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President Trump has ordered flags to half-staff in honor of Charlie Kirk until sunset on September 14. Kirk was a 31-year-old conservative activist who was shot and killed on the campus of Utah Valley University on Wednesday, September 10.
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Clean Sweep has served the residents of Walworth County since 1992 and the annual program has proven successful in helping to keep hazardous waste out of the landfill, wastewater treatment facilities, local environment and groundwater.
Residential Clean Sweep events are scheduled for October 3 and 4, 2025, and a Business/Ag Clean Sweep is scheduled for October 3, 2025. Both events are in Elkhorn at the Walworth County Public Works Department. Registration is not required for the residential events, but registration is required for the business/ag event by Friday, September 19.
Information Submitted by Amy Limones
Operations Support Assistant – Highway
Clean Sweep Coordinator
262-741-3367
Estate sale for Jack and Diane Trojan
1252 W. Laurel St., Whitewater, WI
Saturday, September 13 – 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 14 – 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
(Numbers issued 1/2 hour prior to sale each day)
Numerous kinds of glassware: including Spode, Bavarian, cut glass, Belleek, cake stands, set of Noritake china.
Furniture: Drop leaf table/chairs, sofa and love seat, mid-century modern sofas, end tables, table lamps, dressers/mirrors, gun cabinet
Antiques and collectibles: Leon Pescheret colored etching, grandfather clock, old style pool table light
Items of special interest: Mrs. Trojan had an extensive collection of Dachshund figures.
See complete list and pictures on Craigslist, Market Place, and Estatesales.net.
Sale conducted by Shirley Erdman Household Sales
Terms & conditions
All Sales Final · No Refunds · Cash · Sold in “As Is” Condition
No Early Sales · Not Responsible for Accidents
Please bring help and tools for removing your items on the day of purchase – our staff is unable to lift or load items.
Photos from the Whitewater Fire Department Pancake Breakfast courtesy of Tom Ganser
Misc furniture items, two window air conditioners, tools, two patio sets, shelving, wheel barrel, snow shoes, PVC animals, etc. Saturday, Sept 13 and Sunday, Sept 14, 8 to 5
201 N Esterly Ave in Whitewater
Join PBS Wisconsin and the Hoard Historical Museum for the premiere screening of “Welcome Poets,” a new film exploring the lives, poetry, and connections between Fort Atkinson residents’ own Lorine Niedecker and former Wisconsin Poet Laureate Nick Gulig. Screening is free and open to attend. Please RSVP by calling the Hoard Museum at 920-397-9914.
Fri 9/12 5-7 pm
Welcome Poets premieres its first two episodes for streaming Friday, September 12, with subsequent episodes released each Friday thereafter. Find them here and on our PBS Wisconsin YouTube Channel.
The Whitewater Girls’ Swim Team kicked off their home season on Tuesday night, September 9, with a fantastic meet against Burlington Co-op! The energy on deck was electric, and the Whippets showed great focus, effort, and time drops across the board.
Meet Highlights:
- Caitlin Alford dropped an impressive 9 seconds in the 200 Freestyle.
- Atreya Wilson swam a lifetime best in the 200 Individual Medley.
- Jalayne Hanson had a huge night, cutting 4 seconds in the 50 Free and 14 seconds in the 100 Free.
- Maggie Maas raced the 100 Butterfly for the first time, finishing with a strong 1:17.91.
- Storm DePorter took on the challenging 500 Freestyle and looked powerful start to finish.
- Maya Davis and Emma Maas both dropped over 4 seconds in the 100 Breaststroke.
Whether dropping time, taking on new events, or cheering on teammates, the Whippets brought great energy and team spirit to the pool. Way to go, Whippets!
Article and Photo Submitted by Sarah Reynolds
Whitewater High School Head Swim Coach
ReynoldsSM07@uww.edu
Obituaries
Lawrence “Larry” C. Hartung, a proud Marine Veteran of the Vietnam War, and longtime resident of Fort Atkinson, WI, passed away peacefully at his home on May 1, 2026. Larry was born June 7th, 1949, to Levon and Charles Hartung in Chicago, IL. Larry enlisted in the US Marine Corps in 1968 and served 3 consecutive tours in the Vietnam War. During this time, he became pen pals with his future wife, Candy, via a connection through his father. In 1970, he came home on leave to marry Candy. They celebrated 55 years of marriage on October 31st, 2025. During … Read more
Leo E. Wurzer, 65, of Eagle, Wisconsin passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at his home. Leo was born on April 15, 1961 in Kenosha, Wisconsin to Cyril and Shirley (McNeil) Wurzer. He grew up between Pleasant Prairie and Antigo, spending his childhood summers on his uncle’s farm where he discovered his love for all things tractors. Although he never had a farm of his own, he was able to partially fulfill his dream by working as a driver for Robin’s Trucking in Whitewater, WI in his last days and collecting miniature Tonka toys. He began his career … Read more
Lois Cummings, 99, of Fond du Lac, WI (formerly of Janesville, WI, Fort Atkinson, WI, Fountain Hills, AZ, and Green Valley, AZ) passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026 at the Meadows Senior Residence in Fond du Lac surrounded by family. Lois was born on February 17, 1927 in Fort Atkinson to Edward and Clarice (Roseth) Stevens. The middle child of 9 children, she attended Fort Atkinson schools and graduated in 1944. On September 11, 1948 Lois married Grant Cummings at Saint Andrew Catholic Church in Delavan, WI. Together they had 3 children, Gary, Colleen (Tom) Sabel, and Patty (Paul) … Read more
Come celebrate William Kincaid’s Celebration of Life on Saturday, May 30th at 1 pm at Trippe Lake Park Pavillion in Whitewater. He truly enjoyed gatherings where his favorite foods and music could be enjoyed with some of his closest friends and family. We will honor him by carrying on one of his favorite traditions. Please bring your own beverages and chairs. There is limited seating. See you all there!
Gladys Jean (Riley) Hildebrandt, age 89, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 23, 2026. Gladys was born on December 26, 1936, in Whitewater, Wisconsin, to Theresa Egnoski Riley. She was married to Walter Sobolik Sr., and later married James A. Hildebrandt in 1976. Gladys was a hardworking woman who spent her life caring for others. She worked in school kitchens, restaurants, factories, and cleaning services. She concluded her working career as a full-time nanny. In that role, she lovingly cared for Andrew, Daniel, and Kaitlyn Drzewiecki, who became part of her chosen family. Gladys is survived by her sons, Wally … Read more
WHITEWATER – Nan Rowley died on April 15, 2026, at the age of 90. She was born on September 4, 1935, in a little house on the prairie in the Town of Johnstown, Wisconsin, the daughter of Wayne L. Wilbur and Florence (McQuillen) Wilbur. Nan attended primary schools in the towns of Johnstown and Richmond and in the City of Whitewater. Nan graduated with honors from Whitewater City High School. On June 19, 1954, Nancy and Ken Rowley were united in marriage in Whitewater and went to live on the Rowley family farm in Richmond. Over the years, Nan served … Read more
Marion H. Gorniak (nee Pfeiffer), 74, of Whitewater passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 11, 2026. She was born on October 24, 1951, to the late Harvey and Loraine (nee Drifke) Pfeiffer in Fort Atkinson, WI. On June 2, 1969, she was united in marriage to Alan Gorniak. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, and cooking, especially her rhubarb pies. She especially enjoyed spending time with family and friends and will be missed by all who knew her. Those Marion leaves behind to cherish her memory include her husband, Alan Gorniak; stepson, Alan Bauer; sister, Sue Ann Schultz, other relatives and friends. … Read more
Ruth Irene (Phelps) Justis, 88, of Appleton City, Missouri, passed away Friday morning, April 10, 2026, at the Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg, MO, with her family by her side. Ruth was born June 3, 1937 in Janesville, Wisconsin, to Charles and Ada Mae (Maly) Phelps. She joined the Marine Corps in 1956. During her time there, she met and married her husband, Forest Wayne “Wayne” Justis in 1957. They shared 62 years of marriage and to this union, 2 children, Charles and Dorene, were born. Ruth grew up in Whitewater, WI., the oldest of three children. Ruth graduated from … Read more
Dorothy C. Kau, age 101, of Eagle, Wisconsin passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at Fort Memorial Hospital. Dorothy was born on March 18, 1925 in Eagle on the family farm, the daughter of John and Katherine (Faestel) VonRueden. Dorothy was a 1942 graduate of Palmyra High School. On May 21, 1949, Dorothy was united in marriage to Alvin E. Kau at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Eagle and the Lord blessed their union with 8 children. Alvin and Dorothy enjoyed 50 years of marriage together until Alvin’s death in the year 2000. Dorothy enjoyed being a farm … Read more
Dorothy E. McCracken, 95, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025, in Sarasota, Florida. Born on April 14, 1930, in Whitewater, Wisconsin, to Carl and Joyce Meyer, Dorothy grew up in Whitewater and graduated from Whitewater High School. She then worked for a photographer and hand painted his first colored portraits, until she got married. She and her first husband, Bernard Wafle, owned and operated a 179-acre dairy farm in Helenville, Wisconsin, for 25 years before relocating to Ocala, Florida, in 1979. Dorothy later married Earl McCracken, in Ocala, Fl. She also shared a special companionship later in life with … Read more
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