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News from throughout Western Racine County.

Union Grove

Man allegedly slashed brother’s head

  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 […]

Burlington

City explores its new brand proposal

Current effort focuses on ‘City of Trails’ By Jason Arndt Staff Writer The City of Burlington has been known as Chocolate City since ChocolateFest started more than three decades ago. While many questions remain, the city could transform itself as a “City of Trails” under a rebranding effort that is […]

Waterford

Boosters donate nearly $20,000 to WUHS

Club raises funds for various athletic needs By Dave Fidlin Correspondent Throughout the year, representatives of the Wolverine Booster Club collect funds to benefit Waterford Union High School’s various athletic activities through such efforts as an annual pancake breakfast and golf outing and concession sales. As the 2019-20 school year […]

Union Grove

A lifeline for local business

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 […]

Burlington

In this week’s Standard Press…

      The sprawling grounds of the St. Francis Friary in Burlington are both beautiful and heartbreaking. Decades ago when the monastery was filled with friars, the picturesque property was meticulously maintained. The peaceful grottos and shrines scattered about the grounds served as a source of inspiration for visitors as well […]

News

Incumbents rule spring election

Waterford school police officer referendum fails by narrow margin Here’s a roundup of results of local races from the April 7 election. The results released by the Racine County clerk’s office late Monday afternoon are unofficial at this point. Racine County Board Longtime incumbents Thomas Pringle and Mike Dawson retained […]

Burlington

Area’s state parks forced to close

Governor orders 40 parks to close to promote social distancing At a time when outdoor recreation is needed more than ever, 40 of Wisconsin state parks, forests and recreational areas have been ordered to close – victims of their own popularity. Gov. Tony Evers on Thursday directed the Department of […]

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An election like no other

Local municipalities alter procedures to minimize spread of coronavirus By Mike Ramczyk Correspondent Amid controversy surrounding the coronavirus, Wisconsin went through with its Spring Election Tuesday, and the area took charge in promoting both worker and voter safety. The state Supreme Court late Monday overturned Gov. Tony Evers’ request to […]

Burlington

In this week’s Standard Press…

      With scenes that would have been right at home in a science fiction movie, voters on Tuesday braved the threat of coronavirus to cast ballots processed in many cases by poll workers in full protective garb – gowns, gloves, masks and face shields. It was an election unlike any […]