Woman’s jaw broken in two places By Vicky Wedig Staff Writer A status conference is scheduled for March 9 for an Elkhorn man who is suspected of throwing a hammer through a car window, injuring his girlfriend. Jonathan M. Taylor, 21, was charged Dec. 29 in Walworth County Circuit Court […]
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New plans for Tasch
Committee reviewing new, potentially better option for city parks By Kellen Olshefski Editor A bit of a change-up from what the committee had previously approved to be sent out for bids, members of the Elkhorn Municipal Services and Utilities Committee took a look at a new option for Elkhorn’s Tasch […]
Committee opts for J&M Displays to handle fireworks
By Kellen Olshefski Editor The Elkhorn Finance and Judicial Committee sided in favor of J&M Displays, Inc., Monday night when the topic of this year’s fireworks display once again came to the table. The committee had previously been in conversations with Bartolotta Fireworks, Inc., in attempt to figure out where […]
Names file in for spring election
By Kellen Olshefski Editor With Tuesday being the deadline for candidates to file nomination papers and a declaration of candidacy for seats on the City of Elkhorn Common Council, it seems the ballot will see at least two contested races, with one seat empty and seeking a replacement. City of […]
Police investigating officer-involved shooting in Town of Geneva
By Kellen Olshefski Editor Based on reports from various new agencies throughout the area, police are investigating an officer-involved shooting in the Town of Geneva. According to reports, police were called to the area of Lincoln Drive and Gooseberry Road shortly after 5 p.m. Friday. FOX6 News is reporting police […]
Subject in custody following active police presence in Elkhorn
By Kellen Olshefski Editor A subject is in custody after police asked residents to avoid Elkhorn’s Jackson Creek subdivision because of an active police scene Monday evening. Around 5 p.m. Monday night, the Elkhorn Police Department posted on its Facebook page that it was at an active police scene […]
High schoolers take on tone chimes
New musical ensemble formed at high school through collaboration with elementary school, group hopes to continue with own set in the future By Kellen Olshefski Editor A new music ensemble from Elkhorn Area High School debuted itself this holiday season, performing at not only the school’s holiday concert, but also […]
Committee discussing beekeeping
Committee looks to further investigate possibility of allowing beekeeping in the city By Kellen Olshefski Editor The City of Elkhorn Legislative and Regulatory Committee continued discussion regarding an ordinance that would allow and regulate beekeeping within city limits at its meeting last Thursday. Looking at several drafts of ordinances from […]
Citizens speak on alcohol ordinance
Committee reviewing language of city’s current ordinances regarding sale of alcohol By Kellen Olshefski Editor Owners and managers of Elkhorn establishments showed up again Dec. 17 when the City of Elkhorn Legislative and Regulatory Committee continued discussions on the city’s ordinances relating to the sale of liquor, beer and hard […]
Jury trial set for shooter facing drug charges
By Kellen Olshefski Editor A 23-year-old Janesville man originally arrested for allegedly shooting a 19-year-old Elkhorn man in June is set to appear for a jury trial on Feb. 1 and 2 in Walworth County Circuit Court for two drug charges. Bradley Kochell, previously of 123 W. Hidden Trail, #204, […]
