By Kevin Cunningham Sports Correspondent On Nov. 11, the Wisconsin State Swim meet took place in Madison and marked the final competition of the girls swimming season. For Whitewater High School, two girls got to compete in the most prestigious meet in Wisconsin. Junior Grace Fanshaw may have been younger […]
Month: November 2016
Innovation Center at 92 percent occupancy
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent As 2016 begins winding down, recent results reveal the Whitewater Innovation Center has enjoyed another banner year as new, emerging companies continue sprouting up within the local business ecosystem. Mark Johnson, executive director of the center, came before the Common Council on Nov. 1 and issued […]
City again reviewing leaf collection
Residents’ concerns lead to discussion on possible in-house program By Kellen Olshefski Correspondent Several weeks into a new fall leaf collection it’s clear residents of Elkhorn are not pleased with service being provided under the city’s new leaf-collection program. The new program was implemented this fall after elected officials discussed […]
School Board seat up for election in 2017
By Tracy Ouellette SLN Staff East Troy Community School District Administrator Chris Hibner announced there will be one seat on the School Board up for election in 2017. The seat is held by Steve Lambrechts. The spring election will be April 4, 2017. Should more than two candidates run for […]
Lady Elks finish season on high note
Elkhorn sends four swimmers to state meet By Chris Bennett Correspondent The Elkhorn Area High School girls swim team finished their season on the largest stage their sport has to offer, and acquitted themselves well. Four Elks swimmers competed in two events Nov. 11 in the WIAA Division 2 State […]
Girls team sets lofty goals
Chiefs are aiming to win RVC title outright By Dan Truttschel Correspondent There are three speeds the Big Foot girls basketball team wants to play at every time it takes the court. Fast. Faster. Fastest. And, it’s worked well for the Chiefs, to the tune of a 19-5 record last […]
Reward offered in residential apartment fire
Community comes through to support those affected By Heather Ruenz Editor The Nov. 9 structure fire at University Gardens apartments in Whitewater remains under investigation, according to local police and fire officials. The Wisconsin Arson Insurance Council is offering up to a $5,000 reward for information leading to the identification […]
Searching for the top spot
By Chris Bennett Correspondent A deep Elkhorn Area High School boys swimming team finished second last season in the Southern Lakes Conference. Hopefully, the Elks can make the jump this season and win the SLC. “Making that jump would require a little more depth in our team, and making our […]
Salvation Army kicks off fund-raising campaign in Walworth County
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 in Walworth County has launched its annual campaign, called “Share Your Blessings, Be Blessed.” […]
Girls basketball squad shows promise
Coach says team off to a good start By Dan Truttschel Correspondent There’s something to be said about a team that can mesh personalities together to reach a common goal. That doesn’t always lead to instant success of course, but it’s a great place to start. And that seems to […]