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The Whippets won in walk-off style on April 26! Carter Friend was the hero of the game with a walk-off single in the bottom of the 7th inning to propel the Whippet Baseball Team to a 2-1 victory over visiting Brodhead-Juda.
The Whippets put together a complete seven inning game, collecting six hits and only allowing three hits.
Marcus DePorter threw a complete game, only throwing 84 pitches.
The Whippets will be back in action again this Thursday as they travel to Brodhead.
Article Submitted by Michael Hookstead
Whitewater High School Head Baseball Coach
mhookstead@wwusd.org
File Photo Courtesy of Bob Mischka
The Whippet Softball Team defeated Delavan-Darien this past Monday, April 25, 15-2 in five innings.
Delavan took an early lead with two runs in the first inning, but Whitewater scored one in the bottom of the first and three runs in the second for a 4-2 lead. The Whippets broke things open with a 10 run third inning as they cruised to the win.
Cheyenne Bohmann pitched the first three innings for the win, while Ashlynne Bohmann pitched the last two innings to seal the victory.
Shyan Lesperance, Falyn Krahn, Lexi Juoni, Cali Kopecky, Gaby Kubicz, and Nataly Benes scored two runs each. Kopecky and Cheyenne Bohmann also drove in two runs apiece.
The Whippets will be at home this Thursday, April 28th, as they play host to McFarland. Game time is 5:30 p.m.
Article Submitted by Ron Sdano
Whitewater High School Head Softball Coach
rsdano@wwusd.org
File Photo Courtesy of Bob Mischka
On Saturday, April 23rd, the Whippet Softball Team hosted Brodhead in a doubleheader. In between games, the Varsity Softball Field was named in honor of the late softball coach Tim Hering.
Attending the ceremony were two of Coach Hering’s daughters, Kelly and Laura, along with their families. Also celebrating this special occasion were many former players, coaches, and friends.
Special thanks go to the Coulthart family for agreeing to share in the naming of the facility along with Larry Kachel and Don Vruwink who took the initiative to get this naming process moving forward. Thanks go to Athletic Director Justin Crandall and Athletic Assistant Shannon Cushman for all of their hard work in making this day a success.
Guest speakers along with Kelly and Laura were Justin Crandall, Don Vruwink, Diane Schwab, Larry Kachel, and Laurie Kyle Mack.
Article Submitted by Ron Sdano
Whitewater High School Head Softball Coach
rsdano@wwusd.org
Photos Courtesy of Greg Stewart
Editor’s Note: The following information was provided by the Walworth County Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC.)
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in four older adults has a fall each year, and Wisconsin leads the nation in fall-related deaths for people ages 60 and older. The good news is that falls are preventable. The Stepping On program, offered by the Walworth County Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC), is a small group, community-based program that has been proven to reduce falls by 31 percent. Stepping On will be held in the Walworth County room on Tuesdays (9 to 11 a.m.) from May 3 to June 14, 2022, at the Walworth County Health and Human Services building, 1910 County Road NN, Elkhorn. The workshop has a suggested donation of $10.
In seven weekly, two-hour sessions, Stepping On gives participants strategies for avoiding falls, including balance and strength exercises, home safety check suggestions, medication review, and more. Guest experts, including a physical therapist and pharmacist, visit throughout the seven sessions to provide information and strategies for avoiding a fall. The workshop is designed specifically for people who are age 60 or older, have fallen, and/or have a fear of falling. Participants can expect to leave with improved strength, better balance, and a feeling of confidence and independence.
For questions, or to register for the program, contact Chetney Blaszczyk RDN, CD at (262) 741-3309.
About the ADRC of Walworth County: The ADRC provides information and assistance to older and disabled adults, their friends, family, caregivers, and the public. We can assist by evaluating your current needs and providing options available to meet the needs of your situation. Learn more at www.co.walworth.wi.us/376/Aging-Disability-Resource-Center.
Whitewater Girls’ Soccer opened conference play against Jefferson on Thursday, April 21. Both teams played hard, with Whitewater winning 1-0.
The Whippets’ goal was scored by Belle Peterson (56’).
Marina Linos had five saves in goal for Whitewater. Becca Wolfe and Rachel Simonson played in goal for Jefferson.
Article Submitted by Maddy Blain
Whitewater High School Head Girls’ Soccer Coach
mblain@wwusd.org
File Photo Courtesy of Bob Mischka
Rummage Sale
N5907 State Road 89
Delavan
3/4 mile south of Duck Inn
Friday, April 22 – 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Saturday, April 23 – 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Harley apparel, outdoor misc., household items, etc.
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We do not post individual sales outside the school district, but FYI are including the following info on a community sale.
Village Wide Rummage Sales in Johnson Creek
The Johnson Creek Community Wide Rummage sales will be held April 22 and 23. Many sales
will begin as early as April 21 and continue through April 24. Several non-profits will be holding
fundraisers during this event.
On Friday from 7:00-2:00 Mary Magdalene Church’s Women of Mary will be holding a plant and
food/lunch including homemade sweet rolls, hard rolls, Pilgrim potato soup, Chili, BBQ, hot
dogs, assorted desserts, coffee, water, soda will be offered. This event will be held at the
church at 242 William Street. Guest are asked to enter the parking lot off of West Street.
On Saturday from 9:00 to 1:0 the Johnson Creek Historical Society will host Garden Palooza.
Area gardeners are welcome to bring their divided plants to sell. The Society will be selling
soup and sandwiches at their museum, 110 Aztalan St. This sale will support ongoing expenses
to manage the museum.
Friday and Saturday will feature brats, hamburgers, and hot dogs at the American Legion Post
309 at their club house on 223 Williams Street from 10:30 to 1:30. The bar will be open.
The Friends of the Johnson Creek Library will be hosting their semi-annual used book sale both
Friday and Saturday 8-2 at the Village Community Center 417 Union Street. Proceeds of the sale
will support summer programming for children through adults.
Sustain Jefferson will be hosting a sale at 147 Pheasant Run from 8-3 both Friday and Saturday.
Organic seed potatoes will be sold, in addition to a wide variety of garage sale finds. Sustain
Jefferson will be raising money to support their mission of providing Sustainable Solutions for a
Sustainable World.
On Friday and Saturday from 8-3 the Crossroads Church at 111 South Street will have a
rummage sale. This sale supports the Church’s outreach programming. A wide variety of
clothing and household items will be for sale.
In addition, close to 50 sales will be held around the Village and adjacent towns. A complete list
of sales is available by email. Send an email to caroljo@tds.net to receive the final list. Listing
will be available on April 20.
A Banner Service – Garage Sale Ads
As a result of a reader’s comment that it’s hard to find garage sales in Whitewater now that we no longer have a weekly shopper, the Banner staff agreed to begin a “consolidated” garage sale posting that will be published by Thursday morning for the upcoming weekend’s sales. This announcement will only be for garage sales (a sale of miscellaneous household goods, often held in the garage or front yard of someone’s house) in the city and school district boundaries. We will not be accepting, for example, ads for cars or other items that are not part of a scheduled garage sale. There will be a limit of three times per year for a particular property. Although we may eventually make a small charge for this service, initially it will be complimentary.
Those wishing to place a notice must send the information to whitewaterbanner@gmail.com by Wednesday at 6 p.m. You may include a brief description of the items that are for sale, the hours and days of the sale, and of course your address.
The Whippets rallied from a 5-0 deficit to beat the Crimson Tide 8-5 on Thursday, April 19. Whitewater scored four runs in the 5th inning and four more in the bottom of the 6th to pull out the win.
Jenna Pope pitched the first 4 1/3 innings, while Cheyenne Bohmann finished the game to pick up the win.
Shyan Lesperance, Lexi Juoni, and Falyn Krahn had two hits each. Lesperance hit a homerun and drove in three runs. Juoni and Krahn each scored two runs, while Juoni also drove in two runs. Makaylyn Benes scored two runs and got the 5th inning rally started with a sacrifice bunt in which she also got on base.
Whitewater travels to Evansville on Thursday for a 5:00 game and then hosts Brodhead on Saturday for a doubleheader. In between games on Saturday will be the Tim Hering Field Dedication. The first game on Saturday starts at 10:00 a.m.
Article Submitted by Ron Sdano
Whitewater High School Head Baseball Coach
rsdano@wwusd.org
Photo Courtesy of Bob Mischka
The Whippet Baseball Team competed against Evansville and unfortunately came out on the losing end by a score of 6-3. The Whippets took the lead 2-0 in the bottom of the first inning and held the lead until the 4th inning. The Whippets cut the deficit to two runs in the bottom of the 6th inning.
Leading the offense was Wyatt Nickels who had two hits on the night.
Marcos Sagrero handled the starting pitching duties and went 3 ⅓ innings. Wyatt Nickels and Marc Jones each pitched in relief.
The Whippets will be in action again on Thursday, April 21st, when they travel to Evansville for a 4:45 p.m. start time.
Article Submitted by Michael Hookstead
Whitewater High School Head Baseball Coach
mhookstead@wwusd.org
Photo Courtesy of Bob Mischka
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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