Germantown Library Jessica Michna Performance
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, November 12, 2025 For more information, please contact Lynn Ratzmann, Adult Services Librarian at (262) 253- 7760, ext. 2003 or lratzmann@germantownlibrarywi.orgGERMANTOWN COMMUNITY LIBRARY PRESENTS JESSICA MICHNA AS MRS. CHARLES DICKENS Germantown, WI – The Germantown Community Library will host historical impressionist Jessica Michna as Catherine Dickens, the long suffering wife of author Charles Dickens, on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 1:00 pm. Mrs. Dickens will
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
GERMANTOWN COMMUNITY LIBRARY PRESENTS ANTIQUES EXPERT MARK F. MORAN
Germantown, WI – The Germantown Community Library announces an antiques and collectibles appraisal event featuring author and antiques expert Mark F. Moran of Iola, Wis., on Saturday, November 8, 2025 from 11:00-2:00 pm. Formerly senior editor of Antiques and Collectibles Books for Krause Publications in Iola, Wis., Moran was a guest expert on the PBS program, Antiques Roadshow, for 9 seasons. He has been a contributing editor for Antique Trader magazine, and is the author or co-author of more
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
