Burned building was 50 feet from primary residence A Racine County Sheriff’s deputy woke members of a Yorkville family early Wednesday morning and evacuated them from their home as an adjacent building of their property burned. The building – a former farmhouse that was no longer occupied – was fully […]
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Officials unveil county vaccination clinic
COVID-19 vaccine availability continues to expand locally By Jason Arndt Staff Writer Local and state officials strongly encouraged Racine County residents to seek a COVID-19 vaccine on Tuesday when the Wisconsin Department of Health Services opened a community-based vaccination clinic in the City of Racine. County officials previously said the […]
Long overdue honor
Waterford Union High School Superintendent Lucas Francois presents an honorary diploma to World War II veteran Raymond Schaefer during a March 18 celebration at the school. Schaefer, 96, now of Franklin, set aside his ambition to graduate in 1943 while a student at Racine County School of Agriculture and Domestic […]
In this week’s Standard Press…
Most Burlington residents didn’t grow up knowing what it’s like to be a member of a minority group. Alex Hanesakda did. But, as his father taught him, he put his head down and ignored people who targeted him because of his Asian background. That code of silence ended last […]
Berezowitz named boys basketball Athlete of the Year
Sharpshooting Burlington High School guard Joey Berezowitz was named Athlete of the Year among boys basketball players in the Southern Lakes Conference. The senior established a new career scoring record at BHS this season. Berezowitz was one of 10 Burlington winter athletes honored by their respective sports. The BHS […]
City eyes full upgrade for Maryland Ave.
Council poised to OK plan for sidewalks, bike lanes, trail By Jason Arndt Staff Writer The Burlington Common Council will consider awarding a bid to Wanasek Corporation, of Burlington, for the 2021 Street Improvement program with Maryland Avenue reconstruction as the primary project. Wanasek, according to Director of Public Works […]
In this week’s Standard Press…
It’ll be more than a year since local students in grades 7-12 attended Burlington Area School District classes with all their classmates when full in-person classes resume April 6. The decision to return fully – made by the School Board on a 5-2 vote Monday – comes with concerns and […]
Mayor proposes task force to address race relations
Consultant would help officials identify problems, seek solutions By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief Burlington Mayor Jeannie Hefty said she bristles each time she reads a newspaper story or social media post in which someone labels Burlington a racist community. “I have rejected that from the beginning,” Hefty said when […]
Late collapse ends Demons’ season
Crucial injury, turnovers down the stretch bounce team from playoffs By Mike Ramczyk Correspondent Dane Kornely turned into perhaps the most important player on the Burlington basketball team since Feb. 1. Just ask Mukwonago – or Muskego. Drive east on Highway 50, stop in Paddock Lake, and walk up to […]
District’s attorney handles probe of BHS teacher
Officials want third party to investigate claims, ensure due process By Jason Arndt Staff Writer Burlington High School teacher Jeff Taff, already under investigation for an alleged inappropriate lesson plan, faces a new accusation and remains on non-disciplinary paid administrative leave. The accusations, according to Burlington Area School District officials, […]
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