Betty Lou Hovde, 89, most recently of Walworth, passed away peacefully on July 21 2018, after a brief illness. A celebration of Betty’s life will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Toynton Funeral Home, 328 Kenosha St., in Walworth, with the Rev. Roger Harris officiating. Visitation will be from […]
Author: Heather Perkins
Lakeland Players to hold auditions
Lakeland Players will hold auditions this month for the hit Broadway Musical “Do Black Patent Leather Shoes Really Reflect Up?” at the Sprague Theater, 15 W. Walworth St., Elkhorn. Auditions will be held at 7 p.m., Monday and Tuesday, Aug. 27 and 28. An accompanist will be provided but those […]
D-DHS student wins ‘Great Neighbor’ essay contest
Tractor Supply recognized Delavan-Darien High School student Jaida Speth for her exceptional community contributions through its second annual “Great Neighbor” essay contest at the Wisconsin State Fair on Aug. 4. The “Great Neighbor” essay contest encourages young people across the country to submit short essays detailing how memorable 4-H or […]
THOMAS A. GEHRKE
Thomas Arnold Gehrke, 69, peacefully rode into his final sunset on Aug. 7, 2018. He was born on June 8, 1949, in Woodstock, Ill., to Arnold and Virginia (Jagodzinski) Gehrke. He graduated from Badger High School in 1967 and then served in the National Guard. He resided in Walworth […]
DAVID JOHN MATSON
David John Matson passed away peacefully in Milwaukee on Aug. 5, 2018, with his family was by his side. David was born in Walworth County on March 22, 1957. He grew up in Delavan with his two brothers, Paul and Jim. His parents, Jerome and Dorothy, built a home […]
In your face
St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Whitewater held its Country Fest on July 28-29. It included a pig roast, raffles, a silent auction, dunk tank, music and games/activities for all ages. It also featured a pie-eating contest. Kenzie Schimming licks away some of her just rewards along with Leah Newmann, […]
Fontana School District referendum on Tuesday’s ballot
Voters that live in the Fontana School District will have determine whether or not they support a referendum that will increase property taxes for four years in Tuesday’s primary election. It’s being sought in an effort to avoid having to reduce staff due to a decline in revenue. The projected […]
Concert to benefit organ restoration
On Aug. 21, Madison organist Bruce A. Bengtson will perform a selection of organ literature designed to demonstrate the capabilities of the 1883 Hook & Hastings OPUS 1144 organ at Holy Community Episcopal Church. The concert will begin at 6 p.m. at the church, 320 Broad St., Lake Geneva. Advance […]
McGMO raises more than $40,000 to enhance care for cancer patients
The 21st annual McGMO Charity Golf event aims to improve the lives of people fighting cancer by raising more than $40,000 to support Aurora Cancer Care patients. The annual fundraiser drew more than 170 participants July 27 at Delbrook Golf Course. Dollars raised this year will help purchase rehabilitation equipment […]
Summertime on the square
Corn & Brat Days, held Aug. 3 and 4 in Veterans Park on the square in Elkhorn, features artisans and crafters, food and live entertainment including performances by numerous community acts. Ella Storlie, Sienna Reece and Abby Kiel help out at the Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce booth. See more […]
