By Dave Fidlin Correspondent Although no formal directives have been given, a review of housing stock throughout Whitewater remains high on the minds of an appointed group overseeing land development and related issues. In recent months, members of the city’s Plan and Architectural Review Commission have been discussing the possibility […]
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Authors on the beach
Francis Landi, an author of books about the Frank Lloyd Wright homes around Delavan Lake, visits with DW Rozelle, author of “The Kid who Climbed the Tarzan Tree,” during Beachside Authorfest in Library Park in Lake Geneva on July 14. (Penny Gruetzmacher photo)
Bird in Walworth County tests positive for West Nile
A red-tailed hawk found in Walworth County on July 13 has tested positive for West Nile virus. This is the first bird that tested positive for West Nile virus in Walworth County since surveillance for the mosquito-transmitted virus began May 1, according to the Walworth County Division of Public Health. […]
Meeting set for Highway 67 resurfacing
DOT will discuss proposed plans for project in Williams Bay The Wisconsin Department of Transportation will host a public involvement meeting next week to discuss the proposed resurfacing of Highway 67 in the Village of Williams Bay. The purpose of the project is to extend the service life of the […]
A special night for Elkhorn baseball
‘Old’ guys edge out young Elks in annual alumni game By Heather Ruenz Staff Writer Last week the Elkhorn baseball program held its 2nd annual alumni game, which was entertaining in and of itself. But the most memorable moment for many present was a special ceremony to honor Roger Larsen […]
Resale shop to close after nine years in business
Chris Ann’s Helping Hands will close its doors Aug. 25 after nine year in business and seven years at it current Lake Geneva location. According to Chris Ann’s, its lease will expire at the end of August and an increase in monthly rent will prohibit supporting the store’s mission. Chris […]
Fire destroys Perkins’ kitchen
By Vicky Wedig Editor The kitchen of Perkins restaurant in Delavan was destroyed by fire early Monday. A passer-by noticed smoke coming from the roof of the restaurant when it was closed at about 3 a.m. Monday, said Delavan police and fire Chief Tim O’Neill. Police arrived and confirmed that […]
Conservation work group announces meeting schedule
Farmers, landowners, organizations, agencies encouraged to attend The U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service in Wisconsin has announced the schedule for 2018 local working group meetings. Eighteen meetings will be held across Wisconsin in August to gather input and help set priorities for U.S. Department of Agriculture conservation […]
Sharon native pens book for grieving parents
By Heather Ruenz Editor Christy Wopat’s captivating memoir about her hopes, her dreams, her loss, her grief, and ultimately, her healing, is a poignantly powerful and brutally honest account of what happens when tragedy hits. Wopat, a native of Sharon whose maiden name is Furman, recently released her book, “Almost […]
VIP golf outing raises nearly $120K
The annual golf outing to benefit VIP Services, Inc. raised nearly $120,000. It was held June 25 at Big Foot Country Club in Fontana and kicked off with a welcome from co-chair Cherie Ackman. Funds were raised through sponsorships, participant entry fees, raffle ticket sales and a wine cork pull, […]
