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Walworth County US 12 rehabilitation project; Gov. Evers approves
WALWORTH COUNTY, Wis. - Governor Evers has approved a $948,000 improvement project along US 12 in Walworth County, between the Walworth/Rock County line and Cox Road near the city of Whitewater. Construction is scheduled to begin July 8. Improvements include:. Resurfacing of asphalt shoulders within project limits. Installation of centerline...
Roads closed near Rock County propane business
MILTON, Wis. (WTVO) — The Rock County Sheriff is asking motorists to avoid an area around Milton Propane while they investigate an “active incident” at the business. According to authorities, roads have been closed around Milton Propane, at 2992 E. Vincent Street as of 11 a.m. on Monday. The following roads are shut down until […]
County issues boil-water advisory for Hanover after flooding
The Rock County Public Health Department said residents in Hanover and the town of Plymouth should consider boiling water before consuming it after concerns of potential contamination of wells due to recent flooding. Hanover is southeast of Footville and southwest of the city of Janesville. It is recommended to boil water until well testing can verify potential water quality risks. There is currently no known impact to wells, but with recent flooding and sewer backup concerns, the precautionary measures are justified until water quality can be verified, the county said. Refer to the town of Plymouth website — plymouthrockwi.gov — to determine if you are in this advisory area.
Fourth of July Parades in the Stateline 2024
There are several parades happening for the Fourth of July in the Stateline area this year. Be sure to get your spot saved early as streets will be blocked off a few hours before the event. Here’s a list of the 2024 parades you can attend this July 4th!
Bee Benefit: Walworth County Literacy Council to host adult spelling bee
DELAVAN — The Walworth County Literacy Council is hosting an adult spelling bee in September, and is seeking sponsors. The third-annual Bee Benefit is Sept. 26 at the Lake Lawn Resort in Delavan. Two-person spelling teams will represent businesses, schools, and organizations. It is interactive. Spectators join in the fun by spelling along at their...
Prairie Village a Patriotic Sight with Nearly 400 Flags
Six teams of Prairie Village residents fanned out over their entire community on Wednesday, June 26 to install nearly 400 American flags in honor of the celebration of Independence Day. It’s the second year for their patriotic display; last year they put out 144 flags, but according to Curt McCulley, “We were so pleased with how it looked and the community response that we are putting even more out this year.”
Letter | Debate exposes need for political renewal
Dear Editor: The first presidential debate was an exercise of political torture. It exposed the circus atmosphere of debates and the corruption of money in politics, and laid bare a party system controlled by money that rejects voters’ choice. Partisans push two flawed candidates that 70% of us don't...
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