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🌱 Patch AM: Sussex resident involved in fatal Sunday crash at Richfield intersection
Make time for Ellen Winters: Ellen & Kostia on the Sussex Patch calendar
Morning Sussex! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Sussex resident involved in fatal Sunday crash at Richfield intersection
- How Sussex Hamilton's big win shook up area football rankings
Also on today's calendar: Fiesta Del Rio and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What did one strawberry say to the other strawberry? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 79 and low of 64 degrees.
- Wednesday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, temps: high: 82, low: 60.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 79 and low of 57 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Town of Polk resident deceased following crash in Richfield Sunday morning (gmtoday.com) — A 72-year-old Sussex resident was involved in a Sunday morning two-vehicle crash in Richfield that left an 83-year-old Town of Polk driver dead after emergency crews' efforts. The intersection at Hillside and Pioneer roads was closed for about three hours while Washington County authorities investigated and reconstructed the scene. 
• Upsets for Racine Case, Kenosha Bradford have both joining area top 10 (bluewaterhealthyliving.com) — Sussex readers will notice Hamilton's football team opened the 2026 season strong, beating powerhouse Kimberly 27-12 and earning a spot among the Milwaukee area's top programs. The roundup highlights Arrowhead's continued dominance and Racine Case's upset of Franklin, reshuffling early-season rankings across southeastern Wisconsin.
📸 Around Sussex
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Sussex
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★ Featured events ★
- Ellen Winters: Ellen & Kostia →
Fujiyama | Brookfield, 17395 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield
6:00 pm
Saturday August 29
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Other local events
- Teacher in-service (All teachers)
Hamilton SD Sussex, WI 53089 - Teacher in-service (Grades 7-12)
Hamilton SD Sussex, WI 53089 - Teacher in-service (All teachers)
Hamilton SD Sussex, WI 53089 - Grades 7-12 classes begin
Hamilton SD Sussex, WI 53089 - Teacher in-service (K-6 teachers)
Hamilton SD Sussex, WI 53089 - Rumors Cruise Night – Sussex →
Rumors Sports Bar & Grill, W232N6368 Waukesha Ave, Sussex
5:00 pm - Fiesta Del Rio →
1240 Frame Park Dr, Waukesha
12:00 pm - Wisconsin Wind Orchestra →
Saint Luke's Lutheran Church, 300 Carroll St, Waukesha
4:00 pm - Waukesha JBF Kids Sale- EVERYTHING for kids at 50-90% Off Retail! →
1000 Northview Rd, Waukesha
9:00 am - Old Falls Renaissance Faire →
Old Falls Village Park, N96W15791 County Line Rd, Menomonee Falls
10:00 am - Waukesha JBF HUGE KIDS MEGA SALE- 50-90% OFF EVERYTHING FOR KIDS! →
1000 Northview Rd, Waukesha
9:00 am
Wednesday August 26
Thursday August 27
Monday August 31
Tuesday September 1
Sunday September 6
Friday September 11
Saturday September 12
Sunday September 13
📣 Sussex Shout Outs!
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Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Thinking about an Outdoor Kitchen?
I build them on the side, just finished this one for me. If anyone is interested message me and I can stop out and discuss options for your space. (Nextdoor Lisbon borders) - Hello!
I am still looking for patients ! I need someone for this Tuesday the 25th at 1:30. Please message me if you are interested! (Nextdoor Brandon Oaks)
- Pregis posted a job opening for Material Handler - 12-Hour Weekend Nights in Sussex. Apply here.
- Quad posted a job opening for Experienced Printing & Packaging Equipment Operators in Sussex. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Sussex here.
🗞 Nearby News
Pewaukee
- (Future) Badger Observer: 2027 Wisconsin football offensive line commit Jack Tabbert (badgerobserver.com)
Menomonee Falls
- Woman accused of calling in bomb threat to get back at her ex and 'cause chaos' (cbs58.com)
- Marquette volleyball hosts No. 2 Texas tonight (wtaq.com)
- USD/CAD - Dollar Higher After Iran Sanctions, Loonie Drops After US Announces Tariff Increases (efxdata.com)
Brookfield
- See what new businesses opened in August in Milwaukee's north suburbs (jsonline.com)
Ok Sussex! 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: If you weren't so sweet, we wouldn't be in this jam! (Thank you Patti F. for sending it in!)
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