Port Washington Festival of the Arts; summer kickoff event for all ages

You can kick off summer in Port Washington while taking in the arts through bands, dancing, vendors and fun for all ages. The WakeUp News team learned more about the Port Festival of the Arts.

Port Washington Festival of the Arts
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You can kick off summer in Port Washington while taking in the arts through bands, dancing, vendors and fun for all ages.

Port Washington land inquiry sparks concern, interest

A mystery company is working to buy more than 1,000 acres of land in Port Washington, including people's homes, for a semiconductor plant.

Port Washington HS threat, custodian arrested
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A 62-year-old man was arrested for allegedly making threats to start shooting people at the Port Washington High School. He was employed there as a custodian.

Port Washington High School shooting threat, custodian charged

A Port Washington High School custodian was arrested and has been charged with making terrorist threats after he allegedly threatened to shoot up the school.

Port Washington police chase, squad hit; Illinois men sentenced

An Illinois man charged in connection to a 2022 Port Washington police chase has been sentenced to seven years in prison.

Ozaukee County communities pass fire department funding referendums

All six Ozaukee County communities, including Cedarburg and Port Washington, that put fire department funding on the ballot passed referendums Tuesday.

Ozaukee County fire department referendums, 6 communities to vote

In Ozaukee County, six communities will vote April 2 on whether to raise property taxes to hire more firefighters and paramedics.

Behind the scenes at The Chocolate Chisel

Brian Kramp is learning some of the tricks behind some of the most popular treats at The Chocolate Chisel

The Chocolate Chisel celebrates 15th anniversary

Brian Kramp is in Port Washington helping the couple celebrate their special day with chocolate and much more.

Keeping your home safe during winter weather

Another snow storm is on the way to the Milwaukee area, this time bringing a dangerous cold snap.

Good food, fine art at Mercantile Plaza in Port Washington

Mercantile Plaza has a variety of curated offerings in historic downtown Port Washington, including good food and fine art.

Mercantile Plaza in downtown Port Washington
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Kristina Tadeo talks about the new Grab-and-Go option at Mercantile Plaza and everything else you can see and do at the plaza and downtown Port Washington.

Gathering space at Mercantile Gallery
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Mary Ackerman and Barb Joose talk about the gallery centered around the gathering space at Mercantile Plaza in downtown Port Washington.

Fine art on display at Mercantile Plaza
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Julie Christiansen talks about the many one-of-a-kind gifts, including a micro-florist, at the Mercantile Plaza in downtown Port Washington. She also talks about the fine art on display by dozens of artists.

Daily Baking Company in Port Washington
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Samantha Ranz and Katie Oreskovic from Daily Baking Company in Port Washington talked about their offerings, and even showed us how they create some of their baked goods.

Port Washington referendum; fire department funding an 'urgent' need

A Port Washington ballot referendum will ask voters whether they support a property tax levy to fund additional fire department/EMS staffing.

Wisconsin flamingos inspire Oconomowoc author to write children's book

An Oconomowoc woman was inspired to write a children's book, after at least five pink flamingos flocked to Port Washington back in September.