By Tracy Ouellette Editor A handful of parents showed up at the June 9 East Troy Community Schools Board of Education meeting to protest the two-day suspension of a teacher for grabbing a student’s arm during class. District choir teacher Rodger Trader confirmed Friday, he was the teacher who was […]
Author: Tracy Ouellette
East Troy Cycling Classic creates quite a spectacle
Race under way, drivers beware of detours around village square The largest competitive cycling event in the United States, the Tour of America’s Dairyland, is in East Troy from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. today as a part of the 11-day series. The East Troy Cycling Classic features eight hours […]
GERALD R. KEPPEN
Gerald Richard Keppen, 81, of Palmyra, died June 6, 2014, at Waukesha Memorial Hospital. He was born on Aug. 28, 1932, to the late Walter and Lena Keppen. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving his country in the 10th Infantry Division. He married Karol Sue Stover on […]
Madison Scouts return to East Troy for spring training
The Madison Scouts drum and bugle corps, one of Drum Corps International’s world class performing units, is returning to East Troy from June 15 through June 20 for the conclusion of their annual spring training. Each year the Scouts develop a 10-minute field production that they will perform throughout North […]
Village Board approve full-time positions
By Tracy Ouellette Editor The East Troy Village Board Monday night approved full-time hours for two part-time employees. At Police Chief Alan Boyes’ recommendation, the board approved the promotion of Officer Joshua DeMeino from part time to full time. DeMeio has worked for the village since December of 2013. “He […]
Blast from the past
Vintage base ball season opens at Old World Vintage base ball at Old World Wisconsin, W372 S9727 Highway 67, Eagle, is the re-creation of the styles, speech, rules and terminology of the 1860s game. According to Old World’s website, it’s not only a competitive game, but a re-enactment of baseball […]
School District goes live with referendum survey
Public encouraged to attend listening session Monday By Tracy Ouellette Editor The East Troy Community School District went live with its referendum survey on its website last week. “Went live on Wednesday, with post cards delivered Thursday and Friday for all community members, to remind residents of survey and directing […]
EMILY YOCHUM
Emily Yochum, 101, of Whitewater, died May 24, 2014, at home. She, and her twin sister Florence Peterson were born to the late Florence and William Eustis on April 14, 1913, in Southington, Conn. She attended school in Plantsville, Conn., and graduated from Rider College in Trenton, N.J. Emily taught […]
Recognizing excellence
Distinguished Artists program brings student art to the community The Distinguished Artist Awards were presented to 16 East Troy Middle and High School students before the May 12 School Board meeting. The Distinguished artist awards are given to students who’s artwork has been selected by local businesses. In order to […]
Memorial Day weekend in East Troy
East Troy Corn & Brat Roast, Community-wide Rummage return Memorial Day observances in East Troy begin on Monday, May 26, with the annual parade which steps off from corner of Union Street and Beulah Avenue and proceeds east to the downtown square. A memorial program by American Legion Post 188 […]
