The National Weather Service is forecasting heavy winds along with overnight rain and snow that will affect morning commuters. The weather service has issued a wind advisory in the overnight Thursday through mid-morning Friday. The Wisconsin State Patrol reminds commuters that the road conditions may change quickly and become hazardous […]
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Woman injured in stabbing in Town of Dover
A woman is recovering from knife wounds and the man suspected of injuring her has been arrested following an incident in the Town of Dover early Thursday morning. According to the Racine County Sheriff’s Office, the woman was taken by rescue personnel to Wheaton Franciscan Racine for treatment of non-life-threatening […]
Council OKs power to recall unused liquor licenses
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor The City of Burlington will be able to recall liquor licenses that aren’t being used, thanks to a new ordinance unanimously approved by the City Council Tuesday night. The ordinance will allow city staff to dismiss the ability to purchase or renew a liquor license if […]
City looks at loosening temporary sign rules
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor After gaining approval from the City of Burlington Plan Commission last week, the Common Council voiced no objections Tuesday night to a proposed change to the city’s temporary signs ordinance. The ordinance changes will be as follows: • Inflatable advertising devices or signs will be allowed […]
Hoffman, Karweik advance in WGSD primary
A vote count conducted Wednesday morning by Waterford Graded School District officials determined candidate Tom Hoffman (320 votes) to be the top votegetter and Jordan Karweik (171 votes) as second, in the Feb. 18 primary election. Hoffman and Karweik now advance to the April 1 spring election, vying for a […]
Lions to host Daytona 500 party
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor As NASCAR gets ready to kick off the 2014 season Sunday, so does the Burlington Lions Club. The Lions will host their 15th annual Daytona 500 Party Sunday at Veterans Terrace in Burlington. Doors open at 11 a.m., and the party will run through the conclusion […]
BHS ready for state superintendent’s visit
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor Burlington High School is also finalizing its preparations for when Wisconsin State Superintendent Tony Evers comes to town next week. Evers will be at BHS Thursday, Feb. 20, from 10:45 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. BHS Principal Eric Burling said in an email to staff on Friday […]
A messy winter blast predicted for area
The National Weather Service office in Sullivan is predicting a messy winter mix for our area beginning Wednesday and lasting into Thursday night. The predicted storm with winds topping out at 50 mph has the potential make travel hazardous — especially Thursday morning. Here is the special weather statement issued […]
Local students embrace message of peace
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor For St. Charles School eighth graders Hannah Lois and Michael Fliess, a recent honor gave them a chance to live something that is close to their hearts. The two were chosen to be “peace mentors” at the school, and as a result, got to spend Martin […]
Raymond community luncheon Wednesday
The next Amazing Grays Senior Luncheon is Wednesday, Feb. 19, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Raymond Community Church, 8217 W Highway G, Franksville. Anyone age 55 or older is welcome to lunch and fellowship. Entertainment is provided by a local ukulele band. Menu includes chili, potato soup, chicken […]
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