Washington County Insider Archive

Washington Co., WI –  This week as we approach July 4 we’re focusing on the U.S. flag – passing along a little bit of history, some flag etiquette and flag trivia. In August 2010 the U.S. flag went missing from downtown West Bend. Below is the story that appeared

June 20, 2020 – Washington Co., WI – The National Weather Service in Milwaukee/Sullivan has issued a * Tornado Warning for… West central Ozaukee County in southeastern Wisconsin… East central Washington County in southeastern Wisconsin… * Until 545 PM CDT. At 506 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of

June 3, 2020 – Washington Co., WI – A strong line of  storms moved through Washington County Tuesday night as the National Weather Service quickly changed it’s severe thunderstorm watch to a warning. High winds were followed by driving rain and lightning. Please share your local rainfall totals and

May 10, 2020 – Hat tip to Ruth Marks for planting the seed on what occurred 30 years ago today on May 10, 1990. It was late spring, baby birds were in the nest, trees and plants were blossoming and Mother Nature decided to heave 10 inches of heavy,

March 30, 2020 – Washington Co., WI – There were scattered lines of storms that passed through Washington County on Sunday and throughout the evening. Now the National Weather Service says the rain is in our rear-view mirror as we head into a new week.  Feel free to chime

March 19, 2020 – West Bend, WI – It’s a chilly March 19 and neighbors in Washington County are welcoming the first day of Spring. According to the Farmer’s Almanac: In 2020, the spring equinox (also called the March equinox or vernal equinox) occurs on Thursday, March 19, which is

January 16, 2020  – West Bend, WI – This original post ran in May 2017 when Lighthouse Lanes was being dismantled and turned into storage. May 23, 2017 – Barton, WI – As motorists juggle around the construction on Highway D many are being shuttled past the old Lighthouse

December 25, 2019 – Kewaskum, WI – Comedian Jeff Foxworthy has a successful comedy routine that details ways to know if you’re a redneck. Some neighbors in Kewaskum came up with one-liners that are drawing a smile. “You know you are from Kewaskum.” Entries include: You call Fond du

  Dec. 25, 2019 – My sister has a totally different writing style and interests…. but her Christmas post about cookies and fudge and whatnot is getting rave reviews – so, enjoy. Some people are passionate about sports or music or politics. I am passionate about sweets, both making

November 26, 2019 – West Bend, WI – The 5th Annual West Bend Santa Ramp-up kicks off at 10 a.m. at West Bend Tap & Tavern on Sunday, Dec. 1. Get your red on and join the ride. Check out the Ramp-up from 2016. Other stops include Moonlighting (11am),

Washington Co., WI – The Fall Craft Fair to Remember wraps up today at Washington County Fair Park and Conference Center. Both the Pavilion & Ziegler Fair Park buildings are filled with unique and beautiful works of art for home or garden. Be sure to look for Dick “The Spark

October 17, 2019 – West Bend, WI – As Miller Brewing Company in Milwaukee shows off its new mural on the Brewhouse building in the Miller Valley we revisit a story about West Bend’s tie to the Miller High Life ‘Girl in the Moon.’ The article, written by Carrie Sturn,

October 3, 2019 – Washington Co., WI – Wet weather moved through Slinger, Kewaskum, West Bend and much of Washington County again last night. How much measurable rain did you get? Submit your rainfall total below. Today’s forecast is cloudy, windy and a high of 65.