An employee from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Children’s Center tested positive for COVID-19, Chancellor Dwight C. Watson announced on Aug. 17. University officials were notified of the public health issue a day earlier. Watson said the university acted swiftly to prevent further spread of COVID-19 infection as well using a […]
Sports & Other News
Delavan-Darien HS choir trip canceled
By Michael S. Hoey Correspondent COVID-19 claimed another cancelation victim in the form of the previously approved Delavan-Darien High School choir field trip to New York that was scheduled for May of 2021. The school board decided on Aug. 10 it could not guarantee the trip will be allowed if […]
Emagine Geneva Lakes re-opens with new films
Emagine Entertainment is re-opening Emagine Geneva Lakes for in-theatre viewing featuring the release of two brand new movies, “Unhinged” on Aug. 21 and “The New Mutants” on Aug. 28. The new movies are the first movies to be released in theaters since COVID-19 forced the closure of theaters nationwide. In […]
On the road
National Night Out normally features law enforcement and emergency personnel at the Walworth County Fairgrounds where members of the greater community can stop by, ask questions, get a close-up look at different tools and trucks and meet officers, EMTs, firefighters and more. Due to COVID-19, this year’s event, held Aug. […]
Elkhorn looks at possible ADA upgrades
Projects, if grant is approved, might include a senior center By Kellen Olshefski Correspondent The City of Elkhorn Common Council voiced support for potentially pursuing ADA projects and a possible senior center with the $1.6 million in Federal Community Development Block Grant funds at its meeting last week. No official […]
For the birds
Students in Delavan-Darien School District’s Comet Summer Camp built birds nests out of organic materials such as grass and mud. After building them, the students placed them in trees for birds to use. (Courtesy of Delavan-Darien School District)
Do you believe in magic?
Tristan Crist, Belfry are surviving amid coronavirus By Mike Ramczyk Correspondent How can you still provide family-friendly fun and entertainment indoors during a pandemic? Well, Tristan Crist Magic Theater in Lake Geneva is proving it’s not only possible, but also people can feel safe and still enjoy themselves. Rated the […]
Whitewater to delay dredging city’s lakes
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent After weighing a series of pros and cons, Whitewater officials have decided to hit the pause button on a complete drawdown of both of the city’s lakes for an upcoming dredging project. The Common Council on Aug. 4 voted to delay the dredging work by a […]
Special honor
From the left: (front) Thomas Gomez had his Eagle Scout Court of Honor on Aug. 2 and was joined by the other Eagle Scouts from Boy Scout Troop 243, Will Holmes, (back) Ben Harvey, David Broga, Austin Muetzel and Matthew Harvey. The Court of Honor recognizes a Boy Scout who […]
Gateway partners with Rockwell for academy
Gateway Technical College and Rockwell Automation have partnered for an intense, 12-week Academy of Advanced Manufacturing program where students receive industry-leading training typically reserved for professionals already in the industry. This is a brilliant step in educating people about the manufacturing industry as there is a lot that goes into […]
