Farewell to a Friend - Village of Union Grove

SUMMER 2015
Farewell to a Friend
John Korzilius Retires after 42 Years
by Julie Rossman
Village Voice Editor
For the last 42 years, John Korzilius has been a fixture
at Bob’s Mobil on Main Street in Union Grove. He actually worked
for the two previous owners, before Bob’s Mobil. When he began
in 1973, the business was known as Union Grove Consumers Coop, until 1983, when it
became Farmers Grain and Supply. In 1988 it beacme Bob’s Mobil.
Over the years, John’s job changed along with the times. He started out manning the car wash, always meticulously drying off customers’ windows as they drove out
of the car wash. He also pumped gas at the full service pumps. But as the car wash was
shut down, and full service was phased out, he moved back in the shop to repair tires
and fill LP tanks.
“I have no idea how many tires I’ve fixed,” John said as he reflected on his career.
No doubt, he’s probably fixed a tire for a good portion of Union Grove residents over the
years. In fact, upon hearing about his retirement, he said many customers came in saying “Who’s gonna fix my tires?”
But he was quick to say he trained a young man to do the job well.
When he began at the Coop, gas was just 24.9 cents/gallon, “And that was full
service,” Korzilius said. Long-time residents will remember pulling up to the tanks and
rolling down their windows, to me met by Korzilius, asking how he could help.
“I’m gonna miss dealing with people and helping people,” he said. “I won’t miss
working in the cold,” he added.
John and his wife, Candy, have two grown daughters and five grandchildren.
Long ago, John said he promised his wife they would one day move to be closer to
them. “One day” has arrived, and the Korzilius’ have moved to the Appleton area.
Korzilius says he really looks forward to having time to attend his grandchildrens’ activities. “It may sound trite, but I’m gonna spend more time with the grandkids,”
he said.
Korzilius’ last day at Bob’s Mobil was April 18, when employees held an open
house in his honor.
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Letters to the President ..............2
Heath Dept. Tips ...........................3
Recreation Round-up ..................4
Chamber of Commerce ..............5
Village News ...................................6
Library Corner ..................................6
Lions Club........................................7
Dept. of Public Works ..................8
Kiwanis Club .....................................8
Fire Department Tips...................8
Church and School News ..........9
Free Canoe Lessons .....................9
Foodbank News/Car Show..... 10
Comm Development Auth..... 11
Save the Date .............................. 12
Letters to the President
Third graders at Union Grove Elementary School wrote some letters to Village President Mike
Aimone, as part of a class assignment, telling him what type of businesses they would like to see
in Union Grove. Here’s a sample of those letters...
Dear Mr. Aimone,
Village of Union Grove
Board Members
President
Mike Aimone
maimone@
uniongrove.net
Trustees
Teresa Holm
Tim Mallach
Chris Gallagher
Gordon Svendsen
Michael Younglove
Adam Graf
I think Union Grove should get an ice skating rink. First it would be nice to have
families take a break from all the work and have something fun to do in our own community. Also ice skating gives people good exercise and some fresh air. Finally, if you sold
things like hot chocolate for kids and coffee for parents, the community could nake some
money. I hope you accept this great idea.
Sincerely,
Malaia
Dear Mr. Aimone,
In our community I would like to have a sledding hill. One reason is because lots of
people like sledding. Also, some people might not get to sled in the winter. Finally, it will
make people get out of the house more. I think a sledding hill would be a fun activity for
the people who live in Union Grove. I hope you consider this idea!
Director of Public Works
Mark Osmundsen
mosmundsen@
uniongrove.net
Clerk-Treasurer
Jill Kopp
[email protected]
Deputy Clerk-Treasurer
Liz Schwertfeger
[email protected]
Deputy Clerk
Roberta Campbell
Sincerely,
Cameron
Dear Mr. Aimone,
I would like a Game Stop here in Union Grove. At a Game Stop store people could
get new or used stuff for many different systems and XBOX One and 360. First I think many
kids would like a Game Stop because they don’t have one in Union Grove right now. If we
had this store kids could return stuff if they needed to. Finally since our community doesn’t
have a lot of stores, a Game Stop would give Union Grove some variety. I would really like
it if you considered my idea.
Sincerely,
Village Inspector
James DeLuca
Recreation Director
Kim Terpstra
Newsletter Editor
Julie Rossman
Carter
Dear Mr. Aimone,
Union Grove should get a chocolate factory. One reason is because it would make
Union Grove smell awesome! Also, by having a chocolate factory, we could get more candy in
the stores. Finally, having a chocolate factory in our community would give people a place
to work. Those are my reasons that we should get a chocolate factory in Union Grove.
Sincerely,
Carter
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From the Central Racine County Health Department
Summer Safety for Kids
Water Safety
Kids slip, fall, and tumble; that’s a normal part of growing up.
Summertime is a great time for learning through exploring the
outdoors, and there are things we can do to ensure that kids
avoid serious injuries.
Use U.S. Coast Guard approved life jackets on boats and around
open bodies of water.
Car Safety
Check the fit of the life jacket by having your child raise both
arms straight up. If the life jacket hits the child’s chin or ears, it
may be too big or need to be tightened.
The majority of car seats are not used correctly. Read and follow
a car seat’s manual. If you have questions, certified technicians
are available at the health department to help with installation.
Tell children never to enter a body of water without an adult
present.
Every summer, children die from heatstroke in vehicles. Never
leave your child alone in a car. If you see a child alone in a car,
call 911.
Prevent illnesses like West Nile virus and Lyme disease - avoid
mosquito bites, and do “tick checks” after being outdoors.
Bike Safety
Everyone should wear a helmet while riding a bicycle. Ensure
the helmet fits well with snug straps.
Teach kids to use hand signals and obey the rules of the road.
Skin Protection
Apply effective insect repellent to clothing and exposed skin,
such as those with 0.5% permethrin or 20-30% DEET. Follow the
manufacturer’s directions.
Use broad spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 15 when skin is
exposed to the sun, even on cloudy days. Hats and sunglasses
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RECREATION ROUND-UP
News from Village Recreation Director,
Kim Terpstra
Spirit Team and Dance Classes: New session to start late summer, Saturday mornings 10-12 a.m. Ages 4-13, $65 per participant.
Taekwondo Classes (TKD): At the Village Hall community
room every Tuesday and Thursday night from 5-7 p.m. For
youth or adults. Stop by a class and get more information on
signing up and costs.
Summer Youth Science Camps: We are joining forces with
Mad Science Company to offer these camps this summer:
Discover Fair Isle: (intermediate class) 1 session, 2 hours, $10
June 4, 10 a.m. - Noon
Discover Mitered patchwork: 1 session, 2 hours $10
June 23, 6-8 p.m.
Discover Cable: (intermediate class) 1 session, 2 hours $10
June 25 6-8 p.m.
Yarn Night!
June 27, 6-8 p.m.
Grab your current project and items to share that you completed for our show ‘n tell time. Drop in whenever you can and stay
as long as you like! $2 per session. All classes held at the Village
Hall. *Supplies not included, a list of supplies will be emailed
to you prior to the class. Any questions?
Email: [email protected]
June 24, 1-5 p.m. - Bubbles, smoke and explosion
July 22 - Hovercraft Camp
August 12 - Science, Mysteries and Magic
Cost is $50 per camp and will be held at the Old Grade School
park pavilion area. For Ages 5-12. You may sign up at the
Village Hall any time.
New this summer - Youth Summer Camp! For ages 4-10. Camp
will run 8-11 a.m. for ages 4-6 and 12-3 p.m. for ages 7-10, during the week of July 13-17 at the Old Grade School park pavilion. Fun outdoor and lesson activities will be planned for each
day. Cost is $30 per child for the week. Registration information will come home from local schools, check our website and
facebook also.
NEW: Knitting class : We are excited to announce a new class
to our recreation program. Please register ahead of time at the
village hall.
Basic Knitting Classes
Want to learn to knit or do you enjoy knitting, but looking for
more? Learn how to read a pattern and abbreviations, correct
knitting mistakes, and explore techniques. Go home with new
ideas and projects to knit for your friends and family.
Beginner 1 Class: 2 sessions, 2 hours each, $20.
May 12, 11-1 p.m. and May 14, 11-1 p.m.
Beginner 2 Class: 1 session, 2 hours, $10
June 2 6-8pm
Knit baby items: 2 sessions, 2 hours each $20
June 15 10-12 p.m. and June 17 10-12 p.m.
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Discount Attraction Tickets Available!
We officially have the summer Discount tickets available for
purchase at the Village Hall! A small portion of the sales goes
to the Recreation Department...please consider buying your
tickets before heading to the following attractions; Country
Springs Hotel & Springs Water Park, Milwaukee County Zoo,
Mt. Olympus, Noah’s Ark and Six Flags Great America.
Union Grove Recreation Dept and Challenger Sports British
Youth Soccer Camp
July 13-17, Ages 3-16. Register online at http://challenger.mycustomevent.com/ShoppingCart.aspx?com=detailview&iid=4
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Adult Feeling Fit Classes: Starting mid June to the end of July.
Classes will have fun informational sessions on nutrition , exercise and cooking tips. Registration info will be on our website,
at the Village Hall and facebook.
Thank you! The Union Grove Recreation Department would
like to Thank the Roger Palmen Dealership for sponsoring the
youth baseball program in the National Chevy Youth Baseball
program with cash and equipment donations. Your generosity
is greatly appreciated.
If you have any interest in volunteering for our programs, or
new program ideas, please feel free to call Kim Terpstra at
262.902.7917 or email at [email protected]. Please follow us on facebook – Union Grove Recreation Page.
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News from the Village of Union Grove
Board of Review Date
VILLAGE OF UNION GROVE TAXPAYERS - NOTICE OF 2015 BOARD
OF REVIEW
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the 2015 Board of Review for the
Village of Union Grove shall hold its meeting on Wednesday,
June 17th, 2015 from 6 PM to 8 PM. Anyone wishing to file an
objection must contact the Village Clerk to complete and submit
the required objection form prior to appearing before the Board
of Review. Objections will be scheduled to be heard by the
Board in the order in which they are received by the Village Clerk.
Village Financial Report
Baker Tilly provided the following financial information that was
evaluated as of December 31, 2014.
The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) recommends that a general fund have a minimum of 17% of general
operating expenditures in unassigned fund balance at any given
year-end. The village’s unassigned general fund percentage was
approximately 32% or 4 months of reserves on hand as of December 31, 2014. The village’s total General Obligation debt was
$14,731,545 or 69% of its debt capacity. Debt capacity is 5% of
the village’s equalized value.
The Water Utility had solid results for 2014.There was an increase in operating income in 2014 due to a decrease in operating expenses. Bond resolutions require that earnings from the
water utility be greater than 1.25 times the revenue bond annual
debt service based on the bond year. In 2014, the utility met its
required factor with an actual coverage ratio of 1.63. The water utility has historically had strong cash reserves. In addition,
funds have been set aside as restricted for capital improvements
and bond payments. The water utility had 3.8 quarters of billings
on hand as of December 31, 2014.
Given the wastewater utility’s 2014 results it is recommended
that the Village review the sufficiency of the existing wastewater rates. There was a decrease in operating income due to a decrease in operating revenues. The required debt coverage for
the wastewater utility was 1.10; this was met with an actual coverage ratio of 1.38. The minimum funding benchmark is to have
1 quarter of billings on hand at year end. The wastewater utility
had just less than 1 quarter of billings on hand.
The stormwater utility had good financial results as of December 31, 2014 with an operating income of approximately $18,000
for the year and over five quarters of billings on hand.
Union Grove Farmers Market
Opens June 2
The Union Grove Farmers Market Kick off is Tuesday,
June 2, from 2 - 6 p.m., at Village Square at 10th and
Main, and continues every Tuesday through October
13.
Stop by for fresh garden produce in season, handmade fudge, marinades and cooking herbs, and
honey and kettle corn popped on site. Come September, We’ll be offering apples, pumpkins and fall
decorations. Bake sales by non-profit organizations
and crafters will be present during the season. Hope
to see you there!
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Library Corner
News from Union Grove’s Graham Public Library
There’s a variety of summer programming for young and old, at
Graham Public Library, 1215 Main Street in Union Grove. Please
call the library at 878-2910 for registration information. Find us on
Facebook or on our website: www.uniongrove.lib.wi.us!
Container Gardening Workshop was held
at Graham Public Library on May 7
Registered participants received recyclable bags, tomato and
basil plants along with helpful tips and recipes provided by
Mrs. Kathy and the Master Gardeners. Funds provided by the
Women’s Farm bureau and the Racine Potpourri Garden Club.
Books needed for annual sale Got books? Starting Monday, July
6 the library will accept used books, especially children’s, in very
good condition for its annual book sale. The library will not accept books that are musty, moldy, or in deteriorating condition.
We don’t accept magazines, textbooks, or encyclopedias.
Summer Reading Program begins June 15 and includes special
performances as well as reading incentives given by the library to
children who complete reading records. All Reading records must
be turned in by Friday, Aug. 2. This year’s theme is “Every Hero
Has a Story!” Children 12 years and younger are invited to participate. Performances take place on Tuesday mornings from June 16
- July 21 at 10 a.m. in the gymnasium at the Union Grove Elementary
School. No registration required. Story wagon performances are
sponsored by Lakeshores Library
System, with assistance from the
Johnson Foundation.
Superhero Training Camp: Fridays, 10:00 a.m. Story & Activity/
Craft. Children are invited to come and create a different superhero related craft each week from June 19 - August 14, with the
exception of July 3. No Registration Necessary.
Lego Lab Family Night: The fourth Thursday of the month (June
25, July 23 and Aug. 27) at 6:30 p.m. Ms. Kathy invites families for
Lego Lab Family Night. Registration is required and limited to 20
children. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No drop-offs
please.
Make –N- Take offers the opportunity for preschoolers to be creative! These super-simple, self-directed projects are perfect for
preschoolers with an adult and can be made Fridays between 10
a.m. and 3 p.m. in the Children’s Area of the library. Instructions
and supplies are provided for free! No registration necessary.
Library Hours: Mondays-Thursdays 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fridays 9 a.m.5 p.m.; Saturdays 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Union Grove Lions Club News
35th Anniversary Chicken Barbecue is June 7!
The Union Grove Lions Club Chicken Barbecue will be Sunday, June 7 at the Racine County
Fairgrounds, Hwy 11, Union Grove, from 10:30 a.m.
- 3:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $6 for children under 12. Ticket price includes admission to
the 32nd Annual Car Show, held at the fairgrounds
in conjunction with the dinner. For information on
entering the car show, call 878-3623 or 878-3557.
There will also be Cow Pie Bingo to benefit
the Union Grove Kiwanis Club, a bake sale and quilt
raffle from the Union Grove Lionesses, free hayrides
by the Lyle Fox Family, musical entertainment by
Dale Erdmann’s Spinnin’ Gold D.J. Service, and free
popcorn from the Lions Club.
Folks are encouraged to bring donations of
used eyeglasses and used hearing aids to the event.
Tickets can be purchased from Lion Club Members,
local businesses and they will also be sold at the
door.
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NEWS FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
From Mark Osmundsen, Director of Public Works
Dogs in the Park
The only Union Grove park where dogs are allowed, is the dog
park located at Legion Park and the dog park there consists only
of the fenced in area. Please keep you dogs on a leash until you
enter into the fenced in area.
Things you Might Not Know
The Village operates its own wastewater treatment facility located at 3710 67th Drive. Our treatment plant is a 2 MGD plant
which means it can treat up to 2 million gallons a day of wastewater . We treat an average of over 380,000,000 gallons of wastewater a year. The treatment plant never stops, it is always operating 24 hours a day 365 days a year. We produce 900,000 gallons
of by-product from the treatment process each year, which is
tested, hauled away and incorporated on fields for fertilizer. The
clear water then flows into the creek which ends up in the Root
River. The Village also takes care of over 25 miles of sanitary sewers that bring everything to the plant. The operators for both the
wastewater utility and the water utility are Brad Maier and Craig
Kreuscher, wastewater; Casey Stratton and Joe Firkus, water.
These four gentleman had to go to school and pass several state
exams to become operators and hold a valid operators license
from the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
House Address Numbers
Please remember to check your house for address numbers and
make sure they are in plain sight and in good shape. Thank You
and Have a Great Summer!
Kiwanis Club News
The Union Grove Kiwanis Club has a busy summer planned! Here’s what’s coming up:
Tuesday, June 2: The club will host it's second annual Bike Rodeo for area first graders from Union Grove, Yorkville and Raymond
schools, and will be help at the Union Grove Elementary School. Each child will receive a bike helmet and learn about bike safety.
Sunday, June 7: The Kiwanis Club will host its annual Cow Pie Bingo contest in conjunction with the Lions Club Chicken Barbecue & Car
Show at the Racine County Fairgrounds. The cow arrives at noon! Feel free to stop by to check it out and visit with club members.
July 4th Parade: The Kiwanis club lends a hand at the parade by sponsoring a band and helping with lining up parade participants.
Don’t miss the parade!
Racine County Fair, July 29 - August 2: This is one of our major fundraisers. We’ll once again be selling our famous Kiwanis Steak
Sandwiches along with brats, burgers, hot dogs and chicken sandwiches at family friendly prices. With help from our local high school
Key Club, our food stand is open during the entire fair. Come see us!
Street Dance, Saturday, September 12: We’ll finish up the summer season hosting the annual street dance at Village Square Park in
downtown Union Grove. Local band Weird Science will return for this fun community event.
Join us!
Proceeds from all Kiwanis events go back to the community in a variety of ways. The club meets the first and third Wednesday evenings
each month, June through September at the Racine County Fairgrounds Kiwanis food stand, and October through May at Old Setters
Bowling Alley. New members are always welcome! For more information contact current club president Len Erickson at lenerickson66@
gmail.com, phone 262-939-5552 or past president Gerry Hancock at [email protected], phone 262-878-1970.
Union Grove Yorkville Fire Department: A Message from Chief Czerniak
Summer safety reminders:
Wear your bike helmet, realize drivers may not see you and obey all traffic laws.
Stay hydrated and properly sunscreened for outdoor activities.
Make sure you have a travel kit for your car and an emergency container for your home, especially considering severe
weather that may shut down electricity and/or travel.
Your pets may need your care too - shade and cool water.
Always remember - if you have a life threatening incident; fire or need emergency help, call 911 and we will come!
Have a safe summer!
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Eagle Scout Project to teach Canoeing
Learn How to Canoe!
Hi! My name is Noah Lorey, I’m a Life Scout with Boy Scout Troop 350 here in Union Grove, and I’m currently working towards
becoming an Eagle Scout! As part of the project required for the award I’m hosting a canoeing clinic on the pond in the Fox Creek subdivision.
Please join me to learn how to canoe on Saturdays, August 1 and 8 , from 2:00-5:00 p.m. There is absolutely
no cost and the canoeing is open to all ages! Bring Grandpa too! We’ll learn different strokes, turns, launching
techniques, and safety, and have fun doing it! If you’d like to join us, park at the Moe/Young Park near Piggly Wiggly and take the Eagle Trail to the subdivision. Bathrooms are also located at Moe/Young Park. All equipment will
be provided. A snack and water will be provided for all who come on out. Hope to see you there!
If you have any questions about the program contact me at: (262)902-7200 or email: [email protected]
Supported by: BSA Troop 350, Union Grove Lions Club, Union Grove Recreation Department.
Summer opportunity at Union Grove United
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An Invitation from Shepherds College
The honor of your presence is requested at the
Shepherds College Commencement Ceremony on
Saturday, the thirteenth of June two thousand fifteen
at one o’clock p.m. Ceremony to be held at the Bolthouse Center on the Shepherds Ministries campus;
1805 15th Avenue, Union Grove, Wisconsin 53182.
Looking for an easy and effortless, relaxed way to increase your family’s spiritual and community involvement while
school is out? Got Youth? We’ve Got God. Come check us out!
Visit us for Sunday worship at 9:30 a.m., at 906 Twelfth Ave. Parking available on the street and the lot across from church. This
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Arlene Van Ess
We would like to take this opportunity to thank the
Greater Union Grove Area Community for their generosity during
the Stamp out Hunger Food Drive and our Annual Spring Clothing
Sale.
It is with great pride that we announce our donor and volunteer appreciation event on Wednesday, June 20, from 5:307:00 p.m. at the Foodbank, 826 Main St., behind the Post Office.
Through the generosity of this great community we are
able to reach our goal of paying off our mortgage. During this
event we will symbolically burn our mortgage.
We invite all of our supporters to join us for cake and refreshments as we celebrate our permanent home. We have a long,
33 year history of service to this great community and plan to be
here for many more years to come, thanks to all of you.
Coming later this summer; our 33rd annual Fall clothing
sale on Thursday, August 20, from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Friday, August
21, from 8 a.m.- 2 p.m. at St. Roberts Church.
You can help by donating your new or slightly used clothing beginning August 1, in the bin behind St. Roberts Church.
(Anything donated prior to that date will not be included in our
sale.)
Again, we would like to say thank you to all who have
helped support our mission throughout the years. We would not
be here without you!
Union Grove Car Show
Save the Date for Saturday, August 8 - 9 a.m. until
everyone is tired!
This year’s theme will be “Thank a Vet”. Last year’s show
brought 314 cars. The show welcomes cars, trucks, motorcycles, go-carts and even tractors. As car show coordinator Tiger Heberling says, “If you’re proud of it, bring
it!” The car show is free; food and beverages available
for purchase. For questions, contact Tiger at 262-9392160.
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News from the Community Development Authority
and Plan Commission
development may include commercial uses and/or additional
multi-family and senior housing. The RFQ will be posted on May
20th with responses from developers due in mid-July.
Public Meeting to be held on June 16
The Community Development Authority and Plan Commission
have developed a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the selection of a developer to construct multi-family housing at the former mill and Village Hall properties located at the corner of Mill
Ave. and State St. The proposed project shall attempt to conform to the Downtown Redevelopment Plan. The project is one
phase of a multi-phase downtown redevelopment effort. This
phase shall include multi-family housing affordable to low- and
moderate-income households along with market-rate housing,
and if possible, a focus on housing for seniors (ages 65+ years).
The recent Regional Housing Plan conducted by SE WI Regional
Planning Commission revealed a job/moderate-cost housing
imbalance in the Village. This project is intended not only to
address this job/housing imbalance but also to have a catalytic
impact on downtown redevelopment. Subsequent phases of
You are invited to attend a public event at 6 p.m. on Tuesday,
June 16 in the Union Grove Village Hall Community Room
during which the Village will describe the desired project
and the goals in the redevelopment area including an overview of how the new Tax Increment Financing District (TID)
will be utilized to further development in the project area.
The public is invited to participate through a brief comment
period period during which you can voice your support or concerns about the vision for the project. The public comments will
be compiled and shared with developers who respond to the
RFQ. Updates regarding the RFQ and public events can be found
on the Community Development page of the Village’s website at
www.uniongrove.net.
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Union Grove Farmers Market - Tuesdays from 2 - 6 p.m., beginning June 2
(see page 6 inside for details)
Union Grove Lion’s Club Chicken BBQ - Sunday, June 7, 10:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
(see page 7 inside for details)
Union Grove’s July 4th Parade - Saturday, July 4; Kiddie Parade starts at 9 a.m.,
Main Parade starts at 9:15 a.m. (see page 5 inside for details)
Racine County Fair, July 29 - Aug 2 at the Fairgrounds, Hwy 11, Union Grove
Union Grove Car Show - Saturday, August 8, 9 a.m.
(see Page 9 inside for details)