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Vehicle vs. pedestrian crash in Town of Jackson, Wi | By Lt. Hope Demler
July 24, 2026 - Town of Jackson , Wi On July 24, 2026, at approximately 1:45 p.m., the Washington County Sheriff’s Office Communication Center received a 911 call in...
Germantown tables support for Washington Co. EMS proposal – concerned about threats, uncertain costs,...
July 24, 2026 - Germantown, Wi – The Germantown Village Board has decided to pump the brakes on a proposed Washington County Emergency Medical Services funding plan, voting Monday...
Kewaskum Village Board meets July 27 to discuss posting admin job
July 24, 2026 - Village of Kewaskum, Wi - The Kewaskum Village Board meets Monday, July 27, 2026, to discuss an interim administrator and posting of the full-time administrator...
“Are you Mike Fechter’s brother?” | By Larry Fechter
July 24, 2026 - West Bend, Wi - I was the youngest of three brothers. My middle brother was Mark, and my oldest brother was Mike. We grew up...
REAL ESTATE | Amazing investment opportunity on .54 acres in heart of West Bend,...
West Bend, Wi - Amazing investment opportunity in the heart of West Bend, WI. Ideally located across the street from beautiful Regner Park, just steps from the Eisenbahn Trail,...
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VIDEO | Do you remember the bidding war at the 2023...
Washington Co., WI - Oooh there was a LOT of hootin' and hollarin' during the 2023 Junior Livestock Auction as a good old-fashioned bidding war broke out on a 290-pound...
Obituary | Mary Kay Rate, 83, of the town of Wayne, WI
July 17, 2026 - Town of Wayne, WI - Mary Kay Rate, 83, of the town of Wayne, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Thursday, on July 16, 2026.
Mary Kay was born on...
Obituary | Reinhard Follmann, 90, of Kewaskum, WI
July 13, 2026 - Kewaskum, WI - The family of Reinhard Follmann shares his peaceful passing at home on July 8, 2026.
Survived by his wife, Rosalie (nee Vollmer) of 61 years; 4 children: Erika...
Obituary | Kay Ann Voll (nee Wandrey), 84, of West Bend, Wi
July 13, 2026 - West Bend, Wi - Kay Ann Voll (nee Wandrey), 84, of West Bend, Wi.
Kay passed away after living with Alzheimer’s Disease for 5 years. The last year was at Compassionate...
Obituary | Eloise “Penny” Harth Fitzsimmons, 83, or West Bend, Wi
West Bend, Wi - Eloise "Penny" Harth Fitzsimmons, lovingly known as Penny and affectionately called "Grandma Bubbles" by her grandchildren, passed away peacefully at the age of 83 on June 25, 2026.
Penny was born...
Obituary | Andrew Kandel, 41, of West Bend, WI
West Bend, WI - With heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of our son, Andy Kandel at the age of 41 due to heart failure.
Andy was born October 18, 1984 in West Bend...
An inspiring service for Joel Bernhard, 47, of Lomira, WI
Theresa, WI - Friends, family, and hundreds of customers from Joel's Confections For Any Occasion turned out Tuesday to pay tribute to Joel Bernhard who was remembered for his hard work, compassion, and amazing...
REAL ESTATE | Amazing investment opportunity on .54 acres in heart...
West Bend, Wi - Amazing investment opportunity in the heart of West Bend, WI. Ideally located across the street from beautiful Regner Park, just steps from the Eisenbahn Trail,...
REAL ESTATE | 215 Quail Cir, West Bend, WI | 3-bed,...
West Bend, WI - Tucked away on a peaceful cul-de-sac in West Bend, 215 Quail Circle offers the rare combination of privacy, space, and move-in-ready polish that's tough to...
West Bend West volleyball earns prestigious National Academic Honor
West Bend, Wi - West Bend West High School is proud to announce that the West Bend West varsity volleyball team has been recognized...
Letter to the Editor | Washington County Fire/EMS Boondoggle | By Toby Netko
July 23, 2026 - Washington Co., Wi - The Washington County Board is voting to form a Countywide Fire/EMS System. While this may seem...
3 suspects in custody following liquor theft | By Jackson Police
July 23, 2026 - Village of Jackson, WI - On July 22, 2026, at approximately 6:41 p.m., officers responded to a report that three...
Girl, 11, dies in single vehicle crash in Fond du Lac Co. | By...
July 23, 2026 - Fond du Lac Co., Wi - On Wednesday July 22, 2026 at approximately 3:09 p.m. the Fond du Lac County...
VIDEO | Do you remember the bidding war at the 2023 Washington County Fair...
Washington Co., WI - Oooh there was a LOT of hootin' and hollarin' during the 2023 Junior Livestock Auction as a good old-fashioned bidding...
REAL ESTATE | 215 Quail Cir, West Bend, WI | 3-bed, 2.5-bath on 0.43-acre...
West Bend, WI - Tucked away on a peaceful cul-de-sac in West Bend, 215 Quail Circle offers the rare combination of privacy, space, and...
Civil War Veterans monument dedication August 1, 2026 in Town of Farmington
Town of Farmington, WI – Beneath one of Washington County's most sweeping views, a quiet hillside cemetery will become the setting for a tribute to...
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...
Jobs, jobs, jobs – Dishwasher needed at Jug’s Pub & Grill in Slinger, Wi
Slinger, Wi - Jug's Pub & Grill, 1201 Commerce Blvd., in Slinger, Wi, is looking for a dishwasher on week nights and weekend evenings.
Please...
UPDATE | Robert “Bobby Jo” Fritz investigation update | By Sheriff Ryan F. Waldschmidt
July 22, 2026 - Fond du Lac Co., WI - The execution of a search warrant at the residence was completed late yesterday, and...
Art & Chalk Fest at Museum of Wisconsin Art – August 1 – 2,...
West Bend, WI - Don’t miss this year’s Art & Chalk Fest at the Museum of Wisconsin Art, 205 Veterans Ave. in West Bend,...
Jobs, jobs, jobs – Auto technicians wanted at 5 Corners in Cedarburg, Wi
Cedarburg, Wi - 5 Corners Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram in Cedarburg, WI, is looking for an Automotive Technicians.
Enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere, a fully heated...
REAL ESTATE | New construction condos | 2 bed, 2 bath | 2.5-bar garage...
Village of Jackson, WI - The Crossing at Sherman Meadows Condominium Association in Jackson, Wi is down to its final two units, both brand-new...
VIDEO | Rebroadcast of Military Day at the Washington County Fair
July 22, 2026 - Washington Co., WI - A flag-raising ceremony to kickoff Military Day at the Washington County Fair.
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Impressive upgrades at Washington County Farm Bureau food stand
July 21, 2026 - Washington County, WI – Fairgoers stopping by the Washington County Farm Bureau food stand this year will notice a more...
Bob’s Main Street open house July 29, 2026 in Hartford, WI
Hartford, WI - Stop in at Bob's Main Street location, 820 W. Sumner Street in Hartford, WI, on Wednesday, July 29 from 4 p.m...
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...
Robert “Bobby Jo” Fritz investigation update | By Sheriff Ryan F. Waldschmidt
July 21, 2026 - Fond du Lac Co., Wi - The Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s Office remains steadfast in its commitment to investigating...
Memories of Washington County Fair 90 years ago | By Dave Bohn
Washington Co., WI - For over 15 years, Dave Bohn wrote down memories of his childhood, growing up on the family farm, just south...
VIDEO | Moooving day at the Washington County Fair, WI
Town of Polk, WI - Members of Washington County 4-H and FFA are busy getting their animals ready to show at this year's Washington...
VIDEO | Kewaskum Village administrator resigns & Village president quits
July 20, 2026 - Village of Kewaskum, WI - The Kewaskum Village Board came out of a more-than one hour closed session to vote...
$1.1 million slope stabilization and improvement project on WIS 57 in Ozaukee Co., WI
July 20, 2026 - Ozaukee Co., Wi - The state of Wisconsin is spending $1.1 million on a slope stabilization and improvement project along...
Fire contained to garage in Hartford, Wi | By Hartford FD
July 20, 2026 - Hartford, WI – At approximately 4:05 p.m. on July 19, 2026, Hartford Fire & Rescue responded to the report of...
VIDEO | Hidden piece of history discovered beneath St. Peter’s parking lot in Slinger,...
Slinger, Wi - A routine paving project at St. Peter's Parish in Slinger, Wi, turned into an unexpected history lesson after a dump truck...
Man, 27, killed in crash in Town of Herman | By Sheboygan Co. Sheriff
July 20, 2026 - Sheboygan Co., Wi - On UPDATE- Monday, July 20, 2026, at approximately 12:20 a.m. the Sheboygan County Emergency Communications Center...
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 | 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...
CAF Airbase Georgia sending 5-Vintage Warbirds to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh
Oshkosh, Wi – Five restored WWII-era aircraft from Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Airbase Georgia are flying cross-country to the annual EAA AirVenture Oshkosh Fly-In...