Area Rotary Clubs unite efforts for regional domestic abuse support center For the first time, Rotary Clubs throughout Walworth County are joining forces to help raise funds and awareness for an important cause that affects people of all ages countywide – domestic violence. Dancing for a New Beginning will […]

But there are concerns about potential location in Elkhorn By Cathy Kozlowicz Correspondent While the community appears to be divided on where a domestic shelter may end up in Elkhorn, people are united about the importance of such a facility. “It is the location that is the problem,” said Elkhorn […]

At the Nick Van Dyke Memorial Shamrock Shuffle, held last Saturday at Lauderdale Landing, members of the greater community and beyond once again showed up to support the cause, which this year will include a donation to the Elkhorn Area High School FFA in memory of Nick Sergi, a local […]

Area chambers and the Walworth County Economic Development Alliance recently continued the Driving Forces series. The first event in this year’s series was held at Elkhorn Area High School Feb. 19 and focused on retail. Walworth County has a significant amount of retail between its unique shops, attractions, golf course, […]

By Kellen Olshefski Correspondent The City of Elkhorn Municipal Services and Utilities Committee opted in favor of recommending the full Council support a reorganization of department of public works staffing at its meeting Monday. City of Elkhorn Public Works Operations Manager Matt Lindstrom said he has been discussing the topic […]

By Chad Hensiak Correspondent The Walworth County Fairground is a non-profit organization on a 90-acre plot in Elkhorn containing a heated activity center, barns, historic buildings, a racetrack, campgrounds and more. As general manager to the fairgrounds, Larry Gaffey is always looking for new ways to raise money for the […]

It will cost roughly $1,400 more this year By Kellen Olshefski Corrrespondent The City of Elkhorn Common Council voted unanimously in favor of approving spending an additional 13 percent on fireworks for this year’s July 4 fireworks display at its meeting Monday night. The cost for the city to light […]

At the Chili & Soup Cook Off Feb. 28 at Elkhorn Area Middle School, Lisa Koss and Mindy Binnie greet guests at the door. The Elkhorn Autism Support Team presented the event, sponsored by Frank’s Piggly Wiggly and Culver’s. It also featured a live auction and 50/50 raffle. See more […]

EAMS principal has been a student advocate since he attended EAHS By Cathy Kozlowicz Correspondent One of Middle School Principal Bryan Frost’s memories about his days as a student at Elkhorn Area High School revolves around being a voice for others. His high school leadership consisted of being class president […]

By Kellen Olshefski Correspondent Councilmembers opted in favor of holding off on the installation of emergency vehicle preemption devices at the two traffic signals at the Interstate 43 and Highway 67 intersections at a Committee of the Whole meeting Monday. The decision came after learning the Department of Transportation said […]