Grafton Insider

March 20, 2020 – Ozaukee Co., WI – The Washington Ozaukee Public Health Department is closely monitoring the developing situation at Village Point Commons in Grafton. Sadly, a gentleman in the memory care unit passed away yesterday, March 19, 2020. He had underlying health conditions and tested positive for

February 6, 2020 – Grafton, WI – The 10th Annual Grand Slam Charity Jam to benefit Camp Hometown Heroes, Camp Reunite, and other important programs for children facing trauma will be held February 29. This year’s entertainment headliner is comedy legend Jay Leno, and includes a special appearance by

December 29, 2019 – Slinger, WI – After a strong start to the season the Slinger Lady Owls basketball team is working to find its groove as they split a pair of games over the weekend. Saturday afternoon Slinger hosted the Monroe Cheesemakers for a 2:30 p.m. game. The

October 24, 2019 – Grafton, WI – John “Jack” A. Puerling, 91, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away Saturday, October 19, 2019 while in hospice care in Ormond Beach, Florida. Jack was born October 15, 1928 in Grafton, Wisconsin. Witty, charming, and an avid hunter, he

October 3, 2019 – Slinger, WI –  The Slinger Owls freshman football team is on the road tonight, Thursday, Oct. 3 at Grafton. Kickoff is 6 p.m. Click HERE to watch a live broadcast of the game.   The Slinger H.S. varsity team will host Grafton on Friday, Oct.

July 5, 2019 – Kewaskum, WI – Debbie Garrity of Kewaskum, WI (formerly of Grafton, WI) ended her struggle with ALS on Tuesday, July 2 at age 66. Beloved wife of DJ (Donald) Godfrey. Debbie was born on June 14, 1953 in Milwaukee, WI to Margaret (Sullivan) and Thomas Garrity

April 16, 2019 – Grafton, WI –  Justin Handrow grew up in Hartford and graduated Hartford High School.  Justin, Liz, and their children now live in Grafton. The couple have three children including a daughter Avery who is suffering cancer. Below is a story by Crystal Zurn from Slinger

March 24, 2019 – Grafton, WI – Kimberly Elander-Hanson (nee Elander), 59, passed away peacefully Saturday, March 23, 2019 at the Aurora Medical Center in Grafton. She was born on March 11, 1960 in Hancock, MI to Donald and Patricia (nee Kinsman). Kimberly is survived by her husband, Larry

Feb. 5, 2019 – Grafton, WI – A celebration in Grafton as Charming Paws has opened a second location. Owner Ashley Skinkis has been in the dog daycare business since March 2017.  After opening her first outlet in West Bend, 1410 Lang Street, Skinkis knew there was more opportunity ahead.

Jan. 16, 2019 – West Bend, WI – The future of the Shopko store in West Bend has been determined. Shopko released the statement below.   January 16, 2019 To:       Shopko Customers Re:      Important Information Regarding Shopko’s Restructuring   Since 1962, Shopko has provided quality name-brand merchandise, great values

Oct. 5, 2018 – Slinger, WI – The Slinger Owls fans and football players started Homecoming weekend with a bang.  Following a damp parade and other activities the spirits of the Slinger High School students, alumni and fans were bright and shining. With just six minutes remaining in the