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Whitewater Unified School District School Board – Monday @ 6:00 p.m. (Closed session) – 7:00 p.m. (Open session)
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
– URL: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85117905403?pwd=ZElNaTZhTHJNblJkWmJNM0psdUNOUT09
– Passcode: 560518
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– Dial-in: 1-312-626-6799
– Webinar ID: 851 1790 5403
– Passcode: 560518
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Closed Session
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7:00 p.m. via Zoom Online Open Session
Agenda (click on “meetings” in upper right corner) includes approval of 2022-23 budget
– URL: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84457153947?pwd=SzdueGowTDR5ZVJubnFlQ0VkQW10Zz09
– Passcode: 686050
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– Dial-in: 1-312-626-6799
– Webinar ID: 844 5715 3947
City of Whitewater Finance Committee – Tuesday @ 4:30 p.m.
Agenda includes 2023 budget timeline
City of Whitewater Municipal Building
Cravath Lakefront Conference Room – 2nd Floor
312 W. Whitewater St.
This will be a blended meeting (both in person and virtual options). To join from your computer, tablet or
smartphone, please use the below link:
https://meet.goto.com/369513277
You can also dial in using your phone.
1 (571) 317-3112
Access Code: 369-513-277
Whitewater University Technology Park Board – Wednesday @ 8:00 a.m.
Conference Rm. 105 (WebEx is optional if desired)
Agenda
Optional: WebEx Connection Information:
https://uww.webex.com/uww/j.php?MTID=m37fc1ab0101d7b8a2ab6f77f722a6480
Meeting number: 2464 751 9042
Password: hPdpHZ3Yg85
Join by phone
1-415-655-0001
Access code: 246 475 19042
For the Whitewater High School JV Girls’ Tennis Team, pink shirts and tennis balls were the color of choice in hosting the Whitewater JV Invitational Tournament.
The event was held at the tennis courts of Whitewater High School and the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater on August 19. Participating in the tournament this year were teams from East Troy, Hartford Union, Beloit Memorial, Jefferson, Lodi, Union Grove, and Westosha Central High School.
WHS Head Coach Baron West along with JV Coach Stacey Hamman would like to thank all of the coaches and players for making this event possible.
Article and Photos Submitted by Greg Stewart
Whitewater High School
gstewart@wwusd.org
As part of the Welcome Week for UW-Whitewater students this Fall, speaker Zach Mercurio will be visiting campus on August 24. He will be giving a presentation on Creating a Culture where Everyone Matters. This presentation is open to all staff and students on campus, as well as the community. There will be free parking in lots 1 & 2 from 9:30-12:30 for this event.
Information Submitted by Stephanie Hartmann
HR Manager – Benefits, Wellness, FMLA
Human Resources & Diversity – Administrative Affairs Division
University of Wisconsin – Whitewater
hartmans@uww.edu
The City of Whitewater has officially contributed a title sponsorship of the Discover Whitewater Series (DWS): Half Marathon, 5K, and W3 Fit Kid Shuffle. Through their help, the DWS is able to host a major running event, give back to local nonprofits, and showcase Whitewater’s picturesque landscape.
The DWS 10th anniversary race is scheduled for Sunday September 18th, 2022. The DWS is truly a team effort that succeeds because of the collaboration of so many community entities including organizations, schools, businesses, and the city itself.
“The City of Whitewater’s title sponsorship truly helps us to reach our goals as we celebrate the 10th anniversary of the race,” said GWC Chairman, Larry Kachel. “With the city’s support, the DWS is able to bring all the largest entities in the Whitewater community together to host this welcoming event.”
Thanks to the city and its contribution to the race, the DWS is able to provide highly coordinated public safety and parking. For the past decade, the City of Whitewater has offered volunteer, police, and financial support that exceeds generosity.
“What we love about this event is that it brings the Whitewater community together all while showcasing our beautiful city,” said Whitewater Common Council member, Lisa Dawsey-Smith. “We are beyond thrilled to partner with the DWS.”
Through this partnership, members of the Whitewater community are given the opportunity to get active, all while celebrating and connecting with one another! To register for the DWS, learn more about race weekend, and connect with sponsors, visit https://RunWhitewater.com/.
About the DWS
The goal of the DWS is to promote the City of Whitewater and highlight its greatest features. The DWS partners with the city, business community, university, and the school district to make this a tremendous event that benefits all who participate. For more information about the race visit runwhitewater.com. For general race inquiries, email info@runwhitewater.com.
For more information about the DWS, contact Jeffery Knight at jpk@knightpublicaffairs.com or 920.728.0662.
Article Submitted by Elena Rolley
Director of Operations, Knight Public Affairs, LLC.
Many people wish to arrange their affairs to live well in their later years, and ensure that their end-of-life plans follow their wishes. Still, it is something that many people find challenging. Planning AHEAD is a new online class from UW-Madison Division of Extension, created to address most aspects of end-of-life planning.
In 1 – 1.5 hour online classes, Extension Educators guide participants through examining health care wishes, financial responsibilities, legal requirements and documentation, distribution of personal property, end-of-life decisions, dealing with grief, and the emotional ramifications of all of the above. The program is designed both for those who want to prepare for their own passing, to make things easier for family members, and for those who have, or are in the process of, losing a loved one and are dealing with the transition. This course features an online planning workbook to help organize the tasks and documents associated with end-of-life decisions.
By working through these sessions, participants find that the financial, healthcare, and other decisions don’t feel so overwhelming. Southern WI residents are invited to join Planning AHEAD, a free online course facilitated by UW-Madison, Division of Extension Educators from Crawford, Grant, Iowa, Kenosha, Racine, Richland and Walworth Counties. Registration is now available here, http://go.wisc.edu/SoAHEAD.
Classes are Tuesdays 9-10:30 am September 13-October 25, 2022. Join the classes from home, as they are held online via zoom, and will include time to check in on how to use this technology during the first class. Questions can be sent to amanda.kostman@wisc.edu or please call the Walworth County Extension office at 262-741-4961 for more information about Planning AHEAD. Check out the program website at https://aging.extension.wisc.edu/programs/planning-ahead/.
Article Submitted by Amanda Kostman
Human Development and Relationships Extension Educator
http://walworth.uwex.edu/
Anyone in Whitewater interested in seeing the August blooms of a Prairie Garden is welcome to take a self-tour of our backyard at 505 East Clay Street on the East side of town, on the North shore of Tripp Lake and next to Clay Street Nature Park.
Please park on the Street. The mosquitoes are not bad this year! Native Americans in Southeastern Wisconsin probably woke up each morning looking at these same perennials.
Article and Photo Submitted by Richard Ehrenberg
richehr@hotmail.com
The Walworth County Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) will offer Welcome to Medicare workshops on Thursday, August 18, at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. This popular educational session will provide information about Medicare for individuals turning 65 years of age, those over 65 and planning to retire, or individuals with disabilities that have received Social Security Disability benefits for 24 months or have End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease).
“It is vitally important that individuals eligible to receive Medicare are aware of the different parts of Medicare, including Part A and Part B, as well as the prescription drug coverage,” says Elder Benefit Specialist Julie Juranek. “Being knowledgeable about premiums and penalties for not having creditable prescription drug coverage will help people make sound choices when exploring available plans.”
The Welcome to Medicare workshops will be held at the Walworth County Health and Human Services building, 1910 County Road NN, Elkhorn. RSVPs are highly recommended by calling (262) 741-3366.
About the Walworth County Aging and Disability Resource Center: The ADRC provides information and assistance to older and disabled adults, their friends, family, caregivers, and the public. We can assist by evaluating your current needs and providing options available to meet the needs of your personal situation.
Article Submitted by Julie Juranek
Health and Human Services, Elder Benefit Specialist
jjuranek@co.walworth.wi.us
The Southern Wakes United Water Ski Show Team will be “Skiing for Sight” to benefit the Whitewater Lions Club on August 20, 2022 at 6:30 pm at the Scenic Ridge Campground located on Whitewater Lake.
There will be 50/50 raffles, gift basket raffles, t-shirt sales and more! All money raised at this event will be donated to Lions Club of Whitewater. So bring your family and friends out for a free night of entertainment, and support a great cause. Hope to see you there!
Article and Images Submitted by Theresa Kluczynski
Events Coordinator, Southern Wakes United Water Ski Show Team
events@southernwakesunited.com
Obituaries
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
Entered God’s Kingdom on Friday, April 3, 2026, age 65. Donna is survived by her cousins, other family and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents James and Lois (Michels) Lyons. Donna was raised in the Church of Nazarene, with her father being the assistant pastor. Religion was very important to Donna. Donna enjoyed working with the students of the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater, where she resided. Donna also loved to travel, visiting France, Italy, and all around the United States. She also loved to paint, cross-stitch, knit, and crochet. She also loved collecting recipes and trying … Read more
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