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The 12th Annual Whitewater Collects takes place on Sunday, March 15 from 1 PM – 4 PM at the Cravath Lakefront Community Center in Whitewater. This popular event, hosted by the Whitewater Historical Society, is free and open to the public. In addition to viewing the collections of Whitewater-area collectors, the public is invited to bring up to two antique/vintage items for evaluation by noted auctioneer, Carol Miller, owner of Bailey’s Honor Auction and Estate Services, LLC.
Collections being displayed this year include pre-war train sets, paperweights, glass birds, Fort Atkinson memorabilia, marbles, 4th of July Milwaukee Brewers caps, antique English Doulton Lambeth pottery, Japanese lacquer trinket boxes, cabinet photos, Delavan memorabilia, antique and contemporary quilts, sewing items, Rinconada figurines, brass carburetors, Lucy and Me bears, steins, decanters, cameras, 1950’s-60’s model cars, nativity sets and memorabilia of the Heart Prairie Norwegian Methodist Episcopal Church.
For more information, contact Jan Goder at jgoder1976@gmail.com or 262-949-0644.
Blackhawk Technical College will host an exciting, high-level wheelchair basketball game featuring some of the nation’s most talented adaptive athletes, including Paralympians, as the Wisconsin Adaptive Sports Association (WASA) Marquette Golden Eagles defending national team takes on the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Warhawks Men’s wheelchair basketball team.
The game is free and open to the public and promises a fast-paced, competitive showcase of elite athleticism, teamwork, and inclusion. Fans of all ages are encouraged to attend and experience the intensity and skill of wheelchair basketball at its highest level.
“This event is about more than just a game,” said Emily Oberst, WASA Community Outreach Director. “It’s an opportunity to celebrate inclusion, challenge perceptions of disability, and showcase the incredible athleticism of wheelchair basketball. Whether you’re a lifelong sports fan or brand new to adaptive sports, this is an experience you won’t forget.”
The event also serves as an educational and community-building opportunity, exposing spectators to adaptive athletics and reinforcing the message that sport is for everyone.
Event Details: WASA Champ Marquette Golden Eagles v. UWW Warhawks Wheelchair Basketball Exhibition Game
Where: Blackhawk Technical College, 6004 S County Rd G, Janesville WI
When: Saturday, February 28, 6:30 pm – Admission: Free
About WASA – WASA’s mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with physical or sensory disabilities through the power of adaptive sport, recreation, fitness, and education. WASA programs impact health, independence and rehabilitation – transforming lives and empowering individuals in their daily living.
About University of Wisconsin-Whitewater – We inspire, engage and transform lives. Founded in 1868, we serve more than 12,000 students and celebrate more than 100,000 alumni around the world. Our faculty and staff are devoted to student success on our Whitewater campus, our Rock County campus, and our vibrant online environment. We prepare innovative, resilient students with outstanding skills that make them strong candidates for 21st-century careers and community leadership. We embrace our priority mission to serve students with disabilities. Home to the Warhawk family, UW-Whitewater delivers a supportive, caring culture with an entrepreneurial spirit and championship drive.
About Blackhawk Technical College – Blackhawk Technical College, one of 16 colleges under the Wisconsin Technical College System, serves students and employers in Rock and Green counties with campuses in Janesville and Monroe, Wisconsin. The College has more than 6,000 credit and noncredit students enrolled in more than 70 programs. Based in Janesville, Wisconsin, it has provided education and training to area students and employers since 1912. Find out more at blackhawk.edu.
The Whitewater Community Foundation is now accepting applications for Spring Community Action Grants. Grants will be awarded to local non-profit organizations actively working to support the greater Whitewater community with educational, cultural, charitable and benevolent projects that will benefit and improve the community.
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. The deadline for submitting applications is April 30, 2026.
Virginia Coburn, WCF Board Member who chairs the Community Action Grant Selection Committee, said, “I’m inspired by the number of local organizations sponsoring programs and projects to benefit the community. The Foundation has given grants to The Community Space, Whitewater Food Pantry, Bethel House, First United Methodist Church, St. Patrick Catholic Church, Whitewater Rescue Squad and many more. I invite you to read the pages on our website to see if one of your projects is eligible for an action grant.”
Organizations interested in pursuing a Whitewater Community Foundation Action Grant should check out the Foundation website at https://whitewatercommunityfoundation.org/?s=Action+Grants or contact Ginny Coburn at virginiacoburn@coburn.com for more information.
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 https://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 above was provided by The Whitewater Community Foundation.
The Whitewater Boys’ Basketball Team celebrated a successful Parents’ Night with a 73-62 victory over Delavan-Darien, Friday, February 20th. Whitewater used excellent shooting (45% from the three-point line and 49% overall) and a harassing defense to hold off the Comets and notch our fourth straight win.
The Whippets took control of the game by building a ten-point lead, 30-20, with five minutes left in the half. Although Delavan cut it to 38-32 at the half and to 38-35 early in the second half, they could get no closer. Whitewater built the lead back to seven points, 42-35, at the 14-minute mark and maintained a 7 to 12-point lead for the rest of the game.
Whitewater was led by our two seniors, Casey Lyon with 26 points and 11 rebounds and Matt Carollo with 21 points and 9 rebounds. Aaron Garcia chipped in with nine of his 13 points in the first half and Connor Brummeyer helped finish off the Comets with all 7 of his points in the second half.
The Whippets are now 10-12 overall, with two final conference games this week-At East Troy on Monday, February 23rd and at home on Thursday, February 26th for Senior Night against Monroe. Whitewater will travel to Columbus on Tuesday, March 3rd, to begin tournament play.
Article Submitted by Dwayne Lange
Whitewater High School Assistant Boys’ Basketball Coach
The Whitewater Boys’ Wrestling teams have seen their 2025-2026 season come to a close sooner than they would have liked as they participated in the Division 2 Sectional Tournament at Wilmot Union.
The boys battled through lots of adversity going into the tournament going through some illnesses. The coaching staff was very pleased with the effort throughout the day as all those present performed to the best of their abilities on the given day.
Gabe Crane (132) led the way with a 3rd place finish. The immediate result was disappointing for Gabe as he had high aspirations of qualifying for the state tournament but came up one place short. The positive of the day was the fact that Gabe was definitely not 100% and after an early loss he could have used it as an excuse and just cashed in the season. He battled hard and was able to fight through his matches finishing 3-1 on the day with 3 pins. Gabe finished the season with 28 pins, one shy of tying the school record for pins in a season.
Coming in 4th place included George Christon (106) and Brady Friend (138). Each of these young men had tough losses in the quarterfinals but came back through on the backside with a couple of much needed wins to get into the 3rd place match. Both of them wrestled hard in the final match but came up on the losing end.
Austin Retzlaff (215) had some nice wins on the day, including two against a very tough opponent in the last match for him. Austin finished the day in 5th place winning the last match by a technical fall.
Trevor Piper (190) continued to show his improvement that he has shown the last few weeks of the season. He was able to avenge an earlier season loss in the wrestle back match which really had him excited as it justified his hard work in the room was paying off. At the end of the day Trevor finished in sixth place.
Closing out the placements for Whitewater was Deavion Olson (HWT). Deavion wrestled very well in his last high school tournament having two very close matches against opponents who had defeated him earlier in the season. Olson was able to finish out his high school career with a win by pinning his opponent in the 7th place match.
Although the last couple of outings for the Whippets were not what was hoped for the team, they had a great season considering their youth. They won the Whitewater and Clinton Invites and finished as Co-Champions of the Rock Valley Conference “Valley” Division in duals.
Article Submitted by John Schimming
Whitewater High School Head Wrestling Coach
jschimming@wwusd.org
The LWV Whitewater Area is proud to announce that it will sponsor two candidate forums in March in advance of the April 7th Spring Election.
Whitewater Common Council Candidate Forum
Saturday, March 7, 1:30PM – 3:00PM
Whitewater City Hall Council Chambers, 312 W Whitewater Street
There are three open seats on the Council with two candidates running for each seat. The candidates are: Aldermanic District 2 (Wards 9 & 10) Gavin Kelleher and Sean Liebherr; Aldermanic District 4 (Wards 6, 7 & 8) Brian Schanen (incumbent) and Chuck Mills; and, Member at Large Aubrey Thompson and Orin Smith. All candidates have agreed to attend the forum.
WUSD School Board Candidate Forum
Saturday, March 14, 1:00PM – 2:30PM
Whitewater City Hall Council Chambers, 312 W Whitewater Street
There are three open seats on the School Board and four candidates. The candidates are: Stephanie Hicks (incumbent), Lisa Huempfner (incumbent), Christy Linse (incumbent), and Terri Jones. All candidates have agreed to attend the forum.
The League sponsors candidate forums for the benefit of YOU, the voter. At the forum, you will be asked to write your questions on cards distributed by the League. Questions are reviewed by question checkers, who sort them by topic and check for redundancy. We do not accept questions targeted to specific candidates. Questions prepared by the League board will be used only if there are not enough questions provided by residents in attendance at the forum.
Both forums will be moderated by League member Karl Brown, Associate Professor of History at UW-Whitewater.
City of Whitewater Urban Forestry Commission – Monday @ 5:30 p.m.
Agenda
Cravath Lakefront room 2nd floor 312 West Whitewater Str, Whitewater, WI, 53190
*In Person and Virtual
Citizens are welcome (and encouraged) to join our webinar via computer, smart phone, or telephone.
Citizen participation is welcome during topic discussion periods.
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City of Whitewater Police & Fire Commission – Monday @ 6:00 p.m.
Agenda
Whitewater Municipal Building Community Room,
312 West Whitewater St., Whitewater, WI 53190
*In Person and Virtual
Citizens are welcome (and encouraged) to join our webinar via computer, smart phone, or telephone.
Citizen participation is welcome during topic discussion periods.
Please click the below link to join the meeting
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Phone Number: 1-929-229-5663 Phone Conference ID: 359 534 838#
Whitewater Unified School District School Board =- Monday @ 6:00 p.m.
Agenda (click on “meetings” in upper right corner) includes A. Resolution Establishing Parameters for the Sale of Not to Exceed $15,575,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes; B. WUSD 2024-25 Audit Report; .C. Referendum Update; D. UWW Childrens Center and Whitewater Unified Partnership; .E. Strategic Planning Update
Whitewater High School Library
534 South Elizabeth Street, Whitewater, Wisconsin
6:00 p.m.
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6:00 p.m. via Zoom Online
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City of Whitewater Finance Committee – Tuesday @ 5:00 p.m.
Agenda includes Review and discussion of status of the Innovation Center and the Early Childhood
Education and Childcare Center (ECEC) project; Review and possible action on Development Agreement with Whitewater Alpha Real Estate, LLC; and Discussion on moving garbage and recycling services to a special charge.
Cravath Lakefront room 2nd floor 312 West
Whitewater Str, Whitewater, WI, 53190 *In Person
and Virtual
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Citizen participation is welcome during topic discussion periods.
Microsoft Teams meeting
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City of Whitewater Lakes Advisory Committee – Wednesday @ 4:00 p.m.
Agenda
Cravath Lakefront room 2nd floor 312 West
Whitewater Str, Whitewater, WI, 53190 *In Person
and Virtual
Wednesday, February 25, 2026 – 4:00 PM
Citizens are welcome (and encouraged) to join our webinar via computer, smart phone, or telephone.
Citizen participation is welcome during topic discussion periods.
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Microsoft Teams meeting
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The Whitewater Girls’ Wrestling teams have seen their 2025-2026 season come to a close sooner than they would have liked.
The girls defended their Rock Valley Conference title in Edgerton outdistancing runner-up Jefferson. The Whippets put six girls into the finals with two claiming RVC Titles and had three more bring home a bronze medal.
Ema Aranda (107) and Emma Maas (114) led the way for the Whippets bringing home the Gold medal, both securing pins in their championship matches. This was the first RVC title for both ladies.
Reaching the finals with two wins leading up to the final match and securing runner-up were Isabelle Cantu (100), Kora Davis (126), Storm De Porter (132), and Madi Kubicz (185). Each of these ladies wrestled their hearts out in the final match but came up short. Likely the most exciting match of the evening for the tournament (also being the last match of the evening) was Kubicz who dropped a tough 5-4 match in overtime.
Coming in third place and having great performances throughout the tournament closing out the evening with a victory and making it onto the podium were Berma Vubumu (145), Aubrey Fuoco (152), and Payton Taylor (165). These girls had tough losses at some point of the tournament but were able to come back through and reach the podium.
Congratulations on a great performance for the entire Whippet Girls Program in defending their RVC title. They should be proud of the great accomplishment.
The girls’ team put together a very nice ending to their season, finishing in 2nd place at their regional tournament only falling to Milton by 24 points who had five champions on their way to their regional title. In order to advance to the Girls’ Sectional Tournament the girls needed to finish in the top two at their respective weight classes. Isabelle Cantu (100), Ema Aranda (107), and Payton Taylor (165) each finished in second place to advance to the Kettle Moraine Sectional. Just missing out on qualifying and finishing in 3rd place included Emma Maas (114), Silvia Harris (126), Storm De Porter (132), and Marianna Kubicz (185). Each of these ladies were 3-1 on the evening however are unable to advance in the tournament series, but that does not mean they did not have a great tournament!
On Friday night, February 20, the 3 qualifiers traveled to Kettle Moraine to participate in the sectional tournament with the top two girls advancing to the State Tournament in Madison. Cantu (100) and Aranda (107) had a couple of tough draws for their opening round, each losing their match. Based on the setup of the sectional tournament if you lose in the first round then you are eliminated. Payton Taylor (165) had a very nice tournament, getting two pins to start off the tournament and seeing her advance to the championship against a familiar foe from Delavan-Darien. Payton lost in the championship and because she had not wrestled the girl who took 3rd she had to have a wrestle back to hold her spot. It is tough to come off a loss in the championship and Payton wrestled hard but unfortunately lost the match thus taking 3rd place and just missing out on the state tournament qualification.
All of the girls should be proud of their accomplishments over the course of the season. They defended their Rock Valley Conference Championship and were runner ups in the regional tournament against a very good Milton team. Each of the girls showed a lot of heart all season long, some battling through injuries yet still competing the best that they could.
Best of luck to our exiting seniors; Isabelle Cantu (100), Silvia Harris (126), and Atreya Wilson (138). All three of these ladies have been an integral part of the development of the Girls Wrestling Program at Whitewater High School.
Article Submitted by John Schimming
Whitewater High School Head Wrestling Coach
jschimming@wwusd.org
Obituaries
Leo E. Wurzer, 65, of Eagle, Wisconsin passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at his home. Leo was born on April 15, 1961 in Kenosha, Wisconsin to Cyril and Shirley (McNeil) Wurzer. He grew up between Pleasant Prairie and Antigo, spending his childhood summers on his uncle’s farm where he discovered his love for all things tractors. Although he never had a farm of his own, he was able to partially fulfill his dream by working as a driver for Robin’s Trucking in Whitewater, WI in his last days and collecting miniature Tonka toys. He began his career … Read more
Lois Cummings, 99, of Fond du Lac, WI (formerly of Janesville, WI, Fort Atkinson, WI, Fountain Hills, AZ, and Green Valley, AZ) passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026 at the Meadows Senior Residence in Fond du Lac surrounded by family. Lois was born on February 17, 1927 in Fort Atkinson to Edward and Clarice (Roseth) Stevens. The middle child of 9 children, she attended Fort Atkinson schools and graduated in 1944. On September 11, 1948 Lois married Grant Cummings at Saint Andrew Catholic Church in Delavan, WI. Together they had 3 children, Gary, Colleen (Tom) Sabel, and Patty (Paul) … Read more
Come celebrate William Kincaid’s Celebration of Life on Saturday, May 30th at 1 pm at Trippe Lake Park Pavillion in Whitewater. He truly enjoyed gatherings where his favorite foods and music could be enjoyed with some of his closest friends and family. We will honor him by carrying on one of his favorite traditions. Please bring your own beverages and chairs. There is limited seating. See you all there!
Gladys Jean (Riley) Hildebrandt, age 89, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 23, 2026. Gladys was born on December 26, 1936, in Whitewater, Wisconsin, to Theresa Egnoski Riley. She was married to Walter Sobolik Sr., and later married James A. Hildebrandt in 1976. Gladys was a hardworking woman who spent her life caring for others. She worked in school kitchens, restaurants, factories, and cleaning services. She concluded her working career as a full-time nanny. In that role, she lovingly cared for Andrew, Daniel, and Kaitlyn Drzewiecki, who became part of her chosen family. Gladys is survived by her sons, Wally … Read more
WHITEWATER – Nan Rowley died on April 15, 2026, at the age of 90. She was born on September 4, 1935, in a little house on the prairie in the Town of Johnstown, Wisconsin, the daughter of Wayne L. Wilbur and Florence (McQuillen) Wilbur. Nan attended primary schools in the towns of Johnstown and Richmond and in the City of Whitewater. Nan graduated with honors from Whitewater City High School. On June 19, 1954, Nancy and Ken Rowley were united in marriage in Whitewater and went to live on the Rowley family farm in Richmond. Over the years, Nan served … Read more
Marion H. Gorniak (nee Pfeiffer), 74, of Whitewater passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 11, 2026. She was born on October 24, 1951, to the late Harvey and Loraine (nee Drifke) Pfeiffer in Fort Atkinson, WI. On June 2, 1969, she was united in marriage to Alan Gorniak. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, and cooking, especially her rhubarb pies. She especially enjoyed spending time with family and friends and will be missed by all who knew her. Those Marion leaves behind to cherish her memory include her husband, Alan Gorniak; stepson, Alan Bauer; sister, Sue Ann Schultz, other relatives and friends. … Read more
Ruth Irene (Phelps) Justis, 88, of Appleton City, Missouri, passed away Friday morning, April 10, 2026, at the Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg, MO, with her family by her side. Ruth was born June 3, 1937 in Janesville, Wisconsin, to Charles and Ada Mae (Maly) Phelps. She joined the Marine Corps in 1956. During her time there, she met and married her husband, Forest Wayne “Wayne” Justis in 1957. They shared 62 years of marriage and to this union, 2 children, Charles and Dorene, were born. Ruth grew up in Whitewater, WI., the oldest of three children. Ruth graduated from … Read more
Dorothy C. Kau, age 101, of Eagle, Wisconsin passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at Fort Memorial Hospital. Dorothy was born on March 18, 1925 in Eagle on the family farm, the daughter of John and Katherine (Faestel) VonRueden. Dorothy was a 1942 graduate of Palmyra High School. On May 21, 1949, Dorothy was united in marriage to Alvin E. Kau at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Eagle and the Lord blessed their union with 8 children. Alvin and Dorothy enjoyed 50 years of marriage together until Alvin’s death in the year 2000. Dorothy enjoyed being a farm … Read more
Dorothy E. McCracken, 95, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025, in Sarasota, Florida. Born on April 14, 1930, in Whitewater, Wisconsin, to Carl and Joyce Meyer, Dorothy grew up in Whitewater and graduated from Whitewater High School. She then worked for a photographer and hand painted his first colored portraits, until she got married. She and her first husband, Bernard Wafle, owned and operated a 179-acre dairy farm in Helenville, Wisconsin, for 25 years before relocating to Ocala, Florida, in 1979. Dorothy later married Earl McCracken, in Ocala, Fl. She also shared a special companionship later in life with … Read more
Carol Ann Seebruch, 88 of Whitewater passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, April 3, 2026. Carol was born July 12, 1937 in Chicago IL to William and Ann Borovec. She married Marvin Seebruch on June 9, 1984. Carol and Marvin enjoyed traveling the United States making it to 48 of the 50 states. She also enjoyed her time with the Red Hat Ladies. She loved taking pictures of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Carol is survived by her three children; Bill Anderson of Fort Atkinson, WI, Terri Laban of Whitewater, WI, and Donna (Mike) Jones of Crivitz, WI. She … Read more
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