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

The Jefferson County Sheriff issued a press release on November 13 soliciting help from hunters, specifically around STH 106/CTH A, in watching for anything that may lead to a conclusion in a double homicide case involving suspect Kevin P. Anderson. It was stated that the case remains active while Anderson remains at large, and the agency has continued to follow up on leads generated from across the country.

On June 16, 2020 Kevin P. Anderson is alleged to have shot and killed his sister and brother-in-law, Nedra J. and James H. Lemke, at their family farm in rural Jefferson County. Anderson then proceeded to burn the farm house down and shot at a sheriff’s deputy responding to the farm. Anderson is believed to have fled the area as no remains were found in the farm house. Anderson is an avid hunter and camper. He is charged with two counts of first-degree intentional homicide, one count of attempted intentional first-degree homicide, one count of arson, and one count of felon in possession of a firearm.

Anderson is described as a white male in his mid 60’s, 6’0″ tall, weighs about 200 lbs., has blue eyes, and balding brown hair.

Anyone seeing Anderson, who should be considered armed and dangerous, should not approach him but should immediately contact local law enforcement. Anyone who believes they have seen Anderson, have any knowledge of his whereabouts, or information to share pertaining to this case, should contact the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office at 920-674-7310.

Editor’s note: The following press release was received from Wisconsin Makers.

Wisconsin Makers will host its first-ever aluminum pour on Saturday, Nov. 18.

The public is invited to this family-friendly event at the regional makerspace, located at 200 E. Clay St. in Whitewater.

The event will be similar to the past cast iron pours, except organizers will be pouring aluminum, which has very different properties. It melts at a lower temperature, is lighter, is silver in color and does not rust.

Spectators are welcome to watch the “pour team” — Teresa “Tree” Lind, a University of Wisconsin-Whitewater lecturer of art and design, and her students and alumni — melt aluminum in an outdoor furnace and then fill sand scratch molds with the liquid metal.

The aluminum will be poured starting at noon, with castings completed by mid-afternoon.

The per-person cost is $25. Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Make your own casting

Members of the public wishing to make their own casting may buy a scratch mold square to personalize with their design that day, starting at 9 a.m. They must be completed by 11:30 a.m.

Persons wishing to get a head start on their design may attend a scratch mold workshop at the makerspace Friday, Nov. 17, from 6 to 8 p.m.

If participants would rather to do their artwork at home, they may purchase scratch molds beforehand at Binning and Dickens Insurance, 319 W. Center St., Whitewater, during weekday business hours.

“We are very excited to be hosting our first-ever aluminum pour,” said Wisconsin Makers President Al Jewer. “We have held cast-iron pours in the spring for six years and they have been a lot of fun. This is a wonderful opportunity to create a one-of-a-kind piece of art.”

Wisconsin Makers is a nonprofit regional makerspace (community workshop) offering an affordable, collaborative and educational environment that inspires people of all ages to become innovators by unlocking their skills through continual experimentation and training. Work areas/equipment include: 3-D printing, laser engraving, machining, welding/fabrication, electronics, blacksmithing, woodworking, ceramics/pottery, jewelry making, arts/crafts, quilting/fabric arts, matting/framing and more.

For more information on the iron pour or scratch mold workshop, or to learn about the makerspace or memberships, visit Wisconsin Makers’ Facebook page at @wisconsinmakers or call Jewer at (630) 430-9498.

Editor’s Note: The following was provided by the League of Women Voters Whitewater Area.

The League of Women Voters Whitewater Area’s Book Club welcomes community members to join the last of our three Book Club discussions of Sissy: A Coming-of-Gender Story by Jacob Tobia.  Our third and final Book Club discussions will be held on Friday, November 17, 2023, 6-8 p.m., at the home of Dwight Watson, 220 S Church St in Whitewater. 

League members and the general public are invited to fully participate in discussions of this engaging memoir by a gender non-conforming writer.

College of Arts and Communication, Department of Theatre/Dance

The College of Arts and Communication at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater announces its production of “Much Ado About Nothing” by William Shakespeare. Adapted and directed by Sara J. Griffin, this production will run in Barnett Theatre on select days from Nov. 10-18. Tickets are on sale for the performances and can be purchased in person at Ticket Services, online at tickets.uww.edu or by calling (262) 472-2222. The Barnett Theatre and UW-Whitewater Ticket Services are located in the Greenhill Center of the Arts at 950 W. Main St., Whitewater, WI 53190. 

In this enchanting adaptation of Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing,” step into the captivating world of 1935 New Orleans, where love, laughter, and deception intertwine against the backdrop of the Garden District and French Quarter. Set to the vibrant rhythms of jazz, this dazzling production will transport you to a bygone era of elegance and passion, and onto a journey where wit battles wit, villainy battles honesty, and love turns the most sensible into fools.

This show contains a momentary suggestion of sex. Acceptable for children under 13, with parental guidance.

On choosing this production, Griffin states, “Flaws and forgiveness, that’s what this wonderful Shakespeare tale is about. He asks us to examine our own personal limits for forgiveness through a variety of relationships and events in this play. Some are simple and easy; some are simple but not easy.”

The cast for the UW-Whitewater production of “Much Ado About Nothing”  includes Core Miller as Beatrice, Emma Dutcher as Hero, Bryce Giammo as Benedick, and Sam Behling as Claudio. 

Remaining show times:

• Thurs., Nov. 16 at 7:30 p.m.
• Fri., Nov. 17 at 7:30 p.m.
• Sat., Nov. 18 at 2 p.m.

You don’t want to miss this enchanting performance of “Much Ado About Nothing”in Barnett Theatre Nov. 10-18. Get your tickets today in person, online at tickets.uww.edu or by calling (262) 472-2222. There is a $2 surcharge for tickets purchased at the door at the time of the event. The Barnett Theatre and UW-Whitewater Ticket Services are located in the Greenhill Center of the Arts at 950 W. Main St., Whitewater, WI 53190. Ticket Services hours are Monday-Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. when classes are in session.

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The College of Arts and Communication at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater offers rigorous programs in music, theatre, dance, and the visual arts; internships, pre-professional opportunities in journalism, advertising, and applied communication, and innovative interdisciplinary studies. The mission of the College of Arts and Communication is to cultivate and inspire creativity, diversity, expression, inquiry and integrity through embodied education in the fine performing and communicative arts and professions. For more information visit uww.edu/coac.

One Week left to enter Kiwanis “Top Dog” Contest running until November 18

 Dogs with the Most Votes Win Prizes

Only one week left to show off your pup’s charm in the Whitewater Kiwanis Breakfast Top Dog contest! Just until November 18, dog enthusiasts can head to wwtopdog.net (or scan the QR code below) to donate $5 and enter a photo of their adorable pooch. Remember, no humans in the picture, just let your dog’s personality shine!

After registering, rally your friends and family to vote for your furry friend—each vote costs just $1, and you can vote multiple times. The top eight dogs with the most votes will snag fantastic prizes, so don’t miss out on the chance to showcase your dog’s star power.

A big shoutout to our major sponsor, First Citizens State Bank, and heartfelt thanks to Second Salem Brewing, HIS Rentals, Shadow Dog Photography, Whitewater Veterinary Hospital, Whitewater Pet Supplies Plus, Whitewater Animal Medical Center, and Studio 84 for contributing amazing prizes. Get ready for a paw-some time! 

Following is a list of the current prizes and additional sponsors:

Grand Prize

Second Salem Brewing Company, working with the winner, will craft an exclusive springtime brew featuring a portrait of the victorious pup on its label. The winner’s owner/guardian will have the unique opportunity to collaborate with their Brewmaster on the label’s design and the beer’s moniker.

Additional Prizes and sponsors are as follows:

·         A winter weekend retreat provided by HSI Rentals at their Lake Alice Airbnb

·         Shadow Dog Photography is providing a portrait experience – $800 value

·         Whitewater Veterinary Hospital will provide a free annual exam, vaccinations, heartworm test and fecal test – value $300

·         Whitewater Pet Supplies Plus will provide a gift basket for your “top dog.”

·         Whitewater Animal Medical Center will provide a gift basket of prizes for your “top dog.”

·         Studio 84 in Whitewater will provide an artist’s rendition of your special dog.

This fun contest supports youth activities in our Whitewater community. If you have an interest in helping youth in Whitewater, you can check out Whitewater Kiwanis on Facebook and join our Club by contacting Patrick Taylor at Petaylor.law@gmail.com.

Whitewater Kiwanis is a group of dedicated volunteers who help both children of the Whitewater community and the world, all with 100% of funds raised going directly to youth projects and zero to administrative costs. Over the past five years the club raised funds to make possible the recent installation of the city’s first piece of inclusive playground equipment, a We-Go-Round, in Starin Park.  Annual donations are also made to provide shoes and winter clothes for students, as well as support for organizations such as the Whitewater Food Pantry, Bethel House, The Community Space, and the Whitewater Youth Soccer Club.

Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time.

City of Whitewater Plan & Architectural Review Commission – Monday @ 6:00 p.m.
Agenda includes Public Hearing Regarding Consideration of A Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for Proposed
Residential Units on Second Floor to be located at 209 S. Taft Street, Parcel # /HAS 00046
Whitewater Municipal Building Community Room,
312 West Whitewater St.
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Citizen participation is welcome during topic discussion periods.
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City of Whitewater Public Works Committee – Tuesday @ 5:00 p.m.
Agenda
Cravath Lakefront Room, 2nd floor, 312 W. Whitewater St.
Agenda includes Discussion and possible action regarding private side lead water lateral replacement
costs and Discussion and possible action regarding sidewalk replacement program.

City of Whitewater Park & Recreation Board – Wednesday @ 5:30 p.m.
Agenda includes DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING STARIN PARK UNDERGROUND
DETENTION BASIN.
Whitewater Municipal Building Community Room,
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City of Whitewater Community Development Authority (CDA) – Thursday @ 5:30 p.m.
Agenda includes Update from Kristin Parks of Anderson Commercial Group regarding marketing strategies
for sale of City-Owned lots, Update regarding status of Economic Development Director position, and closed session (followed by open session) regarding Innovation Center Memorandum of Understanding between City and UW-Whitewater -Update Only and Discussion and possible action regarding Action Fund Loan to Fine Food Culture LLC (The Black Sheep).
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