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Local movie buff Jim Stevens reviews films, first-runs and rentals, for Lake Country Publications in his column "Lake Theater," named in honor of the old cinema in his hometown of Pewaukee.
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Latest: 'Captain America'
(July 26, 2011)
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Latest: 2009-10 budget hearing at annual meeting
(July 21, 2009)
Shooting for the future
Setting up the perfect shot takes skill. It requires focus, accuracy and the right alignment; something that Mukwonago High School (MHS) senior Sean Lenz is adept at, both on and off the field. It is this ability to take great soccer and photo shots that has landed Lenz local and national recognition, and a spot at a dream college.
MHS senior among top divas in singing contest
With each contestant's name called, working up to the winner of the 2012 Diva Quest, Mukwonago High School senior Ali Beisbier's anticipation grew as she remained standing on the risers. Out of 10 young female singers chosen as finalists, five would receive scholarships in the competition designed to help young women cultivate their vocal skills while emphasizing and promoting personal growth and self-confidence.
Mukwonago resident recalls Packer memories
The Packers season has come to a bittersweet end after a near perfect season. But despite the disappointment fans surely feel, one losing season isn't enough to deter one Mukwonago fan from his lifelong dedication to the Green and Gold.
Late arrival made this baby our winner
Jeana Leeman was hoping for a Christmas baby.
Hobby farm plows into the past
The modern world is all about bigger, better and faster while the slow, rural life is quickly fading away. But one little East Troy farm is proving that taking a step back and looking at the ways things used to be might not be all that bad.
Will Indians mascot be decided by Supreme Court?
The lawyer representing two Mukwonago men in a lawsuit against the state's mascot law is seeking to have the case sent directly to the state Supreme Court, rather than going through the Court of Appeals.(18)
MHS dance team claims title
Over the past several years the Mukwonago High School dance team has placed in the top five at state competition for both poms and kick, but was always just shy of a state title. All that changed in La Crosse on Feb. 4 as the Mukwonago dancers claimed their first state championship in six years.
Stage brings life to Charlie Brown
Mukwonago High School students are deep into rehearsals for "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" based on the comic strip "Peanuts" by Charles M. Schulz; book, music and lyrics by Clark Gesner.
Students shine through reading skills
Rolling Hills Elementary kindergarten student Katelyn Kaczinski looked up and smiled as she turned each page of the book, "When Grandma Visits Me," as she read aloud to interpretive reading judge Kim Hinz, a first-grade teacher at Rolling Hills. Finishing the book Kaczinski beamed as Hinz congratulated her on looking up from her reading, one of the elements of reading aloud that can challenge young readers.
MHS debate team rises to top of state
The Mukwonago High School debate team won two state titles at the varsity and novice levels during the state tournament on Jan. 21 and 22, capping the most successful season ever in MHS debate team history, according to MHS debate coach Dan Hansen.
Generac to create hundreds of jobs
Generac will create 300 to 400 new jobs over the next year at its plants in Waukesha, Whitewater and Eagle.
New store booms into Big Bend
A bang of a store will be open for business sometime next year as American Fireworks broke ground on Thursday, Sept. 22 at its future site, W228 S7080 Enterprise Drive, Big Bend.
Downsizing means new career for local man
Normally at this time of year, Craig Brown would be working around the retail clock - just as he had for the past 17 years - as manager for a local Walmart store. This season, however, the father of four is home with his family after being let go by the giant retailer. Unlike the estimated five unemployed workers vying for every available job, though, Brown chose a path less traveled by purchasing a franchise business.
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Citizens Bank of Mukwonago on the rebound
After receiving an order to take measures to improve the strength of the bank earlier this year, Citizens Bank of Mukwonago appears poised to turn a profit in 2011.
Citizens Bank comes under fire
Citizens Bank of Mukwonago has come under criticism by bank regulators and ordered to take measures to strengthen the bank.
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- Relay For Life of Lake Country Kickoff-Monday, February 13th
- Oconomowoc Newcomers & Neighbors Monthly Mingle Tues Feb. 14
- UW-Waukesha Continuing Education Classes Offered the week of February 12-18, 2012
- The Rock River Patriots Welcome G. Edward Griffin To Wisconsin
- Master Composter Training Workshop Offiered
- Sussex-Menomonee Falls-Pewaukee Relay For Life Kickoff Event Sunday, February 19th 3:00 PM
- Open House at St. John's Lutheran Mukwonago
- Anti-Bullying assembly
- Summerstage "Break-A-Leg Gala"
- Pancakes at the House
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