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🌱 Patch AM: See how “Visit Port Washington” aims to boost local tourism
Spotted on the Port Washington calendar: Matt Krahula
Good morning to you Port Washington! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- See how "Visit Port Washington" aims to boost local tourism
- Want a say in Ozaukee's aging and disability services? Apply now
- How Port Washington's air attack shattered school records in week one
Also on today's calendar: One Watershed: Community Conversation in Port Washington and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What is the difference between a jeweler and a jailer? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 76 and low of 61 degrees.
- Friday: Partly sunny and nice, temps: high: 76, low: 63.
- Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 78 and low of 65 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Port Washington unveils new destination brand (gmtoday.com) — Port Washington is rolling out a new "Visit Port Washington" destination brand, complete with a fresh logo, color palette, and visitportwashington.com website to promote local tourism. Residents will soon see the branding on marketing, social media, and merchandise at the Visitor Center, all aimed at boosting local businesses, events, and overnight stays while honoring the city's lakefront character. 
2. Citizen appointments needed on Ozaukee County ADRC Board (gmtoday.com) — Ozaukee County, based in Port Washington, is seeking residents to fill two citizen seats on its Aging and Disability Resource Center Board, which guides services for older adults and adults with disabilities. County residents can apply online for three-year terms and are encouraged to contact the county administrator for more details before the positions are filled.
3. Record-setting start (ozaukeepress.com) — Port Washington High School's football team lit up the home field with a record-setting passing performance in a 39-20 win over Sheboygan North. Quarterback Jack Bunyan and receiver Aedyn Brownmiller shattered school records as the Pirates' new no-huddle offense showed big-play potential despite a flurry of penalties and late-game cramps.
4. Wisconsin's Local Government Response to Hyper Scale Data Centers: An Overview (boardmanclark.com) — Port Washington figures prominently in a statewide look at how Wisconsin communities are responding to massive data center proposals, including the controversial Vantage/OpenAI/Oracle Lighthouse project and related transmission upgrades. The article explains how local governments, regulators, and counties are weighing economic benefits against concerns over infrastructure, transparency, water, and energy use as they shape future rules.
📸 Around Port Washington
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Port Washington
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★ Featured events ★
- Matt Krahula →
Port Washington Farmers Market, Port Washington
9:30 am
Saturday September 12
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Other local events
- Great Start Conferences
Grafton SD Grafton, WI 53024
7:45 am - JLMS First Day of School - Gr 5
Grafton SD Grafton, WI 53024
7:29 am - GHS First Day of School - Gr 9 (report by 7:30am)
Grafton SD Grafton, WI 53024
7:29 am - GHS First Day of School Gr 10-12 (report by 11:30am)
Grafton SD Grafton, WI 53024
11:30 am - JLMS First Day of School - Gr 6, 7 & 8
Grafton SD Grafton, WI 53024
7:29 am - KES and WES First Day of School - Gr EC-4
Grafton SD Grafton, WI 53024
8:25 am - One Watershed: Community Conversation in Port Washington →
W.J. Niederkorn Library, 316 W Grand Ave, Port Washington
6:00 pm
Monday August 31
Tuesday September 1
Wednesday September 2
Monday September 14
📣 Port Washington Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- "First Nations: Ozaukee County, Wisconsin & The Americas" Exhibit at the Cedarburg History Museum
The Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center Cedarburg History Museum N58W6194 Columbia Rd Cedarburg, WI
10:00 am - Pink Llama Art Show
The Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center The Pink Llama Gallery W62N580 Washington Ave Cedarburg, WI
10:00 am - ''Roots of Cedarburg: Irish & German Immigration'' Exhibit at the Cedarburg History Museum
The Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center Cedarburg History Museum N58W6194 Columbia Rd Cedarburg, WI
10:00 am - "Rebound, Renew, Reimagine: Quilts from the Manhattan Quilters Guild" WMQFA Exhibit
The Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center Wisconsin Museum of Quilts & Fiber Arts N50W5050 Portland Road Cedarburg, WI 53012
10:00 am
Thursday August 27
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Personalized Home Care Services in Washington, Ozaukee and Milwaukee Counties
https://www.firstlighthomecare.com/home-healthcare-west-bend/ (Nextdoor Heritage)
- Southland Industries posted a job opening for Senior Safety Coordinator - Manufacturing Facility in Port Washington. Apply here.
- Kleen Test Products posted a job opening for Production Supervisor - 2nd and 3rd shift in Port Washington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Port Washington here.
Ok Port Washington! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A jeweler sells watches and a jailer watches cells. (Thank you Jean D. for sending it in!)
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