Round and round he goes
Comedian, juggler and unicyclist T.J. Howell of Baraboo has the attention of spectators during Burlington’s Memorial Day parade as he cruises the route in a unique unicycle. (Photo by Ed Nadolski)
Nestle creation draws crowds
This year’s chocolate candy creation built by employees of Nestle’s local plant puts a focal point on the Nestle Quick bunny. The creation was on display throughout ChocolateFest, attracting a steady crowd of camera-toting people. (Photo by Ed Nadolski)
With honor and thanks
Lance Cpl. Jared Dixon, a U.S. Marine from Burlington, places a wreath at the foot of the war memorial in Echo Lake Veterans Park Monday at the conclusion of the area’s Memorial Day ceremony. The local observance included a parade, speeches and wreath ceremonies on Echo Lake and at the [...]
Look, Ma, chocolate hands
Morgan Goldman, 3, of Woodstock, Ill., raises her hands at the completion of round in a chocolate bar eating contest Monday during Burlington’s ChocolateFest. The Memorial Day weekend festival offered a plethora of chocolate-themed activities along with multiple stages of entertainment and a carnival. (Photo by Ed Nadolski)
Pausing to remember
Emotional memorial service honors city’s fallen officers By Ed Nadolski Editor in chief Each May in recent years, Jean Taylor receives a letter from the parole board advising her the man convicted of killing her father will be considered for release from prison. As upsetting as that annual ritual [...]



