Oconomowoc Enterprise

11/15/2025

All eight of the schools in the Oconomowoc Area School District were ranked as exceeding or significantly exceeding expectations, the highest rank, on report cards released this week by the Wisconsin DPI.

Oconomowoc Area School District excels with top rankings on Wisconsin report cards. High achievement scores in math, ELA, and postsecondary options.

11/14/2025

It’s one of Oconomowoc’s largest rummage sales and it promises a little something for everyone, including an entire room of craft supplies. The Fall Rummage Sale takes place at First Congregational UCC on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 815 S. Concord Road, Oconomowoc.

OCONOMOWOC — It’s one of Oconomowoc’s largest rummage sales and it promises a little something for everyone, including an entire room of craft supplies. The Fall Rummage Sale takes place

11/14/2025

The only No. 1 seeds remaining in Division 5, Lake Country Lutheran (11-1) and Mayville (12-0), square off on Friday at Slinger High School with a trip to the D5 state title game on the line.

When an unstoppable force meets an immovable object, that’s what lies in store on Friday when No. 1 Catholic Memorial (11-1) faces off against No. 1 Grafton (12-0) in a

11/14/2025

Highway 83 has reopened to through traffic in Delafield, although construction work will still be ongoing between Golf Road and Vettleson Road.

Highway 83 in Delafield has reopened to through traffic, but construction work will continue. Expect lane shifts, closures, and delays.

11/13/2025

The community gathered Tuesday to honor those who served the country in the armed forces for Veterans Day.

Community honors veterans on Veterans Day in Oconomowoc. American Legion visits senior facilities and Veterans Park.

11/13/2025

A 25-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman both were charged with felony child neglect after they allegedly had five children living with them in filthy conditions in an Oconomowoc basement over the past three years.

Couple charged with felony child neglect for allegedly having children live in filthy conditions in Oconomowoc basement.

11/13/2025

A scenic stretch of woods and meadow bordering Lapham Peak State Forest will now remain protected open space for generations to come, following the donation of an 86-acre property to Tall Pines Conservancy.

86-acre property bordering Lapham Peak State Forest donated to Tall Pines Conservancy, ensuring preservation of natural beauty for future generations.

11/12/2025

Residents in the Oconomowoc Area School District will see a lower mill rate after the School Board approved the tax levy for the 2025-26 school year.

11/11/2025

There's a substantial gas leak in downtown Oconomowoc in Sobie's kitchen. Area businesses are being evacuated.

11/11/2025

The operating rooms of Aurora Medical Center — Summit may be a long way from the battlefields of Iraq and Afghanistan, but it’s the skills he developed and the relationships he formed in those places that have stayed with Dr. Eric Verwiebe as he treats patients in the local hospital, including those with traumatic injuries.

Dr. Eric Verwiebe, a combat medic with 31 years of military service, reflects on his experiences treating injured veterans and the importance of Veterans Day.

11/10/2025

A 22-year-old Oconomowoc man has been charged with possession of child po*******hy after police searched his home recently in the 900 block of Shady Lane.

Oconomowoc man charged with possession of child po*******hy after police search his home. He is prohibited from accessing exploitation material.

11/10/2025

The Oconomowoc Area Foundation has announced it awarded a record $341,000 in grants to 45 nonprofit organizations impacting the greater Oconomowoc community.

Oconomowoc Area Foundation awards record $341,000 in grants to 45 nonprofits, supporting children, families, elderly, youth, environment, and arts.