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Baha’is and Friends Autumn Meditation Retreat
Saturday, October 19
1:30 PM – 5 PM
Buryat Fields (Popke Farm), Whitewater, Wisconsin
Join us to practice nature meditation and transition into the season of winter, as we commemorate those family and friends who have ended their earthly lives during the past year. Wear clothes appropriate for any type of weather since we will be meeting outside. Bring your favorite lawn chair and be ready to gather in the Buryat tradition – you know what that means.
RSVP to Suzanne so we have enough refreshments at intsim@idcnet.com
Contact Suzanne or Zachary for more information at 262-490-6067 (Suz) or 920-397-8513 (Zac)
“Friday Afternoon Tea Time Visitors at Village at Trippe Lake” – Photo by Mark Dorn
Our thanks to Mark Dorn for sharing this great photo of sandhill cranes.
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The tickets may be purchased online. Alternatively the QR code below will access the form. [Sorry, there are only two ways left!] Reservations are accepted until 5 p.m. on Friday, October 18 or until sold out.
Brianna Zimdars from Whitewater, who is studying Business Administration at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, has earned a roster spot on the Warhawk women’s swimming and diving team for the 2024-25 season.
The Warhawks finished fifth at last year’s Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Championships. UW-Whitewater is coached by Elise Knoche, who enters her seventh season at the helm of the program. The team garnered the College Swimming Coaches Association of America Scholar All-America Award for the 11th straight season in 2023-24.
The Warhawks won their season-opening meet on Saturday, October 12 at Illinois Tech. They continue competition this Saturday, Oct. 19, at the Wisconsin Invite in Milwaukee. For the full 2024-25 schedule, visit uwwsports.com.
Update 10/15/24 @ 12:20 p.m. – Community Development Authority Board of Directors agenda added.
City of Whitewater Plan & Architectural Review Commission – Monday @ 6:00 p.m.
Agenda includes Discussion and possible approval of a Conditional Use Permit for Vacant Lot 4 at Cedar
Court for a planned residential development to call for a duplex; Discussion and Recommendation to Council Regarding Annexation of Parcel at N9618 and N9622 Howard Road, Town of Whitewater, Owned by Michael Mason, Including Zoning Map Designation and Certified Survey Map Approval; Discussion and possible approval for a Conditional Use permit for an 18-foot pylon sign and more than 1 wall sign for Dollar Tree to be located at 1441 W Main Street.
Whitewater Municipal Building Community Room, 312 West Whitewater St.
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City of Whitewater Alcohol Licensing Committee – Tuesday @ 6:00 p.m.
Agenda includes appeal of the denial of a beverage operator’s license
Whitewater Municipal Building Cravath Lakefront
Room, 2nd Floor, 312 West Whitewater St.,
Whitewater, WI 53190 *In Person and Virtual
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City of Whitewater Common Council – Tuesday @ 6:30 p.m.
Agenda includes Fitch & Associates Whitewater Police Department Organizational and Workload Study presentation; ATV/UTV Data update; Update on Whitewater Middle School parking on Elizabeth Street; Mid Block crosswalks on Main Street by UW Whitewater; Presentation and brief overview of draft 2025 budget; Discussion and Possible Action regarding changing winter parking restrictions to start December 1 instead of November 1; Discussion and Possible Action regarding WPD request for proposals-Public Safety Referendum Communications Firm
Whitewater Municipal Building Community Room, 312 West Whitewater St.
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City of Whitewater Parks & Recreation Board – Wednesday @ 5:30 p.m.
Agenda includes Discussion and Possible Action on Capital Campaign implementation for WAFC upgrades.
Cravath Lakefront room 2nd floor, 312 West Whitewater St
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City of Whitewater Community Development Authority Board of Directors – Thursday @ 5:30 p.m.
Agenda includes Discussion and possible action regarding Request for Proposal (RFP) for demolition of the
108 West Main Street building (EDD Zeinert), Discussion and possible action regarding Request for Proposal (RFP) for the demolition of the 216 East Main Street building (EDD Zeinert), and closed session re: Consideration and possible action regarding Development Agreement with Tanis.
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Editor’s Note: The following was provided by the Whitewater Community Foundation.
The Whitewater Community Foundation is now accepting applications for Fall Community Action Grants. Grants will be awarded to local non-profit organizations actively working to support the greater Whitewater community.
Qualified projects should be intended for educational, cultural, charitable or benevolent purposes that will benefit and improve the greater Whitewater community. Consideration will also be made based on the results of the 2023 Civic Summit, when more than 30 community members, business leaders, educators, nonprofit organizers, and others determined key areas for improvement in Whitewater:
- Communicating to Whitewater’s diverse population in English and Spanish, making signage bi-lingual, coordinating communication to all groups, and providing opportunities for people of different backgrounds, age groups, etc. to integrate to help meet community needs;
- Housing assistance, affordability and accessibility for families and professionals seeking to purchase homes;
- Marketing Whitewater by coordinating and cross-pollinating events, calendars and volunteer opportunities.
Projects are expected to be accomplished within a specific period of time (generally not more than one year) and should be creative, innovative and address community needs. Interested organizations can find more information and fill out an application at site https://whitewatercommunityfoundation.org/community-action-grants/ The deadline for submitting applications is October 31, 2024.
Kat Mawhinney, WCF Board Member who chairs the Community Action Grant Selection Committee, said, “We are pleased to be able to offer these grants to organizations helping to make the Whitewater community stronger.”
Organizations interested in pursuing a Whitewater Community Foundation Action Grant should check out the Whitewater Community Foundation web https://whitewatercommunityfoundation.org/ or contact Kat at 262-473-1403.
The Foundation continues to provide and host scholarships for Whitewater High School students and also offers fiscal sponsorship to organizations that are seeking 501(c) (3) status or require temporary pass-through funds for worthy community projects.
More information about the Whitewater Community Foundation can be found at whitewatercommunityfoundation.org and on Facebook.
The Whitewater Community Foundation’s mission is to “enhance quality of life in the Whitewater area via educational, cultural, charitable or benevolent expenditures.”
Editor’s Note: The following was provided by Whitewater Kiwanis Breakfast Club.
Whitewater Breakfast Kiwanis volunteers helped to clean up Highway 12 from County O to County H in La Grange recently. Pictured here are Steve Ryan (L) and Steve Smith. Others not in the picture who helped are Lynn Binnie, Rick Halvorson, and Darsha Olsen.
Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time.
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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