The American Red Cross continues to help families in Walworth, Racine and Kenosha counties who have been affected by flooding. The Red Cross and partnering agencies opened three multi-agency resource centers. The Multi-Agency Resource Center is a one-stop location where different agencies come together to provide services under one roof […]

The second installment for the 2016 real estate property taxes is due to the Walworth County treasurer on or before July 31. Taxpayers should include the tax bill coupon or a tax identification number with all payments, whether paying in person or by mail. Payment can be made in person […]

Thirty-six hour full roadway closure scheduled On July 12, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation began a six-mile resurfacing project on Highway 14 from Prairie Drive to County Highway K through the towns of Walworth and Sharon and the Village of Walworth. The project will consist of removing and repaving two […]

Festival named after Dan Green, devoted member of Fontana community Fontana’s Reid Park was the place to be July 8 for Dan Green’s Pig in the Park festival. It was the 10th Annual Pig in the Park event and featured a variety of family-friendly activities, all to support local causes. […]

      At Golden Years Family Day, held June 25 and themed Las Vegas, resident Irene Dowey gets a photo taken with her daughters, Bonnie, Judy and Marie, and her great granddaughter, Eva. The event featured Vegas style decorations, games and snacks. (Penny Gruetzmacher photo)

      Alicia Taylor (on left) of Soap by Mom, has fun helping DuAnn Webb and Emma Peterson, both of Sharon, smell some soaps she has for sale at the Sharon Farmers Market on July 7. The market is held in downtown Sharon the first and third Friday of each month […]

By Penny Gruetzmacher Correspondent Safety Town was held at Walworth Grade School, June 24 through 29 as part of the summer enrichment program offered. Nearly 20 local kids attended each of the two classes available, one in the morning, the other in the afternoon.       Alexa Clary served as an […]

Lion Ray and Lion Baj, along with Mannat Toor, are all smiles while helping out with beverages at the Williams Bay Lions Club’s Pancake Breakfast July 1 at Edgewater Park. The event also featured Barrett Memorial Library’s book and basket sale. (Penny Gruetzmacher photo)

By Jason Arndt SLN staff Despite claims of self-defense and having an alcohol problem, a 42-year-old Walworth man convicted of trying to kill his adult son was sentenced to 15 years behind bars on June 28, 10 years more than what the defense requested. Gabino Dominguez Gonzalez, who was found […]