Whitewater High School junior Ella Houwers won the 100-yard breaststroke in the WIAA Division 2 girls state swimming meet Nov. 15; Brianna Zimdars finished fifth in the 500-yard freestyle race. The two were also part of the 200-yard medley relay that earned a sixth-place finish at state: back row, Houwers […]
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Swimming at state
Elkhorn Area High School junior Sydney Balboni competes in the 200-yard freestyle race at the WIAA Division 2 State Swimming Championships in Madison Nov. 15. She finished 15th, nearly matching her personal record in the event and broke a dry spell for EAHS, which hasn’t sent a female swimmer to […]
Under the sea
Whitewater High School Players’ production of “The Little Mermaid” will be held at 7:30 p.m. today through Saturday and at 2 p.m. Sunday. Reserved seats are $9 for adults and $5 for students one hour before performances. Or call 262-472-8178. (Tom Ganser photo)
Legion building could be converted to senior housing
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent A Whitewater building that has served as a hub for the local American Legion’s activities for nearly a half-century could soon be repurposed for a senior housing project, based on plans reviewed last week. Any type of senior housing development can help immensely with homes for […]
Students at Badger earn industry certifications
Badger High School recently recognized students for earning 13 certifications this academic year. Through the certification program, the students have shown mastery of the knowledge needed for entrance into their respective career field of interest in various Career and Technical Education subject areas. This promotes a successful transition to postsecondary […]
Fly like an eagle
Local teen receives highest Boy Scout rank at 15 By Tracy Ouellette SLN Staff For many Boy Scouts, attaining the rank of Eagle Scout is the crowning achievement to their scouting career. Because of the rigorous requirements, the majority of scouts who reach the rank of Eagle do so when […]
Chamber director resigns
Cherie Setteducate will stay on through holiday luncheon Late last week, Cherie Setteducate, who has served as the Geneva Lake West Chamber’s executive director for more than four years, announced she is resigning from the position early next month. “It is with very mixed emotions that I am resigning my […]
Symphony orchestra opens season
The Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra performs “The Rite of Spring” under the direction of David Anderson during the Oct. 26 concert at Elkhorn Area High School. The concert opened the orchestra’s 2019-20 season, which is titled “Shattering Boundaries.” Read more about the concert and what the LGSO has lanned […]
Bringing youth mental health to the forefront
Documentary will be held in Elkhorn Nov. 20 By Heather Ruenz Staff Writer Earlier this year, Milwaukee PBS and the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel produced a video entitled “You’re Not Alone,” which has won wide acclaim as a force for youth mental health and suicide prevention. Next week, the documentary will […]
Heading under the sea
WHS Players production of ‘Mermaid’ opens Nov. 21 By Tom Ganser Correspondent Taking in a performance of the Whitewater High School Players production of “The Little Mermaid” is the perfect antidote for early winter freeze, not to mention a great way to get into the holiday season spirit. More than […]
