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Patch’s Most Read: A Contentious 2012 School Board Election Tops Education
A contentious School Board race and some misconduct made the top five most-read school and education stories in 2012 on Menomonee Falls Patch.

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A contentious School Board race and some misconduct made the top five most-read school and education stories in 2012 on Menomonee Falls Patch.

The top read five crime and fire stories of 2012 in Menomonee Falls features some weird, and some tragic incidents in the village.
Elmbrook official says there have been no incidents here, but Waukesha, Oak Creek and Menomonee Falls among the districts dealing with rumors of threats of violence on Friday.
A rumor of a school shooting on Friday, which has been deemed an unsubstantiated threat, has created unease among parents and students in the wake of Friday's tragedy.
A rumor of a school shooting on Friday, which has been deemed an unsubstantiated threat, has created unease among parents and students in the wake of Friday's tragedy.
The Chargers remained undefeated Tuesday after holding off a 21-6 rally by the Menomonee Falls Indians in the fourth quarter.
The Indians trimmed a 20-point deficit in the fourth quarter against archival Sussex Hamilton Tuesday, but fell five points short of their first victory.
Callers pose as distressed grandchildren and attempt to swindle thousands from worried seniors.
Dale was a family man and his greatest pleasure in life was being with his wife, children and grandchildren.
Lisbon leaders voiced their opposition to the Meijer project Monday, but Sussex leaders reaffirmed support. A contentious public hearing on the project could unfold Thursday.
Blodorn will accept a job in the human resources department with the school district she's represented since 2010.
The prices on these houses are falling, and they are some of the best deals on the local real estate market.
The most expensive home on the Sussex market features a resort-like backyard and an indoor golf practice room in the basement.
Nick Knoebel sets personal history after the Appleton West Invitational held this past weekend.
The deadline for submitting an application is March 1. Complete details and the application are available online.
One of three suspects is in custody after police say a he threatened store employees with a weapon and fled on foot.
A look at what's on tap this week in Menomonee Falls.
The Menomonee Falls Indians cruised to an easy team victory Thursday against Brookfield Central.
Hamilton band and choir to perform with founding member of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Mark Wood.
Menomonee Falls residents are attempting to find the words to describe the tragic mass shooting that occurred at an elementary school in Connecticut Friday morning.