Gary Klein

Sheboygan

Photo and Video Journalist at The Sheboygan Press

Sheboygan Press Media photographer/videographer who takes a keen interest in cars, racing and sports. Intrigued by interesting local history and conversations.

Articles

Sheboygan’s Kohler Memorial Drive, named after Gov. Walter J. Kohler Sr., took over 10 years to be built

1 week ago | sheboyganpress.com | Gary Klein

Kohler Memorial Drive, named after Wisconsin Gov. Walter J. Kohler Sr., was originally proposed in 1940 as a boulevard replacing State Highway 23. Funding for the road, including a special tax levy, was secured before and after World War II, with construction finally beginning in 1950. The road was opened in 1953 by Gov. Walter J. Kohler Jr. and underwent a major reconstruction in 1997 that cost $5 million.
Kohler Memorial Drive in Sheboygan was named after a Wisconsin governor

1 week ago | sheboyganpress.com | Gary Klein

Gary C. KleinFILE - Jon Held, left, an electrician for the city of Sheboygan and Mark McDonald, city sign man, install a new Kohler Memorial Drive sign along the newly paved street in 1997 in Sheboygan, Wis. Jeffrey Machtig/USA TODAY NETWORK-WisconsinFILE - Concrete crews work on smoothing the freshly poured concrete in 1997 during the reconstruction of Kohler Memorial Drive in Sheboygan, Wis. Gary C.
Roncall hosts Sheboygan Lutheran's softball team

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Gary C. KleinRoncalli’s Gretchen Kapic (20) looks for an opportunity from second base against Sheboygan Lutheran at Roncalli High School, Saturday, April 12, 2025, in Manitowoc, Wis. Gary C. Klein/USA TODAY NETWORK-WisconsinRoncalli’s Gretchen Kapic (20) arrives safely at second against Sheboygan Lutheran at Roncalli High School, Saturday, April 12, 2025, in Manitowoc, Wis. Gary C.
Roncalli baseball team wins 7-0 over Sheboygan Lutheran

1 week ago | sheboyganpress.com | Gary Klein

Gary C. KleinRoncalli’s Landon Chalupny (11) is reeted by Jake Hillmer (23) after he arrived home safe against Sheboygan Lutheran at Roncalli High School, Saturday, April 12, 2025, in Manitowoc, Wis. Gary C. Klein/USA TODAY NETWORK-WisconsinRoncalli’s Jake Hillmer (23) winds up a pitch to Sheboygan Lutheran at Roncalli High School, Saturday, April 12, 2025, in Manitowoc, Wis. Gary C.
Sheboygan’s Fire Station No. 1 has seen technology grow from horses to thermal imaging

2 weeks ago | sheboyganpress.com | Gary Klein

Sheboygan's Fire Station No. 1, built in 1907, replaced a deteriorating firehouse and consolidated two fire companies. Originally horse-drawn, the fire department was fully motorized by 1920. The station's bell tower, damaged by lightning, was removed in 1959. The building has undergone several renovations, most recently in 2019.
Cool winds at Rubick field challenge soccer players from Manitowoc Lincoln and Sheboygan Falls

2 weeks ago | sheboyganpress.com | Gary Klein

Gary C. KleinManitowoc Lincoln’s Ava Quinchia (12) kicks the ball by Sheboygan Falls’ Madisyn Ortlieb (10) at Ron Rubick Field, Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in Manitowoc, Wis. Gary C. Klein/USA TODAY NETWORK-WisconsinSheboygan Falls’ Mollie Schliewe (17) moves the ball by Manitowoc Lincoln’s Lila Redwine (8) at Ron Rubick Field, Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in Manitowoc, Wis. Gary C.
Horses once pulled fire engines from Sheboygan Fire Station No. 1

2 weeks ago | sheboyganpress.com | Gary Klein

Gary C. KleinThe Sheboygan Fire Station No. 1 as seen, Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in Sheboygan, Wis. According to the department's Karley Sonnenburg, there are three shifts or battalions where there are no more than five firefighters on hand for any given shift. Back in 1928, the entire fire department had 56 member spread between 3 fire stations. Gary C.
Sheboygan Lutheran/Christian 2, New Holstein 0 in Sheboygan

2 weeks ago | sheboyganpress.com | Gary Klein

Gary C. KleinSheboygan Lutheran/Christian’s Ella Heronymus (5) moves the ball by New Holstein’s Isabel Voight (17), Friday, April 4, 2025, at Sheboygan Lutheran in Sheboygan, Wis. Gary C. Klein/USA TODAY NETWORK-WisconsinSoccer fans watch as New Holstein’s Mollly Lewis (4, left) and Izzy Otte (4, right) both eye the ball, Friday, April 4, 2025, at Sheboygan Lutheran in Sheboygan, Wis. Gary C.
Through the Looking Glass tea shop cuts ribbon and opens on Superior Avenue

2 weeks ago | htrnews.com | Gary Klein

Gary C. KleinThe ribbon is cut and confetti floats to the ground at 1215 Superior Avenue when Through the Looking Glass held its grand opening, Friday, April 4, 2025, in Sheboygan, Wis. In the center with the scissors is owner Mel Miller. Gary C. Klein/USA TODAY NETWORK-WisconsinItems for sale at Through the Looking Glass, 1215 Superior Avenue, Friday, April 4, 2025, in Sheboygan, Wis. Gary C.
Through the Looking Glass tea shop cuts ribbon and opens on Superior Avenue

2 weeks ago | sheboyganpress.com | Gary Klein

Gary C. KleinThe ribbon is cut and confetti floats to the ground at 1215 Superior Avenue when Through the Looking Glass held its grand opening, Friday, April 4, 2025, in Sheboygan, Wis. In the center with the scissors is owner Mel Miller. Gary C. Klein/USA TODAY NETWORK-WisconsinItems for sale at Through the Looking Glass, 1215 Superior Avenue, Friday, April 4, 2025, in Sheboygan, Wis. Gary C.