After the ball

After the ball

(Westine Report, Jan. 29, 2026) Union Grove’s Natalie Hammes corrals the ball after a steal during the first half of a non-conference victory on Jan. 24 South Milwaukee. (Michael Stefanich Jr. photo)
Artist at work

Artist at work

(Burlington Standard Press, Jan. 29, 2026) Burlington’s Mike Austin fine tunes his ice sculpture featuring a turtle during the 2025 Wisconsin State Ice Carving Championship at Wehmhoff Square Park in Burlington. This year’s festival is slated for Feb. 7. (Jason...
A special vistor

A special vistor

(Elkhorn Independent, Jan. 29, 2026) Elkhorn culinary arts teacher Jenny Wehmeier took time to introduce the food at the Pro-Am Culinary Showdown Sunday with the help of her “partner,” Remy. (Jennifer Eisenbart photo)
Fine cuisine – showdown style

Fine cuisine – showdown style

(Elkhorn Independent, Jan. 29, 2026) The second annual Pro-Am Culinary Showdown was held Sunday at Lake Lawn Resort in Delavan. The team from the Career and College Academy and Simple Food Ground brings their dish to the judges. (Jennifer Eisenbart photo)