By Patricia Bogumil Editor Like most twenty-somethings, Danyelle Smith, Wind Lake, and Mike Fiorita, Rochester, both age 23, are too bright, sociable and energetic to enjoy being unemployed while living at home after high school graduation. Unlike most twenty-somethings, Danyelle and Mike live with special needs challenges that complicate the […]
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News from throughout Western Racine County.
When jealousy and ambition collide, it must be ‘Chicago’
BHS drama club to stage larger-than-life musical By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor It’s an ages-old tale, one that’s been told time and time again. A spurned woman, jealous that her lover won’t continue his attentions, acts out violently. But never has the story been told quite like it is in the […]
Rise in gas prices expected to continue
Average retail gasoline prices in Wisconsin have risen 8.9 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.53 yesterday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 3,112 gas outlets in Wisconsin. This compares with the national average that has increased 3.2 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.44, according […]
Raymond takes action to borrow $1.9 million for school repairs
By Jason Arndt Correspondent Raymond School Board members voted Monday night to approve the first phase of borrowing $1.9 million to improve facility structures. The voter was taken at the board’s Feb. 24 meeting. Its decision was made after School Administrator Joe Dawidziak told attendees there will […]
Village adds a new Fire Chief to the roster
By Patricia Bogumil Editor The Village of Waterford hosted a ceremony Monday evening at the Village Hall for the swearing-in of its new Fire Chief, Richard Mueller. The event was held before a standing-room-only crowd of former and current co-workers and officials. On hand […]
Stabbing victim accused of making a big deal of it
A 55-year-old Kansasville man reportedly stabbed his live-in girlfriend with a kitchen knife to protect himself against men he believed were hiding in the attic. Lardara J. Solomon reportedly admitted that he stabbed the woman, but described her as vengeful for complaining to police about it. He […]
Committee will take up sponsorship, naming rights
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor Whether or not sponsorship, advertising or donations can help fund new school facilities – for both athletics and beyond – is now officially going to be researched by the Burlington Area School District. After getting direction from the School Board Monday night, Superintendent Peter Smet plans […]
State superintendent gets close look BHS during visit
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor As Tony Evers walked into Burlington High School the morning of Feb. 21, he knew he was in for a treat. “It has a great reputation with career and technical education,” said Evers. “Not only with what happens in the school, but with the business community […]
WSD hires firm to review current rate structure
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent Last week, as he discussed the merits of reviewing rate structure within the Town of Waterford Sanitary District No. 1 (WSD), chairman Dan Dickinson drew an analogy to the Pillsbury Dough Boy. When you poke the dough boy, something else pops out, Dickinson said at a […]
Tattoo parlor operator accused of dealing drugs
A Burlington resident and business operator is facing numerous felony charges after a search of his business produced far more than tattooing supplies Jan. 27. Charles “Chip” Hinds, the operator of Fat Daddyz Tattoo and Piercing at 841 Milwaukee Avenue, is facing three charges of possession with intent to deliver […]
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