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On June 14, 1777, the Second Continental Congress took a break from writing the Articles of Confederation and passed a resolution stating that “the flag of the United States be 13 stripes, alternate red and white,” and that “the union be 13 stars, white in a blue field, representing a new constellation.”
Over 100 years later, in 1916, President Woodrow Wilson marked the anniversary of that decree by officially establishing June 14 as Flag Day.
Landmark Trek takes a look at the history behind the Whitewater Effigy Mounds, and what work the city of Whitewater is doing now to help maintain these special grounds. Please click the link below to watch this Landmark Trek.
The Banner previously announced the names of a large number of UW-Whitewater students who were named to the spring Dean’s List. On June 10 the university announced that the following students had been added to the previously announced Dean’s List recipients.
- Whitewater, WI 53190: Megan Forester
- Whitewater, WI 53190: Megan Haskins
- Whitewater, WI 53190: Sarah Lalasz
These students have demonstrated their academic abilities by receiving a grade point average of 3.4 or above in a single semester.
“Making the Dean’s List is a tremendous honor. It is a recognition of our students’ hard work and commitment to success,” said John Chenoweth, who serves as UW-Whitewater’s provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs. “We are proud of our students and hope to see their names on the list again. Congratulations to all who were recognized!”
The Registrar’s Office reports 3,298 students were selected for the Dean’s List for the spring semester. More than 11,500 students were enrolled at the university’s Whitewater and Rock County campuses in 2023-24.
This Thursday, June 13 from 7-9 pm the talented musicians from UW Whitewater’s Rock Band Camp will be putting on a FREE show open to all to watch! Campers have been rocking their songs and are ready to put on a great show! We have campers from as far as New Mexico and Florida, as well as Wisconsin and many of these campers are playing professional gigs! You don’t want to miss this!
Where:
Cravath Lakefront Park
When:
Thursday, June 13 from 7-9 pm
This event will also be live streamed on Facebook for those who are not able to make it in person! Bring a blanket and some snacks and come hear some great music! And support our future in music!
https://www.facebook.com/events/838360271547060?ref=newsfeed
Huge rummage sale! Something for everyone. Girl clothes birth to size 4/5. Winter coats and boots. Playpen, strollers, booster chairs, and toddler bed. Toys from vintage tractors and construction toys to Little Tikes and Melissa and Doug. Men toys and tools available. Kitchen items and furniture. Yard tools and old cow tank.
Friday 6/14 9 am to 4 and Saturday 6/15 8 am to 4. W6915 Bluff RD. Whitewater
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W9622 Breidsan Dr.
Whitewater (headed out of town it is the next left-past Taco Bell).
**Multi-family rummage…
Tons of name-brand clothing for infant-adult. College dorm supplies, sporting clothes, household goods, furniture…Too much stuff to list!
Thursday 9-3 Friday 8-3 and Saturday 8-2
For birth years 2013 and older. Register here.
Editor’s note: The city provided the explanation and apology shown below for Tuesday’s unexpectedly extended water outage in the Tratt Street area. In response to a question from the Banner, Brad Marquardt, public works director, indicated that an additional shutdown on Wednesday will only affect two residence halls on campus, which are aware and onboard. “There was going to be another shutdown for residents on Tratt St south of Starin Road for a hydrant replacement, but we are asking the contractor to change construction techniques and do the tap under live conditions, foregoing another shutdown,” Marquardt added.
The city’s statement:
Yesterday, our contractor was working on replacing a water main at Tratt and Starin, which required shutting off water to a large area of residents from 8 AM to 4 PM. Unfortunately, the contractor encountered unexpected issues, resulting in the water being turned back on much later than anticipated—closer to midnight.
Our staff went door to door starting at 4 PM, leaving notices and posting updates to inform everyone of the delay. While many residents were understanding and appreciated our efforts to stay late and resolve the problem, we understand that this caused significant inconvenience for others.
We sincerely apologize for any hardship this delay may have caused. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we strive to improve our city’s infrastructure.
Thank you,
City of Whitewater Public Works
Editor’s note: The Banner appreciates having permission to use the image on the homepage by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay.
Photos courtesy of Tom Ganser
Photos from rehearsal on June 11, also courtesy of Tom Ganser
Obituaries
A celebration of life for Dave Triebold will be held July 27 at Triebold Farms, with festivities beginning around 11:30 am. A rememberance service will take place at 12:30 pm. A pig roast will follow, and the pool will be open. The family encourages you to stay through the evening for a bonfire as well. Contact Kris (262)949-5474 or Kath (414)412-4385 with questions.
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James Paul Fisher, 86, known by friends as JP or Jay, passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2024, at UW Hospital, Madison, with his immediate family by his side. His body finally surrendered to a heart attack after battling heart and kidney ailments for many years. Born in Fond du lac, Wisconsin, on October 25, 1937, to Lorraine and James Fisher, JP was a resident of Elkhorn and then Whitewater, Wisconsin. At age 2 JP was diagnosed with polio. Through daily therapy administered by his mother and grandmother, he overcame this life threatening virus, and with a prognosis of limited … Read more
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Shirley M. Messier, 86, of Whitewater, Wisconsin, passed away on July 8, 2024. Shirley was born to Erwin and Leona Reese on May 20, 1938, in Farmington, Wisconsin. Shirley (“Shirttail”) attended the local country school, then set out on her own, taking a job doing factory work. On August 24, 1957, she married Blaine Messier in Jefferson, Wisconsin. They had three daughters, Michele (Shelly), Terry, and Karen. Shirley spent many years being a working wife and mother, finally retiring from Polymer Technologies / MacLean Fogg in Whitewater. Shirley loved country music and spent her retirement years going to George Jones … Read more
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Patricia Ann ParrBorn 7/20/42Departed to Heaven 5/10/23 About herself, Patricia often said “I love life, I love God, He always has taken care of me, and He always will”. Patricia died peacefully at Angels Grace Hospice in Oconomowoc, after a long and courageously fought season of declining health. Patricia was born in Beaver Dam, to a lovely family, which included her older brother Dennis and not too long after, her lifetime best friend and little sister Mary. They grew up on an idyllic “Gentlemen’s Farm” outside of Jefferson, with horses and many animals. Her parents, Floyd and Kathryn owned the … Read more
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Marjorie Alice “GG” Roloff, 89, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at Golden Years in Lake Geneva, WI. She was born July 31, 1934, to Fred and Martha (Arndt) Papcke, in Whitewater, WI, the fifth of eleven children. GG attended South Heart Prairie School, across the road from the family’s home farm. She is a Whitewater High School graduate. On April 19, 1953, she married her high school sweetheart, Eric. She worked a variety of jobs over the years. Her most memorable of those being the local canning factory and as a crossing guard. After retiring, she and Eric would … Read more
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Marilyn Mae Fuerstenberg, 81 of Whitewater, WI., passed away on June 27, 2024, at Agrace Hospice in Janesville, WI. Marilyn was born May 27, 1943, in Geneva Township, to Raymond and Doris Kilpin. Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, her two younger brothers, Mike and Donny Kilpin. Marilyn married William (Bill) Fuerstenberg on September 21, 1963. Bill and Marilyn lived in Whitewater. Together they raised three children, taking the family on yearly vacations and camping trips throughout the years. Marilyn worked for Walworth County Health and Social Services as a Child Protection Social Worker. She dedicated 25 years … Read more
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Jerome Francis Burke, age 76, of Whitewater, WI, passed away unexpectedly following a brief illness on June 27, 2024. Jerry was born in Evanston, IL on May 13, 1948 to Stephen and Catherine Burke. He grew up in Glenview, IL, where he graduated from Our Lady of Perpetual Help Grade School and then Loyola Academy (Wilmette). Those early days spawned treasured, lifelong friendships. He went on to graduate from St. Joseph’s College (IN) with a BA in Economics, and it was there thathe met his beloved wife, Eileen. They married shortly after graduation and were blessed to share their lives … Read more
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Angelica E. Vicente Santa Cruz passed away Sunday, June 30th in home beside family and friends in Milford, Delaware from a long battle with cancer. Angelica E. Vicente Santa Cruz was born on February 24, 1965. She was the daughter of Doña Carmen Santa Cruz Valdez and Don Luis Vicente León, who allowed her to share a life of family union with her four brothers: Braulio, Carmen Rosa, Edgar and Juan. She was born in Lima-Peru and grew up in the Ventanilla district of the constitutional province of Callao of Peru. She completed her primary studies at the La Merced … Read more
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Lowell V. Youngs, 87, of Whitewater passed away on Monday, June 24, 2024 in Madison. Lowell was born on September 4, 1936 in Wyoming to Isaac and Violet (Doble) Youngs. He grew up in the very small town of Veteran, Wyoming, where he was one of nine students in his graduating class. After graduating, Lowell attended the University of Colorado, where he received his Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education in 1958. Lowell was drafted into the US Army in 1960 and selected to be in the Army Band, where he gladly carried a clarinet instead of a gun. He was … Read more
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Robert Karl Webb passed away peacefully with his loving wife Adrienne by his side on June 14, 2024, at Hearthstone Memory Care in Whitewater, WI. Dr. Webb was born in Trenton, Missouri on September 29, 1926, to parents Karl and Esther (Kull) Webb. During World War II, he served in the Navy aboard the USS Pennsylvania and was honorably discharged in 1946. He received his undergraduate and doctorate degrees in music from the University of Illinois in Urbana. Dr. Webb was a composer and taught in the public schools of Moberly, Missouri, and was the director of the Hobart, Indiana … Read more
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