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| Gov. Evers Orders the Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Firefighters of Wisconsin Who Have Given Their Lives in the Line of Duty |
| Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #258 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sun., May 4, 2025, as a mark of respect for the firefighters of Wisconsin who have given their lives in the line of duty. “Our firefighters have selflessly dedicated their lives to service and to ensure Wisconsinites across the state are safe and secure, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and 365 days a year,” said Gov. Evers. “On behalf of the state, we recognize and thank all members of our firefighting communities for their brave service and sacrifice and honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in pursuit of safety and serving their fellow neighbor.” Executive Order #258 orders the flags to be flown at half-staff on Sun., May 4, 2024, in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service during National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend. Gov. Evers proclaimed May 3-4, 2025, as National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend. The governor’s proclamation is available here. On Sat., Sept. 27, 2025, the Wisconsin Fire & EMS Memorial in Wisconsin Rapids will hold the Final Alarm Ceremony honoring the memory of members of Wisconsin’s fire services who have given their lives in the line of duty. Executive Order #258 also orders the flags to be flown at half-staff on Sat., Sept. 27, 2025, in honor of that occasion. Finally, in Wisconsin, Wis. Stat. 995.225(1) designates each week annually during which October 9th falls as Fire Prevention Week and the Saturday at the end of Fire Prevention Week as Wisconsin Firefighters Memorial Day. To that end, Executive Order #258 orders the flags be lowered on Sat., Oct. 11, 2025, in honor of Wisconsin Firefighters Memorial Day during Fire Prevention Week. |
The following individuals have been criminally charged in Walworth County Circuit Court. Only alleged offenses that are charged as felonies are listed.
Yair Hernandez Rivera, 21, of N407 County Trunk N, Whitewater, has been charged with battery or threat to judge, prosecutor or law enforcement officer, and throwing or discharging bodily fluids at a public safety officer or prosecutor.
Kimberly J Voegeli, 62, of 720 W. Walworth Ave., Whitewater, has been charged with maintain a drug trafficking place, PTAC, and possession of narcotic drugs, PTAC.
Craig O Voegeli, 66, of 720 W. Walworth Ave., Whitewater, has been charged with maintain a drug trafficking place, PTAC, and possession of narcotic drugs, PTAC.
Tanya J Voegeli, 38, of 720 W. Walworth Ave., Whitewater, has been charged with possession of narcotic drugs.
Austin M Voegeli, 21, of 608B S. Franklin St., Whitewater, has been charged with neglecting a child – no harm and child under 6 years or disability.
Alicia A Zamora, 27, of 608B S. Franklin St., Whitewater, has been charged with neglecting a child – no harm and child under 6 years or disability.
Noaa J Belasic, 27, of 720 W. Walworth Ave., Whitewater, has been charged with possession of narcotic drugs.
James R. Braya, 44, of 720 W. Walworth Ave., Whitewater, has been charged with possession of narcotic drugs and maintaining a drug trafficking place.
Editor’s notes: The above information is taken from the Wisconsin Circuit Court Access website.
PTAC is an abbreviation for “party to a crime.” Party to a crime is a legal term that alleges that someone who was not the primary actor in a crime was ready, willing, and able to assist in the commission of the offense.
It is a cardinal principle of our system of justice that every person accused of a crime is presumed to be innocent unless and until his or her guilt is established beyond a reasonable doubt.
The Saturday City Market at Cravath Lakefront Community Center has ended for its season, but the Farmers Market will pick up where the City Market left off (well, not exactly.) Beginning on Saturday, May 3, the Farmers Market will be open from 8 a.m. to noon, 301 W. Whitewater Street, in the parking lot next to the historic Train Depot. This early in the season, of course, the produce selection will be limited, but there are likely to also be eggs, baked goods, and a variety of other items.
The City Market will be back at the Train Depot beginning on Tuesday, May 6 from 4-7 p.m. Their announcement will be forthcoming soon.
The first phase of the Walworth Avenue repaving project is scheduled to start Friday, May 2.
Walworth Avenue/CTH N will be closed from State Highway 12 west to the City Limits. The closure is anticipated to last through the end of May. Work in phase 1 includes concrete curb replacement and milling and repaving of the asphalt surface. The road will be closed to all traffic. The detour will include State Highway 59 and State Highway 26.
Phase 2 of the Walworth Avenue repaving project will begin after the Whitewater Unified School District is completed with their spring semester. During phase 2, Walworth Avenue will be closed to thru traffic from State Highway 12 to Janesville Street. Local access and access to the Whitewater High School and the Whitewater Aquatic and Fitness Center will be maintained via side streets.
For questions regarding the project please contact the Department of Public Works. Brad Marquardt
Director of Public Works
(262) 473-0139
El proyecto de repavimentación de Walworth Avenue comenzará el viernes 2 de mayo.
La primera fase del proyecto de repavimentación de la Avenida Walworth está
programada para comenzar el viernes 2 de mayo. Walworth Avenue/CTH N estará cerrada
desde la autopista estatal 12 hacia el oeste hasta los límites de la ciudad. Se prevé que el
cierre dure hasta finales de mayo. Los trabajos de la fase 1 incluyen el reemplazo de
bordillos de concreto y el fresado y repavimentación de la superficie de asfalto. La
carretera estará cerrada a todo el tráfico. El desvío incluirá la Carretera Estatal 59 y la
Carretera Estatal 26.
La Fase 2 del proyecto de repavimentación de la Avenida Walworth comenzará después de
que el Distrito Escolar Unificado de Whitewater termine su semestre de primavera.
Durante la fase 2, Walworth Avenue estará cerrada al tráfico desde la autopista estatal 12
hasta la calle Janesville. El acceso local y el acceso a la Escuela Secundaria Whitewater y
al Centro Acuático y de Fitness Whitewater se mantendrán a través de calles laterales.
Si tiene preguntas sobre el proyecto, comuníquese con el Departamento de Obras Públicas.
Brad Marquardt
Director de Obras Públicas
(262) 473-0139
bmarquardt@whitewater-wi.gov
“Spring Splash, an unofficial annual event in anticipation of warmer weather and the conclusion of the UW-Whitewater academic year, is taking place on Saturday, May 3. Event participants are primarily UW-W students and friends. Spring Splash has no official connection with UW-W. An organization known as “Wisconsin Red” publicized the early versions of the event in 2013 through 2015 with relatively few problems. In 2016, however, as social media spread word of the event, crowds became large and unmanageable. Problems included public drunkenness, disorderly conduct and large-scale litter. Wisconsin Red pulled its formal sponsorship of Spring Splash in 2017, and their involvement now appears to be limited to online merchandise sales.
In recent years the event has gone forward with less issues than once occurred, but the Whitewater Police Department annually requests mutual aid on a prescheduled basis from the county sheriff’s departments and nearby municipal police departments. Whitewater Police Chief Dan Meyer posted the following notice on the department’s Facebook page this week: “We’d like to inform the public that on Saturday, May 3rd, there will be increased law enforcement presence in the City of Whitewater in response to Spring Splash. Our goal is to maintain public safety and order, and we rely heavily on the community in order to accomplish that. As always, dial 911 if you have an emergency, and contact the Whitewater Police Department at 262-473-0555 option #4 to request a non-emergent police response. Thank you for helping us ensure a safe environment for everyone.”
Whitewater Symphony Orchestra
Saturday, May 03, 2025 @ 7:30 PM
The Young Performing Arts Center
930 W Main St
Experience the brilliance of the esteemed Whitewater Symphony Orchestra. Immerse yourself in a captivating symphonic journey as the orchestra’s harmonious blend of woodwinds, brass, percussion and strings come together to bring classical masterworks and modern-day compositions to life. With their unrivaled talent and dedication to musical excellence, the WSO promises an unforgettable performance that will leave you awe-inspired. Admission is $7 for adults, $4 for those age 65+ or under age 18. Tickets may be purchased online or at the Ticket Services office in the Greenhill Center for the Arts, 950 W. Main Street, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Tickets purchased at the door are subject to a $2 surcharge.
Symphonic Wind Ensemble & Friends
Sunday, May 04, 2025 @ 3:00 PM
The Young Performing Arts Center
930 W Main St.
Join us for the Symphonic Wind Ensemble’s post Carnegie Hall performance featuring two of our outstanding faculty members. Dr. Carson King-Fournier performs the jazz-influenced “Concerto for Trombone” by Dana Wilson and Dr. Diana Shapiro performs Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue” in a delayed celebration of the work’s centennial. You don’t want to miss this spectacular combination of jazz and classical music! Admission is $7 for adults, $4 for those age 65+ or under age 18. Tickets may be purchased online or at the Ticket Services office in the Greenhill Center for the Arts, 950 W. Main Street, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Tickets purchased at the door are subject to a $2 surcharge.
Chamber Singers and Vocal Jazz
Sunday, May 04, 2025 @ 7:30 PM
Light Recital Hall
950 W Main St.
Experience the vocal mastery of the Chamber Singers and Vocal Jazz groups as they come together for an exciting evening of music. Featuring student conductors, this concert promises to be an eclectic celebration of vocal talent. Admission is $7 for adults, $4 for those age 65+ or under age 18. Tickets may be purchased online or at the Ticket Services office in the Greenhill Center for the Arts, 950 W. Main Street, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Tickets purchased at the door are subject to a $2 surcharge.
By Pat Blackmer
President of the Whitewater Federation of Women’s Clubs
Make a Difference Day is an event at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, held annually to inspire and mobilize the campus community to engage in meaningful service activities. This day is dedicated to fostering a spirit of volunteerism and collective action, aiming to create a lasting impact on the local community and beyond.
The Whitewater Federation of Women’s Clubs was fortunate to have a group of young ladies who volunteered to assist club members with the annual spring landscape clean-up at the historic Bassett House on Friday, April 25th . With their assistance,
leaves were raked, weeds were pulled and bushes were trimmed.
UW-Whitewater’s Make a Difference Day exemplifies the power of collective action and the positive influence of community service. By uniting students and local residents in purposeful activities, this event not only addresses immediate needs but also fosters a culture of empathy and proactive engagement. As it continues to grow and evolve, Make a Difference Day will undoubtedly remain a cornerstone of UW-Whitewater’s commitment to making a meaningful difference in the world.
Warhawks Give is happening April 30 at 9 a.m. – May 1 at 4 p.m., and we’re celebrating 1868 Minutes to Give—honoring the year UW-Whitewater was founded in 1868 and the generations of Warhawks who have shaped its legacy.
For 1868 minutes, alumni, donors, and friends will come together to support the students, programs, and initiatives that make UW-Whitewater special. Your gift—no matter the size—helps provide scholarships, enhance campus experiences, and strengthen the future of our university. Join us in making an impact today!
Click on this link to see the progress of the campaign, specific funds that may be designated for a gift, and a video about what makes UW-Whitewater so special.
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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