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The Winnebago Community Historical Society and the Winnebago Chamber of Commerce jointly held an open house and ribbon cutting for the new enhancements to the Town Hall. From left: Jan Herbert-Verhaar, Elizabeth Johnson-Lovett, Margaret Bowen, Sherry Bruning, Isaac Bucey, Stephanie King from the Chamber of Commerce, Wanda Cwiklo from the Chamber of Commerce, and (far right) President of the WCHS Irv Koning.

    The Winnebago Community Historical Society (WCHS) and the Winnebago Chamber of Commerce jointly held an open house and ribbon cutting a couple weeks ago for the new enhancements to the Town Hall, located at 116 South Benton in the Village of Winnebago, owned by WCHS.

    Through the generous donations of the Jim Herbert family, the Marna Lovett family and the John Bruning family, the Town Hall now has a working kitchenette area with a new refrigerator and coffee cart for use by the public for special events and gatherings.

    Jim Herbert and Marna Lovett were charter members of the WCHS, established in 2017. Herbert passed away in 2021 and Lovett passed in 2022. John Bruning was a long-time resident of the Winnebago area and former owner of Winnebago Grain and Feed. His family held their celebration of life for him at the Town Hall last year.

    Making this event special was the acknowledgement of Issac Bucey for his efforts in applying his skills as a Boy Scout to complete the kitchenette. This Eagle Scout project will be much appreciated for years to come.

    Members of the Herbert, Lovett and Bruning families provided comments reflecting their loved one’s generosity and love of the community. The program was officiated by Irv Koning, WCHS President.

    Town Hall is available to rent for special occasions, workshops and other events. More information can be found at wchs61088.org. To inquire about dates, open for your event, please contact WCHS at [email protected].

    Thank you, as well, to the Chamber of Commerce for highlighting this event, and all who attended.

 
 
 
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