By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor First there was “Black Friday” – the traditional shopping day that follows the Thanksgiving holiday. And as that has progressed, both good and bad over the years, other traditional shopping days have emerged. One of the newest this year was Nov. 30’s “Shop Local” day, which […]
Sports & Other News
State title or bust? BBW gymnasts eyeing crown (with video)
Sports Editor Mike Ramczyk interviews the leaders of the Burlington/Badger/Wilmot gymnastics team on their quest for a state title. By Mike Ramczyk Sports Editor Burlington/Badger/Wilmot gymnastics coach Diane Biedrzycki wants to be humble when talking about her team’s state title aspirations this season. “It’s more of a goal […]
Taking a step back: Gateway looking at alternative options
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor For Gateway Technical College Vice President Bill Whyte, the Nov. 14 listening session on the proposed emergency vehicle training course and public safety building in Burlington provided more than just feedback. It gave a clear message as well. “We’ve slowed down, intentionally,” Whyte said Tuesday. In […]
Burlington’s Block resigns as football coach
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor Burlington High School football coach Hans Block announced his resignation to his team Wednesday afternoon, winding up a process that began Monday when he gave his letter of resignation to BHS Athletic Director Eric Plitzuweit. Block said Wednesday evening that it was time for a change […]
St. Mary Parish 175th Anniversary section
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Santa Claus is coming…
Mr. and Mrs. Claus wrapped up the annual Burlington Christmas parade Friday, ringing in the Christmas season. (Photo by Jennifer Eisenbart)
Archbishop visits Burlington to celebrate parish milestone
The Most Rev. Jerome Listecki, archbishop of Milwaukee, discusses the faith that sustained Immaculate Conception St. Mary Parish through 175 years of history Sunday during a special Mass to celebrate the parish’s anniversary. Listecki was joined by seven other priests who have ties to the parish along with parishioners […]
BHS students earn Voice of Democracy awards
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor In terms of public speaking, there have been some firsts this fall at Burlington High School. It’s the first time BHS has offered an honors level of Basic Public Speaking – and also the first time the high school has participated in the Voice of Democracy […]
Officials agree there’s no perfect solution for snow removal
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor As the first light dusting of snow stuck to the ground in the past month, it seemed only fitting that snow removal procedures for the City of Burlington be reviewed. The snow removal policy was on the Committee of the Whole agenda Dec. 3 for the […]
Catholic Central boys basketball will lean on experience
By Bud Milroy Sports Correspondent The Toppers will finally get a chance to see if experience matters. The 2013-2014 Catholic Central squad returns all five starters this season along with several part-time starters. The question now is can all that experience translate into victories in the super tough Metro […]
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