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Our Readers Share: Al Stanek – Resting Buck

Al Stanek captured this photo of a resting buck on July 21, “just off the Ice Age bike trail.”

Our thanks to Al Stanek for sharing this beautiful image.

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Junior Whippets Brought Home Championship Title

The Whitewater Junior Whippets brought home the championship title in the 10U, Class C Division of the Major Youth Baseball League for their 2023 season. Comprised of 8-10 year-olds from all three Whitewater elementary schools, this team played an incredible season with not only a championship win but an overall 16-3 record for the season. Congratulations to our Junior Whippets!

Editor’s note: This announcement was provided by Mike Kachel.

Ben Heller, WHS ’09, Pitched One Inning Vs. Brewers

Heller pitching on 7/21/23 – Photo courtesy of Tim Zuehlke

Update 7/21/23 @ 9:20 p.m. – Heller pitched the 7th inning: struck one out swinging, walked one, Tapia grounded into a double play.

Dick Enstad indicates the following regarding Ben Heller, WHS ’09, a pitcher for the Atlanta Braves:

“Ben Heller is not a starting pitcher for the Braves. He is in the bullpen and performs middle relief. He could appear in any of the games this weekend.”

The Atlanta Braves (62-33) are playing the Brewers (54-43) on Friday at 7:10 p.m., Saturday at 6:15 p.m., and Sunday at 1:10 p.m. It appears that Spectrum cable subscribers can watch the games on channel 29. Brewers now lead the NL Central.

Braves won 6-4.

The Library Presents The Buzz on Beekeeping

Want to know more about beekeeping? Interested in how you can support local honeybees and other pollinators even if you aren’t going to keep bees? Community members are invited to a free workshop at the Irvin L. Young Memorial Library on Tuesday, July 25 at 5:30 p.m.  

There will be a basic discussion on beekeeping in the Midwest, presented by Stephanie Slater, President of the Walworth County Beekeepers Association and the 2022 Wisconsin Honey Producers Association Beekeeper of the Year. Come prepared with all of your honeybee questions!  

The library is located at 431 W. Center Street in Whitewater. There is no cost or registration to attend. Contact Sarah French with questions or accommodation requests at sfrench@whitewater-wi.gov or 262-568-2782. 

Seniors in the Park Presents Colossus: The Forbin Project

“Colossus: The Forbin Project”
Tuesday, July 25, 1 p.m.
(Science Fiction/Thriller) Rated PG-13
1 hour, 41 minutes. (1970)

It’s been said that science fiction anticipates the future and reality. Equate that with AI or artificial intelligence. In this well-regarded classic film, an Elon Musk type electronics genius builds a super computer with a mind of its own; or so he thinks, until he learns, so have the Soviets. When the two artificial intelligences begin to communicate with each other,
machines-world domination over human beings is imminent. Stars Eric Braeden, Susan Clark and William Schallert.

Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Former State Representative

 
Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #207 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sat., July 22, 2023, in honor of former State Rep. Michael Endsley, who passed away peacefully on July 13, 2023, at 61 years old. 

“On behalf of the state of Wisconsin, I share our deepest condolences with Andrew, Katie, Beverly, Michelle, and the entire Endsley family on Michael’s passing,” said Gov. Evers. “He was a hardworking businessman, dedicated public servant, avid history buff, enthusiastic Green Bay Packer fan, and by all accounts, a great father and friend to all those who knew him. He will be missed.”

Endsley was first elected to the Wisconsin State Assembly in 2010, where he served two terms representing Wisconsin’s 26th Assembly District. While in the Assembly, he chaired the Aging and Long-Term Care Committee and was vice-chair for the Jobs, Economy, and Small Business and Small Business Development Committees. 

In 2014, Endsley was diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) that later developed into early-onset Alzheimer’s disease. A dedicated advocate and committed public servant, Endsley spent his time learning about Alzheimer’s disease, educating others, and helping all those affected by the disease and other dementias.

Memorial services for former State Rep. Endsley will be held on Sat., July 22, 2023, in Sheboygan Falls.

Ben Heller, WHS ’09, pitched one inning vs. Brewers (Updated)

Heller pitching on 7/21/23 – Photo courtesy of Tim Zuehlke

Update 7/21/23 @ 9:20 p.m. – Heller pitched the 7th inning: struck one out swinging, walked one, Tapia grounded into a double play.

Braves won 6-4.

Dick Enstad indicates the following regarding Ben Heller, WHS ’09, a pitcher for the Atlanta Braves:

“Ben Heller is not a starting pitcher for the Braves. He is in the bullpen and performs middle relief. He could appear in any of the games this weekend.”

The Atlanta Braves (62-33) are playing the Brewers (54-43) on Friday at 7:10 p.m., Saturday at 6:15 p.m., and Sunday at 1:10 p.m. It appears that Spectrum cable subscribers can watch the games on channel 29. Brewers now lead the NL Central.

Fairhaven Announces Renovation Plan

Fairhaven Senior Services in Whitewater, WI has announced a $10 million renovation plan to update and add Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) Assisted Living units to our 2nd, 3rd and 4th floors in our main building. Renovations are set to start during the month of September and once completed in the summer of 2024, will provide a total of 47 units along with added lounges on each floor. On our 3rd and 4th floors will be a total of 24 units which will feature a walk-in kitchenette, living space and a fully accessible bathroom with walk-in shower. Our second floor, which will consist of 23 units, will offer a more intensive level of services and care. Each floor will operate independently offering the services that we currently have on our 4th floor Assisted Living.

Paul Kuenning, Fairhaven’s President/CEO said he believes this renovation will offer the community and surrounding area a level of service and care that is currently and will be needed in the future. This will ensure that Fairhaven may continue its mission as a visible ministry of God’s love for older men and women and to offer a community where “Life is Added to Years.”

We have started our communication with residents/family members/loved ones and plan to share our renovation progress to the community via our Facebook page @Fairhaven Senior Services.

Fairhaven is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization affiliated with the United Church of Christ that has been a part of the Whitewater community for over 60 years.

Architects of the renovation are Eppstein Uhen Architects of Milwaukee and Madison, with Dan Schindhelm serving as project manager. VJS Construction Services of Pewaukee is the contractor, with Chris Sauve, Vice President, overseeing the construction.

Editor’s note: The above press release was provided by Fairhaven Senior Services.

Our Readers Share: Steve Watson Adds Poetry to His Nature Photos (Updated)

Morning dove, flying above. 
Soaring past the trees.
Makes it look like a breeze.
Chipmunk darts across the trail. 
Airborne leaps, 
Into the grassy veil.

Osprey is a daring bird.
From on high it dives unheard. 
Headlong into the water.
Flies away with its slaughter. 

Our thanks to Steve Watson for sharing not only more of his fascinating photos but his poetic talent besides.

— Our Readers Share: We hope that you might have something that you’d be willing to share.  Anything that’s been created by someone else should, of course, be credited, and you should ask their permission if you’re able. We cannot post copyrighted material without permission. We can’t guarantee that we’ll have space for all submissions, and contributions will be subject to editorial board approval. The one definite exclusion is anything politically oriented. We will assume that you’re willing for us to include your name as the submitter unless you indicate that you prefer to remain anonymous. Send to whitewaterbanner@gmail.com or click on “submit a story” near the top right of our homepage.  Thanks for thinking about this!

Updated 7/21/23 @ 8:15 a.m. – Osprey photos rearranged for proper sequence.

#FlashbackFriday with the Historical Society: Summer Scene on Prairie Street

It’s time once again for #flashbackfriday with the Whitewater Historical Society. The third image in our series showing Whitewater streets in summer is this view taken on N. Prairie Street. Like the other views, it shows a long line of mature street trees. How those trees in the city must have helped keep the houses cool in summer!

Join us next week for the last of our series of summer street views in Whitewater.

#2253PC, Whitewater Historical Society