Warhawks dance class members perform with the UW-Whitewater Dance Team during halftime at Saturday’s game that saw the Warhawks defeat the UW-Stout Blue Devils 55-13. Complete coverage of the game can be found in the Oct. 17 issue of the Whitewater Register. (Bob Mischka photo)
Author: Heather Ruenz
Local woman dies in crash Sunday
Whitewater man arrested for OWI-homicide A 40-year-old Whitewater woman and a 65-year-old Illinois man died Sunday in separate crashes in the towns of Whitewater and Darien. In the Town of Whitewater, Melissa J. Patrick, 40, was ejected from the sport utility vehicle she was driving when it rolled on Highway […]
Native American traditions passed on
By Tom Ganser Correspondent School traditions play an important part in fond memories of school days recalled years later, especially if they take part in a special activity that their parents also experienced. For seventh graders at Whitewater Middle School, Native American Day on Sept. 24 was a perfect example […]
Soccer boys improve to 9-1 in RVC
By David Paulsen Sports correspondent With a 2-0 victory over Jefferson Oct. 3, the Whitewater High School boys soccer team won its ninth Rock Valley Conference game out 10 decisions. Overall, the team is 12-3-3. Both Whippet goals were scored by Mark Cuevas. One goal came on a penalty kick, […]
Catholic schools walk to celebrate success
A new walk will be held on Saturday, Nov. 2 at 10 a.m. in Milwaukee. It’s aimed at celebrating the success of Catholic schools in southeastern Wisconsin while raising money to support tuition assistance at each school. According to organizers, the inaugural “Soles for Catholic Education” two-mile walk, being held […]
Sweet sound of music
WHS singers set to take stage tonight The Whitewater High School Vocal Music Department is in the final preparation stage for its first concert of the school year, set for 7:30 p.m. tonight, Oct. 16. The Mixed Chorus will kickoff the concert with a wide variety of selections including Vivaldi’s […]
Fairhaven Senior Services recognized
National Research Corporation announced recognition of 628 long-term care and senior living organizations with the 2012-2013 “Excellence in Action” awards. Fairhaven Senior Services of Whitewater has once again been recognized. This honor recognizes post-acute organizations that achieve the highest levels of satisfaction excellence by scoring in the top 10 percent […]
Whippets come out strong against McFarland
The Whippet volleyball team took the first set from the second placed team in the conference, McFarland on Tuesday. The Whippets came out firing in the first set and upset McFarland in set 1. Unfortunately, although playing well, the Whippets couldn’t hang on to sets 2, 3, and 4. Coach […]
WHS grads present research projects
By Tom Ganser Correspondent Whitewater High School graduates Hannah Renninger (2011) and Kelby Shaw (2008) are living proof that high quality research and creative projects aren’t just reserved for master’s or doctoral degree students. Renninger and Shaw were among 46 University of Wisconsin-Whitewater undergraduate students displaying the results of their […]
Whippet netters finish season 12-10
By David Paulsen Sports correspondent Losing three of the winningest tennis players in school history after last season, and with a major shakeup in who is playing what position, the Whitewater High School girls tennis team knew this would be a rebuilding year. “With not one person playing in the […]
