Area resident claims he saw the creature twice in one month By Mike Ramczyk Correspondent With coronavirus affecting thousands, people afraid to leave the house and racial tensions running high in the United States, stories about werewolves can provide quite the necessary distraction. But werewolves? Seriously? Around here, the Beast […]
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Geneva Lake West Chamber seeks director
The Geneva Lake West Chamber of Commerce is seeking an executive director as Meg Thompson has announced to the board she will be resigning from the position due to family obligations. In an email update, Marcia Blimbergs, who serves as president of the chamber’s board, said the board would like […]
Delavan Lake Sanitary District at odds with county again
By Michael S. Hoey Correspondent The Delavan Lake Sanitary District is once again at odds with Walworth County. Not long ago, the DLSD was responding to complaints from a Delavan Lake resident and the county about its weed harvesting activities. More recently a dispute involves the need to replace a […]
Tree Identification hike rescheduled
Due to the threat of inclement weather, the Kettle Moraine Land Trust has rescheduled its Tree Identification hike to the rain date of Wednesday, July 22, from 2 to 4 p.m. They can accommodate additional participants however advance registration is required by sending an email to [email protected]. The group will […]
Nonprofit expands services for disabled
Meaningful Day program now provides day services in county A Janesville nonprofit organization has begun a program in Walworth County that aims to give people with disabilities the opportunity to engage in their community and take advantage of its amenities. Aptiv Inc., which provides services for individuals with disabilities in […]
UWW move-in day to be extended drop-off only
Decision looks to improve safety amid COVID-19 As the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater welcomes students for the fall 2020 semester, the process for moving students in to the residence halls will look different this year. An Extended Drop-Off Only will take place Aug. 21-29, replacing the traditional Move-In Day, helping to […]
Lobby of Sheriff’s Office closed for remodeling
The main lobby of the Walworth County Sheriff’s Office was set to close this week for a remodeling project, which means visitors will likely have to use an alternative entrance, for parking and to access the building. The remodeling project, which is expected to be finished in October, will include […]
Whitewater Spirit Tour slated for October
October is the perfect time for spooky, fun adventures. The City of Whitewater is often referred to as “Second Salem” and is also famous for the “Witches of Whitewater” legends. The community has a rich history of spiritualism and a multitude of stories of witches, ghosts, murders; actual and alleged, […]
Agape House gives back to community
Residents use Safer-at-Home time to spread joy By Heather Ruenz Staff Writer The Safer-at-Home order that was in place for several weeks due to COVID-19, was likely challenging for most people for a myriad of different reasons. For the residents of Agape House, it brought a different level of extended […]
WUSD officials exploring fall instruction options
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent It’s a question heard across most of the country this summer: How will schools function this fall when the bell resumes ringing? Whitewater Unified School District officials are in the midst of exploring a series of scenarios. While the sun is blazing, WUSD staffers are working […]
