Elkhorn Area High School choirs and bands recently held annual holiday concerts at the school. Though they had a different look this year, from the students wearing masks to social distancing guidelines being observed where necessary, guests report it was great to be able to hear them show off their […]
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If you light it, they will come
Let It Glow event deemed a success by organizers By Heather Ruenz Staff Writer Let It Glow, a new event created for the greater community this holiday season was a success because countless people stepped up, according to organizers. The first-ever Let It Glow was held the evening of Dec. […]
Kunes donates vehicle to Seeds Of Hope
The van will help with field trips, Meals on Wheels and more The Kunes Family Foundation recently teamed up with Seeds Of Hope, a local nonprofit organization in Elkhorn, which “plants possibilities” for adults with developmental and other disabilities. Seeds Of Hope was the recipient of a transit, 15-passenger van […]
A reason to run every day
By Chris Bennett Correspondent Chris Carstens knows what it’s like to be chased by birds … and dogs. He knows the feeling of being heckled, and of almost being run off the road. Carstens, who lives in Elkhorn, is not a pariah. He’s a father, a churchgoer, and a special […]
Helping kids build homes, learn skills
Elkhorn YouthBuild seeks to foster growth while assisting families By Kellen Olshefski Correspondent One of the programs at the Career and College Academy seeks to not only build homes for area families in need, but also help local students experience the construction process thanks to partnerships with seasoned professionals. According […]
‘People have been very kind’
Community steps up for Elkhorn Food Pantry By Heather Ruenz Staff Writer Jeanie Raidl has been a staple at the Elkhorn Food Pantry for years and said in spite of the challenges the pandemic has brought, people have stepped up to help the organization. “It was tough for a while […]
What a view!
The 39th Annual Christmas Card Town Parade in Elkhorn makes its way through the downtown from the Walworth County Fairgrounds on Dec. 5. Members of the Walworth County Craftsmen float stand high atop a lift after taking the time to stop and do a little cleaning of street signs at […]
On stage
The Elkhorn Area High School drama department finally was able to perform when it presented Legally Blonde the Musical recently. Shown taking center stage during a recent performance, are, from the left: Kylie Battistella, Alana Gerhardt, Olivia Loundes, Kirsten Siendenburg-Sis, Jacob Mertes, Katie Duwe and Dwyane Arnold. See more photos […]
‘The moon and the stars’
Area girl offers lesson in gratitude through library project By Heather Ruenz Staff Writer The disruption by the coronavirus pandemic can be difficult to measure but amidst the chaos and the new – hopefully temporary – way of life has also led to some creative thinking. Libraries, which have grown […]
Alternative High School takes new pathway
Changes will lead to more opportunities for area students By Kellen Olshefski Correspondent The Walworth County Education Alternative High School underwent a rebranding this year to the Career and College Academy with the hopes of providing area students with more opportunities in the future. According to CCA principal Kelly Demerath, […]
