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News from throughout Walworth County

Whitewater

Special gathering

At Whitewater Middle School’s Veterans Day assembly on Monday, veterans and their families enjoy breakfast treats and conversation. Students created thank you cards for the veterans and Cory Newmann, of Whitewater and an Iraq War veteran who serves in the Wisconsin Army National Guard as a major in the Military […]

Lake Geneva area

Lake Geneva FD receives Purple Angel designation

The Lake Geneva Fire Department was awarded the Purple Angel designation that signifies a dementia-friendly organization. Members of the fire department and emergency medical technicians participated in the first responders training provided by Bonnie Beam-Stratz of the Alzheimer’s Association and the Dementia Friendly Community Initiative-Walworth County. The award was presented […]

Elkhorn

With respect and honor

Veterans treated to special day at EAHS By Heather Ruenz SLN staff The veterans entered the gymnasium at Elkhorn Area High School last Friday morning at varying paces. Some walked on their own accord, others with a cane or assistance while a few were pushed in wheelchairs – all of […]

East Troy

This week in the East Troy News…

The East Troy School Board heard concerns from a few residents about school security at Monday night’s board meeting after recent incidents at the high school. The Salvation Army is looking for bell ringers to help out in East Troy and the county. The All-Rock Valley Conference teams for volleyball, […]

East Troy

Christmas Trains ride the rails again

Reservations needed for the popular trip to Santa’s Workshop Christmas Trains at the East Troy Railroad Museum begin running again on Saturdays and Sundays Nov. 24 through Dec. 16. The fun, family friendly rides take passengers from the East Troy Depot, 2002 Church St., to Santa’s Workshop at the Elegant […]

East Troy

East Troy School District seeks feedback in survey

The East Troy Community School District is reaching out to all district residents in November with a community-wide survey regarding district operations, educational facility needs, and overall satisfaction. To assist in the process, School Perceptions, an independent educational research firm has been hired to conduct the survey and ensure all […]

Delavan

Lioness’ Pajama-Rama Saturday

The Delavan Lioness Club will have its annual Pajama-Rama from 9:30 a.m. to noon Saturday at Old National Bank, 500 E. Walworth St. New pajamas for children of all ages will be distributed.  Pajamas will go to New Beginnings APFV, formerly the Association for Prevention of Family Violence; Twin Oaks […]

Walworth-Fontana area

’13 The Musical’ in the Bay

Community members are invited to see Williams Bay High School’s presentation of “13 The Musical” at 7 p.m., Friday at Saturday, Nov. 16 and 17. Above; Ericka Rath, Genevieve Paur (Lucy), Kylie Monroe (Kendra), Monica Paur, Caitlin Thies (Molly) and Addison Vlastnik (Cassie) act out a cheerleading practice scene in […]

Elkhorn

A spoonful of talent

Elkhorn Area High School will present Mary Poppins the Musical at 7 p.m., tonight and Saturday, Nov. 16 and 17 in the James A. Wehner Auditorium located at EAHS. Advanced tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the high school office or online at classmunity.com. Tickets can be purchased […]