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2 people injured in head-on crash in Town of Polk | By Sgt. Scott...
July 1, 2026 - Town of Polk, Wi - On Wednesday July 1, 2026 at 12:24 p.m. the Washington County Dispatch Center received multiple 911 calls reporting a two-vehicle...
Mind, Body, Art: The Restorative Properties of the Forest is July 1 at MOWA
West Bend, Wi - On July 1, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. come spend a little time in the forest with artist Mel Kolstad at the Museum of Wisconsin Art,...
REAL ESTATE | Fond memories make up the new Farm Store at Schmidt Century...
West Bend, WI - On first blush the Farm Store at Schmidt Century Farm offers a brighter shopping atmosphere, more space, and lots of opportunity to support local farmers....
VIDEO | A mother-daughter blend of small-batch beauty in Richfield at Ollie Skincare
Richfield, Wi - The workshop at Ollie Skincare in Richfield, Wi, has a scent of lavender, honey, and fresh goat milk. It is part family business, part science lab,...
REAL ESTATE | The Beauty Collective open in West Bend, Wi
West Bend, Wi - Step inside The Beauty Collective - a new business that's more like a thoughtfully arranged space for creativity.
Owned by Jessica Valind, The Beauty Collective, 3716...
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Artists & artisans wanted for 9th annual Art & Chalk Fest...
West Bend, Wi - The Museum of Wisconsin Art in West Bend, Wi, is looking for Wisconsin-based artists and artisans to participate in the 9th annual Art & Chalk...
Obituary | Steve G. Sheski, 72, of Madison, Wi
June 30, 2026 - MADISON - Steve G. Sheski, 72, of Madison, Wis., peacefully transitioned on Thursday, June 25, 2026, returning home to his Lord and Savior.
Steve was born on April 23, 1954, in...
Obituary | Jacqueline R. (Green) Tietyen, 80
june 30, 2026 - Jacqueline R. (Green) Tietyen, 80, passed away on June 27, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, laughter, and unwavering devotion to those...
Obituary | Thomas “Tom” Winkler, 94, of West Bend, WI
June 26, 2026 - West Bend, Wi - Thomas “Tom” Winkler, 94, of West Bend, WI passed on to eternal life on June 25, 2026, at Froedtert West Bend Hospital.
He was born on November...
Obituary | Karen Kivell, 68, of Kewaskum, Wi
June 24, 2026 - Kewaskum, Wi - Karen Kivell, 68, of Kewaskum, Wisconsin, passed away tragically and suddenly on June 21, 2026.
Karen was a true friend in every sense of the word—steadfast, loyal, and...
Celebration of life today, June 24, for William “Bill” John Hemauer, 74, of West...
June 24, 2026 - West Bend, Wi - William “Bill” John Hemauer, 74, of West Bend, Wi, passed away peacefully at home on the morning of June 18, 2026.
Bill was born on August 15,...
Services today for Joseph C. Vrana, Jr., 83, of West Bend, Wi
June 23, 2026 - West Bend, Wi - Joseph C. Vrana, Jr. of West Bend died on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at his home at the age of 83 years. He was born December...
REAL ESTATE | New Tochi Ramen coming to Hartford, Wi
Hartford, Wi – The former Pizza Hut building on Grand Avenue in Hartford, Wi, is undergoing a dramatic transformation as local entrepreneur Wesley Feest prepares to open a new...
REAL ESTATE | Historic mixed-use building in heart of downtown West...
West Bend, WI - Amazing opportunity to own a historic mixed-use building in the heart of downtown West Bend. This property, listed by BOSS Realty, features 9 residential apartments,...
Artists & artisans wanted for 9th annual Art & Chalk Fest at Museum of...
West Bend, Wi - The Museum of Wisconsin Art in West Bend, Wi, is looking for Wisconsin-based artists and artisans to participate in the...
Horicon Bank celebrates 130 Years with events in 2026 | By Becki Schimpf
Horicon, WI – Horicon Bank is proud to celebrate an incredible milestone – 130 years of trusted community banking . Since 1896, Horicon Bank...
Horicon Bank celebrates 130 Years with events in 2026 | By Becki Schimpf
Horicon, WI – Horicon Bank is proud to celebrate an incredible milestone – 130 years of trusted community banking . Since 1896, Horicon Bank...
Dale Hans retires from Horicon Bank
June 30, 2026 – Horicon, Wi- Horicon Bank proudly announces the retirement of Dale Hans, Senior Vice President, Mortgage & Consumer Credit Officer, effective...
Obituary | Steve G. Sheski, 72, of Madison, Wi
June 30, 2026 - MADISON - Steve G. Sheski, 72, of Madison, Wis., peacefully transitioned on Thursday, June 25, 2026, returning home to his...
Obituary | Jacqueline R. (Green) Tietyen, 80
june 30, 2026 - Jacqueline R. (Green) Tietyen, 80, passed away on June 27, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family, leaving behind...
Curb & ramp construction at $7K a piece on Hwy 33 in West Bend,...
West Bend, WI - There are some questions about a $1.7 million curb and ramp construction project on Highway 33 west in West Bend,...
Mind, Body, Art: The Restorative Properties of the Forest is July 1 at MOWA
West Bend, Wi - On July 1, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. come spend a little time in the forest with artist Mel Kolstad at...
West Bend teen facing armed robbery charges | By West Bend Police
June 30, 2026 - West Bend, Wi – At 3:05 p.m. on June 22, 2026, two 14-year-old West Bend, Wi boys reported being approached...
VIDEO | A lot has changed on S. Main Street in West Bend, Wi...
West Bend, Wi - A cruise down Main Street West Bend, WI on a Friday night... a reflection on all of the changes over...
VIDEO | Touring the caverns of the old West Bend Brewery
West Bend, WI - Prior to it being razed, there was a lot of history inside the old West Bend Brewery building. Below is...
Attempted kidnapping in FDL, man, 21, arrested | By Lt. Alex Volm
June 30, 2026 - Fond du Lac Co., Wi - On June 29, 2026, at approximately 3:37 p.m. deputies with the Fond du Lac County...
TheBiKeWriTer | Summer tour underway – Wi to Penn.
West Bend, WI – Planning for the upcoming 2026 bike tour has been an exhilarating nightmare. The destination is Pittsburgh, Penn. and Bicycle Heaven....
Cedar Community receives 4 national Aster Awards | By Carrie Sturn
West Bend, Wi – Cedar Community is pleased to announce its marketing team has received four national Aster Awards for healthcare marketing and advertising...
VIDEO | On a history note | Remembering a unique local character Raymond ‘Lefty’...
West Bend, Wi - This photo popped up from August 2015. There are two classic things about this picture: I'll tell you half the...
Mind, Body, Art: The Restorative Properties of the Forest is July 1 at MOWA
West Bend, Wi - On July 1, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. come spend a little time in the forest with artist Mel Kolstad at...
Auto Safety Center helps 2026 High School grads in Oz, Wash, & Waukesha Counties...
West Bend, Cedarburg, Menomonee Falls, WI - Auto Safety Center is looking to help recent high school graduates from Ozaukee, Washington, and Waukesha Counties...
REAL ESTATE | 3.05 acres in Town of Trenton | By BOSS Realty
Town of Trenton, Wi - Looking to build your dream home, this parcel is the perfect place. Close to parks and shopping. See it...
REAL ESTATE | Private country home with land in West Bend, Wi | By...
West Bend, Wi - Looking for a private country home with land in West Bend? This 3-bedroom home on nearly 3 acres offers a...
An Old-Timer’s memories of Grandpa, who’s family arrived from Germany in 1854 | By...
Washington County, WI - For over 15 years, Dave Bohn wrote down memories of his childhood, growing up on the family farm just south...
REAL ESTATE | 54+ Acres of Industrial-Zoned Land with flexible future use in Hartford,...
Hartford, Wi - Located along W. State Street in the City of Hartford, Wi, this 54.29-acre property offers a rare large-acreage opportunity with strong...
Mind, Body, Art: The Restorative Properties of the Forest is July 1 at MOWA
West Bend, Wi - On July 1, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. come spend a little time in the forest with artist Mel Kolstad at...
Letter to the Editor | Cancel culture & mob mentality | By Kim Hutchins
June 28, 2026 - Washington Co., Wi - With the recent vehicle accidents and how they are being reported and commented on, I wanted...
Neighbors remember the grim day 7 West Benders died in a plane explosion
West Bend, Wi - A plane explosion over South Vietnam was grim news in 1972 and it thrust West Bend, Wi, into the national...
Sheepshead Card Social every Wednesday at VFW Post 1393 in West Bend, WI
West Bend, WI - Looking for a friendly midweek tradition? Join fellow seniors and community members for a relaxed Sheepshead Card Social every Wednesday...
REAL ESTATE | Build your dream home in Town of West Bend, Wi |...
Town of West Bend, WI - If you've been searching for the perfect place to build, this 3.25-acre lot on Wildflower Lane may be...
REAL ESTATE | Lakefront living at its best on Big Cedar Lake | By...
Hartford, Wi - Enjoy the ease of lake life with this well maintained 2-story home featuring 50 feet of swimmable, sandy frontage on sought-after...
White tiger Ginger at Shalom Wildlife Zoo has died
June 27, 2026 - Town of Farmington, Wi - A difficult day at Shalom Wildlife in the Town of Farmington as one of the...