An initial appearance is scheduled for Jan. 15 for a Lake Geneva contractor charged with taking more than $62,000 for projects in the towns of Walworth, Linn and LaGrange but failing to do the work. Shannon W. Bullis, 43, was charged Dec. 3 in Walworth County Circuit Court with two […]
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Kunes donates vehicle to Seeds Of Hope
The van will help with field trips, Meals on Wheels and more The Kunes Family Foundation recently teamed up with Seeds Of Hope, a local nonprofit organization in Elkhorn, which “plants possibilities” for adults with developmental and other disabilities. Seeds Of Hope was the recipient of a transit, 15-passenger van […]
Delavan’s Mayor for the Day program takes off
By Michael S. Hoey Correspondent City of Delavan Mayor Ryan Schroeder, during his campaign prior to being elected, said he wanted to institute a Mayor for the Day program designed to get high school students interested in local government. Schroeder was true to his word as Delavan-Darien High School sophomore […]
Festival of Trees
The Williams Bay Festival of Trees in Edgewater Park features a variety of trees decorated by area businesses, groups and organizations including this tree, decorated by the Williams Bay Recreation Department. It features a colorful mix of mittens, bows, children’s toys and more. To see the entire display, visit Edgewater […]
Whitewater Optimist Club continues tradition
With adjustments, group coordinates ‘Toys 4 Kids’ service project By Tom Ganser Correspondent Members of the Whitewater Optimist Club pulled out all the stops recently as they wrapped, sorted, and assigned sleighs of Christmas gifts to Whitewater area children at two locations as part of a longtime tradition. The members, […]
A reason to run every day
By Chris Bennett Correspondent Chris Carstens knows what it’s like to be chased by birds … and dogs. He knows the feeling of being heckled, and of almost being run off the road. Carstens, who lives in Elkhorn, is not a pariah. He’s a father, a churchgoer, and a special […]
Helping kids build homes, learn skills
Elkhorn YouthBuild seeks to foster growth while assisting families By Kellen Olshefski Correspondent One of the programs at the Career and College Academy seeks to not only build homes for area families in need, but also help local students experience the construction process thanks to partnerships with seasoned professionals. According […]
Special delivery
The Whitewater Aquatic and Fitness, Friends of WAFC and the Whitewater Optimist Club ushered in the holidays with a drive-thru Santa event on Dec. 5. The event offered an opportunity to drive-thru and see festive lights and holiday characters while also encouraging food donations for food pantries. Guests also received […]
‘People have been very kind’
Community steps up for Elkhorn Food Pantry By Heather Ruenz Staff Writer Jeanie Raidl has been a staple at the Elkhorn Food Pantry for years and said in spite of the challenges the pandemic has brought, people have stepped up to help the organization. “It was tough for a while […]
Iconic Delavan store to close its doors
By Michael S. Hoey Correspondent Bradley’s Department Store in Delavan has been celebrating its 168th anniversary this year. Sadly, it will not make it to 169 years. Owner Lois Stritt, who has owned it for 10 years, is closing the store at the end of the month. Stritt proudly displayed […]
