UW-Whitewater Mens basketball team was edged out by UW-River Falls in a score of 63-60 on Saturday February 8, 2020. Find additional game details here.
The first place UW-Whitewater ladies basketball team rolled over UW-River Falls on Saturday, Feb 8, by a score of 71-45. Leading the Warhawk scoring were Senior Becky Raeder and Junior WHS graduate Rebekah Schumacher, each with 16 points. Find additional game details here. Pictures from the game below provided by Peter Mischka.
The Whitewater Community Foundation will be hosting the 4th Annual Whitewater Civic Summit on Thursday, April 30th beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Community Space located at 834 East Milwaukee Street in Whitewater. The evening will start with a light meal to give people a chance to mix and connect before digging into our agenda in an open forum setting at 6:00 p.m. Whitewater has seen significant positive momentum in the community since the Summit was held last April, including: the ongoing success of Whitewater Grocery Co, the inclusion of a community calendar on the Whitewater Banner website, the continued growth of entitles like the Book Teller and the Community Space, the Whitewater Community Market shifting to operating weekly year-round (“off-season”) inside the Library, Whitewater Unites Lives providing meals for families over summer break, and many other initiatives. To be part of this year’s discussion, you can RSVP at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6RKXKCC by April 8, 2020 and share the top three challenges you would like included in the discussion. If you will be unable to join us on April 30th, your challenges and dreams can still be included in the discussion. We look forward to sharing a few hours with you and your organization at this community collaboration!
The Whitewater Community Foundation’s mission is to “enhance quality of life in the Whitewater area via educational, cultural, charitable or benevolent expenditures.”
Saturday February 8, 2020 PacMan themed team members from Lakeview Elementary made their leaps into the chilly waters at Freezefest. They really were “freezin’ for a reason!” Congratulations to this team for their fundraising efforts and a $2800 donation to Special Olympics.
Members of this team included: Justin Kamp (Music), Sara Brautigam (Art), Jen Clarke (Kindergarten), Brandon Wein (5th grade), Chelsea Niewiedzial (School Counselor) Melissa Paszkiewicz (Early Childhood Special Education), Jess DePorter (Paraprofessional), Stacey Van De Wielen (Paraprofessional), Megan Tourdot (Paraprofessional), Reese Hagan (4th grade student) and Laken Deporter (4th grade student).
Whitewater hosted the Rock Valley Conference Wrestling Tournament on Saturday, February 8. The Whippets ended up in 5th place in the 9 school tournament. Evansville/Albany was first for the 4th straight year.
Next Saturday, the team will travel to Evansville for the WIAA Regional tournament which will begin the selections for the State Tournament in Madison at the end of February.
Rock Valley Conference Wrestling Tournament Results:
https://www.trackwrestling.com/predefinedtournaments/VerifyPassword.jsp?tournamentId=574760132&userType=viewer&pageName=TeamResults.jsp;teamBox=136775140:fontSizeBox=10:patternBox=1000
Article and Photos Submitted by Bob Mischka
Join Bonnie Wagner and trek at Natureland Park on Tuesday, February 18, 1:00 pm. If you don’t have snowshoes, we have some for you to try. Thanks to Bonnie and Patrea for sharing. Register by Thursday, February 13. Let us know if you have snowshoes or not. Snowshoes on a first to register/request basis. All hikes weather and snow dependent.
Seniors in the Park
504 W Starin Rd, PO Box 178
Whitewater WI 53190
Phone 262-473-0535
Hours Mon-Thurs 8:00 am-4:00 pm Friday various days/hours
Senior Coordinator Deb Weberpal, CPRP
dweberpal@whitewater-wi.gov
Volunteer Editor Romelle Koch
Front Desk Patrea Wilson
Parks & Recreation Director Eric Boettcher
Websites: schedulesplus.com/wwtr
www.wwparks.org
www.whitewater-wi.gov
Seniors in the Park is a division of Whitewater Parks and Recreation
Life-saving blood donations needed to help patients across Wisconsin
As Valentine’s Day approaches, Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin wants you to know that you’re somebody’s type when it comes to blood donation. Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin is encouraging community members to schedule lifesaving blood donations by calling 1-877-BE-A-HERO (1-877-232-4376) or support one of the local community drives. Donations of all blood types are needed, but especially type O negative blood in the winter months, which is the universal blood type given to patients in emergency situations and those undergoing surgery.
Whitewater blood donors can help patients in need at Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin’s upcoming blood drives:
Donors can schedule an appointment by calling 1-877-BE-A-HERO (1-877-232-4376) or visiting versiti.org/Wisconsin. Anyone age 17 or older who is in good health and meets eligibility requirements is encouraged to donate blood. Appointments are preferred, but walk-in donors are also welcome. Parental consent is required for 16-year-olds to donate. The entire process takes about an hour. Donors should bring a photo ID that includes birth date.
Calling all Warhawks! Local hospital patients need your help!
GIVE A PINT, GET A PINT!
Donate blood next Tuesday or Wednesday (Feb 11&12), and as a thank you, get a coupon for a FREE pint of custard from Culver’s (while supplies last) AND a $5 e-gift card* to be redeemed at a store or restaurant of your choice!
Appointments are encouraged to get your Culver’s coupon! Reserve your spot by clicking your preferred date below, replying to this email OR texting 414-520-2399. (Include your preferred date and time.)
UW-WHITEWATER BLOOD DRIVES
Hosted by Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin
Sponsored by Tri Beta Honor Society and Pre-Health Associates of Today
Tuesday, February 11 and Wednesday, February 12
1:30-6:30 p.m.
Esker Hall
*E-gift card can be redeemed at your choice of Amazon, Chipotle, Domino’s Pizza, Papa John’s, Starbucks, Target, Walmart and more! Donors must have a valid email address on file with us prior to their appointment, or update it at the time of their donation.
There is no substitute for human blood. It is precious, perishable, and the need for it is vital. Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin is the sole provider of blood to every hospital in southeastern Wisconsin and more than 55 hospitals statewide. We need your help to save the lives of patients in the community!
About Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin
Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin is a not-for-profit organization headquartered in Milwaukee that specializes in blood services, esoteric diagnostic testing, organ, tissue and stem cell donation, medical services and leading-edge research. We advance patient care by delivering life-saving solutions grounded in unparalleled medical and scientific expertise. The collective efforts of Versiti affiliates result in improved patient outcomes, expanded access to care, and cost efficiencies for healthcare systems nationwide. For more information, visitversiti.org/Wisconsin.
Sponsored by Mulberry Glen
“Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood”
(Comedy/Drama)
Tuesday, February 11, 12:30 pm,
Rated R (language, violence, sexual references); 2 hours, 41 minutes (2019)
A faded TV actor (Leonardo DiCaprio) and his stunt double (Brad Pitt) strive to achieve
fame and success in the film industry during the final years of Hollywood’s Golden Age in 1969. Also stars Margot Robbie, Bruce Dern, Luke Perry, Al Pacino and Kurt Russell. Winner of 3 Golden Globes: Actor (DiCaprio); Supporting Actor (Pitt); and Screenplay (Quentin Tarantino).
“Judy”
(Biography/Drama)
Tuesday, February 25, 12:30 pm
Rated PG-13; 1 hour, 58 minutes (2019)
A biography recounting the rough and harrowing later years of Judy Garland. The
action takes place during a 1969 Europeanconcert tour in which the star sold out
shows in London for five consecutive weeks…wherein, what nights and in what
condition she would show up, sets the melodrama. A powerful, sad and affecting
performance by Renee’ Zellweger.
Seniors in the Park
504 W Starin Rd, PO Box 178
Whitewater WI 53190
Phone 262-473-0535
Hours Mon-Thurs 8:00 am-4:00 pm Friday various days/hours
Senior Coordinator Deb Weberpal, CPRP
dweberpal@whitewater-wi.gov
Volunteer Editor Romelle Koch
Front Desk Patrea Wilson
Parks & Recreation Director Eric Boettcher
Websites: schedulesplus.com/wwtr
www.wwparks.org
www.whitewater-wi.gov
Seniors in the Park is a division of Whitewater Parks and Recreation
Thursday, February 13 1:00 pm
What are they? Why would I want to listen? Podcasts are available on almost any subject, such as sports, aging, movies & TV, science and much more. Learn what they are, how to find them and any other questions you may have. Mark Dorn will have information on what they are, how to find them and some popular podcasts, share your favorites and maybe listen to one and have a discussion on the topic. Please call to register.
Seniors in the Park
504 W Starin Rd, PO Box 178
Whitewater WI 53190
Phone 262-473-0535
Hours Mon-Thurs 8:00 am-4:00 pm Friday various days/hours
Senior Coordinator Deb Weberpal, CPRP
dweberpal@whitewater-wi.gov
Volunteer Editor Romelle Koch
Front Desk Patrea Wilson
Parks & Recreation Director Eric Boettcher
Websites: schedulesplus.com/wwtr
www.wwparks.org
www.whitewater-wi.gov
Seniors in the Park is a division of Whitewater Parks and Recreation
On Saturday, February 8 at approximately 7:40 a.m., Rock County deputies and Milton EMS responded to a crash in the 8000 block of North Cty Highway KK, north of Hwy 59, according to a news release from the sheriff’s office.
A 65-year-old male from Whitewater was driving a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox northbound on KK when it is believed “he suffered a medical event” before losing control, resulting in the car overturning. He and a 64-year-old Whitewater woman were trapped in the car. The woman did not suffer serious injuries. The man, who has not been identified pending notification of next of kin, died after being transported to a hospital.
Sterling H. M. Espinoza, 20, of Whitewater, died on Monday, February 3 after a rollover crash nearby on Hwy 59.
Whitewater resident Lola Myszewski donated her hair to an organization called Wigs 4 Kids. The non-profit helps outfit young people — cancer patients, burn victims, etc.,– with wigs made from donations like Lola’s.
For the story, including video, from WMTV, please click here.
