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 […]
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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 […]
County releases new COVID-19 guidance
The Walworth County Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health has released new phased guidance to help incrementally guide the community toward a “new normal.” The Walworth County COVID-19 Phased Guidance document provides phased recommendations for a variety of businesses, organizations, and sectors in our community. “Every […]
Elkhorn HOSA an international success
EAHS qualified largest Wisconsin group for competition By Heather Ruenz Staff Writer The Elkhorn Area High School health professionals group is coming off yet another successful year, most recently at the international competition, which was held virtually last month. HOSA – Future Health Professionals, was formerly referred to as Health […]
Badger ag program, teachers recognized
The agricultural education program at Badger High School has received the Outstanding Agricultural Education Program Award from the Wisconsin Association of Agricultural Educators. The award was presented to Badger instructors Candice Franks and Larry Plapp at the 2020 WAAE Professional Development Conference, which was held virtually June 29 through July […]
On stage
Last weekend at the Phoenix Park Band Shell featured The Big Al Wetzel Band. Guests practiced proper social distancing guidelines by leaving adequate space between groups in attendance, not a tough task given the size of the park. For upcoming concerts visit the Phoenix Park Band Shell on Facebook. (Dave […]
