By Dave Fidlin Correspondent A proposed document, outlining a code of ethics and conduct for the Whitewater University Technology Park and Whitewater Incubation Program, has raised concerns from members of the board of directors overseeing the city’s Community Development Authority (CDA). From the onset, the CDA has been intricately involved […]
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Badger FFA awarded at national convention
The Lake Geneva Badger FFA members joined more than 62,000 other FFA members, advisors and guests at the 86th National FFA Convention in Louisville, Ky., Oct. 30 to Nov. 2. The chapter received the Three-Star National Chapter Award on stage during Thursday’s afternoon session. Badger FFA representatives President Josh Kundert […]
Geneva Lake Art Association announces ‘out-of-gallery’ exhibits
The Geneva Lake Art Association’s members exhibit works in their own gallery and show their work in local establishments each month. The GLAA will sponsor these “out-of-gallery” exhibits in November: • BMO Harris Bank, 410 Broad St., will display the artwork of Ken Cottingham; • LilyPots Florist, 605 Main St., […]
Foundation’s Taste at the Lake fundraiser is Friday
The Delavan-Darien School District Foundation is inviting community members to a fundraising event at the Delavan Lake Yacht Club that will benefit its scholarship programs. The event, “Taste at the Lake,” features signature appetizers and beverages from local establishments including Greenie’s Clubhouse at Delbrook Golf Course, Brick Street Market, Brown […]
Section of Highway 14 to close for utility work
A portion of Highway 14 between the villages of Walworth and Darien will be closed Nov. 7 to 17 to accommodate utility work, according to state transportation officials. The section of Highway 14 between county roads O and K is scheduled to close Thursday to allow crews to work on […]
Celebrating 50 years on the square
East Troy hair salon marks a half-century serving the public By Tracy Ouellette Editor Magic Touch Hair Styling in East Troy is celebrating its 50th birthday this month. It is the longest-running business on the Historic Downtown Square with the original owner, Kathleen Omsgaard. The hair salon, which started under […]
School Board opts for lower tax levy
By Kellen Olshefski Staff Writer The East Troy Schools Board of Education voted unanimously in favor of a .41 percent tax levy for its 2013-14 budget at its Oct. 28 meeting. Business Manager Katherine Zwirgzdas brought to options before the board Monday night, stating overall the message is good. Originally […]
Elkhorn voters flood polls in favor of new swimming pool
City Council expected to consider matter at Nov. 18 meeting Elkhorn residents on Tuesday overwhelmingly voted in favor of a non-binding referendum that allows city officials to spend up to $3.5 million to replace the swimming facility at Sunset Park. A total of 1,379 Elkhorn residents (29.3 percent of registered […]
Casual Joe’s 2 facing opposition
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent A group of concerned Whitewater citizens are not planning to welcome a local restaurateur into the neighborhood. City officials are in the process of reviewing a rezoning request from applicant Tyler Salisbery, who is seeking approval to convert a parcel at 319 W. James St. from […]
Improvements to sewer system under way
By Vicky Wedig Editor The Delavan Lake Sanitary District is in the midst of repairs and updates intended to improve the efficiency of its sanitary sewer system. There’s a lot of projects that we can’t procrastinate any longer,” said DLSD Administrator James DeLuca. Dam repair The Sanitary District is […]