interest will free up funds for more improvements on the capital projects list.

Santorum Campaign Opens State Headquarters in Waukesha County

From new office in Brookfield, Santorum's staff will mobilize volunteers for presidential primary campaign.

Wisconsin Primary May Be Last Chance for Santorum

Political experts say Wisconsin's 42 delegates in the winner-take-all primary could be the final blow for Rick Santorum, or it could be the needed momentum builder to carry him deeper into the election.

Are Partisan Politics Finding a Seat On The School Board?

Although it's a nonpartisan elected position, the politics is playing an increased role on the Menomonee Falls School Board and the upcoming election. And it's not just happening in Menomonee Falls.

Conservatives and Liberals: A Study in Contrasts

What is sometimes hard to see in newspaper accounts and voting tallies that all too often describe politics like some kind of spectator sport (Scott Walker vs. the Unions, Round 76!), is that what often divides Republicans and Democrats is not party, but

School Board Candidate Forum Thursday

Four candidates for School Board will discuss the issues at 7 p.m. Thursday at Village Hall.

Slight Drop Expected in School Taxes Once Again

Overall, revenue is dropping by 1 percent at the school district, but taxpayers shouldn't feel the burden in their pocketbooks.

A Sad Day in Wisconsin

I shake my head in frustration as I try to understand the reasoning.

Sunshine Week: Shining Light On Public Governance

In observance of Sunshine Week, Patch is providing some information on your rights to observe your government in action, and some resources to explore open records.

Pave The Bugline? Not So Fast

Falls resident has started a petition to halt the $2.4 million plan to pave the Bugline Trail.

Cash, Deficits and GAAP’s, Oh My…

Accounting gimmicks are to blame for masking the state's budget deficit.

Sensenbrenner, Pridemore In Falls March 4

Congressman will hold listening session with residents and gather input on federal issues.

Falls Police Chief Also Will Oversee Fire Department Under Restructuring

Some firefighters not happy with change that consolidates fire and police services under one department, but also maintains autonomy between the two.