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21-07-2025
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Two men injured in fight involving 60 people at Oak Creek restaurant
What started as a celebration of life turned into a large fight that left two people injured July 20 at the Route 41 Bar & Grill in Oak Creek. Just after 5 p.m., the Oak Creek police department was dispatched to the restaurant for a report of a fight involving as many as 60 people. It's unclear how it began. At the time, Route 41 was scheduled to celebrate the life of Vincent Weinhold, who was stabbed to death in a fight three years ago, along with other events, including a poker run, live music and 50/50 raffle. Two 32-year-old men were assaulted and left with minor injuries. Both refused to be transported to the hospital and were evaluated at the scene. A 23-year-old man was taken to the hospital because he was highly intoxicated. When officers arrived on scene, they saw a motorcycle immediately leaving. Franklin police, who were called in to assist, briefly pursed the motorcycle, then ended the pursuit because it was unclear if the motorcyclist was involved in the fight. The Oak Creek police department is investigating the fight and the Franklin police department is investigating the fleeing motorcycle. Anyone who witnessed the fight is asked to contact Oak Creek Officer Andrew Glaz at 414-762-8200. Anyone with information about the fleeing motorcycle is asked to contact the Franklin Police Department at 414-425-2522. Oak Creek police did not announce any arrests. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reached out to the department for more information. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Large fight at Oak Creek restaurant leaves two people injured Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Business
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Where do things stand with the Buc-ee's planned for Oak Creek? Here's the latest.
Buc-ee's is trying to build in Oak Creek but there's a delay in the final approvals for 'the Disneyland of gas stations.' Angela Janik, project coordinator for Buc-ee's, made the "Disneyland" comparison during an early meeting for the proposed 74,000-square-foot store which includes a fueling plaza of 120 gas pumps. It would be constructed on nearly 30 acres near West Elm Road and South 27th Street, just west of the interstate. Here's what to know: Buc-ee's is hoping to open its 24/7 store and fueling plaza in early 2027 and is expected to employ between 175 and 225 full-time workers. The City of Oak Creek put out a timeline for when various approvals for Buc-ee's were up for discussion. These dates have come and gone: Jan. 28 the Plan Commission passed resolutions to change the property to commercial use from business park in the city's comprehensive plan. It was also rezoned from primarily agricultural to B-6 Interchange Regional Retail District. March 18: Oak Creek's Common Council voted in favor of amending the city's 2020 comprehensive plan land use for the three properties and a rezoning application for retail use. May 20: Following the Plan Commission's recommended approval in April, a conditional use permit for the fueling plaza and convenience store was approved by the Oak Creek Common Council. The council also approved a certified survey map for the project combining the three parcels into two lots and an outlot. Oak Creek City Administrator Andrew Vickers told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on July 2 the city's timeline for local reviews and approvals was to conclude June 10 with a site plan and building review in front of the Plan Commission. However, the timeline hit a speed bump with a traffic analysis. 'This final, public step has been delayed as (the Wisconsin Department of Transportation) and Buc-ee's continue working toward what the Traffic Impact Analysis will require for road improvements,' Vickers said via email. He noted city staff will create an agenda for the Plan Commission meeting once the DOT accepts the traffic impact analysis. Vickers said the city doesn't anticipate any issues with the analysis, noting "those traffic data exchanges and iterative engineering processes are mostly between DOT and Buc-ee's." Some neighbors who are opposed to the proposed project have decided to band together as Oak Creek Neighbors United and sue the city. The lawsuit was filed April 11 in Milwaukee County Circuit Court and alleges the rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment were only to benefit the property owner and called it 'illegal spot zoning.' The plaintiffs want a declaratory judgment that the 2020 comprehensive plan amendment approval and rezoning be voided by the court, according to the lawsuit. The suit is ongoing with the city filing a motion to dismiss the case and Oak Creek Neighbors United having until Aug. 4 to reply, according to online court records. Contact Erik S. Hanley at Like his Facebook page, The Redheadliner, and follow him on X @Redheadliner. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Here's the latest on the proposed Buc-ee's in Oak Creek
Yahoo
26-06-2025
- Business
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We Energies to burn coal in Oak Creek for another year due to 'high energy demand'
The coal will be burning at the We Energies plant in Oak Creek a year longer than expected. The company announced June 25 it will extend the operating life of two coal units at the Oak Creek Power Plant 'to meet high energy demand periods through the end of 2026,' a news release from the company said. The plant was scheduled to retire at the end of 2025. Madison-based nonprofit Clean Wisconsin took issue with the announcement, putting out a statement June 26 that said the move 'saddles customers with at least another year of expensive, less reliable coal.' We Energies received approval May 22 from the Wisconsin Public Service Commission for a $1.5 billion plan to build natural gas plants in both Oak Creek and the Town of Paris in Kenosha County. We Energies said the plants were needed to supplement solar and wind power generation and help cover growing electricity demands. The Town of Paris plant project has already been delayed about a year because the PSC decided it must be built on an alternative site in the town. The decision to delay retiring the Oak Creek coal units ― which were put into service in the 1960s ― is based on two factors, We Energies said: Tightened energy supply requirements in the Midwest power market. The need to serve customers with safe, reliable, and affordable energy. Mike Hooper, president of We Energies, said reliability is at the forefront of everything the company does. 'Just this month, national grid experts raised the alarm of elevated risks of power supply shortages and price spikes due to plant closures and increasing energy demand in the Upper Midwest,' Hooper said in the release. 'We will continue to evaluate the future of the plant based on capacity needs, available generation and what is financially prudent.' Clean Wisconsin Energy and Air Manager Ciaran Gallagher called the company's claims of elevated power supply shortages in the Midwest overblown. She said this decision is harmful and a 'shortsighted, profit-driven approach" to energy production and planning. 'We Energies has once again failed to plan for the future, failed to appropriately invest in cheaper clean energy sources, and failed to keep costs down for Wisconsinites,' Gallagher said in the Clean Wisconsin release. 'We Energies is going back on promises it made to communities long burdened by toxic air emissions from that plant.' Contact Erik S. Hanley at Like his Facebook page, The Redheadliner, and follow him on X @Redheadliner. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: We Energies to burn coal at Oak Creek a year longer than expected
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Climate
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Weather-Ready Homes Available Now During Oak Creek Homes' Sizzlin' Summer Sale
Special Savings on Delivery-Ready Prefabricated Homes Built for Tough Weather HOUSTON, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Oak Creek Homes is offering major savings during its Sizzlin' Summer Sale, with deep discounts on a wide selection of weather-ready manufactured homes. These prefabricated homes are designed to stand up to severe weather, making them ideal for families living in tornado- and hurricane-prone areas. Homes in inventory are ready to deliver, giving buyers a great opportunity to secure a quality-built home while special pricing lasts. With over 50 years of experience, Oak Creek builds factory-crafted homes that blend strength, energy efficiency, and modern design. As an award-winning manufacturer, we offer homes ideal for first-time buyers, growing families, multi-generational living, retirees, and anyone ready to invest in homeownership. Why Choose Oak Creek Weather-Ready Homes? Our homes are built in controlled factory conditions to protect materials from harsh weather during construction. Key weather-ready features include: BuiltStrong™ Construction with reinforced frames and steel supports Built heavier with more steel and materials than our competitors and HUD code requires. Exterior walls with 16-inch stud spacing for extra strength Built for various wind zones, designed to handle winds up to 110 mph and modular homes up to 140 mph Heavy-duty wind straps securing the home's structure Durable Smart Panel siding, stronger and more weather-resistant than vinyl Increased insulation lowers energy use by up to 15% and cuts air leaks by 25% Energy-efficient thermal pane windows Sealed marriage line gasket to prevent moisture damage Comprehensive 47-point third-party inspection for homes 18 feet and wider. ENERGY STAR® certified models to reduce energy bills by up to 20% annually. Long-lasting PEX plumbing resistant to freezing and leaks Premium LG stainless steel kitchen appliances on new orders These features make Oak Creek homes a smart choice for tornado- and hurricane-prone regions, providing lasting protection and comfort. Real Stories from Oak Creek Homeowners Many homeowners have faced severe weather and seen firsthand how Oak Creek homes perform when storms strike. After back-to-back hurricanes, these families' homes stood strong while others did not. Hear their stories here. A Proud Partner in Weather Safety EducationOak Creek Homes is a proud Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador, partnering with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to help families prepare for hurricanes and tornadoes. Visit for the latest storm updates. Pick up your free hurricane tracker, preparedness checklist, or escape plan worksheet at your nearest Oak Creek Homes Center. Delivery-Ready Factory-Built Homes Available Now Oak Creek Homes offers a wide variety of weather-ready singlewides and doublewides in inventory, ready to deliver to your site—providing a faster path to homeownership without sacrificing quality. Built in Texas, Oak Creek homes are transported directly to your land, reducing costs and delays common in traditional homebuilding. Factory-Built Homes Delivered Across Texas and the Southern U.S. Oak Creek Homes builds high-quality, factory-built manufactured and prefabricated homes at our Texas-based factories, with 19 home centers serving families across Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, and parts of New Mexico. We make home ownership easy and affordable—no matter where you live in the South or Southwest. Act Fast — Best Selection and Savings Won't Last Take advantage of our Sizzlin' Summer Sale with limited-time discounts on in-stock, factory-built manufactured homes. Enjoy modern design, lasting quality, and affordable luxury—all priced to sell fast. Visit an Oak Creek Home Center today to tour available models and speak with a housing expert about financing and site setup. Explore locations and inventory today. Book your visit now and find your weather-ready home. Media Contact:Enica Jordan, Director of Marketing (888) 396-3901 press@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Oak Creek Homes Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- General
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Oak Creek clothes dryer fire at multi-family apartment building
The Brief Oak Creek firefighters contained a fire in a clothes dryer at an apartment building on Sunday, May 18. The fire happened at an apartment building on W. Sunnyview Drive. The flames were contained within five minutes of emergency crews' arrival. OAK CREEK, Wis. - Oak Creek firefighters extinguished a fire a multi-family apartment building on W. Sunnyview Drive on Sunday afternoon, May 18. What we know Officials said they were dispatched to the fire around 2:15 p.m. Sunday. The first arriving fire crew reported black smoke coming from one of the apartments and initiated an offensive fire attack. The fire was completely extinguished within five minutes of fire crews arriving. The fire was contained to a clothes dryer located in a single apartment. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android No other apartments sustained any damage, and no injuries to residents or firefighters were reported. The Milwaukee and Franklin Fire Departments assisted the Oak Creek Fire Department during this incident. What you can do Fire officials remind everyone that it is "essential to remember that dryer lint screens should be cleaned after every load of laundry. Routine maintenance should also be performed on dryer exhaust vent pipes to prevent a buildup of lint and debris." The Source The information in this post was provided by the Oak Creek Fire Department.
