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Whippet Soccer had another dominant performance on Tuesday, September 1, with a 6-1 win over Racine Lutheran. After a slow start, your Whippets really stepped on the gas and really brought the heat on an already scorching evening. The humidity didn’t seem to slow down WHS with goals by Elijah Gutierez, Wesley Baker, and Niko Valdez. Derick Martinez contributed a hat trick to cap off another special performance from him. Keeper Asher Bangert had an 8 save evening which really solidified Whitewater’s strong defensive performance.
On Thursday evening, September 3, the Whippets traveled to Cambridge where their start of the game left a lot to be desired. However, after falling behind 2-0 in just the 12th minute, WHS showed tremendous fight and spirit to push forward to a 4-4 tie. Derick Martinez yet again contributed 2 goals and continued his tremendous run of form. Elijah Gutierez converted a penalty, and Bastian Portales buried a beautiful header off of a corner to round out the scoring. Emiliano Olivares had a great game as well while contributing 2 assists. Whippet Soccer saw both varsity keepers on the field with Asher Banger contributing 5 saves and Esteban Lopez-Villanueva saving 2.
Keep up the good work Whippets, and we hope to see you all again on Tuesday, September 8, when Lakeside Lutheran comes to town.
Article and Image Submitted by Sam Burns
Whitewater High School Head Boys’ Soccer Coach
dburns@wwusd.org
The Warhawk seniors pose with their families prior to the game against Carleton
UW-Whitewater defeated Carleton 69-7 on Saturday in its season opener. UWW scored 55 unanswered points across nine scoring drives after the game was 14-7 in the first quarter.
The UW-Whitewater faithful came out to Perkins Stadium to celebrate the seniors and the Warhawks gave them a show setting numerous records in the season-opener. Darrick Hill (Stoughton, Wis./Stoughton) set the program records for the longest run from scrimmage and longest touchdown run (98-yards), the Warhawks set the record for total offense in a single game (762 yards) – also ranked fourth in WIAC history – and UWW tied the single game record for passing touchdowns with six.
UWW’s offense turned three long plays into first-quarter touchdowns, with Hill’s record-breaking 98-yard run and Justin Klinkner (Two Rivers, Wis./Two Rivers) connecting with Jacques Brooks (Franklin, Wis./Franklin) for an 84-yard score. After Carleton made it 14-7, UWW answered on its next possession when Klinkner found Tyler Vasey (Crystal Lake, Ill/Prairie Ridge) for a 61-yard touchdown. The Warhawks finished the quarter ahead 21-7 after totaling 290 yards of offense.
In the second quarter, UWW put up 21 points, with Klinkner throwing two 18-yard touchdown passes to Brooks and Tommy Novotny (Milwaukee, Wis./Marquette) adding a 32-yard touchdown run. The defense held Carleton without a first down in the quarter and forced three punts, including a stop for a loss by Noah Moris (Union Grove, Wis./Union Grove) on third down. UWW entered halftime ahead 42-7.
UW-Whitewater scored on each of its first three possessions of the third quarter, adding touchdown passes of 25 yards from Klinkner to Vasey and 34 yards from Cole Warren (Roscoe, Ill./Hononegah) to Kade Sainz (Goshen, Ind./North Ridge) before Hunter Liszka (St. Charles, Ill./St. Charles North) hit a 25-yard field goal. The defense kept Carleton scoreless in the quarter and produced two fumble recoveries, with Drew Kortz (Freedom, Wis./Freedom) forcing one recovered by Josh Lambert (Downers Grove, Ill./Downers Grove North) and Jayden Daniel (Glen Ellyn, Ill./Glenbard West) forcing another recovered by Ashton Maney (Three Lakes, Wis./Three Lakes). UWW finished the quarter ahead 59-7.
Maney’s interception at the UWW 45 with 13:33 left led to a five-play, 55-yard drive, capped by Jayveon Gold’s (Milwaukee, Wis./Whitnall) 20-yard touchdown run and Grant Urban’s (Frankfort, Ill./Lincoln-Way East) extra point for a 69-7 lead. Earlier, Urban made a 25-yard field goal, and the Warhawks finished the fourth quarter with 90 rushing yards while holding Carleton scoreless.
Klinkner completed 20 of 23 passes for 366 yards and five touchdowns. Brooks caught six passes for 145 yards including three touchdowns. Vasey added nine receptions for 123 yards and two touchdowns. Hill rushed eight times for 129 yards and one touchdown.
The Warhawks return to Perkins Stadium next Saturday for a 1 PM kickoff against St. Xavier.
Editor’s note: This report is from the UW-W Athletics website.
Feeling crafty? Community members are invited to Fiber Fridays at the Whitewater Public Library. This is an informal gathering to create, relax, and have fun! Participants are welcome to bring their own fiber art project such as knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing, etc. The library will also provide some basic supplies, tools, and materials, including a sewing machine. This program is for adults and there is no cost or registration to attend. Drop by if you can!
Fiber Fridays will take place at 5:00-6:30 p.m. on the following Fridays in Meeting Room 2:
- September 11
- October 16
- November 6
The Whitewater Public Library is located at 431 W. Center Street in Whitewater. For more information and a full calendar of events, visit whitewaterlibrary.org.
Sarah French, Assistant Director, Whitewater Public Library
Office: 262-458-2782
sfrench@whitewater-wi.gov
We all know June 6 is D-Day. But did you know the reason why this historic date was chosen to be the day of the largest sea-based land invasion in world history that freed Europe in World War II…? This 2026 film features Brendan Fraser as General Dwight D. Eisenhower. It is rated PG-13, and is 1 hour, 40 minutes in length. Tuesday, September 8, 1 p.m.
Seniors in the Park is located in Starin Park, 504 W. Starin Road. Although there is no charge to attend, regular participants are encouraged to join Seniors in the Park. The annual fee for residents of the Whitewater Unified School District is $15 and non-residents is $20. The funds support about half of the cost of our front desk staff person for 15 hours per week. The rest comes out of our fundraising monies. If you cannot afford the fee, we have a fund that will cover it for you. Fees are accepted at the Starin Park Community Building or online at https://schedulesplus.com/wwtr/kiosk/
Due to copyright issues, Seniors in the Park is no longer able to publicly announce the movie titles being shown. If you wish to find out each month’s titles that Projectionist Mark Dorn has selected, you may call Seniors in the Park at 262-473-0535. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
We all know June 6 is D-Day. But did you know the reason why this historic date was chosen to be the day of the largest sea-based land invasion in world history that freed Europe in World War II…? This 2026 film features Brendan Fraser as General Dwight D. Eisenhower. It is rated PG-13, and is 1 hour, 40 minutes in length.
NOTICE: John’s Disposal will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day.
Please note the following route change:
- Thursday’s route is delayed to Friday
Residents with questions may contact John’s Disposal at (262) 473-4700 or by email at office@johnsdisposal.com. Additional information is available at www.johnsdisposal.com.
Brad Marquardt
Director of Public Works
(262) 473-0139
bmarquardt@whitewater-wi.gov
School District Wellness Committee – Tuesday 9/8 @ 5:00 p.m.
Agenda
Whitewater Unified School District Central Office
419 South Elizabeth Street, Whitewater, Wisconsin
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This meeting is not available virtually.
City of Whitewater Public Works Committee Meeting – Tuesday 9/8 @ 5:00 p.m.
Agenda
Cravath Lakefront Room, 2nd floor
312 W. Whitewater St., Whitewater, Wisconsin
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Open art workshops will be taking place in Whitewater on two Tuesdays in both September and October.
They are set for 5 to 8 p.m. on Sept. 15 and 29 and Oct. 13 and 27 at Wisconsin Makers, 200 E. Clay St in Whitewater.
Classes include copper enameling, copper tooling with fire color, wet or dry felting, wool appliqué (embellishing clothing with wool) and fabric collage (making book covers, pouches, clothing patches and so on).
The fee for each session is $25, materials included, with payment that night. Register for the class of your choice by calling instructor Leani Schoor at (608) 421-4078 or emailing her at leanischoor@gmail.com.
Having earned her bachelor of science degree in art education and master’s degree in curriculum and instruction from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, Schoor taught art at Jefferson High School for 38 years. She is the owner of Studio 2154 in Madison.
Located at the corner of East Clay and Wisconsin streets in Whitewater, Wisconsin Makers is a makerspace or community workshop. The building is accessible and air-conditioned.
Information submitted by Christine Spangler
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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