Posts from ‘July, 2017’

Deputy Raymond Rowe named Wisconsin D.A.R.E. Officer of the year

Kenosha County Sheriff’s Deputy Ray Rowe was named Wisconsin D.A.R.E. officer of the year for 2017. The announcement was made at the Wisconsin D.A.R.E.Officers Association annual conference in Door County this week. Locally the announcement was made by the Sheriff’s Department’s in this news release: Sheriff David Beth with the entire Kenosha Sheriff’s Department is proud […]

Fox River slips under flood stage; storms in forecast for Wednesday night

The Fox River has slipped just below flood stage for the first time in two weeks as measured at the New Munster in Wheatland. At 7 p.m. the river was measured at 10.98 feet. Flood stage is 11 feet. A flood warning officially remains in effect. The river had been over flood stage since July […]

Deaths July 26, 2017: Erika Cychner

This post sponsored by Westosha Floral. The following deaths of local residents and those with local connections are being reported by funeral homes today. Click on name to see obituary/service information: ShareTweet0 Shares

2017 Daily Kenosha County Fair Preview: Hay bale toss contest is Friday evening at fair

Note: The Kenosha County Fair is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH The hay bale throwing contest at the Kenosha County Fair will take place at 6:30 p.m., Friday of the fair. Pre-registration starts at 6 p.m. There is a $1 entry fee. The event is sponsored by Slades Corners Lucky Clovers 4-H Club. The premise […]

Slow no wake order lifted for Lake Shangri-la, Cross Lake and Voltz Lake

A slow no wake order for Lake Shangri-la, Cross Lake and Voltz Lake in Salem Lakes has been lifted, village administrator Patrick Casey said Wednesday afternoon. All other lakes in the village remain under slow no wake, Casey said. All village lakes were put under slow no wake after heavy rains on July 11-12. ShareTweet0 […]

July 26, 2017 lake test results: North Shore on Paddock Lake and Lake Shangri-la under caution; Paddock Hooker Lake Assoc. beach reopens

The North Shore Association beach on Paddock Lake and Lake Shangri-la were put on swim cautions Tuesday due to water test results showing elevated levels of E.coli. Testing results from Tuesday at the North Shore Association beach were 261 E.coli/100 mL. Testing results from Tuesday at Lake Shangri-la were 548 E.coli/100 mL. Levels above 235 E.coli/100 mL prompt […]

A word from our sponsors: Breezy Hill Garden Center to host “Garden Walk: Adding Color to Your Summer Landscape” on July 29

Note: Breezy Hill Garden Center is a westofthei.com sponsor. This is a paid announcement. — DH Breezy Hill Garden Center will host “Garden Walk: Adding Color to Your Summer Landscape” on Sunday, July 30, at 11 a.m. Come join us for a garden walk as we discuss how to keep and add beautiful color in your […]

Free Falls Prevention Workshop series to be offered in Twin Lakes starting Aug. 1

Kenosha Area Family & Aging Services, Inc. will be offering a free Stepping On Workshop series beginning Tuesday, Aug. 1  and will run from 2:45 to 4:45 pm  for seven consecutive weeks at New Life Bible Church which is located in Twin Lakes. Stepping On is a seven-week workshop program for independent community-dwelling older adults who have fallen, are at […]

A word from our sponsors: Wisconsin Emissions Testing available at Wilmot Auto Service

Note: Wilmot Auto Service is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH Wisconsin Emissions Tests can now be done at Wilmot Auto Service. The test is free to you. Call 862-6300 for an appointment. Hours are Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 7:30 to 11 a.m. Wilmot Auto Service, Inc is an independent […]

Garage sales page updated

West of the I’s garage sales page has been updated. Be sure to check it out each week before you begin your bargain hunting. If you’d like your sale added to the list, please drop us a line at darren@westofthei.com. Include your address, days, hours etc. We’ll even add a map to your info. ShareTweet0 […]

2017 Western Kenosha County Tennis Association Rally for Life is July 28 & 29

Note: westofthei.com is a sponsor of this event. — DH The Western Kenosha County Tennis Association will be hosting its annual 24-hour tennis fundraiser event “Rally for Life,” with proceeds to benefit The American Cancer Society of Kenosha County and The Sharing Center. This 24-hour event will take place on Friday, July 28 starting at 1 p.m. […]

2017 Daily Kenosha County Fair Preview: Powerful pedaling at pedal tractor pulls

Note: The Kenosha County Fair is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH. Youngsters will be pushing the pedals for all they are worth on Thursday and Friday at the Kenosha County Fair as part of the annual Pedal Tractor Pulls. The competition is open to youngsters from 5 to 12 years old. In pedal tractor pull, the kids pedal […]

A word from ours sponsors: Messy Church set for July 30

Looking for something fun for the whole family? Then get messy at Messy Church. Messy Church is sponsored by Living Waters Ministries in conjunction with United Methodist churches in Kenosha County.  It’s cross-generational, very informal, and everyone is welcome to attend.  It is a monthly opportunity for people to gather and enjoy fellowship as they […]

Swimming advisory in effect for Powers Lake

Water quality test results for Powers Lake from this week showed an elevated level of E.coli, prompting a swim advisory. This week’s test result, performed by the city of Burlington, were 548 E.coli/100mL. A reading above 235 warrants an advisory. The State Department of Health recommends posting warnings at beaches when the test results indicate a E.coli […]

A word from our sponsors: Hot Hilly Hairy Ultra Solo and Relay is July 29

Note: Kenosha Running Company is a westofthei.com sponsor. This is a paid announcement. — DH The Hot Hilly Hairy Ultra Solo and Relay is truly a one size fits all event AND one heck of a RUNNING TAILGATE PARTY! Taking place on July 29th, 2017 on the UW Parkside 5K Cross County Course, this Kenosha […]

Slow no wake lifted for Paddock Lake

The slow no wake order for Paddock Lake has been lifted, village administrator Tim Popanda announced Tuesday morning. The most recent measurement was 794.51, about two inches below the slow no wake level, Popanda said. The lake has been under a slow no wake order, during which boat traffic must travel slow enough to not create […]

2017 Daily Kenosha County Fair Preview: Demo derby for crunching, crashing fun

Note: The Kenosha County Fair is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH The sound of the fenders of two cars crunching can be sickening — unless you’re at the Kenosha County Fair’s demolition derby There will be plenty of intentional crunching at the Wilmot Raceway on the fairgrounds on Sunday with Derby Icons Demo Derby taking […]

Fox River slips under 12 feet; mostly likely chance for rain is Wednesday night

The Fox River continues to make the kind of progress those struck with flooding over the last two weeks want to see — it’s still dropping. As of 9 p.m., the river as measured at the New Munster gauge in Wheatland was just below 12 feet, at 11.80. The current river forecast calls for the […]

Bristol Village Board hears complaints about Lake George flooding

The Bristol Village Board heard complaints Monday about recent flooding in the Lake George neighborhood and acknowledged that communication from the village standpoint could be better. About 10 residents attended the regular Village Board meeting Monday to voice concerns and ask questions of village officials. The Lake George neighborhood was one of many in Western […]

2017 Western Kenosha County Tennis Association Rally for Life is July 28 & 29

Note: westofthei.com is a sponsor of this event. — DH The Western Kenosha County Tennis Association will be hosting its annual 24-hour tennis fundraiser event “Rally for Life,” with proceeds to benefit The American Cancer Society of Kenosha County and The Sharing Center. This 24-hour event will take place on Friday, July 28 starting at 1 p.m. […]

Deaths July 24, 2017: Joseph A. Weber

This post sponsored by Westosha Floral. The following deaths of local residents and those with local connections are being reported by funeral homes today. Click on name to see obituary/service information: ShareTweet0 Shares

County still seeking federal disaster assistance in wake of record flooding

Kenosha County officials continue to work toward helping southeastern Wisconsin qualify for federal disaster relief, a statement released Monday afternoon from the county executive’s office said. “Lt. Staples and our county departments are working hard to ensure that Kenosha County is able to draw down the highest possible amount of federal and state money to help […]

Wisconsin Emergency Management releases update on storm damage here

Some 1,300 Kenosha County homes were affected by damage from the July 11-12 storms, an update from Wisconsin Emergency Management says. The update was released Sunday. In Kenosha County,  232 homes were reported with minor damage and 14 with major damage, according to emergency management standards. No homes were reported as destroyed. Four businesses in […]

A word from our sponsors: Breezy Hill Garden Center to host “Garden Walk: Adding Color to Your Summer Landscape” on July 29

Note: Breezy Hill Garden Center is a westofthei.com sponsor. This is a paid announcement. — DH Breezy Hill Garden Center will host “Garden Walk: Adding Color to Your Summer Landscape” on Sunday, July 30, at 11 a.m. Come join us for a garden walk as we discuss how to keep and add beautiful color in your […]

“Gettin’ Buggy with It” at Seno Conservancy on July 29

“Gettin’ Buggy with It” will take place at Seno Conservancy 3606 Dyer Lake Road, Burlington on July 29 at 9 a.m. Join entomologist Rick Wadleigh as he guides participants through the fun and fascinating world of insects. All equipment will be provided. Participants will have the opportunity to make an insect pooter and/or a bug-brella. […]

A word from our sponsors: 2017 Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Association golf outing is Aug. 9

The Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Association is a westofthei.com sponsor. This is a paid announcement. — DH The 2017 Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Association golf outing will take place Wed. Aug. 9. This 27th annual outing is sponsored by the Twin Lakes Country Club. Registration is at 10 a.m., with a 11 […]

Deputy responding for geese in road in Paris

At about 9:10 p.m., a sheriff’s deputy is responding to report of a road hazard in the 20400 block of Highway JB in Paris. Per dispatch: Caller reporting about 20 dead Canada geese in the roadway. ShareTweet0 Shares

Fox River still receding; just above 12 feet

The Fox River, despite a couple of recent rounds of rain, continues to recede as measured at the New Munster gauge in Wheatland. As of 6 p.m., the river measured 12.18 feet. The current National Weather Service forecast for the river level calls for the Fox to be below flood stage of 11 feet by […]

Get ready for the 2017 Kenosha County Fair!

Note: The Kenosha County Fair is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH The Kenosha County Fair is right around the corner. The fair will take place this year from Aug. 16-20 at the fairgrounds in Wilmot adjacent to Wilmot Union High School. The theme this year is “A Barn Good Time.” Daily admission is $9 for […]

Paddock Lake Lions Club uses grant to purchase food for flood victims

The Paddock Lake Area Lions Club display some of the food purchased with the $3,500 grant given by Lions Clubs International Foundation and District 27A-1 Disaster Fund.  The food was purchased to help local people suffering from the recent floods in the area.  The Wilmot Fire Department Auxiliary helped to distribute the items. ShareTweet0 Shares

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