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Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Six new EV charging stations slated for Northeast Wisconsin as state adds 42 total (wtaq.com) — Waukesha is set to get a new federally funded EV fast-charging station as part of Wisconsin's latest round of 42 installations statewide. The $25 million investment fills gaps every 50 miles along key routes and adds chargers in dozens of communities, making it easier for local EV drivers and visitors to travel confidently across the state.
2. Waukesha woman brings American Girl doll to 'Antiques Roadshow' (bluewaterhealthyliving.com) — A lifelong Waukesha resident's childhood love of American Girl dolls just landed her and her treasured Molly doll on a filmed segment of PBS's "Antiques Roadshow." She shares how carefully preserving her dolls led to a surprising appraisal, the behind-the-scenes experience in St. Louis, and how intense online reactions have affected her since the episode preview aired.
3. Waukesha County households could transfer $10.4 billion of wealth, research shows (gmtoday.com) — Waukesha County households are projected to transfer $10.4 billion in wealth to the next generation over the next decade, with even larger transfers over 40 years. Local leaders say that directing just a small share into community endowments could generate hundreds of millions for charities, potentially strengthening services, amenities, and opportunities for Waukesha-area families well into the future.
4. Wisconsin EHD deer deaths continue to climb (fox6now.com) — Deer in Waukesha County are being hit hard by a growing outbreak of epizootic hemorrhagic disease, with about 175 suspected deaths so far and more expected this season. State wildlife officials explain that the virus doesn't threaten people or pets, outline symptoms residents might see in local deer, and ask the public to report sick or dead animals to the DNR.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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