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The City of Whitewater has been recognized as a Gold Level Family Friendly Workplace by Family Friendly Workplaces, a Wisconsin-based nonprofit dedicated to advancing employer policies that support working families.
Family Friendly Workplaces prioritizes strengthening benefits available to families across western Wisconsin, with a particular focus on early childhood development and family time. Research consistently shows that high-quality early childhood experiences and strong family bonding lead to meaningful, long-term outcomes, including improved academic performance, stronger communication skills, reduced risky behaviors among youth, lower likelihood of chronic disease in adulthood, and increased lifetime earnings.
Employers play a critical role in supporting these outcomes through workplace policies and benefits. To encourage adoption of family-centered practices, Family Friendly Workplaces places significant emphasis on early childhood support and time-off policies within its Certification Matrix.
The City of Whitewater earned Gold Level certification due to its strong commitment to employee well-being. The City qualified for this recognition through its comprehensive health care options, flexible work schedule, and a bring-an-infant-to-work policy. These benefits are designed to help employees successfully balance professional and family responsibilities.
“This recognition reflects the City’s ongoing commitment to supporting our workforce and fostering a healthy work-life balance,” said Sara Marquardt, HR Manager. “We understand that when employees are supported at home, they are better able to serve our community.”
The City plans to leverage this designation in recruitment and outreach efforts, reinforcing Whitewater’s position as an employer of choice in the region.
Editor’s note: The above press release was provided by the City of Whitewater.
Thanks to Coach Michael McCabe and special shout-out to Activities and Athletics Director Mike Dowden who helped make it happen! The Whippets graciously hosted the St. Coletta Special Olympics basketball team Wednesday afternoon. St. Coletta won the game to finish their season on a great note. Congrats to Mike, Thomas, Caleb, Candace, Cody, and Eric from St. Coletta and Matthew and Tyler Carollo, Connor Brummeyer, Evan Amundson, Casey Lyon, and Emmett Spear from the WWHS team. Coach Joe Carollo, who coached for both of these teams this year, organized the event with the help of St. Coletta’s Celia Villanueva and Amy Eicksteadt. Great experience for all involved!
Journey With Us to the Empty Tomb
Immanuel Anglican Church
You are welcome to join us for these rich and beautiful worship gatherings as we enter into the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus once again. These are beautiful, historic church services that draw on all of Scripture and lead us on a journey to the empty tomb. All are welcome!
Palm Sunday | March 29 | 9am
Maundy Thursday | April 2 | 5:30pm
Good Friday | April 3
12pm Stations of the Cross Service (Open house until 4:30pm)
5:30pm Good Friday Liturgy
Holy Saturday | April 4
3:30pm Easter Egg Hunt (Outside, behind the Community Engagement Center)
5:30pm The Great Vigil of Easter
Easter Sunday | April 5
6:15am Sunrise Service
9am Festival Easter Eucharist
Location: All Holy Week events will be held at the Community Engagement Center in the Multipurpose Room, unless otherwise noted: 1260 W Main St, Whitewater, WI 53190
Parking: Please park in the rear of the building. (See map on our events page: https://immanuelwhitewater.church/what-were-up-to/)
For more information, please feel free to contact us at immanuelwhitewater@gmail.com or visit our website at https://immanuelwhitewater.church/. We look forward to meeting you!
The long-standing tradition of the Whitewater Kiwanis Club’s efforts at delivering hundreds of Easter lilies in advance of Holy Week has run into a minor snag this year as the supplier has experienced delivery delays. Normally Kiwanis members will have completed delivery to businesses and homes by Friday afternoon. It is looking like
delivery may be extended over the weekend and possibly Monday.
Funds raised through this and other Kiwanis fundraising efforts support children locally and worldwide. Local Kiwanis funded efforts include scholarships, playground equipment like the recently installed accessible “We-Go-Round” at Starin Park, support of youth sports and Ferradermis Robotics, providing kids winter clothing, support of various community organizations and much more.
Each florist quality Kiwanis lily has a minimum of five flowers in a 6” pot with a protective sleeve. A contribution of $20 per plant is desired. Delivery is included to area businesses and homes. A limited number of plants are still available and can be ordered by calling Al Stanek at 608 320-9781. Cash or checks upon delivery are accepted.
Whitewater Aquatic and Fitness Center to Host Aquatic Easter Egg Hunt on March 28
Families in the Whitewater community are invited to celebrate the season at the Whitewater Aquatic and Fitness Center’s Aquatic Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the facility located at 508 S. Elizabeth Street.
This family-friendly event will feature egg hunts, prizes, and opportunities for photos with the Easter Bunny, creating a fun and memorable experience for children of all ages.
Each participant will receive a gift bag, and those who find a special golden egg will receive Aquatic and Fitness Center membership prizes.
Participants will be grouped by age to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone:
Ages 2–5: 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Ages 5–8: 10:45 AM – 11:15 AM
Ages 8–12: 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
The cost to participate is $5 per child, which also includes open swim admission after 12:00 PM, allowing families to extend their day of fun at the Aquatic Center. In addition, $5 day passes will be available for all attendees, making it easy for families and spectators to enjoy the facility throughout the day.
Advance registration is preferred, though participants may also pay at the door on the day of the event.
To register online, visit www.wwparks.org or contact the Whitewater Aquatic and Fitness Center at (262) 473-4900.
“This event is a great way for families to come together, celebrate spring, and enjoy everything our Aquatic and Fitness Center has to offer,” said Kevin Boehm, Director of Parks, Recreation and Facilities. “We look forward to welcoming the community for a morning full of fun and excitement.”
For additional information, please contact the Whitewater Aquatic and Fitness Center at (262) 473-4900
or visit the City of Whitewater Parks and Recreation Department online.
The Milwaukee Brewers first home game is on Thursday, March 26 at 1:10 p.m. Jacob Misiorowski, age 23, is the starting pitcher vs. the Chicago White Sox. Olympic skater Jordan Stolz will throw out the ceremonial first pitch. The series continues on Saturday at 6:10 p.m. and on Sunday at 1:10 p.m. There had been speculation that we wouldn’t be able to watch the Brewers without paying for a $99/season MLB.TV subscription. Fortunately, it appears that at least most of the games will be accessible to non-subscribing fans.
FOX6 WITI Milwaukee will be carrying the game.
As per the following announcement, TDS will also be carrying the game on a separate channel. The Banner has not seen an announcement regarding Spectrum, but it is assumed that their viewers will be able to watch on FOX6.
TDS Telecom to offer Milwaukee Brewers baseball on TDS TV+
TDS Telecommunications LLC (TDS®) is excited to announce that it is carrying Major League Baseball again this season on its television platform TDS TV®+, including Milwaukee Brewers games for Wisconsin customers.
The company has reached an agreement with MLB to carry Brewers.TV, which will be available on Channel 243 for residents in the Milwaukee, Madison, Wausau, Green Bay, and La Crosse media markets. For customers in the Eau Claire area, Brewers.TV will be Channel 242.
Brewers.TV will be available in the TDS TV+ Explore, Journey, and Voyage packages ahead of the team’s Opening Day game at 1:10 p.m. Thursday, March 26. For more information and to subscribe, customers should visit tdstelecom.com/tv.
“TDS is committed to offering live sports, and with another baseball season upon us, we’re thrilled to again offer Major League Baseball on TDS TV+,” said Meghan Corcoran, TDS Vice President of Marketing and Product Development. “As a Wisconsin-based company, we’re especially excited to carry our home state Milwaukee Brewers. Sports fans should make sure to subscribe to TDS TV+ and follow the teams you love all season long.”
TDS’ new agreement comes after the Brewers and other teams terminated contracts with FanDuel Sports Network. In addition to the Brewers, TDS also reached agreements with MLB to carry the Cincinnati Reds and Seattle Mariners in the respective local markets where TDS offers services.
With TDS TV+, customers get a variety of local and national networks, integration with popular streaming services, the ability to start shows over, and cloud DVR. TDS also continues working to upgrade and expand its high-speed, all-fiber internet network throughout its service area. For more information, visit tdstelecom.com.
The Ferradermis Robotics Open House on February 14 at the high school enjoyed a great turnout as Ferradermis members gave personal tours of their space and projects. The students spoke enthusiastically about the upcoming renovation/expansion project which will provide them with more space, including a full-size field as is used in their competitions. Photos courtesy of Tom Ganser.
Sheriff Fell is pleased to announce that the Rock County Sheriff’s Office will offer our next 2026 Hunter Safety Education Course on May 2, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., and May 3, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., at the Edgerton Conservation Club, 900 Stoughton Road, Edgerton, WI 53534. There will be an in-person introductory session on April 22, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., at the Rock County Sheriff’s Office, 200 East U.S. Highway 14, Janesville, WI 53545. Students need to attend all sessions to graduate. Anyone born on or after January 1, 1973, is required to complete a Hunter Safety Education Course to legally hunt in Wisconsin. Students must be at least 12 years of age.
Hunter Safety Education Course
Session 1: April 22, from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. @ Rock County Sheriff’s Office
Session 2: May 2, from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. @ Edgerton Conservation Club
Session 3: May 3, from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. @ Edgerton Conservation Club
Registration is now open. Complete the online enrollment form to reserve a seat.
https://www.co.rock.wi.us/departments/sheriff-s-office/recreational-patrol/hunter-education
Class size is limited to thirty (30) students. Upon submission of the registration form, the submitter will see an onscreen confirmation message with course information. The course fee of $10 per student will be collected at the first session. If the student is under 18 years old, a parent/guardian will need to attend the first session with the student. Students will receive course materials at the first session. Please direct any questions to Deputy Michael Borgwardt at michael.borgwardt@co.rock.wi.us.
Editor’s note: It is not necessary to be a Rock County resident in order to participate in these classes.
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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