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A boating fatality on Geneva Lake this past weekend was unexpected and sad.
On Saturday morning, the Geneva Lake Police responded to a boating crash. On arrival, they were met by the Lake Geneva Law Enforcement, Linn Police Fire and Rescue, and Lake Geneva Fire and Rescue, who also responded to the call. The scene revealed that two boats had collided, and serious injuries had occurred. The location of the crash was in the Town of Linn in the middle area of the lake, just east of Cedar Point. The boats involved in the crash were a 16-foot Sylvan with three passengers aboard (fishermen) and a 25-foot Skeeter, with two passengers on board. The Skeeter struck the Sylvan in a T-bone manner at what the police on site thought to be about 35 miles per hour (the legal limit).
The two adult males on the Skeeter were not injured. Lifesaving efforts began at once for one of the passengers of the Sylvan, which were unsuccessful, and he succumbed to his injuries before being transported. The other two Sylvan passengers were transported to Mercy Walworth for treatment. The Wisconsin DNR is leading the investigation, with assistance from the Geneva Lake Police. The big question is how do two boats crash into each other on a clear fall morning, and with very little activity on the lake? Alcohol is a factor in a lot of the boating accidents on the lake but does not appear to have been an issue with this fatal crash. The investigation into what happened, in detail, will continue with the DNR heading up that investigation.
Delavan sure knows how to party! Delavan started the fall season with its very popular Annual Scarecrow Fest.
The scarecrows are all put together by individuals and businesses and are displayed along the downtown brick road. Always a hit full of food, crafts, sales, music, and fun. This weekend Delevan will host its traditional Oktoberfest. Saturday 23rd, at 12 p.m. Everyone is encouraged to come and enjoy all the fun Oktoberfest brings. Great food and beer, along with entertainment and activities, equaling great family entertainment. The day will include an October version of a wine walk. The Brew Walk will be on Saturday the 23rd from 3:30 p.m. through 7 p.m.
Persons of the Week
Mary and Connor—two of our readers and fans picking up a copy at the Walworth Library
