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East Troy defeated Whitewater 6-1 in girls’ tennis on September 10th. East Troy swept all three doubles matches, while Whitewater earned its lone point at No. 1 singles.
Whitewater’s Taryn Rothwell (8-3) continues her strong season and claimed the top singles match over East Troy’s Avorie Murphy (15-6), 6-7 (6), 4-6.
East Troy opened the match with a tribute to the fallen after 9-11. The Whitewater Girls watched and dedicated the match to former Boston College La Crosse player and NYC firefighter Welles Crowther, who led people to safety after terrorists struck the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. Crowther is known as the man in the red bandana. You can learn more about his story at https://www.youtubeeducation.com/watch?v=S77KYbkmjwc
Singles:
No. 1 – Taryn Rothwell, Whitewater def. Avorie Murphy, East Troy, 6-7 (6), 4-6 , -;
No. 2 – Megan Meeks , East Troy def. Madeline Joseph, Whitewater, 6-0 , 6-1 , -;
No. 3 – Cadence Kehl, East Troy def. Jordyn Weeden, Whitewater, 6-0 , 6-0 , -;
No. 4 – Kendyl Feucht, East Troy def. Ruth Lopez , Whitewater, 6-0 , 6-1 , -;
Doubles:
No. 1 – Mia Taylor, East Troy – Kaylee Kohley , East Troy def. Abby Treder, Whitewater – Izzy Lawton, Whitewater, 6-1 , 6-3 , -;
No. 2 – Alex Szymankiewicz, East Troy – Edie Seiler , East Troy def. Isabel S, Whitewater – Sophia W, Whitewater, 6-0 , 6-0 , -;
No. 3 – Riahlyn Cain, East Troy – Elena Milne, East Troy def. Serena Soto, Whitewater – Emma S, Whitewater, 6-2 , 6-1 , -;
Photos Courtesy of Greg Stewart and Dave Lindow East Troy
A post on The Whitewater Banner on September 7 provided a link to a WMTV report on the Whitewater Police Department’s ongoing investigation into internet crimes against children. As was indicated in the article, a local resident has been charged with Possession of Child Pornography and Child Sexual Exploitation, and ongoing investigation into these crimes has identified “at least 4,000 victims, and suspects around the globe.”
In response to questions posed by The Banner, Police Chief Dan Meyer provided the following information about the ongoing investigation.
- “No local victims have been identified in the material.
- No other local suspects have been charged at this point.
- Detectives are working the case as time permits – it falls to the back burner as new or more pressing cases are received.
- Detectives have been communicating directly with a number of outside agencies both to identify victims and suspects.”
It’s time once again for #FlashbackFriday with the Whitewater Historical Society.
The university is in full swing for the 2026-27 academic year so now is a good time to show this aerial photo of the campus from the mid-20th century. Prominent is the old football field and of course, the Old Main complex to the right.
Join us next week for more from the Whitewater Historical Society.
(3692P, Whitewater Historical Society)
| Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of 9/11 and State Day of Service and Remembrance |
| MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #304 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Fri., Sept. 11, 2026, and declaring a state Day of Service and Remembrance in honor of the nearly 3,000 individuals who lost their lives in the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. As Wisconsinites reflect and remember the fateful day 25 years ago, Gov. Evers is encouraging folks to participate in a day of service to give back to their neighbors and local communities. Gov. Evers and members of the Evers Administration will be participating in service events on Fri., Sep. 11, 2026, as part of the state Day of Service and Remembrance. “Today, as we reflect on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and the events that changed our nation forever, I call upon Wisconsinites to help honor this solemn day through acts of kindness and service in our local communities,” said Gov. Evers. “Together, we are united today in remembering and honoring those whose lives were forever changed and paying our respects to the first responders, service members, and all those who made the ultimate sacrifice in its aftermath. We will never forget.” A list of potential volunteer opportunities, including virtual options, can be found on the Volunteer Wisconsin website here. Wisconsinites can also participate in other ways, including by engaging with their neighborhoods and communities, performing acts of kindness, and taking the time to reflect on the significance of the day. |
The Unity Walk on Saturday, September 12 at 10 am will occur RAIN or SHINE because the speeches in front of the Arts Alliance by Rev. Clarissa Martinelli, First United Methodist Church, and Camden Harlan, Whitewater Pride, will occur inside the Armory if it is raining. Everyone is invited to attend the Unity Walk – a Symbol of Civility.
Thursday, September 10, 7:30 p.m. – Admission is $7 for adults, $4 for under 18 or age 65+. Please see information at bottom of this post regarding parking permits that are required Monday through Thursday.
Sunday, September 13 @ 7:30 p.m. – Admission is $7 for adults, $4 for under 18 or age 65+. There is no charge for parking on Sunday.
Tuesday, September 22 @ 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults, $6 for those under age 18 or 65+. Please see information at bottom of this post regarding parking permits that are required Monday through Thursday.
Parking – Monday through Thursday
A permit is required to park in university lots and on Prince Street north of Main Street during events that take place Monday – Thursday. Parking is permitted without a permit from 5 p.m. Fridays to 11:00 p.m. Sundays.
The closest lots are Lots 1 and 2. To purchase a permit, visit uww.aimsparking.com and follow these steps:
- Select: Purchase UW-W Special Event Permits
- Agree to Terms of Service
- Select Event Type: CENTER OF THE ARTS
- Select the event you are attending
- Select Permit Type: EVENT GUEST
- Dates will automatically fill in
- Click Add Vehicle
- Enter license plate, make, model and color vehicle; Click ADD
- Follow the remaining prompts to complete registration process
NOTE: Your license plate is your permit; be sure to enter the plate information correctly to avoid tickets. Plates not entered correctly are subject to $5 tickets. Do not park in stalls with any type of sign. If you need to change your plate, call 262-472-1011 during business hours Mon-Fri 7:30 am to 4:30 pm.
Whitewater’s 6th Annual Pride Rally is a free, family-friendly celebration that takes place from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Cravath Lakefront Park in downtown Whitewater.
Whitewater City Manager, John Weidl, said, “Whitewater is at its best when everyone who lives here knows they belong here. That’s not a slogan; people and employers choose communities where their families will be welcomed, and that’s good for all of us. The City is proud to be a Gold Sponsor of the 6th Annual Whitewater Pride Rally, and as a Warhawk married to a Warhawk alum, I’m proud of what this college town shows the world. Thank you to the organizers and volunteers. See you at Cravath Lakefront Park on October 3rd.”
Whitewater Pride is dedicated to bringing the LGBTQ+ community and Allies together. Their mission is to foster diversity, inclusion, and pride in the Whitewater community. Their vision is to create an open, affirmative, and accepting environment for all people, with a focus on celebrating the LGBTQ+ community.
Malayna Oswald, AFSP Wisconsin Chapter Board Member, said, “The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – Wisconsin Chapter has been excited to engage with the Whitewater community through our yearly Out of the Darkness walk for suicide prevention every spring at UW-Whitewater, and we are very excited to be invited back to Whitewater to participate in the 6th Annual Whitewater Pride Rally. We are deeply committed to fostering supportive spaces for the LGBTQ+ community, with one example being our new Pride Pathways: Suicide Prevention for LGBTQ+ Communities and Allies program being offered for free to communities. We look forward to coming together to promote mental health and suicide prevention, and we want to thank Whitewater Pride for the work they do every day and for inviting us to such a meaningful event.”
The event this year includes the community and statewide speakers, engaging performances by Cynthia Mooseknuckle, Jessabelle, Lavender Jones, Pony Boy, Miss Cowphusia, Ellah Maeaux, and Angel Voyer, music by DJ Femme Noir, the UWW Marching Band, and Jonah Hirst, storytelling by Tim Mumm, an open mic, 30+ inclusive vendors, and multiple food trucks, including Sampa’s Tacos and Rocky Rococo’s. Speakers include UWW Chancellor Corey King, WUSD Superintendent Sam Karns, Whitewater City Manager John Weidl, AFSP-WI Board Member Malayna Oswald, and Kim Valenta from Wisconsin LGBT Chamber of Commerce. A children’s area includes face painting, activities, and story time with a selection of LGBTQ+ children’s books. Leashed pets are also invited to attend and participate in our Pride Pet Costume Contest, sponsored by Pet Supplies Plus of Whitewater.
Reverend Joseph O’Donnell said, “The best part of the Whitewater Pride Rally is seeing people, businesses, churches, and groups coming together and creating a community of welcome, a space where people are valued, and where the authentic spirit of each person (and pet) is loved and celebrated. I look forward to these opportunities every year to participate in and support an event that encourages us to come together as a community from so many different aspects and quarters of our city and the surrounding community.” Reverend O’Donnell serves First English Lutheran Church.
This year’s Pride Rally sponsors include: Whitewater Unites Lives, Coburn Company, City of Whitewater, Starbucks Foundation, First English Lutheran Church, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, First United Methodist Church, Fort HealthCare, First Weber Real Estate, Fort Community Credit Union, Tim Mumm, The Family of Paul and Helen Pelnar in Memoriam, LGBTQ+ Walworth County, and Pet Supplies Plus of Whitewater.
There will be a 50/50 raffle and basket raffle. If you would like to make a donation to the basket raffle, for more information, or to support Whitewater Pride as Sponsor or Donor, please visit www.whitewaterpride.org, Instagram @whitewaterpride, or Facebook at Whitewater Pride.
Editor’s Note: The above was submitted by Whitewater Pride.
City provided Letter of Support for project along the US-12 corridor
Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) announced on September 8 that a Kwik Trip location on Whitewater’s south side has been selected to receive funding for new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations through the state’s latest round of National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program grants.
The Kwik Trip #1065 site located at 837 S Janesville St near US-12 will receive $423,562 in federal funding to construct the new charging infrastructure. The award is part of a $25 million round of NEVI grants supporting 42 new EV charging locations across Wisconsin, funded through the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. WisDOT has now awarded approximately $62 million to 120 EV charging projects statewide since the program began.
As part of Kwik Trip’s application to the program, the City of Whitewater submitted a Letter of Support in June 2026 affirming local backing for the project and its benefit to the community and traveling public along the US Highway 12 corridor.
“We were happy to provide a Letter of Support for Kwik Trip’s application,” said Mason Becker, Community Development Director for the City of Whitewater. “Projects like this bring new investment into the City of Whitewater and support the kind of public-private partnership that helps our community grow. This project will also support additional transportation options for residents and visitors alike.”
WisDOT Secretary Kristina Boardman said the state has planned its EV charging station network to benefit both drivers and the communities that host new stations along key travel corridors.
Kwik Trip currently has twenty-three open locations as part of their Kwik Charge® program. People can learn more about the program and future Kwik Charge® locations on their website: https://kwiktrip.com/kwikcharge
The City of Whitewater will continue working with WisDOT and Kwik Trip as the project advances.
Editor’s note: The following list shows all the locations that are being funded.
Belgium | $627,390
Kwik Trip #1281 near I-43
Belmont | $561,540
Kwik Trip #1197 near US-151
Boscobel | $607,648
AmericInn by Wyndham Boscobel near US-61
Brown Deer | $624,886
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson – Milwaukee North near WI-100
Chilton | $628,395
Best Western Stanton Inn near US-10
Coloma | $437,603
Kwik Trip #1979 near WI-21
De Pere | $626,287
BP near WI-32
Dodgeville | $591,022
Best Western Dodgeville Inn & Suites near US-18
Eagle River | $602,466
Days Inn by Wyndham Eagle River near US-45
Eau Claire | $455,745
Dairy Queen near WI-93
Ellsworth | $488,770
Waltz Ace Hardware near US-63
Fennimore | $612,952
Napps Motel near US-18
Fitchburg | $734,434
Sunoco near US-14
Fond du Lac | $609,926
BP near WI-23
Gillett | $630,666
Shell near WI-32
Hayward | $488,770
Marketplace Foods near US-63
Lomira | $636,446
Hi-Way Hop near I-41
Madison | $396,800
Woodman’s near US-12
Marshfield | $591,016
AmericInn by Wyndham Marshfield near US-10
Milwaukee | $930,849
Walker’s Point Plaza near WI-32
Monona | $596,292
BP near US-12
Monroe | $925,600
Downtown Monroe near WI-11
Mt Pleasant | $631,176
Somers Market near I-41
Oconomowoc | $618,678
Hilton Garden Inn Oconomowoc near I-94
Prairie du Chien | $426,831
Kwik Trip #307 near US-18
Racine | $623,010
Comfort Inn Mount Pleasant – Racine near WI-11
Random Lake | $627,640
Random Lake Motel near WI-57
Reedsburg | $607,648
Mobil near WI-23
Reedsville | $910,260
Cenex near US-10
Richland Center | $606,390
Ramada by Wyndham Richland Center near US-14
River Falls | $433,795
Kwik Trip #1104 near WI-35
Salem Lakes | $636,378
Shell near US-45
Spring Green | $603,745
Round Barn Lodge near US-14
Sturgeon Bay | $436,357
Kwik Trip #1282 near WI-57
Turtle Lake | $488,770
Cenex near US-63
Viroqua | $564,158
Sleepy Hollow Commercial Truck Center near US-14
Watertown | $632,094
Best Western Watertown near WI-26
Waukesha | $670,786
Hop N Shop #19 near US-18
Wausau | $629,918
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Wausau near I-39
West Bend | $418,365
Kwik Trip #1982 near WI-33
Whitewater | $423,562
Kwik Trip #1065 near US-12
Wisconsin Rapids | $612,687
BP near WI-54
WisDOT evaluated a variety of factors when choosing these projects, including location, the potential for future development, availability of pull-through parking spaces to allow for larger EVs, and extended business site hours to accommodate longer refueling times. More information on Wisconsin’s electrification program can be found on the WisDOT website.
Obituaries
Sally A. Schutte, age 73, of Whitewater, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on September 21, 2026, while at Hearthstone Memory Care in Whitewater. Sally was born on November 6, 1952, to Roy and Elsie (Rohloff) Haas. Sally married William Schutte in the spring of 2003. Sally grew up on the family farm in the Town of Hebron and graduated from Jefferson High School. She dedicated nearly her entire career to Fort HealthCare, where her hard work and versatility shone through various roles. Over the years, she served in housekeeping and medical records, Center for Dermatology. Sally … Read more
Zachariah “Zach” Schoenke, 41, of Whitewater passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. He was born April 4, 1985, to Keith W. Schoenke and Kathleen Schoenke in Fort Atkinson, WI. He grew up and graduated from Whitewater High School in 2003. Zach worked various jobs over the years but was currently working at Cracker Barrel in Janesville. He was a big Packers Fan and liked to play fantasy football. He enjoyed reading, cooking, and watching horror shows. Zach fiercely loved his son, Lincoln, his sisters, Cami and Cary, his mom and stepdad, and his aunt Robin. He will be dearly … Read more
Carla Winn, 82, died September 5, 2026. Funeral Service will be at 12:00 PM, Saturday, September 12, 2026, at East Heights United Methodist Church, 4407 E Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS 67218, followed by a burial at 2:00 PM at White Chapel Memorial Garden 1806 N Oliver Ave. Carla is preceded in death by her parents, Vivian Dwight and Wilma Lois Krehbiel; and sister, Jennifer Krehbiel. She is survived by husband, Stephen; daughter, Ashley (Clint) Gagel, of Overland Park; siblings, Paul (Kay) Krehbiel, of Socorro, NM, Lynn (Bill) Oetting, of Wichita, Ellen (John) Querner, of Wichita, Teresa Woodson, of Lawrence, KS, … Read more
Susan Miller Celebration of Life There will be a gathering of friends and acquaintances at Susan’s Farm Store to celebrate Susan’s life on Saturday, September 19th from 2-5 p.m. at N6623 Lake Lorraine Rd., Delavan, Wisconsin
Our loving mother, JoAnn E Harrop, age 95, passed away on September 11, 2026. Our sorrow is deep, but we are filled with gratitude for the many years we had with her. Even as her mind was failing, she remained strong and appreciative of all who cared for her. JoAnn was born on January 13, 1931, daughter to Fred Braun and Evelyn Braun {Storck). She was raised in Whitewater, Wisconsin by her grandparents, Otto and Edith Storck. She attended Whitewater High School and helped at the Storck tavern where she met her husband Earl C. Harrop. They married on November … Read more
Russell O. Johnson “Russ,” 88, passed away on September 4, 2026 in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Russell was born on July 12, 1938, in Janesville, Wisconsin. Russ grew up in Janesville, and after high school he joined the Air Force on May 1, 1958, serving as an aircraft mechanic until June 12, 1962. He then worked at Parker Pen in Janesville for a time, where he met his future wife, Avis. After marrying Avis Mason in April 1964, Russ worked for Gillman Manufacturing for a time, then began a career at Dana until its closing in 1980. In 1981, Russ started working … Read more
Marcia Zingg, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, businesswoman, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2026, at the age of 75. Marcia will be remembered for her unwavering love, remarkable strength, generous spirit, and lifelong devotion to her family. She shared 40 wonderful years of marriage with her husband, Jeffrey Zingg, who considered her not only his wife but also his best friend, business partner, and the love of his life. Together, Marcia and Jeffrey built a successful life rooted in perseverance, hard work, laughter, and love. As entrepreneurs in Whitewater, Wisconsin, they owned and managed new car franchises and … Read more
Amanda Jean Hunter was born to Ralph and Malinda (Thomas) Hunter of Whitewater, Wisconsin, on October 6, 1976. She passed away on August 4, in Fort Worth, Texas, where she lived with her family. Amanda passed peacefully in the hospital, surrounded by her loved ones. Amanda was a kind-hearted free spirit with an unmistakable hippie warmth. Generosity, spontaneity, a quick wit, a macabre sense of humor, and an open heart were traits that she embraced. She was a tireless champion of those in need, an innate characteristic that became among the best of her qualities. She proved to be a … Read more
Ellen Eichmiller, 82, of Whitewater, Wisconsin, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2026. Ellen was born on September 10, 1943, in Monroe, Wisconsin, to Chester “Guy” and Irene (née Holmen) Steig. She married the love of her life, Paul Eichmiller, on December 7, 1963, and together they made their home in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Ellen spent much of her working life as a secretary at the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater, where she formed many lasting friendships and memories. Ellen cherished her family and friends and treasured the time she spent with those closest to her. She was known for her love of … Read more
Janet Quinn, age 71, of Jefferson passed away on Thursday, August 20th. Janet was born on December 22nd, 1954 in St. Joseph, MI to Robert Mounsey and Edith Christison Mounsey. She was a granddaughter to Herbert Bragg Mounsey, Charlotte Mounsey, and Ester Christison West. She married Michael Durden in 1979 and later married Eury Quinn Jr. (J.R.) in 1988. Janet grew up in Benton Harbor, MI, and subsequently lived in New York and Arkansas before moving to Wisconsin in 2016. She was a dedicated caregiver to her disabled Mother, and worked as a custodian for various employers over the years. … Read more
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