Waterford eyes sale of former fire station to Mobcraft By Dave Fidlin Correspondent The planned transformation of Waterford’s original fire station into a brewpub is back on village officials’ radar, though firm details are still waiting in the wings. The Village Board held a special meeting Jan. 25 to discuss […]
Sports & Other News
Venue officials rally around Echo Lake
They say retaining the dam eliminates uncertainty for Veterans Terrace By Jason Arndt Staff Writer Veterans Terrace has had a front row seat to incredible sunsets, joyful summer activities like picnics and family fishing outings, prom and homecoming pictures as well as weddings with a breathtaking backdrop of Echo Lake. […]
Dance team wins regional championship
Burlington earns slot at state tournament for seventh straight year By Mike Ramczyk Correspondent The sport of dance isn’t just about the ability to make a few moves in rhythm with your teammates. It’s much more psychological than that. So when the Burlington Dance team won regionals last year – […]
It’s a ‘game-changer’
Mayor touts plan to schedule referendum By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief Burlington Mayor Jeannie Hefty called a recent decision by the state Department of Natural Resources to allow the city some flexibility in its decision on the future of the Echo Lake dam “a gift.” “The DNR gave us […]
In this week’s Standard Press…
While there is a clear division among Burlington residents concerning the future of the Echo Lake dam, it appears people on both sides of the debate support a plan to send the issue a referendum in November. Members of the Common Council discussed the possibility Tuesday in light of […]
Apply now; decide later
City can seek state grant now and still change course of Echo Lake dam project in future, officials say The members of the Burlington Common Council are scheduled Tuesday to discuss a proposal that could buy officials some time to refine or even change their decision regarding the future of […]
Village preps for ATV vote
Union Grove plans FAQ for upcoming referendum By Dave Fidlin Correspondent In the weeks ahead, Union Grove officials will detail the three separate advisory questions related to recreational vehicles that will be placed on the April ballot through a series of outreach and communication efforts. Village Administrator Mike Hawes outlined […]
Vote set on Waterford school plans
WUHS places $19.75 million referendum on April ballot By Dave Fidlin Correspondent After months of discussion, Waterford Union High School officials have set in motion a plan to ask voters in a referendum question for the authority to pursue $19.75 million worth of improvements to the existing facility. Superintendent Luke […]
Uhlenhake, Koceja get their moment in the sun
Former BHS hoops star, coach added to school’s Wall of Fame By Mike Ramczyk Correspondent One is one of the top five basketball players to ever grace the halls of Burlington High School. The other is one of the most influential, game-changing coaches in the history of running at the […]
COVID cases plummet in past week
Hospitalizations are also down in region, statewide By Jason Arndt Staff Writer Racine County experienced a steep drop in confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases through a recent 14-day period, according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. The health department, which reported 5,043 confirmed and probable cases the week ending […]
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