Governor predicted growing economy would help campaign draw even By Jason Arndt Editor Although Gov. Scott Walker was down by five points in polls back in September, the Republican incumbent said at the time he was confident his campaign could close the gap by focusing on the growing economy and […]

What’s best for children is best for state, he says By Jason Arndt Staff writer Democratic challenger Tony Evers and incumbent Republican Gov. Scott Walker are locked in a neck-and-neck race for the state’s highest office with mere days remaining before the Nov. 6 election. Recent polls have shown the […]

In Racine County, roughly 54 percent of voting-age adults cast ballots in Tuesday’s election, matching the relatively high turnout statewide. The Associated Press has reported that 54.2 percent of the state’s voters turned out for Tuesday’s election, which featured a hotly contested gubernatorial race. Other than the 2012 recall election, […]

It’s upstart vs. heavyweight in 63rd district By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor For State Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, the last four years under Gov. Scott Walker have been a triumph. For his challenger Andy Mitchell, Walker’s record is less so, and Mitchell is intent on making changes should he be elected. […]

Wanggaard and Bryce are on the ballot, Thompkins a write-in By Patricia Bogumil Staff Writer Wisconsin’s 21st Senate District election features a race between a former incumbent and two political newcomers. Van Wanggaard, who represented the 21st Senate District until being recalled in 2011 – in large part over Act […]

By Kellen Olshefski Staff Writer In a candidate forum Oct. 21, candidates Dan Kilkenny and Steve Nass were given an opportunity to speak on why they’re pursuing the vacant seat in Wisconsin’s 11th Senate District. The seat was vacated earlier this year when former State Sen. Neal Kedzie retired. Nass, […]

Incumbent, challenger share focus on tourism By Kellen Olshefski Staff Writer Candidates for Wisconsin’s 32nd Assembly District came together Oct. 21 to discuss their plans if elected and answer questions from citizens during the Geneva Lake West Chamber of Commerce’s candidate forum. Facing off in the 32nd District are Alan […]

Referendum will likely decide future of village By Gail Peckler-Dziki                  Correspondent Two separate referenda concerning Silver Lake will be on the ballot Tuesday – both dealing with the future of the village. Two questions will be asked: “Should the Silver Lake Village Board be prohibited from entering into any agreement […]