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Christ Lutheran to host bingo

Christ Lutheran Church, 24929 75th St. (Highway 50), Paddock Lake, will host its monthly bingo on Thursday, Sept. 9 . The doors will open at 5 p.m. with play starting at 6 p.m. Packages available for $10 and $20 Food concessions will be available on site; please no outside food/beverages.

For more information, call 843-2631.… Continue reading

Christ Lutheran to host fish boil Sept. 11

Christ Lutheran Church's Annual Fish Boil will be Sept. 11, from 4:30 - 7 p.m. The meal includes boiled cod, red potatoes, carrots, onions, salty rye bread, coleslaw and cherry cobbler. Meals cost: Adults $12, child 6-12 years $6, age 5 and under free. The church is located at 24929 75th Street (Highway 50), Paddock Lake… Continue reading

Municipalities continue to opt for transit referendums

West of the I municipalities continue to opt for letting voters have a say on new taxes to support a regional public transportation. Last week, Silver Lake and Paddock Lake opted for Nov. 2 referendums on the issue. This week, Randall authorized essentially the same vote. Previously, Bristol and Twin Lakes had approved such votes. The municipalities are being asked to consider the referendums by state Rep. Samantha Kerkman. Erin Decker, a county supervisor from Silver Lake who tried ot get… Continue reading

Units responding to fire call in Paddock Lake

At 11:19 a.m., Salem Fire/Rescue units are responding to report of a fire. Water supply being set-up. Not sure of location yet. I can hear the sirens stopping from Paddock Lake. UPDATE 11: 31 a.m. -- Sounds like scene is in Paddock Lake, east side. Traffic being stopped at 65th Street and 238th Avenue to expedite movement of fire department equipment. UPDATE 11:40 p.m. -- Some units leaving scene. UPDATE 11:59 p.m. after a visit to the scene --… Continue reading

Municipalities considering and approving transit referendums

West of the I municipalities are considering -- and in some cases approving -- fall advisory referendums regarding a possible additional tax for mass transit purposes. On Monday, Twin Lakes was the latest municipality to approve a referendum. Twin Lakes village administrator David Cox said the village was asked to consider such a referendum by state Rep. Samantha Kerkman, who is asking all municipalities in her district to… Continue reading

Daily Quack: Paddock Lake history on view at fair

A slide show of historical photos of the Paddock Lake area will be viewable and available for purchase at the Western Kenosha County Historical Society booth at the Kenosha County Fair. Paddock Lake Trustee Terry Burns put together the slide show largely from historical society photos as part of the village's 50th anniversary celebration, held July 4. Burns said he has heard… Continue reading

Paddock Lake Picnic in the Park Tuesday

Paddock Lake's next Picnic in the Park of the summer is Tuesday, Aug. 10, at Hoag Park on the east side of the lake at 238th Avenue and 65th Street. Residents are invited for free hot dogs, drinks, fruit, goodies and mingling with your neighbors. View Larger Map

Dollar General seeking two local store locations

View Larger Map The Twin Lakes General Dollar store would be located on North Lake Avenue on property now owned by developer Steve Mills. National retailer Dollar General is seeking to place stores in Twin Lakes and Paddock Lake. Todd Platt, a representative of the stores' developer, appeared at a Plan Commission meeting in Paddock Lake and a Village Board Committee of the Whole meeting in Twin Lakes on Monday night. "Maybe… Continue reading

Christ Lutheran to host bingo

Christ Lutheran Church, 24929 75th St. (Highway 50), Paddock Lake, will host its monthly bingo on Thursday, Aug. 12. The doors will open at 5 p.m. with play starting at 6 p.m. Packages available for $10 and $20 Food concessions will be available on site; please no outside food/beverages.

For more information, call 843-2631.… Continue reading

Paddock Lake Green Expo coverage

Paddock Lake held its first Green Expo today. The event, held at Village Hall, featured information on a variety of topics including rain barrels, clean stormwater run-off, hybrid and electric vehicles and efficient home appliances. Village officials said they were happy with the turnout and they hope to expand the event perhaps to a larger venue someday. Here are some tips about green home climate control offered by Rick Sheehan of

Paddock Lake to host Green Expo July 31

Paddock Lake's Green Expo will be Saturday, July 31, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Village Hall, 6969 236th Ave. Exhibitors at the expo will include:
  • Eco-Tech (Joe Sadlier) -- on recycled plastic products.
  • Fox Plumbing (Chris Fox) -- on water conservation.
  • Reliable Heating and Air Conditioning (Rick Sheehan) -- energy conservation.
  • Village of Paddock Lake (Tim Popanda) -- storm water, rain barrel construction, energy conservation and building moisture control.
  • Libertyville

CHS Community Band concert coverage

The CHS Community Band gave it's first ever concert today at Senior Citizen Park, on the shore of  Paddock Lake. The band is made up of about 35 high school students, incoming freshmen and some recent graduates. Director Adam Scheele, also the Central High School band director, said he formed the group as a way for students to continue to perform over the summer.  He expects the band to play another concert, probably… Continue reading

Thunderstorm headed toward area

At 11:06 a.m., the National Weather Service has issued a special weather statement regarding a "rapidly developing" thunderstorm about five miles northwest of Paddock Lake and is heading east at 35 miles per hour. The storm could include funnel clouds, penny-sized hail, winds greater than 40 mph, occasional cloud to ground lightning, brief heavy downpours… Continue reading

Free concert by CHS Community Band set for Paddock Lake this Sunday

The newly formed Central High School Community Band will hold a free concert at Senior Citizens Park in Paddock Lake, on Sunday July 18 starting at 6 p.m. This is the first of hopefully many free concerts the band will perform at local area parks, under the direction of CHS band director Adam Scheele. Senior Citizens Park is located on the west side of Paddock Lake at the 65th Street and 64th Place. There are… Continue reading

Paddock Lake Picnic in the Park coverage

Paddock Lake held its second Picnic in the Park today at Senior Citizens Park on the lake's west side. Those who attended enjoyed a free hot dog lunch, socializing with neighbors and the park's amenities.

Paddock Lake Picnic in the Park Tuesday

Paddock Lake's second Picnic in the Park of the summer is Tuesday, July 13, at Senior Citizens Park located at 65th Street and the lake. Residents are invited for free hot dogs, drinks, fruit, goodies and mingling with your neighbors…

Virtual tour of Paddock Lake’s Lake Walk

Have you had a chance yet to hit the trail of Paddock Lake's new 3.4 mile Lake Walk? Karen and I did recently. Above is a video of our tour. We hope it will give you an idea of what the walk is like and maybe encourage you to see it first hand… Continue reading

Paddock Lake anniversary coverage

Sunday was not just Paddock Lake's typical Fourth of July celebration. It also was the day the village celebrated its 50th anniversary (the actual incorporation date was July 14). The celebration was extended this year after the traditional bike parade. The Westosha Kiwanis Club sponsored and staffed a tent pitcvhed across from Village Hall that was the location of food, beverages and music for the rest of the day. In the evening, there was a cake reception and showing… Continue reading

Paddock Lake Bike Parade coverage

Paddock Lake's Fourth of July celebration kicked off Sunday morning with the annual bike parade. This was a special year for Paddock Lake, which also is celebrating its 50th anniversary this month. An expanded lineup of activities were scheduled to take place at Village Hall and across the street all day and into the night. The tent and music was organized by Westosha Kiwanis Club. Here are some scenes from the bike parade… Continue reading

Christ Lutheran to host bingo

Christ Lutheran Church, 24929 75th St. (Highway 50), Paddock Lake, will host its monthly bingo on Thursday, July 8. The doors will open at 5 p.m. with play starting at 6 p.m. Packages available for $10 and $20 Food concessions will be available on site; please no outside food/beverages.

For more information, call 843-2631.… Continue reading

Paddock Lake 50th anniversary celebration this Sunday

There are some new details available about the Paddock Lake 50th Anniversary and Fourth of July elebration this Sunday. Here's a press release from Westosha Kiwanis: The Westosha-Salem Kiwanis along with the Village of Paddock Lake are proud to announce the following festivities to celebrate the 4th of July and The Village of Paddock Lake’s 50th Anniversary. Westosha-Salem Kiwanis is having a fireworks display over Paddock Lake on Saturday, July 3 at dusk. The… Continue reading

Paddock Lake Village Hall closed for bomb investigation

Investigation into whether a small device picked up by the village building inspector this morning might be an explosive has closed Paddock Lake Village Hall for business this morning. Village President Marlene Goodson said the small device, which building inspector Tim Popanda originally thought might be a lost cellphone, is outside the building. Sheriff's deputies are investigating the device, but village staff cannot answer the phones because part of the building is closed. Popanda returning to… Continue reading

Paddock Lake 50th anniversary celebration details emerge

The Village Board and staff were sporting their 50th anniversary t-shirts at Wednesday's meeting. The shirts are on sale at Village Hall. Proceeds go toward paying for the 50th anniversary celebration July 4. More details about Paddock Lake's 50th anniversary celebration, to be held on July 4, emerged at Wednesday's Village Board meeting. Trustee Karen Harris gave a report on the plans, which included the following information:
  • The traditional bike parade will start at

Paddock Lake to give Central HS more time for tennis restrooms and path

The Paddock Lake Village Board approved a Plan Commission recommendation that will in effect give Central High School three years to complete the construction of a restroom facility and six-foot wide path along Highway 83 west of the school's athletic facilities there. The school had asked for the extension. Building inspector Tim Popanda said discussion at the Plan Commission level was extensive, but resulted in the recommendation to… Continue reading

Paddock Lake anniversary t-shirts on sale

Paddock Lake 50th anniversary t-shirts are on sale at Village Hall. Prices for the shirts are:
  • $8 youth sizes.
  • $10 adult sizes.
  • $12 for 2XL.
Resident Larissa Gallagher submitted the winning design for the t-shirt. Proceeds from the sale of the t-shirts will help fund the village’s planned 50th anniversary celebration this July…

Units responding to accident involving vehicle and bicyclist

At 3:20 p.m., Salem Fire/Rescue units are responding to the report of an accident at Brass Ball Corners involving a child on a bicycle. Dispatch reports that child was able to get up and walk his bicycle out of traffic. View Larger Map

Paddock Lake Picnics in the Park to start June 15

Paddock Lake's free Picnics in the Park will start again on Tuesday, June 15 at noon at McAlonan Park on the corner of 248th Avenue and 72nd Street. There will be free hot dogs, chips, drinks and fun. Residents are invited to eat, drink and meet their neighbors. If you have any questions please call Trustee Karen Harris at 843-2713… Continue reading

Sky a study in contrast

Here's some video of the sky over my neighborhood at about 8 p.m. tonight, looking from the  south to the north (facing west). What contrast!… Continue reading

Groundwork laid for Central to complete project

A recent exchange of letters with Paddock Lake has Central High School administration optimistic that all outstanding issues regarding the new athletic facilities project may be resolved soon. District administrator Scott Pierce gave a report to the School Board at a meeting Tuesday night that summarized a recent exchange of letters with the village:
  • The village has opened the door for the school

Christ Lutheran to host monthly bingo

Christ Lutheran Church, 24929 75th St. (Highway 50), Paddock Lake, will host its monthly bingo on Thursday, June 10. The doors will open at 5 p.m. with play starting at 6 p.m. Packages available for $10 and $20 Food concessions will be available on site; please no outside food/beverages.

For more information, call 843-2631.… Continue reading

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