UW-Extension is offering a program for local farmers planning and preparing for the future of their farm business in the context of current challenging economic conditions. “Your Farm Future: A blueprint to move your farm forward” will be held later this month in Burlington. The world of agriculture is always […]
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Leading the fun
The UW Marching Band under the direction of Michael Leckrone (above) perform at Delavan-Darien High School March 3 as a fundraiser for the DDHS band program. See more photos in the March 7 Delavan Enterprise. (Mike Hoey photo)
Candidates Forum slated for Walworth
The Interested Citizens of Walworth group will host a Village of Walworth Candidates Forum two weeks prior to the spring election. The forum will be held 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., on Tuesday March 19 in the meeting room at the Walworth Memorial Library, 121 Beloit St. in Walworth. Elizabeth Lochner […]
Getting chili
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 […]
Lake Geneva man charged in overdose death
By Vicky Wedig Correspondent A preliminary hearing is scheduled for March 11 for a Lake Geneva man charged with homicide in the overdose death of a man in September. Andrew C. Hayes, 34, was charged Feb. 19 in Walworth County Circuit Court with first-degree reckless homicide as a party to […]
Local educator honored for leadership
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 […]
Woman allegedly bilked money from employer
An initial appearance is scheduled for March 14 for a Mukwonago woman charged with taking more than $31,000 from her Whitewater employer. Samantha D. Rodriguez, 33, was charged Feb. 14 in Walworth County Circuit Court with theft in a business setting of $10,000 to $100,000. According to the criminal complaint, […]
Lake Geneva church to have St. Patrick’s Day celebration
Holy Communion Episcopal Church, 320 Broad St., Lake Geneva, will host its seventh annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration and Dinner at 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 16. Holy Communion enjoys honoring the holiday with a traditional feast of corned beef and cabbage with all the trimmings, Irish soda bread and […]
EMS devices at traffic signals in Elkhorn on hold
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 […]
Buzz at the bee
Students from Star Center Elementary School, Eastview Elementary School and Lake Geneva Middle School participated in the district spelling bee Feb. 6. Left: Spelling bee winners included fourth-grader Liam Finley (from left), third place; sixth-grader Marques Henson, fourth place; eighth-grader Crete Slattery, first place; and fifth-grader Sophia Liontas, second place. […]
