News & Events

It’s time once again for #FlashbackFriday with the Whitewater Historical Society.

We hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving yesterday. Today’s photo is from the Scholl glass plate negative collection of turn-of-the-20th-century images. This view shows the interior of a home in Whitewater, specifically the dining room with the built-in cabinet of china probably used for special occasions like a Thanksgiving dinner. It may bring to mind your own Thanksgiving experiences at your grandma’s house or old photos showing family Thanksgiving celebrations from the 20th century.

Join us next week for more from the Whitewater Historical Society.

(3657GP, Whitewater Historical Society)

CBS 58 has a heartwarming story about a woman finding her dog in Darien five days after it went missing when she crashed by I-43. Per social media, a number of Whitewater residents had been following the story of the missing canine, with a team of area people having joined the search.

We recommend watching the video rather than reading the story; it will make a lot more sense that way.

Whitewater Chamber and Downtown Whitewater, Inc. invite the community and visitors to the 1^st Annual Shop Small Holiday Market & Tree Lighting event.

The Whitewater Area Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Whitewater, Inc. are happy to announce an exciting event to usher in the holiday season! They will be hosting the 1^st Annual Whitewater Shop Small Holiday Market & Tree Lighting event on Saturday, November 26^th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Shop Small Saturday is the day during shop small season that we celebrate all things local! This event will be centered in Cravath Lakefront Park at 341 S. Fremont St. with over 30 local and regional vendors and entrepreneurs set up along the lakefront near the Cravath Lakefront Community Center building.

In addition to the market, attendees can enjoy live music from local students and artists, grab a s’more at Blitzen’s Bonfire, let the kiddos write a letter to Santa and do crafts in the Little Elves Workshop & Play Area, enjoy tasty treats from three food trucks, and sip some hot cocoa or mulled wine in the Gumdrop Glugg Garden. Visitors to this festive event can also walk around downtown and enjoy a holiday tale with their family on the story stroll sponsored by the Irvin L. Young Library, visit with Santa, and ring in the holiday season with a tree lighting and high school carolers to close out the day! A full map of the event can be found here.

The Saturday after Thanksgiving is set aside each year to celebrate local businesses and many businesses in Whitewater will be offering deals and specials on this day only. The event also celebrates our local entrepreneurs by bringing local and regional vendors to Whitewater to help folks get a start on their holiday shopping. Don’t forget to visit the 12 Selfie Stations of Shop Small Saturday to be entered to WIN a basket of goodies! For more details about this event visit the Chamber’s event calendar page or follow the Facebook event page.

The Whitewater Area Chamber of Commerce looks forward to seeing everyone out celebrating the season and supporting local businesses at the 1^st Annual Shop Small Holiday Market and Tree Lighting! For more information about this event or anything Chamber related please contact Kellie Carper, Exec. Director at (262) 473-4005.

The Banner appreciates having permission to use the image on the homepage by Alexa from Pixabay.

NOTICE OF SPRING ELECTION

City of Whitewater – Walworth & Jefferson Counties, Wisconsin.

Tuesday, April 4, 2023

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that at an election to be held in the City of Whitewater on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, the following offices are to be elected to succeed the present incumbents listed. The term for council member begins on Tuesday, April 18, 2023. All terms are for two years unless otherwise indicated.

Office Incumbent

Councilmember AD 1 Carol McCormick

Councilmember AD 3 Brienne Diebolt Brown

Councilmember AD 5 Greg Majkrzak

Councilmember at Large Lisa Dawsey Smith

Information concerning aldermanic district boundaries may be obtained from City Clerk Michele Smith, 312 W. Whitewater St., Whitewater, WI.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that the first day to circulate nomination papers is December 1, 2022, and the final day for filing nomination papers is 5:00 p.m., on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, in the office of the city clerk.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, that if a primary is necessary, the primary will be held on Tuesday, February 21, 2023.

Acceptable Photo ID will be required to vote at this election. If you do not have a photo ID you may obtain a free ID for voting from the Division of Motor Vehicles.

Done in the City of Whitewater on November 1, 2022.

Michele R. Smith, Clerk

(262) 473-0102

msmith@whitewater-wi.gov

Editor’s note: The photo on the homepage is by Lynn Binnie.

Brian Turley, DDS, of Rock River Community Clinic was chosen as the recipient of the 2022 Wisconsin Dental Association (WDA) Pyramid of Pride Community Outreach award for his exemplary work within the local community dental clinic.

“Brian’s service to the community is embedded within his practice and care, making him an exceptional model for the greater dental community,” states Olivia Nichols, M.S., CEO/Executive Director of Rock River Community Clinic. “For over 15 years, Dr. Turley has been a constant at our dental clinic and a source of mentorship and laughter – for both our staff and patients. He models what it means to walk the talk of service to one’s community.”

The WDA Pyramid of Pride awards are given annually to member dentists, organizations, and others who have demonstrated exemplary commitment, service, and achievement in regard to dentistry and the oral health of Wisconsin residents. The recipients are chosen by the WDA Board of Trustees based on the nominations submitted.

Dr. Turley was nominated by another local dentist, Mike Bender, DDS. Bender submitted a nomination form and letter indicating why Turley was deserving of the honor. Bender’s nomination noted Turley’s commitment to providing equitable dental care to his communities, having served as a key stakeholder in the creation and implementation of the original community dental clinic in 2005. Bender also highlighted the endless hours of donated time and service Turley has contributed to the clinic, as well as his efforts to recruit other providers to support and join the cause.

“Brian has done so much for the people of Jefferson and Rock County ever since he started his practice in Jefferson in the 1990’s,” states Dr. Bender. “To be a father, spouse, grandfather, full time dentist AND to develop a community dental clinic on the side is something one can only do with great passion and desire to serve others.”

Dr. Turley was insistent that the award was a team effort, extending credit to the entire dental team – past and present – at Rock River Community Clinic for their community outreach efforts.

“I am honored to receive this community award from WDA and am humbled by the nomination support from Dr. Bender,” Dr. Turley states. “But the effort, progress, and impact at our dental clinic is accomplished through a team effort. Many people have taken part in building this clinic and each employee/volunteer/organization continues to fulfill their role, and beyond, with a passion and dedication towards helping others in our area. Our team effort is what makes this work possible.”

Dr. Turley is the owner and lead dentist at Smiles by Turley in Jefferson and continues to serve at Rock River Community Clinic every Tuesday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

“There are an increasing number of families without access to dental care because of insurance rates outside their control. Brian’s commitment to serving these families and providing high quality dental care has persisted through many changes and challenges. His skill, time, and leadership can’t be overstated and has been absolutely instrumental to me and to RRCC,” Nichols adds.

On behalf of Dr. Turley, Nichols received the honor at the WDA House of Delegates awards dinner on Friday, November 11, and presented it to Dr. Turley on Tuesday, November 15 with the full dental team.

For more information about Rock River Community Clinic, please contact 262.472.6839 or visit www.rockrivercommunityclinic.org

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Rock River Community Clinic (RRCC) provides comprehensive and cost-effective health care services to ensure all community members have access to the care they need. Serving families in Jefferson, Dodge, and parts of Walworth County, RRCC includes three medical clinics located in Whitewater, Watertown, and Jefferson, and one dental clinic located in Fort Atkinson. Referrals for behavioral health care services will be available in Whitewater and Watertown locations soon.

At RRCC, all community members are welcome and accepted, regardless of ability to pay, with discounted prices for patients who are uninsured or underinsured (high deductible plans). RRCC also provides care coordination services to help patients overcome barriers to accessing healthcare (e.g., transportation), and helps to coordinate referrals. Bilingual staff (Spanish & English) are available to support patients and their families. By increasing access to health care services, offering care at affordable costs, and assisting with healthcare navigation, RRCC works to create a healthier, more equitable, community. For clinic hours and directions, visit www.rockrivercommunityclinic.org