‘Tween Talk’ happens in Whitewater By Tom Ganser Correspondent A dozen Whitewater Middle School students gathered at Irvin L. Young Memorial Library Oct. 13 for the first “Tween Talk.” Held in the library’s media center, the talk was lead by Torrie Thomas, programming and makerspace librarian, and Deana Rolfsmeyer, youth […]
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More delays to Borg Stadium project
By Michael S. Hoey Correspondent The Delavan-Darien School Board received an update about construction delays to the Borg Stadium project on Nov. 8. The project was scheduled to be completed in October but will now be completed next spring or summer. The project to renovate Borg Stadium and build new […]
Honoring our veterans
Elkhorn played host to a number of Veterans Day events Thursday, Nov. 11. There was a parade, Elkhorn Area High School held an event that included a meal, speakers and recognition of veterans, and the Walworth County Historical Society held its annual Veterans Day program. Elkhorn VFW 6375 member Grant […]
Planning continues for City of Elkhorn admin position
Timeline, potential testing of candidates among items discussed By Kellen Olshefski Correspondent At its Nov. 1 meeting, the City of Elkhorn Common Council further discussed the timeline and steps toward selecting a new city administrator, with City Administrator James Heilman set to retire in April 2022. Mayor Bruce Lechner said […]
WHS Players to present ‘Footloose’
By Tom Ganser Correspondent Regardless of age, most if not all who attend will likely cut loose as the Whitewater High School Players burst onto the stage with the movie musical “Footloose” next week. Based on the 1984 film, this Oscar and Tony-nominated top 40 score aims to keep audiences […]
Learn about serving on the County Board
Walworth County Administrator Mark Luberda will hold an informational meeting for interested residents and potential candidates who would like to learn more about the duties and responsibilities of County Board Supervisors. The meeting will be at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 17, in County Board Room No. 114 at the […]
LWV to host program on climate change
The League of Women Voters-Whitewater Area invites the public to attend a virtual presentation, “Practical Climate Change Solutions for a Better Future,” at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 18. The virtual program will feature Dr. John Frye, associate professor of geography, geology and environmental science at the University of Wisconsin […]
A time to reflect
The splashes of color along the shore of still water on Comus show off Mother Nature’s art show, which was on full display last week in the Delavan Memorial Arboretum, which is off of North Terrace Street (Dam Road.) (Heidi Schulz photo)
DDSD board approves budget and levy
By Michael S. Hoey Correspondent The Delavan-Darien School Board approved the 2021-22 budget and tax levy on Oct. 28. The board approved a levy of $16.3 million, down 8.09 percent from last year. That translates to a mill rate of $763 per $100,000 of property value. The tax levy is […]
EAHS to perform ‘All Together Now’
Musical a global event that celebrates local theatre Elkhorn Area High School officials recently announced the upcoming production of Music Theatre International’s “All Together Now!’ a global event celebrating local theatre this weekend. Performances will take place at 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Nov. 12 and 13, in the James […]
