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Lake Geneva approves Utility Commission projects

Lake Geneva approves Utility Commission projects

Lake Geneva City Council members unanimously approve two Utility Commission projects

Hillmoor Commission members propose options for Zone 1

Hillmoor Commission members propose options for Zone 1

Upland Design representatives are set to present preliminary conceptual plans for the 32 acres to the the commission Jan. 22.

Shuttle routes presented for Gary Con 2026

Shuttle routes presented for Gary Con 2026

Organizers of Gary Con XVIII announce shuttle transportation routes as part of grant award 

Lake Geneva residents asked to participate in city's strategic planning process

Lake Geneva residents asked to participate in city's strategic planning process

A community survey has been posted at www.cityoflakegeneva.gov and will be available through Sunday, Jan. 11.

Walworth County: USPS changes will affect property tax payment sent by mail

Walworth County: USPS changes will affect property tax payment sent by mail

The Postal Service has instituted a nationwide change affecting when a postmark is affixed to incoming mail.

Mercyhealth accepting applications for 2026 scholarships through Jan. 23

Mercyhealth accepting applications for 2026 scholarships through Jan. 23

The deadline to apply is Jan. 23. 

Genoa City American Legion post announces annual raffle winners

Genoa City American Legion post announces annual raffle winners

The money raised will help pay the cost to operate the post and assist veterans in need.

Walworth County offering radon test kits at a reduced cost during January

Walworth County offering radon test kits at a reduced cost during January

The kits are supplied by the Kenosha/Walworth Radon Information Center and include shipping and laboratory analysis. 

Changes to Lake Geneva's bulk trash pick-up program delayed

Changes to Lake Geneva's bulk trash pick-up program delayed

As part of the proposed changes, bulk trash collection would be available each week instead of during the second trash collection of each month.

Rotary Club of Lake Geneva marks five decades of service

Rotary Club of Lake Geneva marks five decades of service

The club was chartered Dec. 3, 1975, with Daniel Kavanaugh serving as its first president. 

Sign request leads to debate among Lake Geneva Plan Commission members

Sign request leads to debate among Lake Geneva Plan Commission members

Sub-Zero Candy LLC & Whimsical Shops has asked for approval of a sandwich board on the sidewalk outside Market of Lake Geneva.

Lake Geneva alders approve big increase in short-term rental license fee

Lake Geneva alders approve big increase in short-term rental license fee

The increase will help offset the cost of hiring a short-term rental and code enforcement officer and short-term rental monitoring software, and enforcing rules and regulations. 

Lake Geneva arts foundation offers discount at latest downtown exhibit

Lake Geneva arts foundation offers discount at latest downtown exhibit

The Geneva Lake Arts Foundation is ringing in the new year with a winter show.

Artist who explores AI to lead workshop & more at UW-Whitewater

Artist who explores AI to lead workshop & more at UW-Whitewater

WHITEWATER — The Department of Art and Design in the College of Arts and Communication at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater announces Fei…

Lake Geneva business owner's request to install sandwich board denied

Lake Geneva business owner's request to install sandwich board denied

Commission members also unanimously approved having city staff review and recommend revisions to Lake Geneva's sign ordinance, especially as it pertains to sandwich boards and multi-tenant buildings. 

Delaney reflects on his first year at Holy Communion Episcopal Church

Delaney reflects on his first year at Holy Communion Episcopal Church

The church's rector is pleased with how his congregation continues to give back to the community.

More than two dozen apply for Lake Geneva assistant city administrator position

More than two dozen apply for Lake Geneva assistant city administrator position

The salary range for the assistant city administrator position is $100,941 to $106,051. 

Lake Geneva approves to negotiate land sale with food group company

Lake Geneva approves to negotiate land sale with food group company

Lake Geneva City Council members approve to negotiate land sale regarding four parcels of property on Sheridan Springs Road with representatives from Simple Food Group

Voters might be asked to decide how Lake Geneva city attorney is chosen

Voters might be asked to decide how Lake Geneva city attorney is chosen

Lake Geneva's city attorney has been an elected position since 1994, serving two-year terms. 

Lake Geneva approves increases to lakefront amenity rental rates

Lake Geneva approves increases to lakefront amenity rental rates

The vote was 6-2, with Alders Linda Frame and Mary Jo Fesenmaier voting "no." 

Lake Geneva narrowly votes down beach QR code program for further discussion

Lake Geneva narrowly votes down beach QR code program for further discussion

Lake Geneva City Council members narrowly reject proposed Riviera Beach wristband QR code program, but are to discuss the issue again the future

Lake Geneva, BID officials consider establishing downtown trolley service

Lake Geneva, BID officials consider establishing downtown trolley service

Potential stops could include SERVPRO Lake Geneva, Riviera building, hotels, Eastview Elementary School, Town Bank and Central-Denison Elementary School. 

Lake Geneva approves plans for the final phase of subdivision

Lake Geneva approves plans for the final phase of subdivision

Phase 8 will feature 128 single-family homes on about 70 acres near the southwest corner of Townline and North roads. 

Lake Geneva narrowly approves selling city-owned property to food group company

Lake Geneva narrowly approves selling city-owned property to food group company

The purchase price for the 11 acres on Sheridan Springs Road is $750,000.

Lake Geneva proposes to install handicap-accessible kayak launch and storage area

Lake Geneva proposes to install handicap-accessible kayak launch and storage area

Lake Geneva officials to consider options for installing handicap-accessible kayak launch for Geneva Lake 

America's Snow Sculpting Invitational attracts international artists

America's Snow Sculpting Invitational attracts international artists

The competition was held Jan. 28 through Feb. 1 as part of Lake Geneva Winterfest.

Lake Geneva to host Hillmoor informational meetings related to plans for Zone 1

Lake Geneva to host Hillmoor informational meetings related to plans for Zone 1

Lake Geneva to conduct public input meetings regarding conceptional design plans for area of Hillmoor property

Lake Geneva Business Improvement District Board approves to purchase trolleys for about $100,000

Lake Geneva Business Improvement District Board approves to purchase trolleys for about $100,000

Lake Geneva Business Improvement District Board members approve to purchase trolleys to help transport people to downtown Lake Geneva during upcoming road reconstruction project 

Big Foot High School teacher receives grant to help fund students' projects

Big Foot High School teacher receives grant to help fund students' projects

The money will help her students become more involved with environmental science. 

Badger High School theater students performing 1990s-based play set in Janesville

Badger High School theater students performing 1990s-based play set in Janesville

The play, which was written by Janesville native Don Zolidas, is about a couple's multiple break-ups during high school. 

Lake Geneva native contestant on this season of "American Idol"

Lake Geneva native contestant on this season of "American Idol"

Lake Geneva native Genevieve Heyward showcasing her musical talents on "American Idol"

Lake Geneva considering options for paid parking after Winterfest

Lake Geneva considering options for paid parking after Winterfest

Lake Geneva officials and business representatives propose options to attract people downtown after Winterfest 

Riviera Beach wristband program receives initial approval

Riviera Beach wristband program receives initial approval

Lake Geneva City Council's Piers, Harbors and Lakefront members approve proposed beach wristband QR program 

Lake Geneva set to pursue purchasing two trolleys for $100,000

Lake Geneva set to pursue purchasing two trolleys for $100,000

Members of the Lake Geneva City Council unanimously approves to pursue purchasing trolleys under the condition of developing a plan to maintain and operate the vehicles

Fontana Public Library director settling into 'storybook job'

Fontana Public Library director settling into 'storybook job'

Emily Sanders started in early January, replacing Walter Burkhalter who  retired after working as the library's director for about 10 years.

Lake Geneva City Council appoints hotel owner to Tourism Commission

Lake Geneva City Council appoints hotel owner to Tourism Commission

Maxwell Mansion co-owner Luke Pfeifer appointed to the Lake Geneva Tourism Commission 

Lake Geneva school district set to implement updated facilities and grade configuration plan

Lake Geneva school district set to implement updated facilities and grade configuration plan

Lake Geneva Schools Superintendent Peter Wilson presents facilities and grade configuration plan to city officials 

Year in Review: Property proposals, strategic planning and new hires in Lake Geneva

Year in Review: Property proposals, strategic planning and new hires in Lake Geneva

The Hillmoor property continued to be an important topic, as well as proposed development, strategic planning and hiring new staff members. 

Lake Geneva Business Improvement District board selects officers for 2026

Lake Geneva Business Improvement District board selects officers for 2026

Angela Carlson, manager for Edie Boutique and Marigold Gift Shop, was unanimously approved as board president.

Winterfest kicks off in downtown Lake Geneva

Winterfest kicks off in downtown Lake Geneva

Lake Geneva Winterfest, hosted by VISIT Lake Geneva, officially kicked off Jan. 28 and will run through Feb. 1 at Flat Iron Park and Riviera P…

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