The phrase that comes to mind is, “Kicking them when they’re down.”
As if the shock of a cancer diagnosis isn’t enough, it arrives with a disorienting storm of complicated medical, financial,
This series shines a light on the moments and voices that shape where we live and celebrate the people, stories, and spaces that give our communities their character. It’s your front‑row ticket to the magic happening right in our own backyard. Think of it as a joyful stroll through the people, passions, and hidden gems that make our communities shine. From dream‑chasing entrepreneurs to heart‑warming neighborhood traditions, each story is a reminder of how vibrant life becomes when we celebrate one another. Dive in and get inspired by the faces and places that make this region feel like home.
Monday, November 02, 2026 by Bill Barth & Stephanie Klett
The phrase that comes to mind is, “Kicking them when they’re down.”
As if the shock of a cancer diagnosis isn’t enough, it arrives with a disorienting storm of complicated medical, financial,
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 by Bill Barth & Stephanie Klett
What would October be without a Haunted Hayride?
For many folks, Halloween is the year’s favorite and most festive holiday. A good fright is part of the package.
The Lake Geneva region has been able
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 by Bill Barth & Stephanie Klett
If picking apples in the fall is your thing, Royal Oak Farm Orchard checks every box.
There are more than 22,000 apple trees, with more than 30 varieties from old favorites like Honeycrisp and Red
Monday, September 21, 2026 by Bill Barth & Stephanie Klett
Let’s start with some timeless observations on the value of flexing our brains, human beings’ most important organ.
“Intellectual growth should commence at birth and only cease at death.” – Albert
Wednesday, August 26, 2026 by Bill Barth & Stephanie Klett
At The American Hotel in Williams Bay we discovered the meaning of the phrase “extreme makeover.”
The American is located at 47 W. Geneva St., the former site of the Bayside Motel, which might gently
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 by Bill Barth & Stephanie Klett
Let’s begin with a confession. We showered our beloved mini schnauzer Scruffy with love every day of his nearly 15-year life.
We did not, however, shower his furry little body often enough. Too much
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 by Bill Barth & Stephanie Klett
ELKHORN – Larry Gaffey is a bear of a man, one you don’t expect to be moved to tears.
“You see these kids working here,” he said when asked what he loves about the Walworth County Fair. “It’s a
Wednesday, July 29, 2026 by Bill Barth & Stephanie Klett
If you’re searching for the path to peace and harmony, the best vehicle to get there could be your own two feet.
We visited White River County Park – it’s Walworth County’s largest at nearly 200 acres
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 by Bill Barth & Stephanie Klett
ELKHORN – Who doesn’t love a bargain?
The Walworth County Historical Society has one of the best deals in the region, selling individual memberships for $15 a year or $25 for a family. It gets better.
Wednesday, July 01, 2026 by Bill Barth & Stephanie Klett
History and tradition are best learned by living it.
At Old World Wisconsin that’s a business plan, where preserving and passing on the immigrant pioneer experience has been the mission for 50 years.