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Among entries in the 38th Annual Elkhorn Christmas Card Town Parade, held Dec. 7, was Splashtime Pools’ float, which featured some brave souls in a hot tub. See more photos from the parade, Alice in Dairyland’s visit to Friends on the Square, and the tree lighting – all in […]
By Kellen Olshefski Correspondent Proposed updates to the City of Elkhorn’s ordinance regarding sump pump discharge are geared toward better defining when homeowners are required to connect and provide pathways to help them handle it. Under the ordinance as it currently stands, all homeowners within the City of Elkhorn are […]
It’s a full house at Evergreen Country Club for the Elkhorn Area Women’s Club Nov. 17 Bunco Bonanza fundraiser Bunco fundraiser at Evergreen Country Club. The event featured cash raffles, a wine pull and cash Bunco prizes. The club raised $2,000, which will be given to the Elkhorn Fire Department […]
By Heather Ruenz Staff Writer The Holton-Elkhorn Band is almost ready to host its annual Christmas concert and again will do so at Elkhorn Area High School. On Saturday, Dec. 14, at 7:30 p.m., the Holton-Elkhorn Band will take the stage in the James A. Wehner Auditorium at EAHS, which […]
Christmas Card Town offering a flurry of activity By Heather Ruenz Staff Writer Elkhorn is referred to as Christmas Card Town for good reason. From the tree lighting and parade to a special Christmas Day meal, there is plenty going on to entertain the entire family and kids of all […]
“A Christmas Carol” will be performed at Elkhorn Area High School at 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Dec. 6 and 7, and at 2 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 8. Shown at a recent rehearsal are the Ghost of Christmas Future (Presley Hodges) and Ebenezer Scrooge (AJ Sanchez.) Tickets are $7 in […]
The Friends of Lakeland School invite members of the Walworth County community to the 17th Annual Waffles with Santa event this year. It’ll be held Saturday, Dec. 7 from 7:30 to 11 a.m. and feature breakfast – egg and butter waffles, sausage, toppings, chocolate milk or coffee – for $8 (10 […]
Lakeland Players’ holiday musical opens Dec. 13 The Lakeland Players have been busy rehearsing for their holiday musical, “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” which will be onstage at the Sprague Theater, 15 W. Walworth St., Elkhorn, Dec. 13-15 and 20-22. Show times are 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 3 […]
The Salvation Army seeking donors, volunteers The Salvation Army in Walworth County is seeking funds to help people who continue to struggle across the county. In response to needs of neighbors who face poverty, unemployment, and rising expenses, The Salvation Army has launched its annual campaign, called “Share Your Blessings, […]
By Kellen Olshefski Correspondent The City of Elkhorn is pursuing potential ways to raise funds for future parks projects, specifically for Babe Mann Park. Parks and Recreation Director Karl Sorvick presented two ideas – applying for grants and selling commemorative bricks – to councilmembers at a Committee of the Whole […]
