Big Foot Recreation’s Trunk or Treat event last Saturday brought kids of all ages out for treats, games and more. Fisher and Gavin Connolly, 4-year-old cousins, stop by the FFA area where they held out their “hands” for treats, which opened into their bags. See more photos in the Oct. […]
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Whitewater’s ‘White Elephant building’ could be overhauled
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent A high-profile building in the heart of Whitewater could soon receive a refresh in a plan that could include a matching grant from the state. The Common Council on Oct. 20 voted unanimously in favor of a resolution that gives city officials the authority to submit […]
Fall fun
Among the many features at Lake Lawn Resort’s Oktoberfest event Oct. 17 were wagon rides throughout the grounds, scarecrows lining the sidewalk, and a pumpkin patch. There was also a contest to guess the weight of a large pumpkin, an area for pumpkin decorating and a variety of other family […]
Embracing epilepsy
Area student-athlete looks to help others By Jason Arndt Staff Writer Dillyn Ivey is an intimidating and imposing presence on the volleyball and basketball courts. Ivey, an Elkhorn Area High School senior, stands 6-foot-4 and even strikes fear in some of her closest volleyball teammates such as junior Macy Rocha. […]
School earns ‘grief sensitive’ designation
Walworth Jt. School District #1 has been designated a “Grief-Sensitive School” by the New York Life Foundation, receiving a $500 grant to help create a bereavement support plan and encourage ongoing staff development as part of the national Grief-Sensitive Schools Initiative. Schools confront issues of grief and loss every day: […]
Palmyra Public Safety awarded for innovate approach
The Wisconsin Policy Forum, a nonpartisan and nonprofit independent research group, announced its 2020 Salute to Local Government award winners, including the Palmyra Public Safety Department in Jefferson County. “We are pleased to honor a very deserving group of governments and public sector leaders for their innovation, collaboration, and excellence, […]
That’s a lot of pies
Delavan Christian School held its annual Homemade Apple Pie Sale Oct. 10. They sold more than 1,700 pies, which was a reduction made by organizers due to COVID bringing about changes in the process. Luke Taylor, school administrator, Melissa Sisk and Karyssa Green are hard at work making piecrusts. See […]
Donate blood to help those fighting breast cancer
Give now until Nov. 11 and receive a $5 Amazon.com gift card During Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, the American Red Cross urges eligible donors to band together to provide hope and healing to patients fighting cancer by giving blood or platelets. In appreciation, those who donate between Oct. […]
Asperger’s support group to meet
The Southeastern Wisconsin Asperger’s Support Group will meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26, at the Tri-Wellness Center at W2888 Krueger Road, Suite 6A, Lake Geneva. The special guest speaker will be Dr. Emma Hervat from Excel Family Chiropractic and Wellness, Lake Geneva. Hervat will speak on the […]
Serenade from the street
Despite a cool, windy fall day – and several changes made in an effort to promote safety – the annual Elkhorn Oktoberfest event was a success, organizers report. Wagner’s Band takes the stage. Other event features included a 5K run/2-mile walk, vendors, a classic car show and the unveiling of […]
