By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor As the first light dusting of snow stuck to the ground in the past month, it seemed only fitting that snow removal procedures for the City of Burlington be reviewed. The snow removal policy was on the Committee of the Whole agenda Dec. 3 for the […]
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News from throughout Western Racine County.
Gasoline prices fell last week
Average retail gasoline prices in Wisconsin have fallen 3.5 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.10 on Sunday. This compares with the national average that has fallen 0.7 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.24, according to gasoline price website WisconsinGasPrices.com. Including the change in gas […]
Most incumbents poised to run again
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor It’s that time of the year again – and no, that isn’t referring to the holidays. Those running for public office could officially take out election papers starting this week, and as of Tuesday, there were no major surprises. All incumbents – with the exception of […]
Treatment plant fails chemical testing, twice
By Jason Arndt Correspondent Union Grove Public Works has launched an investigation into the cause of two failed tests at its Treatment Plant in a three-month span and inquiring with commercial businesses to determine the source. “There is an investigation going on in regards […]
Highway project vs. historic district needs will be discussed
By Patricia Bogumil Editor Village of Waterford officials, business leaders and interested members of the public are invited to a special meeting being called to consider possible ways to mitigate the planned removal of the former River House bar and restaurant, 101 E. Main St. […]
Needhams present Gospel music concert Sunday, Dec. 8
The Nashville recording artist group, The Needhams, specializing in Southern Gospel music, will perform a Sunday service with Pastor Jim Cantrell of New Beginnings Christian Church on Sunday, Dec. 8, from 10 a.m. to11:30 a.m., at the New Beginnings Christian Church, located at 318 W. Main St. in Waterford. […]
Pushing for more: BHS changes economics class lineup
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor For the last few years, Burlington High School teachers Ken Savaglia and Jeremy Fitch have noticed a somewhat-alarming trend. When it comes to fulfilling the “personal finance” .5 credit graduation requirement students are gravitating toward the easier of the courses. With a change made by the […]
Get onboard
Tri-County Model Railroad Club hosts an open house on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 1010 Vine St., Union Grove. Admission is free. For details, call 878-2780 or 878-3594.
City Council approves 2014 budget
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor The City of Burlington Common Council approved the 2014 city budget Tuesday night and, as expected, most tax bills to remain roughly the same. The mill rate will increase from $7.81 percent to $8.65 per $1,000 of property value – a number finalized after manufacturing values […]
Enjoy Christmas coffee and more
Union Grove United Methodist Church, 906 12th Ave., will host a Christmas coffee, silent auction, goodie and bake sale Saturday, Dec. 7. Doors open at 6 p.m. Enjoy traditional Christmas music, free admittance, coffee, beverage, popcorn and hot dogs. For details, call 878-1590 or visit [email protected].
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