Hot air balloon lovers will have to rise early Saturday, July 16, to witness the launch of several colorful balloons at the start of Waterford’s Balloonfest. Weather permitting, the launch window is 6 to 7:30 a.m. at Waterford Union High School, 611 W. Main Street. The daylong Balloonfest returns to […]
Sports & Other News
In this week’s Standard Press…
He lived his formative years in the Burlington area and moved on to become one of the most well-respected character actors in Hollywood. Gregory Itzin, who died July 8 at 74, left an indelible mark wherever he went and is now being remembered for his talent and graciousness. The […]
Freedom-loving firefighters
A long line of fire vehicles travel down Main Street during the annual July 4 parade in Union Grove. (Photo Chad Hensiak)
We’re officially full-blown ‘soccer moms’
OK, this headline is a bit misleading. It’s actually softball. We’re softball moms. Well, a softball mom and dad. Erin and I experienced our first, full-blown youth sports tournament last month at Burlington High School. I must say, it was awesome. Despite rain that forced us to play the […]
Flipping for freedom
Bomb threat at bank made for a tense afternoon
By SLN staff Residents and businesses on Waterford’s east side endured three tense hours sheltering in place Tuesday afternoon as law enforcement dealt with a bomb threat at Community State Bank, 810 Fox Lane. The incident resulted in the arrest of David Brown, 52, of Burlington. On Thursday Brown was […]
In this week’s Standard Press…
The challenge now facing Burlington officials is what to ask residents about the future of the Echo Lake Dam in a November advisory referendum. Will it be a simple yes or no question, or something more complicated that asks voters to chose particular plans? Will there be more than […]
Waterford Independence Day parade ready to roll
The Waterford Lions Club will host its traditional Independence Day parade on Monday. This year’s theme is “In God We Trust” The fun begins with the kids parade at 10:30 a.m. Registration opens at 9:30 a.m. at Milwaukee and Main streets for those who wish to participate. Check-in for […]
UG July 4 parade is a ‘National Treasure’
Union Grove will host the community’s annual Fourth of July parade Monday beginning at 9:15 a.m. The parade is a community celebration and a show of appreciation to county, current military members and veterans, according to organizers. It is a joint effort of the Greater Union Grove Area Chamber of […]
Cancer journey comes full circle at state baseball
Let’s face it, you can’t really talk about God anymore. OK, maybe at church, but in the average, everyday setting like work or in public places, or schools, you can’t just “go there” and talk about religion and God and all that stuff. Well, Tuesday was one of those […]
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