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Monday night, May 16, Whitewater hosted the Jefferson Eagles in the first round of the RVC Girls’ Soccer Tournament. The teams played an exciting game that Whitewater won 3-0.
Goals for the Whippets were scored by Adriana Dixon (21′, 69′) and Mayte Navejas (80′).
Goalkeeper Marina Linos made four saves for Whitewater. Jefferson keeper Rachel Simonson made 11 saves, defending Whitewater’s 18 shots on goal.
The Whippets will travel to Big Foot on Thursday for the second round of the tournament.
Article Submitted by Maddy Blain
Whitewater High School Head Girls’ Soccer Coach
mblain@wwusd.org
Photo Courtesy of Bob and Peter Mischka
Editor’s Note: The following press release was provided by Fort HealthCare.
Fort HealthCare has been honored as a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Top Workplace Award recipient for 2022. This is the twelfth Top Workplace Award for Fort HealthCare and the second consecutive year of being recognized as a Top Workplace on a national level.
The Top Workplaces lists are based solely on the results of an employee feedback survey administered by a leading research firm that specializes in organizational health and workplace improvement. To be a Top Workplace, organizations must meet strict standards for organizational health. Each year, employee opinions are collected, ranking their company or organization on criteria including how valued they feel, the benefits and pay, management capabilities, career advancement opportunities, work-life balance, and much more.
Fort HealthCare has received this tremendous award for several years now since the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel began recognizing the Top Workplaces Award in 2010. This award continues to be a great celebration of the hard work and community efforts that Fort HealthCare employees provide through their continued commitment to excellence. Fort HealthCare values its employees, recognizing them as members of the Fort HealthCare family, and promoting a culture where employees can thrive and feel inspired.
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. For more information, visit FortHealthCare.com and FortHealthCare.com/Careers.
The Whitewater Boys’ and Girls’ Track and Field Teams competed at the Rock Valley Conference Meet on Saturday, May 14th. There were some great performances on both sides; the boys took 4th place overall, and the girls were 3rd. Many athletes scored in individual and relay events to help propel the teams to their high finishes.
The following athletes received All-Conference recognition by placing in the Top 3 in their respective events:
Boys:
Ethan Dugan: 400m Dash, 2nd place
Jack Hefty: 1600m Run, 2nd place; 3200m Run, 1st place
CJ Tomomitsu: Pole Vault, 2nd place
Connor Raupp: Discus, 1st place
Jake Kuhlow: Discus, 2nd place
Girls:
Maddie Buehler: 100m Dash, 2nd place; 200m Dash, 1st place
Kindyl Kilar: 400m Dash, 2nd place
Evie Troxel: Pole Vault, 3rd place
4x100m Relay Team of Olive Coburn, Maddie Buehler, Emma Weigel, and A’lani Rogers: 1st place
4x200m Relay Team of Calli Grosinske, Olive Coburn, Emma Weigel, and Skyler Hibbs: 2nd place
The Whippets will head to Edgerton and Evansville this week for two Junior Varsity competitions before Regionals on Monday, May 23rd.
Article Submitted by Matt Green
Whitewater High School Head Track and Field Coach
mgreen@wwusd.org
Photos Courtesy of Bob Mischka
The Whitewater Whippets Girls’ Soccer Team had a challenging three game week, with games against Evansville, Elkhorn, and Clinton. In Monday’s game against Evansville, the team played a physical match that ended 9-1 in favor of Evansville. Mayte Navejas scored a penalty kick goal for Whitewater (36’), and Evansville had goals by Emma Stuart (1’, 38’, 53’, 59’), Casey Hill (10’), Melanie Wallisch (13’, 24’), Jaden LeRoy (45’), and Chinna Hermanson (75’). Marina Linos had nine saves in goal for the Whippets, and Katie Krueger had three for the Blue Devils.
On Thursday, Elkhorn came to Whitewater for a non-conference match. Elkhorn won by a score of 10-0, with goals by Grace Woyak, Lauren Haeft, Katelyn Haeft (2), Shaelyn Boutelle (3), and Ella Wallace. Marina Linos had a strong game in the net for Whitewater, making 14 saves. Madison Osborn played in goal for Elkhorn.
The Whippets hosted Clinton on Friday for their final regular season conference game. Whitewater won 5-0, with goals by Adriana Dixon (4’, 20’, 66’), Vivi Hauck (6’), and Mayte Navejas. Clinton goalkeeper Bethany Johnson played a solid match and had many saves. Marina Linos played in goal for Whitewater. The Whippets will host Clinton again on Monday for the first round of the Rock Valley Conference tournament.
Article Submitted by Maddy Blain
Whitewater High School Head Girls’ Soccer Coach
mblain@wwusd.org
Photo Courtesy of Bob Mischka
Whitewater High School’s FIRST Robotics Competition Team #6574 Ferradermis invites any students interested in joining the team for the 2022-2023 school year to join us in the high school library at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 26, with a parent or guardian, to learn about opportunities to work with the team this summer. This invitation is open to current WHS students as well as incoming freshmen!
Ferradermis members will be traveling to 3 single-day off-season competitions this summer in Kettle Moraine, Manitowoc, and Mukwonago. Joining the team on one or more of these trips is a great way for new members to experience the excitement of FIRST Robotics and learn more about what an actual competition feels like. In addition, new members are welcome to join us for summer training meetings.
What skills do you need before joining the team? None! Current Ferradermis members and their mentors will help you learn everything you need to know.
Is it all about the robot? Nope! There are roles on the team for people with all sorts of interests including business, graphics, community service, public speaking, writing, electronics, programming, CAD, and manufacturing.
Come join us on May 26 to learn more!
Any questions? Please contact Laura Masbruch at lmasbruch@wwusd.org.
Article and Photo Submitted by Laura Masbruch
Whitewater High School Robotics Advisor
lmasbruch@wwusd.org
Editor’s Note: The following information was provided by Walworth County Administration Department.
The Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Walworth County will
host an Open House on Friday, May 20, from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. at the Walworth County Health and Human Services building located at 1910 County Road NN, Elkhorn.
The Open House will feature musical entertainment, snacks, information, and free bingo provided by the Walworth County Council of the American Legion. The event is a celebration of Older Americans Month, a national observance that pays tribute to the contributions of older persons in our communities. The 2022 Older Americans theme is Age My Way; an opportunity for all of us to explore the many ways older adults can remain in and be involved with their communities.
“We are very excited to offer an in-person social opportunity for older adults in Walworth County, celebrating life, longevity, and the many contributions they have made to society while they aged their way,” says Randy Kohl, manager of the ADRC.
The Open House is free and RSVPs are not required. Check out the new Health and Human
Services building and have fun socializing with other older adults.
The National Honor Society hosted an event called, “International Student Exchange Celebration Day” at Whitewater High School on Saturday, May 7. The international students, Jihwan Beck from South Korea and Miyu Takeda from Japan, reflected on their year in America, how much they loved their host families, friends, and teachers at WHS, and how the experience has changed their lives.
The students had fun playing an international Kahoot game, took pictures with flags and the world map, and then went bowling and ate pizza at UW-Whitewater Warhawk Alley. Thank you, NHS, for sponsoring and hosting this fun day.
Participating NHS members were: Savannah Hill, Shane Kinson, Audrey Mayer, Haley Street, Sophia Walton, Tyler Arnett, Jake Kuhlow, Alexandra Martin, Courtney Meyer, Aileen Perez-Aguilar, Skylar Staebler, Maria Verduzco, and Caleigh Yang.
Article and Photos Submitted by Pamela Sonmor-Wintz
Whitewater High School National Honor Society Advisor
psonmorwintz@wwusd.org
City of Whitewater Plan and Architectural Review Commission – Monday @ 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
This meeting is IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL
City of Whitewater Municipal Building – Community Room
312 W. Whitewater St.
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
httDS://meet.aoto.com/807624629
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (571) 317-3122
Access Code: 807-624-629
Whitewater Unified School District Employee Handbook Committee – Tuesday @ 3:45 p.m.
Agenda (Click on “meetings” in upper right corner.)
William D. Kyle Board Room
419 South Elizabeth Street
City of Whitewater Public Works Committee – Tuesday @ 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
Municipal Building – 1 Floor
Community Room
312 W. Whitewater St.
Obituaries
Richard Allen Splitter, age 80, of Blue Eye, Missouri, passed away November 12, 2024. He entered this life on June 16, 1944, the son of Edward and Berniece (Craig) Splitter in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Richard proudly served our country in the United States Navy for two terms. During his time in the service, he was able to get his master’s degree in engineering from California State University of Long Beach. During his working years, Richard was an engineer for different aerospace companies. He retired to Blue Eye, Missouri, and thoroughly enjoyed lake life. Richard appreciated the outdoors and loved hiking, fishing, … Read more
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Edward W. HamiltonApril 3,1941 – October 26, 2024 Edward “Edjo” Wickman Hamilton, 83, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at home. Ed was born in Evanston, Illinois and moved to Whitewater, Wisconsin with his family when he was eight years old. He attended Whitewater High School and then graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Whitewater with a bachelor of science degree. He also served two years in the army. He moved to Davenport, Iowa in 1971 and worked at John Deere Davenport Works until he retired in 2001. Then he followed a dream, moved back to Whitewater and … Read more
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Verne Paul Schrank was born on March 9, 1930 at home on the family farm in Lima Township, Rock County, to Arthur and Marie (Witte) Schrank. He attended the Sturtevant one room school which closed when he graduated in 1944. He attended Whitewater High School and graduated in 1948. Verne farmed with his parents until 1967 when he moved to Whitewater and worked for the Whitewater Unified School District as a custodian – courier for 27 years. Verne served on various boards at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church, as well as playing on the dartball team for many years. Verne … Read more
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After a long full life, Janine Marie (Dickerson) Weiss was called home to the Lord. Janine was born on April Fool’s Day, 1930 in Milwaukee. She grew up enjoying Trolleys, dancing and school with her sisters, Donna Domagalski, Marcyl Howel, Karen Moczynski and her parents, Glenn and Lucille Dickerson. In 1950, she married Frederic Weiss in a little church in Three Lakes WI. Shortly after, the first of 5 kids was born with the next 2 shortly after. Denice Lucille (Edward DeGroot), David Arthur, and Dana Lynn (Stephen Lind). After a breather Debra Beth (Alyn Jones) and Donna Raye (Dale … Read more
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Raymond Miles, 96, Whitewater, passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at Our House Senior Living in Whitewater. Raymond was born on February 10, 1928, in Elkhorn, WI to Rueben and Norma Miles. He served in the US Army. On June 18, 1955, Raymond married Waverly Sutherland in Whitewater, WI. He enjoyed a long and successful career as a Livestock Dealer. In retirement, he cherished time spent with his family and remained informed on the farming community. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Waverly of Whitewater, sons Eddie of Madison and Todd (Barbara) Miles of Sarasota FL, … Read more
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Connie Jean Sukowski embarked on her next big adventure on the evening of Friday, November 8, 2024. Connie enjoyed decades of adventures with friends and family. She spent 36 years teaching 2nd and 3rd grade students in the Palmyra Eagle School District, working alongside many cherished colleagues and friends. Connie and her husband, Patrick Theodore Sukowski, shared 55 and a half years of marriage. Together they raised four children: Peter, Allan, Ann and Kevin Sukowski. She took great joy in watching her five grandchildren grow into amazing adults: Sonora Sukowski, Brianne Hebbe, Jared Gundrum-Sukowski, Nolan Causey, and Lore Lai Schimmel. … Read more
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Nancy Lou Hallock Cooper passed away November 8, 2024 due to complications of lungcancer. Nancy was born on April 20, 1936 in Springfield, MA to Howard and Barbara (Corliss) Hallock. As a child, Nancy spent every summer in her beloved Piermont, NH where she and her brothers “helped” the local farmer with his chores, including riding in the truck with the milk cans every morning. She enjoyed swimming in the local brooks, picking berries, going to the nearby library, visiting with cousins, and playing croquet every evening. As she grew older, she spent time as a camper and then a camp … Read more
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James Robert Trier (Jimbo), passed away on November 10, 2024, at the age of 89. Born on December 22, 1934, in New Holstein, WI, to George and Frances Trier. He spent his later years residing in Whitewater, WI. Jim began his teaching career as a high school mathematics teacher and then dedicated 55 years of his life to education as a mathematics professor at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. He was the chairman of the faculty senate as well. He had a passion for math and an engaging teaching style, which made him a student favorite. He was known for telling … Read more
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Juan Manuel “Manny” Rodriguez, 56, of Whitewater, WI, passed away on Oct 31, 2024. He was born in Fort Atkinson, WI, on November 14, 1967 to Ponciano and Blanca Rodriguez. He graduated from Whitewater High School and continued his education at Gateway, earning a degree in marketing. He had a love for helping people and worked in healthcare for over 30 years as a CNA. He enjoyed shooting darts with his lifelong friends: Robert Bramley, Brian Quass, and Todd Piper. To know Manny, you knew he had a love for his Washington Redskins, now known as the Commanders. He loved to play … Read more
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