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Funds will support veterinary care for senior, special needs and medically fragile dogs, as well as emergency veterinary assistance for … Read more
Would you like to bring your food truck to Whitewater and be part of our Whitewater Food Truck Fest on … Read more
The Whitewater Community Foundation board of directors have hired Kat Mawhinney as the organization’s part-time executive director, effective August 2026. … Read more
Mark Harlan Schmuhl, age 71, of Whitewater, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2026. Mark was born to Harlan and … Read more
It’s time to play! If you currently play a band instrument, or used to play one, it’s time to get … Read more
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has announced the launch of UW-Whitewater Warhawks Light Ale, a beverage made … Read more
This September, Whitewater Public Library invites you to celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month and discover how a library card can hit all the right notes, … Read more
Our work in Whitewater made local headlines this week! TMJ4 covered how together, with our volunteers and partners we are … Read more
Special Common Council Meeting – Monday 8/31 @ 6:00 p.m.AgendaWhitewater Municipal Building Community Room312 West Whitewater St., Whitewater, Wisconsin——————————-Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/243072979315311?p=L93Hs3Cg05nY8X7yjQMeeting … Read more
Margaret C. Carstens, age 84, of Whitewater passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at her home. Margaret was born … Read more
Local Sports
Eleven Members of the Gymhawks Youth Gymnastics Competitive Team in Whitewater recently competed at the 2018 Level 2-5 Wisconsin State Gymnastics Championships Meet held at Waukesha West High School on December 1- 2. The event was hosted by Swiss Turners Gymnastics Academy. Team members had to receive qualifying scores in prior 2018 gymnastics meets to participate at the State Level. A total of 859 gymnasts competed from throughout the state, with athletes competing against those of similar ages and skill levels.
itewater High School Athletic Director Jim Pease is pleased to announce Jason Bleck as the Whippets new football coach. Mr. Bleck takes over the whippets after being an assistant coach since 2017.
The No. 5 ranked University of Wisconsin-Whitewater football team forced four turnovers and took advantage of a pair of big plays on special teams Saturday during a 26-12 victory over No. 11 Bethel (Minn.) in the quarterfinals of the NCAA Division III Championship at Perkins Stadium.
The Warhawks (13-0 overall) will face No. 2 Mary Hardin-Baylor (Texas) next Saturday, Dec. 8, at a time and location to be determined in their 11th appearance in the national semifinals.
For the third consecutive game, junior running back Ronny Ponick (Stanley, Wis./Stanley-Boyd) and sophomore running back Alex Peete (Ringwood, Ill./Johnsburg) each rushed for 100 or more yards. Ponick carried 21 times for 117 yards and two touchdowns, while Peete posted 24 carries for 123 yards and one score.
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater football senior Harry Henschler (Janesville, Wis./Craig) was named one of 13 semifinalists for the 2018 Gagliardi Trophy, … Read more
The No. 5 ranked University of Wisconsin-Whitewater football team posted more than 500 yards of total offense for the fourth time in its last five games and forced three turnovers Saturday in a 54-21 triumph over St. Norbert in the second round of the NCAA Division III Championship at Perkins Stadium.
The Warhawks (12-0 overall), who own the second-longest active winning streak in Division III at 18 games, advance to next Saturday’s quarterfinal, where they’ll face No. 11 Bethel (Minn.). The Royals advanced past No. 9 North Central (Ill.) with a 27-24 victory.
Next Saturday’s game time and location will be announced Sunday. Next Saturday’s game against Bethel is the first-ever meeting between the Royals and Warhawks.
WHS competed in 5 (of 12) events at the WIAA Div 2 Swimming Championships on Friday, Nov 9. Sixteen schools … Read more
Life Events
Mark Harlan Schmuhl, age 71, of Whitewater, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2026. Mark was born to Harlan and … Read more
Margaret C. Carstens, age 84, of Whitewater passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at her home. Margaret was born … Read more
Please join Amy’s family for a Celebration of Life! Amy’s obituary: https://whitewaterbanner.com/obituary-amy-catherine-austin-49/
Margaret Toennies, age 93, passed away peacefully at home on August 20, 2026. She was surrounded by the love of … Read more
