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Editor’s Note: This information was supplied by the public library.

The Irvin L. Young Memorial Library received a Makerspace sponsorship from Generac Power Systems. A Makerspace is a collaborative space where people can work on projects, create things and explore new technology, programs, or software. The Makerspace, also known as “Area 431”, is a place to make, share and explore.

Generac’s contribution to the Library’s Makerspace made it possible to provide the new Digital Creation Station. A laptop with animation, illustration, and audiovisual editing software, headphones, and a microphone are now available for all library visitors to use, including students.

“We appreciate Generac’s investment in the library and our community,” said Torrie Thomas, Makerspace & Programming Librarian at the library. “We continuously look for ways to update the programs and services we offer to Whitewater residents.”

One of Generac’s community engagement focuses is STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) education. Multiple STEM skills can be utilized and developed in the Digital Creation Station.

By providing this sort of hands-on learning opportunity, Generac hopes that it can inspire experimentation, exploration, and power possibilities.

Generac Power Systems has a manufacturing facility in Whitewater, employing more than 1,550 people and is a leading energy technology company.

Editor’s Note: The following information was provided by Troy University.

Abby Grosinske of Whitewater, WI has been named to the Chancellor’s List at Troy University for the Fall Semester/Term 2 of the 2021-2022 academic year.

The Chancellor’s List honors full-time undergraduate students who are registered for at least 12 semester hours and who earn a grade point average of 4.0.

About Troy University

Troy University is a public, historic, international university with 22,500 students and 154,000 alumni. Students choose TROY for its quality academic programs, reasonable costs and availability of financial aid, outstanding faculty, and flexible in-class and online class offerings. Students on the Troy, Ala. campus enjoy a traditional college experience, while adult students are the centers of attention at campuses in Dothan, Montgomery and Phenix City, Ala., as well as at locations around the world and online.

El Distrito Escolar Unificado de Whitewater se complace en anunciar nuestras fechas para la Sesión de Primavera de Partners in Play.

Editor’s Note: This information was provided by the Whitewater Unified School District. Per a post on the WUSD website, as of January 8 the first session for 0-2 year olds already has a waiting list. Signup for the next session will open on February 7. The first session for 3-5 year olds still has openings.

The Whitewater Unified School District has teamed up with the UWW Early Childhood Department and Premier Bank to create free enrichment sessions for kids ranging from birth to 5. We are extremely excited about this opportunity!! These are open to any child 0-5 in any town. The curriculum for these sessions will be created and taught by WUSD and the Early Childhood Department at UWW. There will be two sessions a week offered for 0-2 year olds and two sessions a week offered for 3-5 year olds. The sessions for the 0-2 year olds will be 45 minutes long. The sessions for 3-5 year olds will be an hour long. The spring session will have three sessions available. Each session will be three weeks. Each session will be available for sign up two weeks prior to the session starting. Parents/guardians will stay with their child during the session. Sessions will be fun and interactive for all involved. All sessions will be offered in English and Spanish. Sessions will be held at the University Community Engagement Center (1260 W Main St – the former Sentry building).

City of Whitewater Plan and Architectural Review Commission – Monday @ 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
City of Whitewater Municipal Building
Community Room- First Floor
312 W. Whitewater St.
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/759615821
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (312) 757-3121
Access Code: 759-615-821

Whitewater Unified School District Policy Review Committee – Tuesday @ 9:00 a.m.
Agenda (Click on “meetings” in upper right corner.)
Whitewater Unified School District Central Office
William D. Kyle Board Room
419 South Elizabeth Street

City of Whitewater Public Works Committee – Tuesday @ 6:00 p.m.
Agenda includes Discussion And Possible Action Regarding Public Information Meeting Comments For
Yoder Street And E. Main Street Reconstruction Projects, Discussion And Possible Action Regarding The Status Of Meeting The Phosphorus Limits At The Wastewater Treatment Facility, Discussion And Possible Action Regarding The Replacement Of Private Lead Water Services, Discussion And Possible Action Regarding The WIS 59 Resurfacing Project.
Community Room
Municipal Building-1 Floor
312 W Whitewater St

Thursday, January 13, 2022

Whitewater Crossing Guard & Bus Driver Appreciation Breakfast – Thursday
Whitewater School Board members and other Whitewater Unified School District officials will be attending the
Crossing Guard & Bus Driver Appreciation Breakfast at Whitewater Middle School on January 13, 2022. A quorum of the School Board may be present; however, the Board will not be conducting any business during this event.
If you require special accommodations to fully participate, please notify the School Board Secretary by phone (262) 472-8702 or in writing at least 24 hours prior to the meeting time.

“The French Dispatch”
Tuesday, January 11, 2022, 1 pm
(Comedy/Drama/Romance)Rated R (nudity, language); 1 hour, 47 minutes (2021)
This homage to American journalism tells the tale of a Kansas-based newspaper located in a fictional French town, as it attempts to publish its final edition. It is told in three madcap storylines, enlisting a cast of International film stars, including Adrien Brody, Tilda Swindon, Frances McDormand, Timothee’ Chalamet, Owen Wilson, Henry Winkler, Willem Dafoe, Ed Norton, and Bill Murray. Written and directed by Wes Anderson.

NOTE: Pursuant to a proclamation issued by President Joseph R. Biden, Jr., on December 29, 2021, flags were ordered to be flown at half-staff on the date of interment for former United States Senator Harry Reid of Nevada. The date of interment has now been set by the family. Flags should be flown at half-staff on Saturday, January 8, 2022. 

A Proclamation on the Death of Harry Reid
DECEMBER 29, 2021
From humble roots in Searchlight, Nevada, Harry Reid rose to become one of the great Senate Majority Leaders in American history. He was a man of action, and a man of his word — guided by faith, loyalty, and unshakeable resolve.
Throughout his long career of public service, Harry Reid was instrumental in passing landmark legislation that made a positive difference in the lives of countless Americans and made our Nation stronger and safer. His devoted service to our Nation was not about power for power’s sake. It was about the power to do right by the American people.
As a mark of respect for his memory, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, that on the day of his interment, the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset on such day. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same period at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of December, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-one, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-sixth.
JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR.

FortAtkinsonOnline’s article, “Whitewater school board member meets with Wintz supporters,” posted on January 6, 2022, may be viewed at this link.