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Wisconsin could have more major golf events
HARTFORD – There’s nothing on the calendar, not past next year. It’s the first time in 3 decades, but the USGA likes Wisconsin, and sees future opportunities here. Washington County’s Erin Hills plays host to another golf Major Championship next spring. The United States Golf Association brings the Women’s Open to the site, that previously hosted the men’s championship in 2017. Blackwolf Run in Kohler twice hosted the Women’s Open, dating back to the late 1990’s. Enter Whistling Straits, host of three PGA Championships, and Senior U.S. Open, and the Ryder Cup, Wisconsin has enjoyed quite a run.
VIDEO | Students thrive at 2024 Air Camp in West Bend, WI
West Bend, WI – High school students from across Washington and Ozaukee Counties are using this summer to further their education in areas of science, technology, engineering, math (STEM) and aeronautics. About 16 students are taking part in the annual Air Camp hosted by EAA Chapter 1158 in West Bend, WI.
Mrs. Washington County raising awareness for polycystic kidney disease
JACKSON — Sara Dorn-Brook, Mrs. Washington County and owner of Desire to Inspire Salon, will be competing again this fall in the United States of America’s (USOA) Mrs. Wisconsin Pageant, bringing polycystic kidney disease (PKD) to the forefront as her platform. But before the competition, she is asking for the community’s help in fighting the disease through Skating for a Cause.
Fox Bros. Piggly Wiggly, Old Germantown awarded DATCP meat processor grants
MADISON — The Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) announced on Wednesday that 38 meat processors throughout Wisconsin have been awarded $1.8 million in grant funding through the 2024 Meat Processor Infrastructure Grant program. In Washington County, grant awardees include the Slinger Fox Bros. Piggly Wiggly, 1100...
Washington County Sheriff’s Office looking for owners of rings found at Richfield Piggly Wiggly
RICHFIELD — The Washington County Sheriff’s Office announced on Wednesday that two rings were found at the Richfield Piggly Wiggly, 1234 Highway 175, and it is looking for the owner(s). According to the release, if you or someone you know has lost two rings in that area, please...
Two county students on U. of Nebraska-Lincoln Dean’s List
LINCOLN, Neb. — The University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) announced recently that two students from Washington County have made their 2024 spring Dean’s List. Start your holiday with a BANG! We're celebrating the 4th of July with a subscription deal to the Daily News you can't pass up:. According...
SE WI risk for severe weather: Damaging winds, tornadoes possible overnight
MILWAUKEE — Southeastern Wisconsin is bracing for multiple rounds of possible showers and storms, with the potential for severe weather developing overnight Monday into Tuesday morning. The Storm Prediction Center has upgraded the region to an enhanced risk, level 3 out of 5, for severe weather. The National Weather...
Four county students graduate from Carthage College
KENOSHA — Carthage College announced recently that four students from Washington County graduated following the 2024 spring semester. Start your holiday with a BANG! We're celebrating the 4th of July with a subscription deal to the Daily News you can't pass up:. According to the release, those students include...
Fire destroys Richfield garage Monday
RICHFIELD — Just before 8 a.m. on Monday, a homeowner called the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and advised there was heavy black smoke coming from a detached garage on the property at 3933 Cora Lane in Richfield. According to the release from the sheriff’s office, Richfield Fire was...
Washington County Fair Giveaway
Entry period is now closed. NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE OR PAYMENT WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCE OF WINNING. These rules govern the Washington County Fair Family Giveaway promotion (the “Promotion”) being conducted by 95. 3 WBEV & DailyDodge.com, 100 Bill McCollum Way, Beaver Dam WI 53916 (“GKB”) beginning on Monday, July 1, 2024 at 1am CST and ending on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 4pm CST.
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