By Dave Fidlin Correspondent A cross-section of representatives will soon meet to seek out long-term solutions aimed at tightening Whitewater’s municipal ordinances, yet assuring law-abiding planners are able to put on large-scale private parties within the community. In the past six months, city officials have grappled with potential policy decisions […]
Author: Heather Perkins
Residents spend 41 days without elevators
Repair of Westshire Farms alarm system after lightning strike was extensive By Vicky Wedig Editor Laurie Whitby knows exactly how long elevators at Westshire Farms were not functioning after a lightning strike at the senior housing complex July 21. “Forty-one days. That’s a travesty,” said the Janesville woman whose parents […]
City considers ordinance for special events
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent In an effort to curtail future incidents akin to the Spring Splash event in April, Whitewater officials are mulling a policy that could place parameters around private parties held within the community. City Manager Cameron Clapper discussed the issue at a Common Council meeting Sept. 6. […]
Create a custom cast iron plate
Wisconsin Makers is sponsoring a scratch mold workshop Thursday, Sept. 29, in conjunction with an upcoming iron pour at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Taking place from 6 to 9 p.m. at Wisconsin Makers, 200 E. Clay St., Whitewater, this is family-friendly event is open to adults and children from throughout […]
JAMES BAKER
James Baker, 83, of Delavan, passed away Sept. 23, 2016, at the farm where he lived for 57 years. He was born March 19, 1933, in Mount Pleasant in Racine County to Delray and Alberta (Anderson) Baker. He married Jean Pearce at Brick Baptist Church in Walworth […]
City inks deal with sculptor for art displays
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent Although more specifics still need to be fleshed out, two high-profile spots within Whitewater will soon feature a local artist’s sculptures in prominent locations. The Common Council on Sept. 6 approved an agreement with Richard Taylor, an artist known for creating sculptures. Elected officials’ stamp approval […]
UW-Whitewater to host ‘On the Homefront’ community conversations
Continuing Education Services and Young Auditorium recently began a series of programs that engage the community in conversations about military service at home. Events in the “On the Homefront” program will use letters, personal belongings, and historical artifacts from veterans and service members to reflect on how communities on the […]
TERESA L. DUCHARME
Our dear mother, grandmother, and sister, Teresa Lynn DuCharme Merriman, 59, flew up to heaven on the wings of angels to be encircled into God’s loving arms on Sept. 20, 2016. It goes without saying that we will miss her dearly, but we know she is finally […]
District officials discuss referendum proposal
Numerous presentations scheduled in the area through October By Tom Ganser Correspondent Nathan Jaeger, Business Manager for the Whitewater Unified School District, presented information on the district’s $23.5 million Facilities Referendum proposal L at last week’s Johnstown’s Town Board meeting. The referendum will be on the Nov. 8 ballot. “The […]
Tennis team showing its overall depth
By Kevin Cunningham Sports Correspondent On Sept. 15, the Whitewater High School girls tennis team got a rematch with East Troy after defeating them earlier this season. Whippets head coach Tim Nelson knew it would be a battle this time around, though, since East Troy was missing a couple of […]
