Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow signs the 2026 County Budget. Farrow breaks down the keys to getting a budget unanimously passed multiple times, plus why the county may consider shifting to a biennial budget process in the future.

Veteran's Services Officer Jeremy Johns explores topics such as navigating VA benefits, transitioning to civilian life, housing & health-care resources, local veteran community programs, and inspiring stories of service and resilience. Whether you’re a veteran, a family member, or someone who wants to support our military community, this GovCast offers real-world insights and information specific to veterans in Waukesha County and beyond. Our goal: to inform, empower, and connect.

Lance Spranger, Chief Information Officer for Waukesha County, dives into how the county is working to protect its systems and residents, what “being cyber-aware” really means at a local government level, and how you — yes, you — can play a key role in staying safe online. 
From phishing scams to ransomware, you’ve heard the headlines — now let’s hear the real talk: what’s happening right here in Waukesha County, why it matters to each of us, and what actionable steps you can take this month (and beyond) to bolster your own digital defenses. 

County Executive Paul Farrow breaks down the 2026 County Budget, what's in it, cuts made and how a little bit of luck saved the county hundreds of thousands of dollars!

Fall is here in Waukesha County! From crisp hikes and colorful trails to Apple Harvest Fest at Retzer Nature Center, we’re diving into all the ways you can enjoy the season in our parks. Tune in for fall fun you won’t want to miss!Community Events | Waukesha County

Waukesha County has played a pivotal role in the response and recovery from the historic floods August 2025. The cleanup and recovery remain ongoing as FEMA officials are about to go door to door in flood damaged neighborhoods to assess the damage, which could lead to federal assistance to our region.

How does Waukesha County decide to spend taxpayer dollars? What services are funded and what does the future financial picture look like? Waukesha County Executive Paul Farrow breaks down the annual county budget process and how the county will be hosting a new interactive budget open house to educate residents and get their feedback on their budget priorities.

Ever wondered what it's like to work in the heart of county leadership? Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at life inside the Waukesha County Executive's Office!

Join us on this week’s episode of GovCast as we dive into what makes our team tick, from steering county initiatives to ensuring our community thrives. 

The oldest county fair in Wisconsin, the Waukesha County Fair is officially underway! The 183rd year of the fair brings farm animals, fair food and tons of great stuff for the whole fam! The event runs July 16-20th at the Waukesha County Expo Center.

The GovCast crews takes the show on the road to highlight several road construction projects impacting Waukesha County. DPW Director Allison Bussler breaks it all down, between funding, safety and long-term projects in the works.