City officials say this was not a random act of violence In the early morning hours last Friday, Whitewater Police responded to a report of shots fired but say the incident involved a specific group of individuals, all four of whom have now been charged, according to a press release. […]
Month: July 2014
JEROME W. JOHNSON
Jerome “Jerry” William Johnson, 83, of Park Falls, formerly of Whitewater, died on July 17, 2014 at Park Manor Nursing Home, Park Falls. He was born in Eau Claire on May 2, 1931, to the late Jasper and Evelyn (Peterson) Johnson. His early life and schooling were in Eau Claire. […]
East Troy schools recognized for excellence
By Tracy Ouellette Editor District Administrator Dr. Chris Hibner told the East Troy School Board Monday night that both the district’s elementary schools – Doubek and Prairie View – were named Schools of Distinction by the state’s Positive Behavioral Intervention and Support Network. This is the second year in a […]
DONALD J. MARTENS
Donald J. Martens, 83, of Palmyra, died on July 18, 2014, at Fairhaven in Whitewater. He was born on June 21, 1931, to the late John and Leona Martens. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, and was very proud and dedicated to his service. He was a […]
MICHAEL ‘OTA’ SCHMIDT
On July 17, 2014, Michael “Ota” Schmidt was surrounded by family when he met his wife and Creator in Heaven. Mike was in a motor vehicle accident six days prior to his death. Due to complications from his injuries, he was unable to make a recovery. Mike was born Aug. […]
RUTH E. ZINNIKER
Ruth E. Zinniker, 81, of East Troy, died July 16, 2014, at her home surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born and raised in Germany by her parents Immanuel and Herta Voegele. She moved to Wisconsin in 1958, in 1961 she married her late husband Richard (2011) […]
It’s all about the money
Referendum survey answers at least one question By Tracy Ouellette Editor The East Troy School District recent referendum survey came back with lots of numbers for the School Board to consider, but by and large the biggest concern on taxpayers minds is the cost of the facility needs at the […]
Peters Road bridge to close Thursday
Unsafe bridge will remain closed until funding is obtained The Peters Road bridge will be closing to all traffic next Thursday after being deemed unsafe by Walworth County and the State of Wisconsin Railroad Commissioner, according to Town of Sharon Board Chairman Rich Brandl. According to the release […]
One act at a time
East Troy High School theater students on stage next week By Tracy Ouellette Editor The kids involved in the East Troy High School summer school theater project have been busy for the past several weeks preparing for their production of “All in the Timing.” The show is a series of […]
Legion team wins tournament
Regional action begins next week By Dan Truttschel Sports Correspondent A weekend trip to Wisconsin Rapids couldn’t have turned out any better for the East Troy Post 188 legion baseball team. In a four-game stretch, East Troy outscored its opponents 39-13 and posted a 3-1 record to bring home the […]
