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Revenue will be returned to local taxing districts By Dave Fidlin Correspondent After months of discussion, Union Grove officials have moved forward with a plan to close out a specially created district that has been used to take advantage of tax-incremental financing. Based on projections, it could bring an additional […]
This message of strength and perseverance greets drivers along South Colony Avenue near 58th Road on Union Grove’s north side. Similar public expressions are seen in communities throughout the area as residents cope with a societal shutdown due to coronavirus. (Photo by Ed Nadolski)
A status conference is scheduled for May 28 for a Union Grove man charged with cutting his brother’s forehead. Robert C. Moorehead, 63, was charged April 9 in Racine County Circuit Court with mayhem and aggravated battery, both with the use of a dangerous weapon; obstructing an officer; and […]
Union Grove creates small business relief program By Dave Fidlin Correspondent With muscle from an already-in-place economic development program, Union Grove officials last week announced plans to offer loans of up to $5,000 to village-based businesses facing sudden hardship from COVID-19. The Village Board held a special meeting April 6 […]
Former Union Grove Village Board Trustee Adam Graf is challenging 14-year incumbent Timothy Mallach for his seat in the April 7 election. As of Friday morning, the April 7 election was still scheduled to proceed despite challenges posed by the spread of coronavirus. For the past three weeks election […]
The Racine County Sheriff’s Office announced new procedures, including responding to some calls by phone, to help stem the spread of coronavirus. The new procedures, according to a news release, looks to ensure the safety of both deputies as well as community members along with businesses. “The Sheriff’s Office will […]
Artwork intended to welcome people into Union Grove By Dave Fidlin Correspondent A new artistic depiction of some of Union Grove’s most notable features could soon be installed in one of the village’s most highly trafficked areas with assistance from a civic organization. Village Administrator Mike Hawes presented the Village […]
Team earns a berth in international competition Six teams of students from the engineering classes at Union Grove High School competed in the South East Wisconsin Seaperch underwater robotics regional tournament in Elkhorn on Feb. 16 and succeeded in capturing two of the top three places. The team of sophomores […]
Tragedy claims lives of police officer, talented lawyer By Jason Arndt Editor A horrific vehicle crash on a snowy afternoon in the Village of Yorkville Feb. 9 claimed the lives of two people heavily devoted to their respective professions and families. While one was a dedicated City of Racine police […]
Board is dealing with split between teachers, administration Five candidates are seeking two available seats on the Board of Education for the Yorkville Joint 2 School District, which has been rocked by controversy over leadership in recent months. District voters in Tuesday’s primary election will narrow the field to four […]
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