New state-budget plans to borrow almost $1 billion–or about one in six dollars spent–to pay for state transportation programs over the next two years is one of several warning signs the Wisconsin Taxpayers Alliance (WISTAX) cites in a just-released report, “Wisconsin’s Transportation Funding Dilemma.” Now celebrating its 81st year, WISTAX […]
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DPW approves improvements to County Judicial Center
By Kellen Olshefski Staff Writer The Walworth County Department of Public Works approved bid specifications for Court Security improvements at the Walworth County Judicial Center at its July 15 meeting. According to County Administrator David Bretl, a U.S. Marshall went through the courthouse last year at their request and the […]
Fran Achen Photography Competition winners announced
Exhibit open at Cultural Arts Center until July 28 Winners of the Fran Achen Photography Competition were announced on Sunday, July 14 at the Whitewater Arts Alliance’s Cultural Arts Center. The winners in the following categories include: Youth 1.) Butterfly – Johnny Stutzman 2.) Maid of the Mist –Johnny […]
Elkhorn councilman announces bid for mayor
By Bob Peryea Correspondent Elkhorn has received its first mayoral candidate for the 2014 spring elections. Alderman Brian Olson announced he would be running for mayor during the spring election cycle. In an earlier announcement, Mayor Howie Reynolds informed the Independent he would not be seeking re-election to another […]
Abbie Patrick named Miss Whitewater
By Tom Ganser Correspondent Whitwater’s Fourth of July Family Festival started out in high gear with the second annual Miss Whitewater Pageant. This year’s pageant, under the direction of Elizabeth Bols, included 22 contestants in four age categories. Mini Miss Whitewater (ages 5-7): Ontaya Shephard, Bella Thiele, Leah Newmann and […]
Auditions to be held for Missoula Children’s Theatre performance
The auditions for Missoula Children’s Theatre’s production of “Beauty Lou and the Country Beast” will be held on Monday, Aug. 12 from 4-6 p.m. at Young Auditorium, 900 W. Main St., on the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater campus. There are roles for children entering first grade (age 5 and older) through […]
Elkhorn church nurturing growth and comfort for area teens
By Kellen Olshefski Staff Writer An Elkhorn site formerly specializing in the growth of plants and flowers is under new management and focusing on a different kind of growth. Located across from the Walworth County Fairgrounds at 420 E. Court St., members of Southern Lakes Evangelical Free Church are offering […]
Walworth County Relay For Life set for July 19
The Walworth County Relay For Life event will be held July 19 at the Walworth County Fairgrounds in Elkhorn, with opening ceremony at 6 p.m. This year’s theme is “Dance Away Cancer.” Honorary Survivors, and sisters, Darcie Henriott and Debbie Kenyon will lead off the opening lap as the 100th […]
The Colors of Nature
Long and McPhail photographs to be featured exhibit at the CAC The Cultural Arts Center, 402 W. Main St. will feature the photographs of two Whitewater Arts Alliance board members from Aug. 10 to Sept. 8. The exhibit includes landscape, nature, and abstract photographs by Everett Long and Mark Lawrence […]
Council approves new lease with Greenie’s
Golf course restaurant operator will not be responsible for building maintenance By Michael S. Hoey Correspondent The Delavan Common Council on July 9 approved a 10-year lease extension with George Greenwood to continue operating Greenie’s Restaurant at Delbrook Golf Course. Negotiations grew contentious as the city’s Finance Committee, based on […]
