Kalen Kramp performs during the Veterans Day program at Lake Geneva Middle School, which featured patriotic music by the seventh- and eighth-grade orchestras and bands directed by Lauren Klement and Amanda Krause. (Submitted photo)
Sports & Other News
History made
Whitewater High School athletes competed in five events at the WIAA Division 2 girls state swimming meet in Madison on Nov 9. Ella Houwers (third from right) stands on the podium after finishing third in the 200-yard individual medley. She also gave WUSD its first state championship, winning the 100-yard […]
Vets recognized
At the Veterans Day program at Walworth Grade School Nov. 9, Cliff Erkfitz, Tom Stelling and Sue Diderich are among the veterans honored during Salute to the Armed Forces, sung by the 7th-8th grade choir. Special honorees were two retired military fathers – Josh Sallee and Jeremy Vail, and the […]
City looks to increase sewer rates
Rates would increase incrementally over next three years By Kellen Olshefski Correspondent With WalCoMet rates increasing and the City of Elkhorn’s sewage system working in a deficit, the Common Council is looking to increasing sewage rates by roughly 20 percent over the next three years, at about $5 per month […]
Special gathering
At Whitewater Middle School’s Veterans Day assembly on Monday, veterans and their families enjoy breakfast treats and conversation. Students created thank you cards for the veterans and Cory Newmann, of Whitewater and an Iraq War veteran who serves in the Wisconsin Army National Guard as a major in the Military […]
Lake Geneva FD receives Purple Angel designation
The Lake Geneva Fire Department was awarded the Purple Angel designation that signifies a dementia-friendly organization. Members of the fire department and emergency medical technicians participated in the first responders training provided by Bonnie Beam-Stratz of the Alzheimer’s Association and the Dementia Friendly Community Initiative-Walworth County. The award was presented […]
With respect and honor
Veterans treated to special day at EAHS By Heather Ruenz SLN staff The veterans entered the gymnasium at Elkhorn Area High School last Friday morning at varying paces. Some walked on their own accord, others with a cane or assistance while a few were pushed in wheelchairs – all of […]
This week in the East Troy News…
The East Troy School Board heard concerns from a few residents about school security at Monday night’s board meeting after recent incidents at the high school. The Salvation Army is looking for bell ringers to help out in East Troy and the county. The All-Rock Valley Conference teams for volleyball, […]
Strong start
The Chiefs dominated in hoops on Tuesday, defeating the Demons 69-27. Abby VandeBogart contributed 10 points in the road game at Burlington. Big Foot will host Brodhead tonight; tipoff is set for 7:15 p.m. See more photos in the Nov. 16 Times/Reporter. (Bob Mischka photo)
Lady Elks continue renaissance
By Chris Bennett Sports Correspondent The Elkhorn Area High School girls basketball team is in the midst of a renaissance that will, hopefully, continue through this season and seasons beyond. The program, moribund for years, returned to relevance in the Southern Lakes Conference and southeast Wisconsin last season under the […]
