But many Hot Chocolate Fest events are still a go this weekend Due to the weather forecast of snow for Friday night into Saturday, some of the Hot Chocolate Fest activities have been canceled, according to the Burlington Chamber of Commerce. All of the outdoor activities based at Wehmhoff Square […]
Sports & Other News
Grove man dies after being struck by car along dark highway
A 51-year-old Union Grove man died Saturday after being struck by a car while walking along a dark Kenosha County highway shortly before 3 a.m. Jeffery D. Etlicher suffered severe injuries as a result of the incident that was reported at 2:57 a.m. along Highway H (88th Avenue) about a […]
Major roadwork ahead
City targets portion of Milwaukee Avenue for reconstruction in 2019 By Jason Arndt Editor Road improvement projects are on the horizon in the City of Burlington, but to move forward, the Common Council on Feb. 5 will consider a task order with Kapur and Associates, Inc. to conduct construction management. […]
Look, mom, you made the paper
Ramczyk says mom lived to love, care about others For the last few months, things began to deteriorate with my mom’s health. Doctor appointments, a hospital stay and medicine became the new “normal,” a harsh reality for such a vibrant soul. Joan Ramczyk, known to some as Joni, or […]
Town incorporation study will go to referendum
It remains to be seen if it’s even possible for township to become a village By Jason Arndt Editor When Town of Burlington voters receive their ballots on April 2 they will be asked one simple question: Should the Town of Burlington continue to explore becoming a village? The question, […]
In this week’s Standard Press…
Town of Burlington voters in April will get a chance to weigh in on whether they believe it’s worthwhile for the township to continue studying the feasibility of incorporating into a village. The advisory referendum was approved on a 3-2 vote but not all agree on whether the ballot […]
City to consider Liars’ Club easement
Common Council to decide matter on Jan. 15 By Jason Arndt Editor The Burlington Common Council could consider whether to grant the Burlington Liars’ Club, 492 N. Pine St., an easement to allow the tavern to construct a balcony above city property at a meeting Tuesday, Jan. 15. The easement, […]
FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR: Waterford’s Reindl brings home state track title
Reindl caught a glimpse of her state accomplishment By Chris Bennett SPORTS CORRESPONDENT Haleigh Reindl peeked at her legacy this past spring. Reindl, then a senior at Waterford Union High School, was in the final race of her high school career – at the WIAA Division 1 state track […]
BURLINGTON STANDARD PRESS TOP SPORTS STORIES of 2018 – 1. Volleyball Titletown returns
Burlington, Catholic Central both win state titles, celebrate together in city parade By Mike Ramczyk [email protected] The city of Burlington is back on top in the world of high school volleyball, and in 2018 Catholic Central joined the party. What began as a historical accomplishment in the beginning of […]
Fishing jamboree survives the thaw
While sunny skies and unseasonably warm temperatures were welcomed by many, ice conditions were a concern when Tichigan Lake Lions Club hosted its 16th annual Ice Fishing Jamboree Jan. 5. In the end, however, the ice held up and the event went off without a hitch, according to organizers. […]
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