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LWV Whitewater Area Fundraiser at Culver’s March 4
The League of Women Voters (LWV) of the Whitewater Area will participate in Share Night, Tuesday, March 4, 2025 from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm at Culver’s, 1414 W Main Street, Whitewater. LWV members will deliver food orders to cars and tables, and assist with keeping the restaurant area clean. Culver’s will donate 10% of the sales made during that time to the organization. LWV will also staff a booth at the event to share information about voter registration and the April 1, 2025 election. Funds raised will support the LWV’s educational outreach efforts, and the events will provide an opportunity for the LWV to reach a wider audience.
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages
informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of
major public policy issues and influences public policy through education and advocacy.
Visit our website at https://my.lwv.org/wisconsin/whitewater-area
Updated 3/3/25 @ 8:45 a.m. – Public Arts Commission agenda revised to delete closed session that was inadvertently included. Updated 3/3/25 @ 9:50 a.m. – To add Water Tower Committee on Wednesday and to correct Landmarks Commission meeting to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday instead of 6:00 p.m.
City of Whitewater Common Council – Tuesday @ 6:30 p.m.
Agenda includes Use of the Affordable Housing Policy Update from Kurt Paulsen.
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.
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join: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82572427438?pwd=rLbyUoBoRhsFFxbcE2rVPTJ5JFsPQb.1
Telephone: +1 (312) 626-6799 US
Webinar ID: 825 7242 7438
Passcode: 767507
City of Whitewater Starin Park Water Tower Committee – Wednesday @ 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
Cravath Lakefront room 2nd floor 312 West Whitewater St
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City of Whitewater Landmarks Commission – Wednesday @ 7:00 p.m.
Agenda includes Discussion of plans for Landmarks Commission and America 250 in Whitewater.
Cravath Lakefront room 2nd floor 312 West Whitewater St
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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.
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Oshkosh, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater women’s basketball team took down #10 UW-Oshkosh 64-61 on their home court to hoist the WIAC Tournament trophy and claim the league’s automatic bid into the NCAA Division III Tournament.
The tournament title is the fourth in program history for UW-Whitewater. The Warhawks will find out what lies ahead in their 23rd – and ninth consecutive – NCAA Tournament appearance during the Selection Show set for 1:30 PM Monday. Fans can watch the selection show live on ncaa.com. The first round is scheduled for Friday, March 7.
After the two regular season meetings between these two squads featured a combined three overtimes – UWO winning both – basketball fans knew Saturday’s matchup was going to be a great game, and it certainly was.
UW-Whitewater got off to a quick start, scoring the first five points of the contest bolstered by a Katie Hildebrandt three-pointer. The Warhawk advantage would hit five three more times in the period including on the final bucket of the quarter – a jumper by Kacie Carollo (Whitewater, Wis./Whitewater) that made it 18-13.
The gap swelled to double digits in the second quarter with the Warhawks enjoying a 13-point, 38-25, lead at the intermission.
Although the margin dipped into single digits twice in the third, UWW pushed it back to double figures by the end of the quarter to hold a 51-41 lead going into the final quarter.
The Titans whittled away at the gap until pulling withing one, 58-57 with less than two to go. Hildebrandt knocked down a layup with 54 seconds to go to push the lead back to three, 60-57.
Mia Gillis (Mundelein, Ill./Carmel Catholic) pulled down the defensive board on a missed layin for UWO and the Warhawks immediately called timeout. The inbounds went to Carollo and the senior hit one of two to make it a two possession game, 61-57, with 21 seconds left.
UWO scored quickly and fouled quickly to send Carollo back to the line with just seven seconds taken off from the previous set of free throws. Carollo missed the first but hit the second to make it 62-59 with 14 seconds on the clock.
The Titans put up a three-pointer that caromed off the rim and was nearly hauled in by Carollo but an Oshkosh player was able to gain possession and kick it back out for another deep shot. The shot was good, but to the dismay of the home crowd, the officials signaled for two, not three. The referees went to the replay computer to take a second look and came back with the same result – the shooter’s foot was on the line and the Warhawks maintained the lead, 62-61, with five seconds remaining.
The final play for UWW was an inbounds to Carollo, a foul and a pair of free throws for the senior guard to make it 64-61 with just two ticks of the clock left.
Oshkosh had an opportunity at the buzzer, but the floater inside the arc was no good as UWW gathered at center court in celebration.
Carollo picked up her 10th double-double of the season to tie the career record for career double-doubles with 28. She posted 20 points, 11 rebounds, 5 assists, a steal and a block in 37 minutes played.
Hildebrandt added 18 points and 6 boards while Gillis dropped in 12 points and hauled in 5 rebounds.
Prior to the start of the game, Carollo was named the WIAC Judy Kruckman Scholar Athlete for Women’s Basketball. A complete release on this accomplishment will be announced next week.
BLOOMINGTON, IL – Brooke Mason, of Whitewater, Wisconsin, was named to the Dean’s List for the fall semester of the 2024-25 academic year at Illinois Wesleyan University. Mason is a first-year majoring in Music Theatre.
Mason was among 827 students from 31 states and 28 countries named to the fall 2024 Dean’s List.
To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must earn a GPA of 3.50 or better during the semester, based on 4.0 for straight As.
Founded in 1850, Illinois Wesleyan is a nationally recognized, highly selective liberal arts university. The University is exclusively undergraduate and enrolls approximately 1,700 students from across the nation and around the globe. Illinois Wesleyan prides itself on producing graduates who are well-rounded, broadly educated individuals with a spirit of inquiry who can successfully adapt to the demands of a rapidly changing, complex world.
Fort Memorial Hospital Recognized as a Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health
Fort Memorial Hospital in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, recently announced it has been named as a 2025 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. This annual Top 100 award program honors outstanding performance among the nation’s rural hospitals based on the results of the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX®. In Wisconsin, only four rural hospitals have been awarded this esteemed distinction.
“We are honored to be recognized as one of the 2025 Top 100 Rural & Community
Hospitals in the country, as well as one of only four in the state,” said James Nelson,
CFO and Senior Vice President, Finance & Strategic Development, of Fort HealthCare.
“Our employees exemplify our mission, vision, and values to deliver the highest quality
of care possible—close to home—and are dedicated to serving our patients and our
greater community.”
“The Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals award program elevates the very best
performers and helps create a roadmap for those seeking to improve financial and
operational performance while continuing to care for the communities they serve,” said Michael Topchik, Executive Director, The Chartis Center for Rural Health. “This is our 10th year recognizing the Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals, and we’re thrilled to be able to celebrate this milestone with this year’s winners.”
The INDEX is the industry’s most comprehensive and objective assessment of rural
hospital performance. Leveraging publicly available data, the INDEX is utilized
nationwide by rural hospitals, health systems with rural affiliates, hospital associations,
and state offices of rural health to measure and monitor performance across a variety of areas impacting hospital operations and finance.
About Fort HealthCare
Fort HealthCare is committed to improving the health and well-being of our
communities, with a vision to be the healthiest community in Wisconsin. As the leading healthcare provider in the region, it is our goal to reach as many members of the community as possible with health and wellness messages, providing tools and
resources to help individuals improve their health and quality of life while collaborating with several partners to positively improve the population’s health overall on a long-term basis. Please visit FortHealthCare.com for more information.
Disability Advocate, Best-Selling Author to Speak on the Americans with Disabilities Act at UW-Whitewater
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is excited to announce that Rebekah Taussig, an educator, disability advocate and best-selling author, will visit campus in March.
Taussig, who wrote the best-selling memoir Sitting Pretty: The View From My Ordinary Resilient Disabled Body, will present a public lecture on Tuesday, March 11, at 6 p.m. in Hyland Hall’s Timmerman Auditorium on the Whitewater campus.
“Dr. Taussig’s account of her lived experience is critical to understanding the ableism that exists today,” said Debbie Reuter, director of UWW’s Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD). “Most able-bodied individuals have the opportunity to grow in their awareness of ableism.” Reuter shared that “CSD supports making Whitewater’s campus more equitable and inclusive for everyone, and events like this help us meet that goal.”
UW-Whitewater has a long-standing priority mission to serve students with disabilities. The CSD, established more than 50 years ago, serves more than 1,300 Warhawks annually. The Warhawk men’s and women’s wheelchair basketball teams have combined for 17 intercollegiate national championships since 1982 and produce medal-winning Paralympians.
The UW-Whitewater LIFE program for young adults with intellectual disabilities was launched in 2019 and is currently at full capacity. The university’s department of special education earned the 2024 Universities of Wisconsin Teaching Excellence Award for its track record in preparing and placing future educators. UW-Whitewater has also hosted the Special Olympics Wisconsin Summer Games for each of the last two years, welcoming more than 1,400 athletes and coaches to campus in 2024.
Because of this priority mission, UWW is continually seeking better understand the experiences of disabled people and ways to provide increased access to all. “One of our core values is improving the quality of life for the communities we serve,” said Matt Vick, dean of the School of Graduate Studies and Continuing Education (SGSCE). “By bringing Dr. Taussig to campus for this lecture, we hope community members will join us in discussing how we can keep moving the needle.”
This year marks the 35th anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA fundamentally changed the landscape of the built world and continues to be one of the most protective pieces of protective legislation for disabled Americans. Yet, this same population still experiences vast disparities in access from their nondisabled counterparts. We have come so far, and we have so far to go. “This is especially true for people with mental health disabilities,” said Reuter. “The stigma associated with less visible disabilities is still a barrier for many.”
In her lecture, Taussig will reflect on the grueling, exciting story of what it took to get here, give a clear picture of this present moment, and cast a vision for a future that creates more access for all of us.
Taussig’s visit to UWW will be hosted by SGSCE in partnership with the Tommy G. Thompson Center on Public Leadership. The Thompson Center funds speaker events that help leaders address pressing policy challenges and promote local policymaking solutions.
Taussig’s lecture is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided. While registration is not necessary, parking passes are required – see the event website for more information. Livestream will also be accessible through that link.
Discussion groups reading Taussig’s best-selling memoir will be held on campus and in the community in advance of her visit.
UW-Platteville announces Chancellor’s List
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville announced its Chancellor’s List, honoring those with a perfect 4.0 grade-point average for the fall 2024 semester.
Students from this area who earned the 4.0 grade-point average include:
Whitewater, WI
Eloise Rohloff, Dairy Science BS, Main
UW-Platteville announces Dean’s List
The University of Wisconsin-Platteville announces its Dean’s List, honoring those full-time students who earned a grade-point average of 3.75 and above in the fall 2024 semester.
Students from this area on the Dean’s List include:
Whitewater, WI
Eloise Rohloff, Dairy Science BS
Evie Troxel, Health & Human Performance BS
The College of Arts and Communication at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater announces its March events beginning with the Symphonic Wind Ensemble at 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 2 followed by the Faculty Chamber Trio later that evening at 7:30 p.m. The University/Community Band then takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, March 3, and Sonict Ensemble brings a unique, innovative performance to the stage at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4. The next installment of the Music Mosaics series takes place at 7:30 p.m. on March 6 as the Whitewater Brass Quintet takes the spotlight. The Chamber Singers and Vocal Jazz present an afternoon of vocal performances beginning at 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 16, and the month’s performances conclude with the Whitewater Symphony Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 18.
The Symphonic Wind Ensemble performs their Carnegie Hall repertoire under the direction of Dr. Glenn C. Hayes on March 2 in preparation for their third visit to the prestigious music venue. Their highly anticipated appearance at Carnegie Hall takes place at 8 p.m. on March 11 as part of the 2025 New York Wind Band Festival. You can help them complete their fundraising efforts by giving a tax-deductible gift of any amount toward the transportation costs of the trip. Visit https://events.uww.edu/event/8176-symphonic-wind-ensemble for more information. You may also send a check payable to the UW-Whitewater Foundation, Inc. and list fund 0487 on the memo line. Checks may be mailed to UW-Whitewater Foundation, Inc., Alumni Center, 800 W. Main St., Whitewater, WI. 53190. Any donor who contributes $500 or more will receive a commemorative plaque of the performance.
Also on March 2, the Faculty Chamber Trio, comprised of Drs. Ellenwood, Whitcomb and Shapiro, present an incredible performance of the trios by Frühling and Fauré. These compositions are written specifically for clarinet, cello, and piano—a truly beautiful and versatile chamber music ensemble.
On March 3, the University/Community Band brings together University of Wisconsin-Whitewater students and community members for an evening of inspiring, collaborative music.
Music enthusiasts can look forward to a truly unique performance on March 4 by the Sonict Ensemble, which brings together UW-Whitewater faculty, students, and guest artists to perform music of the highest technical and emotional caliber.
The next installment of the Music Mosaics series, a high-caliber series designed to raise money to support music scholarships, features the Whitewater Brass Quintet on March 6. The quintet comes together for a dynamic performance of repertoire written for brass quintets that is sure to keep you captivated.
Experience the vocal mastery of the Chamber Singers and Vocal Jazz groups on March 16 as they come together for an exciting afternoon of music featuring the world premiere of a new work by Chinese American composer Chen Yi. This concert promises to be a celebration of vocal talent.
Finally, immerse yourself in a captivating symphonic journey and experience the brilliance of the esteemed Whitewater Symphony Orchestra on March 18. 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 Whitewater Symphony Orchestra promises an unforgettable performance that will leave you awe-inspired.
March Concert Schedule:
- Sunday, March 2, 3 p.m.: Symphonic Wind Ensemble in The Young Performing Arts Center
- Sunday, March 2, 7:30 p.m.: Faculty Chamber Trio
- Monday, March 3, 7:30 p.m.: University/Community Band in The Young Performing Arts Center
- Tuesday, March 4, 7:30 p.m.: Sonict Ensemble
- Thursday, March 6, 7:30 p.m.: Music Mosaics: Whitewater Brass Quintet
- Sunday, March 16, 3 p.m.: Chamber Singers and Vocal Jazz
- Tuesday, March 18, 7:30 p.m.: Whitewater Symphony Orchestra in The Young Performing Arts Center
Beyond the many featured and ticketed events in the Department of Music, there are a multitude of free events including student recitals, ensembles, and studios. For a full lineup of events, please visit uww.edu/coac/events .
All music events are in the Light Recital Hall in the Greenhill Center of the Arts, located at 950 West Main Street, Whitewater, WI 53190, unless specified otherwise. Admission for all of the above events except Music Mosaics is $7 for adults and $4 for age 65+ or under age 18. For Music Mosaics, $10 for adults and $6 for age 65+ or under age 18. Tickets are available in advance and can be purchased in person, online at tickets.uww.edu or by calling 262-472-2222. There is a $2.00 surcharge if purchased at the door at the time of the event.
Ticket Services is open Monday-Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. during the academic year. They are located in the atrium of the Greenhill Center of the Arts, 950 West Main Street, Whitewater, WI 53190.
The Young Performing Arts Center is located at 930 West Main Street, Whitewater, WI 53190.
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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