Winter Weather - Washington County
For Immediate Release: Contact: Washington County Emergency Management (262) 335-4399 Winter Weather Emergency Preparedness Winter Weather Awareness Week November 17-21 November 19, 2025 West Bend, WI – Winter weather is just around the corner, so now is a great time to make sure you are winter weather ready! Winter weather creates an increased risk for car crashes, cold-weather illnesses & injuries and the potential for disruption of power, heat and water that could last for several hours or days.
2024-5 School and District Report Card Release
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025 Contact: Jake Misiak, Director of Teaching and Learning 2024-25 School and District Report Card Release The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction releases a report card for all public schools each fall. The 2024-25 School and District Report Cards include four component scores: achievement, target group outcomes, growth, and on-track to graduation. The Germantown School District "exceeds" expectations, with all schools in the district either exceeding or
Washington County and American Companies to Host Grand Opening of Regal Place Condominiums
Washington County and American Companies to Host Grand Opening of Regal Place Condominiums – A Next Generation Housing Development KEWASKUM, WI – Washington County, in partnership with American Companies, is proud to announce the grand opening of Regal Place Condominiums, a Next Generation Housing Initiative development. The ceremony will take place on Monday, November 17, 2025 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and will celebrate the latest step toward expanding attainable homeownership opportunities for local
Community Call to Action: Supporting Our Neighbors During the SNAP Interruption
WEST BEND, WI – Julie L. Driscoll, the Chief Health & Human Services Officer for Washington County Health & Human Services issued the following Call to Action: Due to the current federal government shutdown, FoodShare (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP) benefits will not be accessible to recipients beginning November 1, 2025. In Washington County, this means over 7,000 of our friends, neighbors, and families will face serious challenges putting food on the table. Each month, roughly $1.1
2025 MTCE Helps Students Construct a Bright Future
For Immediate Release Germantown Area Chamber of CommerceThe Chamber of Greater Menomonee Falls & Sussex Date: 10/28/2025 Manufacturing and Trade Career Expo Helps Students Construct a Bright Future West Bend, WI: The Manufacturing and Trade Career Expo (MTCE) is a yearly event that is hosted by the Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce and The Chamber of Greater Menomonee Falls and Sussex during Manufacturing Month. This year the presenting sponsor was Nicolet Plastics, LLC and the MTCE occurred
From Legal Fees to Licenses: The Real Price of Starting a Business
Launching a business often feels like racing toward a dream with a to-do list that never ends.Founders usually focus on products, marketing, and customers—but behind those headline goals lurk quiet expenses that quietly drain early cash flow. Before your enthusiasm outpaces your budget, let’s unpack these often-overlooked costs and how to plan for them strategically. (And yes—formation, insurance, and compliance each matter more than you think.) TL;DR Many first-time entrepreneurs underestimate the
The Long Haul: What It Really Takes to Launch a Trucking Business That Lasts
Breaking into the trucking industry isn’t just about owning a rig and chasing miles—it’s a full-fledged business that demands grit, planning, and a deeper understanding of what keeps goods and people in motion. With demand for freight continuing to grow in North America, the appeal of launching a trucking company has never been higher. But before rubber meets road, there’s a long list of hurdles, logistics, and financial realities that can derail even the most ambitious newcomer. Starting strong means
