The Town Board on Tuesday took another step toward a new municipal facility by choosing an architectural firm to prepare conceptual drawings and cost estimates in preparation for a November referendum.

In compliance with Wisconsin's Smart Growth planning legislation, village officials will hold an informational open house May 21 to discuss updates and revisions to the village's master plan and to get input from residents.

The Wildlife In Need Center, founded in 1994 by Nancy Frank, is looking to expand, as the demand for wildlife rehabilitation in Southeastern Wisconsin grows.

As millions of Americans begin receiving their economic stimulus payments, the IRS released a list of the most frequently asked questions and answers that the agency is not receiving.

Wolf Paving was awarded the 2008 road maintenance bid for the Town of Genesee at the April 28 special Town Board meeting.

Whether home ownership is an American dream or a venture strategy, real estate likely represents the single biggest investment a person makes.

The Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County (HAWS) stopped taking in dogs last week after seven of them died and another 10 dogs showed signs of the same illness.

Recent rain showers upped water levels on area lakes, causing some municipalities to enact temporary slow, no-wake speed ordinances.

Recent rain showers upped water levels on area lakes, causing some municipalities to enact temporary slow, no-wake speed ordinances.

They say there are two seasons in Wisconsin: winter and construction. Now that May is here, winter should be on its way out and before long we'll be immersed in construction.

Waukesha County Executive Dan Vrakas announced that 25 municipalities will receive checks this week, totaling more than $879,000, for participating in the County Recycling Program and delivering their recyclables to the Material Recycling Facility.

The Village Board on Monday approved a planned unit development (PUD) agreement with the developers of the former farm property on the northwest corner of Highways 18 and 83. The agreement brings the start date of construction for Tenby Harbor a step closer.

The Rev. Dave Peters holds many fond memories of shepherding his flock at Christ the King Lutheran Church in the City of Delafield, and now he has retired.

The Village Board on Monday approved an ordinance that restricts parking on both sides of a section of Llamberris Pass during school hours.

By the middle of next year, the Town of Summit should be opening its new 24-hour senior care center.

According to the National Fire Protection Association, between 700 and 900 people die each year in the United States as a result of fires caused by cigarettes.

The Waukesha County Community Foundation has announced the recipients of the 2008 Women of Distinction and Young Women of Tomorrow awards. The awards recognize women living or working in Waukesha County who have demonstrated qualities of outstanding leadership and excellence in their professional
(Published 4/17/2008)

The system of using coordinates for addresses is one of the reasons county officials are looking at a possible $2 million overhaul of part of the computer system for the county dispatch system.

With preliminary planning for the renovation and revitalization of the Dousman downtown business area beginning soon, the Village Board is seeking input from residents and business owners on the project.

"Thirty-four years is enough," said Gordy Carlson, who recently retired from the Genesee Town Board after years of experience.

The word "town" is something Summit officials and residents hope will soon be erased from the numerous signs and buildings throughout the area, replaced with the coveted word "village."

After 12 years of service, Chris Hettich gave up his seat at the Village Board table Monday, April 14.

At the North Prairie Village Board's February meeting, President Joe Whitmore presented his version of an ordinance that would restrict where a Class 3 (the most severe) registered sexual offender could live or loiter in the village.

In January 2009, Waukesha County will have its first new register of deeds since Richard Nixon was in the White House.

The Village Board on Monday gave approval for a Madison-to-Chicago relay running race to come through the village, using the Glacial Drumlin Trail, on June 6.

The winter of 2007-08 is certainly having an impact on real estate in the Greater Milwaukee marketplace. While other markets in the country are contending with the after-effects of the subprime-mortgage debacle, in Southeastern Wisconsin, Mother Nature seems to be a more formidable force.

The Village Board is drafting an ordinance that will not allow parking on a section of Llamberris Pass during school hours. The restriction, the board members agreed, would help to alleviate a traffic-flow problem that arises during the day.
(Published 4/10/2008)

The system of using coordinates for addresses is one of the reasons county officials are looking at a possible $2 million overhaul of part of the computer system for the county dispatch system.

ProHealth Care's Waukesha Memorial Hospital and Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital are taking part in National Healthcare Decisions Day by holding free workshops for the public to help them complete advance directive documents that could communicate their healthcare wishes in a circumstance when they c
(Published 4/10/2008)