By Dave Fidlin Correspondent With assistance from an outside entity, Whitewater officials are hoping to find out what the city excels in, and where it can improve, in fostering small businesses within the community. The Community Development Authority on Nov. 21 discussed with City Manager Cameron Clapper the partnership, which […]
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A lot of helping hands
Badger High School Associate Principal Mike Giovingo, Gen Reed and Amy Peterburs Bittner organize pies for a recent school fundraiser to purchase an electric bike (E-Assist) for junior Brooks Guif, who is challenged by cerebral palsy. The bike is expected to aid Guif in getting to school, work and other […]
Alice in Dairyland opens Christmas tree season
Area students take part in tree-cutting event The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection and the 72nd Alice in Dairyland Abigail Martin joined area students at a special tree-cutting event in Walworth County recently. Fourth and fifth grade students from Walworth, Sharon, Fontana and Reek Elementary schools were […]
Holton Band, Elkhorn, to host holiday concert
By Heather Ruenz Staff Writer The Holton-Elkhorn Band is almost ready to host its annual Christmas concert and again will do so at Elkhorn Area High School. On Saturday, Dec. 14, at 7:30 p.m., the Holton-Elkhorn Band will take the stage in the James A. Wehner Auditorium at EAHS, which […]
Teen charged with stealing scooter
A warrant was issued Nov. 20 for the arrest of an Iowa teen charged with stealing a motor scooter from a Town of La Grange resident. Trevor Barnes, 17, of Des Moines, Iowa, was charged Nov. 19 in Walworth County Circuit Court with burglary of a building or dwelling, operating […]
Thanksgiving Dinner serves record number
By Heidi Schulz Staff Writer This year marked the 13th annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner With Friends. The event is coordinated by Chris and Patti Marsicano and led by many dedicated volunteers. The food is all paid for by donations and the turkeys are cooked by many local restaurants including: The […]
Agape homes to host open house
It’ll feature a Christmas gift bazaar, refreshments and an ornament tree By Heather Ruenz Staff Writer The Agape homes and schools for boys and girls in Walworth invite members of the greater community to stop in and celebrate the warmth and wonder of Christmas on Sunday. An open house will […]
Run for office
Local board seats on spring ballot By Tracy Ouellette SLN Staff Area residents have the opportunity to serve on the school and village boards with the upcoming spring election. Interested candidates can obtain nomination papers from the village and school district, which are due by 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7, […]
‘Tis the season for holiday fun
Christmas Card Town offering a flurry of activity By Heather Ruenz Staff Writer Elkhorn is referred to as Christmas Card Town for good reason. From the tree lighting and parade to a special Christmas Day meal, there is plenty going on to entertain the entire family and kids of all […]
Santa Train rides the rails
Annual holiday kick off set for Dec. 7 The East Troy Railroad’s Santa Parade Train rides the rails into downtown East Troy Saturday, Dec. 7. The annual train ride is presented by the East Troy Electric Railroad in conjunction with the East Troy Area Chamber of Commerce and Mukwonago Area […]
