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Sign posted and build out underway for new Eaton’s Pizza in West Bend
April 19, 2018 – West Bend, WI – The sign for Eaton’s Fresh Pizza now graces the front door at 830 E. Paradise Drive in West Bend. Looking through the windows of the new home for the franchise shows the plumbing has been put in place and while
Moraine Park to offer Golf-Putt, Chip, and Drive
April 19, 2018 – Fond du Lac, Co., WI – Moraine Park Technical College is introducing a new class to help those interested in learning more about golf. The course, Golf- Putt, Chip, and Drive!, will be offered at Murray Park Elementary School in Ripon and will focus on three
Shred event is Saturday, April 21 at Bergmann
Slinger, WI – Come out Saturday, April 21 to the Document Shredding Community Event at Bergmann Appliance, 205 Kettle Moraine Drive N. in Slinger. Proceeds benefit the Slinger Food Pantry.
UW-WC reschedules river cleanup project to April 28 | By Sue Bausch
April 19, 2018 – Washington Co., WI – The annual campus clean-up efforts by UW-Washington County have been rescheduled to Saturday, April 28. The change is due to the recent snowfall, which will make locating and removing trash, especially in shaded areas more difficult. Volunteers are asked to meet
Reserve the dates for summer fun brought to you by West Bend Friends of Park and Rec
West Bend, WI – Some big events are ahead this summer as West Bend Park, Red and Forestry celebrate its 50th anniversary. Save the dates for the fabulous Bier Garten, June 15 and 16 with entertainment by Eric Diamond and Dirty Boogie. Regner Fest, a full day of family
American Legion Post will host a brat fry May 11, 12 and 13
April 19, 2018 – West Bend, WI – American Legion Post 36 of West Bend will hold a brat fry Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 11, 12 and 13 at the corner of Washington Street and 15th Avenue in West Bend. Hours are 9 a.m. – 4 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 education during Money Smart Week – April 21 through the 28. In Washington County, educational programs are available to the public on all facets of financial education, including: Registration
Obit: Susan M. Ryan (nee Cichucki), 72, of Hartford
April 18, 2018 – Hartford, WI – Susan M. Ryan (nee Cichucki), age 72, passed away on Sunday, April 15, 2018. She was born on July 7, 1945 in Milwaukee, WI to Stanley and Ruth (nee Rusch). She was united in marriage to Thomas Ryan on December 27, 1969.
Shoppers at Boston Store in West Bend say “store closing was expected”
April 18, 2018 – West Bend, WI – There were more than 10 people waiting outside Wednesday morning at Boston Store in West Bend as the clerk opened the door for shoppers. Word had already spread that the store at 1291 W. Paradise Drive was among the hundreds closing
Winter weather advisory in effect in Washington County and neighboring communities
April 18, 2018 – Washington Co., WI – The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory in effect in Washington County and neighboring Ozaukee, Fond du Lac, Dodge, and Sheboygan Counties until 1 a.m. Thursday, April 19. According to accuweather.com snow expected this afternoon and evening.
Jobs, jobs, jobs – Senior Center of West Bend
Washington Co., WI – The Senior Center of West Bend, 2378 W. Washington St. Suite A in West Bend, has an opening for a part-time administrative assistant to help manage day-to-day operations. Responsibilities include event support and general office support. Schedule: This is a 15-25 hours per week position, Monday
American Legion Post 486 makes generous donation for playground equipment at Jackson Park
April 18, 2018 – Jackson, WI – S/Sgt. Henry F. Gumm Post 486, Jackson, donates $3,000 for the purchase of three pieces of handicap-friendly playground equipment. This is part of a $300,000 project across the from the Jackson Community Center at Hickory Lane Inclusive Playground.
Senator Stroebel and Rep. Gundrum to appear at Town Hall on April 19
April 18, 2018 – Washington Co., WI – Senator Duey Stroebel (R-Cedarburg) announced a tour of town hall meetings across the 20th Senate District. The senator will join Congressmen Jim Sensenbrenner and Glenn Grothman at their upcoming listening sessions. Additionally, Senator Stroebel will participate in town halls with area
Tickets on sale for Landscape of Guitar on Friday, April 20 at UW-WC
Washington Co., WI – The Landscape of Guitar is a groundbreaking art & music production. Enjoy animated paintings that are sung to life as guitar birds fly over rolling guitar rivers and vivid guitar worlds. Master guitarist Bruce Hecksel and singer-songwriter Julie Patchouli blend music from their two
Flags to be flown at half staff in honor of former First Lady Barbara Bush
Author: Judy Steffes | Categories: Fond du Lac County, Obituary, Ozaukee County, Politics, Sheboygan County, Washington County, Waukesha County No comments
April 18, 2018 – President Donald Trump has ordered the U.S. flag to be flown at half staff immediately until sunset on Saturday, April 21 in honor of former First Lady Barbara Bush. THE WHITE HOUSE… Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DEATH OF BARBARA BUSH
Obit: Cynthia Longcor-Ward, 56, of West Bend
April 17, 2018 – West Bend, WI – Cynthia Longcor-Ward, 56, passed away Friday, April 13, 2018, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Cynthia Longcor-Ward was born April 8, 1962, in Winnebago, Minn. She was heavily involved in Fifth Ave United Methodist Church in West Bend, Wis. Cindy
Former First Lady of the United States Barbara Bush has died
April 17, 2018 – In national news former First Lady Barbara Bush has died at the age of 92. A statement was released by President and Mrs @GeorgeHWBush post-White House spokesman Jim McGrath. According to a story in the New York Times, “Mrs. Bush had been hospitalized
Bryan’s Buffet at The Columbian is Friday, April 20
West Bend, WI – Bryan’s Buffet is Friday, April 20 at The Columbian, 3245 Lighthouse Lane in West Bend. The buffet serves from 4:45 p.m. – 8 p.m. and is open to the public. The $13 buffet includes sirloin tips, fish, chicken, salads, coffee, milk and desserts. Come join us!
Bergmann Appliance in Slinger to host Shredding Event on April 21
April 17, 2018 – Slinger, WI – Bergmann Appliance in Slinger will hold its 2nd Annual Shredding Event on Saturday, April 21 from 9 a.m. – noon.
Learn a bit about Logan Johnson and then sign up for Logan’s Laps for Love at Hartford High School
April 17, 2018 – Hartford, WI – Logan Johnson was a healthy 8-year-old boy when he was diagnosed with an illness called Myocarditis (Inflammation of the heart) which doctors believe was caused by Parvovirus B-19 (known as 5th disease). The nightmare began on May 6, 2017. Logan played a
Students from Holy Angels School Make Generous Donation | By Renee Altendorf
April 17, 2018 – West Bend, WI – This past Lent the primary students at Holy Angels School participated in a prayer walk. After every 10 steps each student stopped to think about a person and then say a prayer for them. Each student walked 100 steps and
Tickets on sale for Landscape of Guitar on Friday, April 20 at UW-WC
Washington Co., WI – The Landscape of Guitar is a groundbreaking art & music production. Enjoy animated paintings that are sung to life as guitar birds fly over rolling guitar rivers and vivid guitar worlds. Master guitarist Bruce Hecksel and singer-songwriter Julie Patchouli blend music from their two
VIDEO | Resolutions honoring Ald. Adam Williquette and Ald. Mike Chevalier
April 17, 2018 – West Bend, WI – The West Bend Common Council tipped its hat to a pair of longstanding aldermen on Monday night as they participated in their final meetings. Mayor Kraig Sadownikow read resolutions honoring Dist. 3 alderman Mike Chevalier and Dist. 7 alderman Adam Williquette.
VIDEO | Venison from Deer Management Hunt donated to Food Pantry in West Bend
April 17, 2018 – West Bend, WI – The first of several donations of venison were dropped off Monday, April 16 at the Food Pantry in West Bend. Dist. 1 alderman John Butschlick said there will be 35 pounds of ground venison donated. The meat comes from the three