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Council endorses rezone map amendment

By Jason Arndt Editor The Common Council on Tuesday endorsed a zoning map amendment for a former veterinary clinic property on McHenry Street. The Plan Commission, which reviewed the amendment at an Oct. 8 meeting, recommended approval of the matter to the council. City officials said the commercial property at […]

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Burlington Brawl brings a crowd

Event fundraises to support Veterans Outreach By Jason Arndt Editor The second annual Burlington Brawl on Oct. 12 at Karcher Middle School in Burlington met its fundraising goal to benefit Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin. According to president Taylor Wishau, of the Burlington Brawl, the event brought in $10,000 during the […]

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Coffin racers wanted for Spooky City

By Jason Arndt Editor Spooky City, a time-honored tradition, will return for its 35th year on Oct. 26 in downtown Burlington. The event, which typically draws thousands of children trick or treating from 11 a.m. until noon, also brings back several favorites such as the coffin races. According to Shad […]

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Hundreds help at annual Toy Run

Tri-County Riders makes 25 stops to pickup donations By Jason Arndt Editor On a sunny Sunday afternoon, hundreds of motorcyclists went on a mission to make Christmas possible for needy families in Racine, Walworth and Kenosha counties, with the Tri-County Riders holding the 30th annual Toy Run for Love, Inc. […]

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County sets sales tax listening sessions

Proposal looks to offer significant property tax relief By Jason Arndt Editor Racine County officials are inviting residents to attend a series of listening sessions related to a proposed sales tax increase to offer property tax relief and fund essential services. The purpose of each listening session, including one scheduled […]

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Nonprofit launched to help district community

BASD Foundation dedicated to assisting students, staff By Jason Arndt Editor A coalition of parents with children attending the Burlington Area School District has launched a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving equitable access to district opportunities. The BASD Foundation, led by a board of five community members, also looks to […]