Author: Jason Arndt
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Fully-charged battery
Westosha Central duo helped lead Falcons to state title By Jason Arndt Staff Writer The battery of Westosha Central’s Kayla Konwent, a catcher, and pitcher Alyssa Hrncar was one of the leading factors for the Lady Falcons WIAA Division state softball title last year. The Westosha Central High School duo garnered first-team all-state honors during…
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Area communities collaborate on economic development
Goal is a consistent message that touts entire county By Gail Peckler-Dziki Correspondent Last year, according to Kenosha County Planning and Development director Andy Buehler, his department began a conversation with the Kenosha Area Business Alliance, the village of Pleasant Prairie and Downtown Kenosha Inc. about expanding commercial development in Kenosha County. The initial players…
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Local officials seek improvement on new ACT mandate
By Jason Arndt Staff Writer School officials were not surprised when the Department of Public Instruction revealed a drop in statewide ACT exam scores last week. A new state mandate requires all juniors to take the exam. Statewide, the average composite score dropped from 22.2 to 20, and a drop occurred at the local level…
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Westosha turns in an energetic performance
By Jennifer Eisenbart Staff Writer With several shades of green and hints of the fabled Audrey 2, Westosha Central Swing Inc. started its season Saturday at Burlington’s Chocolate City Showcase. While Westosha didn’t make the cut to finals – the top six of 15 choirs between the prep and open divisions – the group received…
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Depth helps overcome Kirk’s absence
By Jason Arndt Staff Writer Even without one of their leading scorers, the Panthers defeated visiting Waterford to stay in control of the Southern Lakes Conference Friday, courtesy of a deep bench and inside game. Senior guard Sam Kirk, who is second with 12.8 points per game, missed the game due to illness. But, courtesy…
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Decathletes in pursuit of National Title berth
Wilmot Union wins regional contest By Jason Arndt Staff Writer After capturing a regional title at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Jan. 8, Wilmot Union High School’s academic decathlon squad is in pursuit of its third consecutive state championship. However, standing in the way is Waukesha West, who is 155 points ahead of Wilmot in the…
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Falcons take sole possession of SLC
Second half keyed Westosha Central to victory By Jason Arndt Staff Writer After a halftime deadlock, Westosha Central High School produced when it counted, according to boys basketball coach James Hyllberg. The Falcons, tied at 30 against visiting Burlington, outscored the Demons 46-34 in the second half to secure first place in the Southern Lakes…
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New Year brings two new eras in Twin Lakes
By Jason Arndt Staff Writer In its first regular board meeting of 2016, the Village of Twin Lakes welcomed two new eras, both in administration and law enforcement. At the board meeting, the village introduced Julie Harms as the new Village Clerk, replacing Cathy Richardson, whose last day was Jan. 8. “We didn’t swear her…
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Brenner pours in 37
Senior’s effort not enough in nonconference loss to Bradford By Jason Arndt Staff Writer Bobby Brenner did all he could for a depleted Panthers boys basketball squad against non conference opponent Kenosha Bradford Saturday. The senior 6-foot-3 shooting guard amassed 37 points, collected nine rebounds, pitched in two steals and had a blocked shot in…
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WINTER’S GLOW
Wilmot Mountain ski hill shines against the night sky on a recent evening at the facility 11931 Fox River Road. (Photo by Earlene Frederick)