The Moving Wall – a traveling, half-size replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial – is coming to Racine and will be available for viewing Aug. 27-31 at Pritchard Park. The opening ceremonies will be at 5 p.m., Aug. 28, and will be preceded with the “Ride to the Wall,” led […]
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Ski team pulls in second place at nationals
It’s been quite the competition season for the Browns Lake Aquaducks waterski team. After finishing fourth at the Wisconsin State Waterski Tournament July 19 – just 39 points from first – the Aquaducks took the team on the road to Tomahawk for the Division II Nationals. The Aquaducks secured second […]
Second thoughts on LSD leads to charges
A Burlington High School student who wanted to add something illegal to his post-prom party is facing a felony drug charge. Devan Adkins, 17, was charged with possession with intent to deliver LSD after purchasing the substance from Nathan Hostetler in April. Hostetler, who lives in Las Vegas, is facing […]
Haylofters bring Dr. Seuss to the stage
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor Using the beloved Dr. Seuss children’s books of “The Cat in the Hat,” “Horton Hears a Who!” and “Green Eggs and Ham” as the backdrop, the children’s show “Seussical the Musical” hits the stage of the Malt House Theater, Burlington, starting Thursday. The children’s shows produced […]
Director to step away from Love Inc.
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor In the past 13 years, Love Inc. Executive Director Bill Schoessling has watched the non-profit service agency – and the people who work there – make an impact on the lives of people around them. He’s so proud of the staff, in fact, that he said, […]
Online public school registration now open
Online registration for students in the Burlington Area School District for the 2015-16 school year is now open and runs until Aug. 17. All students in kindergarten through 12th grade who have previously attended local public schools must register online. Students who are new to the district are asked to […]
Policy change to allow use of EpiPens by school staff
Proposed policy allows emergency injectors for allergic reactions By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief Local public school staff will likely have another tool to use in the event of medical emergencies this coming school year. The Burlington Area School District’s Policy Committee on Monday recommended approval of revisions to district […]
School district moves closer to facilities study
Committee tabs architectural firm to lead process By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief The Burlington Area School District is poised to hire an architect with a long history of work in the district to develop a plan to update schools and facilities. The district’s Buildings, Grounds and Transportation Committee on […]
A bond like no other
Officer mourns death of canine partner By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief Just how close were Sgt. John Fisher and his canine partner Natz? It took Fisher more than a week to respond to telephone queries from the press seeking comment on the death of his longtime partner. Fisher said […]
Setting goals is mayor’s top priority
He says officials must determine city’s needs, then prioritize By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief When asked Tuesday what’s the greatest task facing the City of Burlington in the coming year, Mayor Bob Miller didn’t hesitate. “Prioritize,” he said. In the past year and a half the city’s ability to […]
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