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Jobs, jobs, jobs at Cedar Creek Pet Resort
Washington Co., WI – There are several job openings at Cedar Creek Pet Resort, 3473 State Road 60, in Jackson. Job: Receptionist/Bather Job Purpose: Book reservations, Check clients into and out of the facility, give facility tours, assist groomers with bathing, brushing and drying pets. Duties: * Work with
Winter weather advisory in effect; could see up to 6″ snow
March 5, 2018 – Washington County, WI – As Washington County witnessed the appearance of crocuses and tulips over the last week, a typical unpredictable Wisconsin winter storm was brewing causing a swing back into winter hitting the area full force this evening. The National Weather Service has issued
Winter Weather Advisory in effect for Washington and neighboring counties
Author: Hope Sanders | Categories: Fond du Lac County, Ozaukee County, Sheboygan County, Washington County, Waukesha County, weather, West Bend No comments
Feb. 5, 2018 – Washington Co., WI – The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for much of southeastern Wisconsin including Washington, Dodge, Fond du Lac, Ozaukee and Waukesha Counties. ..WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CST THIS EVENING… * WHAT…Snow expected.
Washington County Insider No. 1 on Google Search
Author: Hope Sanders | Categories: Fond du Lac County, Ozaukee County, Sheboygan County, Washington County, West Bend No comments
Obit: Johnathan Lee Barrett, 34
July 28, 2017 – Johnathan Lee Barrett born Dec. 3 1982, found peace within himself on July 25, 2017. John is the son of Cotty Barrett and Kay Barrett Zurn and Tim Zurn. Husband to Desiree. A father to Gage Barrett Baker, Arianna and Josiah Barrett. Baby brother to
Today is Richfield Art at the Mill at Nature/Historical Park
July 22, 2017 – Richfield, WI – The Richfield Historical Society is hosting its 9th annual Richfield Art at the Mill on Saturday, July 22, 2017, 9 am to 4 pm, at the Richfield Nature/Historical Park located at 1896 State Rd 164. Richfield Art at the Mill is a
Tickets on sale now. See who’s opening for Ann Wilson of Heart on July 28.
Author: Hope Sanders | Categories: Allenton, Event, Germantown, Hartford, Jackson, Kewaskum, Richfield, Slinger, Washington County, West Bend No comments
Funeral for Joe Hignite, 18, of West Bend today
July 18, 2017 – West Bend, WI – Joseph Andrew Hignite of West Bend found peace on Tuesday, July 11th. Joseph was born on April 28, 1999, to David and Jane Hignite (nee Schiller) and loving brothers and best friends Steven and Michael.
Visitation/celebration of life for Joe Hignite, 18, of West Bend today
July 17, 2017 – West Bend, WI – Joseph Andrew Hignite of West Bend found peace on Tuesday, July 11th. Joseph was born on April 28, 1999, to David and Jane Hignite (nee Schiller) and loving brothers and best friends Steven and Michael.
River City Irregulars to hold concert Tuesday, July 18
July 16, 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
Obit: Frank R. Hammond, 75,of Haw River, NC, formerly of West Bend
July 15, 2017 – West Bend, WI – Frank R. Hammond, age 75 years of Haw River, NC formerly of West Bend and Appleton, passed away on Wednesday,
Around the Bend: Updates & Tidbits By Judy Steffes
Author: Hope Sanders | Categories: Alzheimers, Amazing Ride for Alzheimer's, Around the Bend, Dodge County, Fond du Lac County, Ozaukee County, Sheboygan County, Washington County, Waukesha County, West Bend No comments
Around the Bend July 15, 2017 By Judy Steffes Historic downtown West Bend Theater sold to nonprofit The downtown West Bend Theater has been sold.
Obit: Joseph Andrew Hignite, 18, of West Bend
July 14, 2017 – West Bend – Joseph Andrew Hignite of West Bend found peace on Tuesday, July 11. Joseph was born on April 28, 1999, to David and Jane Hignite (nee Schiller) and loving brothers and best friends Steven and Michael.
Historic downtown West Bend Theater sold to nonprofit
July 14, 2017 – West Bend, WI – The downtown West Bend Theater has been sold. According to JSonline: A plan to restore a historic theater in downtown West Bend is taking a step forward with the sale of the building to a nonprofit group. Historic West Bend Theatre
J-Hawks boy’s baseball tryouts are coming up – register today
Jackson, WI – Registration for boy’s baseball tryouts for the J-Hawks is now under way. The tryouts will be held at the Jackson Town Hall from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the following dates: U9/U10: Thursday, July 27 and Wednesday, August 2 U11: Wednesday, july 12 and Wednesday,
Washington County Insider No. 1 on Google Search
Author: Hope Sanders | Categories: Dodge County, Fond du Lac County, Ozaukee County, Sheboygan County, Washington County, West Bend No comments
AG Schimel files fraud charges against Hartford therapist
July 14, 2017 – Hartford, WI – Wisconsin Attorney General Brad Schimel has charged a Hartford therapist as part of a national health care fraud takedown.
City of West Bend electronics recycling collection tomorrow
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.
Moose Lodge to offer “drive-thru” fish fry TONIGHT
West Bend, WI – Tonight, July 14, the West Bend Moose Lodge, 1721 Chestnut Street, will be hosting “Drive thru Fish and Fries” along with their usual delicious Brat Fry from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Obit: Ruth Ann Bruesch (nee Duenkel), 93, of West Bend
July 13, 2017 – West Bend, WI – Ruth Ann Bruesch (nee Duenkel) age 93 of West Bend died Tuesday, July 11, 2017 at the Waterford of West Bend.
EPA “No Growth” Zones Decimate Opportunity in Wisconsin | By Rep. Jesse Kremer
July 13, 2017 – Madison, WI – Yesterday afternoon, Representative Jesse Kremer (R-Kewaskum, photo, left) attended Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty’s (WILL) policy brief and video premier of “Wisconsin’s No Growth Zone – The Impact of the Clean Air Act on Sheboygan County.” The video was produced in conjunction with the Sheboygan Chamber of
Oshkosh Police no longer seeking witness in death: cause remains unknown
July 13, 2017 – Oshkosh, WI – The Oshkosh Police Department continues the investigation into the death of a 24-year-old male from Oshkosh which occurred on Tuesday, July 11, 2017.
Steffes shares secret annex to Anne Frank house
Author: Hope Sanders | Categories: Alzheimers, Amazing Ride for Alzheimer's, Washington County, West Bend No comments
July 13, 2017 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – As The Amazing Ride for Alzheimer’s begins to wind down, Judy spends time touring the Anne Frank house.
United Way awards $270,000 to local nonprofits
July 13, 2017 – West Bend, WI – Over the last few decades, the cost of living has outpaced the growth of household income. As a result, many local families are borrowing heavily and making hard decisions just to make ends meet.
Mid-summer hike in the northern Kettle Moraine
Author: Hope Sanders | Categories: Event, Kewaskum, Ozaukee County, Washington County, West Bend No comments
July 13, 2017 – Washington County, WI – Enjoy a Saturday morning hike along the Ice Age Trail with an experienced volunteer hiking guide from the Ice Age Trail Alliance-Washington/Ozaukee Chapter on Saturday, July 15 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm.
Obit: Marjorie “Marge” Ruth Wendt (nee Braker), 90, of West Bend
July 12, 2017 – West Bend, WI – Marjorie “Marge” Ruth Wendt (nee Braker), age 90, passed away peacefully Tuesday July 11, 2017 at The Kathy Hospice in West Bend. She was born on July 10, 1927 to Arnold and Elsie (nee Feldhusen) Braker. Marjorie graduated from the Methodist