Kingstin Mackey, 11 mos., of Delavan, runs to the Easter bunny at the egg hunt at the Lions Field House in Williams Bay April 8. (Vicky Wedig photo)
Walworth-Fontana area
News from communities on the west side of Geneva Lake
Man gets 18 years for sexual assault of child
Judge says protection of public from man who preys on children is paramount By Heather Ruenz SLN staff At the sentencing last week of a Walworth man found guilty by a jury of repeated sexual assault of a child and three counts of causing a child to view sexual activity, […]
Special Education scholarships offered
The Walworth County ARC, a non-profit organization comprised of parents, professionals and friends, promotes the general welfare of the developmentally disabled and fosters the research and development of programs on their behalf. This year the WCARC will be offering three scholarships, each in the amount of $1,000. One scholarship is […]
Warrants issued for men charged in break-ins
By Vicky Wedig Staff writer A warrant was issued Sept. 26 for the arrest of an Illinois man suspected of breaking into Pino’s Last Call and McCullough’s Prescriptions and Gifts in Walworth in April. Anthony L. Babic, 53, of Decatur, Ill., was charged Sept. 1 in Walworth County Circuit Court […]
Coach excited to lead girls varsity soccer
By Dan Truttschel Sports Correspondent Rene Perez has waited his turn to take over a varsity soccer program. And now that time has arrived. Perez, a longtime Big Foot JV girls coach, is the new head coach this spring, as he replaces Annie Isham. He couldn’t be any more excited […]
5K to benefit Agape House
Agape House provides a school, safe home, and counseling for hurting teen girls who, along with their families, are seeking help. Registration is now open for Agape’s Annual Run, Walk, Stroll event, held during National Child Abuse Prevention Month to increase awareness of all forms of abuse and how those […]
Incumbents, newcomers earn local seats
By Heather Ruenz Editor Voters in Tuesday night’s election decided numerous contested races in the Walworth, Fontana, Sharon and Williams Bay communities, according to unofficial results. Walworth The race for the Town of Walworth Supervisor 1 seat was won by Steve Santeler, 120 votes, to David Curry’s 70. Santeler, […]
Fish fry fun
At the March 24 Friday Lenten Fish Fry at St. Benedict’s Catholic Church in Fontana Alexis Bender (left) takes a break to join the Katie, Laura and Troy Hummel from Walworth. Tonight’s (April 7) fish fry, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the parish, 137 Dewey Ave., […]
Show offs
Nick Robison, Matt Nickelsen, Harrison Warren, Angel Casteneda and Kyle Holmes perform “Gary Come Home” at Open Mic Night, March 10 at Williams Bay High School. The event was a fundraiser that benefits fine arts programs and scholarships in the district. “Most of the acts are students playing instruments […]
Chapel on Hill to present ‘The Go Tour’
Chapel on the Hill will present the youth musical “The Go Tour” at its Christian Arts Centre at 7 p.m. April 7 and 8 and 3 p.m. April 9. “The Go Tour” is about taking God’s love around the world. The production was created by Jeff Slaughter and Brian Green, […]