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Conservative Wisconsin law firm strengthening ties with local school boards
Erica Kochanski has been paying attention to the Waukesha School board since moving to the district in 2021. That was the same year the board gained national attention for deciding not to participate in a federal program that would have provided free school lunches to families. The district has since gotten notice for its handling of LGBTQ+ issues.
2nd annual Edgerton History Hop is August 15th
The Sterling North Society, Edgerton Public Library, Albion Academy Museum, and the Arts Council of Edgerton team up to share the area’s diverse history. Sterling North Society Board member Betty Leonard says the 2nd annual Edgerton History Hop is a free group tour that includes lunch on August 15th.
Upriver Lakes Sturgeon Spearing application deadline Is Aug. 1, 2024 | By Wisconsin DNR
Washington Co., WI – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds sturgeon spearers that the deadline to apply for Upriver Lakes spearing tags is Aug. 1, 2024. FREE local news at. Washington County Insider on YouTube. Due to a higher success rate on the Upriver Lakes, only 500...
Storms Expected in Eastern Wisconsin: Heavy Rain and Gusty Winds Ahead
Green Bay, WI – Eastern Wisconsin is set to experience a dynamic weather pattern today, starting with mostly sunny conditions in the morning, transitioning to increasing clouds and scattered thunderstorms in the afternoon. The National Weather Service in Green Bay reports that north-central Wisconsin will see the strongest storms,...
Jefferson Speedway: Edgerton's Johnson overall winner of inaugural Orange Blossom Special to honor Eckhardt
CAMBRIDGE — Some of the best Super Late Model drivers in the Midwest gathered at Jefferson Speedway on Saturday evening to pay tribute to a Wisconsin racing legend. Jerry Eckhardt of Johnson Creek has been behind the wheel of a race car for over 59 years, winning multiple races, feature events and championships. Eckhardt still competes on a weekly basis at Wisconsin’s Action Track. The inaugural running of the Orange Blossom Special race event is a way to say thank you to a man that...
HTL: Albion Tigers knock off Lake Mills Grays 21-1
EDGERTON — The Lake Mills Grays fell to the Albion Tigers 21-1 on the road in Home Talent League baseball on Sunday. Albion’s Drew Hanson went 3-for-4 with two extra-base hits and drove in six runs. Charlie Hatlen and Steven Olson added three hits apiece for the Tigers. For the Grays, who were outhit 16-5, Jasper Meeker went 2-for-2 while leadoff man Caleb Housner, Matthew Gullixson and Romzy Barketallah tallied one hit each. Hatlen pitched four innings of five-hit ball to earn the victory for the Tigers (5-7). The Grays (0-12) close out the season at home against Jefferson next Sunday.
Wisconsin’s ‘Top Chef’ pays it forward, helps young chef follow her dreams
MILWAUKEE — Chef Dan Jacobs has been busy since earning a top-three spot on season 21 of “Top Chef,” which featured many locations across Wisconsin. He said being on the Bravo network cooking show was one of his longtime dreams. Jacobs credited all the people who supported him in his career with helping him fulfill it.
With Biden out, these Wisconsin Democratic delegates have more power than they imagined
The Milwaukee delegates have cast their lot with Vice President Harris. Here are the Democrats from Wisconsin who will be delegates at the Convention next month in Chicago. With President Joe Biden announcing Sunday that he’s withdrawing from the race, the nomination is up for grabs. These are the Wisconsinites who will attend the convention as delegates.
HTL: Jefferson upended by Evansville, 4-1
EVANSVILLE — Will Peterson and Jameson Lavery combined on a six-hitter with 16 strikeouts as the Evansville Jays beat the visiting Jefferson Blue Devils 4-1 in Home Talent League baseball action on Sunday. Peterson started for the Jays (8-5), allowing an earned run on two hits with 10 strikeouts and five walks over five innings. Lavery, who earned the decision, pitched four shutout innings of four-hit ball, fanning six while walking one. ...
6 Animal Rescues Housing 50+ Abandoned Dogs From Belvidere
After 50+ dogs were abandoned at Hammertime Dog Park in Belvidere, the Boone County Animal Services found rescues for all of them. Here's how you can donate!. On Monday, July 15th, over 50 dogs were dumped at Hammertime Dog Park in Belvidere, Illinois. After the news dropped, the community came together to help the Boone County Animal Services support these pups while they await forever homes.
Thunderstorms Trigger Flood Advisory in Rockford, Surrounding Areas
Rockford, IL – The National Weather Service issued a flood advisory for Winnebago County, effective until 5 p.m. CDT today, due to excessive rainfall from recent thunderstorms. According to the National Weather Service, heavy rain has already led to up to 1 inch of precipitation, with an additional 0.5...
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