Posts from ‘January, 2011’

Christ Lutheran to host spaghetti dinner

A spaghetti dinner fundraiser will take place Wednesday, Feb. 2, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, 24929 75th St., Paddock Lake. All are welcome. Complete dinner (salad, garlic bread and beverages) is $5: ages 6-12 $3; age 5 and under are free. Also serving take-out ($5). To order, call 843-2631 before 6:30 p.m. ShareTweet0 […]

Blizzard warning issued for Tues-Wed; schools reacting; deputies preparing

The weather forecast  language has gotten a little more forceful regarding the snowy and windy conditions expected over the next few days. The National Weather Service has now issued a blizzard for all of Kenosha County and most of  southeastern Wisconsin broadly defined. The blizzard warning will be in effect from 3 p.m. Tuesday until 6 p.m. Wednesday. The forecast […]

Pringle to host bird feeder workshop

Pringle Nature Center, 9800 160th Ave. (Highway MB), Bristol will be holding a workshop for the Great Backyard Bird Count: Feeder Making on Saturday, Feb. 12, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Participants will build their own feeder to help attract birds to their back yard as well as to help them survive the winter. They […]

Salem issues snow emergency statement

The Salem town government has issued the following statement declaring a snow emergency: Due to the impending winter storm, the Town of Salem has declared a snow emergency beginning today, Monday, Jan. 31, at noon, extending through noon on Thursday, Feb. 3, 2011. A winter storm warning has been issued for the Salem area. The […]

Wilmot Expo postponned; will be rescehduled

Wilmot Expo, scheduled to be held at the Wilmot Union High School this evening, Jan. 31, has been cancelled. The Expo is for incoming freshman and parents, and underclassmen to learn more about what Wilmot UHS has to offer in curriculum, extra-curricular activities and career preparation. A new date will be posted at a later […]

Units responding for possible gas leak at Twin Lakes church

At 9:26 a.m., Twin Lake Fire Department and village police officers are responding to a report of a possible gas leak at St. John the Evangelist Church, Lake Avenue, Twin Lakes. View Larger Map ShareTweet0 Shares

Randall Boy Scout cleans up Lake Mary and earns Eagle rank

Ryne Strom of Randall has achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor attainable through the Boy Scouts of America. He is the son of David and Paula Strom, and a member of Boy Scout Troop 380. In working toward the rank of Eagle Scout, Strom served as a Senior Patrol Leader and undertook […]

Snow update: NWS says still expect a lot

The National Weather Service forecast for the big snow storm keeps changing a little, but the end result is the same — more snow in a short time span than we have seen for quite a while around here. The forecast issued at 5:36 a.m. this morning calls for somewhere between 12 to 21 inches — quite […]

Wisconsin Pet Hall of Fame 2011 Award Winner

When Andy witnessed the devastation in the tiny girl’s demeanor, he stood by her side, allowing her to hug him and cry into his broad shoulders over the recent loss of her mother. His countenance and apparent empathy can lift the lowest of spirits, and because of his effect on grieving children, is the most […]

Twin Lakes Bed Races coverage

The 20th — and 4th annual rebirth — of winter bed races took place at the Twin Lakes Country Club. The event was sponsored by Mad Dan’s Restaurant and Twin Lakes Country Club. The Margaritaville team took first place in the races, which pit teams pushing modified beds around a snow covered course. One team member is required to ride […]

Blizzard Watch issued for Tuesday night and Wednesday

The National Weather Service has upped the ante again on the snow situation issuing a blizzard watch for all of Kenosha County Tuesday night and Wednesday. Current forecasts for our area call for somewhere between 11 and 18 inches of snow (!) starting Monday and continuing through Tuesday night into Wednesday. Further complicating the situation […]

Wheatland Town Board planning to set fee for Lilly Lake launch use

View Larger Map The action is not final, but after discussion last Monday, the Wheatland Town Board likely will institute a fee for using the Lilly Lake boat launch, starting this boating season. The town is in the process of creating an ordinance for the fee, said town Clerk Sheila Siegler. The exact amount of the fee has not […]

Snow forecast growing — by a lot! Storm watch issued

The West of the I area forecast for snow coming up early this week has grown a lot since yesterday — about double in fact! The National Weather Service is now saying we could see 6 to 13 inches of snow from Monday through Tuesday night. In fact, the area is under a winter storm watch. Better make sure […]

Coast Guard Auxiliary to hold boating safety class

Are you looking forward to springtime and the start of boating season? Start preparing now! The U.S.C.G Auxiliary is conducting a nine-hour boating safety course from 6 to 9 p.m. on three consecutive Thursdays beginning on Feb. 10. Classes will be held at the Gander Mountain Store, 6801 120th Ave., Kenosha. The course is called […]

Siebert’s Pub to host Salem Booster Club fundraiser

Salem Booster Club Night at Siebert’s Pub will take place today from from 8 to 11 p.m. A member of the SBC may be your server during that time and 10 percent of all meals and drinks purchased, along with 10 percent of all tips collected, will be donated to the Booster Club, which operates […]

Wheatland Center 4K students have winter family fun

Wheatland Center School’s 4K classes recently held their third Family Fun Day of the school year. Students in the 4K program had the opportunity to invite a special adult to attend school with them. Students and adults alike got to participate in many fun winter-related activities. Some of the activities included shooting “snowballs” at the snowman, making a snowman windsock, and […]

Snowy Monday and Tuesday in forecast

The National Weather Service Forecast calls for a Monday hereabouts that could see 3 to 6 inches of snow and then more snow on Tuesday. The Monday snow will heavier at night. No forecast on the amount of accumulation yet for Tuesday. ShareTweet0 Shares

Units responding to axle fire

At 7:49 a.m., Salem Fire/Rescue units from the Trevor station are responding to a  report of a truck axle on fire in the 23600 block of 124th Place, Salem. UPDATE 7:50 p.m. — Dispatch reports that person reporting fire thinks it may be out. View Larger Map ShareTweet0 Shares

Units responding to ATV crash in Wheatland

At 8:30 p.m. Silver Lake Rescue and Town of Wheatland Fire Department units along with sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash at Highway K and W. Dispatch reports that person reporting the crash says a patient is bleeding, is having trouble breathing and is in the roadway with an ATV nearby. UPDATE 8:34 […]

Salem School Celebration 2011 coverage

Salem School held its third annual Salem Celebration Thursday night. The family-oriented activity also acts as a showcase of the wide variety of activities going on at the school. Here are some photos: ShareTweet0 Shares

Singer with Twin Lakes background advances on American Idol

West of the I American Idol watchers will have a contestant to root for with local roots. Megan Pflueger, who now lives in Nashville, made it through the auditions there to advance to Hollywood. Here’s a video interview with Pflueger about herself and the Idol experience so far: ShareTweet0 Shares

Units responding for investigation of natural gas smell

At 6:38 p.m., units from Paris Fire and Rescue and Somers Fire and Rescue are responding to the area between Highway 142 and Highway E along Interstate 94 to investigate a strong smell of natural gas reported by a passersby. View Larger Map ShareTweet0 Shares

Twin Lakes bed and sled races this Sunday

The 20th anniversary — and 4th annual rebirth — of bed races in Twin Lakes will take place Sunday, Jan. 30 at the Twin Lakes Country Club. The event is co-sponsored by Twin Lakes Country Club and Mad Dan’s. Registration of teams begins at noon. Races begin at 1 p.m. There will be a $50 entry fee for a team ($10 per person). […]

About 1 inch of snow yesterday; maybe another inch tonight

We measured about one inch of snow here at the West of the I weather railing for snow fall yesterday, just what the National Weather Service was predicting. But when shoveling, it sure seemed like more. We could get another inch of accumulation tomorrow, according to the forecast. ShareTweet0 Shares

Nippersink flooding project discussion deferred

Despite a good turnout of concerned residents, the Randall Town Board deferred extensive discussion of the effects of the Nippersink Bowl drainage project on Lake Benedict. Chairman Bob Stoll called for the deferral because he has previously asked that questions and concerns of the group of Lake Benedict residents be presented in advance. The group submitted two sets of questions today, Stoll […]

Deputies responding to crash on southbound I-94

At 12:24 p.m., a sheriff’s deputy is responding to a report of crash on southbound I-94 around the Highway 165 on ramp that may involve two semi-tractor trailers and a car. UPDATE 12:27 p.m. — Additional sheriff’s squad responding. First squad on scene reports that traffic is backing up. UPDATE 12:28 p.m. — Vehicles are […]

Car in median of Highway 50

At about 11:05 a.m., a sheriff’s deputy is responding to assist a motorist who has left the road and is in the median of the 31200 block of Highway 50. No injuries being reported. View Larger Map ShareTweet0 Shares

Salem C basketball team takes third in tournament

The Salem School boys basketball C-Team took third place over the weekend at the St. Alphonsus School Fifth Annual C-Team Basketball Tournament. Team members are: Coach Nicole McDonald,  Joey Gilliland, Josh Engberg, Michael Williams, Nic Frederick, Logan Frahm, Jeremy Lightsey, Arthur Booth, Dakota Danielson, Taran Cole, (not pictured above) Coach Mary Frederick. ShareTweet0 Shares

Zuckowski Memorial Ice Derby coming to Benedict and Tombeau Feb. 5

The Mike Zukowski Memorial Ice Derby will take place on Lakes Benedict and Tombeau, Saturday, Feb. 5, from 7 a.m. to noon. Prizes for Largest Fish of the Day in the categories of  walleye,  bass and northern pike. Raffle tickets will be available at the event only. Lunch will be from noon to 1 p.m. $20 per person […]

About an inch of snow today

The National Weather Service is forecast about one inch of snow accumulation today. And, high temperatures are forecast to be in the 30s and 20s through Monday. ShareTweet0 Shares

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