It’s the rebirth of American’s oldest and largest elm. At 110 feet tall and over 230 years old, this venerable tree had survived more than a dozen bouts of Dutch elm disease. Children of the Town of Yarmouth, Maine, named the famous elm “Herbie.”
State 23 expansion updates listed
The Wisconsin Dept. of Transportation has released details of scheduled work for two portions of the planned expansion for State 23, between Plymouth and Fond du Lac. Location: A 5.34-mile stretch, from […]
How all can get vaccine detailed
Gov. Tony Evers, with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has announced everyone age 16 and over will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine starting April 5, 2021. Wisconsin currently leads […]
Sheboygan band’s new album four years in production
“After some deep hibernation over the last several years, we are excited to share new music this spring.” So says Erik Neave, of the Sheboygan-based band, Cedarwell. Neave adds, “The digital version of our eight-song […]
Bank donation makes new fitness center possible
Oostburg State Bank is proud to announce a donation of $75,000 to the Oostburg School District in support of the Oostburg School District’s ongoing capital improvements. The donation will be used for […]
Fairest of Fair sought
Applications are Live for the 2021 Sheboygan County Fairest of the Fair Position! The smell of corn dogs, Wisconsin Cheese, and the famous 4-H shakes fill the air. What does that mean? […]
A bit overweight? You qualify for vaccine
Starting Monday March 22nd, the next group of people who are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine are “individuals with certain medical conditions.” Many of these medical conditions are quite serious, such as liver disease or coronary artery disease. However there’s a simple “medical condition” on the list that qualifies at least 67% of all adult Wisconsinites: being “overweight.”
Online workshop for caregivers offered
Powerful Tools for Caregivers, an evidence-based workshop for family caregivers, will be offered by the Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Sheboygan County, ONLINE for six consecutive Thursdays from 10 am […]
Sheboygan – A city defined by water
by Beth Dippel for The Beacon The Sheboygan County Historical Research Center’s newest book is Sheboygan, A City Defined by Water. The book chronicles the growth of the settlement from its earliest […]
ROOTS honored as Tree Champion
The Wisconsin Urban Forestry Council has announced awards honoring those dedicated to protecting, preserving and increasing the number of trees that line city streets, fill community parks and beautify neighborhoods throughout Wisconsin. […]