First team state berth, most individual qualifiers ever By Mike Ramczyk Sports Editor In Burlington, the high school volleyball teams dominate the headlines along with the football teams. Winning state titles will bring your program notoriety and respect. For decades, the Burlington girls tennis squad has been […]
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Sheriff to discuss exhumation of Jane Doe grave
Investigators search for new clues in 1999 murder of unnamed woman Racine County Sheriff Christopher Schmaling will hold a press conference Thursday to discuss the exhumation of the remains of an unidentified woman who was murdered in 1999. The press conference is set for 2 p.m. at the Law Enforcement […]
Making the grade: Waterford area schools aim for high expectations
By Patricia Bogumil editor The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction recently released 2012-13 school report cards for each public school and district in the state. The reports create a more standardized method for parents and residents to check out the effectiveness of their local schools. How we’re doing […]
Making the grade: Local schools aim for high expectations
By Patricia Bogumil editor The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction recently released 2012-13 school report cards for each public school and district in the state. The reports create a more standardized method for parents and residents to check out the effectiveness of their local schools. How we’re doing […]
Cemetery association set to meet with city, town
Association remains in dire need of financial help By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor For the last year, the Burlington Cemetery Association has been trying to get both the city and the town of Burlington to help it out of its financial troubles. The association, hammered hard when a former member embezzled […]
A hair-raising performance
The Burlington High School dance team performs at halftime of the Oct. 11 game against Wilmot. While the football team was unable to come out with a victory, the dance team and cheerleading squad presented winning performances, judging by the applause from the appreciative crowd. (Photo by Ed Nadolski)
Raymond School problems eyed
By Jason Arndt Correspondent Residents within the Raymond School District are facing tough decisions about their school facility following a community workshop held Oct. 1, where the District unveiled a three-month study conducted by Milwaukee-based architectural firm Eppstein Uhen identifying the needs of the school, which was built in 1961. […]
Teen fundraiser will benefit TLC
Students in Life Teen, the religious education program for high school students at St. Charles, St. Mary and St. Joseph Catholic churches, will hold their 10th annual Cold Hands Warm Heart project to raise funds for the Transitional Living Center. On Saturday, Oct. 19, the teens will be at local […]
One-on-one business consults offered
Downtown business owners in the Village of Waterford will get a first-hand look at how to increase sales by enhancing store layout, design, interior décor and merchandising during free, one-on-one consultations offered on Wednesday, Oct. 23. Hosted by Absolutely Waterford, the village’s Main Street organization, award-winning retail professional […]
Bowling fundraiser Saturday for Burlington wrestling
The Burlington wrestling teams will be hosting a bowling fundraiser Saturday, Oct. 19, at Town and Country Lanes, 264 S. Pine St. Last year, through the help of sponsors and bowlers alike, the team was able to attend the state tournament in Madison. The event Saturday is solely for adults. […]