2015: The year that was, in pictures

The last of the blood moon that was on Sep, 27, 2015. Terry Mayer/file photo

The old Waals Department Store was demolished this past summer, with the last of the standing structure coming down on July 22 in downtown Walworth. Terry Mayer photo

Aug. 27 2015 marked the 25th anniversary of Stevie Ray Vaughan's death in a helicopter crash at Alpine Valley Music Theatre. Terry Mayer photo

One of the last boats still docked at the Riviera pier on Geneva Lake on Nov. 11. Terry Mayer photo

A nasty storm from Aug. 14 that produced extremely high winds. Terry Mayer photo

This winter wonderland scene was captured Jan. 17 in Darien Township. Terry Mayer photo

The super moon graced the early morning sky on Sept. 18, a week before the blood moon. Terry Mayer photo

Surreal clouds dominate the Aug. 10 sky behind this farm. Terry Mayer photo

A small church stands in stark contrast as ominous black storm clouds approach Rock County on May 19. Terry Mayer photo

This scene is from Dec. 2 with light snow and frosted trees along Snake Road. Terry Mayer photo