Weekend activities around the Union Grove area include: FALL FESTIVAL: The annual fall festival is Friday Oct. 4, 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. (and Oct. 5, noon to 11 p.m.) at St. Robert Church, 3320 S. Colony Ave., Union Grove. Enjoy bingo, live music, $2 beer, food, games, haunted hayride, […]
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Phosphorous appeal decision could take a few months
By Jason Arndt Correspondent A fairly long wait is likely in response to a recent appeal filed by the Village of Union Grove with the Department of Natural Resources that could save the Village up to $4.5 million to reduce phosphorous discharges. “We sent paperwork to the state […]
Raymond School residents invited to offer facility study feedback Oct. 1
At its Sept. 16 school board meeting, the Raymond School District School Board received findings from a comprehensive facility assessment recently completed by Eppstein Uhen Architects (EUA). The assessment highlighted findings detailed in the complete Facility Assessment report and confirmed needs related to plumbing and sewage management, deteriorating roof […]
High school hosts field dedication and open house Sunday
The public is invited to attend the field dedication for the newly named “Bronco Field” and athletic facilities at Union Grove Union High School on Sunday afternoon, Sept. 29. A ribbon-cutting ceremony and field dedication is at 1 p.m. Immediately afterward, an open house […]
Time for an all-you-can-eat fish boil
North Cape Lutheran Church will host its 30th annual All-You-Can-Eat Fish Boil on Saturday, Sept. 28, from 3:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. This one is even better than Door County fish boils, and uses all boneless, skinless ocean cod. The fish are smothered in melted butter (or cholesterol-free […]
Gun shop issue at Plan Commission
By Jason Arndt Correspondent In Village of Union Grove Plan Commission business Sept. 16, village resident Brett Buisse received approval to seek a permit by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms to open a gun repair shop in the industrial park on Commerce Drive. Buisse assured […]
Village considers best uses of an extra $800
By Jason Arndt Correspondent Long-time car dealership Martin’s Chrysler donated the winnings from the downtown “Take a Seat on Main” contest, where Union Grove businesses decorated chairs provided by Cedar World. The presentation of Martin’s check for $300, in addition to $500 from Cedar World as part of […]
Everyone is invited
Union Grove Union High School hosts the dedication ceremony for its new athletic fields at 1 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 29, followed by an open house featuring the school’s newly renovated areas, such as the culinary lab (including a chef making free samples). The Milwaukee Brewers Racing Sausages arrive for […]
Offering a fresh look at local history
By Jason Arndt Correspondent After spending many hours delving into and digging up 175 years of Union Grove history, the History Seekers group has earned its right to stay at the Village Hall. That follows the organization’s public presentation of artifacts during the Village’s annual Super Saturday held […]
Outlet sparks fire at senior living facility in Union Grove
An overloaded electrical outlet is being blamed for starting of fire Saturday afternoon in a 22-unit assisted living complex for senoirs in the 1400 block of 13th Avenue in Union Grove. Damage was confined to the unit where the fire started and there were no injuries reported, however, one person […]