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POW-MIA Silent March on Sept. 21 in Williams Bay

POW-MIA Silent March on Sept. 21 in Williams Bay

  • Eric Johnson

Ingalls-Koeppen American Legion Post 102 of Walworth will host a POW-MIA (Prisoner of War-Missing in Action) Silent March at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21 in Williams Bay.

Bay School Board approves fall sports co-op renewals with Big Foot High School

Bay School Board approves fall sports co-op renewals with Big Foot High School

  • Eric Johnson

The Williams Bay Board of Education on Sept. 9 approved three renewal fall co-op sports agreements with Walworth-based Big Foot Union High School. The agreements are for boys soccer, girls tennis and cross country.

Bay trustees OK waste hauling implementation and communication plan

Bay trustees OK waste hauling implementation and communication plan

  • Eric Johnson

The Williams Bay Village Board on Sept. 3 approved waste hauler GFL Solid Waste Midwest, LLC's required implementation and communication plan around pending service changes in the wake of GFL's December 2023 purchase of incumbent provider Nieuwenhuis Brothers Disposal Services, Inc.

Bay trustees approve renewal 5-year police body camera contract

Bay trustees approve renewal 5-year police body camera contract

  • Eric Johnson

The Williams Bay Village Board on Aug. 19 approved the passage of Resolution R-59-24, authorizing a 5-year, $61,8976 contract extention with Scottsdale, Ariz.-based Axon Enterprises, Inc. for Williams Bay Police Department body cameras.

Stars, Stripes & Fair Delights: Opening Day of 2024 Walworth County Fair

Stars, Stripes & Fair Delights: Opening Day of 2024 Walworth County Fair

  • Eric Johnson

With a patriotic theme of "Stars, Stripes and Fair Delights," the 175th Walworth County Fair welcomed large crowds to the 99-acre Walworth County Fairgrounds in county seat Elkhorn over its 6-day Aug. 28-Sept. 2 run.

'Stars, Stripes and Fair Delights' - 175th Walworth County Fair

'Stars, Stripes and Fair Delights' - 175th Walworth County Fair

  • Eric Johnson

With a patriotic theme of “Stars, Stripes and Fair Delights,” the 175th Walworth County Fair welcomed large crowds to the 99-acre Walworth County Fairgrounds in county seat Elkhorn over its 6-day Aug. 28-Sept. 2 run.

Evers, WisDOT announce launch of Wisconsin’s new Driver Education Grant Program

Evers, WisDOT announce launch of Wisconsin’s new Driver Education Grant Program

    Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), on Sept. 5 announced the launch of Wisconsin’s new Driver Education Grant Program. Funded by the 2023-25 biennial budget signed into law by Gov. Evers, the program aims to reduce barriers for low-income stude…

    Williams Bay Historical Society to host annual meeting; Public invited to feature presentation on new public access online historical archive

    Williams Bay Historical Society to host annual meeting; Public invited to feature presentation on new public access online historical archive

      The public is invited to attend the Williams Bay Historical Society's annual meeting on Saturday, Oct. 5 at the Barrett Memorial Library. The brief annual meeting will be followed by a presentation on the Williams Bay Historical Society's new public access online local history archive, a joint initiative with the library.

      Lake Geneva Country Meats is State Fair Champion Meat Processor

      Lake Geneva Country Meats is State Fair Champion Meat Processor

        Lake Geneva Country Meats, 5907 State Hwy. 50, won Honorable Mention at the 2024 Wisconsin State Fair for their bone-in ham and Honorable Mention for their snack sausage. Their items were auctioned off at the Governor's Blue Ribbon Meat Products Auction, benefitting the Madison-based Wisconsin 4-H Foundation. 

        Wisconsin to receive more than $177 million to support 76 projects statewide under Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

        Wisconsin to receive more than $177 million to support 76 projects statewide under Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

          Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), announced Aug. 22 that the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) will provide funding for additional approved Surface Transportation Program projects to address transportation needs across Wisconsin, with more …

          'Stars, Stripes & Fair Delights' - Opening day of 2024 Walworth County Fair

          'Stars, Stripes & Fair Delights' - Opening day of 2024 Walworth County Fair

            With a patriotic theme of “Stars, Stripes and Fair Delights,” the 175th Walworth County Fair welcomed large crowds to the 99-acre Walworth County Fairgrounds in county seat Elkhorn over its 6-day Aug. 28-Sept. 2 run. One of the oldest and largest county fairs in Wisconsin, the Walworth County Fair dates back to 1849, just a year after Wisconsin’s 1848 establishment.

            Get ready for hunting seasons opening in September

            Get ready for hunting seasons opening in September

              The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters to prepare for the opening of several hunting seasons in September. There are six dates throughout September when seasons open. Hunters are encouraged to double-check season dates and that they have acquired all necessary licenses and stamps before going out for a hunt.

              2024 early goose hunting season opens Sept. 1

              2024 early goose hunting season opens Sept. 1

                The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reminds hunters that the 2024 early goose season opens Sept. 1. This early hunting opportunity is available to hunters throughout the state and will run through Sept. 15.

                DCF Secretary Emilie Amundson leaving Evers Administration

                DCF Secretary Emilie Amundson leaving Evers Administration

                  Gov. Tony Evers on Aug. 27 announced that Wisconsin Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Emilie Amundson will be leaving the Evers Administration, effective Sept. 11.Evers also announced that DCF Deputy Secretary Jeff Pertl will succeed Amundson as secretary of DCF.  

                  Local News

                  Top stories for Aug. 3, 2026

                  Top stories for Aug. 3, 2026

                  Top stories for Aug. 3, 2026, in the Wisconsin State Journal

                  Recent Kenosha County stories

                  Recent Kenosha County stories

                  Racine County fire and fire department stories

                  Racine County fire and fire department stories

                  Lake Geneva neighbors: Obituaries for August 3

                  Lake Geneva neighbors: Obituaries for August 3

                  Read through the obituaries published today in Lake Geneva Regional News.

                  State & Regional

                  Recent stories by Racine Journal Times reporter Milana Doné

                  Recent stories by Racine Journal Times reporter Milana Doné

                  Photos: A look back at Barry Alvarez's tenure with the Wisconsin Badgers

                  Photos: A look back at Barry Alvarez's tenure with the Wisconsin Badgers

                  Memorable images from his coaching, athletic director stretches at Wisconsin.

                  Throwback photos: The evolution of Wisconsin's Bucky Badger over the years

                  Throwback photos: The evolution of Wisconsin's Bucky Badger over the years

                  Bucky Badger wasn't always Bucky. And he wasn't always huggable, either. Scroll on for a history in photographs of one of the best mascots in college athletics.

                  Capitol secrets: 10 little-known facts about the Wisconsin statehouse

                  Capitol secrets: 10 little-known facts about the Wisconsin statehouse

                  The Wisconsin state Capitol has been around for more than 100 years. But this remarkable edifice holds a lot of secrets.

                  Nation & World

                  Trump says US will hold off on fresh Iran attack in hope of quick deal (copy)

                  Trump says US will hold off on fresh Iran attack in hope of quick deal (copy)

                  CAIRO — President Donald Trump said the U.S. will hold off on a fresh attack on Iran as long as a deal can be reached quickly to halt Iran's nuclear ambitions and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

                  Trump: Talks with Iran set for Monday

                  Trump: Talks with Iran set for Monday

                  ABOARD AIR FORCE ONE — U.S. President Donald Trump said talks with Iran will happen on Monday but declined to set a deadline for an agreement after earlier saying he called off an imminent attack in hopes of quickly reaching a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and resolve the impasse over Tehran's nuclear capabilities.

                  For GLP-1 users, the in-store clothes shopping trip is back

                  For GLP-1 users, the in-store clothes shopping trip is back

                  About 11% of Americans are on GLP-1 weight-loss drugs. With changed bodies, many are inclined to try on clothes in person to figure out what styles fit their new size.

                  Arizona politician who survived shooting works to defend democracy

                  Arizona politician who survived shooting works to defend democracy

                  Ron Barber and Don Henninger, a Democrat and a Republican, co-lead the Arizona Democracy Resilience Network, a nonpartisan group aimed at supporting election workers and promoting civility in politics.

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                  Lake Geneva neighbors: Obituaries for August 3

                  Lake Geneva neighbors: Obituaries for August 3

                  Sidney Stables estate, former home of Andy Gump comic strip creator, on market

                  Sidney Stables estate, former home of Andy Gump comic strip creator, on market

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                  Altcoins to Buy: How to Find and Buy Altcoins for the Next Bull Run

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                  Provided content. Peer-reviewed studies show jet air dryers spread up to 1,300x more virus particles than paper towels. Here's why facilities are quietly switching back. 

                   

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                  Content by Nicolet Coffee. Nicolet Coffee recognizes coffee is a ritual that marks crisp mornings on the lake, cozy weekends in, and unhurried time with family.

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                  How Solana’s Price Has Served as a Tracker for the Network’s Progress

                  How Solana’s Price Has Served as a Tracker for the Network’s Progress

                  Contributor content. Changes in the Solana price over the past five years offer insights into its effects on market sentiment and technological development.

                  Crime

                  COLLECTION: Kenosha County Cold Cases

                  COLLECTION: Kenosha County Cold Cases

                  Like cities and towns big and small, Kenosha and Kenosha County have their share of unsolved murders and cold cases.

                  23 photos from inside the Macon County Jail through the years

                  23 photos from inside the Macon County Jail through the years

                  Check out the inside of the Macon County Jail through photos from the Herald & Review archives. More archive photos at herald-review.com.

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                  Photos: Remembering the Tony Robinson shooting protests in Madison

                  Photos: Remembering the Tony Robinson shooting protests in Madison

                  On March 6, 2015, Madison police officer Matt Kenny, who is white, shot and killed 19-year-old Tony Robinson, a black man, after an altercation at a home on Williamson Street. Robinson's death sparked weeks of demonstrations. Kenny was cleared of any wrongdoing by Dane County District Attorn…

                  Politics

                  WisEye Morning Minute: Gubernatorial candidates address data centers

                  WisEye Morning Minute: Gubernatorial candidates address data centers

                  WisconsinEye and WisPolitics–State Affairs are proud to present Campaign 2026 gubernatorial primary election candidate interviews. Hosted by WisPolitics – State Affairs Editor JR Ross and produced by WisconsinEye. Hear directly from the candidates on issues that define their platform and vis…

                  WisEye Morning Minute: Gubernatorial candidates address data centers

                  WisEye Morning Minute: Gubernatorial candidates address data centers

                  WisconsinEye and WisPolitics–State Affairs are proud to present Campaign 2026 gubernatorial primary election candidate interviews. Hosted by WisPolitics – State Affairs Editor JR Ross and produced by WisconsinEye. Hear directly from the candidates on issues that define their platform and vis…

                  WisEye Morning Minute: Gubernatorial candidates address education funding

                  WisEye Morning Minute: Gubernatorial candidates address education funding

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                  WisEye Morning Minute: Lawsuit challenging guidance on absentee ballots

                  WisEye Morning Minute: Lawsuit challenging guidance on absentee ballots

                  On this episode of WisconsinEye's Rewind: Your Week in Review, WPR Capitol Reporter Anya van Wagtendonk and Associated Press Statehouse Correspondent Scott Bauer discuss a lawsuit challenging guidance the commission issued this month, which prevents voters from changing their ballots because…

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