Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson just dropped the ultimate game-changer for fans, issuing an official (unofficial) excuse note on his social media accounts yesterday, October 22, 2026. This isn’t some generic civic message, folks. This is a direct shot across the bow of any boss, teacher, or parent trying to keep you from the biggest sports day in the city.
The Mayor Says: “Important Business”
He wasn’t messing around. Johnson knew exactly what Milwaukee needed for October 23. “Milwaukee, we’ve got some important business to take care of tomorrow,” he wrote, making it clear that cheering on our hometown teams isn’t just a hobby, it’s a civic duty. With the Bucks tipping off their home opener at 3 p.m. and the Brewers battling it out in the World Series, Johnson saw the writing on the wall. He literally wrote it himself, stating, “I figured you might need a little helping hand getting out of work or school early. Consider this your official (unofficial) excuse from the Mayor!” How epic is that?
No More Excuses, Just Flex Time
The mayor’s letter wasn’t just a clever social media post, it was a mandate for flexibility. He directly encouraged employers, teachers, and parents to adjust Friday’s schedules. Think about that. No more scrambling for flimsy excuses, no more trying to secretly stream the game under the desk. Johnson put it plainly: “The meeting can be rescheduled. The homework can get done later.” Even the Bucks jumped in, co-signing the mayor’s message on social media and firing up the fan base with a simple, powerful command: “Clock out. Tip off. Cheer on!”
What a day this is going to be for Milwaukee sports! Get ready to soak it all in, because when the Mayor himself tells you to, you know it’s a mandate. Let’s make this an unforgettable October 23, celebrating our teams!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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