Elkhorn Independent

Elkhorn Independent Keeping the City of Elkhorn and surrounding areas informed since 1853. A Wisconsin Newspaper Association award-winning publication. http://mywalworthcounty.com/

The Elkhorn Independent was established in 1853. It was then that Edgar J. Farnum, from a farm in the Town of Geneva, put out the first Independent. The first paper published in Elkhorn, and in the county was the Western Star, first issue Aug. 8, 1845; edited by George Gale and Francis Utter. The Western Star was absorbed by the Independent, and the paper was at one time known as the Walworth County Independent. Now the Independent is owned by Southern Lakes Newspapers.

06/04/2026

Our officers will be handing out rewards to kids we see demonstrating excellent bike safety skills! Wearing a helmet, close toed shoes, bright or reflective clothing, safety glasses/sun glasses, following the bike rules of the road and riding in a safe responsible manner are some of the things we are hoping to see!! Special thank you to Culver's of Elkhorn for helping us with this mission!! 🍦🍦🍦

05/30/2026
Sounds fun!
05/27/2026

Sounds fun!

Excitement for all ages awaits!

Celebrate our grand reopening on Saturday, June 6, from 9 am to 2 pm! Kick off Summer Reading for every age, explore the Land of Stories for families upstairs, enjoy fine forgiveness through June 13, connect with community partners throughout the building, and uncover even more surprises!

Congratulations!
05/22/2026

Congratulations!

For the 1st time since 1961 the Elkhorn Elks are Southern Lakes Conference Champions! Super proud of this group of young men!

05/22/2026

Elkhorn City Wide Rummage will be June 5th & 6th!
Lots of amazing sales are already signed up. Get on the map for FREE!

ADD YOUR RUMMAGE today: https://forms.gle/UfLzrCbNF45nrU6W7

05/19/2026
05/14/2026

Please be advised of an upcoming long-term road closure beginning Monday, May 18, 2026.

The road will be closed to thru traffic; however, access will remain open for local residents and businesses.

05/09/2026

🚗✨ Join us for the EAHS Auto Club's 14th Annual Car Show on Saturday, May 23, from 10 AM - 1 PM at the High School! 🚙🏍️

We'll have an amazing lineup of cars, trucks, motorcycles, and tractors on display. 🤩 Plus, enjoy delicious food from FFA, grab a t-shirt, let the kids have fun with games, and don’t miss out on our silent auction!

Celebrate Memorial Weekend with your family while supporting our schools. We can't wait to see you there! 🎉💖

Follow the Auto Club on their socials!
Instagram: eahs_auto.club
https://www.instagram.com/eahs_auto.club
Facebook: EAHS Automotive Technology
https://www.facebook.com/share/16nXSsMrbp/

04/29/2026

5th Ave Roadway Closure from 04/29 through 05/02 for Culvert Replacement and Asphalt Paving
Please be advised that Fifth Avenue will be fully closed to vehicular traffic from Voss Road to its intersection with N Church Street.
Detour Routes are as follows:
Eastbound Traffic | CTH H to Schmidt Rd to US 12 / Hwy 67
Westbound Traffic | N Church St to W 3rd Ave to N Wisconsin St (Hwy 67)

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Elkhorn, WI

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