Author: Jason Arndt
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District eyes plan consultant
Trevor-Wilmot delves deeper into consolidation By Jason Arndt Staff Writer The Trevor-Wilmot Consolidated School Board on Dec. 1 continued to mull options related to the hiring of a consultant to conduct its strategic planning initiative. For about a year, the district opted for a strategic plan, promoting its consolidation efforts. Michelle Garven, school administrator, said…
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Students mentoring students
School-to-work partnership continues to thrive at Lakewood School By Jason Arndt Staff Writer A partnership between Lakewood School and Wilmot Union High School has grown since the launch of Lakewood’s Child and Family Enrichment program last year. The program, known as CAFE, is a free after-school program made possible through a grant. CAFÉ’s mission is…
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Obregon’s mother is released
She gets probation for aiding son’s flight By Jason Arndt Staff Writer While Andrew Obregon remains jailed on 32 criminal charges, his mother was placed on probation for a year last week for her role in helping the alleged murder suspect. Susan Obregon, 60, originally charged with two felony counts of harboring a felon and…
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New coach takes over promising squad
By Jason Arndt Staff Writer A new coach can bring a fresh attitude to a boys basketball program. That is the hope for the Westosha Central High School boys basketball squad entering the 2015-16 season under the helm of James Hyllberg. The new coach retained all three assistant coaches that served under Mikel Mala last…
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Lady Panthers open season with two wins
By Jason Arndt Staff Writer According to sixth-year coach Keiya Square, the Wilmot Union High School girls basketball team is moving forward, maintaining its goal of capturing a Southern Lakes Conference title this season. The Panthers (12-12 overall) finished the 2014-15 season tied for fourth with Burlington at 7-7, but came up short of winning…
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Middling expectations for Lady Falcons
By Jason Arndt Staff Writer If history is any indication, Westosha Central High School’s girls basketball squad could meet its goal of finishing among the top four in the Southern Lakes Conference this year. In 2014-15, the Falcons finished sixth in the SLC at 5-9 (11-11 overall), but lost in its WIAA Division 2 regional…
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Twin Lakes ready for holiday cheer
Trees on Parade is this weekend By Jason Arndt Staff Writer Holiday joy and enthusiasm are expected to fill the Village of Twin Lakes at this weekend’s 10th annual Trees on Parade and Holiday Shopping events. Trees on Parade, presented by the Twin Lakes Area Chamber and Business Association, runs Friday and Saturday. Allied Plastics,…
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False alarm on the Fox River
Flood warning canceled Saturday By Jason Arndt Staff Writer The Fox River near New Munster did not reach flood stage as anticipated Saturday, resulting in the National Weather Service canceling the flood warning issued Friday. The flood warning followed two inches of rain last week that caused the River to reach 9-1/2 feet. Meteorologists…
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Silo fire caused by composting effect
No injuries reported on Salem property By Jason Arndt Staff Writer Authorities ruled a silo fire on a Town of Salem farm field Sunday was a result of a composting effect. The contents of the 70-foot-tall silo were smoldering, based on reports from the owners of the property in the 23300 block of 60th…
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Central musical ends its run with a bang
Director, actors pleased with run of ‘Annie Get Your Gun’ By Jason Arndt Staff Writer After nearly four months of auditions and rehearsal, Westosha Central High School’s musical presentation of “Annie Get Your Gun” came off without a hitch. The musical, which was performed on three nights last week, had approximately 800 people in attendance.…