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Editor’s note: The following information was provided by the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Just over 7,600 students received degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison on May 8, including students from your area. There were two live ceremonies at Camp Randall, one for undergraduates and one for all graduate degree candidates. Graduating were 5,493 undergraduate students, 1,266 master’s degree students and 871 doctoral candidates. The commencement speaker was actor and singer Andre De Shields, who graduated from UW-Madison in 1970. He invoked the pandemic and the police killing of George Floyd in his video keynote address to undergraduates, encouraging graduates to transform the world with their talent.  “This year has helped to reveal qualities in each of you that are essential to building a happy and productive life in this new world,” Chancellor Rebecca Blank told the graduates. “Resilience. Persistence. Flexibility. Awareness of your own needs, and the needs of others. And kindness.” Many graduates had overcame much during the pandemic. Like Shehrose Charania, who maintained her studies while caring for two parents sick with COVID-19. And Noor Bontz, a nursing student who treated the first, and subsequent, waves of COVID-19 patients in a Milwaukee intensive care unit. “UW-Madison has allowed us to thrive and asked us to be a better version of ourselves,” said student commencement speaker Lusayo Mwakatika, whose parents were watching the livestream in Malawi. 

Here are the degree recipients from your area: HOMETOWN, STATE; NAME, COLLEGE1, DEGREE1, MAJOR1(S), DISTINCTION (if listed), COLLEGE2 (if listed), DEGREE2 (if listed)

Whitewater, WI

 Sophia Elworthy, College of Letters and Science, Bachelor of Science, Biology,
 Meghan Kehoe, School of Education, Bachelor of Science-Rehabilitation Psychology, Rehabilitation Psychology,
 Shannon Kehoe, School of Med & Public Health, Master of Public Health, Public Health,
 Noah Miller, College of Letters and Science, Bachelor of Science, Neurobiology and Psychology, Graduated with Distinction,
 Mohamed Mohamed, College of Letters and Science, Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry,
 Roberto Soto, College of Letters and Science, Bachelor of Science, Computer Sciences and Mathematics,
 Travis Winger, School of Nursing, Bachelor of Science-Nursing, Nursing,

City of Whitewater Urban Forestry Grants and Sponsorship Sub-committee – Monday @ 4:30 p.m.
Home of Bill Chandler, 369 Lakeview Dr
Agenda

City of Whitewater Common Council – Tuesday @ 6:30 p.m.
Agenda includes creation of new tax incremental districts and amendment to Community Development Authority charter ordinance.
This will be an IN PERSON MEETING as well as a VIRTUAL MEETING
Citizens are welcome (and encouraged) to join us in person, or via computer, smart phone,
or telephone. Citizen participation is welcome during topic discussion periods.
You are invited to a Zoom webinar.
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86803241677?pwd=anZMTCtyYnpXbE9JczJldE9sL2M0UT09
Passcode: 694277
Or Telephone:
Dial 1 312 626 6799 or 1 877 853 5257 (Toll Free)
Webinar ID: 868 0324 1677
Passcode: 694277

Whitewater Fire Department, Inc Board of Directors – Friday @ 5:30 p.m.
Location: WFD, Inc Training Room, 312 W. Whitewater St.
Agenda includes staffing plan proposal modification of the paid on premises staffing and review of proposed 2022 budget proposal to the city based on the staffing proposal.

Editor’s note: The following information was provided by the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.

The following area students have been named to the Dean’s List at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse for the spring semester of the 2020-21 academic year, ending May 2021.   

Qualification for the Dean’s List is limited to students who have attained outstanding academic achievement. To be eligible, students must have earned not less than a 3.5 semester grade point average and carried a minimum of 12 credits.  

Students on the Dean’s List from this area include: 
HOMETOWN, STATE; NAME, MAJOR  
Whitewater, WI

Josef Gmur, International Business Major
Bryce Hibbs, Exercise and Sport Science Major: Exercise Science – Pre-professional Track
Josie Hintz, Undeclared Major – CBA
Thomas McManaway, Recreation Management Major: Generalist Emphasis
Brady Meudt, Biology Major
Jacob Riemer, Public Health and Community Health Education Major
Hayden West, Exercise and Sport Science Major: Sport Management

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Editor’s note: The following information was provided by University of Minnesota Twin Cities:

The following students have been named to the 2021 spring semester Dean’s List at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities.

To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must complete 12 or more letter-graded credits while attaining a 3.66 grade point average.

HOMETOWN, STATE; NAME, CLASS YEAR, COLLEGE
Whitewater, WI

John Downs, Senior, College of Sci and Engineering

Hey — it’s market day! We’ll be at the Depot 4-7 pm Tuesday, Aug. 3, with a full array of summer produce. Tomatoes and corn are just starting, so shop early if you want to pick some up!

MUSIC: Keith Minikel

CRAFT BEER: Kolsch, rhubarb IPA, amber, raspberry ginger sour

FOOD CARTS: Mama Maria’s, Mr. P’s Grilled Cheese, Yang House of Rolls

OUT THIS WEEK: Zo-Sharp out this week and next; Margie Hammerl is out for the rest of the season

Amanda Miller Baking ● a variety of sweet treats, always made from scratch & with love!
Books and Art by Kimberly Vogel ● Wisconsin fiction author & illustrator of characters, animals
Bowers Lake Coffee ● locally roasted and brewed organic coffee & coffee beans
Clark Family Farms ● lion’s mane mushrooms, chestnut mushrooms, pink oyster mushrooms, blue oyster mushrooms, microgreens;
Community Soup Bowl
Creek Farm LLC ● local lavender farm bringing you handcrafted products made in small batches at the farm FunLooping ● a fun & nerd-oriented collection of pendants, keychains, jewelry, figurines & assortment of miscellanies
Helena’s Plant Closet & Whitewater Egg Delivery ● eggs, air plants & houseplants
Jazzed-Up Marshmallows ● gourmet marshmallows, graham crackers
Kettle Moraine Honey ● local honey, beeswax products, scented soaps
Kits Knits ● knitted & crochet hats, scarves, baby items
Komboocho Brewing ● quality kombucha using organic & local ingredients. Rotating flavors available.
Kristie’s Creative Kitchen ● jams, jellies, pickled items
Mama Maria’s ● breakfast burrito, tortas, quesadillas, tacos, empanadas (beef and potato, tinga), sopes, homemade pico de gallo
Mr. P’s Grilled Cheese ● a rotating selection of panini-pressed grilled cheeses like the Mac Daddy (grilled cheese stuffed with mac & cheese), the Soo-Eee featuring ham, bacon, muenster & mild cheddar and a rotating list of specials, all served with a “Little Dipper” of tomato bisque
My Farm ● spinach, eggs, fresh lamb, fresh beef, greens mix*
Pat Hall ● award-winning children’s books & hand-decorated Ukrainian-style goose eggs
Pops Kettle Corn ● State Fair-ribbon-winning gourmet popcorn in flavors like Birthday Cake, Muskego Mix, Dragon Breath and Brandy Old-fashioned
Rushing Springs Farm ● locally grown fresh vegetables
Seeds of Hope ● plants & annual flower baskets grown by individuals with developmental disabilities
Soap of the Earth ● local, handcrafted soaps & lotions
Stephani’s Spot ● garden preserves, baked goods, salsa, mustards, sauces
Studio 84 ● a variety of products, including notecards and mugs, created by a nonprofit art studio, gallery and store that fosters the creative & vocational development of people with disabilities
Sunny Brook Farm ● local produce, eggs*
Taproot Designs ● unique wooden home decor from repurposed wood
Ursula’s Wearable Art ● original design wearable art, yard art and jewelry
Vang C & C Farms ● local produce*
The Vegetable Stand ● local produce
*Whitewater Grocery Co ● your (future) friendly neighborhood grocer, supporting fresh and local products
Whitewater League of Women Voters ● voter information
Wood Street Bakery ● lemon blueberry tart; orange chocolate chip scones; cranberry almond scones; cinnamon bread, sourdough bread, cranberry walnut bread & multigrain bread; assorted granolas: cranberry almond, silly nut nut, cinnamon apple walnut, dark chocolate cherry, Hawaiian delight
Yang House of Rolls ● Thai egg rolls, curries, local produce
*VENDERS WHO ACCEPT WIC: Caroline’s Cupboard, My Farm, Sunny Brook Farm, Vang C&C Farms, the Vegetable Stand

Editor’s Note:  The following information has been supplied by Whitewater Unites Lives

Cindy Robers is a WUL Hometown Hero Award “For her volunteer work and leadership at The Community Space, helping to collect and process donations that help meet the needs of the people of Whitewater.”

WUL (Whitewater Unites Lives) is a locally-focused civil and human rights group that works to connect the people in our community and to create opportunities for all people to learn and support each other in our common humanity.   

 Anyone who would like to nominate a local hero of any age should send their nomination, with a short description, to whitewaterunites@gmail.com 

Editor’s note: The following information was provided by The Whitewater Community Fundraising Partners.

The Whitewater Community Fundraising Partners (WCFP) is a 501(C)3 organization which was formed by the 1982 graduating class of Whitewater High School.  Since its inception 3 years ago, additional WHS alumni and community members have joined the group to help make an impact in the community.  The mission of Whitewater Community Fundraising Partners is to help individuals or organizations in need.  Each year WCFP works to help specific individuals or groups.  Throughout 2021, they will be raising funds to help the homeless youth in the Whitewater School District.

On June 10, 2021, WCFP hosted its second 10k/5K run beginning and ending at Starin Park.  Through sponsorships, community member’s donations, and participant donations, WCFP raised just over $4500.

WCFP would like to thank the City of Whitewater, Fairhaven Senior Living, Whitewater Register, Whitewater Banner, sponsors, and those who donated to make this possible.

For additional information on WCFP, please visit our website:  www.whitewatercfp.com.  You can also keep updated on all of our events on our Facebook Page:  Whitewater Community Fundraising Partners

If you would like to make a donation to WCFP, please send your check to PO Box 182, Whitewater WI 53190.  We can also be reached at whitewatercfp@gmail.com

Keep an eye out for our 2^nd fundraiser later this year.  WCFP is tentatively planning a spaghetti dinner.

Welcome back to #FlashbackFriday with the Whitewater Historical Society!

The Whitewater Historical Society doesn’t just include the city of Whitewater, but the entire Whitewater area! Here is an image from Heart Prairie (LaGrange Township) of the A.F. Campbell Store from around 1910. Rural stores such as this one were very important to local farm families that could now get food and supplies without going all the way to town. Campbell began by first selling his wares door-to-door, then purchasing the store building in 1908. He moved to Delavan in 1910, selling the shop to Wallace Dunham. Dunham owned and operated the Heart Prairie Store until at least 1918.

Join us next week for more from the Whitewater Historical Society collections!(2243PC, Whitewater Historical Society)​

The Whitewater Historical Society collects, preserves, and interprets the history of Whitewater and the surrounding area. Be sure to join us next week for more from the Society’s collections. Please “like” us on Facebook, and check out our website at whitewaterhistoricalsociety.org!​