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Thursday, April 18, 2024
By Mike Ramczyk Sports Editor Is there a magic ingredient in the celebratory Capri Suns? Is Dairy Queen spiking blizzards with some secret serum? Whatever the case, the little league all-stars in this city are really good, and they are making a mockery out of the area competition. One […]
Former Catholic Central star has major league dreams By Mike Ramczyk Sports Editor Rex Morrow dreams big. The Burlington native dreams so big, in fact, that his goal is to reach baseball’s highest level, the major leagues. Well, he’s on the right path. After being part of a high […]
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor On Monday and Tuesday, summer returned with a sweaty vengeance. And at the Burlington Community Pool, youngsters and adults packed into the facility, seeking relief in the 50-plus-year-old pool. No one seemed to notice the need for new pumps or heaters – the cool water was […]
Hot air balloons glide almost like magic through the sky over Waterford during last weekend’s Balloonfest. These were spotted landing just north of Pleasant Road near Caldwell in Waterford township. (Photo by Terry Alby)
The Racine County Fair opened Wednesday with a full slate of activities intended to engage, entertain and celebrate. For a full rundown of events and schedules see our special fair section by clicking here. The fair runs through Sunday, July 28.
By Mike Ramczyk Sports Editor Some teams win district titles in normal fashion. The Burlington Little League 12U All-Stars squad isn’t just some team. With a third straight District 6 Saturday, the local boys will try to win their third straight state championship. In four victories, Burlington outscored its […]
A soccer fan’s wildest dream By Mike Ramczyk Sports Editor The world’s biggest sporting event ended Sunday in grand fashion. With a few minutes remaining in extra time (113th minute), Germany finally found the back of the net and held on for a 1-0 victory over Argentina to win […]
Below are activities scheduled (weather permitting) for the hot air balloon festival in Waterford this weekend, being held on the grounds of Evergreen Elementary School, 817 W. Main St. For more information: www.waterford-wi.org or (262) 534-5911. Friday, July 18 4 p.m. – Event starts 4-9 p.m. – Helicopter rides* 4-8 […]
By Kellen Olshefski Staff Writer Steven Zelich pleaded not guilty to two charges of hiding a corpse during an arraignment hearing in Walworth County Circuit Court Thursday. The 52-year-old West Allis man, who was bound over for trial on July 3, appeared via video from jail. A $1 million bail […]
A spectacular double rainbow arches over Burlington Monday morning following a brief rain shower. See the print edition of the Burlington Standard Press for another view of the rainbow. (Photo by Beth Vrchota)
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