Timmer to appear in court on March 15 By Kellen Olshefski Editor The first of three Elkhorn men charged with 2nd degree sexual assault of a child under 16 years of age appeared in Walworth County Circuit Court for his preliminary hearing today. Following the hearing, Gage Timmer has been […]
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A study in art
East Troy’s Sammi Clark (right) helps Genevieve Miranda, Whitewater, with an art project at Washington Elementary School’s Soup-er Arts Night on Feb. 21 in Whitewater. The event is a major fundraiser for Washington’s Parents and Teacher Together organization. (Tom Ganser photo)
On the stage
Beat the blues from the long winter season by taking in a performance of the Whitewater High School Players’ “Almost Maine” including cast members Connor Dalzin, left, and Erin McManaway. The contemporary romantic comedy is slated 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, Feb. 27-March 1 in the WHS auditorium. Tickets are […]
Heavy winds and precipitation may create hazardous driving conditions
The National Weather Service is forecasting heavy winds along with overnight rain and snow, which will affect morning commuters. NWS has issued a wind advisory in the overnight through mid-morning. The State Patrol reminds commuters that the road conditions may change quickly and become hazardous during peak travel times. There […]
Elkhorn woman killed in officer involved shooting
Friends mourn the loss of Pfister following Friday’s highway incident; Minnesota agency continues investigation By Kellen Olshefski Editor Family and friends are mourning the loss of an Elkhorn woman following her death in an officer involved shooting last Friday in Eden Prairie, Minn. The incident took place on Highway […]
Lady Whippets move into top spot
By Adam Knoll Sports correspondent The Lady Whippets are peaking at the right time while McFarland is falling to the back of the pack late in the race for the Rock Valley North Conference Championship. At the moment, McFarland and Whitewater (both 9-2) are technically tied for first place, however […]
Teamwork key in fighting egg farm fire
By Heather Ruenz Staff writer The Jan. 31 fire at S&R Egg Farm, N9416 Tamarack Road in the Town of LaGrange was a four-alarm blaze. Thanks to the quick mutual aid from numerous departments – as well as a firewall that did its job – the fire was contained to […]
Aurora to invest $100 million in area
Plan secures future for Lakeland hospital, including new urgent care center in Delavan By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief Aurora Health Care announced plans Friday to invest $100 million in the Walworth County and Burlington markets, securing the future of Lake Medical Center near Elkhorn and paving the way for […]
From the Hart
Woman organizes fundraiser for local family in need By Tracy Ouellette Editor A benefit for the Stephanie Hart family is being held on Saturday, Feb. 1, at Lindey’s on Beulah in East Troy. The family friendly event will feature a fishing jamboree, live band, raffles, chili cook-off, kids activities and […]
Fired up!
The Lady Whippets take to the court Jan. 24 during the “Red Out” event, held to raise funds for the American Heart Association. “We started the game on fire, which was a reflection of the “FIRED UP” T-shirts sold pre-game,” coach Judy Harms said of Whitewater’s dominating, 52-20 victory over […]
