Until June 15, WHS will be offering an “Our Town” shirt using the school logo to show local support during these challenging times. The shirt is not specific to any sport or organization; it just shows our support for Whitewater!
Three dollars of every sale will go to the Whitewater Unified School District Family Emergency Fund.
The sale is open now and will run through June 15th.
Gov. Tony Evers announced on June 1 three new appointments to the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents. UW-W Student Corey Saffold was selected as the non-traditional student representative.
Per a press release from the Office of the Governor, Governor Tony Evers offered the following statement: It’s June in Wisconsin, and that means June … Read more
Lisa Dawsey Smith is this week’s WUL Hometown Hero, “For her incredible leadership through Downtown Whitewater, Inc. and the Chamber of Commerce, for spending hours each week participating in national and state organization e-conference calls to learn about the latest news and programs for small business owners, for gathering what she learns to share with local businesses, and because of those efforts for having likely saved businesses and farms in our community.”
The Board of Directors would like to congratulate the good works happening in Whitewater through the efforts of volunteers of the following organizations: The Community Space, the Whitewater Food Pantry, Bethel House, First United Methodist Church, St. Patrick Catholic Church, New Beginnings APFV and the Whitewater Rescue Squad. All of these worthy organizations contribute to the safety and well-being of the community in different ways, assisting families that are struggling to meet even the most basic needs.
Irvin L. Young Memorial Library invites community members to contribute to a community oral history project. Participants are invited to express moments of daily experience which have challenged them or uplifted their spirits during the COVID-19 pandemic. For information on how to participate contact Torrie Thomas, tthomas@whitewater-wi.gov
Walworth County Public Health Provides Guidance to Community Following the End of the Safer at Home Order Per a press release on May 14, “In … Read more
Whitewater Unites Lives will be hosting a peaceful march for racial unity this Sunday, June 7 at 10 a.m. (rain or shine). The group would … Read more
The Whitewater High School Virtual Graduation Ceremony will take place on Sunday, June 7, at 2:00 p.m., and will last approximately 1 hour. The ceremony … Read more
In an announcement listed on the University announcements page, Chancellor Watson released the following: Message from Chancellor Watson regarding social media incident Dear Warhawks, In … Read more
WHITEWATER – Donald E. Carlson, 88, of Whitewater passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2020 at home.
Virtual Coding Club will be hosted via Zoom meeting June 4th and 18th at 3:30 p.m. Interested coders can earn to create their own filters, … Read more
By Lisa Dawsey SmithWhitewater Banner Staffwhitewaterbanner@gmail.com The Common Council met virtually again on June 2. City Manager Cameron Clapper reported that the major street and … Read more
According to a press release, the City of Whitewater will be holding a virtual Town Hall meeting Thursday, June 4at 5:30 p.m. to discuss updates … Read more
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers on June 2 released a video statement following the death of George Floyd and the ongoing unrest, urging Wisconsinites to offer their … Read more
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