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2 killed and 3 injured in accident in Washington County | By Washington County Sheriff
March 18, 2019 – Township of Jackson, WI – On Sunday, March 17, 2019 at 7:07 p.m., Deputies from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a two-vehicle crash with injuries in the area of County Highway NN east of County Highway M (Country Aire Dr) in the
VIDEO | Come to Auto Safety Center and get a second opinion
West Bend, WI – Come to Auto Safety Center and get a second opinion…. Auto Safety Center, 3700 W. Washington Street, in West Bend. Click HERE for more details.
MOWA to host seniors with memory care issues on March 26
Washington Co., WI – The Museum of Wisconsin Art in West Bend has a completely free program for adults with memory loss and their caregivers, SPARK! This week the program will welcome a class of kindergarteners! Designed for people with memory loss and their caregivers, SPARK! is a free monthly
Kettle Moraine Lutheran gears up for spring sports season | By Jordyn Heckendorf
March 18, 2019 – Jackson, WI – Believe it or not, spring is just around the corner! Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School athletes and coaches are “springing” into action to prepare for the upcoming seasons. These outdoor spring sports include boy’s baseball and golf, girl’s soccer and softball, along
Fillmore Fire & Rescue Fish Fry is Friday, April 12
Fillmore, WI – Come out and help support your local fire department at the Fillmore Fire & Rescue Fish Fry on Friday, April 12 from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Local programs on financial wellness offered in Washington County
Washington Co., WI – Banks, businesses, schools, libraries and many others are joining together to help support financial literacy awareness and education during Money Smart Week – March 30 through April 6. In Washington County, educational programs are available to the public on all facets of financial education, including:
Jobs, jobs, jobs at Weasler Engineering
Jobs, jobs, jobs at Weasler Engineering
Tommy O’ Schwai is serving hot corned beef sandwiches on St. Patrick’s Day
March 17, 2019 – Cedarburg, WI – Come and get it while it’s hot. Corned beef sandwiches at Schwai’s in Cedarburg. Sandwiches are $6 a piece on Hankerson’s rye bread with mustard, horseradish and a pickle.
VIDEO | Finance Director explains nearly $106 million in total referendum debt and interest for West Bend School District
March 17, 2019 – West Bend, WI – There were experts available at the open house in Jackson to tour the Elementary School and ask questions about the upcoming April 2 referendum. Andy Sarnow is the newest finance director in the West Bend School District. He explained the facts
Eight calves die in Town of Barton barn fire
March 17, 2019 – Town of Barton, WI – There was a large barn fire early Sunday morning March 17 at 2:08am the Washington County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a barn fire at 4831 Ridge Road in the Town of Barton. The caller was one of the
Town of Erin St. Patrick’s Day Parade is today, Sunday, March 17
March 17, 2019 – Town of Erin, WI – Grab your green as the Town of Erin St. Patrick’s Day parade is today, Sunday, March 17. The parade will begin at 11 a.m. Starting at 10 a.m. only people going to the parade will be allowed to pass barricades
VIDEO | Lt. Ray Dickop American Legion Post 36 celebrates its 100th anniversary
March 17, 2019 – West Bend, WI – A special evening Saturday night, March 16 as members of the American Legion Lt. Ray Dickop Post 36 gathered to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the post. Commander Bart Williams oversaw the ceremony which paid tribute to veterans past and present
VIDEO | Paying it forward at Interfaith Caregivers of Washington County
March 17, 2019 – Washington Co., WI – A Sunday series sponsored by Interfaith Caregivers of Washington County a local organization that connects seniors with caring volunteers. The volunteers and board members at Interfaith Caregivers of Washington County are extremely appreciative of all the people who have helped over the
VIDEO | Inspiring evening at Party with a Purpose for the Kettle Moraine YMCA
March 17, 2019 – Richfield, WI – Over 300 people were in attendance at the annual Party with a Purpose as the Kettle Moraine YMCA celebrated its 50th year. The event paid tribute to founders Vic Albiero, Bernie Zeigler, Cliff Nelson and Norman Schowalter. Albiero’s children Tom Albiero and Jacci Gambucci kicked
VIDEO | Have you seen the penguins?
Washington Co., WI – They’re waddling closer. The penguins from West Bend Children’s Theatre converged on Laughing Mountain Popcorn in downtown West Bend. They were partial to cheese popcorn. The penguins also recreated the cover to The Beatles Abbey Road album cover. Pay attention as the birds will be
Spin to Win at Bob’s Main Street Auto & Towing in West Bend
West Bend, WI – Just a bit of the luck of the Irish as Bob’s Main Street Auto & Towing in West Bend is holding a chance to Spin and Win in this month of March. Spend over $200 and get a chance to win a variety of prizes…..
VIDEO | Celebrate your Irish at ShamRock
March 16, 2019 – Town of Polk, WI – There’s a lot O’green at Washington County Fair Park as ShamRock is underway.
Level 2 State of Emergency in Village of Newburg
March 16, 2019 – Newburg, WI – The Village of Newburg has declared a Level 2 State of Emergency. Village Administrator Rick Goeckner is asking all residents to refrain from using water that goes into the sanitary system because of backup. ”For now we’re asking people to refrain from
VIDEO | Tommy O’Schwai reminisces about St. Patrick’s Day festivities at Schwai’s in Cedar Creek
March 15, 2019 – Fredonia, WI – Tommy O’Schwai takes a step back in history (videotaped in 2018) and recalls the St. Patrick’s Day festivities at the old Schwai’s in Cedar Creek. “You couldn’t fall over if you wanted to we were so packed tight with people,” said Tommy.
Family farm in Kewaskum to host 2019 Washington County Breakfast on the Farm
March 16, 2019 – Washington Co., WI – The 32nd annual Washington County Breakfast on the Farm may be three months away but the planning committee has already selected this year’s host family. Congratulations to Mike and Linda Enright from Highland Dairy LLC, 1207 Highland Drive in Kewaskum. This
VIDEO | Update on construction of new Fleet Farm in West Bend
March 16, 2019 – West Bend, WI – An aerial view of construction on the new Fleet Farm in West Bend. You can see some of the girders are now in place and the basic outline of the building. This is going to be the largest Fleet Farm in
Theo Richter ice house courtesy Lee Krueger
March 16, 2019 – Little Cedar Lake, WI – Today’s 1920 history photo is courtesy Lee Krueger. It’s the Theo Richter ice house. I was after a photo of maple syrup tree tapping. Krueger said the weather is warm enough and the sap is probably running. Krueger and his wife
VIDEO | Thanks for supporting the annual Holy Angels Fish Fry & Gifts from the Heart
March 16, 2019 – West Bend, WI – A heartfelt note of ‘thanks’ to everyone who came out Friday night to take part and volunteer at the annual Holy Angels Fish Fry & Gifts from the Heart. It was a bit of a swan song for both Principal Mike
Powerball lottery winner in Richfield to receive $50,000
March 16, 2019 – Richfield, WI – There were a pair of Powerball winners following Wednesday’s drawing. One of the $50,000 winners was from Richfield. The ticket was sold at Mayfield Mobil, 2545 Mayfield Way. To win the $50,000 prize, players must match four-of-five numbers plus the Powerball. Odds of
Obituary | Arnold C. Zoesch, 90
March 16, 2019 – Washington Co., WI – Arnold C. Zoesch, 90, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on March 14, 2019 in West Bend, Wisconsin. He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on December 27, 1928 to Bernard and Agnes Zoesch (nee Lundgren). He married Doris Schmitt
Obituary | Kenneth R. Baaske, 85
March 15, 2019 – Washington Co. WI – Kenneth R. Baaske, 85, of Fall River, Wisconsin (Apache Junction, AZ) passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at The Meadows in Fall River, WI with the love of his family at his side. Kenny was born August 20, 1933 in Beaver
High water road closure update in Washington County | By Joshua Glass
March 15, 2019 – Washington Co., WI – As of 4:25 p.m. on Friday, March 15 water levels continue to recede. One road closure remains in place on the Washington County highway system. County Highway DW from County Highway W to State Highway 175. *Water levels are receding
VIDEO | Ice flows causing tremendous damage to Fireman’s Park in Newburg
March 15, 2019 – Newburg, WI – “This year is much worse than the last two years,” said Randy Roesler, vice president with Newburg Volunteer Fire Department. For three years now the annual flooding happens every time spring rolls in and the ice breaks up. “I expect there will
Local programs on financial wellness offered in Washington County
Washington Co., WI – Banks, businesses, schools, libraries and many others are joining together to help support financial literacy awareness and education during Money Smart Week – March 30 through April 6. In Washington County, educational programs are available to the public on all facets of financial education, including: