Doggy Day returns to the Deer District this weekend
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A pet lover's dream returns to the Deer District this weekend! Doggy Day is back on Saturday, April 11 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.. Winston's Wishes organizes the event each year to support local dogs in need. Founder Jake Schneider joins FOX6 WakeUp to preview the big event.

Steak, Sugar Snap Pea and Barley Salad: recipe
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A steak salad sounds simple, but it hits a sweet spot between "light" and "hearty" that a lot of meals miss. Angela Horkan with the Wisconsin Beef Council joins us on FOX6 WakeUp to show us a meal that's plenty filling without feeling heavy. 

Newly designed 'Be A Maker' space at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum
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Having fun and learning go hand-in-hand at Betty Brinn Children’s Museum. Hayley Spilter is showing us around the Sendik’s Food Market exhibit -- and all the different kinds of play children can experience. 

Look who's 6 on April 9, 2026
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Look who is turning six years old on Thursday, April 9, 2026

Adopt-a-Pet April 8
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Sue Shannon from the Wisconsin Humane Society joins FOX6 with 5-year-old bunny, Isla!

Nominations open for 27th annual "MANDIs"
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For the 27th year, The Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation will recognize the people, organizations and projects working to strengthen the city's neighborhoods. LISC Milwaukee hosts the MANDIs and Executive Director Theo Lipscomb joined us live on WakeUp to talk about the awards and the nomination process that is still open. 

La Cocina del Sur in Milwaukee has menu filled with Ecuadorian dishes
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You don't have to go far for good South American-inspired food in Milwaukee. La Cocina del Sur has a menu filled with Ecuadorian dinner dishes. Hayley Spitler is checking it out for us. 

Friends of the Milwaukee Public Library's Spring Literary Luncheon
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The Friends of the Milwaukee Public Library's biggest fundraiser of the year is coming up on April 23 and you can still be a part of it! The group's president, Kristen Nelson, and featured author Christina Baker Kline joined us on WakeUp to talk about the event and Baker's soon-to-be released book, "The Foursome."

Wisconsin Conservatory of Music hosting instrument drive
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This Spring, you can be instrumental in supporting young Milwaukee musicians. The Wisconsin Conservatory of Music is looking for instrument donations. WCM's President and CEO Eric Tillich joined us on WakeUp to talk about how the community can help. 

Look who's 6 on April 8, 2026
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Look who is turning six years old on Thursday, April 8, 2026. 

ROCKONSIN is back for 22nd year; applications are open
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It's time for youth garage bands across Wisconsin to shine! ROCKONSIN is back for a 22nd year and applications are open right now. Organizer Dennis Graham sat down with us on WakeUp to talk about everything interested bands need to know about the competition.

Inside Kids Rule Academy's new location
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Kids Rule Academy, founded in 2013, is a preschool and child care center. It recently moved to a new, larger location in Mequon.

Busias XOXO Boutique Bakery in Racine
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Owner Amy Valukas introduces Busias XOXO Boutique Bakery and shares how the shop blends old-world Polish recipes with modern small-batch baking. Amy highlights bakery favorites like kolaczki, paczki, and Polish cheese torte that bring a taste of family tradition to downtown Racine.

"Mothers of Milwaukee Symposium" returns this weekend
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Motherhood is a lifelong journey and having support and connections along the way is so important. There is a chance for mothers to come together this weekend when the "Mothers of Milwaukee Symposium" or "M.O.M.S." returns for a third year, Saturday, April 11. Milwaukee First Lady Dominique Johnson joined us live on WakeUp to talk about the event. 

Look who's 6 on April 6, 2026
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Look who's turning six years old on Monday, April 6, 2026.

Look who's 6 on April 5, 2026
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Look who's turning six years old on Sunday, April 5, 2026.

Look who's 6 on April 4, 2026
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Look who's turning six years old on Saturday, April 4, 2026.

For more than 50 years The Packing House has been a must stop for steak, fish
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For more than 50 years The Packing House has been a must stop for steak, fish, and family gatherings. Brian Kramp has a sneak peek of their Good Friday specials with a chef who’s been there almost as many years as the restaurant has been open.