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Hello Wauwatosa! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How this new Wauwatosa crime lab hub could affect emergencies
  • How can Wauwatosa West bounce back in Friday's home game?
  • Where can Wauwatosa drivers still find premium gas under $5?

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Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Sunday: Turning sunny; warm, with a high of 76 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Monday: An afternoon shower or two, temps: high: 81, low: 64.
  • Tuesday: Mostly cloudy and warm, with a high of 72 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. New forensic science and protective medicine facility opens in Wauwatosa (dailydodge.com) — A major new forensic science and protective medicine complex has just opened on the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center campus in Wauwatosa, centralizing the state crime lab, county medical examiner, and emergency management. Funded with nearly $139 million in state support, the facility is expected to speed investigations, improve coordination during crises, and expand training partnerships with the Medical College of Wisconsin and Froedtert Hospital.
   

2. Football Recap: Waukesha South Piles Up the Points Against Wauwatosa West (maxpreps.com) — Wauwatosa West's football team took a tough 42-7 loss to Waukesha South but will look to rebound at home this Friday against New Berlin Eisenhower. Wauwatosa East also faces Waukesha South that night, giving local fans two big matchups to watch and support.
   

3. Milwaukee County sees lowest price for premium gas at $4.79 in week ending Oct. 3 (mkesouth.com) — Premium gas in Wauwatosa and other Milwaukee County communities recently hit a low of $4.79 per gallon at several stations, below the statewide average of $5.44. The report highlights how tightening global fuel supplies and refinery margins are keeping prices elevated, so Wauwatosa drivers may want to shop around carefully.
   

4. Health experts discuss Measle outbreak, public health (dailycardinal.com) — Wauwatosa Health Department Director Laura Stephens joined other Wisconsin health leaders to discuss the state's measles outbreak, vaccination policies, and persistent health disparities. Panelists described how local departments are tracking cases, coordinating with providers, and stretching limited funding, while emphasizing the need for trust, clear communication, and nonpartisan public health work to keep communities like Wauwatosa safer.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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