There may not be snow on the ground, but now is the time to start thinking about holiday mailing deadlines for military and diplomatic service members overseas. “Making sure those serving in the nation’s armed forces and diplomatic service receive their presents and care packages in time for the holidays […]
Month: November 2014
EVELYN A. ELVERMAN
Evelyn A. Elverman, 88, of New Munster, passed away Nov. 18, 2014, at Lakeland Health Care Center. Born in Bloomfield on May 30, 1926, she was the daughter of Andrew and Regina (nee Dziegiel) Banas. She spent her early life in Genoa City where she graduated from Genoa City High […]
Special recognition
Middle School band students to perform in Honors Bands Fourteen students from the East Troy Middle School seventh- and eighth-grade bands were selected to participate in the 49th annual University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Honors Band Festival on Sunday, Nov. 23, at the Zelazo Performing Arts Center. Sara Balge-flute, Elizabeth Malicki-flute, Kinsten […]
Officials continue to discuss 2015 budget
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent With the countdown to actual adoption fast approaching, Whitewater officials continue to go through the city’s 2015 budget with a fine-tooth comb. At a meeting Nov. 6, the Common Council looked through several components of the proposed budget, which hovers around $9.47 million. The departments reviewed […]
Actors describe characters in ‘Drowsy Chaperone’
By Tom Ganser Correspondent With winter quickly finding its way to Whitewater one might wonder how best to handle the cold wind. The cast and crew of Whitewater High School’s upcoming performance of “The Drowsy Chaperone” most likely would suggest a night out. The WHS Players will present the completely […]
OWEN W. WILLIAMS
Owen W. Williams, 92, of Mukwonago, passed away on Nov. 11, 2014, Veteran’s Day and the 72nd anniversary of the day he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He was born on April 6, 1922, the son of Weaver and M. Elizabeth (Carlson) in Crown Point, Ind. He was educated in […]
Terminated city employee claims harassment
Officials remain tight lipped, citing privacy laws By Michael S. Hoey Correspondent A 20-year city utility worker claims she endured six months of harassment from her supervisors before being fired last week. At a special meeting Nov. 3, the Delavan Common Council terminated the employment of utility billing clerk Patricia […]
In memory, honor
Members of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater ROTC Battalion listen to speakers, including community members and alumni student veterans during Tuesday’s Veterans Day ceremony at the university’s James R. Connor University Center. Following the program inside the center attendees went outside for the ceremonial firing of three volleys and the playing […]
Discover Whitewater distributes $26K to charity partners
The 2nd Annual Discover Whitewater Series event, held Sept. 21 and featuring a Half Marathon, Half Marathon Relay, 5K and Fit Kid Shuffle events brought 723 participants and more than 450 volunteers together for a good cause. As a result, $26,000 was distributed to five local charities. At the banquet, […]
National Novel Writing Month to feature Writers Night Nov. 18
The Irvin L. Young Memorial Library will participate in National Novel Writing Month with a Writers Night @ the Library on Tuesday, Nov. 18 from 6 to 8 pm. National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) is celebrating its 16th year of empowering diverse voices, supporting writers in the classroom, and building […]
