By Tom Ganser Correspondent Lindsey-Ann Schulte, a 2009 graduate of Whitewater High School, participated in the 18th annual University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Undergraduate Research Day this spring. The event is a showcase for 120 college students who conducted research projects over the last year. “The breadth and depth of research being […]
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Plan Commission approves beer and wine license for Taco Fresco
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent An already-operating Mexican-themed restaurant specializing in tacos, burritos and other authentic cuisine will be able to add another item to its menu: alcohol. The Whitewater Plan and Architectural Review Commission June 10 granted a Class “B” beer and Class “C” wine license to Jesus Cortez, the […]
Students learn how to use Spanish in real-life setting
By Tom Ganser Correspondent Students at Whitewater Middle School demonstrated their mastery of Spanish May 30 by ordering lunch in Spanish from Francisco Perez. Perez, assisted by Francisco Valadez, prepared the orders in a taco truck operated by the Los Agaves Restaurant in Delavan and parked in Middle School’s circle […]
ELL students recognized for high achievement
By Tom Ganser Correspondent The annual Whitewater Unified School District English Language Learners Recognition Night May 29 aimed the spotlight on ELL students who have excelled in academic achievement, exceptional behavior and leadership skills over the past year, and the teachers, administrators and staff who have supported them. The Reaching […]
Nelson named to all-RVC first team
By David Paulsen Correspondent Whitewater High School senior Stephanie Nelson has been named to the 2013 Rock Valley Conference North All-Conference First Team for softball. Nelson made the team as an outfielder, although she also did extensive pitching for the Whippets. Nelson, a co-captain on the team, batted .415 on […]
Oink, oink! Pig in the Park is this weekend
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent The savory smell of barbecue will be wafting through Cravath Lakefront Park this weekend. The Downtown Whitewater organization is ushering in summer with the return of Pig in the Park, the Kansas City Barbecue Society-sanctioned cook-off competition that will give enthusiasts an opportunity to show off […]
D-DHS awards 153 diplomas to the Class of 2013
As freshmen, the Delavan-Darien High School graduating Class of 2013 signed a banner committing themselves to working hard and understanding that when it comes to school, as the banner says, “It’s all about learning.” Facts about the 153 graduates include: • Fifty percent of the class ended high school with […]
Deputies kill man who allegedly beat mother’s boyfriend, stole squad car and confronted officers with gun
Walworth County Sheriff’s Deputies shot and killed a 39-year-old Elkhorn man early Thursday morning after he allegedly beat his mother’s boyfriend, stole a squad car and came toward deputies with a shotgun. Jeremiah B. Krubert was pronounced dead at the intersection of Millard and Pierce roads in the Town of […]
Suspect dies in officer-involved shooting
Deputies from the Walworth County Sheriff’s Department were involved in an on-duty incident early this morning where a suspect was shot and killed. According to a press release for Sheriff David Graves, no deputies were injured in the incident, which occurred at about 2:45 a.m., June 13. The Sheriff’s Department […]
Local man launches food freedom effort
He’ll take his proposal to Troy Town Board By Jen Bradley Correspondent When a judge ruled that “plaintiffs do not have a fundamental right to produce and consume the foods of their choice,” natural health care provider Brandon LaGreca did not agree. He is lobbying the Town of Troy to […]
