At Elkhorn Ribfest, held July 15 through July 18 at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, a slew of barbecue rib competitors and other food vendors were part of the draw for a crowd throughout much of the four-day festival. Ribfest also featured live entertainment, carnival rides and a variety of vendors. […]

Walworth County continues to fight and recover from a trying year and, according to Tammy Dunn, Executive Director of the United Way of Walworth County, many are still struggling. “We have seen an increase in food insecurity, loss of income and housing, declining health, rising substance abuse, violence and unrest. […]

By Kellen Olshefski Correspondent The City of Elkhorn Common Council voted 6-0 in favor of approving a task order for the replacement of the Getzen Street water main at its July 6 meeting. At the meeting, Utility Director John Murphy said the city had been waiting to replace the water […]

The Southern Wakes United Water Ski Show Team performs on Elkhorn Lake in Babe Mann Park at a recent show. Upcoming shows include: Lauderdale Landing – Friday, July 23, at 6 p.m.; Scenic Ridge Campground on Whitewater Lake – July 31, at 7 p.m.; and Elkhorn Lake in Babe Mann […]

By Kellen Olshefski Correspondent The City of Elkhorn Common Council voted in favor of creating a memorandum of understanding for the shared use of the city’s generator between the Walworth County Historical Society and the Elkhorn Area Fire Department. City Administrator Jim Heilman said at Monday’s meeting while the city […]

Undercover investigator eventually kills suspect SLN staff Updated to include the identity of Anthony Griger, the 22-year-old victim from Elkhorn. Tragedy struck twice at two separate Racine County gas stations Tuesday morning, leaving two people dead, and an undercover Sheriff’s official hospitalized with injuries. Racine County Sheriff Christopher Schmaling, in […]

County to provide mobile screenings, education and vaccinations Walworth County’s Department of Health and Human Services will be coming to a neighborhood near you with its new mobile health unit. Designed to offer a range of health and wellness education and direct services, the Walworth County Mobile Health Hub will […]

At the City of Elkhorn’s Star Spangled Spectacular, members of the Holton-Elkhorn Band take the stage where they performed a variety of patriotic tunes for the large crowd gathered at Sunset Park. See more photos in the July 8 Independent. (Dave Dresdow photo)

It’s an effort to replenish reserve funds, city administrator says By Kellen Olshefski Correspondent The City of Elkhorn Common Council voted 6-0 in favor of increasing solid waste and recycling fees by $1.50 at its June 21 meeting, an action aimed at replenishing reserves after fees failed to cover the […]