‘Stepping Stones to Care’ Oct. 26 at Chapel on the Hill Family caregivers, professionals and members of the greater community are invited to attend the 2018 Walworth County Dementia Conference Oct. 26 at Chapel on the Hill, Lake Geneva. The conference, hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association and Memory, Mind & […]
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Homecoming for Bulldogs
Williams Bay High School Principal William White keeps an eye on the flag as sophomores Julian Klein, Raul Rojas and Jaden Randell work toward victory in tug of war last Friday, wrapping up a week of homecoming activities for the Bulldogs. See more photos in the Oct. 19 Times/Reporter. […]
Delavan-Darien district deems homecoming successful
By Michael S. Hoey Correspondent The Delavan-Darien School District made great efforts at bringing homecoming back to what it used to be this year, according to district officials. District Administrator Jill Sorbie told the School Board on Oct. 8 that in her opinion the event was significantly improved. Sorbie said […]
Open for business
Tom Oehler (left), of Mukwonago, and Tom Getzen, of Elkhorn, enjoy a barbecue lunch at the LD’s BBQ in East Troy. Pitmaster Leon Davis opened his new restaurant at 2511 Main St. Wednesday and has seen large crowds for lunch and dinner over the past couple of days.
Man shot by Walworth County deputy
Suspect dies at scene following vehicle pursuit A pursuit that began in Waukesha County last night came to an end in Elkhorn when a man was shot by a Walworth County deputy and died at the scene, according to officials. The suspect vehicle had been called in as driving recklessly […]
This week in the East Troy News…
The East Troy Village Board discussed plans to turn the old East Troy Lake area into a community park at Monday night’s board meeting. Also in this week’s edition, Holiday Help of East Troy kicks off its annual donation drive to help local families. In sports, the East Troy High […]
Zombie Bowl to benefit Alzheimer’s Association
Roll into fall and the Halloween season at once by participating in the Zombie Bowl Saturday at Delavan Lanes. The event, which will benefit the Alzheimer’s Association, will be at 2 p.m., Oct. 20. The registration fee of $15 per person will include two hours of bowling, shoe rental, a […]
150 years for Heyer
Heyer True Value Hardware, Walworth, which has been family-owned since 1868, celebrates its 150th anniversary Oct. 6-7. Commemorating the anniversary are, from the left, (front row) Spencer Majerus, sixth generation; Fred Koenig, Reineman’s, Burlington; John Hartmann, True Value president and CEO; Shirley Heyer, fourth generation owner; Mary Heyer, fifth […]
Beer and Spirits Festival set for Oct. 27
Nei-Turner Media Group will have its ninth annual Beer and Spirits Festival from 1 to 5 p.m. Oct. 27 at The Ridge Hotel in Lake Geneva. This year will feature Halloween tricks and treats, unlimited tastings from 35 Midwest craft breweries and distilleries, music by DJ Felix Entertainment, a photo […]
Gateway to host fire, EMS recruitment event
The Gateway Technical College Fire Program is partnering with fire departments throughout Kenosha, Racine, and Walworth counties to recruit new firefighters and emergency medical technicians. Gateway will host a recruitment event on Saturday, Oct. 20, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the HERO Center, 380 McCanna Parkway, Burlington. Participants […]
