Southern Lakes names all-conference teams BOYS BASKETBALL ATHLETE OF THE YEAR: Tre’ Williams, senior, Westosha Central FIRST TEAM: Williams, Westosha Central; Nick Klug, junior, Burlington; Alex Easterday, senior, Elkhorn; Latrell Glass, junior, Wilmot; Jack Pettit, junior, Union Grove. SECOND TEAM: Luke Geiger, senior, Burlington; Ross Ingersoll, senior, Elkhorn; Matthew […]
Sports & Other News
PHOTOS: Burlington battles Catholic Central in softball season opener
School Board member presents his ‘flip side’
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor Since the Burlington Area School District has decided on the three referendum questions on the April 4 ballot, School Board Member Phil Ketterhagen has maintained the majority of his issues come with Question No. 1 – Karcher Middle School. On Tuesday night, Ketterhagen, along with his […]
What to follow this spring, March Madness, winter studs
The days are officially getting longer, and the temperatures are heating up. No more staying inside all day and watching “Frozen” on repeat with the baby. It’s time to get outside and enjoy the sunshine. And though we all know Wisconsin could decide to drop a foot of snow on […]
Middle school referendum question hinges on replace or repair debate
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor Since the Burlington Area School District began its review of its facilities, the single largest question mark has always been Karcher Middle School. At the heart of the building is the original 1924 construction – what was originally Burlington High School. Over the years, four different […]
Rochester might sell unused liquor license to Burlington
By Dave Fidlin CORRESPONDENT The City of Burlington continues to reach out to neighboring municipalities, in pursuit of additional alcoholic beverage licenses it can distribute to interested bars and restaurants. Mayor Jeannie Hefty on Monday paid the Rochester Village Board a visit to discuss Burlington’s current situation. Under state statutes, […]
Grove boys step up late in season
By Tim Wester Sports Correspondent Union Grove boys basketball coach Dave Pettit perfected his improvisation skills this season. Plagued by injuries and an undersized frontline, Pettit had to adjust lineups, rotations and defenses on the fly to keep the Broncos afloat. The Broncos responded well to the improvisation, finishing […]
Silver lining: Playoff loss doesn’t diminish Union Grove basketball season
By Tim Wester Sports Correspondent Nobody captured the pain of Union Grove girls basketball team’s WIAA Division 2 Regional final loss to Milton like coach Rob Domagalski. The veteran coach said the loss was like a train hitting a wall at 100 miles per hour. The Broncos came into […]
City Hall will close half hour earlier
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor A change is coming to the City of Burlington. Hours for City Hall will change Monday, April 3, with official hours now from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Hours currently are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Director of Administrative Services Megan Watkins […]
Making new friends
Natasha McAnally (left) finds herself instant friends with Tiny Paws rescue dog Ritchie at the March 11 Burlington Home and Garden Show. The dogs at the show were a hit with many visitors. (Photo by Jennifer Eisenbart)
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