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Moose Lodge to offer “drive-thru” fish fry 7/14
July 10, 2017 – West Bend, WI – The West Bend Moose Lodge, 1721 Chestnut Street, will be hosting “Drive thru Fish and Fries” along with their usual delicious Brat Fry this Friday, July 14, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Tow industry calls on state for greater protection
July 10, 2017 – West Bend, WI – One week after the American Towman Spirit Ride passed through West Bend led by Bob’s Main Street Auto & Towing promoting public awareness of the Slow Down, Move Over law, Spirit Ride President Steve Calitri is calling for states to mandate
County Attorney participates in Open Meetings webinar; significant changes likely to come
July 10, 2017 – West Bend, WI – On Friday, July 7, Washington County Attorney Brad Stern participated in an interactive webinar sponsored by Wisconsin Counties Association (WCA) concerning a recent Wisconsin Supreme Court decision which will impact public entities with regards to the Open Meetings Law.
Dept of Agriculture warns of Medicare card scam
Author: Bob Nelson | Categories: Dodge County, Fond du Lac County, Ozaukee County, Sheboygan County, Washington County, West Bend No comments
July 10, 2017 – Washington County, WI – Scammers are using the transition period for the replacement of old Medicare cards with a newer version to benefit themselves.
Asphalt pavement repairs, overlays work start today West Bend
July 10, 2017 – West Bend, WI – The City of West Bend states the following locations will be periodically closed to through traffic beginning today, Monday, July 10, 2017 until approximately late August for street resurfacing:
Fr. Nate Reeseman to speak to Common Sense Citizens this week
July 10, 2017 – West Bend, WI – Father Nathan Reesman (photo left) from Saint Frances Cabrini will be speaking at Common Sense Citizens (CSC) meeting on Wednesday, July 12, at 7 p.m. for a discussion on the war on religion
Asphalt pavement repairs, overlays work to start in West Bend
July 10, 2017 – West Bend, WI – The City of West Bend states the following locations will be periodically closed to through traffic beginning today, Monday, July 10, 2017 until approximately late August for street resurfacing:
New signs remind county park visitors of increasing fees
July 10, 2017 – West Bend, WI – Neighbors across Washington County are starting to see these signs at entrances to county parks. The signs remind county park visitors that entrance fees will be increasing in 2018. Last month, the Washington County Board approved the Parks Fiscal Sustainability Plan.
Obit: Claude P. Schickert, 94, of Slinger
July 9, 2017 – Slinger, WI – Claude P. Schickert, age 94 years of Slinger, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Wednesday, July 5, 2017.
Junior Yacht Club fleet holds moonlight sail
July 9, 2017 – West Bend, WI – Last night the Cedar Lake Yacht Club (CLYC) junior sailing fleet held a moonlight sail on Big Cedar Lake. The sailors were encouraged to decorate their boat with lights and the best decorated boats won a few candy prizes.
Asphalt pavement repairs, overlays work to start tomorrow in West Bend
July 9, 2017 – West Bend, WI – The City of West Bend states the following locations will be periodically closed to through traffic beginning Monday, July 10, 2017 until approximately late August for street resurfacing:
Obit: Paula Jean Doyle (Herdrich), 71, of West Bend
July 8, 2017 – West Bend, WI – Paula Jean Doyle (Herdrich), loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away on July 7 at her home on Silver Lake after a difficult, but courageous, struggle with cancer.
West Bend Police searching for man reported missing/endangered
July 8, 2017 – West Bend, WI – The West Bend Police Department is currently looking for Ryan C. Morrison, age 27, who has been reported missing/endangered by a member of his family. Ryan was last seen on July 1st, at approximately 10:00 pm in the City of West Bend.
City of West Bend electronics recycling collection day is July 15
July 8, 2017 – West Bend, WI – The City of West Bend Department of Public Works will have an Electronics Recycling Collection Day on Saturday, July 15 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Advanced Disposal, l803 N. River Road, West Bend.
Come on down to this morning’s Farmer’s Market downtown West Bend
July 8, 2017 – West Bend, WI – The streets of downtown West Bend will be bustling with shoppers and vendors alike.
WC Sheriff Schmidt extends thanks to Fire Dept. for work at US Open
July 8, 2017 – West Bend, WI – During the week of June 12—18, the U.S. Open Championship took place in Washington County with a daily attendance of 35,000+. During this time, our fire department provided support for this event. Sheriff Dale Schmidt penned a letter to the West Bend
City looking into long-term fix/reconstruction on Vine St lot
July 8, 2017 – West Bend, WI – The City of West Bend Department of Public Works sewer utility staff televised the storm sewers located under the Vine Street employee parking lot this week. We had been hoping to crack-fill, seal-coat and re-stripe the Vine Street lot at the conclusion
Retired police vehicles continue to roll along city streets
July 9, 2017 – West Bend, WI – Two retired police vehicles were recently put in service joining the West Bend Taxi fleet.
Asphalt pavement repairs, overlays work to start in West Bend
July 8, 2017 – West Bend, WI – The City of West Bend states the following locations will be periodically closed to through traffic beginning Monday, July 10, 2017 until approximately late August for street resurfacing:
Shuttle Service available to Summerfest attendees
July 8, 2017 – Washington County, WI – Enjoy Summerfest without the hassle of driving. Park your car for FREE then ride the GO Riteway shuttle to Summerfest from Washington County.
Cabrini centenarian leaves legacy of faith | By Kristin Bayer
July 7, 2017 – West Bend, WI – This past summer, I had the opportunity to meet S. Marlena, and visit with her a few times. I found her to be a dynamic, funny, interesting woman, filled with kindness, good stories, and a deep love of God. She shared
Obit: David C. Toft, 83, of West Bend
July 7, 2017 – West Bend, WI – David C. Toft, age 83 years of West Bend, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Thursday, July 5, 2017. David was born in Racine to Douglas and Dorothy (nee Petersen) Toft. David’s father was a Colonel in the
Obit: Richard D. “Rick” Bubb, 64, of Campbellsport
July 7, 2017 – Campbellsport, WI – Richard D. “Rick” Bubb, 64, of Campbellsport, passed away on Friday, July 7, 2017, at his home.
Music on Main sees anywhere from 800-2000 attendees
July 7, 2017 – West Bend, WI – West Bend is fortunate to have Music on Main as a free, family-friendly, organized and well-attended weekly event. I assisted West Bend Downtown Association staff Carol and Anna, last night volunteering to bartend in their refreshment tent. Each week a local
River City Irregulars to hold concert Tuesday, July 18
July 7, 2017 – West Bend – On Tuesday, July 18, the River City Irregulars will hold a band concert from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Washington County Veterans’ Memorial Plaza, corner of 5th Ave and Poplar, West Bend. Enjoy a summer evening performance of the West Bend Community
WI Governor orders flags to be flown at half staff
Author: Hope Sanders | Categories: Fond du Lac County, Ozaukee County, Sheboygan County, Washington County, Waukesha County No comments
July 7, 2017 – West Bend, WI – Scott Walker has ordered that the flag of the United States and the flag of the State of Wisconsin be flown at half-staff as a mark of respect for former Wisconsin State Senator Ted Kanavas.