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Editor’s note: This announcement was provided by the Whitewater Public Library. In case of inclement weather this event will be moved inside.
Johnathan Stallman is a WUL Hometown Hero, and has been nominated by Maryann Zimmerman “For supporting Whitewater area 4-H youth by participating in and contributing to the fair meat auctions, helping young people see the value of their hard work; for offering his construction services free of charge after the recent storm damage; and for establishing a scholarship at Whitewater High School for seniors who wish to pursue careers in the trades or start their own businesses.”
Following is the full nomination from Maryann:
“Johnathan is a local business owner who consistently demonstrates what it means to be community-minded. He actively and specifically supports Whitewater area 4-H youth by participating in and contributing to the fair meat auctions, helping young people see the value of their hard work.
More recently, during the storms that impacted our area last week, Johnathan stepped up in a remarkable way. Despite experiencing damage to his own property, he offered his construction services free of charge to community members who were affected. That kind of selflessness speaks volumes about his character.
In addition, Johnathan has invested in the future of our community by establishing a scholarship at Whitewater High School. This scholarship supports seniors who wish to pursue careers in the trades or start their own businesses—paths that are essential to the strength and sustainability of our local economy.
Johnathan is a young man with a young family, and he quietly gives back without seeking recognition. That, in my opinion, is exactly what makes him so deserving of this honor.”
WUL (Whitewater Unites Lives) is a locally-focused civil and human rights group that works to connect the people in our community and to create opportunities for all people to learn and support each other in our common humanity.
Anyone who would like to nominate a local hero of any age should send their nomination, with a short description, to whitewaterunites@gmail.com
Editor’s Note: The above was provided by Whitewater Unites Lives.
Steve Watson writes:
Coots have returned.
Isn’t that a coot butt?
What are you looking at?
Our thanks to Steve Watson for these great photos which were taken on April 16.
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Updated 5/11/26 @ 11:20 p.m. to add WUSD governance workshop on Thursday.
City of Whitewater Plan & Architectural Review Meeting – Monday @ 6:00 p.m.
Agenda includes Discussion and possible approval of a Conditional Use Permit for Automotive Sales and Repair shop for Jordan Green. Located at 415 E Main Street; Discussion and possible approval for a Conditional Use Permit for Outside Storage and
Site Plan Review to be located at Howard Road and Greenway Court.
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.
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City of Whitewater Public Works Committee Meeting – Tuesday @ 5:15 p.m.
Agenda includes Discussion and Possible Action regarding electric scooter use in other University cities.
Cravath Lakefront Room, 2nd Floor
312 W. Whitewater St.,
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City of Whitewater Police and Fire Commission Meeting – Tuesday @ 6:00 p.m.
Agenda includes interviews for police and fire/EMS (Closed session followed by open session)
Whitewater Municipal Building Community Room,
312 West Whitewater St., Whitewater, WI 53190
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Citizen participation is welcome during topic discussion periods.
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City of Whitewater Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Commission – Thursday @ 4:00 p.m.
Agenda Discussion with Whitewater Police staff on the enforcement of Ordinance 11.40.070 and possibility of changing same; Discussion and possible action on recommending adding new bike lanes within the City.
Cravath Lakefront room 2nd floor 312 West
Whitewater Str, Whitewater, WI, 53190
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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Thursday, May 14, 2026
Board Governance Workshop
Whitewater Unified School District Governance Workshop – Thursday @ 5:30 p.m.
Whitewater Unified School District Central Office
419 S. Elizabeth Street
Whitewater, WI 53190
City of Whitewater Common Council Visioning Session – Thursday @ 5:30 p.m.
Agenda includes Discussion regarding City Council Goals and Priorities; Discussion and Possible Action regarding the City of Whitewater Strategic Plan
Whitewater Municipal Building Community Room,
312 West Whitewater St., Whitewater, WI 53190
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Citizen participation is welcome during topic discussion periods.
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Middle row: (L-R) Samantha Gustafson, Maddie Shaw, Martina Zulkosk Back row: (L-R) Nick Doedens, David Minarcik, Adam Davidov, A.J. Gillespie
Making a Difference Day is an annual event sponsored by UW-W that encourages
college students to volunteer and support their local community. This year, the
Whitewater Federation of Women’s Clubs (WFWC) had the privilege of welcoming a
group of volunteers to assist with landscaping at the historic Bassett House on Friday,
April 24th.
The volunteers took on several important landscaping tasks, including weeding, raking,
replacing edging, planting shrubs, and removing branches and sticks that had
accumulated due to recent storm damage. Their efforts helped restore the grounds and
improve the appearance of the Bassett House.
The diligent work of the volunteers was in anticipation of a public event hosted by the
WFWC, scheduled for the afternoon of June 14th. This event will commemorate the 100-
year anniversary of the WFWC’s ownership of the Bassett House, marking a significant
milestone in the clubs’ history.
Editor’s note: This announcement was provided by the WFWC.
(From timeanddate.com) The origins of Mother’s Day are attributed to different people. Many believe that two women, Julia Ward Howe and Anna Jarvis were important in establishing the tradition of Mother’s Day in the United States. Other sources say that Juliet Calhoun Blakely initiated Mother’s Day in Albion, Michigan, in the late 1800s. Her sons paid tribute to her each year and urged others to honor their mothers.
Around 1870, Julia Ward Howe called for Mother’s Day to be celebrated each year to encourage pacifism and disarmament amongst women. It continued to be held in Boston for about ten years under her sponsorship, but died out after that.
In 1907, Anna Jarvis held a private Mother’s Day celebration in memory of her mother, Ann Jarvis, in Grafton, West Virginia. Ann Jarvis had organized “Mother’s Day Work Clubs” to improve health and cleanliness in the area where she lived. Anna Jarvis launched a quest for Mother’s Day to be more widely recognized. Her campaign was later financially supported by John Wanamaker, a clothing merchant from Philadelphia.
In 1908, she was instrumental in arranging a service in the Andrew’s Methodist Episcopal Church in Grafton, West Virginia, which was attended by 407 children and their mothers. The church has now become the International Mother’s Day Shrine. It is a tribute to all mothers and has been designated as a National Historic Landmark.
The image above, “Happy Mothers Day ~ Fuzzy Flwrs” by Art4TheGlryOfGod by Sharon, is licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0. The image on the homepage is by Dana from Pixabay.
The Whitewater Public Library is hosting the traveling exhibit, “World War I: Beyond the Trenches” starting on May 11. The exhibit will be available for viewing in the library’s atrium during all open hours, through June 8.
Generously provided by the Wisconsin Veterans Museum, this exhibit marks the centennial of World War I. Over 122,000 Wisconsin men and women served on land, sea, and in the air during World War I. Sharing riveting stories of Wisconsin military history, this traveling exhibit features an up close and personal look at the Great War through the eyes of Wisconsin veterans.
The Whitewater Public Library is located at 431 W. Center Street in Whitewater. For more information, visit whitewaterlibrary.org, email library@whitewater-wi.gov or call 262-473-0530.
Obituaries
Sally A. Schutte, age 73, of Whitewater, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on September 21, 2026, while at Hearthstone Memory Care in Whitewater. Sally was born on November 6, 1952, to Roy and Elsie (Rohloff) Haas. Sally married William Schutte in the spring of 2003. Sally grew up on the family farm in the Town of Hebron and graduated from Jefferson High School. She dedicated nearly her entire career to Fort HealthCare, where her hard work and versatility shone through various roles. Over the years, she served in housekeeping and medical records, Center for Dermatology. Sally … Read more
Zachariah “Zach” Schoenke, 41, of Whitewater passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. He was born April 4, 1985, to Keith W. Schoenke and Kathleen Schoenke in Fort Atkinson, WI. He grew up and graduated from Whitewater High School in 2003. Zach worked various jobs over the years but was currently working at Cracker Barrel in Janesville. He was a big Packers Fan and liked to play fantasy football. He enjoyed reading, cooking, and watching horror shows. Zach fiercely loved his son, Lincoln, his sisters, Cami and Cary, his mom and stepdad, and his aunt Robin. He will be dearly … Read more
Carla Winn, 82, died September 5, 2026. Funeral Service will be at 12:00 PM, Saturday, September 12, 2026, at East Heights United Methodist Church, 4407 E Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS 67218, followed by a burial at 2:00 PM at White Chapel Memorial Garden 1806 N Oliver Ave. Carla is preceded in death by her parents, Vivian Dwight and Wilma Lois Krehbiel; and sister, Jennifer Krehbiel. She is survived by husband, Stephen; daughter, Ashley (Clint) Gagel, of Overland Park; siblings, Paul (Kay) Krehbiel, of Socorro, NM, Lynn (Bill) Oetting, of Wichita, Ellen (John) Querner, of Wichita, Teresa Woodson, of Lawrence, KS, … Read more
Susan Miller Celebration of Life There will be a gathering of friends and acquaintances at Susan’s Farm Store to celebrate Susan’s life on Saturday, September 19th from 2-5 p.m. at N6623 Lake Lorraine Rd., Delavan, Wisconsin
Our loving mother, JoAnn E Harrop, age 95, passed away on September 11, 2026. Our sorrow is deep, but we are filled with gratitude for the many years we had with her. Even as her mind was failing, she remained strong and appreciative of all who cared for her. JoAnn was born on January 13, 1931, daughter to Fred Braun and Evelyn Braun {Storck). She was raised in Whitewater, Wisconsin by her grandparents, Otto and Edith Storck. She attended Whitewater High School and helped at the Storck tavern where she met her husband Earl C. Harrop. They married on November … Read more
Russell O. Johnson “Russ,” 88, passed away on September 4, 2026 in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Russell was born on July 12, 1938, in Janesville, Wisconsin. Russ grew up in Janesville, and after high school he joined the Air Force on May 1, 1958, serving as an aircraft mechanic until June 12, 1962. He then worked at Parker Pen in Janesville for a time, where he met his future wife, Avis. After marrying Avis Mason in April 1964, Russ worked for Gillman Manufacturing for a time, then began a career at Dana until its closing in 1980. In 1981, Russ started working … Read more
Marcia Zingg, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, businesswoman, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2026, at the age of 75. Marcia will be remembered for her unwavering love, remarkable strength, generous spirit, and lifelong devotion to her family. She shared 40 wonderful years of marriage with her husband, Jeffrey Zingg, who considered her not only his wife but also his best friend, business partner, and the love of his life. Together, Marcia and Jeffrey built a successful life rooted in perseverance, hard work, laughter, and love. As entrepreneurs in Whitewater, Wisconsin, they owned and managed new car franchises and … Read more
Amanda Jean Hunter was born to Ralph and Malinda (Thomas) Hunter of Whitewater, Wisconsin, on October 6, 1976. She passed away on August 4, in Fort Worth, Texas, where she lived with her family. Amanda passed peacefully in the hospital, surrounded by her loved ones. Amanda was a kind-hearted free spirit with an unmistakable hippie warmth. Generosity, spontaneity, a quick wit, a macabre sense of humor, and an open heart were traits that she embraced. She was a tireless champion of those in need, an innate characteristic that became among the best of her qualities. She proved to be a … Read more
Ellen Eichmiller, 82, of Whitewater, Wisconsin, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2026. Ellen was born on September 10, 1943, in Monroe, Wisconsin, to Chester “Guy” and Irene (née Holmen) Steig. She married the love of her life, Paul Eichmiller, on December 7, 1963, and together they made their home in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Ellen spent much of her working life as a secretary at the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater, where she formed many lasting friendships and memories. Ellen cherished her family and friends and treasured the time she spent with those closest to her. She was known for her love of … Read more
Janet Quinn, age 71, of Jefferson passed away on Thursday, August 20th. Janet was born on December 22nd, 1954 in St. Joseph, MI to Robert Mounsey and Edith Christison Mounsey. She was a granddaughter to Herbert Bragg Mounsey, Charlotte Mounsey, and Ester Christison West. She married Michael Durden in 1979 and later married Eury Quinn Jr. (J.R.) in 1988. Janet grew up in Benton Harbor, MI, and subsequently lived in New York and Arkansas before moving to Wisconsin in 2016. She was a dedicated caregiver to her disabled Mother, and worked as a custodian for various employers over the years. … Read more
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