By Tyler Lamb Editor The Walworth County Finance Committee denied a request Sept. 19 by County Administrator David Bretl to assist with funding for an additional prosecutor. Last month, in his presentation of the county’s budget, Bretl included funding for an assistant district attorney for an 18-month period. Nevertheless, four […]
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Flier about school threats was inaccurate
Former Walworth man made suicidal comments in jail two months ago By Vicky Wedig Staff Writer Information that “went viral” last week about a Walworth County man threatening to kill school children and himself is two months old and inaccurate, according to officials. Walworth County Sheriff’s Capt. Scot McClory said […]
Village holding open house events Saturday
The Village of East Troy is sponsoring an open house for all departments from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5. The public is invited to attend, ask questions, get the “behind the scenes” tours and chat with employees and Village Board members. Refreshments will be served. There […]
New youth center opens
Delavan native refurbishes former furniture store for teen hang-out By Michael S. Hoey Correspondent The “I Don’t Know Where to Be” Youth Center opened to the public in downtown Delavan at 123 Park Place on Sept. 13. The open house drew a steady stream of kids eager to see what […]
Authorities seeking tips in 1982 murder
By Tyler Lamb Editor Tips are being sought in the case of a woman who was abducted and found dead in 1982. Walworth County authorities are working with the Dane County Sheriff’s Office on the case of Barbara Nelson. Nelson, 34, was abducted from her job at a gas station […]
Chiefs roll to 63-0 win over Beloit Turner
By Dan Truttschel Sports Correspondent While nobody associated with the Big Foot football team would admit it, there was little to any chance visiting Beloit Turner could pull off a miracle upset Friday night. And after the first quarter, that chance was exactly nil. Big Foot, the state’s top-ranked Division […]
School district to promote resiliency in Sept. 30 program
We will overcome By Kellen Olshefski Staff Writer Looking towards promoting the ability to bounce back and thrive, the Elkhorn Area School District is preparing for a Sept. 30 program about resiliency. Resilience, the ability allowing a person, group or community to become strong, healthy or successful again after something […]
Students to tour manufacturing facilities
Students from Elkhorn Area, Delavan-Darien and Badger high school will have a chance to tour three to four manufacturing facilities in their area during Manufacturing Day on Oct. 4. The Walworth County Economic Development Alliance and the Walworth County Job Center are teaming up with schools and companies to host […]
Two car crash closes intersection
A crash involving two cars closed the intersection of U.S. Highway 12 and Middlelake Drive. The crash occurred around 12:30 p.m. Walworth County Sheriff’s officials said everyone involved was taken to the hospital but the extent of all the injuries is not yet known. Officials are still looking into the cause of […]
Village cancels service contract for water tower
Land purchase for fire station approved By Michael S. Hoey Correspondent The Darien Village Board voted Sept. 16 to terminate its service contract with Utility Service Co. for maintenance of its water tower on Oak Street. The board discussed terminating the contract Aug. 19 meeting but tabled the issue and […]
