Racine County-owned golf courses and dog parks will open to the public on Friday, according to County Executive Jonathan Delagrave. Officials also plan to open the county’s two campgrounds on May 1. Delagrave said in a news release that the openings are in accordance with Gov. Tony Evers’ most […]
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High school examines options in wake of failed school officer vote
Cutting other expenses or going without are the choices officials face, superintendent says By Dave Fidlin Correspondent The second time was not a charm for the Waterford Union High School District. This spring, voters in Waterford, Rochester, Norway and slivers over other nearby townships within the high school’s boundaries voted […]
Stay strong, neighbors
This message of strength and perseverance greets drivers along South Colony Avenue near 58th Road on Union Grove’s north side. Similar public expressions are seen in communities throughout the area as residents cope with a societal shutdown due to coronavirus. (Photo by Ed Nadolski)
Just chillin’
A boy looks at his phone while sitting in one of the oversized Adirondack chairs in Waterford’s Village Hall Park Sunday. Local parks have been popular in recent weeks as residents seek to get outdoors while observing social distancing guidelines. (Photo by Ed Nadolski)
Unsolved mystery: What happened to Kerry O’Brien-Krueger?
Family continues to search for answers after 30 years By Jason Arndt Staff Writer Kerry O’Brien-Krueger’s family has spent more than 30 years looking for answers into the Burlington woman’s disappearance. O’Brien-Krueger, 31, one of seven children, seemingly vanished without a trace Dec. 6, 1989, from her residence in the […]
In this week’s Standard Press…
It was a little more than 30 years ago that Kerry O’Brien-Krueger vanished from her Burlington home without a trace. The 31-year-old wife and mother of a 3-year-old daughter hasn’t been heard from since. Was it foul play? Did she sneak off and start a new life? Theories abound, […]
Real estate industry adapts to effects of pandemic
Services include online showings and curbside closings By Mike Ramczyk Correspondent The effects of coronavirus are being felt across all industries. And real estate is no exception. While virtual tours and online photos to show houses are being promoted more often with fears of germs and catching illness these days, […]
Man allegedly slashed brother’s head
A status conference is scheduled for May 28 for a Union Grove man charged with cutting his brother’s forehead. Robert C. Moorehead, 63, was charged April 9 in Racine County Circuit Court with mayhem and aggravated battery, both with the use of a dangerous weapon; obstructing an officer; and […]
City explores its new brand proposal
Current effort focuses on ‘City of Trails’ By Jason Arndt Staff Writer The City of Burlington has been known as Chocolate City since ChocolateFest started more than three decades ago. While many questions remain, the city could transform itself as a “City of Trails” under a rebranding effort that is […]
Commission endorses plan to subdivide monastery site
City Council could clear way for development at little-used property By Jason Arndt Staff Writer The Franciscan Friars have seen dwindling numbers in recent years and face the daunting task of managing little-used properties both locally and nationwide. With an uncertain future, other Franciscan groups in the state have sold […]