They say retaining the dam eliminates uncertainty for Veterans Terrace By Jason Arndt Staff Writer Veterans Terrace has had a front row seat to incredible sunsets, joyful summer activities like picnics and family fishing outings, prom and homecoming pictures as well as weddings with a breathtaking backdrop of Echo Lake. […]
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It’s a ‘game-changer’
Mayor touts plan to schedule referendum By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief Burlington Mayor Jeannie Hefty called a recent decision by the state Department of Natural Resources to allow the city some flexibility in its decision on the future of the Echo Lake dam “a gift.” “The DNR gave us […]
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While there is a clear division among Burlington residents concerning the future of the Echo Lake dam, it appears people on both sides of the debate support a plan to send the issue a referendum in November. Members of the Common Council discussed the possibility Tuesday in light of […]
Apply now; decide later
City can seek state grant now and still change course of Echo Lake dam project in future, officials say The members of the Burlington Common Council are scheduled Tuesday to discuss a proposal that could buy officials some time to refine or even change their decision regarding the future of […]
Village preps for ATV vote
Union Grove plans FAQ for upcoming referendum By Dave Fidlin Correspondent In the weeks ahead, Union Grove officials will detail the three separate advisory questions related to recreational vehicles that will be placed on the April ballot through a series of outreach and communication efforts. Village Administrator Mike Hawes outlined […]
Vote set on Waterford school plans
WUHS places $19.75 million referendum on April ballot By Dave Fidlin Correspondent After months of discussion, Waterford Union High School officials have set in motion a plan to ask voters in a referendum question for the authority to pursue $19.75 million worth of improvements to the existing facility. Superintendent Luke […]
COVID cases plummet in past week
Hospitalizations are also down in region, statewide By Jason Arndt Staff Writer Racine County experienced a steep drop in confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases through a recent 14-day period, according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. The health department, which reported 5,043 confirmed and probable cases the week ending […]
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The Board of Education at the Burlington Area School District will need more time to review and discuss findings from a Comprehensive Equity Audit conducted by Integrate Comprehensive Services for Equity. The audit, according to Superintendent Stephen Plank, has a goal to address the racially hostile environment present in […]
Park Board recommends removing Echo Lake dam
Common Council scheduled to make final decision on fate of dam and lake Feb. 16 By Jason Arndt Staff Writer The City of Burlington Park Board on Thursday recommended removing the Echo Lake Dam on a 6-1 vote. The recommendation will go before the Common Council for final consideration next […]
Remembering Lamping’s legacy
Foundation looks to place signs recognizing late Packer backer By Dave Fidlin Correspondent Signs paying homage to an influential Union Grove Packer backer could soon be installed at multiple entry points into the village. Representatives of the GoFrankGo Foundation, an organization established to keep the memory of the late Frank […]
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