By Jason Arndt Correspondent American Roller, headquartered in Union Grove, faces one final obstacle in the form of approval from the Joint Review Board before the company can move forward on a planned multi-million dollar expansion project. The Review Board’s upcoming decision on March 24 represents the next step […]
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Three seek election to two positions on Waterford Town Board
By Patricia Bogumil Editor Two incumbent supervisors and a planning commissioner are vying for election to two positions on the Waterford Town Board in the Tuesday, April 1 election. The candidates are incumbent supervisors Dale Gauerke and Tim Szeklinski and planning commission member, Jan Alvey. Each candidate shared their thoughts […]
Getting some Hollywood dazzle without leaving town
By Julie Rossman Correspondent The Findley Center on the campus of Shepherds Ministries/Shepherds College in Union Grove was abuzz with activity Monday afternoon. Students of Shepherds College had a rare opportunity to be primped and pampered, get dressed up and then be part of a very special photo shoot. […]
Scouting for Food arrives at front doors Saturday
On Saturday, March 15, more that 25,000 youth – Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Venture Crews will distribute collection bags for non-perishable food items and other grocery store non food items among the homes of residents throughout the Kenosha and Racine counties. Food bags will be hung on the front […]
Ryan hosts March 19 listening session
U.S. Rep. Paul Ryan will hold a listening session in Union Grove, Wednesday, March 19, from 12:45 p.m. to 2 p.m., at Community State Bank, 1500 Main St. Ryan is available to speak with residents from around the area about federal issues of concern, including the budget and health […]
Pet vaccinations clinic Saturday
By Jason Arndt Correspondent Dog and cat owners are invited to attend a pet vaccination clinic being held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Municipal Hall on Saturday, March 15. The event is a collaborative effort with Safe Harbor of Kenosha, which serves the role of the Village’s […]
Vaccinations and more at pet clinic Saturday
By Jason Arndt Correspondent Dog and cat owners are invited to attend a pet vaccination clinic being held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Municipal Hall on Saturday, March 15. The event is a collaborative effort with Safe Harbor of Kenosha, which serves the role of the Village’s […]
Just arrives as bearer of good news for Aurora
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor For Lisa Just, a career in health care began with a job as a physical therapist. But after getting a master’s degree in health services administration, she has also found herself moving through the administrative ladder at Aurora Health Care – her employer since […]
City will cull 98 trees due to ash borer
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor As Department of Public Works Supervisor Dan Jensen explained March 4 at the City of Burlington Common Council Committee of the Whole meeting, the money spent last year to inventory the city’s trees was well spent. In addition to finding out the health of the trees […]
Two-headed calf offers unique classroom lesson
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor It’s a story line straight from “Ripley’s Believe It or Not.” But in this case, the students of biology teacher Greg Zeman – especially Burlington High School freshman Austin Squires – definitely believe. In February, a two-headed calf was born at Whitley Farms, where Squires lives […]