Lynn Binnie

This Week’s Rummage Sale

Where: N1019 Fremont Rd Whitewater, WI 53190

When:

Thu, Aug 8, 2024 @ 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Fri, Aug 9, 2024 @ 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sat, Aug 10, 2024 @ 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sun, Aug 11, 2024 @ 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Details: No more babies sale! Lots of different baby items (swings, rockers, sit me up, rock n’ play, high chairs, etc!) along with clothing newborn – 2T. Kids toys. Lots of women’s name brand clothing. Housewares. Telescope. Coat tree. 3-container laundry basket. Women’s shoes, kids shoes. & so much more!

Our Readers Share: Paul Jhona – Mackinac Bridge Camera & Drone Photos

Paul Jhona writes, “Not a bridge to cross if afraid of heights. Connects the Upper & Lower Peninsulas of Michigan!”

Our thanks to Paul Jhona for sharing these beautiful photos.

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Riding with Angels Helping Youth & Horse Rehabilitation – Open House Announced


RIDING WITH ANGELS NONPROFIT HELPING YOUTH and HORSE REHABILITATION

PALMYRA, Wis. – Riding with Angels announced their 3rd Annual Open House and Fundraiser!

On August 24th, 2024 from 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. the community is invited to experience all that Riding with Angels has to offer and see the farm in action. Riding with Angels’ mission is twofold. First, Riding with Angels rescues horses in dire situations nursing them back to health and providing a safe environment for them to thrive again. Second, Riding with Angels uses these rescued horses to provide a youth horsemanship program to youth facing adversity or challenges. The youth horsemanship program focuses primarily on youth 7 to 18 who might not otherwise get a chance to experience the healing wonder of working with horses.

The event will have rescue horse spotlights along with horse demonstrations including dressage, liberty, obstacles and jumping. We’ll have horse drill team performances, roping demonstrations, live music and a silent auction. Children of all ages will enjoy “painting a horse,” kids’ crafts, pony rides and a petting zoo. We’ll also have food and drinks. Event attendees will also be able to talk with some of the young people who have participated in our youth horsemanship program to hear about their experiences.

“It’s been nearly 25 years since we began our journey in Palmyra and we’re thrilled to be celebrating with our community this summer” says Marianne Schulz, Riding with Angels’ Director. It’s with your support that we can continue helping these amazing creatures and provide a youth horsemanship program. In doing so, we provide a place for horses and youth to foster hope and healing.

Riding with Angels’ address is W691 CTH-CI, Palmyra, WI 53156. Check out our website at

https://www.ridingwithangelswi.org

You can also connect with the Riding with Angels on Facebook and YouTube @ RIDINGWITHANGELS

Walworth County Real Estate for Sale


Walworth County Treasurer Valerie Etzel announces the sale of county-owned properties. Sealed bids are invited and will be accepted by the Walworth County Treasurer’s Office, 100 W. Walworth, Room 103, PO Box 1001, Elkhorn, WI 53121, until 10:00 a.m., August 28, 2024.

Please visit the Walworth County website at www.co.walworth.wi.us and under the Treasurer’s Department page click on “Treasurer In Rem Tax Foreclosures” [on the left side of the page] for instructions, a complete property listing, and official bid form. Properties are located in the towns of Bloomfield, Delavan, East Troy, Lyons, Richmond, Sugar Creek and Troy; village of Sharon; cities of Elkhorn and Lake Geneva.

Specific questions may be directed to the Walworth County
Treasurer’s Office (262)741-4251; email treasurer@co.walworth.wi.us.

GWC Hosting UW-W Athletics Director Ryan Callahan

The Greater Whitewater Committee is Set to Host Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, Ryan Callahan, as a Guest Speaker at the August Meeting.  

The Greater Whitewater Committee (GWC) is set to host UW-Whitewater Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, Ryan Callahan, at the upcoming August meeting. Callahan will be presenting on the state of athletics at the university.

Ryan Callahan was named Interim Director of Intercollegiate Athletics in May, 2019, and assumed the position on a permanent basis in July of 2021.

As the Director of Athletics, Ryan Callahan is responsible for the oversight of the Warhawks’ 22 varsity programs and is a member of the Chancellor’s Cabinet. Callahan started working at UW-W in 2007, including a period as Director of Continuing Education, after several years of playing for the San Francisco Giants as a pitcher. 

Ryan Callahan is a UW-Whitewater graduate. He was a pitcher for the Warhawk baseball team from 2001-04. He was a three-time all-conference selection and part of three Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference regular season championships, two conference tournament titles, and three NCAA Tournament appearances, including a 2004 trip to the NCAA Championship round. He was inducted into the UW-Whitewater Athletics Hall of Fame in 2019. 

The GWC’s upcoming monthly meeting is scheduled to take place on Thursday, August 8th at 7 a.m. at 841 Brewhouse: 841 E Milwaukee St, Whitewater, WI 53190. The public is more than welcome to attend this meeting to hear more about UW-W intercollegiate athletics. If interested in attending, you must RSVP. To reserve your spot, contact Jeff Knight at jpk@knightpublicaffairs.com or 920.728.0662 by Wednesday, August 7.

“We are very excited to have Ryan Callahan speak at our upcoming GWC meeting,” said GWC President, Jeffery Knight, “ We are interested to learn more about the state of the UW-Whitewater athletic program.”

About the GWC

The GWC is an action-oriented group committed to working with citizens, elected officials, and policymakers to identify, craft, and implement a pro-business agenda. The agenda advances the economic, education, and social policies required to energize and secure the Whitewater area’s economic future, as well as protect Whitewater’s quality of life.

Listening Session Tonight Re: Proposed Multifamily Development at Moraine View Pkway & Jakes Way

By Lynn Binnie
Whitewater Banner volunteer staff
whitewaterbanner@gmail.com

The Plan and Architectural Review Commission agenda for Monday, August 12 includes consideration of a Conditional Use Permit and site plan review for a multifamily development which is proposed to be located on an 11.36 acre vacant parcel at the corner of Jakes Way and Moraine View Parkway. It is anticipated that construction would take place in two phases, ultimately consisting of 8, 16-unit buildings. The image above is not representative of the project, which would consist of two-story buildings. (See images below.) Comprehensive information about the proposal may be found in the Plan Commission agenda.

A meeting tonight, Thursday, August 8, beginning at 5 p.m. at the Municipal Building, will provide an opportunity for residents and property owners in the area to learn about the proposed project. City staff will give an overview of the proposal, answer questions and respond to any concerns.

Exterior project design included in Plan Commission agenda

Concert in the Park on Thurs. – Palmyra-Eagle Community Band

Cooler weather is on the way and we are ready for another great Thursday Night 7 p.m. FREE Concert In The Park @ Cravath Lakefront Park Amphitheater.

The Palmyra- Eagle Community Band is one of our local favorites and we can’t wait to see them again THIS Thursday at 7 p.m.!! Grab your dinner, a chair or blanket, and mosquito repellant — and join us for a great evening!

Local Student Graduates from Cedarville University

CEDARVILLE, OH (08/05/2024)– Mina Truesdale, from Whitewater, earned a Bachelor of Science degree in BS in Chemistry from Cedarville University.

Located in southwest Ohio, Cedarville University is an accredited, Christ-centered, Baptist institution with an enrollment of 5,456 undergraduate, graduate, and online students in more than 150 areas of study. Founded in 1887, Cedarville is recognized nationally for its authentic Christian community, rigorous academic programs, strong graduation, and retention rates, accredited professional and health science offerings, and high student engagement ranking. For more information about Cedarville University, visit www.cedarville.edu.

Celebration of 25th Anniversary of Whitewater Community ESL Program a Tremendous Success

Founders Sandra Heyer and Jorge Islas Martínez address the crowd


Nearly 300 people filled the 841 Brewhouse banquet hall last Friday, July 26, to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Community ESL (English as a Second Language) Program of Whitewater.

The gala, which included music, dinner, a recognition ceremony and dance, honored the many individuals and organizations that have partnered with founders Jorge Islas Martínez and Sandra Heyer over the years to teach English and life-skills to language
learners and families new to the area.

Members from all sectors of the community—education, business, city government, health care, social services, etc.— and many past and present students, teachers and their families attended.

The owner of the 841 Brewhouse, Jim Burns, says it was the most heavily-attended event they’ve hosted in recent years.

Honored contributors to the ESL Program were: Sarah S. Lynn, Anjie Kokan, José A. Martínez, Marlene Martínez, Margaret Fischer, Simone McKinney, Wallace Sherlock, Terilyn Robles, Alisson Keiser, Jessie Dugan, Katherine Konover, Susan Huss-Lederman, Silvana Del Val, Maritza Guerra Sucuc, Jesús Vargas, Margaret Jones, Antonio Cortez, Jennifer Paulson, Marta Aranda, Henrrique Alas Melgar, Rita C. Luna, Yasmin Palomec García, and Mireyda Palomec Cortes. In addition, Islas-Martínez
received a special honor from Voces de la Frontera for his community advocacy.

The Whitewater Community ESL Program would like to thank the many individuals and organizations that supported the event. Among them were: the Mexican Consulate, Voces de la Frontera, Whitewater Unites Lives, the Immigrant Support Coalition,
Rainbow Community Care, Planned Parenthood, Whitewater Unified School District, Fort Community Credit Union, Associated Bank, Premier Bank, Katzman Farm, Soberalski Immigration Law Firm, Open Arms Free Clinic, Rock River Clinic, the Methodist Church, and McCullough’s Pharmacy. A special thanks to The Community Space for its support and to Marco Wence, who provided music. There were many others in attendance who contributed to a wonderful showing of community spirit.

Lisa Huempfner
Immigrant Support Coalition

Editor’s note: A previous article on the Banner provides additional background about the Community ESL program.