By Dave Fidlin Correspondent A grading system touted in some education circles as increasing achievement and helping students hone in more closely on learning could soon make its way to the Washington-Caldwell School District. Superintendent Jill Saltzmann discussed a proposal to incorporate a standards-based grading system into the K-8 feeder […]
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Aldermen to host listening sessions
First of informal gatherings is Saturday In an effort to better connect with the community, members of the City of Burlington Common Council will host two informal sessions, dubbed “Coffee with an Alderman,” this month. The sessions are scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 23, from 8 to 10 a.m. and Tuesday, […]
In this week’s Standard Press…
This week’s print edition of the Burlington Standard Press includes of front-page feature story on how Kelly Kahl, president of entertainment for CBS, keeps his Burlington roots close to his heart. Readers will also find stories about: • Why local Republican legislators believe the proposed Foxconn development will be transformational […]
Park work is a sight for sore eyes, mayor says
Work begins on turning eyesore into scout’s dream By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief Work began this week on the conversion of a rundown former gas station site into a gateway park for the City of Burlington. Crews from Reesman’s excavating and landscaping were on site Monday and Tuesday, moving […]
Union Grove sophomore dies behind town of Dover home
By Jason Arndt Staff Writer Tragedy struck a town of Dover family Wednesday, when a 15-year-old boy died 200 yards behind their home in the 22700 block of Deer Meadow Drive, where his father found him submerged in a small pond. The 15-year-old was identified as Union Grove High School […]
Arrest made in cold case
Mother was found on roadside in Raymond 17 years ago By Jason Arndt Staff Writer For more than 17 years, the murder of Juanita Zdroik was an unforgettable and chilling moment for Racine County Sheriff Christopher Schmaling, who announced the arrest of one of two suspects in Monday morning […]
City won’t buy downtown site
Officials were considering Roger’s Auto property By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief The City of Burlington has decided not to pursue the purchase of the current Roger’s Auto property, 233 Main St. The Common Council met in a closed session Sept. 12 and opted not to buy the property […]
Village, two townships won’t receive state funds for July flooding
By Dave Fidlin Correspondent The Village of Waterford will not receive outside financial assistance for clean-up efforts linked to the flooding that ravaged portions of Western Racine County in mid-July. Village Administrator Rebecca Ewald provided an update on the municipality’s effort to seek financial assistance at a Village Board meeting […]
Summer winds; autumn scenes
A hayride makes its way through downtown Rochester Saturday during the Day in the Country celebration. The event, which features an autumn theme, played out to sunny skies and temperatures in the 80s. See this week’s Burlington Standard Press and Waterford Post for more photos from the event. (Photo by […]
Circling the drain
The last vestiges of the Burlington Community Pool are broken up and hauled away Thursday as demolition of the facility makes way for construction of a new aquatic center. The modern, full-featured aquatic center is slated to open for the 2018 swimming season. (Photo by Ed Nadolski)
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