WEST ALLIS — A West Allis neighborhood hit hard by August floods finally saw normalcy this weekend — kids running door to door for Halloween.

Families along 81st and Hayes came outside Saturday for trick-or-treat, marking one of the first times the street has been full of people since floodwaters forced many from their homes.

“Last time I saw this many people was right after the flood,” said homeowner Karen Wicker. “It’s good to see we still have spirit. It’s still Halloween. You keep pushing forward, no matter what.”

Just months ago, this same block was filled with dumpsters and debris after basements and first floors were destroyed.

Some homes remain uninhabitable, and a number of families have yet to return.

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