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

In today's newsletter:

  • How Milwaukee’s long-frozen leaf piles will finally get cleared
  • How is Milwaukee Rep booming while other theaters are hurting?
  • How South Milwaukee students turned one Sunday into tears of joy

Also on today's calendar: Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift and 6 more events.

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Today's riddle: What did the windowsill say to the glass? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Monday: A bit of rain and sleet, with a high of 39 and low of 33 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Times of clouds and sun, temps: high: 42, low: 31.
  • Wednesday: Cloudy with afternoon mist, with a high of 41 and low of 37 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Milwaukee to resume leaf pickup after snow removal pause (wisn.com) — Milwaukee’s Department of Public Works is restarting leaf pickup this week after an early snowstorm forced crews to pause collections and left frozen piles clogging streets and parking spots, especially on the East Side. With more than 400 known piles citywide, officials are asking residents to report any remaining leaf mounds so crews can clear them and free up much-needed parking.
   

2. What's the secret to Milwaukee Rep's success as theaters struggle? (jsonline.com) — Milwaukee Repertory Theater is thriving with record-breaking shows and a remodeled venue, even as many regional theaters struggle post-pandemic. This newsletter also highlights an investigation into Harmony Housing, a nonprofit-linked landlord in Wisconsin accused of taking large tax breaks while tenants question property upkeep and the group’s ties to a for-profit New York firm.
   

3. South Milwaukee students spread holiday cheer at assisted living facility (fox6now.com) — Residents at Franciscan Villa in South Milwaukee enjoyed an early burst of Christmas cheer as Zion Lutheran School students and families delivered gifts, treats, and carols through their annual Giving Tree program. Volunteers say the visit, aimed at seniors who may be far from family, sparked emotional moments and tears of joy, with planning for next year’s outreach set to begin around Thanksgiving.
   

4. Premier women's college volleyball event to be held at Fiserv Forum next year (biztimes.com) — Milwaukee volleyball fans can look forward to Fiserv Forum hosting the 2026 AVCA First Serve event August 21–23, bringing eight top women’s college teams for six matches over three days. Building on record-setting crowds and past showcases, organizers say the city’s strong volleyball culture makes it an ideal stage for this national-level tournament.
   

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  • If anyone is in need of an emergency vet, I highly recommend VEG ER for Pets at 15455 W Bluemound Road Suite 300 Brookfield.
    One of my dogs needed an emergency surgery on 12/12 to have his spleen removed. They did an excellent job. They have private rooms with a couch that… (Nextdoor N 116th St)
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    Cannoli was LOST on December 18, 2025 in Milwaukee, WI 53204 near S 18th and Greenfield Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to… (Nextdoor Forest Home Hills)
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