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“I, Greg Majkrzak, am excited to announce my intention to run for the Whitewater City Council at-large position in the upcoming April election. I care deeply about our community and want to contribute to making it an even better place for all residents.
During my previous tenure as Alderperson for District 5, I worked diligently to serve my constituents by crafting and modifying ordinances to enhance Whitewater’s quality of life. Through collaborative efforts with city leadership, staff, legal counsel, and law enforcement, I spearheaded the successful passage of an ordinance permitting the use of golf carts and UTVs within city limits. As a member of the Finance Committee, I exercised fiscal responsibility by holding the council accountable to the established budget and seeking explanations for any budgetary deviations. In council meetings, I made it a priority to recognize and allow time for public comment so that all perspectives could be heard. My record demonstrates a commitment to transparency, fiscal prudence, public service, and policymaking that benefits all Whitewater residents.
In observing recent council meetings and trends, I believe there are opportunities for improvement in how the council collaborates, communicates, and conducts city business in a transparent manner.
If elected, my top priorities for the council will be:
Empowering the City Manager to effectively lead operations by focusing the council’s efforts on high-level governance through policymaking, rather than day-to-day administrative decision-making.
Working collaboratively with stakeholders to advance tangible, achievable solutions to Whitewater’s housing needs, including affordable housing and a diverse mix of housing options.
Promoting transparency, consistency, efficiency, and clarity in council and committee meetings through adherence to best practices for public deliberation and decision-making.
When you see my name, Greg Majkrzak, on the ballot next spring, please vote for me.”
This is a huge estate sale! The entire house will be available this weekend. Six bedrooms, an office, a sunroom, three family rooms, two car garage, laundry room, work room, two bathrooms, and storage area!!
N7545 Esker Ct
Whitewater, WI 53190
Thurs., Oct. 19 – 10-4,
Fri. & Sat., Oct. 20 & 21 9-4 both days
See pictures at http://shestatesales.com/sales.
The month of October has long been the month of the year women are reminded to screen for breast cancer. Fort HealthCare is pleased to announce multiple walk-in mammogram screening clinic opportunities not only in October but throughout the year:
- “Screening Saturday” will take place on October 21st from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Beauty and The Bean coffee camper will be onsite. You will receive a same-day voucher for a free beverage with your mammogram.
- “Walk-in Wednesdays” will take place the first Wednesday of every month from 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The walk-in clinics will be held at Fort HealthCare Radiology located on the first floor of Fort Memorial Hospital, 611 Sherman Avenue East in Fort Atkinson. No appointment or provider referral is required. Patients will be seen on a first come, first serve basis. You won’t need to be an existing FHC patient. Please bring your current insurance cards with you. Screening vouchers will be available to those without coverage.
Eligibility Requirements: - Be 40 years of age or older
- Not have had a mammogram, breast biopsy or breast surgery in the past year
- Not have had breast cancer in the last 2 years
- Not have breast implants
- Not have any current breast problems or concerns
The Whitewater Girl’s Swim Team competed in their final dual meet against Beloit Memorial on Tuesday (10/17). The team left with some best times as we enter into championship season.
Some best times include:
- Maggie Maas – 200 Freestyle (2:26.48) and 100 Freestyle (1:07.21)
- Charlotte Hajewski- 200 IM (2:51.87) with an impressive finish!
- Lucy Davis – 200 IM by dropping 13 whole seconds (3:08.63) and 100 Backstroke (1:36.29)
- Sanibel Fox-Simes – 50 Freestyle (50.85) and 100 Freestyle by dropping 4 seconds (1:50.45)
- Adalynn Frye – 50 Freestyle (34.79)
- Makayla Bazeley- 100 Backstroke (1:00.99) which improves her time in the Whippets Top 10!
- Emerson Dunham – 50 Freestyle (30.20)
- Marijose Verduzco – 100 Freestyle (1:26.33) and 100 Backstroke by dropping 4 seconds (1:34.88)
- Atreya Wilson – 500 Freestyle by dropping 18 seconds (7:46.01)
- Georgia Esch – 200 Freestyle dropping 4 seconds (2:53.56)
The Swim Team is back in the pool on Saturday, October 21, at UW-Platteville. We hope to see you all as we head into our championship season.
Article and Photo Submitted by Sarah Reynolds
Whitewater High School Head Swim Coach
sreynolds@wwusd.org
12th seeded Whitewater Volleyball team lost to 5th seeded Stoughton in the first round of regionals (7-25, 12-25, 14-25) on Tuesday, October 17.
We tried a different line up after losing the first two sets to see if we could get some momentum, and we certainly hung with them the first half of set three, but then costly service and serve receive errors cost us several points and we couldn’t recover.
Zoe Kohl was called upon to play a 6 rotation outside in set three, and added 2 kills in that set to go with her 3 digs. Ava Alvarado was asked to change up her defensive position in set three. Both players did their jobs. I was pleased with Ava’s defensive presence on the court. She passed a 2.5 on the night and added 5 digs. Ava has certainly grown in her confidence and has held steady for us all year. She has a great volleyball IQ and definitely became a leader in the backcourt.
Statistical leaders on the night included Calli Grosinske with 8 kills and 11 digs, Falyn Krahn with 3 kills and 4 digs, Ella Spear with 1 ace and 2 digs, and Marina Linos with 7 assists, 2 aces, and a block. Manny Mbifi added 1 block on the night as well.
This was the final match as a Whippet for our four seniors Manny Mbifi, Meg Roselle, Marina Linos, and Aidyn Amundson. These seniors were exemplary leaders on and off the court. They certainly set a high standard for our younger players about team culture, work ethic, and dedication. They came day in and day out giving their all to this team and program, and certainly have grown into fine student athletes over the last four years. They will all be deeply missed by this program.
Article Submitted by Mary Kilar
Whitewater High School Head Volleyball Coach
mkilar@wwusd.org
Update 10/18 @ 3 p.m.: Name identifications added to the formal photos at the bottom of the post. Several additional photos of the dinner were also added.
The WHS class of 1973 held their 50th reunion at the UW-Whitewater Community Engagement Center on September 9. Photos are courtesy of Tom Ganser.
Tour of What WAS
In 1973 the high school was located in today’s middle school.
Senior Stairs
Dinner
Row 1 (Bottom row)
Alice (Rich) Schwarz, Robert Rowley, Mike Piper, Bruce McGraw, Joseph DeMott, Cynthia (Cuff) Cornwell, Lois (Beattie) Gray, Pat (Peck) Bromley, Peg Pomplin, Barbara (Ludeman) Frieberg, Lynn (Messerschmidt) Dickey, Kathi (Swenson) Werner, Mark Burrows
Row 2
John Stachowski, Jim Lawrence, Dan Bonk, Richard King, Brian Fehly, Clay Van De Bogart, Karen Kent, Joe Suchanek, Randy Crosby, Meredith (Misener) Crosby, Ed Steck, Ray Welter, George Behrens, Gregg Theune, Ardin Hammersted
Row 3
Connie (Ardelt) Foerster, Nancy (Duffin) Nugen, Tom Stanek, Francis (Street) Stanek, Becky (Nugent) Lippencott, Mary Holden, Debra (Roe) Borden, Joyce (Riggs) Hutchinson, Deborah (McLay) Meyer, Karen Luther, Kathy (Davison) Colwell, Debra (Poehler) Griffins, Donna (Taylor) Allenstein, Ann (Platner) Woods, LouAnn (Kettwig) Curran, David Nash
Row 4
Roger Roehl, Debra (Gerner) Ferguson, Melodie (Nass) Flewelling, Rebecca Ludeman, Janet (Bromley) Olson, Sue (Hookstead) Meyer, Clay Van De Bogart, Clayton Farrell, Joe Suchanek, Robert Ochs, Ray Gavitt, Mike Frawley, Katherine (White) Hitchcock, Nancy (Schaefer) Evans, Sue Joliffee
“Wedding Dresses of Whitewater, Past & Present”
Models and Displays
Refreshments include finger sandwiches, petit fours, bars, fruit cups, Kransekake (Norwegian wedding cake), mints, coffee, tea, and punch
Everyone is invited!
Free will donation
Online ticket purchases may be made at bethelhouseinc.org through October 20.
Reservations may be purchased at bethelhouseinc.org through Friday, October 20.
Obituaries
Lawrence “Larry” C. Hartung, a proud Marine Veteran of the Vietnam War, and longtime resident of Fort Atkinson, WI, passed away peacefully at his home on May 1, 2026. Larry was born June 7th, 1949, to Levon and Charles Hartung in Chicago, IL. Larry enlisted in the US Marine Corps in 1968 and served 3 consecutive tours in the Vietnam War. During this time, he became pen pals with his future wife, Candy, via a connection through his father. In 1970, he came home on leave to marry Candy. They celebrated 55 years of marriage on October 31st, 2025. During … Read more
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
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