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The Jefferson County Spring Clean Sweep will be held on Friday, April 4 from 3–5:30 p.m. and Saturday, April 5 from 8-10 a.m. at the Jefferson County Parks Maintenance Facility – 1555 South Industrial Drive, Jefferson WI 53549. The event is open to households, farms, and small businesses to properly dispose of their hazardous waste.
Registration is required for this event! Please call 920-674-7430 to register by Wednesday, April 2 at 4 p.m. Costs: trunk load $10; truck load $50; truck & trailer $100 for Households and Farms. Feel free to bring items from multiple residences/families. Payment is preferred in cash.
Small businesses are welcome! Please pre-register at least one week prior to the event. Businesses are charged based on weight. Businesses will complete an inventory record of items they have and then will be provided with an estimated disposal cost payable at the event. Businesses may pay by credit card or company check.
What is considered hazardous waste? Typically, any product that any of the following words appear on such as “Danger, Warning, Caution, Poison, Flammable, and Corrosive” are considered hazardous. They should be brought to a Clean Sweep Event! For a list of accepted hazardous chemicals go to www.Jeffersoncountywi.gov/cleansweep
Latex paint will NOT be accepted. Latex paint may be dried out and tossed in your trash – empty paint containers should be recycled. Unused prescription drugs, Electronics and Appliances will not be collected at this event.
For information about this or upcoming events, go to www.Jeffersoncountywi.gov/cleansweep or contact
Kim at 920-674-7430 or kimb@jeffersoncountywi.gov
Editor’s note: Jefferson County has previously indicated to The Banner that residents of the City of Whitewater are welcome to participate in their events, regardless of whether they live in Jefferson or Walworth County.
(UW-Whitewater photo/Craig Schreiner)
Kacie Carollo named Regional Player of the Year for UW-Whitewater women’s basketball
Kacie Carollo, a Integrated Science-Business major from Whitewater, WI, and senior guard on the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater women’s basketball team, has been named the Region 9 Player of the Year by D3hoops.com.
Carollo, the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Player of the Year, was recently named a finalist for the Jostens Trophy – the prestigious honor awarded to the top player in Division III. Additionally, she garnered First Team All-Region honors for the third consecutive season. An All-WIAC pick for the fourth time, Carollo was also selected to the All-Defensive Team for the third straight season.
Carollo’s 635 points this season is ranked fifth nationally. She also ranks among the top 2 in Division III in assists, field goals, free throws, points per game, rebounds and three-pointers. Over the course of the 2024-25 campaign, Carollo broke the league record for three-pointers made. She also broke the UWW program record for career rebounds, career double-doubles, points in a season, season scoring average and three-pointers made in a season.
This is the third consecutive season the Region 9 Player of the Year has been a Warhawk – joining Aleah Grundahl (DeForest, Wis./DeForest) from the two previous seasons.
Adopt-A-Highway volunteer groups will begin roadside cleanup efforts in April as part of the coordinated, statewide highway beautification program to remove the trash, recyclables, and litter from state and county roads. Drivers should exercise caution and be aware of the Adopt-A-Highway groups as they are traveling Walworth County roads.
Volunteer groups in need of supplies should contact Walworth County Public Works at (262) 741-3367. To make this a safe and productive volunteer program, volunteers should remember to be aware of their surroundings and should not pick up litter on medians, bridges, tunnels, overpasses, or around other structures that would pose a danger. If volunteers see suspicious items, they should not touch them and should contact Walworth County Public Works (262) 741-3114, Option 1.
Groups interested in adopting a road section should contact Walworth County Public Works for information at (262) 741-3367. The County has several segments available on County Highways A, B, C, D, DD, E, K, M, N, O, and X.
About the Walworth County Department of Public Works: We strive to enhance the quality of life, health, and safety of all citizens by being accountable and responsible for maintaining Walworth County’s infrastructure. Learn more at www.co.walworth.wi.us/293/Public-Works.
The College of Arts and Communication at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater announces the next show of this year’s Theatre/Dance season, “DanceScapes ‘25” with Artistic Director Barbara Grubel. This production will run in the Barnett Theatre from April 2-3 at 7:30 p.m. and April 5-6 at 2 p.m. Tickets are on sale for the performances and can be purchased online at tickets.uww.edu or by calling (262) 472-2222.
DanceScapes is an annual dance concert that serves as a vibrant platform where students, faculty, and guest artists can explore, experiment and redefine the boundaries of dance. The 2025 guest artist and alumni, Joseph Ravens, known for his avant-garde performance art, brings his extensive experience and vision to create a piece with students that is truly unique and unexpected.
Barbara Grubel, Professor of Dance and Artistic Director of “DanceScapes ‘25” says, “We take immense pride in our students, alumni, faculty and guest artist Joseph Ravens, who bring their work to life on stage before you. Our audience is an integral part of this creative exchange and we encourage you to share in this experience with us.”
Ravens received a BFA in theater from UW-Whitewater and studied audiovisuals at the Gerrit Rietveld Academie in Amsterdam before earning a Master of Fine Arts from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Numerous grants and awards have allowed Ravens to build an international reputation as an artist, curator, and academic throughout North and South America, Europe, and Asia. Ravens is founder and director of Defibrillator Gallery and faculty in the Performance Department at The School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
“DanceScapes ‘25”will run in the Barnett Theatre from April 2-3 at 7:30 p.m. and April 5-6 at 2 p.m. Tickets ($18 for adults, $16 for those age 65+ and $13 for those under age 18) are on sale for the performances and can be purchased in advance online at tickets.uww.edu or by calling (262) 472-2222. Tickets for the Saturday matinee are half-price. There is a $2 surcharge for tickets purchased at the door at the time of the event. The Barnett Theatre is located in the Greenhill Center of the Arts at 950 W. Main St., Whitewater, WI 53190.
Water Tower Committee meeting info updated 4/2/25 @ 3:50 p.m.
Whitewater Unified School District School Board Special Meeting – Monday @ 7:00 p.m.
Whitewater Unified School District Central Office
419 South Elizabeth Street
Agenda: Accept superintendent’s resignation and consider search firms to assist with the search for a new superintendent.
City of Whitewater Lakes Advisory Committee – Wednesday @ 4:30 p.m.
Agenda includes Discussion and possible action on lakes education session presentations & May 6th city
council presentation; Discussion and possible action on Aquatic Plant Management Plan for Cravath and Trippe
Lakes
Cravath Lakefront room 2nd floor 312 West Whitewater St
*In Person and Virtual
Citizens are welcome (and encouraged) to join our webinar via computer, smart phone, or telephone.
Citizen participation is welcome during topic discussion periods.
Please click the link below to join the webinar: [Access information is currently unclear; will be added when clarified.]
Starin Park Water Tower Committee – Wednesday @ 6:00 p.m.
Update: Two different agendas are posted on the city website; one as a PDF and the other as a HTML. Contrary to what is posted on one, there is no public hearing, and contrary to what is posted on the other, there is no executive session. Further, one has virtual access information for a Zoom and the other has a GoTo meeting.
Cravath Lakefront room 2nd floor 312 West Whitewater St
*In Person and Virtual
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/826803957
You can also dial in using your phone.
Access Code: 826-803-957
United States: +1 (408) 650-3123
Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts:
https://meet.goto.com/install
City of Whitewater Landmarks Commission – Wednesday @ 7:00 p.m.
Agenda includes Update on Territorial Oak Signage Placement; Discussion and possible plan for Landmarks Commission regarding America 250 in Whitewater.
Cravath Lakefront room 2nd floor, 312 West Whitewater St
*In Person and Virtual
Citizens are welcome (and encouraged) to join our webinar via computer, smart phone, or
telephone. Citizen participation is welcome during topic discussion periods.
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/489305565
You can also dial in using your phone.
Access Code: 489-305-565
United States: +1 (571) 317-3112
Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts:
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City of Whitewater Public Arts Commission – Thursday @ 5:00 p.m.
Agenda includes Discussion and possible action regarding plans for the Art Innovation Celebration.
Cravath Lakefront room 2nd floor 312 West Whitewater St
*In Person and Virtual
Citizens are welcome (and encouraged) to join our webinar via computer, smart phone, or
telephone. Citizen participation is welcome during topic discussion periods.
Please join rthe meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/572673901
You can also dial in using your phone.
Access Code: 572-673-901
United States: +1 (571) 317-3122
Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts:
https://meet.goto.com/install
City of Whitewater Common Council Meeting – Thursday @ 6:30 p.m.
Agenda includes Guest Speaker Kristen Fish-Peterson; Deb Reinbold, Executive Director of the Jefferson County Economic Development Consortium, responses to questions had on housing presentation; Derek D’uaria from Walworth County Economic Development Association responses to questions during the housing presentation; Ordinance 2025-O-11 An Ordinance creating section 2.62.060 Public Comment during Common Council and Committee Meetings; Discussion and Possible Action regarding Memorandum of Understanding with Bird Rides, Inc. (Bird Scooters); iscussion and Possible Action regarding changes to Lot C (corner of Whitewater St and Center St) including reducing parking stalls and adding sitting area
Whitewater Municipal Building Community Room, 312 West Whitewater St.
*In Person and Virtual
Citizens are welcome (and encouraged) to join our webinar via computer, smart phone, or telephone.
Citizen participation is welcome during topic discussion periods.
Please click the link below to join:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81963161629?pwd=BxlWzMTjRbrfEg34obU9BMwKYAlAIz.1
Telephone: +1 (312) 626-6799 US
Webinar ID: 819 6316 1629
Passcode: 878627
City of Whitewater Lakes Advisory Committee Public Education Sessions – Saturday @ 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Municipal Building- 1st Floor, 312 W Whitewater St,
Notable Change and Invitation to be “social” with Studio84 Inc.
Studio 84 is entering a new chapter! As Deborah embarks on her well-deserved retirement, we are making some adjustments to our staff and their roles. While there are a few changes behind the scenes, Studio 84 remains the same creative and inclusive space you know and love.
As part of this transition, we have migrated to a new Facebook page to reflect our evolving team. We’d love for you to like, follow, and share our new page so we can continue keeping you updated on our amazing artists, studio happenings, and upcoming events.
Follow us here: Studio 84’s New Facebook Page
Thank you for your continued support—we can’t wait to share what’s next for Studio 84!
Submitted by: Downtown Whitewater, Inc
Logo image use permitted by Studio 84 Inc 03/13/2025
Hello!
The Tree House Child and Family Center is excited to announce a new program in collaboration with Walworth County Health and Human Services that offers fathers unique opportunities to enhance their parenting knowledge and skills. This program is aimed at fostering self-awareness, compassion, and a sense of responsibility among fathers.
Additionally, each session will provide free onsite childcare, a light dinner, and gas cards. The group will begin on Tuesday, June 17th from 5:00-6:30 pm at the Geneva Lakes Family YMCA, 203 S Wells St., Lake Geneva. Advanced registration is required.
As was previously announced on The Banner, Laura Masbruch was surprised in an October 23 assembly at Whitewater High School to learn that TDS Telecom had selected her as WI Most Valuable Educator. As part of Laura’s prize package, she and a group of students made their way to Lambeau Field on February 20 to tour the stadium and meet with Packers alum Jarrett Bush.
Obituaries
Marion Jauch Burrows (Feb. 2, 1930 – June 5, 2026) Her sparkling eyes, warm laugh, and generous ways were gifts Marion brought into this world, touching family members and friends alike over the ninety-six years of her life. She was born and raised in Lombard, IL, and in the course of her life lived with her husband and growing family in Abilene, TX, St. David’s, PA, Arkadelphia, AR, Ada, OK, and Colorado Springs, CO, before settling in Whitewater, WI, in 1965. Generosity of heart, compassion toward those in need in and beyond her community, and an unwavering commitment to fairness … Read more
Patricia “Pat” Lynn Bailey, age 70, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026 with her daughter by her side. Pat was born February 21, 1956 in Ann Arbor, Michigan to John and Ruth (Hudock) Prentice. After a brief time in Ann Arbor, the Prentice family moved to Whitewater, Wisconsin, where Pat grew up as part of the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater community, where her father served as University Registrar. Pat attended the University School and later graduated from UW Whitewater with a degree in Elementary Education. Although she did not pursue teaching, she built a meaningful career in Human … Read more
Gemelino Paris Esperante, 83, long time resident of Whitewater, passed away on Thursday, June 4th, 2026. He was born on January 10, 1943, to his late father and mother, Evaristo and Carmen in Spain. In 1973 he moved to the United States as a sheep herder. On August 21, 1981, he was united in marriage to Cyndie Esperante in Colorado. Gemelino also worked in Mining and construction for many years. He enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, raising sheep and growing things in his garden, and flowers. He will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his wife … Read more
Mary Ann Warner died peacefully on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at Crestridge Assisted Living in Dodgeville. Her physical heart failed, but her actual, loving heart never did. Ann was born June 28, 1939 to Mary and Charles Kearns in Iowa. She moved to Whitewater, Wisconsin and graduated with many dear friends in the class of 1957. Ann married John Warner on September 19, 1959. They lived in Whitewater, Sturgis Michigan, and finally settled in Janesville where they built a beautiful life and raised their family. Together, they ran a business, traveled, played cards, and enjoyed their lives. When they became … Read more
Patricia Ann Jacobson (Bureau), age 81, of Whitewater, WI, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, WI. Born on September 2, 1944, in Marquette, MI, to the late Donald and Margaret Bureau, Pat grew up in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. She graduated from Graveraet High School, attended Michigan State University, and later earned her bachelor’s degree from Northern Michigan University. Pat dedicated her professional life to shaping young minds, working as an elementary and junior high school teacher in both Flint, MI, and Whitewater, WI. At the heart of Pat’s life was a beautiful, … Read more
In loving memory of Lois Lauritzen, age 92, who passed away on June 1, 2026 at Lakewood Memory Care in Brookfield. Lois led an active life full of devotion to family and friends. Born July 14th, 1933 in Silvis, IL, daughter of Harry and Elsie Wilson, she grew up in the Quad Cities with older brother Harry Wilson Jr. Lois graduated from Augustana College in Rock Island, IL with a degree in physical education. She met her husband Paul Lauritzen on the college tennis team. Their marriage on June 12th, 1955 lasted 59 years until Paul’s death on September 26th, … Read more
Donald Walter Triebold passed on to his eternal home on May 21, 2026. Don was born on April 23, 1935, in Evanston, IL, to the late Frederick W. and Mildred (nee Stecher) Triebold. Through his teen years, Don lived and worked on the family’s dairy farm, where he developed a life-long work ethic. His first eight years of education were in a one-room country schoolhouse, in which all eight grades were taught by one teacher. He graduated from Whitewater City High School in 1953 and then graduated from UW Whitewater in 1958 with a degree in Business Education. He continued his education, and earned a Master’s … Read more
William Kincaid Davis, age 84, passed away on Tuesday, May 19 at Agrace Hospice Center in Fitchburg. He was born on November 1, 1941, in Madison, Indiana, the second son of Salvation Army Officers Agnes (Dixon) and William C. Davis. He attended several schools in Indiana and Illinois, including University of Illinois Experimental High School (Champaign), and graduated from Galesburg High School in 1958. He earned his bachelor’s degree from UW-Eau Claire in 1964 and his master’s degree from UW-Whitewater in 1972. He had an expansive career in education, beginning as an English teacher in Whitehall, Thornton Township (IL) and … Read more
Magdalene “Maggie” Stetter (nee Fritz), 79, of Whitewater, Wisconsin passed from this life onto the next on Monday, May 4, 2026. She was born on January 16, 1947, to the late John and Mary (Presser) Fritz in St. Stefan, Austria. Maggie immigrated from Austria with her parents and brother, became a US citizen, and grew up and attended school in West Allis, WI and then graduated with a teaching degree from University of Wisconsin – Whitewater. Maggie served as a substitute, English, and German language teacher in the Whitewater, Elkhorn, Delavan, and Palmyra schools and at Divine Word Seminary. Maggie … Read more
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
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