Live Nativity has become 51-year tradition for local church By Jason Arndt Editor Community members can explore the real reason to celebrate Christmas at the 51st annual Christmas in the Barn held Dec. 24 at the John and Cindy Squire Farm, 26715 Church Road, Burlington. The annual event presented by […]
Author: Ed Nadolski
Former official’s case continued until March
Fettes is one of 28 accused in Illinois crackdown By Jason Arndt Editor Former Burlington Town Board member Tyson Fettes had his status hearing on charges he solicited prostitutes in Rockford, Illinois, continued at a Dec. 13 appearance before judge Joseph McGraw of Winnebago County’s 17th Judicial Circuit Court. Fettes, […]
Christmas comes in with a bang
Fireworks explode over downtown Waterford Dec. 7 at the conclusion of Absolutely Waterford’s Winter Wonderland Christmas Parade. The parade was followed by a community Christmas tree lighting at the Waterford Public Library and visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus. (Photo by Chad Hensiak)
Officials: City ready to take over rescue
City Council finalizes plans for transition of service By Jason Arndt Editor The Common Council finalized plans for the City of Burlington Fire Department to take over ambulance services from Burlington Rescue Squad, Inc. at Tuesday’s meeting. Burlington Rescue Squad, which voted to dissolve Dec. 2, will effectively end services […]
Truck overturns near bypass
Firefighters and rescue personnel examine the scene of a semi-truck rollover Wednesday evening. The incident occurred at the intersection of the Highway 11 Burlington bypass and Highway JS (West Chestnut Street) just west of the Burlington Municipal Airport. Information on the condition of the truck’s driver was not immediately available. […]
In this week’s Standard Press…
For 50 years members of English Settlement United Methodist Church have invited the community to experience the true meaning of Christmas. The congregation is prepared to host its 51st live Nativity on Christmas Eve next week. It’s an event that, according to an organizer, unleashes the peace of the […]
Frigid air returns Wednesday and Thursday
Midwinterlike cold will encompass the Great Lakes on Wednesday and Thursday of this week, according to AccuWeather. “Very cold air from Canada will build into the area behind the cold front starting Tuesday night. Temperatures will be 10-20 degrees below normal for this time of the year across the […]
Local students make a holiday connection
BHS DRIVEN members raise funds, assist seniors By Jason Arndt Editor Burlington High School’s DRIVEN team did more than raise funds for Love Inc. during its annual winter service project Friday. The hundreds of students ranging from sophomores to seniors also spread Christmas joy throughout the community and at Arbor […]
Sheriff’s Office joins crackdown on drunken driving
The Racine County Sheriff’s Office has joined law enforcement agencies across Wisconsin during the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” holiday campaign from Dec. 13 through New Year’s Day. Last year in Racine County during this national campaign the Sheriff’s Office added extra hours of coverage and made 22 […]
Man charged with burglary at Martin Ford
Warrant has been issued for arrest of Indiana man An Indiana man who has been incarcerated in Illinois has been charged with breaking into the Martin Ford dealership in Union Grove and stealing auto parts, tools and a truck back in May 2018. Jeffery Vlietstra, 55, is charged with burglary […]
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