Special City of Whitewater Common Council Meeting and Special Whitewater Unified School District School Board Meeting – Monday @ 7:00 p.m. Agenda is Whitewater Aquatic & Fitness Center agreement Whitewater Municipal Building Community Room, 312 West Whitewater St. Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82236547171?pwd=c2UvdTJwUVV2UktmNFlHWjFHcGNOZz09 Or Telephone: 1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) Webinar ID: 822 3654 7171 Passcode: 255716
City of Whitewater Public Works Committee Tuesday @ 6:00 p.m. Agenda includes sidewalk replacement program. Cravath Conference Room Municipal Building – 2 Floor 312 W. Whitewater St.
Gov. Tony Evers has signed Executive Order #212 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Mon., Sept. 11, 2023, out of respect for the nearly 3,000 individuals who lost their lives in the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. Additionally, Executive Order #212 declares Mon., Sept. 11, 2023, as a state Day of Service and Remembrance to encourage all Wisconsinites to commit acts of service and give back to local neighbors and communities in commemoration of the lives lost 22 years ago. “On the 22nd anniversary of the attacks on 9/11, our state joins the country in reflecting on the tragedy and devastation of the nearly 3,000 lives lost, the bravery and sacrifice of our first responders who ran toward danger, and the lasting influence the attacks have had on who we are as a nation today,” said Gov. Evers. “I encourage Wisconsinites across our state to come together and participate in a statewide day of service as we honor and remember that fateful day.”
A list of potential volunteer opportunities, including virtual, can be found on the Volunteer Wisconsin website here. Wisconsinites can also participate in other ways, including by engaging with their neighborhoods and communities, performing acts of kindness, or taking the time to reflect on the significance of the day.
Executive Order #212 will be in effect from sunrise to sunset on Mon., Sept. 11, 2023, and is available here.
The No. 8 University of Wisconsin-Whitewater football team defeated No. 4 Saint John’s 56-28 in the Warhawks’ home opener Saturday.
UW-Whitewater registered 500 yards of offense for the second straight game. Tamir Thomas registered four touchdowns in the game for the third time in his career while posting a career-high in rushing yards, 179. Jason Ceniti posted a career-high 175 yards on 11-16 passing with three touchdowns. He added a fourth on the ground.
The first half was a back-and-forth affair with the teams heading into the intermission knotted at 21. UWW took the early lead with quarterback Ceniti punching it in from two yards out to cap a six-play, 63-yard opening drive. Jeff Isotalo-McGuire’s kick made it 7-0 UW-Whitewater just over three minutes into the contest.
Saint John’s responded before the end of the quarter on a seven-yard touchdown through the air to make it 7-7.
The Warhawks posted back-to-back scores in the second quarter. The big play in the next UWW scoring drive was the one that hit pay dirt as Ceniti dropped a dime to Drake Martin who took it all the way into the endzone from 45 yards out for a 14-7 lead.
The next UW-Whitewater drive took just one play as Thomas took the handoff, burst through the middle of the line and ran away from the Johnnie defense for a nearly untouched 59-yard scoring scamper. Isotalo-McGuire’s kick made it 21-7.
Once again SJU responded – the first scoring drive was capped by a one-yard touchdown pass. The Johnnies capitalized on an interception deep in Warhawk territory with a touchdown with just four seconds remaining in the half to make it 21-21.
After the break, SJU took their opening drive 71 yards for the go-ahead touchdown on a 29-yard pass play. After that play the defense stiffened and gave the Warhawks great field position the rest of the way.
In UWW’s first possession of the second half, Ceniti hit Steven Hein in stride from 35 yards out for the tying touchdown with 5:21 left in the third. The Warhawks added another seven before the end of the quarter on Thomas’ 10-yard run off the left side of the line to make it 35-28.
Halfway through the fourth, it was Thomas crossing the goal line again, this time on a reception from Ceniti to cap a 9-play, 61-yard drive. The kick made it 42-28 UW-Whitewater.
Alijah Maher-Parr wrote his name into the scoring column with a 30-yard bull rush through the middle for another rushing touchdown.
On the defensive side of the ball, Joey Antonietti jumped a passing lane for the pick to hand the ball back to the Warhawks’ surging offense. UWW capitalized with Thomas bouncing it off the right side of the line for a nine-yard touchdown run, his fourth score of the game. Isotalo-McGuire made it 56-28.
Defensively, Hawk Heffner led the Warhawks with nine tackles including partnering with a teammate for a sack. Matt Burba posted three tackles including 1.5 for a loss of 23 yards adding a forced fumble. The defensive backs were stingy with three passes broken up and an interception while the line pressured the Johnnies quarterback with eight hurries.
Written and directed by Wes Anderson (“Moonrise Kingdom,” “The Grand Budapest Hotel,” “French Dispatch”), this esoteric film features an ensemble cast including Scarlett Johansson, Tom Hanks, Margot Robbie, Bill Murray, Adrien Brody, Ed Norton and Willem Dafoe. A family of astronomy fans travels to a youth stargazing event in Asteroid City. Quirky, odd, and fun.
The Greater Whitewater Committee is Set to Host Anna Jensen, Rick Severn, and Natalie Murphy from TDS at Upcoming September Meeting
The Greater Whitewater Committee (GWC) is set to host representatives from TDS as guest speakers at its upcoming monthly meeting in September. The GWC’s upcoming monthly meeting is scheduled to take place on Thursday, September 14th at 7:00 a.m. at 841 Brewhouse: 841 E Milwaukee St, Whitewater, WI 53190. TDS will be discussing how they are impacting the city of Whitewater. RSVP is required to attend. To reserve your spot, contact Jeffery Knight at: jpk@knightpublicaffairs.com or 920.728.0662 by Wednesday, September 13th. TDS Telecommunications LLC is building a high-speed, all-fiber internet network in Whitewater that will provide some of the fastest internet speeds in the nation, as well as TV and phone service. The company recently reached a project milestone with the connection of its first customers. By the end of construction, about 4,400 homes and businesses are expected to have access to TDS services. “We are excited to hear about new technology coming to the city of Whitewater,” said GWC President, Jeff Knight, “TDS offers many different opportunities to help grow businesses and communities.” For more than 50 years, TDS has been connecting customers with reliable, high-quality products and services while centering in delighting customers. Powered by fiber-optics and new industry-leading technologies, TDS delivers up to 8 Gigabit internet speeds and offers internet-protocol based TV entertainment solutions along with traditional phone services. About the GWC The GWC is an action-oriented group committed to working with citizens, elected officials, and policy makers to identify, craft, and implement a pro-business agenda. Its goals are to advance the economic, educational, and social policies required to energize and secure the Whitewater area’s economic future, as well as protect Whitewater’s quality of life.
Editor’s note: The below information was posted to the UW-W Athletics site. Parking must be purchased in advance; cash is not accepted. Passes may be purchased here – only general parking is left. There has been a change to the Carry-In Policy and factory sealed water bottles are now permitted. This link will direct you to information on Tailgating Policy.
Ketterhagen Ford Football Preview — Game 2 vs. SJU
The No. 8 University of Wisconsin-Whitewater football team host No. 4 Saint John’s University at Perkins Stadium for the Warhawks’ home-opener Saturday, September 9. Kickoff is slated for 1 pm.
The Warhawks moved up three spots after last week’s 27-23 win at No. 14 (formerly No. 19) John Carroll to eighth in the latest D3football.com poll. The Johnnies moved up two spots to fourth in the latest poll after defeating Trinity (Texas) 34-31 at home last Saturday.
UW-Whitewater put together a phenomenal second half posting 24 points en route to the comeback win at JCU a week ago. The Warhawks trailed 13-3 after the first half but held the Blue Streaks to 10 points in the second half. UWW put up over 500 yards of offense in their first outing of the season included 232 yards on the ground. Nick Wind (Downers Grove, Ill./Montini Catholic) corralled an acrobatic catch in the corner of the endzone for the game-winning catch while Thomas Wojnowski (Oak Creek, Wis./Oak Creek) picked off the JCU quarterback with five seconds left to seal the game.
Alijah Maher-Parr (Wauwatosa, Wis./Arrowhead) averaged over seven yards a carry to lead the ground game. Alec Ogden (Marshall, Wis./Monona Grove) was 23-41 for 230 yards and a pair of touchdowns through the air. He added another touchdown with his feet. Tommy Coates (Chicago, Ill./De La Salle Institute) was Ogden’s favorite target with nine catches for 77 yards while Steven Hein (St. Charles, Ill./North) hauled in six catches for 99 yards and a touchdown. Defensively, Parker Breunig (Sauk City, Wis./Sauk Prairie) and Wojnowski tallied interceptions. Hawk Heffner (Grafton, Wis./Grafton) led the Warhawks with eight tackles.
SJU put up 17 points in the fourth quarter alone to send their season-opener into overtime. Johnnie kicker Connor Murphy split the uprights in the first OT possession. SJU’s Cayden Saxon picked off a pass on Trinity’s first play of their overtime possession to seal the win. The Johnnies gained just 87 yards on the ground, but averaged 8.5 per passing play with four touchdowns through the air.
Aaron Syverson was 24-33 for 281 yards and four touchdowns without tossing an interception. Troy Feddema had 18 carries for 91 yards on the ground. Alex Larson was the top receiver with 60 yards on seven catches.
Defensively, Jacob Munoz led the SJU defense with nine tackles, two tackles for a loss, a sack and a forced fumble.
ON THE AIR Saturday’s game will air live online on the WIAC Network and locally on UWWTV. The contest can be heard on 105.9 FM The Hog in the Whitewater area, or online at www.1059thehog.com, or on ESPN Radio in the Madison and Milwaukee areas.
SERIES This is the seventh meeting between the Warhawks and the Johnnies with UWW leading the all-time series with four wins. The two squads met in the 2022 season-opener in Collegeville, Minnesota. SJU won that battle of Top 25 teams 24-10.
Whitewater Fire & EMS Pancake Breakfast/Open House
Mark your calendars for this Sunday, September 10th, 7 AM to Noon! Come hungry and curious to our Pancake Breakfast/Open House event.
Feast on a delicious breakfast while discovering the exciting transformations at Whitewater Fire & EMS since the passing of our staffing referendum, and our recent transition to a paramedic service.
No fixed cost for the breakfast – just a heartfelt donation of your choice. Your support means the world to us!
On the menu: Pancakes, Eggs, Sausage Links, Milk, OJ & Coffee – yum!
This year’s fundraiser aims to equip our first responders with cutting-edge multi-gas meters. These devices detect various gases, from oxygen to carbon monoxide, ensuring top-notch safety for our community.
Join us for an educational experience too! Explore our Fire Truck Display, Ambulance Display, and even hop on The Orv for some Fire Extinguisher Training. Plus, don’t miss the thrilling Fire Truck Rides!
A big THANK YOU to the amazing citizens of Whitewater and surrounding towns. Your unwavering support has fueled our progress this past year. We can’t wait to continue serving you with pride!
Rodney Sonnenburg, age 79, of Whitewater passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2023 at his home. He was born on May 21, 1944 the son of Raymond and Edna (Hoffmann) Sonnenburg. He graduated from Monroe High School. After high school he went on to attend U.W. Whitewater where he earned his B.S. in business.
Rodney owned and operated “2b Exhibits” where he has worked for 40 years. He enjoyed sports and was involved with U.W. Whitewater Athletics Department. When he was younger, he played football, wrestled, and was on the track team.
Rodney is survived by his brother, Robert (Linda) Sonnenburg of Monroe; and sisters, Sharon (Len) Potts of Monroe and Ruth (Gary) Johnson of Monroe.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Raymond and two in infancy, Merlin and Edwin; and sister, Darlene Sonnenburg.
A Memorial Service will be held at Grace Lutheran Church, 1025 15th Ave, Monroe, WI at 11:00 AM on Monday, September 11, 2023 with Reverend Thickpenny officiating.
A visitation will be held on Monday from 10:00 AM until the time of service at the church. Shriner Hager Gohlke Funeral Home is assisting the family.
It’s time once again for #FlashbackFriday with the Whitewater Historical Society.
School started this week, so it’s time for a vintage school photo. This image was taken of 4th graders in the Esterly School, probably around 1900. Notice the fine marble fireplace in the schoolroom. That is because the Esterly School was located in the old Esterly mansion on the site of the old Franklin Junior High School at the end of Center Street. The Esterly School opened in 1894 and operated until 1927, when the site was used for the new Whitewater High School that included classrooms for grade schoolers. The grade schoolers were in the old High School building until the 1950s, when the Lincoln School was built.
Join us next week for more from the Whitewater Historical Society.
Hosted by the League of Women Voters Whitewater Area
The League of Women Voters Whitewater Area is excited to host its annual State of the City and State of the Schools Addresses on Thursday, September 21st, 6:30- 8 PM, at the Cravath Lakefront Community Center, 341 S Fremont St, Whitewater.
Presenters include Whitewater City Manager John Weidl, WUSD Superintendent Dr. Caroline Pate-Hefty, and UW Whitewater Chancellor Dr. Corey A. King. Audience members will have an opportunity to ask the speakers questions following their presentations.
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues and influences public policy through education and advocacy. Visit our website at https://my.lwv.org/wisconsin/whitewater-area and like us on Facebook!
