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Whitewater Varsity Volleyball opened its season Tuesday night, August 27, hosting Burlington Catholic Central, Stoughton, and Sun Prairie in a Quadrangular. Whitewater went 1-2 on the night, beating Burlington Catholic Central (2-0) before falling to Stoughton (1-2) and Sun Prairie East (0-2).
Senior Calli Grosinske led offensively for the Whippets, contributing 17 kills and 17 assists on the evening. Defensively the Whippets were led by senior Ella Spear who picked up 21 balls.
The Whippets continue their play this Friday and Saturday in the UW Whitewater Tournament.
Article Submitted by Caitlin Dowden
Whitewater High School Head Volleyball Coach
dowca01@wwusd.org
The Whippet Girls’ Swim Team opened up their season on Saturday, August 24 at the Tom Lieder Milton Invite. We had many new swimmers competing in their first ever competitive swim meet, and let’s just say with only 2 weeks of practice under their belt they absolutely crushed it!
There were some impressive time drops from our new swimmers from the first-time trial at practice to the meet. In the 50 Freestyle, Caitlin Alford dropped 11 seconds, Maya Davis dropped 7 seconds, Laken DePorter dropped 6 seconds, and Maria Pena dropped 2 seconds. In the 100 Freestyle, Maya Davis dropped 16 seconds, Grace Coleman dropped 10 seconds, and Kendra Serrano dropped 6 seconds!
Finishing in the Top 16 include:
- 200 Medley – Kendra Serrano, Emerson Dunham, Charlotte Hajewski, Lucy Davis (9th)
- 200 IM – Charlotte Hajewski (8th)
- 100 Fly – Georgia Esch (15th)
- 500 FR – Emerson Dunham (2nd) & Charlotte Hajewski (4th)
- 200 FR Relay – Maya Davis, Georgia Esch, Grace Coleman, Laken DePorter (11th)
- 100 Breaststroke- Emerson Dunham (10th)
- 400 FR Relay – Charlotte Hajewski, Kendra Serrano, Lucy Davis, Emerson Dunham (5th)
The Whippet Swimmers are back in action on Thursday, September 5th for Conference Relays. The meet starts at 5:30 pm at Beloit Memorial High School. Hope to see you there!
Article and Photos Submitted by Sarah Reynolds
Whitewater High School Head Swim Coach
ReynoldsSM07@uww.edu
Update 8/27 @ 9:30 a.m.: Anyone wishing to attend the rescheduled picnic who has not made a reservation is welcome to do so by Thursday, August 29. The same goes for any additional car owners who are willing to display their vehicle in exchange for a free lunch (and appreciation.)
The show must go on: “The Fall Guy” will still be shown at 1 p.m.
Mark Dorn writes, “Despite the rescheduling of the SIP picnic and car show to September 3 due to the extreme hot weather, the show will go on!
We will be showing the film, “The Fall Guy,” tomorrow, Tuesday, August 27, at 1 PM at Seniors in the Park.
Come in and cool off and enjoy the movie!
WHS Class of 1999 celebrated their 25th year reunion on August 24, 2024.
Editor’s note: This submission was provided by Jennifer Zamora.
Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman will discuss his 2025-27 budget request and its impact on UW-Whitewater.
Event details: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 27, in Timmerman Auditorium, Hyland Hall.
Rothman has emphasized that Wisconsin ranks 43rd out of 50 states in public support for four-year universities; the budget request is designed to get the state “Up to the Middle” in national rankings.
The budget request:
- Emphasizes talent development through student success services.
- Extends the Wisconsin Tuition Promise to students from families earning up to $71,000 in adjusted gross income.
- Proposes 5 percent and 3 percent general wage increases for staff and faculty, and requests the state fully fund the increases while adding a merit and market pool.
- Invests in innovation, including creation of a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) Hub.
- Preserves accessibility while covering inflationary cost increases.
Please join us for this important discussion.
Editor’s note: The following press release on the budget proposal was received last week.
Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman introduces budget request to get Wisconsin “Up to the Middle”
MADISON, Wis.—Universities of Wisconsin President Jay Rothman today proposed a 2025-27 budget request that would allow the state’s public universities to shed its ranking of 43rd of 50 states in public funding and reach the national median.
The two-year request will be presented to the Board of Regents on Thursday. If approved, the request will go to Gov. Tony Evers for consideration in his 2025-27 budget proposal. Editor’s note: The Board of Regents unanimously approved the budget request on August 22.
“It’s time Wisconsin escapes the Bottom 10 in public funding and gets Up to the Middle,” Rothman said. “This budget request will spur innovation in research and teaching, make a degree more affordable for our students most in need, develop talent by focusing on student success, preserve accessibility, and ensure quality.”
Rothman added that under this proposal, he would not recommend tuition increases over the period covered by the biennial budget. Additionally, the funding increase would help preserve branch campus access points for students throughout the state.
Wisconsin ranks 43rd of 50 states in public funding of four-year higher education, according to the latest State Higher Education Finance report by the State Higher Education Executive Officers Association (SHEEO). The figure includes state funding and tuition.
By comparison, surrounding states rank 1 (Illinois), 3 (Michigan), 9 (Iowa), and 10 (Minnesota).
“We won’t win the War for Talent if we don’t get Up to the Middle,” Rothman said. “We’re falling behind after years of neglect, and this budget seeks to address that trend.”
Rothman said it would take an additional $457 million annually to reach the median of states, under the SHEEO report. Among the key features of the proposed budget:
- Emphasizes talent development through student success services.
- Extends the Wisconsin Tuition Promise to students from families earning up to $71,000 in adjusted gross income.
- Proposes 5 percent and 3 percent general wage increases for staff and faculty, and requests the state fully fund the increases while adding a merit and market pool.
- Invests in innovation, including creation of a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) Hub.
- Preserves accessibility while covering inflationary cost increases.
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The National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan Weather Forecast Office has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for Monday from 1:00 – 7:00 p.m. Walworth, Jefferson and Rock Counties are included in the expected hot and humid conditions. Heat and humidity are expected to continue into Tuesday, though perhaps not quite as extreme, with the potential for some cooling if there are storms.
Residents who don’t have air conditioning may wish to seek out a cool place such as the library, which is open until 8:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday.
City Market Canceled
Lisa Dawsey Smith, Downtown Whitewater Board Chair, stated in a Sunday afternoon announcement, “This is much earlier than I would be considering any weather implications for our upcoming market but given the … message issued by the National Weather service please note that the Tuesday market is Cancelled. Please take care of yourselves and stay safe over the next two days. Thank you all for your efforts in making the market a success week after week, year over year.”
Gwynne Sahyun, from Whitewater, graduated from Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) in Spring 2024. Sahyun received a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering .
Milwaukee School of Engineering (www.msoe.edu) is the university of choice for those seeking an inclusive community of experiential learners driven to solve the complex challenges of today and tomorrow. The independent, non-profit university has about 2,800 students and was founded in 1903. MSOE offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees in engineering, business and nursing. Faculty are student-focused experts who bring real-world experience into the classroom. This approach to learning makes students ready now as well as prepared for the future. Longstanding partnerships with business and industry leaders enable students to learn alongside professional mentors, and challenge them to go beyond what’s possible. MSOE graduates are leaders of character, responsible professionals, passionate learners and value creators.
City of Whitewater Urban Forestry Commission – Monday @ 5:30 p.m.
Agenda includes Upkeep of the Arboretum and Discuss and possible action on placing additional Purple Martin Houses in the Community.
Cravath Lakefront room 2nd floor 312 West Whitewater St
*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.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84422777264
Meeting ID: 844 2277 7264
Or dial 312-626-6799
Whitewater Unified School District Staff Kick-Off – Tuesday @ 8:00 p.m.
Members of the Whitewater School Board will be attending the 2024 WUSD Staff Kick-Off at Whitewater High School on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 beginning at 8:00 am. A quorum of the School Board may be present; however, the Board will not be conducting any business during the event.
City of Whitewater Lakes Advisory Committee – Wednesday @ 4:30 p.m.
Agenda includes Discussion and possible action on Clay Street Nature Park Resident Concern, Discussion and possible action on Together for Healthy Lakes Summit- October 2, 2024, Discussion and possible action regarding SEWRPC Recap of Trippe and Cravath Lake Plant and Shoreline Inventory, Discussion and possible action regarding 2025 Dredge Inquiry
Cravath Lakefront room 2nd floor 312 West Whitewater St
*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 link below to join the webinar:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83198282604?pwd=cDdLWjUvTTRqRUQ4UVcwQWcrcW1BUT09
Telephone: +1 (312) 626-6799 US
Webinar ID: 831 9828 2604
Passcode: 137945
City of Whitewater Finance Committee Meeting – Wednesday @ 6:30 p.m.
Agenda includes Discussion of Updated License and Permit Fee Schedule
Cravath Lakefront room 2nd floor 312 West Whitewater St
*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.
You are invited to a Zoom webinar.
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
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Passcode: 946608
Telephone: +1 312 626 6799 US
Webinar ID: 861 3712 1258
Passcode: 946608
Obituaries
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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James Trier, Whitewater, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at Edgerton Hospital. A Mass of Christian Burial will be on held on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00 pm at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Whitewater. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Whitewater. Friends may call at the church on Saturday from 1:00 pm until the time of the service. A full obituary will follow. Nitardy Funeral Home, Whitewater is assisting the family.
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