By Heather Ruenz Editor A fire that is believed to have started in the basement of a two-story home on Cottage Street in Whitewater last Friday quickly spread to the first and second floors causing floors to collapse and the structure to be compromised. “The floor failed while we were […]
Sports & Other News
A closer look at Public Health Services
Whitewater Rotarians hear efforts made to keep public safe By Tom Ganser Correspondent Janis Ellefsen, Health Officer/Manager for Walworth County Public Health Services, presented an overview of the agency to the Whitewater Rotary Club on Jan. 13 entitled “Public Health: Everyone, Everywhere, Every Day.” “We are the only department at […]
Health and insurance enrollment fair Feb. 10
Free, informational event to offer sign-up, blood pressure screening The Wisconsin Association of Free & Charitable Clinics, Inc. has partnered with Irvin L. Young Memorial Library to offer a free Health and Insurance Enrollment Fair from noon to 6 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 10. The library is located at 431 W. […]
Young Auditorium touts ‘amazing’ winter lineup
Young Auditorium at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater continues its season this winter with the slogan, “Come Be Amazed!” presenting several opportunities to experience the energy and excitement of live theatre, dance, music, comedy and family programming. Highlights include the “The Great Gatsby;” “Church Basement Ladies-The Last (Potluck) Supper;” “The Diamonds;” […]
Developing business in the village
By Tracy Ouellette Editor The Village Board approved a $10,000 payment and new agreement with the East Troy Community Development Alliance to help further the creation of new business in the village. It is always good to have fresh business in an area, especially a village to keep the residents […]
Council votes in favor of refinancing city debt
City approves refinancing after mayor vetoes original vote due to new information By Kellen Olshefski Editor The City of Elkhorn Common Council voted in favor Monday night of refinancing city debt that includes an option for future councils to maintain the current levy, using the additional money as they choose. […]
Barn on city property in need of repairs
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent A deteriorating barn on city-owned land within Whitewater could soon meet the wrecking ball, though no firm decisions have been made. The Whitewater Community Development Authority on Dec. 10 discussed the merits of preserving or razing the barn, located on a once agricultural homestead along Howard […]
Girls lose to Wilmot, Union Grove
By Jennifer Cesarz Correspondent The Delavan-Darien High Schools girls basketball team dropped two Southern Lakes Conference games last week, falling to Wilmot on Jan. 13 and Union Grove on Friday. The Comets lost 53-31 to Wilmot and 55-30 to Union Grove. D-DHS head coach Hank Johnson said his team […]
In the shop
Kunes Chevrolet donates tire balancer and mounter By Kellen Olshefski Editor A recent donation from Elkhorn’s Kunes Chevrolet dealership helped the Elkhorn Area High School’s automotive technology department get back on its feet. The dealership recently donated a fully-functioning tire-balancer and mounter for students to use in learning and practicing […]
On the ballot for April
School Board approves referendum questions for spring election By Tracy Ouellette Editor In a unanimous vote Monday night the East Troy School Board approved two referendum questions to bring the School District’s facility needs to referendum on April 7 in the Spring General Election. This is the fourth time the […]
