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UW-Whitewater plays Wisconsin basketball in an exhibition game this Friday, October 29 at 6:00 p.m. in the Kohl Center, Madison. The only remaining tickets are in the “nosebleed” section for $29 including ticket fee. Click here for tickets.
Know Before You Go: Basketball at the Kohl Center
Fan policies and COVID protocols in place at Kohl Center
It’s been over 18 months since the Wisconsin basketball team has played a game in front of a crowd at the Kohl Center, and we can’t wait to have fans back!
To prepare for our return to the Kohl Center this season, we wanted to share our latest gameday information regarding a safe fan experience and digital ticketing. For more information on carry-in policy and further details, visit our fan policies page.
As a reminder, gates open 90 minutes prior to opening tip and we encourage fans to arrive early!
COVID-19 MASKS
In accordance with UW-Madison Covid-19 guidelines, all fans attending UW men’s basketball games, and all Kohl Center events, will be required to wear masks at all times when inside the Kohl Center regardless of vaccination status, unless actively eating or drinking.
For your safety and the safety of others, Wisconsin Athletics asks fans to please stay home if you aren’t feeling well.
The health and safety of our fans remains our top priority. We will continue to work closely with local and campus health officials to ensure a safe game day experience.
CASHLESS CONCESSIONS
Cash will not be accepted at any concession stands. Patrons may pay with Apple Pay/Google Pay, credit or debit card.
TOUCHLESS RESTROOMS
The Kohl Center restrooms are equipped with touchless toilets, sinks, soap and towel dispensers.
DIGITAL TICKETING (Digital Ticketing FAQ)The fastest and most convenient way to access your mobile season tickets is by using the Badgers app. Fans who need to download the app for the first time can search “Wisconsin Badgers” in the App Store or Google Play Store. To learn more about mobile tickets, please visit UWBadgers.com/digitalticketing. Once you download the Badgers app, please follow these simple steps on your smartphone: Mobile tickets must be downloaded to your mobile wallet in advance of arrival to the Kohl Center. Mobile tickets may also be accessed by logging onto your Wisconsin Athletics ticket account on UWBadgers.com using a web browser on your smartphone, or by clicking on the individual game tickets in your season ticket delivery email on your smartphone.
- Open your Badgers app.
- Click on Tickets at the bottom right of the screen.
- Choose Manage Tickets.
- Enter the email address and password associated with your Wisconsin Athletics ticket account.
- Select the match under My Tickets.
- Tap the Apple Wallet or Google Pay App icon to add the tickets to your mobile wallet.
Your tickets are now saved in your mobile wallet for use on game day.
PRINT-AT-HOME TICKETS
Fans choosing print-at-home tickets will also enjoy easy, contactless entrance to Badgers events. Fans will have their digital tickets emailed to the email address on record with the Athletic Ticket Office. Each ticket must be printed off separately on a standard 8.5×11 sheet of white paper. Print-at-home tickets displayed on a mobile device will not be accepted at the gates.
TICKET SCANNERS
There will be a mix of pedestal and handheld ticket scanners for entry into the Kohl Center. For tickets displayed on a smartphone, we recommend have the screen brightness all the way up for optimal scanning.
TICKET TRANSFER
Cannot attend a game and want to send your mobile tickets to a friend or family member? Arriving separately from the rest of your party? Use our newly enhanced Ticket Transfer service. Ticket Transfer works well with the Badgers app and allows you to send your mobile tickets via text message or email for free. For more information, please visit UWBadgers.com/digitalticketing.
KOHL CENTER ENTRY/CARRY-IN POLICY
Doors open 90 minutes before each game. Fans are encouraged to review the carry-in policy.
ARRIVE EARLY (Approx. Entry Times)
• 90-45 minutes before: No delays (less than 1 minute to enter)
• 45-25 minutes before: Moderate delays (5-10 minutes to enter)
• 25 minutes – opening tip: Longer delays (15-25 minutes to enter)
Metal detectors will continue to be used as part of the security screening at the Kohl Center, but fans will no longer need to remove cell phones, keys or other personal items as they walk through the detectors. All bags will still be subject to search upon entry.
STUBHUB
Wisconsin Athletics is proud to partner with StubHub, the ‘Official Fan to Fan Ticket Marketplace’ of the Wisconsin Badgers. This exciting partnership with StubHub allows you more freedom in pricing, number of ticket listings and lets you reach more ticket buyers than ever before. Unable to attend a match and want to sell your tickets? Or, looking to purchase tickets to a match? Be sure to visit StubHub as all purchases are fully supported by the UW Ticket Office. Only purchase tickets from a trusted source.
VET TIX
Wisconsin Athletics is proud to partner with the Veteran Tickets Foundation (Vet Tix), a nonprofit organization founded by veterans dedicated to support and honor the US. military community, veterans and their families. By partnering with Vet Tix, Wisconsin Athletics supports the mission of Vet Tix of providing tickets to events which reduce stress, strengthen family bonds, build life-long memories and encourage service members and veterans to stay engaged with local communities and American life. Vet Tix supports our troops by honoring their service and providing positive family and life experiences, during and after their years of service to our country. Vet Tix provides tickets to all branches of currently serving military and veterans. Vet Tix secures tickets to sporting events, concerts, performing arts, educational and family activities across the nation. Since 2008, Vet Tix has given out over 7.5 million tickets and are active in all 50 states! For more information about Vet Tix, click here.
Donating tickets to Vet Tix is a FREE electronic service for volleyball, football, women’s hockey, men’s hockey, women’s basketball, wrestling and men’s basketball.
Editor’s note: The following information was provided by the City of Whitewater.
The City of Whitewater would like to remind everyone that winter parking hours go into effect on November 1, 2021.
It is unlawful for the operator or owner of any vehicle to park the vehicle on any street in the City between the
hours of 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. on any day from November 1, 2021 through March 31, 2022, except as hereinafter
provided:
• Parking shall be permitted in the downtown parking area after 5 a.m. of such period.
• By special advance arrangement with the Public Works Director.
– Physicians and surgeons shall be permitted to park vehicles at any time when the physician is on emergency call.
Any person who violates the provisions of this ordinance shall be subject to the penalties and provisions set
forth in Sections 11.56.010(4) and 11.56.010(5) of the Municipal Code.
YOU BE THE JUDGE in our annual cupcake battle. Place your order today to receive up to a dozen Halloween themed cupcakes. Bakers will be competing for your VOTES for the best decorated and the best tasting.
Past cupcake voters have said it was the best fun they’ve had, many loved the feeling of being like those cool judges on the TV bake off shows.
Only 48 tickets will be sold, don’t miss out, order early!
All proceeds support Studio 84’s programing in the arts for people with disabilities.
Order your ticket ($25) at this link: https://www.studio84inc.org/events/no-tricks-all-treats-cupcake-battle
Editor’s note: The following information was provided by the WHS National Honor Society.
The National Honor Society at Whitewater High School will be hosting a Fall Silent Auction from Monday, October 25 to Friday, November 12. Projects up for bid this fall are housework, manual labor or yardwork, horseback riding lessons, a Norwex Basket which includes items such as hand towels, face & body cloth, exfoliating facial mitt, peppermint foaming hand wash, optic scarf, travel bag and UPP detergent (retail value $180), 10 hand-painted watercolor greeting cards with envelopes, an Italian Themed Basket of amazing items, a basket of six $10 gift cards to a variety of restaurants & businesses in Whitewater, and 90 minutes of tutoring for a Freshman student. Projects will be completed or delivered to winners between November 15 and December 21. Funds raised will be used for local and area scholarships and other worthwhile causes. People interested in participating can place their bids on the following link to the WHS NHS Website: https://www.whs.wwusd.org/page/3138 Please contact Pam Sonmor-Wintz if you have any questions!
Editor’s note: The following information was provided by the Young Auditorium.
Popcorn, Candy, and Two Horror Classics Back-to-Back / Friday, October 29 at 7:30 pm
Enjoy a classic horror movie double feature on the big screen as Young Auditorium fires
up the projector for its BRAND-NEW Friday Night Flicks series. Start your Halloween weekend off right with
George Romero’s zombie masterpiece Night of the Living Dead (1968), followed directly by The House On
Haunted Hill (1959) starring Vincent Price….all for the frighteningly low cost of $3.00 per ticket!
New this season, Friday Night Flicks brings film-fanatics together to enjoy classic movies in a theatre style
setting. We’re breaking out the big screen and preparing our movie theatre style concessions for a unique
theatre-going experience. From campy to classic, Friday Night Flicks is designed to take you on a journey
through the Golden Age of cinema.
Tickets for all Friday Night Flicks series movies are only $3 per person…and totally FREE for Young
Auditorium members!
HORROR DOUBLE FEATURE – Friday, October 29, 2021 | 7:30 PM
• Night of the Living Dead (1968) – A ragtag group of Pennsylvanians barricade themselves in an old
farmhouse to remain safe from a horde of flesh-eating ghouls that are ravaging the East Coast of the
United States.
• The House On Haunted Hill (1959) – A millionaire offers $10,000 to five people who agree to be locked in a large, spooky, rented house overnight with him and his wife.
Can’t make it this time? There are four (4) more opportunities to enjoy Friday Night Flicks at Young Auditorium!
FRIDAY NIGHT FLICKS
It’s A Wonderful Life – Friday, December 10, 2021 | 7:30 p.m.
Creature Double Feature – Friday, February 25, 2022 | 7:30 p.m.
The Wasp Woman (1959) and Attack of the Giant Leeches (1959)
Phantom of the Opera (1925) – Friday, March 11, 2022 | 7:30 p.m.
A Star Is Born (1937) – Friday, April 1, 2022 | 7:30 p.m.
Tickets for Friday Night Flicks and all 2021-2022 Young Auditorium season performances can be purchased
online at http://www.youngauditorium.com … or by connecting with the UW-Whitewater Ticket Services
department.
UW-Whitewater Ticket Services
950 West Main Street – located inside the Greenhill Center of the Arts –
(262) 472-2222 | Monday – Friday 9:30 am – 3 pm
THANK YOU TO OUR SEASON SPONSOR: DLK Enterprises
Masks will be required for attendees of this performance. Please visit the Warhawks Are Back! website, which outlines operating practices for the UW-Whitewater campus. Modifications of these practices should be anticipated. UW-Whitewater will continue to use information provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the State of Wisconsin, county health departments and the University of Wisconsin System to guide the decision-making processes across campuses. – https://www.uww.edu/warhawks-are-back
Editor’s note: The following information was provided by the Whitewater Area Chamber of Commerce.
After a one-year hiatus the Whitewater Chamber is once again sponsoring
its Annual Ghoul’s Night Out event on Thursday, October 28th from 4 pm to 7 pm. We are
thrilled to be bringing back this ghoulish good time along our Main Street corridor!
Businesses along Main Street, from the west side to the east side will be hosting activities and
handing out Halloween treats to all the children of Whitewater as we usher in the Halloween
weekend. There will be spooky stories at The Book Teller, scarecrow stuffing and bags hosted
by the Whitewater 4-H, a bounce house at Winchester True Value, and so much more! A map
of all the Treat Stops can be found here; we will be updating this as we get more businesses to
join the party! For those families still wishing for socially distanced activities we will be hosting
our Halloween symbol scavenger hunt again this year. Many businesses in Whitewater are
“hiding” a symbol at their location and if you find at least 10 of them you can turn your form
into the Chamber’s office on Thursday, October 28th to pick up a treat and be entered into a
drawing for a great prize!
New this year is a Trunk-or-Treat event being held in the parking lot of the Whitewater
Cinemas. We’ve invited businesses, organizations, and families in Whitewater to participate and
we are hoping for a great turnout of decorated trunks handing out amazing treats! We will have
special visitors, the Whitewater Police Department, sharing some treats from one of the
cruisers. If you or someone you know is interested in participating contact the Chamber to get
on the list of treat trunks or fill out the sign-up form here.
All the spooky details of Ghoul’s Night Out can be found by going to the Chamber’s event
calendar. The Whitewater Area Chamber is so grateful to be part of such a caring, generous,
and vibrant community. We look forward to seeing everyone out and about next Thursday! For
more information about this event or anything Chamber related please contact Kellie Carper,
Exec. Director at (262) 473-4005.
Editor’s note: The following information was provided by the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Jefferson County.
Whitewater High School Key Club will be participating in the Trick or Treat for UNICEF by collecting donations. UNICEF is a global organization that helps children’s charities. This year, our Trick or Treat donations will go to Haiti. Recently, Haiti has been struggling with outbreaks of COVID-19 due to sanitation issues. There was a recent earthquake, which has limited access to clean water. Your donation will help children in Haiti have access to clean drinking water and make a positive impact on their lives.
If you’d like to donate directly to our Whitewater High School Key Club Trick or Treat for UNICEF, you can visit this link: https://unicefusa.donorsupport.co/-/NUEQGPKC
Thank you for your support.
Los estudiantes de Whitewater High School en el club de Key Club, una organización de servicio están participando en “Trick or Treat” para UNICEF. Esté año estamos pidiendo donaciones para UNICEF. UNICEF es una organización mundial que ayuda a organizaciones benéficas para niños. Este año, nuestras donaciones se destinarán a Haití. Recientemente, Haití ha estado luchando con brotes de COVID-19 debido a problemas de saneamiento. Hubo un terremoto reciente, que ha limitado el acceso al agua potable. Su donación ayudará a los niños de Haití a tener acceso a agua potable y tendrá un impacto positivo en sus vidas.
Si quisieron donar directamente a Whitewater High School Key Club Trick or Treat UNICEF, visita a: https://unicefusa.donorsupport.co/-/NUEQGPKC Gracias por su apoyo.
Article Submitted by Colleen Mendez
Whitewater High School Key Club Advisor
cmendez@wwusd.org
Obituaries
In Loving Memory of Kandi Lynn Kincaid (Cardinal)Beloved Daughter, Sister, Mother, Grandmother, and Friend It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kandi Lynn Kincaid, daughter of Eunice and Richard Kincaid, on December 28th at 7 PM. Kandi passed away peacefully in bed, enjoying one of her favorite pastimes—watching crime shows. Kandi was a woman of many passions. She was a devoted fan of the Chicago Bears, found joy in listening to 2Pac, and had an unwavering love for animals, always standing against cruelty of any kind. Her smile could light up a room, and her warmth … Read more
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Dr. George Harold Seeburger, 89, of Lake Mills passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025 at Lilac Springs Assisted Living in Lake Mills. George was born on July 20, 1935 in Phillips, Wisconsin to George and Nellie (Knight) Seeburger. He graduated from Phillips High School and received an undergraduate degree from UW Stevens Point and went on to earn his PhD from the University of Georgia Athens. He was a biology professor at UW Whitewater up until his retirement. George married Nancy Carole Skalitzky on November 6, 1959 in Waukegan, Illinois. Nancy passed on November 13, 2021. They enjoyed traveling … Read more
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William J. “Bill” West, 75, of Whitewater passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at Fort Memorial Hospital in Fort Atkinson. Bill was born on September 8, 1949 to John and Bessie (Sutherland) West in Fort Atkinson. He worked at the University of Wisconsin at Whitewater for twelve years. Bill enjoyed watching the Packers and NASCAR. He is survived by his girlfriend, Sandy Hahn; and many friends and family. A memorial visitation will take place on Thursday, January 16, 2025 from 11 AM until 1 PM at Nitardy Funeral Home, 550 N. Newcomb St., Whitewater, WI 53190. Inurnment will take … Read more
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David Harold Baker Jr., beloved husband, father, stepfather, son, and brother, passed away on December 16, 2024, in Portland, Oregon, at the age of 61. Born on August 10, 1963, in Beaufort, South Carolina, David was the firstborn child of David Baker Sr. and the late Betty Jean Baker (née Wickham) while his father served in the United States Marine Corps. David spent his early years in Wyoming, where the family lived until his parents divorced. In 1976, David moved to Oregon with his father, and he graduated from high school in 1982. Shortly after, he moved to Wisconsin to … Read more
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Allen C. Hicks, 85 of Whitewater passed away on Saturday, January 4th, 2025 at Huntington Memory Care in Janesville. Al, the oldest of seven boys, was born on July 5th, 1939, in Belvidere, Illinois to Walt and Laura (Keller) Hicks. A few years later, the family bought a dairy farm in Whitewater and became very active in the Whitewater community. There was always work to be done or something to be repaired on the farm which led to Al’s lifelong love of tinkering. He was very active in high school sports which continued on into his adult years playing in … Read more
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Jeanette Ila Hansen, 91, Whitewater passed away on December 24, 2024 at Rainbow Hospice Inpatient Center in Johnson Creek, WI, having lived independently almost all her later life. Jeanette was born on May 12, 1933 in Whitewater, WI to Alvin and Maybell (Maasz) Cox. She married Norman Hansen on November 2, 1950 and they were married for 59 years. Jeanette enjoyed fishing, reading, indoor gardening, collecting dolls, and cooking; and she made many beautiful items with crocheting, knitting, and sewing. She was generous and seemed to have a good word to say about almost everyone she met. She especially loved … Read more
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Isaac Richard Unger left the field on Christmas Day, and is now at peace. He was born in Whitewater, WI on April 1st, 1993 to Paul and Mary Jo (née Peiffer) Unger. Isaac was born ten days late on a silly holiday, and lived his life as such–never rushed, and with a lighthearted sense of humor. Isaac graduated from Madison East High School in 2011, and then attended UW-River Falls from 2011-2016, where he studied English and philosophy. Isaac was a sports lover, not only as a spectator, but as a participant. Isaac grew up playing soccer, basketball (Badger Sporting … Read more
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John George Mack passed away into eternal glory on December 24th, 2024. John was born December 1, 1963, in Fort Atkinson, WI to Ronald and Mary Alice (Hanson) Mack of Whitewater. John was a 1982 Whitewater High School graduate. In 1983 just out of high school John started his first wood company selling wholesale through all the major gift markets including Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles and New York. At the time his clients included 8 out of the 10 retail chains and several thousand independent stores nationwide. John had so many wonderful customers and associates. As the wholesale gift market shifted to cheaper overseas … Read more
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Clifford Maynard Witte, age 103, of Whitewater, WI completed his earthly journey on December 24, 2024 in his home surrounded by his loving family. Clifford was born on September 13, 1921 on a farm in Mount Horeb, WI, and was the third child of Ella and Eli Witte. Clifford served his country by joining the Navy in 1942 during WWII, and served alongside his two brothers. Later he used the GI bill to attend Palmer Chiropractic College in Davenport, IA. There he met the love of his life, Beulah (Billie) Ohrberg, and they married on Nov 7, 1946. Shortly after … Read more
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Mary Ann Burkhardt, 79, passed away December 24, 2024, at Edgerton Hospital, surrounded by loved ones following a brief illness. Mary was born on September 14, 1945, in Chicago, IL, to Raymond and Helen (Pasternak) Burkhardt. She attended elementary school in Chicago and Good Counsel Catholic Girls High School, before her family moved to Whitewater where she graduated from WHS in 1963. She worked at Gus’s Pizza Palace, Whitewater Products, and finally, Jones Dairy Farm until her retirement 33 years later. She enjoyed bowling, snowmobiling, boating, golf, riding her motorcycle, and playing softball for the Long Branch Saloon. She was … Read more
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