Aquatic Center packs ’em in as temperatures soar By Jason Arndt Editor With temperatures topping out above 90 degrees this week, many people packed the Burlington Community Aquatic Center, where new memberships continue to trickle in daily. According to Pool Director Jeanne Otter, who reported 705 of the 783 total […]
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Gravel pit decision postponed
Spring Prairie residents line up in opposition to proposal By Jason Arndt Editor Spring Prairie residents voiced opposition to a proposed gravel pit in the township, even after the Planning and Zoning Commission postponed the decision at a June 27 meeting. Robert Kordus, president of Union Grove-based Asphalt Contractors, Inc., […]
In this week’s Standard Press…
There is no sophomore slump for the Burlington Community Aquatic Center. In its second season the $5 million waterpark is already ahead of the record membership pace set during its inaugural season. And that was before the 90-degree temperatures arrived this week. Editor Jason Arndt reports the Aquatic Center […]
Venetian Fest hits Browns Lake Saturday
Event includes boat parade, ski show, live music, fireworks By Jason Arndt Editor The annual Browns Lake Venetian Fest returns to Fischer Park on Saturday, July 6, and features live music, an Aquaducks water ski show and fireworks. The event opens with a 9 a.m. kayak/canoe/paddleboard excursion. According to organizer […]
A patriotic blast!
Waterford Lions set for July 4 celebration The Waterford Lions Club has organized an explosion of red, white and blue patriotism the celebrate Independence Day on Thursday, July 4. The celebration will again be highlighted by the annual parade with a theme of “Land of the Free and Home of […]
Union Grove parade ready to blast off
Annual event shoots for the moon in 2019 Union Grove’s annual Independence Day parade will attempt to reach stellar heights when it steps off Thursday, July 4. “Moon Landing – 50th Anniversary” is the theme of the 2019 parade. According to organizers, various float entries will commemorate the July 20, […]
July 4 festivities benefit local fire department
Event to feature food, drink, music and fireworks The City of Burlington Fire Department will hold its annual Independence Day dance and fundraiser at Echo Park on July 4. Festivities begin at 2 p.m. with food, drink, games, music and dancing. A bag-toss tournament will begin at 3 p.m. Lunchmoney […]
A hobby where Kindness Rocks!
Painted, hidden stones are intended to brighten a stranger’s day By Chris Bennett Correspondent Rocks are everywhere, but few among us pause for a closer look. A group in the Burlington area is making it so you should stop and consider the object of your gaze. The rocks they place […]
Breaking: One killed, two injured in Waterford crash
One person is dead and two others suffered life-threatening injuries in a two-vehicle crash in the Town of Waterford Thursday morning, according to officials with the Racine County Sheriff’s office. The deceased victim was unresponsive at the crash scene on Highway 83 near Maple Road and was pronounced dead there. […]
Jam band Earthmother to play B-Town Sounds Thursday
The second installment of the B-Town Sounds summer outdoor concert series is Thursday, June 27, with a performance by Earthmother. The show begins at 6:30 p.m. and will last about two hours in the bandstand at Echo Park in downtown Burlington. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or […]
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