Romo documentary premiers at local theater By Jason Arndt Editor Before Tony Romo donned a Demons football jersey, the former Dallas Cowboy quarterback played soccer, which is one of many insights featured in a documentary that follows his life in Burlington. The documentary titled “Now or Never: A Tony Romo […]
Sports & Other News
The coolest place in town
Aquatic Center packs ’em in as temperatures soar By Jason Arndt Editor With temperatures topping out above 90 degrees this week, many people packed the Burlington Community Aquatic Center, where new memberships continue to trickle in daily. According to Pool Director Jeanne Otter, who reported 705 of the 783 total […]
Gravel pit decision postponed
Spring Prairie residents line up in opposition to proposal By Jason Arndt Editor Spring Prairie residents voiced opposition to a proposed gravel pit in the township, even after the Planning and Zoning Commission postponed the decision at a June 27 meeting. Robert Kordus, president of Union Grove-based Asphalt Contractors, Inc., […]
In this week’s Standard Press…
There is no sophomore slump for the Burlington Community Aquatic Center. In its second season the $5 million waterpark is already ahead of the record membership pace set during its inaugural season. And that was before the 90-degree temperatures arrived this week. Editor Jason Arndt reports the Aquatic Center […]
Venetian Fest hits Browns Lake Saturday
Event includes boat parade, ski show, live music, fireworks By Jason Arndt Editor The annual Browns Lake Venetian Fest returns to Fischer Park on Saturday, July 6, and features live music, an Aquaducks water ski show and fireworks. The event opens with a 9 a.m. kayak/canoe/paddleboard excursion. According to organizer […]
A patriotic blast!
Waterford Lions set for July 4 celebration The Waterford Lions Club has organized an explosion of red, white and blue patriotism the celebrate Independence Day on Thursday, July 4. The celebration will again be highlighted by the annual parade with a theme of “Land of the Free and Home of […]
Union Grove parade ready to blast off
Annual event shoots for the moon in 2019 Union Grove’s annual Independence Day parade will attempt to reach stellar heights when it steps off Thursday, July 4. “Moon Landing – 50th Anniversary” is the theme of the 2019 parade. According to organizers, various float entries will commemorate the July 20, […]
July 4 festivities benefit local fire department
Event to feature food, drink, music and fireworks The City of Burlington Fire Department will hold its annual Independence Day dance and fundraiser at Echo Park on July 4. Festivities begin at 2 p.m. with food, drink, games, music and dancing. A bag-toss tournament will begin at 3 p.m. Lunchmoney […]
Krause caps prep career with All-State status
Burlington lefty now focused on college By Jason Arndt Editor Trey Krause will represent Burlington one last time this weekend, when he heads to Oshkosh to play in the All-Star Baseball Classic, which is a senior showcase. The left-handed Krause, previously named Southern Lakes Conference Player of the Year for […]
A hobby where Kindness Rocks!
Painted, hidden stones are intended to brighten a stranger’s day By Chris Bennett Correspondent Rocks are everywhere, but few among us pause for a closer look. A group in the Burlington area is making it so you should stop and consider the object of your gaze. The rocks they place […]
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