By Dave Fidlin Correspondent Although more specifics still need to be fleshed out, two high-profile spots within Whitewater will soon feature a local artist’s sculptures in prominent locations. The Common Council on Sept. 6 approved an agreement with Richard Taylor, an artist known for creating sculptures. Elected officials’ stamp approval […]
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UW-Whitewater to host ‘On the Homefront’ community conversations
Continuing Education Services and Young Auditorium recently began a series of programs that engage the community in conversations about military service at home. Events in the “On the Homefront” program will use letters, personal belongings, and historical artifacts from veterans and service members to reflect on how communities on the […]
Thanks, but no thanks
Village Board says no to committee volunteer By Tracy Ouellette SLN Staff The East Troy Village Board wasn’t even interested in voting on the appointment of Ben Beaird to the Airport Advisory Committee at it’s Sept. 19 meeting. Beaird expressed interest in filling the position left open when committee member […]
Keefe Kares’ fall celebration set for Sept. 30
Annual fundraiser to honor Open Arms Free Clinic Keefe Kares, the charitable branch of Keefe Real Estate, invites the public to share in its Fabulous Fall Celebration at the Walworth County Fairgrounds at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 30. The Fabulous Fall Celebration, which is honoring Elkhorn’s Open Arms […]
Down the river
Spectators watch as the small ducks make their way down the Honey Creek in the Kiwanis Club’s 18th annual duck race Saturday, Sept. 17. The winners of the small duck race were Julie Coen of East Troy, first; Kristy Jordan of East Troy, second; and Joel Parson of Waukesha, third. […]
District officials discuss referendum proposal
Numerous presentations scheduled in the area through October By Tom Ganser Correspondent Nathan Jaeger, Business Manager for the Whitewater Unified School District, presented information on the district’s $23.5 million Facilities Referendum proposal L at last week’s Johnstown’s Town Board meeting. The referendum will be on the Nov. 8 ballot. “The […]
Construction projects come in over, and under budget
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent Two of this year’s most notable capital improvement projects in Whitewater — reconstructing Center and George streets — resulted in two different tales when all was said and done. City officials, however, said they were pleased overall with both projects. The Center Street project, which also […]
4th Annual Discover Whitewater Series in the books
The Greater Whitewater Committee’s 4th Annual Discover Whitewater Series, held Sept. 18, featured a Half Marathon, Half Marathon Relay, 5k and W3’s Fit Kid Shuffle through the scenic City of Whitewater. On race day, the GWC and DWS planning committee were joined by 771 participants and 400 volunteers as well […]
Police department chaplain retires
By Michael S. Hoey Correspondent Delavan Police Chief Tim O’Neill recognized and presented a plaque Sept. 13 to the Rev. Mike Ida, who retired as chaplain for the City of Delavan Police Department after 11 years of service. Ida also retired as pastor of First Baptist Church in Delavan on […]
Scarecrow Fest
