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Wednesday, May 14, 2025
News from the Burlington area
So, have you noticed those signs at the entrances to City of Burlington parks warning people that dogs are not welcome? Many people have. And, depending on your viewpoint, those signs are a barrier to a welcoming community or the key to keeping parks safe and sanitary. Those different […]
A Town of Lyons man is charged with six felony and two misdemeanor offenses after being found with nearly 13 pounds of marijuana and $20,000 cash in his Pleasant Street home. Donald J. Puchalski III, 25, who has a Burlington address, was charged Feb. 1 in Walworth County Circuit Court […]
Local woman named Wisconsin’s Miss Amazing By Jason Arndt Editor For some girls and women, getting crowned at a pageant is just a dream, but Burlington’s Jenna Antreassian made the dream a reality last Saturday when she was named Wisconsin’s Miss Amazing. Miss Amazing, a national competition that started in […]
Colleagues sing praises late deputy fire chief By Jason Arndt Editor Gregory Havel was more than just firefighter, he was a close friend, a spiritual leader and always selflessly served the community, according to his former colleagues. Havel, who started his tenure as a Town of Burlington firefighter in 1987, […]
A revered firefighter and friend is recalled by those who knew him best – the other firefighters who trusted him with their lives. Gregory Havel was so much more than just a firefighter, according to those who worked alongside him. He was a friend, confidant and spiritual leader. That’s […]
The City of Burlington primary election for District 4 alderman saw incumbent Todd Bauman and challenger Frank Korb advance to the April 2 spring election. According to unofficial results, among the 143 votes cast, 63 went to Bauman while Korb advanced by narrow margin over Art Gardner. Korb received […]
Organization growing leaders By Jason Arndt Editor When some people hear about FFA, they often only envision farming. But area high school students said there is more to the national organization than just this portion of agriculture. The students – who attend Waterford, Union Grove and Burlington – look to […]
After three residents filed candidacy papers for the Common Council’s fourth district, there will be a primary election, which is set for Tuesday. The candidates, including one incumbent, explained why they are seeking the seat along with their vision for the future. The primary election, meanwhile, will reduce the field […]
Local hobby store’s indoor RC track gains faithful following By Chad Hensiak Correspondent In 2011, Scott and Kristen Parks opened a small metal detector store on Chestnut Street in Burlington. Interest in their product line was high, and it was not long before they outgrew that location and began looking […]
Jaycees ice fishing derby set for Saturday By Jason Arndt Editor Featuring music and raffles, the eighth annual Off the Hook Ice Fishing Derby, which is set for Saturday at Fischer Park on Browns Lake features something for everyone. The fishing derby, hosted by the Burlington Jaycees, has attracted hundreds […]
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