01 May 2024

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Can’t Miss: Campbellsport Firemen’s Picnic & Parade

Can’t Miss: Campbellsport Firemen’s Picnic & Parade


Can’t Miss: Campbellsport Firemen’s Picnic & Parade If you are looking for something fun to do while you are in the Kettle Moraine area over the Fourth of July holiday, take a drive to the scenic Village of Campbellsport located just west of the forest. The Campbellsport Fire Department’s (CFD) annual picnic and parade are always celebrated on July 3 and 4, and everyone in the village
29 April 2024

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Sheila Gertrude Weis

Sheila Gertrude Weis


Sheila Gertrude (Emmer) Weis, age 79, formerly of Campbellsport, passed away December 7, 2023, surrounded by her family in Summerfield, Florida, where she resided for seven years. Sheila was born October 21, 1944, in Campbellsport, the daughter of Clarence and Gertrude (Bassill) Emmer.  She graduated from Campbellsport High School in 1962.  On May 30, 1964, Sheila married Michael Weis at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church in Campbellsport. Sheila established many long-term friendships as owner of Sheila’s Beauty Salon in Campbellsport for 43 years.  As a member of St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, she volunteered by designing hair for the Campbellsport CYO and community plays, helping at church dinners, decorating inside church, and planting flowers on the church grounds.   She enjoyed playing cards with neighbors and family, watching Green Bay Packer and WI Badger football games, and sharing her famous chocolate chip cookies savored by family, neighbors, and friends.  Sheila took pleasure in maintaining her beautiful flower gardens. After moving to Florida, Sheila shared her love of flower gardens by caring for the flowers at Stonecrest Country Club, and as a member of a Stonecrest Garden Club.  She loved going for boat rides with the family.  Sheila is survived by her husband of almost 60 years, Michael; son, Timothy (Gigi) Weis of Summerfield, FL; siblings, Leo (Beverly) Emmer, David (Janet) Emmer, Mary (Andrew) Floyd, Sue Emmer (Steve Goebel); sisters-in-law, Barb (Eric Falk), and Marjean Weis; nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Sheila was preceded in death by her father and mother in-law, Raymond “Buck” and Margaret Weis; brothers-in-law, Jerome (Beverly) Weis and Lewis Weis; and sister-in-law, Eileen (Donny) Klein. In lieu of flowers, charitable donations may be made in Sheila’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the charity of your choice. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, May 10, at 11 a.m. at St. Matthew's Catholic Church, 406 E. Main St., Campbellsport. Rev. Mark Jones will officiate and burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at the Church from 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass on Friday, May 10. Twohig Funeral Home is assisting the family with guestbook and condolences at  www.twohigfunerals.com (920) 533-4422.
24 April 2024

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KHS Principal Position is the Right  Opportunity for Kevin Bryant

KHS Principal Position is the Right Opportunity for Kevin Bryant


KHS Principal Position is the Right Opportunity for Kevin Bryant GAYLE RYDSTROM JOURNALIST Kevin Bryant has never adhered to career timelines, education wasn’t even his initial thought for a career. The Racine native has always believed in staying where he is unless the right opportunity comes along. Currently the Associate Principal at Slinger High School, Kevin found that right opportunity.

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Navigating the Medication Maze:  Finding Balance in Health

Navigating the Medication Maze: Finding Balance in Health


| PUBLISHER LETTER | Navigating the Medication Maze: Finding Balance in Health Dear Reader, In today’s world, medications have become ubiquitous, with many of us relying on pharmaceuticals to manage various illnesses and conditions. Whether it’s a daily vitamin, a painkiller for a headache, or a prescription medication for a chronic condition, the use of drugs to address health concerns

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Born to Seek  Reelection to State  Assembly

Born to Seek Reelection to State Assembly


Born to Seek Reelection to State Assembly Mark Born (R-Beaver Dam) announced on April 8 that he will seek reelection, to the Wisconsin State Assembly, and issued the following statement: “It has been an honor representing our communities in the State Assembly. I look forward to spending time with the constituents of the 37th Assembly District discussing our recent accomplishments and hearing

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RURAL WRITES

RURAL WRITES


| RURAL WRITES | G.A. SCHEINOHA CONTRIBUTOR Some of us live in five and dime dreams. We remember when a trip to Fond du Lac meant a stop at either Kresges or Woolworths. Inside the former, mirrored pillars hurled confusing reflections, when seen out of the corner of your eye. At both, lunch counters with gaudy vinyl and chrome stools solidly mounted to the floor beckoned. A juice machine

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