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The academic honors Dean’s List for the Spring 2023 semester has been announced by Dr. Donna Hedgepath, Campbellsville University’s provost and vice president for academic affairs.
The following student has been named to Campbellsville University’s Dean’s List for Spring 2023:
Brianna A Staebler, from Whitewater, WI.
The academic honors list recognizes students who achieve a grade point average of 3.50 or above for the semester with a course load of at least 12 hours. The Spring 2023 academic honors list includes a total of 875 students, with 398 named to the President’s List for achieving a 4.0 grade point average and 477 named to the Dean’s List for achieving a 3.5 to 3.99 GPA.
Campbellsville University is a widely acclaimed Kentucky-based Christian university that offers over 100 programs including doctoral, master, bachelor, associate and certificate programs. The website for complete information is www.campbellsville.edu.
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater head baseball coach John Vodenlich has been announced as a member of the American Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame Class of 2024. Vodenlich will be inducted in January of 2024 during a banquet at the 80th Annual ABCA Convention.
Coach Vodenlich has accumulated over 700 wins in 20 seasons at the helm of the UW-Whitewater baseball program. A 10-time Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Coach of the Year, Vodenlich has led the Warhawks to 14 conference titles and 6 WIAC Tournament championships.
Since taking over the program in 2004, Vodenlich has taken UWW to the NCAA Division III Tournament 16 times advancing to the DIII World Series 6 times including national titles for the Warhawks in 2005 and 2015.
Vodenlich was named the Regional Coach of the Year six times, garnered ABCA National Coach of the Year honors in 2005 and 2014 and was named the Wisconsin Baseball Coaches Association Man of the Year in 2005.
A two-time All-American and four-year standout for the Warhawks as an athlete, Vodenlich was inducted into the UW-Whitewater Hall of Fame in 2007 as a student-athlete. A native of Racine, Wisconsin, he was inducted into the Racine County Sports Hall of Fame in 2019. Following his collegiate career, he went on to play professionally in Europe, helping his team claim the Slovenian National Championship in 1994. Vodenlich was inducted into the Wisconsin Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 2015 becoming the youngest inductee into the association’s Hall of Fame.
Vodenlich has continues to help grow the sport across the globe conducting and participating in clinics in Germany, England, Austria, Slovenia, Croatia and Hungary over the years.
The ABCA Hall of Fame Class of 2024 also includes Cal Bailey (West Virginia State), Danny Hall (Georgia Tech), Pat McQuaid (Nova High School, Fla.), Jim Morris (University of Miami), Brian O’Connor (University of Virginia), Tim Pettorini (The College of Wooster), Jim Wells (University of Alabama), Wayne Welton (Chelsea High School, Mich.) and Jeff Willis (Louisiana State University Eunice). The ten coaches will be inducted at the ABCA Convention on January 5, 2024 at the Gaylord Texan in Grapevine, Texas.
First place winning photograph “After the Storm” by Michael Knapstein. Michael was unable to make it the reception. Photograph taken by Whitewater Arts Alliance/Ashley McDarison.
(left) Gerry Emmerich, Jr. congratulates (right) Howard Rothstein for second place award winning photograph “Cardinal on Snowy Spring Morning”. Rothstein also won honorable mention for his photograph “Bleeding Heart Studio Portrait”. Photograph taken by Whitewater Arts Alliance/Ashley McDarison.
Third place winning photograph “Botanical V” by Annette Knapstein. Annette was unable to make it to the reception. Photograph taken by Whitewater Arts Alliance/Ashley McDarison.
The Whitewater Arts Alliance (WAA) is pleased to announce the award winners for the 2023 14th Annual Fran Achen Juried Photography Exhibition. Judges Gerald Emmerich, Jr. and Steve Heraly selected first, second, and third place awards together with 11 honorable mention awards. The exhibition consists of 83 photographs representing the work of 35 photographers and is now on display at the Cultural Arts Center, 402 W. Main Street, Whitewater. All these pieces can be viewed in the gallery during its open hours Thursdays through Sundays, 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. through Sunday, July 30 or online at https://www.whitewaterarts.org/fran-achen-2023. Editor’s note: Photographers will likely be removing their entries on July 30, so it is best to go early if visiting on that date.
The awards were presented at the reception on Sunday, July 2 by chair Jeff McDonald and judge Gerald Emmerich, Jr. Over 50 attendees viewed the presentation and critique session of each awarded piece by Emmerich, Jr.
AWARDS
❖ First Place – Michael Knapstein (Middleton, WI) : “After the Storm”
❖ Second Place – Howard Rothstein (Whitewater, WI) : “Cardinal on Snowy Spring
Morning”
❖ Third Place – Annette Knapstein (Middleton, WI) : “Botanical V”
❖ Honorable Mention – Cindy Vondran (Janesville, WI) : “Butter Paddle”
❖ Honorable Mention – Doug Richter (Fort Atkinson, WI) : “Crown Shyness”
❖ Honorable Mention – Doug Richter (Fort Atkinson, WI) : “Shadow Sojourn”
❖ Honorable Mention – Fletcher Crone (Whitewater, WI) : “Pursuit”
❖ Honorable Mention – Howard Rothstein (Whitewater, WI) : “Bleeding Heart
Studio Portrait”
❖ Honorable Mention – Jim Hayes (Mukwonago, WI) : “Farm Truck”
❖ Honorable Mention – Jo Christofferson (Clinton, WI) : “Hummingbird Art”
❖ Honorable Mention – Jo Christofferson (Clinton, WI) : “Monterey Bay”
❖ Honorable Mention – Michael Havice (Whitefish Bay, WI) : “Denise Smith 7896”
❖ Honorable Mention – Michael Knapstein (Middleton, WI) : “Hay Bale”
❖ Honorable Mention – Polly Marzahl (Delavan, WI) : “Sighted”
The Viewer’s Choice award is still available for voting both in gallery and online. Gallery visitors may vote for up to three photographs per visit using slips provided by the WAA. The online virtual show also allows online voting for up to three photographs per visit. Repetitive votes cast in close succession that are obviously “spam” will not count. Viewer’s Choice will be announced Sunday, July 30.
Friday and Saturday, 7/7 & 7/8 8 am to 4 pm.
N7375 East Lakeshore Drive, Whitewater (WW Lake)
Womens clothing small – XXL, household, fishing equipment, tools, gardening items and much more.
Something for everyone!
Rummage/yard sale
Thursday, Friday 10-4
Saturday 9-12
233 N Queen St, Whitewater
Includes misc household, vintage Hallmark ornaments never removed from box, Beanie Babies, yard tools including shovels, sledgehammer, hand saws, vintage board and electronic games, round glass top patio table with chairs, four wood frame and canvas captain’s chairs, bird baths, vintage watering cans, wash tub, milking stool, hand meat grinders, kids play irons, vintage oil cans, brass bilge pump, newer twin air mattress, 24″ electric hedge trimmer, boom box with removable speakers, VHS tapes, dry wall tools, 2 Marlcont tents 7X7 never removed from box.
One in Four people aged 65 and older has a fall each year! Stepping On graduates have a 31% reduced rate of falls!
The ADRC of Rock County, in partnership with SSM Health Systems- Janesville, is pleased to offer Stepping On, our most popular health and wellness class for those ages 60+ starting July 11, 2023.
Stepping On is a seven-week workshop proven to help participants prevent falls. The classes will include strength and balance exercises, home safety check suggestions, expert guest speakers, and a medication review. The workshop is for people who have fallen and for people who fear falling.
A Stepping On workshop will be held on seven Tuesday mornings from 9:30- 11:30 a.m. at SSM health in Janesville from July 11- August 29, 2023 (no class 8/15). A suggested donation of $15 is asked to cover the cost of class materials. Space is limited to 12-14 participants.
For questions, or to register by July 7th, 2023 call the ADRC of Rock County at: (608) 757-5309 or email: Lisa.messer@co.rock.wi.us
The program was developed by Dr. Lindy Clemson of Sydney, Australia, to help older adults learn ways to prevent falls. It was brought to the United States by Dr. Jane Mahoney, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Institute for Healthy Aging, with funding from the CDC and other partners.
Editor’s note: The ADRC of Rock County has indicated to The Banner that, while Rock County residents have priority, they are happy to accommodate residents of other counties when space is available.
Bethel House has announced that Sydney Johnson has joined the organization as the new Director of Case Management Services. She officially started her position on June 5th.
“Bethel House is so excited to have Sydney as a part of our team leading the charge on our case management and client services,” states Megan Hartwick, Bethel House Executive Director. “We’ve experienced a lot of staff transition over the past six months, and we’re eager to grow our services now that we are back up to full staffing capacity. Sydney is already proving to be a tremendous asset to our organization and all those families who contact us looking for support.”
Johnson has her Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Marian University and is currently working towards her Master of Social Work degree at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. She previously served in a grant writing capacity with We EmpowHer and as a Case Manager with the Salvation Army of Fond du Lac.
“The hiring committee and board of directors felt Sydney would be a great fit for Bethel House because of her authentic passion for serving and supporting others,” states Jessie Dugan, Bethel House Board President. “We were impressed by her work with both The Salvation Army and We EmpowHER organizations in Fond du Lac and her visible belief in working with the whole client with kindness, clear communication, and a generosity of spirit.”
Working alongside Hartwick, Johnson will be responsible for overseeing Bethel House’s Emergency Assistance program and the Transitional Housing program, including all case management services provided to the housed families.
“I am looking forward to being the go-to person for the Bethel House housed families to help provide them the resources and support they need to get back on their feet,” states Johnson. “After speaking with some community partners, it became apparent that there are a large number of homeless and low-income families in the Whitewater community, and I am eager to help bring educational resources & support to those who can benefit from it.”
Johnson will serve in her capacity full-time and Hartwick will continue to serve in her part-time role. Bethel House will utilize summer open office hours from 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Monday-Thursday through August, with other times available by appointment only.
“The entire BOD is thankful for the Whitewater community as they’ve maintained support throughout these last few months of transition,” states Dugan. “Bethel House has been a mainstay of support in Whitewater for almost 30 years, and we could not be more excited to have Megan and Sydney securely at the helm for our future, already leading with optimism and enthusiasm.”
For more information on the programs & services Bethel House provides, or to inquire about how you can support Bethel House, visit www.bethelhouseinc.org or contact 262.473.2715.
Donation or administrative inquiries can be directed to Hartwick at director.bethelhouse@gmail.com and case management inquiries can be sent to Johnson at casemanager.bethelhouse@gmail.com.
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Bethel House is an ecumenical project helping families facing homelessness in the Whitewater area. Bethel House provides transitional housing, emergency financial assistance, and case management to families in need.
Bethel House utilizes seven private housing units where families can live for up to one year while working on the issues that led to their homelessness. Case management services include budgeting, debt repayment, job searching, resume creation & building, life skills & decision-making, accessing other community resources & services, and much more. Emergency assistance support is also provided for families needing assistance with rental payments, utility bills, transportation costs, and more.
Bethel House services are provided to clients free of charge and with understanding and compassion. Clients are always treated with the dignity and respect we all deserve. For more details, visit www.bethelhouseinc.org or call 262.473.2715.
Hello Families!
The Whippet Volleyball program is excited to host summer volleyball camp for children entering grades Kindergarten through 8th grade. We invite all youth (male and female) to join us for three days filled with skill development and fun! All athletes who register by July 14th will be guaranteed a Whippet Volleyball t-shirt.
Cost of Camp:- $30 per athlete- $50 maximum per family
Dates of Camp: – Tuesday August 1st- Wednesday August 2nd- Thursday August 3rd
Times of Camp:- K-2: 5:00 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.- Grades 3-5: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.- Grades 6-8: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
You may register your athlete(s) via this link: https://forms.gle/JFkVaB4NgwFMe3tGA
The Whippet athletes and coaching staff are looking forward to working with your child(ren)!
¡Hola Familias!
El programa Whippet Volleyball se complace en organizar un campamento de verano de voleibol para niños que ingresan a los grados de jardín de infantes a octavo grado. ¡Invitamos a todos los jóvenes (hombres y mujeres) a unirse a nosotros durante tres días llenos de desarrollo de habilidades y diversión! A todos los atletas que se registren antes del 14 de julio se les garantizará una camiseta de Whippet Volleyball.
Costo del campamento:
– $30 por atleta
– $50 máximo por familia
Fechas del Campamento:
– martes 1 de agosto
– miércoles 2 de agosto
– jueves 3 de agosto
Horarios de Campamento:
– K-2: 5:00pm to 6:15pm– 3-5: 6:30pm to 8:00pm– 6-8: 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Puede registrar a su(s) atleta(s) a través de este enlace: https://forms.gle/JFkVaB4NgwFMe3tGA
¡Los atletas y el cuerpo técnico de Whippet están deseando trabajar con su(s) hijo(s)!
John’s Disposal Holiday Schedule
John’s Disposal will be closed on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, in observance of Independence Day.
Please note the following route changes:
- Monday’s route remains the same
- Tuesday’s route is delayed to Wednesday
- Wednesday’s route is delayed to Thursday
- Thursday’s route is delayed to Friday (Whitewater city route)
- Friday’s route is delayed to Saturday
Additional questions may be directed to John’s Disposal at (262) 473-4700.
Brad Marquardt
Director of Public Works
(262) 473-0139
bmarquardt@whitewater-wi.gov
For other requests, visit https://www.whitewater-wi.gov/RequestTracker.aspx.
Obituaries
Harry Oliver Dempsey passed away peacefully and among family in Elkhorn, WI on July 24, 2024 at the age of 80. Born on May 21, 1944 to William and Norma (Shober) Dempsey, Harry grew up on the family farm in Whitewater. In his younger years, Harry enjoyed hunting and fishing, a passion that he later passed on to his own children. All his life he could often be found in his shop, building or fixing something – from a child’s toy to lawn mowers, cars, and tractors. His passion for self-sufficiency extended to his large garden whose abundance he happily … Read more
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SHIRLEY A. KNUTESON, age 85, of Whitewater, died Thursday, June 27, 2024 at Glenwood at Mulberry Campus in Whitewater. She was born to Hugo and Helen (Wilson) Ferge of Elkhorn, WI. She attended school in Walworth High School, graduating in 1956. Shirley worked at Sterlingworth in Elkhorn and then Fairhaven Nursing Home prior to retirement. As a young woman, she loved roller skating, had a love for animals, especially her dogs and horses on the farm. She was a loyal Brewer and Packer fan. Her diverse family was her pride and joy. Shirley is survived by her six children Jerry … Read more
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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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