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A PLACE TO LIVE, WORK AND ENJOY IN

On behalf of the Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Center, we welcome you to share in all that our fine community has to offer.

Visitors to the area soon discover why our residents wouldn’t choose to live anywhere else. It’s our outstanding livability augmented by a vibrant business community, excellent public, faith-based and post-secondary educational systems, access to quality health care, a variety of housing options and numerous places to worship.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Elkhorn has hiking and biking trails, area lakes for fishing and boating, golf and skiing.

A new but old tradition in Elkhorn is Saturdays on the Square, which will feature a farm market element, crafters, local food stands and a community counter. We will have weekly features and activities for children at Saturdays on the Square, which will start on May 18 and run until Oct. 12 – read more about the event on page 4.

Elkhorn is a growing community that hasn’t forgotten its heritage or values. Join us for summer concerts at Sunset Park’s

historic Bandshell with the Holton Elkhorn Band, which has been performing since the early 1840’s.

Another longstanding tradition you don’t BY Chris Clapper want to miss out ELKHORN AREA on is the 170th CHAMBER OF Walworth County COMMERCE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Fair held six days up to and including Labor Day weekend.

Need a little more taste of “old”? See what treasures you can find at Elkhorn’s largest Antique Flea Market with more than 500 vendors filling the fairgrounds.

Some new traditions have been made over the years as well, including Elkhorn’s Star Spangled Celebration in Sunset Park where the whole family can enjoy a free concert, kid’s activities, food and snacks and fireworks at dusk on June 28.

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This large crew of volunteers is among those who spent a portion of their Christmas Day at the annual dinner at the Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce. The event features a meal and desserts, care packages for guests, a special visit by Santa and home delivery

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City Government...........Page 5 County Government......Page 8 Clubs and organizations................Page 12 Area Schools................Page 19 Local Churches............Page 31 Calendar.......................Page 35

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In conjunction with United Way of Walworth County, more than 140 Elkhorn Area High School students participated in the Annual Day of Action last fall. Volunteer Connection set-up projects at several locations including Holiday Home Camp, Lutherdale, Elkhorn Food Pantry, Kindred Hearts, Holton Manor, the Walworth County Fairgrounds and the Walworth County Historical Society.

Shown at the Historical Society’s Heritage Hall are Gretta Block, Ashley Malsch, Emily Poeschel and Olivia Lysaght, who spent time sprucing up the landscaping.

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for people who are homebound in the Elkhorn area. In addition to a large crew of volunteers, numerous local business, organizations and individuals make donations to support the event.

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We’re proud of what our city has to offer

On behalf of the citizens of Elkhorn, the City Council and myself, I would like to extend to you a personal and cordial welcome. As you may know, our city has much to offer.

Founded in the early 1800’s and located in the center of Walworth County, Elkhorn is a

BY Howie thriving community Reynolds offering one of the best CITY OF ELKHORN environments in which MAYOR families and businesses can grow and prosper.

While close to the amenities of several metropolitan areas, Elkhorn offers the relaxed, less stressful and friendly lifestyle of a smaller community.

Elkhorn enjoys an excellent public school system, an outstanding free public library and recreational programs for the most important people of our community, our children.

Whether it is spring, summer, fall or winter – the city has plenty of activities to keep you busy.

From Saturdays on the Square, to the free Holton Band concerts at the band shell, to the Walworth County Fair and Oktoberfest, there are a variety of choices no matter what time of year.

We are very proud of our city and all it has to offer. The lifestyle, recreational opportunities, thriving churches and the spirit of community involvement all contribute to making Elkhorn a great place to live, work and play.

Welcome – we’re glad you are here!

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Corn & Brat Days, which will be Aug. 2 and 3 this year, is held in Veterans Park on the square in Elkhorn. It features artisans and crafters, food and live entertainment including performances by musical and community acts. Shown at last year’s event are the Amazing Farmboys (top) and Ella Storlie, Sienna Reece and Abby Kiel, helping out at the chamber booth (above.)

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Elkhorn Ribfest will celebrate its fourth year of good food, good music and good times July 11-14. Admission and parking are free and more than 60,000 visitors are expected this year to get a taste of the best BBQ in the nation. Professional BBQ companies from as far away as Australia and Jamaica will compete for your vote for the Ribfest trophy. There will be carnival rides for the young and young-at-heart as well as a craft artisan village and a tradeshow featuring everything from hot tubs to motorcycles. A community division BBQ competition will take place Sunday, July 14, allowing amateur backyard chefs to compete in a contest for the best ribs with judging done by professionals.

For more information visit www. walworthcountyfair.com.

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and 3, and the Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce will be providing great food, crafters, music and entertainment around the downtown square for the event.

Oktoberfest continues to grow and this will be its 14th year, held on Oct. 19.

Thousands attend this great community event and explore over 130 crafters and vendors, a variety of food including a chili cook-off, live music, a classic car show, kids activities, other live entertainment and, for the adults – a wine and beer tasting tent.

Known as Christmas Card Town, our Christmas parade is hitting its 38th year with many attending to see the floats, music, novelty acts and, of course, Santa and Mrs. Claus, on the first Saturday in December. You can also see them the night before the parade at the Town Tree

Lighting in the Square, Dec. 6 and at the Santa and Mrs. Claus Reception at Matheson Memorial Library following the tree lighting.

But Elkhorn is much more than fun and games. We’re also very serious about business. From unique shops to quality restaurants, from services you’d expect in the county seat to a thriving business/ industrial park with company names you’ll recognize, Elkhorn truly is a place to live, work and enjoy in harmony.

For more information about the community and its events, please call the Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Center at (262) 723-5788, visit us online at www.elkhorn chamber.com, on Facebook or drop by our office at 203 E. Walworth St. We’ll be happy to help.

OUR CITY GOVERNMENT CITY HALL 9 S. Broad St., Elkhorn (262) 723-2219 www.cityofelkhorn.org Hours: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday ELECTED OFFICIALS MAYOR Howie Reynolds (262) 741-5117 hreynolds@cityofelkhorn.org ALDERMEN District 1* Tim Shiroda (262) 723-7557 tshiroda@cityofelkhorn.org District 2* Frank Boggs (262) 949-1479 fboggs@cityofelkhorn.org District 3 Ronald Dunwiddie (262) 379-0890 rdunwiddie@cityofelkhorn.org District 4 Scott McClory (262) 723-7564 smcclory@cityofelkhorn.org District 5* Tom Myrin (414) 510-0074 tmyrin@cityofelkhorn.org District 6 Karel Young

(262) 374-3472 kyoung@cityofelkhorn.org * Terms for aldermanic districts 1, 2 and 5 expire in April.

CITY STAFF CITY ADMINISTRATOR Sam Tapson (262) 723-2219 stapson@cityofelkhorn.org

MUNICIPAL COURT James Duquette, judge Claudia Last, clerk (262) 723-2340 elkmunicourt@cityofelkhorn.org UTILITIES DIRECTOR John Murphy (262) 723-3138 jmurphy@cityofelkhorn.org

CITY CLERK Cairie Virrueta (262) 723-2219 cvirrueta@cityofelkhorn.org

RECREATION DIRECTOR Karl Sorvick (262) 741-5114 elkhornparkdir@cityofelkhorn.org

CITY ATTORNEY Ward Phillips 6 West St. (262) 723-7040

FIRE CHIEF Rod Smith (262) 723-2277 rsmith@cityofelkhorn.org

CITY ENGINEER Greg Calhoun (262) 758-6027 gcalhoun@kapurinc.com

AMBULANCE CLERK Andrea Ransom (262) 723-5080 elkhornems@cityofelkhorn.org

FINANCE DIRECTOR James Heilman (262) 723-2219 jheilman@cityofelkhorn.org

POLICE CHIEF Joel Christensen 100 W. Walworth St. (262) 723-2210 info@elkhornpd.org

CITY TREASURER Jessie Bartmann (262) 723-2219 gbartmann@cityofelkhorn.org CITY ASSESSOR Addie Ebert Accurate Appraisal LLC (800) 770-3927 info@accurateassessor.com

LIBRARY DIRECTOR Lisa Selje (262) 723-2678 lselje@elkhorn.lib.wi.us PUBLIC WORKS Matthew Lindstrom Operations Manager (262) 723-2223

Elected officials, committees, organizations and other key personnel

The City of Elkhorn Common Council meets the first and third Mondays of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 9 S. Broad St. The city Plan Commission meets the first Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers.

The Financial & Judicial Committee generally meets the second and fourth Mondays at 4:30 p.m.

The Municipal Services & Utilities Committee generally meets the second and fourth Mondays at 5:30 p.m.

Other committees meet on an as needed basis.

The meetings are open to the public. To view agendas and minutes online, or for more information about City of Elkhorn government visit www.cityofelkhorn.org. mlindstrom@cityofelkhorn.org BUILDING/ZONING Building inspector Joe Messler (262) 741-5115 binspector@cityofelkhorn.org Zoning administrator Bonnie Schaeffer zoning@cityofelkhorn.org (262) 723-5124

Night under the lights

Harris Field is a happening place at the Elkhorn Park & Recreation Department’s Night Under The Lights event, which allows the younger kids on local baseball and softball teams to play at night, under the lights. It also features numerous games and activities for kids as well as raffles and concessions. Shown at last year’s event in early June is Felix Werblow, pitching for the Eye Physicians and Surgeons team and Vicky Lange, who was filling out raffle tickets she purchased.

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A new but old tradition Saturdays on the Square returning to Elkhorn

Upon learning that the

BY Heather farm market was not going to Ruenz continue, the chamber took EDITOR advantage of the opportunity to create an “ongoing destination that will appease to a broad audience,” according to Chris Clapper, executive director of the Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Center.

The result will be a revamp of an old tradition in Elkhorn – Saturdays on the Square.

“Saturdays on the Square used to be an event but fell by the wayside at some point.

We’re looking at this as an opportunity to bring back something that was successful in the past and add some new twists,” Clapper said.

She said the weekly event will feature a farm market element along with crafters, local food stands and a community counter.

Local businesses can use it as an opportunity to show their products or share information and nonprofits, local clubs and organizations are also welcome.

“They can fundraise, promote their

events and bring awareness to the public about what they do,” Clapper said.

Saturday, May 18 will be the first Saturdays on the Square event and it will run every Saturday through Oct. 12 (other than July 6 and Aug. 31) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Veteran’s Park on the downtown square.

Clapper said one of the exciting new ideas that will be included is having a feature and/or theme each week.

“For example – and this is still in the early stages so just an example, but we’re hoping to partner with the library and have someone read books, or with the Park & Rec Department and maybe they offer activities or have a demonstration,” she said.

“We’re now looking for people that have an idea for a theme or feature ask that they contact us so we can talk about it,” Clapper said, adding that depending on how different features are received, it may grow into regularly-scheduled events.

Farm markets can be challenging, Clapper said, because there are so many

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and a lot of vendors are committed to one, if not more but they came up with an idea that will help out vendors or local producers while offering attendees a variety of items to choose from.

“We came up with the idea of having a community counter. Say someone grows the best strawberries or has the best jam, they can consign with us – though they must comply with all state laws – and we’ll sell their items at Saturdays on the Square at our community counter or counters, depending on how many items we have,” she said.

Clapper said one of the keys to the community counter being successful will involve making certain there aren’t the same items available from multiple people.

Applications to participate in Saturdays on the Square are available at the chamber and Clapper said anyone interested in learning more about this new take on an old event, or who has an idea for possible themes or features for it, should stop in at the chamber office, 203 E. Walworth St., Elkhorn or call (262) 723-5788.

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The Holton-Elkhorn Band dates to the 1840s but was officially incorporated as the Elkhorn Cornet Band in 1883. By 1912, began holding weekly concerts during the summer months, according to Wisconsin History records.

During the 1920s, it was renamed the Holton-Elkhorn Band and the summer concerts continue today with six performances.

It was by happenstance – or meant to be – that Fred Palmer, the current conductor and manager of the band, wound up in Elkhorn.

“I was a UW-Whitewater grad assistant and my wife, two sons and I were driving back from Illinois to Whitewater. We went through Elkhorn and I saw the water tower with the horn on it and thought, ‘Wow! I bet they have a great music program.’

Back at UW-Whitewater I searched the job marketplace and there it was… EAHS was looking for a band director so I applied and got hired,” he said.

Palmer, who retired from teaching at EAHS in 2011, has been directing the Holton band for the past 18 years.

He was a member of the band – he plays trumpet – when its director at that time was Sue Swoboda, who taught band at the high school for two years before transferring to Elkhorn Area Middle School.

“It’s according to Frank Holton’s will that the job goes to the high school band director,” Palmer said.

“Sue was a wonderful director and when she retired, I slid over to the director’s seat,” Palmer added. “And now, the high school’s current director, Sarah Wuttke, directs a couple of pieces now and then so I can play.”

Self-recruiting

Palmer said the recruitment for the Holton-Elkhorn band generally takes care of itself. The members are paid – via funding from the Holton Foundation with additional support from the City of Elkhorn.

“It’s one of the only bands in the area that pays its members. That limits how big I let the sections get but it always seems to work out. If we’re short a position, we find someone or they find us,” Palmer said. “It’s generally people that become accomplished with their instruments and want to use that talent. We all like to make music.”

The band usually has between 40 and 44 members and everyone has his or her own equipment other than percussion, for which high school equipment is used.

“Working with the school district is a great partnership,” he said.

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The Holton-Elkhorn Band, which has been a staple in the community since it’s incorporation in 1883, according to Wisconsin History, still offers six consecutive summer concerts in the bandshell at Sunset Park on Friday nights beginning the third week in June. The band also hosts an annual Christmas concert.

Joy of making music

Palmer said the band features musicians anywhere between the ages of 16 and 80, including several area band directors and current or graduated UW-W music students.

“If we get a gap, I’ll ask Sarah, ‘Hey, you got a good tenor sax player?’ or whatever and sure enough, she always does so that’s usually how the high school kids get involved,” he said.

He said the bands at EAHS have always been strong but when you’re working with a band featuring numerous musicians who’ve played for 20-plus years, that takes it to a whole new level.

“We’re in tune. They watch and listen and they’re right with me. It’s magical,” he said.

Palmer said it’s challenging to keep favorite tunes while attempting to bring fresh selections into a line-up.

“The Holton Band music library, which is at the high school, and the EAHS library, are both large so we rotate the music. Of course, I have my favorite pieces that will sneak in for several years but eventually we set them aside for a while,” he said.

When prepping for a concert, Palmer and Wuttke will meet to pull the music – choose the pieces to play and place the music in the appropriate folders for each musician/ instrument chair.

He said Swoboda taught him the

importance of mixing things up.

“It’s important to have a variety and I try to always do some pieces the kids will enjoy, too, to keep it suitable for the whole family,” he said.

In the summer, the band performs six consecutive Friday night concerts at Sunset Park beginning the third week in June. They rehearse on Thursday night and perform on Friday.

The band also has an annual Christmas concert, which was moved to the auditorium at the high school this past year in an effort to accommodate more people than the previous venue of the Sprague Theater was able to do.

For that concert the band rehearses twice that week.

The Christmas concert is offered free of charge but does require tickets.

The summer concerts are also free but do not involve tickets. Those concerts are held at Sunset Park in the bandshell and guests are invited to bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on.

“The band is really a community effort that benefits the Elkhorn community, and is what the Holton family wanted to maintain,” Palmer said.

To donate to the band, send checks to Holton-Elkhorn Band, c/o Fred Palmer, N6674 Club House Cir., Elkhorn, WI 53121.

For more information, call 262-742-3334 or visit holtonelkhornband.wordpress.com.

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OUR COUNTY GOVERNMENT WALWORTH COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER 100 W. Walworth St. County Administrator David Bretl (262) 741-4357 dbretl@co.walworth.wi.us County Clerk Kimberly Bushey (262) 741-4241 County Treasurer Valerie Etzel – (262) 741-4251 treasurer@co.walworth.wi.us Register of Deeds Donna Preuss – (262) 741-4233 Finance Department (262) 741-4242 walcofn@co.walworth.wi.us Human Resources Department (262) 741-7950 UW-Extension (262) 741-4951 walworth.extension.wisc.edu JUDICIAL BUILDING 1800 County Rd. NN

Walworth County Circuit Court Judges Branch I: Hon. Phillip A. Koss Branch II: Hon. Daniel S. Johnson Branch III: Hon. Kristine E. Drettwan Branch IV: Hon. David M. Reddy Family Court Commissioner: Hon. Kelly Iselin Circuit Court Commissioner: Hon. Gerad Dougvillo LAW ENFORCEMENT CENTER 1770 County Rd. NN Sheriff Kurt Picknell – (262) 741-4400 Clerk of Circuit Court Kristy Secord (262) 741-7012 MEDICAL EXAMINER 1770 County Rd. NN Dr. Lynda Biedrzycki (262) 741-4729 HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES W4051 County Rd. NN (262) 741-3200 Liz Aldred, director LAKELAND HEALTH CARE CENTER 1922 County Rd. NN (262) 741-3600

District Attorney Zeke Wiedenfeld (262) 741-7198

LAKELAND SCHOOL W3905 County Rd. NN (262) 741-4118 Tracy Moate, director tmoate@co.walworth.wi.us LAND USE AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 100 W. Walworth St. #222 (262) 741-4972 Michael Cotter, director Shannon Haydin, Deputy Director Nick Sigmund, senior zoning officer DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS W4097 County Rd. NN (262) 741-3114

Asst. Superintendents, Roads Dale Poggensee – (262) 741-3152 David Woodhouse – (262) 741-3112 Mike Lois – (262) 741-3131

Director Richard Hough rhough@co.walworth.wi.us

DIVISION OF PUBLIC HEALTH (262) 741-3140 walcoph@co.walworth.wi.us

County Engineer Joe Kroll – (262) 741-3441 jkroll@co.walworth.wi.us

SURVEYOR Rob Merry – (262) 547-6721, ext. 289 rmerry@sewrpc.org

Purchasing Jen White, manager (262) 741-7265 jwhite@co.walworth.wi.us

VETERAN’S SERVICES American Legion Council Commander Bob Miller (262) 279-6429 bmillerplake@gmail.com Service Officer Nathan Bond (262) 741-4222 nbond@co.walworth.wi.us

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Fair time fun The Walworth County Fair is a six-day event held in Elkhorn up to and including Labor Day. At last year’s 169th annual event, clockwise from right: rides, including the big slide, are a popular stop for many; Cruz Adams holds onto his prize – a big (but soft) hammer; kids take the stage during Nick’s Show; a demo derby heat features compact cars, a competitor takes off during the Badger State Tractor Pulls at the fair.

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A passion for their trade Flea market vendors embrace people, all things vintage

The Elkhorn Antique BY Bridget Bartal Flea Market at the STAFF WRITER Walworth County Fairgrounds holds more than 500 antique vendors and each vendor has a different approach for his or her booth. While items and interests varied across vendors, they all

to stick to mobile retailing, including flea markets.

“People. I love networking with people,” he said.

Wallem has a long-standing love for antiques.

“As a kid, we’d climb into the town dump in Williams Bay, looking for antique stuff. I hope that the younger generation can enjoy this stuff and keep it around like I do,” he said.

In recent years, antique items have become increasingly trendy. While most of the vendors said they were pleased vintage items continue to remain in circulation, some said they didn’t concern themselves with how popular something is.

On antique flea market event days, the fairgrounds quickly fill up with customers and attendees often bargain over prices. In one case, a lengthy deal negotiated only a $2 price difference.

The flea market runs from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., one Sunday a month beginning in May, rain or shine and admission is $5. This year’s flea market dates are as follows: May 19, June 30, BRIDGET BARTAL Elkhorn Our Town Aug. 11 and Sept. 29.

The Elkhorn Antique Flea Market hosts more than 500 indoor and outdoor vendors on For more information, call 414-525-0820. shared a passion for preserving antique items for generations to come.

Local vendor Gary Wallem has run a booth at the flea market for about 20 years, though he has attended the event for much longer. Wallem owned a retail business in Elkhorn for several years before deciding

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OUR CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS At the hub of any great city are the service clubs and organizations that host fun events and worthy fundraisers, or offer support to those in need, positively impacting the people of the greater community. Here is a partial listing of those located in the area: AMERICAN LEGION POST 45 Meetings are held on the third floor of the municipal building, 9 S. Broad St., Elkhorn, the second Monday of every month. (262) 723-2152 BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS 1545 Hobbs Dr., Delavan. Info: (262) 7288865 or visit bbb4kids.org ELKHORN AREA WOMEN’S CLUB A fellowship oriented club since 1926 with a main goal of raising money for local charities and college scholarships. Info: Elkhorn Area Women’s Club on Facebook or call (262) 723-3368

ELKHORN FOOD PANTRY 14 W. Geneva St., Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9-11 a.m. Info: (262) 723-6359 ELKHORN FUND The Elkhorn Fund is a group of volunteers working together by raising money and investing it in an endowment fund. Each year, they award grants to nonprofits in the community. Info: (608) 758-0883 or cfsw.org ELKHORN KIWANIS The Elkhorn Kiwanis club meets the second Monday of each month at noon in the Community Center in the Matheson Memorial Library, 101 N. Wisconsin St. The group also meets at noon on the fourth Tuesday of each month at Mojo’s Stonefired Grill, 10 W. Evergreen Parkway, Elkhorn. Info: (262) 728-3711, elkhornkiwanis.org

ELKHORN AREA YOUTH CENTER 420 E. Court St., Elkhorn. A community outreach created to provide a safe, welcoming setting for middle and high school students. For more information, to make a donation or sign up to volunteer visit eayc.net

ELKHORN LIONS The Elkhorn Lions Club meets the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at different locations in Elkhorn (see the online calendar for details.) Info: (262) 728-3691, e-clubhouse.org/sites/elkhornwi, email wellgr@ elkhorn.k12.wi.us or Elkhorn Lions Club, Elkhorn, WI on Facebook

ELKHORN ARTS FOUNDATION To support, develop and promote arts for Elkhorn and surrounding communities. Info: elkhornartsfoundation.com

ELKHORN PENGUINS SWIM TEAM A youth recreational swim team. Info: (262) 215-0162 or visit elkhornpenguins.org or Elkhorn Penguins on Facebook

ELKHORN ROTARY P.O. Box 915, Elkhorn. The Rotary Club of Elkhorn meets Wednesdays at noon at Matheson Memorial Library, 101 N Wisconsin St. Info: (262) 723-6363, Elkhorn Rotary Club on Facebook or elkhornrotary.org ELHKORN SNO DRIFTERS INC. W4609 Ridgeview Rd., Elkhorn. A non-profit club that promotes the sport of snowmobiling for the general public. Info: (262) 215-7292.

ELKHORN VFW MEMORIAL POST 6375 16 S. Broad St. Meetings are the second and fourth Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m.

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(262) 203-3212 or lakeland-players.or NEW BEGINNINGS APFV Support and advocacy for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and sexual abuse. Key goals include awareness, education, support groups and prevention. Info: 24-hour helpline at (262) 723-4653 or visit newbeginningswalworth. com OPEN ARMS FREE CLINIC 205 E. Commerce Ct., Suite A, Elkhorn. 100 percent supported by grants and donations, Open Arms is the only free medical and supportive care clinic in Walworth County serving low-income and uninsured residents with primary medical, dental, vision, behavioral health, lab and pharmaceutical assistance. Hours vary with volunteer providers available but are generally 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Info: (262) 379-1401, openarmsfreeclinic.org PREGNANCY HELPLINE WALWORTH COUNTY 28 S. Wisconsin St., Elkhorn. Open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Wednesdays from 3 to 5:30 p.m. 24-hour helpline at (800) 712-4357. Info: (262) 723-2020, phlwalworthco.org S.M.I.L.E.S. N2666 Highway K, Darien. Helping to improve the lives of those living with disabilities through a partnership with horses. Info: (262) 882-3470, smilestherapeuticriding.org STRONG WOMEN PROGRAM Healthy Hearts and Strong Bones. Classes cover cardiovascular and strength training, as well as nutrition and cooking instruction. Info: (262) 741-4961, walworth.uwex.edu SOUTHERN WAKES UNITED WATER SKI SHOW TEAM P.O. Box 434, Whitewater. The team is a merger of the Lauderdale Aqua Skiers and Whitewater Lake Sports Club (Minneiska.) A nonprofit water skiing organization that performs on Elkhorn Lake at Babe Mann Park, among other area venues in addition to tournaments. Info: southernwakesunited.com UNITED WAY OF WALWORTH COUNTY 203 E. Walworth St., Elkhorn. Info: (262) 3744474, uw-wc.org

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Salute & Swing, a 1940s USO-style dance fundraiser held last November at Sperino’s Monte Carlo Room, Elkhorn, to benefit the Walworth County Historical Society, featured free swing lessons, raffles and a silent auction. From the top; Guests take to the dance floor to live music by Swing Nouveau, a 17-piece big band from Milwaukee.

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WALWORTH COUNTY BOYS & GIRLS CLUB Providing a safe supervised, educational and fun environment for children and teens. Info: (262) 745-2153 or bgcwalco.org WALWORTH COUNTY FARM BUREAU President: Terry Papcke. 119 S. Broad St. Info: (262) 723-2613, www.wfbf.com WALWORTH COUNTY FOOD PANTRY 205 E. Commerce Ct., Elkhorn. Info: (262) 723-4488 or walworthcountyfoodpantry.org

WALWORTH COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY Co-presidents: Martha Hay and Chris Brookes. P.O. Box 159, Delavan 53115. Meets the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Center, 820 E. Geneva St., Delavan.

The society’s library in the Mary Bray Room at Matheson Memorial Library, 101 N. Wisconsin St., Elkhorn, is open and staffed from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesdays and from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. Information: visit the website at walworthcgs.com or call (262) 723-9150 WALWORTH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY 9 E. Rockwell St. P.O. Box 273, Elkhorn.

Facilities include the Civil War era Webster House Museum, Doris M. Reinke Resource Center and Heritage Hall, which features the Walworth County Veterans museum. It’s open Wednesdays through Saturdays in the afternoon or by reserved appointment. For information call (262) 723-7848. Info: (262) 723-7848, follow the society on Facebook or walcohistory.org WHITE RIVER CYCLE CLUB P.O. Box 242, Elkhorn. Call for locations of meetings and weekly and special bike rides. Info: (262) 723-5666 or whiterivercycleclub.com.

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Keeping it green

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Clockwise from below; At last year’s Memorial Day parade and ceremony in Elkhorn, members of VFW Post 6375 lead the parade; the Elkhorn Area High School band marches; Post 6375 Commander John Giese reads the names of the local servicemen and women who died; the EAHS choir performs; Cub Scout Pack 225 makes its way through town to Veteran’s Park.

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Local teen earns Eagle Scout rank Austin Muetzel was recognized for

BY Heather achieving Eagle Scout rank at his Eagle Ruenz Court of Honor and presented the merit EDITOR badge sash at a ceremony last fall.

The main portion of Muetzel’s project involved a major cleanup effort at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

Muetzel became involved in scouting in first grade when he joined Cub Scout Pack 225.

He explained that he came up with the idea for the cemetery project during his confirmation class at St. Patrick Catholic Church.

“We went to the cemetery during class to help with fall cleanup. The caretaker for the cemetery told us that he always appreciated extra help,” Muetzel said.

He said he spoke to Ray Henderson and from there was connected to Paul Kremer, the caretaker.

“We took a trip to the cemetery to see what needed to be done. Mr. Kremer pointed out that many of the headstones had dried grass, lichen, and other debris and needed cleaning,” Muetzel said.

“Community service is important to Troop 243, so it wasn’t hard to find a group of scouts to assist me out,” he said.

Muetzel said at the time he was pleased with the project.

“I am glad that I was able to help out at the cemetery, as well as make an impression that will last,” he said.

Muetzel, the son of Mike and Sandy, is a senior at Elkhorn Area High School.

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At his Eagle Court of Honor last September, Austin Muetzel (center) is joined by fellow Eagle Scouts Will Holmes and David Broga. Muetzel, a senior, and Broga, a junior, attend Elkhorn Area High School; Holmes is a senior at Delavan-Darien High School. For more information about Troop 243 visit troop243elkhorn.org.

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Elkhorn’s Oral History Project unveiled When Ricky Collins first

BY Cathy moved to Elkhorn in the Kozlowicz late 1980s, he remembers CORRESPONDENT that Two Seasons Bowling Alley was the main attraction of the city.

“It was pretty wild,” Collins said in his audio interview that is a part of Elkhorn’s Oral History Project. His audio is posted on Elkhorn’s Matheson Memorial Library’s website.

Moving to Elkhorn from a bigger city in Illinois to own a farm in 1988, he was surprised at how laid-back Elkhorn was.

Not sure what to do initially, he found out about the bowling alley and thought it was perfect for families. He said that nearly all kids played baseball then, and families and kids had something to do. At the time, he added, there was miniature golf there.

Collins was one of the 10 interviewees for Elkhorn’s Oral History Project that was unveiled Feb. 2 at Heritage Hall. The project is a partnership with the Matheson Memorial Library and the Walworth County Historical Society.

In about a four-month span, the library and historical society selected a sample of residents to interview about their experiences in Elkhorn. The goal is to have people represented from each decade from about 1920 to today, according to Chad Robinson, Elkhorn’s Matheson Memorial Library Adult Services Librarian.

The project is an online database that is accessible for free on the library’s website.

The interviews consisted of feature stories from local farmers, shop owners, historians, civic and business people that relate to the early roots of Elkhorn to today.

Robinson, who moved to Elkhorn with his family from Green Bay four years ago when he was hired at the library, said it’s important that the community’s history is preserved.

Pat Blackmer, a volunteer with the historical society, said it was “wonderful” interviewing people about Elkhorn and said everyone who was asked agreed to be part of the project.

“It was an absolutely brilliant thing to do.

We had such a wonderful time interviewing.

We have exceptional people in the town,” she said.

The first 10 people who were interviewed were Ken Amon, Collins, Frank Eames, Dale and Gail Folkers, George Lauderdale, Bill Liner, Becky Merwin, Howard and Lois Powell, Larry Ramirez and Garry Wallem.

The first question asked of Ramirez is, “What was your earliest memory of Elkhorn?”

He said it was when he had a job he hated out of the city and went in to audition to test trumpets at Holton Band Company. He said 20 people auditioned and he got the job because he was able to play trombone in

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Chad Robinson (left), the adult services librarian at Matheson Memorial Library in Elkhorn and Pat Blackmer of the Walworth County Historical Society, test audio recording equipment being used to document Elkhorn history for an eventual searchable database. The first person interviewed was local historian Frank Eames and on Feb. 2, the project, which features 10 interviewees thus far, was unveiled at Heritage Hall.

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addition to the trumpet.

While it was a good job for him, Ramirez said nobody wanted to sit by him at lunch because he was Mexican, well almost nobody.

“One did not care… he sat with me, and we started to be friends,” he said.

When the company closed its Elkhorn site in 2008, Ramirez said on the last day, all the workers sat in the front office and cried.

Merwin’s first exposure to Elkhorn was when she moved here in 1959 at the age of 11. She recalls first working to find a church to go to and said she enjoyed Elkhorn’s holiday tradition.

“It was seeing all the decorations and learning that Elkhorn was the Christmas card town,” she said.

Merwin also mentioned that she attended Bowers Elementary School, which is no longer a school, and said she immediately joined 4-H to make friends.

“It was a good experience being interviewed,” Merwin, who graduated from Elkhorn Area High School in 1966, said at the unveiling. “I love Elkhorn. I am a big fan.”

Robinson said there will be more audio recordings added, and in time, written transcripts to go along with the videos. The stories can be listened to online at elkhorn. lib.wi.us/history.

“I love the history of Elkhorn. The area has people moving in from all over. The population is really diverse and every walk of life is represented,” Robinson said.

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Spreading kindness, one act at a time EAHS accepts Rachel’s Challenge, hopes to reach beyond school walls

To ensure

BY Heather students are treated Ruenz with respect and EDITOR not subjected to bullying, the Elkhorn Area School District implemented a program a few years ago.

The OLWEUS Bullying Prevention Program is a comprehensive approach that includes school, classroom, individual and community components and has been found to reduce bullying, improve social climate of classrooms and reduce antisocial behaviors.

Though OLWEUS has been successful, the district decided to expand this school year in an effort to have an even greater impact.

“The districtwide antibullying program started with staff, but we decided to include students so reached out to Lily,” said Ryan McBurney, associate principal at Elkhorn Area High School.

Lily Schwenk, a senior, is a member of the school’s leadership council. She said she was in the process of researching for possible programs when someone sent a link to Rachel’s Challenge.

“I was really touched by it so took it to Mr. McBurney,” Schwenk said.

Rachel’s Challenge is a legacy to Rachel Joy Scott, the first person killed in the Columbine High School shooting on April 20, 1999.

“After her death, many students that Rachel reached out to shared stories with the Scotts about the profound impact her simple acts of kindness had on their lives, even preventing one young man from taking his own life,” it states on the Rachel’s Challenge website.

In realizing the effect of her story, the nonprofit organization that is now Rachel’s Challenge was started.

“In the 19 years since we lost 12 innocent lives, including Rachel, her legacy has touched 25 million people and is the foundation for creating programs that promote a positive climate in K-12 schools,” the site states.

“Her vision to start a chain reaction of kindness and compassion is the basis for our mission: Making schools safer, more connected places where bullying and violence are replaced with kindness and respect and where learning and teaching are awakened to their fullest,” it states.

Scott deliberately reached out to three groups of people in high school and wrote about it in one of six diaries her family found after her death, the website states.

“I want to reach out to those with special needs because they are often overlooked. I want to reach out to those who are new in school because they don’t have any friends yet. And I want to reach out to those who are picked on or put down by others,” she wrote.

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McBurney agreed with Schwenk about Rachel’s Challenge being the key to expanding the efforts of antibullying locally so they ordered the video and scheduled an event at the high school.

“The movie was shown to students and a lot of them emotionally connected, realizing that it can happen to anybody,” Schwenk said. “Students said they wanted to change how they treat people knowing they might not see them again.”

Later that day, McBurney said staff and a group of student leaders had training on how to spread kindness and start a chain reaction.

“We have great kids who are caring and good people, but it brought a deeper understanding that everyone has an impact on everyone else,” he said.

The training involved further discussions and the sharing of ideas along with a plan to regroup and decide what to move forward with and when to implement it, Schwenk explained.

As a result, several things have taken place at EAHS. “We have bathroom compliments, which is writing on mirrors so students see

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Ryan McBurney, associate principal at Elkhorn Area High School, and student Lily Schwenk, of the leadership council, have played a key role in the acceptance of Rachel’s Challenge at the school. Rachel Scott was the first person killed in the Columbine High School shooting in 1999 and the Challenge organization is about her vision to spread kindness.

positive ideas. We’re connecting different grades together outside of the current lunch schedule, which is seniors and freshmen, and sophomores and juniors,” Schwenk said.

She said they’ve reached out to the chamber and are working to see how the efforts can be extended to the community.

They’re also connecting the schools in an effort to make an easier transition from middle school to high school, for example.

Members of the leadership council and OLWEUS have led the way, McBurney said.

“We have the systems with OLWEUS and the leadership council to carry out those things, so Rachel’s Challenge is perfect for us,” he said.

Schwenk said the leadership

council was formed last school year and is not forced or exclusive.

“It’s for leaders from sports and clubs, to bring all of them together and feed off each other and get support for their ideas.

They get followed through on when we support each other,” she said.

A message to share

A couple of weeks after the showing to students, the school showed the video to members of the community at a special event.

“We heard positive comments from those that attended, about the message. It’s so much more meaningful and powerful than expected,” Schwenk said.

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We believe…

The Elkhorn Area Public School District strives on a daily basis to fulfill our district’s Statement of Beliefs.

Our beliefs are guiding standards that help shape our decisions and day-to-day operations and we’ve developed them in cooperation with the community.

BY Jason I would like to take a moment and share these fundamental beliefs with you.

Tadlock We believe all children can learn, every SCHOOL DISTRICT student learns differently and all children are ADMINISTRATOR valued and respected.

We believe effort, motivation, and challenge are essential to learning and taking an active role in the learning process is every student’s responsibility. Helping children realize their potential is our foremost priority.

We believe learning is a life-long process that takes place in the home, school and community.

We believe schools foster students’ abilities to make decisions, cooperate and accept responsibility, and that a diverse community contributes to educational growth.

We believe open communication is essential to the school, parent and community partnership.

We believe schools and communities help students prepare for career success in a competitive global society and schools model and teach good citizenship skills.

We believe a quality education depends upon dedicated, welltrained staff and that safe, healthful, up-to-date facilities enhance the learning process.

We believe continuous improvement leads to excellence.

In addition to our beliefs we are striving to be in the “Top Ten

Percent in all we do.”

It is our belief that if each and everyone of us can perform at the top ten percent, then as a district we will have no problem fulfilling our goals and living up to our Statements of Belief.

We recognize that on a day-to-day basis we will not always perform at that level, but it is our hope that as we strive to be in the “Top Ten Percent In All We Do,” we will elevate our performance and thus the service to our parents, students and the community.

This target applies to all of us, as Martin Luther King Jr. said, “Whatever your life’s work is, do it well.

“A man should do his job so well that the living, the dead, and the unborn could do it no better.”

By striving to meet this target, we know that we will succeed in maximizing student growth and academic achievement for all of our students.

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In what would be the final essay Scott wrote before dying, she shared her thoughts about the potential impact.

“Compassion is the greatest form of love humans have to offer. I have this theory that if one person can go out of their way to show compassion, then it will start a chain reaction of the same. People will never know how far a little kindness can go,” she wrote.

On the back of Scott’s dresser is an outline she traced of her hands when she was 13 years

old, in which she wrote: “These hands belong to Rachel Joy Scott and will someday touch millions of people’s hearts.”

Among those she touched are students, staff and community members in Elkhorn.

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‘The future of healthcare is bright’ The Elkhorn HOSA

BY Heather chapter took a record number Ruenz 26 students to compete at EDITOR the HOSA International Leadership Conference 2018 in Dallas last summer. Of that group, 19 students made it to the final round of their event, one team earned a fourth-place finish while another earned a top-10.

“It was very successful for the Elkhorn HOSA students. There were 7,000 competitors and over 10,000 people who attended. We placed 4th in HOSA Bowl with a group of seniors who are incredible and our Public Health team consisting of

all freshman placed 8th,” advisor Stephanie Steinke said.

HOSA-Future Health Professionals – formerly known as Health Occupations Students of America – is an international student organization, which aims to promote career opportunities in the health care industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people.

Steinke said the students put in a significant amount of time to prepare.

“It’s difficult to describe the time commitment required to compete at this level in both of these events,” she said.

“My heart is full. The future of healthcare is

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Top; The Elkhorn Area High School HOSA team took a group of 26 students to the international competition last June and of that group, 19 made it to the final round of their event, according to advisor Stephanie Steinke. Above; EAHS students (from the left) Sean Ahler, Yamila Hernandez, Anastasia Grochowski, Whitney Salamone and Kylee Leahy are hard at work in the lab at Perot Science Museum.

bright.”

Some EAHS students took the time to share what the experience was like for them.

Anastasia Grochowski, a freshman who competed in Public Health, said her group spent nearly every homeroom from January to the end of the school year preparing.

2018 EAHS graduate Sarah Rychlak, who was at HOSA International Leadership Conference for the second time, was part of the HOSA Bowl team.

“It’s an event where teams of three to four students compete head to head in a ‘quiz bowl’ setting. The questions cover health care related terms, HOSA information and history, and parliamentary procedure,” Rychlak said.

Her preparation consisted of reading the reference textbooks and by making Quizlet flashcards with key terms.

“Competing in HOSA Bowl this year provided me with an excellent opportunity to research and learn more about the field that I am about to enter. It also reinforced the importance of teamwork and cooperation to meet a common goal,” Rychlak said.

Another graduate, Haley Annes, also a member of the HOSA Bowl team, said the experience was unique.

“We (the team) were tested on everything from medical terminology and health innovations to the different types of fire extinguishers. Thanks to HOSA Bowl, I feel I’ve acquired a wider breath of knowledge about the healthcare field,” Annes said.

Graduate Cameron Jacobson, said HOSA has laid the groundwork for her future.

“I’m thankful for everyone I’ve grown closer to ... and I am anxious to continue my future in healthcare,” she added.

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A spoonful of talent Elkhorn Area High School presented “Mary Poppins the Musical” in November in the James A. Wehner Auditorium. Shown in a dress rehearsal (above) is the ensemble cast and (right, from the left) are John Batovsky, Ella Greeley, Marshall Griffin, Amber Glassel, Mitch George and Jacque Siedenburg-Sis in a scene.

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Prior to the 2nd annual alumni baseball game at Elkhorn Area High School last July, Roger Larsen was honored for his lifetime commitment to the program. He was joined by his family and threw out the first pitch for the game between alumni and last summer’s current team at the time, with the alumni team edging the Elks 10-9. Above; Larsen and head baseball coach Jon Anzalone hug near home plate after Larsen was honored. Left; Larsen holds the commemorative baseball he was given.

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BY Heather the Elkhorn Ruenz baseball program EDITOR held its 2nd annual alumni game, which was entertaining in and of itself. But the most memorable moment for many present was a special ceremony to honor Roger Larsen for his lifetime support of the program.

Joining Larsen at the July 18, 2018 event at Elkhorn Area High School was his wife, Katie, son, Eric, and daughters, Heidi McGraw and Libby Vanderveen, along with his son- and daughters-in-law, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

The ceremony featured the revealing of a sign placed on the front of the new pressbox, honoring Larsen for his commitment to Elkhorn baseball. The two teams – one comprised of former Elks, the other of current summer players, lined the field to honor Larsen as he approached the mound to deliver the first pitch of the game.

Jon Anzalone, head baseball coach and Community Engagement Coordinator for the Elkhorn Area School District, said Larsen has been a part of the Elkhorn baseball program for as long as he can remember.

“Roger has taken on many roles over the years to enhance baseball. Beginning in 1955, he

has been an umpire, coach and volunteer recreation director as well as taking on responsibilities of field improvements, maintenance, and uniform and equipment purchasing for youth teams,” Anzalone said.

He was also a longtime coach of Elkhorn’s Post 45 Legion Team and The Elkhorn Expo’s Home Talent Team.

“Roger is not only a supporter of baseball but a caring husband, father, coach, mentor and friend to so many people,” Anzalone said. “I have great respect for Roger and the Larsen family.”

Larsen, a 1950 Elkhorn High School alum, participated in • CONTINUED ON PAGE 24

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It was classic

Cars, trucks, motorcycles and enthusiasts take over the grounds at Elkhorn Area High School in late May for the EAHS Auto Club’s car show, an annual event that supports the club. Below; Helping out last year are car club members Justh Hauerhaj, Fisher Bunick, Brad Patrick and Noah Jacobson. Left; EAHS senior at the time, Cade Fink, handles some of the announcements at last year’s show.

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both football and baseball. He then served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany. He was a charter member of the Elkhorn Booster Club now known as the Elkhorn Area All Sports Booster Club.

“Roger was named Fan of the Year by the booster club. He has coached hundreds of athletes over the years and touched hundreds of lives in a positive way. It’s an honor to have his name shining bright at the field every day as a reminder of what it is to be a great person,” Anzalone said.

“He is a great friend to baseball and the community and someone I have great respect for. It was an honor to be a part of this,” he added.

Larsen was inducted into the Elkhorn Sports Hall of Fame in September along with his son, Eric.

They still got it

The 2nd annual alumni game did not disappoint players or fans, according to Anzalone.

After 7 innings the alumni team edged out the high school summer team 10-9, he said, but the game was close throughout.

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with several lead changes. (There’s) a lot of teasing back and forth between the high school guys and the alumni but everyone walked away without injury and with a smile,” Anzalone said.

“It’s exciting to see all of the guys from years past and catch up on stories. A cookout is held afterwards and it’s a great time for all the players and their families to celebrate baseball and each other,” he added.

Alumni team members included Joe Knopski, Ian Nowell, Lucas Harding, Dan Vandyke, Jordan Vandyke, Taylor Kawczynski, Zach Hunter, Darin Anzalone, Ross Ingersoll, Phil Wester, Danny Wester, Brandon Oglesby, Patrick Glogovski, Rodalfo Loredo, Matt Schnitzler, Dylan Peterson and Kyle Gosh.

A community effort

The press box, Anzalone said, was funded by private donations from local business and community members and the building was constructed by a team of parents, players and coaches.

“Kelly Brazer, the mom of Nick and Jake Rockweiler led the charge organizing

and planning. Jason Brazer designed the structure and was one of the leads during the building process along with Bryan Johnson, of Johnson Home Improvements,” Anzalone said, adding that the City of Elkhorn was both gracious and helpful during the process.

“It was a total community effort and Elkhorn Baseball is blessed to have such amazing players, parents, and community,” he said.

In addition to the sign honoring Larsen, other signs will be placed on the building – one to thank the donors, another to recognize Elks baseball players that continue to play beyond high school.

“We will also place a sign on the south side of the building honoring each alumni that has played college baseball. It will show their name and the logo of the school they attended,” Anzalone said.

He said the new building wouldn’t have been possible without many people stepping forward to help.

“Thank you to the parents, players and community for sharing in the vision. We live and play in a great place and the support is amazing,” he said.

With respect, honor and gratefulness Area veterans treated to special day at EAHS

The veterans

BY Heather entered the Ruenz gymnasium at EDITOR Elkhorn Area High School on a Friday morning last November at varying paces. Some walked on their own accord, others with a cane or assistance while a few were pushed in wheelchairs – all of them treated to an escort by family members and students.

All who had gathered for the fifth annual Veterans Day program – students, staff and community members – remained standing while the more than 90 guests of honor, the local heroes, made their

way down the center aisle, having just finished breakfast in the cafeteria.

After VFW Post 6375 presented the colors and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited – led by Alexandra Moreno, students Annalise Ocken and Anna Krauklis sang the national anthem.

Megan Degner shared the history of “The Star Spangled Banner,” which states that Francis Scott Key penned a poem in 1814 that was later set to music and in 1931 became America’s national anthem. The poem was written after Key had witnessed the Maryland fort being bombarded by the British during the War of 1812.

In sharing the history of Veterans Day, Alexander Johnson • CONTINUED ON PAGE 26

At the Veterans Day program at Elkhorn Area High School in November, veteran Norm Pluess is helped to his feet by his wife and grandson, student Zach Chapman, when Air Force veterans stood during the singing of service anthems for the different branches.

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and Caden Reece explained it’s held the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month to commemorate the armistice signed between the allies of World War I and Germany, and is referred to as Armistice Day. “Unlike Memorial Day, set aside to remember those who died, Veterans Day is largely attended to thank living veterans throughout the United States,” Reece said.

Principal Chris Trottier had a simple message for the veterans.

“We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your service. We are grateful to have you here today,” he said.

‘Send me’

EAHS Class of 2004 graduate Ryan Mashack was the guest speaker at the Nov. 9, 2018 program. After high school, he earned a bachelor’s degree at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.

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After graduating from West Point, he became a platoon leader of the 2nd Infantry at Camp Hovey in South Korea, where he was responsible for training, discipline, combat readiness, morale and welfare of a 32-man reconnaissance platoon.

He earned several promotions: in 2010, to executive officer of the 1st Calvary Division at Fort Hood in Texas; in 2012, to Assistant Operations Officer at Fort Hood; and in 2013, Troop Commander of the 3rd Infantry Division at Fort Stewart in Georgia.

As commander, Mashack was responsible for training, combat readiness and the welfare of 84 soldiers. He planned training to ensure professional competency and was responsible for $85 million worth of equipment and weapons for combat readiness.

Mashack said the last two words in the following verse are meaningful to many veterans: ‘I heard a voice saying, whom shall we send? Who will protect us? Then I said, ‘Here I am, send me.’

“Beyond taking the small step of raising their right hand while taking the oath and signing a contract, many veterans find themselves grappling with their ability to truly sacrifice themselves if needed, but ultimately decide they would do so,” Mashack said.

He said serving in the military takes all kinds of sacrifices, from wanting a warm bed and dry clothes to yearning for a favorite meal.

“Some miss their child’s first birthday, others their grandparent’s 90th,” he said.

When he entered the academy, Mashack said he was confident about what it meant to be an American.

“But I met kids from all over the country and beyond, others who had their own opinion about what it meant. Initially, this was very disconcerting to me, but eventually I realized we were all on the same team and at some point had each said, ‘send me,’” he said.

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One of the most touching parts of the program was a tribute to the armed services sung by the high school choir.

The song featured a medley of military anthems, and as each branch began, the branch was called out with veterans who had served in it asked to stand.

The EAHS band played “The Stars & Stripes Forever” featuring a piccolo solo

by Amber Glassel, followed by a 21-gun salute by Post 6375 and the playing of taps

by Noah Skilling.

Following a moment of silence and the retirement of colors, a guest not on the program was then introduced.

Terry Keyzer, who now lives in Rib Lake, attended Elkhorn Area High School in 1959 but was called to enlist in 1962 and later earned his GED. Last Friday, Sandy Jenkins escorted Keyzer to the stage, where Trottier presented him with an honorary diploma.

Trottier brought the program to a close by requesting a final standing ovation for the veterans, and the crowd obliged with a lengthy, enthusiastic and appreciative applause.

As students began filing out of the gym, those who had served as an escort for a veteran – some whom were relatives, others strangers prior to that morning – could be seen embracing the veteran and their family members.

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For this year’s event at EAHS, Sandy Jenkins, the main organizer of the program – would like to create a local video.

“Our students really embrace the program and respect all of the veterans,” Jenkins wrote on Facebook. “Next year we would like to create our own video.

There have been so many beautiful pictures

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At the Veterans Day program at Elkhorn Area High School last fall, Ryan Mashack, a 2004 graduate of EAHS, shares a message about veterans choosing to serve; EAHS students Annalise Ocken and Anna Krauklis sing the National Anthem.

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posted today to honor family members.”

She plans to enlist the help of staff and students to create a video including music.

Jenkins would like to hear from any veterans or their family members willing to share pictures or short video clips from any branch of the military or related to any war.

For more, contact Jenkins at JENKSA@ elkhorn.k12.wi.us or 262-723-4920.

The Elkhorn Area School District Board of Education meets the second and fourth Mondays of the month at 6 p.m. in the Susan Tully Leibsle Board Room at the 1887 Building. For more information about the district, visit elkhorn.k12.wi.us.

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Students in all grades at First Lutheran School played a role in the school’s performance of “How The West Was Really Won,” last year. Trying to stay entertained during a rehearsal are (from the left, front row first) Elianna Heuer, Benson Drake, Joshua Nolte, Emily Lemke, Kaliam Brill, Nora Hintz and Maddie Garcia.

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The calendar of events is compiled from a variety of sources. Although we make every attempt to provide accurate information, we suggest you verify information about specific events prior to making travel plans.

23 Barnyard Bargain Bonanza indoor flea market, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Walworth County Fairgrounds’ Activity Center, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Free admission and parking. Call 262-723-3228.

10-12 Lakeland Players will present 45 years “Alive and Still Kickin” at the historic Sprague Theater, 15 W. Walworth St., Elkhorn. Call 262-728-5578 or visit lakeland-players.org.

25 EAHS Auto Club’s Annual Car Show, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Join the Elkhorn Area High School Auto Club for its annual show, featuring 50s and 60s automobiles, food and beverages.

Registration is $5. Held on the Elkhorn Area High School grounds, 482 E. Geneva St.

23 Spring Comedy Dinner,

11 Lakeland Rabbit Breeders Show, Activity Center, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-7233228.

28 Shrine Circus, grandstand, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-7233228.

11-12 Jericho Productions Horse Show, horse arena, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-723-3228.

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15-16 Carriage Classic, draft horse arena, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-723-3228.

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19 – Pork Chop Cookout, 4 to 7 p.m., an annual event at the Walworth County Fairgrounds’ Activity Center, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. On the menu: two boneless pork chops, baked potato, cole slaw, applesauce, rye bread, ice cream and a beverage.

Tickets are $11 in advance or $12 at the door. Proceeds will support renovations to buildings. Dessert from the Fairest Scholarship Committee will be available at an additional cost. Call 262-723-3228.

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5:30 p.m. at Evergreen Country Club, N6246 Highway 12, Elkhorn, featuring comedians Paul Farahvar and Greg Schwem. Tickets are $50 a person and includes appetizers as well as a traditional Irish cuisine dinner buffet. Call the club at 262723-5722.

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7 4-H Spaghetti Dinner,

Walworth County Fairgrounds’ Activity Center, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-723-3228.

20 Fur & Feather Swap, 7 to 10 a.m., Walworth County Fairgrounds’ Activity Center, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-7233228.

27 Boots & Saddle Horse Show, horse arena, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-723-3228.

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17-19 Lakeland Players

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19 Antique Flea Market, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. It’s held four times a year and features more than 500 vendors and a variety of unique treasures. Admission for spectators is $5 a person. Call 414-525-0820 or visit nlpromotionsllc.com.

24-26 Wisconsin State

Goat Show, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-723-3228.

JUNE Horse Show, horse arena, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-7233228.

Lights), 5 to 10 p.m., at Harris Park, 3 N. Jackson St., Elkhorn.

A free community event for the entire family featuring baseball and softball games under the lights, concessions and raffles, inflatable fun, face painting, child-friendly activities and more. Call 262-7415114.

15 Walworth County Farm Bureau Dairy Breakfast, 6 to 10:30 a.m. at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Take a tour of Walworth County while eating a delicious breakfast, see live animals, crafters and more. Call 262-723-3228.

15 Elkhorn City Wide Rummage Sale, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., throughout Elkhorn. Explore and shop area rummage sales.

Stop by the Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce that week to pick up a map showing the rummage sales that placed an ad. Look for specials and deals from area businesses that weekend as well. Offers a great opportunity to shop, dine and explore Elkhorn. Call 262-723-5788.

15 4-H Horse Show, horse arena, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-723-3228.

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At the Star Spangled Celebration last summer, held at Sunset Park in Elkhorn (from the left) Emily Kruse and Alliah North show off their Independence Day spirit and smiles while Liam McNamara tries his hand at one of the kids’ games.

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a bang starting at 5 p.m., at Elkhorn’s Sunset Park, 200 Devendorf St. Music will be performed in the historic band shell by the Holton Band at 7:30 p.m., while the entire evening will feature a variety of kids activities, and food and snacks will be available for purchase from the Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce, Elkhorn 4-H Club and Elkhorn FFA. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on, invite family and friends and have some summer fun that will end with a spectacular fireworks show at dusk. Call 262-723-5788.

29 Wisconsin Walking Horse Show, horse arena, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-723-3228.

30 Antique Flea Market,

7 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. It’s held four times a year and features more than 500 vendors and a variety of unique treasures. Admission for spectators is $5 a person. Call 414-525-0820 or visit nlpromotionsllc. com.

JULY

11-14 Join the 4th Annual

Elkhorn Ribfest at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn, featuring a national rib

competition presented by Miller and Frank’s Piggly Wiggly. The event features live music throughout, food, an artisan vendor alley, a beer garden and camping. It’s open 3 to 11 p.m., Thursday, July 11, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday and Saturday, July 12 and 13, and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday, July 14. Call 262-723-3228 or visit walworthcountyfair.com under “events.”

17 Junior Beef Steak Cookout, 4 to 7 p.m., Activity Center, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St. Call 262-723-3228.

20 4-H Fun Horse Show, horse

arena, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262723-3228.

21 Relay for Life, 4 to 11:55 p.m., Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. An annual fundraiser for the American Cancer Society featuring a local honorary speaker, themed laps, activities, food and more with all proceeds going to the ACS. For more information visit cancer.org or like and follow “Relay For Life of Walworth County WI” on Facebook.

25-28 Andalusian Midwest Horse Show, horse arena,

Special assignment Members of the Elkhorn Police Department – Alvin Brandl and Robert Rayfield – man the grill at the brat hut outside Frank’s Piggly Wiggly last summer at a fundraiser to support the department’s scholarship fund.

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Saturdays on the Square A new but old tradition returns to Elkhorn this year with Saturdays on the Square. It will be held 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturdays in Veteran’s Park, beginning May 18 through Oct. 12 (other than July 6 and Aug. 31.)

The weekly event will feature a farm market element along with crafters, local food stands and a community counter. There are also plans to offer weekly themes or activity, or to feature a local event or organization.

In an effort to expand the community outreach at Saturdays on the Square, local clubs and nonprofits as well as businesses are welcome to show their products or share information.

For details read the story near the front of this section. To learn more stop by the chamber, 203 E. Walworth St., Elkhorn, or call (262) 723-5788.

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28 Pediatric Brain Tumor Ride for Kids, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call Meghan at 262-7494413.

29-30 Burlington Kennel Dog Show, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-723-3228.

AUGUST

2-3 Elkhorn Corn & Brat Days, Veterans Park in the downtown square, Elkhorn. Enjoy the sounds, smells and tastes of summer at this annual event being revived by the Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce. Beginning at 11 a.m., Friday, Aug. 2, artisans and crafters will be on the square while corn and brats are served until 7 p.m. On Saturday, Aug. 3, the hours will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Walk around, do a little shopping and bring the kids as there will be activities for them such as bounce houses, slides and more.

Enjoy a variety of entertainment as well including performances by local community groups such as the Elkhorn Flying Dragons and Toe To Toe Ballet School. Call 262-7235788.

3-4 34th Annual Summer

Elkhorn Madison Classic Swap Meet & Car Show at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. A show that features more than 1,300 car part vendors, hundreds of cars for sale in the Cars for Sale Corral and more than 13,000 spectators. It will feature Chevelles and Novas though all makes and models are welcome.

Spectator admission is $7 for adults and kids 13 and older (parking at the fairgrounds is available for $3) and a wide selection of food will be for sale. The hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday. Dash plaques for the first 200 vehicles registered. For details call 608-244-3228 or visit madisonclassics.com.

10-11 Jericho Productions

Open Horse Show, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-723-3228.

11 Antique Flea Market, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. It’s held four times a year and features more than 500 vendors and a variety of unique treasures.

Admission for spectators is $5 a person. Call 414-525-0820 or visit nlpromotionsllc.com.

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15-18 NBHA State Barrel Races, horse arena, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-723-3228.

16-17 Midwest Pro Rodeo will return to the Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. For more information visit bighatrodeo.com or call 815-6481971.

28-Sept. 2 The 170th

Walworth County Fair, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. The six-day fair features exhibitors, a variety of food vendors, a Midway with rides and games for kids and adults of all ages, numerous entertainment acts from the tractor pulls to horse races to live music acts. For details visit walworthcountyfair.com or call 262-723-3228.

SEPTEMBER

14-15 Mid American Draft

Horse Versatility Show, horse arena, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Email drafthorseaholic61@ outlook.com

29 Antique Flea Market,

7 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Walworth

County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Admission for spectators is $5 a person. Call 414525-0820 or visit nlpromotionsllc. com.

OCTOBER 5-6 Flat Track Motorcycle Races, racetrack/grandstand, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-7233228.

19 Elkhorn Oktoberfest, an

annual celebration in downtown Elkhorn. Stroll Veterans Park on the square beginning at 9 a.m. to see more than 100 crafters and vendors showcasing handcrafted items, antiques, produce and plants, home party consultants and more. The north parking lot of the government center will feature the annual car show from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event offers kids activities including games, pumpkin decorating, bounce house and more. Grab a bite from one of several food vendors on site and stop by the chili cook-off between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Adults are welcome to the beer and wine tasting area, 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., and all visitors can enjoy live entertainment.

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The annual Elkhorn Christmas Card Town Parade in December, 2018 was a cold, rainy affair but that didn’t stop parade entries from making their way through town or onlookers. Chamber director Chris Clapper, Elkhorn Police Department Capt. Al Brandl and officer Corbin Renner smile through the raindrops. Other events held in Elkhorn, also known as Christmas Card Town, include a tree lighting ceremony on the square and a Santa reception at the library.

26 Out of the Darkness Walk, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-723-3228.

crafts while kids wait to share their list with Santa. Call 262-723-5788 for details.

26 Scare on the Square, an annual event held the fourth Saturday in October from 2 to 4 p.m., at Jackson Elementary School, 13 N. Jackson St. Offering fun for the entire family from kids’ activities to storytelling to costume contests and more. Hosted by the Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce, the Elkhorn Recreation Department and MercyHealth System.

Sale, First Congregational United Church of Christ, 76 S. Wisconsin St., Elkhorn. Stock up on an assortment of holiday cookies at the sale, which opens at 10 a.m. until sold out. Call 262-723-3246.

NOVEMBER

9 Holiday Affair Craft Fair, 9

a.m. to 4 p.m. at various locations: Walworth County Fairgrounds (Activity Center and Log Cabin), Sperino’s Monte Carlo Room, St. Patrick’s School, Elkhorn Middle School, Elkhorn Area High School and Jackson School. The 15th Annual event is a round robin style craft show with more than 250 crafters held the second Saturday in November. Admission is $2.

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6 Experience small-town comfort and the joy of the holiday season in Christmas Card Town.

At 6:30 p.m., things will kick off with Elkhorn’s Christmas Tree Lighting at the downtown square featuring Santa Claus and his helper. Afterwards, all are invited to Matheson Memorial Library for the Santa and Mrs. Claus reception.

There, enjoy complimentary hot chocolate, cookies, music and

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Town Parade, 1:30 p.m. Bundle up and grab a spot downtown to watch the annual parade featuring numerous entries, including many Christmas-decorated floats, novelty acts, music, animals and of course, a special ride for Santa and Mrs. Claus. Call 262-723-5788.

14 Holton Band Holiday

Concert, 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.), Elkhorn Area High School, 482 E. Geneva St., Elkhorn.

This annual concert by the local community band is offered free but tickets are required and will be available beginning Nov. 4 at the Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce. Call 262-723-5788.

21 A Child’s Nutcracker, presented by Toe To Toe Ballet School at 2 p.m. Tickets required. To purchase tickets and for more information visit toetotoeballetschool.com.

25 Christmas Day Community Meal, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce, 203 E. Walworth St. A free community meal offered on Christmas Day. For more information, or to get involved call the chamber at 262-723-5788.

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