Waukesha's Most-Read Stories: 2021 Year In Review

Take a look at the biggest stories that made headlines in Waukesha Patch this year.

Christmas Parade Grief Support Session Announced In Waukesha

The session in Waukesha will be held on Jan. 13.

How To Get Rid Of Christmas Trees In Waukesha

Real holiday trees will be picked up by the curb for the month of January.

Christmas Parade Memorial Decommissioned In Waukesha

A short ceremony was held on Wednesday morning at Veteran's Park.

Waukesha Public Library: Library To Close Early On December 29 & December 30

Due to an unexpected staffing shortage, the Library will close at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, December 29 and Thursday, December 30. Just a re ...

GoFundMe Set Up For Displaced Waukesha Condo Residents

The Waukesha Fire Department ordered the evacuation of Horizon West Condominiums on Dec. 2 because of deteriorating structure conditions.

Temporary Waukesha Christmas Parade Memorial To Close Wednesday

A Waukesha Christmas Parade Permanent Memorial Commission has been created to decide on a permanent memorial.

Temporary Christmas Parade Memorial To Be Decommissioned On December 29 In City Of Waukesha

The Commission will consist of members of the community from a variety of stakeholder groups.

Bat Honors Memory Of Jackson Sparks, Youngest Parade Victim

Proceeds from the memorialized bat will be donated to help those impacted by the Nov. 21 parade.

K-9 Plushies Sales Raises $14K For Waukesha Fund

The Waukesha County Sherrif's Office announced sales from the stuffed K-9 toys would go to the United for Waukesha Community Fund.

Garbage/Recycling On Regular Day Over Holidays In Waukesha

Garbage collections will take place on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve in Waukesha.

No Changes In Trash/Recycling Collection For Christmas/New Year In City Of Waukesha

Please ensure your cans are out for collection as you would any other week on these days!

Chance To Win Super Bowl Tickets By Donating Blood Near Waukesha: Red Cross

Here's a list of the Red Cross blood drives coming up nearby.

UWM at Waukesha Offering High School Girls Full Scholarships!

Full scholarship awards will be provided based on fund availability. We currently have free spots available!

‘Christmas Comet’: When To Watch For Leonard In Waukesha

We may be able to see comet Leonard and its impressive tail in Waukesha at least through mid-December.

3rd Annual Homeless Persons' Memorial Ceremony In Waukesha

The memorial will be held Tuesday.

3 Waukesha Restaurants Raise $10K For 2 Groups Hurt In Parade

Members of Xtreme Dance Team and Waukesha South Band were injured in the Nov. 21 Christmas parade.

1 Child Injured At Christmas Parade Remains In Fair Condition

Children's Wisconsin hospital discharged two other children to home.

Local Firehouse Subs® Donating 100% Of Sales To Support Waukesha

Franchisees will donate funds raised Dec. 18 to the families impacted by the tragedy at the Waukesha Christmas Parade in November.

Jill Biden In Waukesha Wednesday: What To Know

First Lady Jill Biden, Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff and U.S. Surgeon General​ Dr. Vivek Murthy will be visiting Waukesha on Wednesday.

Teen Hurt In Waukesha Parade Gets Surprise From J.J. Watt

Tyler Pudleiner is recovering after being seriously hurt in the Nov. 21 parade tragedy.

How To Apply For Financial Assistance From Waukesha Community

The fund was established for those affected by the Christmas parade disaster.

No Changes In Trash/Recycling Collection For Christmas/New Years In City Of Waukesha

Please ensure your cans are out for collection as you would any other week on these days!

Holiday Service Schedule In Waukesha

Waukesha County Commuter Routes 901/904/905 will not operate.

Girl, 8, Hurt In Waukesha Parade Returns Home From Hospital

Olivia Stover was performing in the Waukesha Christmas parade with her Xtreme Dance Team when she was struck down.

Upcoming Red Cross Blood Drive In Waukesha Area

The Red Cross is holding a blood drive soon in the Waukesha area.

U-Haul Offers Month Of Free Storage For Waukesha Condo Residents

As of Friday, 65 residents were evacuated.

Fundraiser Set For 3 Dance Groups Hurt In Waukesha Parade

Proceeds will go to Waukesha South High School Band, Waukesha Xtreme Dance Team and Milwaukee Dancing Grannies.

Unite With A Blue Light: How To Get Them In Waukesha

Some 10,000 blue light bulbs are on their way to Waukesha.

Waukesha Public Library: Holiday Closings

The Library staff wishes everyone a very happy holiday season! Waukesha Public Library will be closed the following days in December an ...

'Jerseys For Jackson' Seeks To Honor Child Killed In Parade

Jackson Sparks, 8, died from injuries he suffered at the Waukesha Christmas parade.

Information Meeting Planned For Waukesha County Road Project

Waukesha County Public Works will host a public information meeting on the County Trunk Highway F.

Fotsch Family Foundation To Match Waukesha Fund Donations

The fund will support the needs of the families affected by the Waukesha Christmas parade incident.

'Dancing Chuck' From Waukesha Posts New Video

Chuck Franzke, 98, a World War II veteran who went viral as "Dancing Chuck," is back.

Last Day To Collect Items Left Behind In Christmas Parade Chaos

The city said Monday is the last day people can claim their items.

Waukesha Christmas Parade: 8-Year-Old To Be Laid To Rest

Funeral services for Jackson Sparks are scheduled for Thursday.

Thousands Donated After Waukesha Parade Catastrophe

Thousands of dollars have been donated to several different GoFundMe pages toward victims affected by Sunday's parade disaster.

Family’s Precious Elvis Chair Lost In Christmas Parade Chaos

The chair belonged to an Elvis loving Waukesha man who died in 2020 from COVID-19.

Moment Of Silence Planned For Waukesha Christmas Parade Victims

The city will turn blue after the moment of silence Sunday.

Waukesha Christmas Parade: Candlelight Vigil Planned For Sunday

Life's Connection, a community health and education center, will host the vigil.