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Wednesday, May 14, 2025
A 25-year-old Spring Prairie man died this morning when the truck he was driving crashed into a tree on South Road in the Town of Lyons. Earl J. Finke, the sole occupant of the 2005 Ford F250, was pronounced dead at the scene, according to the Walworth County Sheriff’s Department. […]
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor With the City of Burlington looking to save money by refinancing one of its tax incremental financing districts and also start another, the issue of borrowing money drew a fair amount of discussion at City Council meeting Tuesday night. The council unanimously approved two different general […]
While the rest of the snow seemed to melt away and winter’s hold on the area disappeared last week, a Burlington institution got its season started. Long-time Adrian’s employee Betty Hopkins creates a banana split at Adrian’s Frozen Custard Friday as the shop opened for business. (Photo by Jennifer […]
Blair’s versatility, leadership lands her top spot With the girls basketball season ending last weekend in Green Bay, it’s time to reflect on a winter to remember. First off, I have to say congratulations to one of our Southern Lakes Newspapers teams, the Whitewater Whippets, on their first state […]
Girls advance to state for third time in 4 seasons By Chris Bennett Sports Correspondent A cheerleading renaissance is in its infancy at Burlington High School. The Demons advanced to the Wisconsin Association of Cheer and Pom Coaches State Cheer Championships for the third time in four seasons this […]
City planners OK permit for remote-control racers By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief A local couple’s attempt to make their hobby store a destination spot for remote-control car racers got a shot of nitro March 10 when the city’s Plan Commission approved a special permit that allows them to build […]
This website and several others operated by Southern Lakes Newspapers have been inaccessible from time to time over the past three days due to technical problems experienced by the company’s third-party hosting provider. We apologize for the site delays and have been assured by our hosting provider that the problem […]
By Patricia Bogumil Editor Village of Rochester voters will choose a new Village Board president in the April 7 election, choosing between incumbent board trustees Christopher Bennett and Edward Chart. Both candidates hope to replace incumbent Board president Paul Beere, who is not seeking re-election. With Beere out of town […]
Zero In Wisconsin Drive Sober app can help The luck of the Irish won’t prevent a drunken driving arrest – or even worse – a crash on St. Patrick’s Day if you drive while impaired. So, those planning to celebrate the holiday should consider downloading the Zero In Wisconsin Drive […]
After a difficult year, Rescue Squad and mayor put focus on future By Ed Nadolski Editor in Chief After a tumultuous year that saw strained relations and drawn-out contract negotiations between the City of Burlington and the all-volunteer Burlington Rescue Squad, both sides are expressing optimism the situation is on […]
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