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Barb Bednarski: The road to recovery leads to Cedar Community | By Carrie Sturn
Washington County, WI – It was a rainy day in August of 2021 when Barb Bednarski had to give the door to her store, Grafton Yarn Store, a little more “hip action” than usual. It took her 15 minutes to get the door to budge as the building was a bit older and the rain seemed to cause a little expansion.
Paintings depicting ‘the Fair’ are part of collection at Museum of Wisconsin Art | By Graeme Reid
West Bend, Wi – The 166th annual Washington County Fair runs July 23 – 28 and there is a unique tie to the Fair in the collection at the Museum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA), 205 veterans Avenue, in West Bend, Wi. According to Graeme Reid, Director of Collections and Exhibitions, there are two very different visions of the Fair at MOWA.
3 Cleanest Lakes in Wisconsin are Perfect Family-Friendly Destinations
Wisconsin is renowned for its picturesque landscapes and numerous lakes, many of which are perfect for family outings. Here are three of the cleanest and most family-friendly lakes in the state. Explore Wisconsin's Pristine Lakes: Top 3 Family-Friendly Destinations. Elkhart Lake. Elkhart Lake, located in Sheboygan County, is celebrated for...
Washington Co. Sheriff warns about fraudulent door-to-door scam in area
July 10, 2024 – Washington Co., WI – The Washington County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an incident in the Town of Wayne involving two males going door to door possibly in a mid-90s early 2000s white pickup truck with a tank in the bed. They were offering...
Washington County Fair is looking for volunteers, July 23 – 28, 2024
Town of Polk, WI – The Washington County Fair is right around the corner, July 23 – 28, 2024, and amazing volunteers are needed to make this year’s event unforgettable. Sign up now and be a part of the magic. Click the link below to join the...
Green Bay Packaging expanding in Germantown with new facility
(WLUK) -- Green Bay Packaging is expanding in Washington County. The company announced a new state-of-the-art facility will be built along the Holy Hill corridor in Germantown. The 270,000 square-foot space will be used for increased manufacturing capabilities and streamlined operations. The facility will feature cutting-edge equipment, including a 6-color...
Washington County Caregiver Coalition to host care-partner picnic
WEST BEND — The Washington County Caregiver Coalition announced that it will once again host its annual care-partner picnic on Aug. 14. According to the announcement post on the Washington County Facebook page, this event serves as a day of fun and socialization for caregivers and care receivers. The event will be held in a new location this year: Cedar Community’s Beach House, 5595 County Road Z in the Town of West Bend. The event is set to run from 10:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. and feature a variety of activities for some fun in the sun as well as a fried chicken dinner, prizes and entertainment.
West Bend Friends of Parks and Recreation receives over $18,000 in donations
WEST BEND — West Bend Friends of Parks and Recreation recently announced that they were chosen to be the recipients of this quarter’s "100 Women Who Care of Washington County" group donations. According to the announcement, the group’s goal is to give to someone that makes an impact...
Merton man sentenced to prison for assaulting children in Waukesha, Washington counties
WAUKESHA — A Merton man charged with child sex offenses in both Washington and Waukesha counties was sentenced this week to a prison term followed by probation and a lifetime registration as a sex offender. The man, 18, is not being named to protect the identities of his juvenile...
Remembering my days at Rusco School | By Dave Bohn
Washington Co., WI – For over 15 years, Dave Bohn wrote down memories of his childhood, growing up on the family farm, just south of West Bend on Hwy P and his school days. He hopes his writings will preserve the often-overlooked stories of ordinary farmers and everyday farm life in rural Washington County during the Great Depression through the eyes of a local farm boy.
Most Wanted
WEST BEND — The Washington County Sheriff’s Office announced on Monday that John Thomas Koss is this week’s Most Wanted. According to the release, Koss has a felony warrant out for his arrest for two counts of bail jumping and one for failure to appear. Koss is...
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