My Town: From Williams Bay to Walworth
Everyone has their spot to unwind at the end of the day and escape for just a moment the trials and stresses of the day. For some it may be a wobbly table in the quiet part of the coffee shop, for others, a bench along the lake where gulls often gather, and for some, maybe even a noisy neighborhood bar where "Cheers" is playing and everyone knows your name.
And outside of the board meetings and interviews, I too have my coveted locations, speckled between Williams Bay to Walworth, where quiet refuge or a warm sandwich are waiting.
Daddy Maxwell's Antarctic Circle Diner
An igloo-shaped Williams Bay classic, ideal for an early-bird breakfast. I've always been one for a pie-on-the-counter, "Hey how ya doing?" when you walk in the door, sort of diner. You've just gotta love those electric mint-green seats, too.
Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy
After having one too many pancakes at Daddy Maxwell's, it's a treat to cross the street and traverse the miles of boardwalk laid out on this beautiful property. Nothing really does it for me like white birch trees rising out of Wisconsin prairie at daybreak.
Duck Pond Recreation Area
A large wetland and prairie reserve tucked high in the hills of Fontana. The perfect place to rest on a grassy knoll, take a long walk and spot some deer.
Abbey Marina
The Abbey Marina in Fontana, operated by a private group, includes about 400 boat slips where boat owners pay fees for the right to be part of the Fontana harbor.
Madison Street Subs
The interior of the Madison Street Subs shop located at 116 Madison St. in the Village of Walworth.
Yerkes Observatory
I actually haven't had the chance to walk through the observatory, but have always admired the architecture and rich history externally. With tours potentially resuming this summer, maybe I'll finally have the chance to poke my head inside.
To the editor:
Opinion: Suzi Schoenhoft of Elkhorn encourages everyone to vote yes on proposed crime victim's bill of rights in her letter to the editor.
ELKHORN — The Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported Saturday the sixth confirmed case of the novel coronavirus in Walworth County.
The dust of the April election has settled and Lake Geneva has a new mayor and a number of new faces on the city council. The mayoral race was…
State and Pierce County health officials said the person was exposed while traveling within the United States and is isolated at home.
From our opinion section: Local historian Patrick Quinn writes about how the railroad between Chicago and Lake Geneva connected the two communities.
From our opinion section: As a community, we can collectively breathe a sigh of relief. Yerkes Observatory is saved.
In a letter to the editor, Lake Geneva's Sherri Ames writes that Mary Jo Fesenmaier does her research on important issues.
In a letter to the editor, Chris Goebel endorses Justice Dan Kelly for Wisconsin’s Supreme Court and Judge Paul Bugenhagen for a seat on Wisconsin’s 2nd Appellate Court.
Tyler Blohm of Williams Bay writes the drive on South Lake Shore Drive is beautiful, but rerouting the road is the best choice for safety and the environment.
In a letter to the editor, Lake Geneva's Norine Smyth writes that Klein is the most forward thinking candidate for mayor and endorses her in the upcoming race.
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Fontana's John Strong writes that the proposal to reroute South Lake Shore Drive is an example of city officials introducing Wisconsin "Dells thinking."
As the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic continues to grow in the U.S. and elsewhere, researchers in Madison and around the world are racing to come up with medical measures to stop it.
“The governor’s announcement has created mass amounts of confusion," Vos stated.
The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Kenosha County is at least 13, Jen Freiheit, director of the Kenosha County Division of Health, said Monday morning.
Once social distancing becomes a thing of the past, here is a new hobby to consider: ballroom dancing. Prior to everyone being stuck at home, ballroom dancing was making a comeback in the Lake Geneva area.
In a letter to the editor, Daniel Winningham, who covered Travis Frederick for the Lake Geneva Regional News when he was a Big Foot student, congratulates him on his successful career.
From our opinion section: This is no time for partisanship. It is time for all Americans to stand behind President Trump and work together to keep our ourselves, our families and our communities healthy and safe.
RACINE — Ascension Wisconsin announced Wednesday that uninsured COVID-19 patients will not be charged for testing or treatment and COVID-19 patients with insurance will not have to make any out-of-pocket payments.
To the editor:
In a letter to the editor, Lake Geneva's Carol Zimmermann endorses Selena Proksa for alderwoman.
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A sweeping bill sent to Republican lawmakers last Monday aims to give agencies broader spending power to fight COVID-19, which as of Saturday has left more than a dozen dead across Wisconsin.
An alleged drunken driver repeatedly spit in the back of a squad car while referencing COVID-19 on Monday morning, Madison police reported.
“It’s still not the same as being in the room with someone, but it’s pretty close,” said Dr. Ned Kalin, chair of UW Health’s Department of Psychiatry.
From our opinion section: The April 7 election is still going forward. But it’s a mess, and it’s only going to get worse as Election Day approaches.
Kenosha police on Tuesday ordered a local arts and crafts store to close due to non-compliance for COVID-19 state orders for businesses deemed essential during the pandemic.
The biggest change: The deadline for filing absentee ballots is now April 13, nearly a week after the election, and you have until 5 p.m. Friday to request a ballot.
From our opinion section: The city should follow its own rules when granting liquor licenses.
Our new website, Shop Local, allows you to buy gift cards from local businesses that need a boost right now.
From our opinion section: We must get back to work in Wisconsin.
WALWORTH — After 18 years of serving Walworth with convenience and variety, Jeff and Julianne Forelich have sold the Walworth Landing retail outlet.
WALWORTH — The Agape House is planning its 5K Run Walk Stroll for National Child Abuse Prevention Month on May 16.
Bob Lee writes that a second side walk sale will help the city of Lake Geneva recover from some of the economic setbacks.
WILLIAMS BAY — Yerkes Observatory and most of the surrounding lakefront land will officially become property of the nonprofit Yerkes Future Fo…
Twin tamarins were born on Earth Day at the Racine Zoo, which also has a fundraising campaign going today.
A recent study of New York’s largest health system showed one-fourth of COVID-19 patients put on ventilators had died within weeks, and Wisconsin hospitals appear to be limiting their use of the tool.
Voters in five neighboring communities go to the polls this November to decide on a cooperative arrangement to improve ambulance services in rural communities struggling to keep volunteer fire departments going.
WALWORTH — Walworth Elementary School has reported two more cases of coronavirus on campus, adding to one case reported Sept. 23.
