Final boarding call on the ocean liner S. S. American for the WHS Players production of the truly classic American musical “Anything Goes” Nov. 20-22 at 7 p.m. and Nov. 23 at 2 p.m. in the James M. Stewart Auditorium at Whitewater High School.
Tickets available an hour before performance at the box office (adults $12, students $5).
For fun, about 30 minutes before the curtain opens Tom Ganser’s photos from three previous WHS Players musicals will be shown: “Beauty & the Beast,” “Mean Girls,” and “White Christmas.”
Cole Porter’s “Anything Goes” debuted on Broadway in 1934, featuring a mix of romance, comedy, and memorable songs, and can in many ways be classified as the most remarkable musical to ever surface in the canon of American theatre.
No better way to get into the holiday spirit than by joining the cast, crew, and live pit band of the WHS Players in a memorable performance of “Anything Goes.”
The City of Whitewater is excited to invite the entire community to join us for Christmas at Cravath, a month-long celebration of lights, holiday cheer, and family-friendly fun!
From December 5th, 2025 through January 5th, 2026, Cravath Lakefront Park and downtown Whitewater will come alive with festive events for all ages. The season kicks off on Friday, December 5th with the Holiday Market and our dazzling Parade of Lights, followed by the official lighting of the park’s holiday display.
Throughout the month, families can enjoy: Cookies with Santa Parents’ Night Out & Kids Pajama Party Paws and Claus Pet Pictures with Santa Breakfast-for-Dinner with Santa Family Painting Projects Meet the Magic: Real Reindeer for Christmas Chili Cook-Off …and so much more!
Whether you’re shopping local, snapping photos with Santa, or simply taking in the sparkling lights, there’s something magical for everyone.
We invite all residents and visitors to celebrate the season with us and make unforgettable memories at Christmas at Cravath.
Join us for a holiday season full of joy, lights, and community spirit!
For full details, visit www.wwparks.org or follow the City of Whitewater Parks & Recreation on social media. Some programs require a registration fee, others are FREE. Please sign up for the free programs as well to help be sure we do not run out of items.
La Ciudad de Whitewater se complace en invitar a toda la comunidad a unirse a nosotros en la Navidad en Cravath, ¡una celebración de un mes llena de luces, alegría navideña y diversión para toda la familia! Desde el 5 de diciembre de 2025 hasta el 5 de enero de 2026, el Parque Cravath Lakefront y el centro de Whitewater se llenarán de eventos festivos para todas las edades. La temporada comienza el viernes 5 de diciembre con el Mercado Navideño y nuestro deslumbrante Desfile de Luces, seguido por la iluminación oficial de la exhibición navideña del parque. A lo largo del mes, las familias podrán disfrutar de: Galletas con Santa Noche de Padres y Fiesta de Pijamas para Niños Fotos de Mascotas con Papá Noel Desayuno para Cena con Santa Proyectos de Pintura Familiar Conoce la Magia: Renos Reales para Navidad Concurso de Chili … ¡y mucho más! Ya sea que estés comprando localmente, tomando fotos con Santa o simplemente disfrutando de las luces brillantes, hay algo mágico para todos.
Invitamos a todos los residentes y visitantes a celebrar la temporada con nosotros y a crear recuerdos inolvidables en la Navidad en Cravath.
¡Únase a nosotros para una temporada navideña llena de alegría, luces y espíritu comunitario!
Para obtener todos los detalles, visite www.wwparks.org o siga a City of Whitewater Parks & Recreation en las redes sociales. Algunos programas requieren una tarifa de inscripción, otros son GRATIS. Por favor, regístrese también en los programas gratuitos para ayudar a asegurarnos de no quedarnos sin artículos.
Jefferson County is providing a brief update regarding ongoing response efforts to minimize the impact of the avian influenza [“bird flu”] outbreak:
Actions to manage the outbreak are moving forward consistently, with response operations ongoing.
Additional monitoring and response activities are planned to ensure that the outbreak is fully addressed in a timely manner and that remediation efforts continue effectively and safely.
County officials are working closely with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), and federal partners to ensure all actions align with state and federal guidance.
The Jefferson County Health Department continues to monitor the health and safety of personnel and partners involved in the response. It is actively addressing community questions and concerns related to environmental health, water quality, and potential impacts.
Jefferson County remains fully committed to protecting public health and local agricultural operations through coordinated response, monitoring, and transparent communication.
Jefferson County sincerely thanks residents, producers, and response partners for their continued cooperation and support as we work together to protect community health, agriculture, and the environment.
Editor’s note: The above press release was provided by the Office of the Administrator of Jefferson County.
The UW-W football team will compete in the NCAA Division III Championship for the 20th time in program history. The bracket that was announced on November 16 may be viewed here.
The Warhawks will host DePauw University in the second round. Kickoff is slated for noon on November 29 at Perkins Stadium. Further information regarding this contest will be posted to The Banner when available.
The 2026 Stagg Bowl will be held at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton, Ohio on January 4, 2026. This will be the second consecutive year that the Stagg Bowl is being played in January; previously it has always been in early to mid-December. Also, for the second year in a row, the game will be played on a Sunday night, and on ESPN’s primary network. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. CST. This event marks the return of the championship to Canton, where it was last played in 2021. Next year’s event will return to the original site of Salem, Virginia, with the following year returning to Canton.
Another Year of Supporting UWW Students J. Robert’s Menswear ‘Dress for Success Drive’ to Support UW-Whitewater Warhawk Success Closet Local Fine Menswear Company Encourages Community to Donate Professional Attire to Students in Need
J. Robert’s Menswear, a trusted fine menswear company with locations in Janesville and Elkhorn, is proud to announce the return of its “Dress for Success Drive,” a charitable community initiative benefiting the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’s Warhawk Success Closet, a collection of gently worn professional attire that students can choose from at no cost. From Monday, November 17, through Monday, December 1, community members are invited to donate gently used professional clothing to help UW-Whitewater students prepare for interviews, internships, and career fairs.
This meaningful initiative continues to be close to the heart of store owner Kyle Deschner, a proud 2022 UW-Whitewater alumni. “Our goal is to give back to the community and support the next generation of professionals,” said Kyle. “We’re thrilled to contribute to the Warhawk Success Closet, providing students with free access to the professional attire they need for interviews, internships, and career fairs.”
Accepted donations include suits, shirts, ties, dress shoes, and other business-appropriate attire for both men and women. All items collected at J. Robert’s Menswear’s Janesville and Elkhorn stores will be personally delivered by Kyle to the UW-Whitewater Warhawk Success Closet.
As a thank-you, customers will receive $2 in-store credit per donated item (up to $50 total), redeemable through March 2026. “This is our way of thanking our community for their generosity and involvement in this important cause” added Kyle. The Dress for Success Drive is more than a clothing donation; it’s an opportunity to help local students gain confidence and succeed in their professional journeys.
For more details on the Dress for Success Drive or to participate, visit J. Robert’s Menswear, 2919 N Lexington Dr., Janesville or 17 S. Wisconsin St., Elkhorn. You may also contact: Kyle at: kyle@jrobertsmenswear.com or Dylan at: dylan@jrobertsmenswear.com Phone Number: 262-723-2610
It’s that magical time of year — the Letters to Santa program starts today!
Bring your little ones to drop off their letters to Santa at City Hall’s south main entrance (open 24/7) and share their wishes, hopes, and holiday cheer with the big guy himself!
Don’t forget to include your return address so Santa can write back before Christmas! His elves will make sure every letter gets a special reply straight from the North Pole.
The mailbox will be accepting letters now through December 8, so get those lists ready and make sure they’re in before Santa takes off on his big night!
¡El Buzón de Cartas a Santa está ABIERTO!
¡Es esa época mágica del año: el programa Cartas a Santa comienza hoy!
Trae a tus pequeños para dejar sus cartas a Santa en la entrada principal sur del Ayuntamiento (abierta 24/7) y compartir sus deseos, esperanzas y alegría navideña con el propio Santa.
¡No olvides incluir tu dirección de regreso para que Santa pueda responder antes de Navidad! Sus elfos se asegurarán de que cada carta reciba una respuesta especial directamente desde el Polo Norte.
El buzón aceptará cartas desde ahora hasta el 8 de diciembre, así que prepara esas listas y asegúrate de entregarlas antes de que Santa salga en su gran noche.
On Saturday, November 15, twenty-one FIRST Lego League (FLL) teams from across southern Wisconsin gathered at Whitewater High School for a full day of fun and competition, hosted by Ferradermis. The Washington Brick Layers, coached by Val Troxel and Chris Nate, the Lincoln Brick Layers, coached by Lisa Kaminski, the Lakeview Brick Layers, coached by Sara Brautigam, and the WMS Iron Dragons Red and WMS Iron Dragons Silver, coached by Kerry Ramsden and Grace Fanshaw, were all able to compete at this event.
Each team had an 8′ x 8′ area in the pits to display their work. The pits also housed 4 practice tables where teams could work on their robots throughout the day.
The students were busy all day, rehearsing their presentations and doing practice runs with their robots in the pits. Each team spent 30 minutes with a panel of judges, sharing their robot design process and their innovation project. The judges also talked with the students about how their team embodies the FIRST core values of discovery, innovation, impact, inclusion, teamwork, and fun. In their down time, students took part in an elaborate scavenger hunt designed by Vivian Harris to match the season’s archeologically themed game. They also enjoyed playing catch with the high school team’s robot which was tossing foam rings from the 2024 game high in the air. The middle school FIRST Tech Challenge team added an archeological dig for 3D printed season-themed items.
Washington Elementary Brick Layers – Sectional Qualifiers
The Washington team of Damian Ramirez, Clara Meinel, Elizabeth Erdmann, Tanner Marshall, Landon Tranel, Elin Zheng, Everett Taylor, Hazel Gamboeck, Rozina Kejo, and Evan Kaina-Baier (not pictured) became the first ever Whitewater FLL team to advance to the Sectional round. They will now compete at Mukwonago High School on Saturday, December 13, for a chance to advance to State.
Over the course of the season, Ferradermis members volunteered as mentors with various teams including Erison Dreksler at Washington, Vivian Harris at Lakeview, Sam Raupp at Lincoln, and Mason Genung at the middle school. At the event on November 15, thirty-four different high school team members filled volunteer roles from queuers to team escorts, to refs and emcees. The team would like to thank the numerous parents, WUSD Robotics Booster Club members, community members, Ferradermis alumni, and mentors from other high school teams who volunteered throughout the day to make this event possible.
Ferradermis Alumni Wesley Salverson, Reilly Aschenbrener, and Jacob Korf returned to volunteer as judgesVolunteer Refs and Judges, including WUSD Superintendent Samuel Karns, wait to greet the award winners during closing ceremonies
Whitewater High School will next play host to a FIRST Tech Challenge Qualifier with 24 teams, including the WMS Iron Dragons FTC, on Sunday, December 7. The event is free and open to the public.
Article and Photos Submitted by Laura Masbruch Whitewater High School Robotics Advisor lmasbruch@wwusd.org
The Whitewater High School Student Council is proud to announce our first-ever Whitewater Cares Community Food Drive! The Whitewater community has a long-standing tradition of coming together to support one another in times of need, and this event embodies that spirit of generosity and care. All event details can be found on the attached flyer, and a link to sign up is also included below. Please sign up by Thursday afternoon, November 20. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact cluebke@wwusd.org. We appreciate your support and look forward to making a positive impact together!
The Jefferson County Courthouse will be closed to the public on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to allow all employees to participate in a building-wide safety training.
During this time, courthouse doors will be locked and no public entry will be permitted. The courthouse will reopen promptly at 12:00 p.m. and resume normal business operations for the remainder of the day.
“This training reflects Jefferson County’s commitment to maintaining a safe and prepared workplace for both our employees and the public we serve,” said Michael Luckey, Jefferson County Administrator. “We appreciate the community’s understanding as we dedicate this time to ensuring that our staff are fully equipped to respond to emergencies and keep our courthouse a safe place.”
Residents are encouraged to plan ahead for any in-person courthouse business and to make necessary arrangements outside of the training window. Information on county services may be found online at www.jeffersoncountywi.gov.
Editor’s note: The above press release was provided by Jefferson County.
Wednesdays (starting September 10): 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Seasonal Closure
Last Wednesday open: November 19, 2025 (closes at 6:00 p.m.)
Final Saturdays open (weather permitting): o November 22 o November 29 o December 6
Important Notes
Whitewater residents only.
Yard waste must be emptied from containers; containers must be taken home.
Residents may take compost or wood chips (self-load).
A loader is available for wood chips on the first Saturday of each month.
Arrive early enough to unload—the site closes promptly at posted times.
🚫Reminder: Per City Ordinance 12.08.010, depositing yard waste on city streets or right-of-ways is prohibited, except on designated days. Editor’s note; There are no designated days for depositing yard waste on those areas except for brush and leaf pickup days.
📍Location: 599 N. Jefferson St. 📞Questions? Call Public Works at 262-473-0560
Aviso: Sitio de Compostaje Otoño de 2025 ~ Cambio de Horario los Miércoles Horario regular de Atención
Sábados: 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Miércoles (a partir del 10 de septiembre): 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Cierre de Temporada
Último miércoles abierto: 19 de noviembre de 2025 (cierra a las 6:00 p.m.)
Últimos sábados abiertos (si el clima lo permite): o 22 de noviembre o 29 de noviembre o 6 de diciembre Notas importantes
Solo residentes de Whitewater.
Los desechos de jardín deben vaciarse de los contenedores; Los contenedores deben llevarse a casa.
Los residentes pueden tomar abono o astillas de madera (autocarga).
Un cargador está disponible para astillas de madera el primer sábado de cada mes.
Llegue lo suficientemente temprano para descargar: el sitio cierra puntualmente a las horas publicadas. 🚫Recordatorio: Según la Ordenanza de la Ciudad 12.08.010, está prohibido depositar desechos de jardín en las calles de la ciudad o en los derechos de paso, excepto en los días designados. 📍Ubicación: 599 N. Jefferson St. 📞¿Preguntas? Llame a Obras Públicas al 262-473-0560
Cookies with Santa
Parents’ Night Out & Kids Pajama Party
Paws and Claus Pet Pictures with Santa
Breakfast-for-Dinner with Santa
Family Painting Projects
Meet the Magic: Real Reindeer for Christmas
Chili Cook-Off
Join us for a holiday season full of joy, lights, and community spirit!
