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02/01/2026

The Grafton girls basketball team held a little holiday party last week, but decided to keep the best gifts. Those presents came in the form of a 84-32 victory last Monday over West Bend West, followed by a 65-46 triumph last Tuesday at Kiel.

Grafton girls basketball dominates with back-to-back wins, showcasing teamwork and skill in holiday matchups. Catch the highlights and key performances!

01/01/2026

Another administrative piece has fallen into place for the village of Grafton after the Village Board voted last week to hire Julie Esch as the next director of Public Works and village engineer.

Village Board appoints Julie Esch as Public Works Director, emphasizing her 30 years in transportation despite lacking engineering credentials.

01/01/2026

A note to subscribers: There will be no Thursday News Graphic published this week. We send everyone our warmest wished for a happy holiday season and a wonderful new year ahead!

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31/12/2025

The Wisconsin Ozaukee Campus - Wisconsin Humane Society Pet of the Week is Mason:
Meet Mason – a handsome and gentle 7-year-old pup looking for his next loving home and available for adoption at the Wisconsin Humane Society Ozaukee Campus. This sweet boy weighs a whopping 117 pounds and makes his way around the world on three legs. Mason may be shy when you first meet him, but he warms up quickly and will shower you with plenty of affection. Like all dogs at WHS, he’s been neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped so he’s all set to join his new family. To meet Mason and see if he’s a great fit for you, stop by the WHS Ozaukee Campus during adoption hours or visit www.wihumane.org/adopt for more information.

31/12/2025

News Graphic Sports Editor Aaron Carlson reflects on the top 10 Ozaukee County prep sports stories of 2025, from the University School of Milwaukee's cross country triumph to Grafton's undefeated football season and state championship win, it has been a year of memorable achievements in local sports.

Relive Wisconsin's top sports stories of 2025, from thrilling victories to unforgettable moments, as we highlight local athletes' achievements.

31/12/2025

News comes in all forms, from major criminal cases, to unexpected developments, to economic stories. Ozaukee County has certainly had years with many more breaking news stories than it saw this year. But that doesn’t mean headlines weren’t made. The planned data center for the northern part of the county made headlines around Wisconsin. Others were much more local, but still impactful. Below is the list of the top 10 stories in Ozaukee County, as judged by News Graphic staff.

Discover Ozaukee County's top 10 stories of the year, from major developments and crime cases to community challenges and local government changes.

30/12/2025

Almost a month after opening, the owners of the Elbow Room Cedarburg say they have welcomed many patrons interested in the new restaurant and event space.

Discover Cedarburg's new Elbow Room Twelve 21, offering a diverse menu and event space. Learn about their special JT 73 burger and support a fundraiser for co-owner Robert Jude.

30/12/2025

A 38-year-old Milwaukee man was arrested Monday afternoon after eluding an Ozaukee County Sheriff's deputy who tried to stop the man for traffic violations.

Milwaukee man arrested after eluding Ozaukee County Sheriff's deputy for traffic violations. Extensive search involved drone and K9 units.

30/12/2025

Police in Mequon are investigating a shooting that occurred outside the River Club of Mequon Friday. While police initially announced an arrest, they said Tuesday that they have not made an arrest.

Police in Mequon are investigating a shooting outside River Club of Mequon. No injuries reported. Domestic incident, investigation ongoing.

30/12/2025

The Cedarburg Art Museum appointed John Bauer, one of its board members, as the new executive director. Bauer has been serving as the interim executive director since September after Jen Ge**er resigned from the position.

John Bauer appointed as Cedarburg Art Museum's executive director, bringing leadership and community engagement to enhance museum growth.

29/12/2025

The Ozaukee County Sheriff’s Office recently recognized two police officers, Ozaukee County Sheriff’s deputies and detectives, firefighters and dispatchers for their response to a shooting in the town of Grafton on Oct. 24.

Heroic response by Ozaukee County officers and dispatchers saves lives in a domestic violence incident. Discover their bravery and teamwork.

27/12/2025

The developers proposing a Chick-fil-A in the village of Grafton have filed paperwork requesting a hearing on several exceptions to village code after the Plan Commission told them last week that their concept plan as proposed needed modifying.

Chick-fil-A and Café Zupas plan for Grafton faces zoning challenges; developers request variances for parking and green space compliance.