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Burlington News

Her view from the frontline

Traveling nurse from area helps tackle COVID-19 By Jason Arndt Staff Writer Paige Wightman’s eyes have seen realities of COVID-19 and the toll the virus takes on patients while working as a traveling registered nurse. Wightman, a 2009 Burlington High School graduate, has spent nearly two months in a COVID-19 […]

Burlington High School Sports

Senior Snapshot: Gracie Peterson

Demons’ infielder says ‘cherish every moment’ By Jason Arndt Staff Writer The Standard Press plans to recognize senior student-athletes from all spring sports teams, which saw their seasons cut short because of COVID-19. Coaches, senior student-athletes, parents and athletic directors are welcome to reach out to the Standard Press by […]

Burlington

Auxiliary hopes poppies bloom online

Traditional annual veterans fundraiser scratched by coronavirus By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief To organizer Elaine Phelps the annual American Legion Auxiliary Poppy Day fundraiser in Burlington means much more than the relatively modest $3,100 it raised in 2019. “It’s a sign that we’re still Americans and we still stand […]

Burlington

COVID-19 testing draws a crowd

National Guard conducts coronavirus testing in school parking lot By Jason Arndt Staff Writer The Wisconsin National Guard, in partnership with multiple health departments, have ramped up free drive-thru testing for COVID-19 statewide including a stop at Burlington High School. The Burlington site, which saw more than 300 people tested […]

Burlington

Prailes decides not to run

After a trying week, former alderman changes mind about challenging Vos A week after announcing his intention to run as a Democrat for the 63rd Assembly District seat currently held by Speaker Robin Vos, former Burlington alderman Bob Prailes has decided not to seek the position. In a statement released […]

Union Grove

Union Grove considers COVID-19 protocol

Officials consider procedures once Village Hall reopens By Dave Fidlin Correspondent While the Union Grove municipal center remains closed to the public into the foreseeable future, village officials are in the early stages of exploring protocol once Gov. Tony Evers lifts his Safer-at-Home order. At a meeting April 27, Village […]