Posts from ‘September, 2013’

Deaths Sept. 25, 2013: Victor M. Cook, Shirley J. LaBelle

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

Units responding to Trevor-Wilmot School for medical call

At about 1:13 p.m., Town of Salem Fire/Rescue units are responding to Trevor-Wilmot School for a medical. Per dispatch: Patient is a 5-year-old who fell off playground equipment. Has an arm injury. Parent on the scene. ShareTweet0 Shares

Units responding for gas line puncture in Twin Lakes

At about 11:55 a.m., Twin Lakes Fire Department units and village police officers are responding to a report of a gas line puncture in the 400 block of Elm Court. UPDATE 11:57 a.m. — Police officer on scene reports that work was going on at the site. Puncture is under the house. Electricity has been […]

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 Shares

Fog advisory in effect

The National Weather Service has issued a fog advisory for our area. Visibility may be reduced to less than a quarter of a mile in spots. The advisory is in effect until 9 a.m. ShareTweet0 Shares

A word from our sponsors: New weekly ad for Lakeside Sentry posted at westofthei.com

Note: Lakeside Sentry is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH This week’s ad for Lakeside Sentry in Paddock Lake is now available at westofthei.com. Click on the ad to see the full line-up of values for this coming week. The sale prices in this ad (click here to see ad) are effective from Thursday, Sept. 19 through […]

Paris hears options on Highways 45 &142 intersection; tables roundabout resolution again

The Paris Town Board Tuesday night tabled a resolution opposing the construction of a roundabout at the Highways 142 and 45 intersection after hearing a presentation on alternatives  from Wisconsin Department of Transportation representatives. The board also considered the resolution last month, but tabled it then to hear the presentation delivered Tuesday night. Board members […]

Taylor Clark Memorial Golf Outing is Oct. 12

A golf outing will be held in October to benefit the family of a recent Central High School graduate and former golf team member who died of ovarian cancer in August. The event will also benefit raising awareness of ovarian cancer. The Taylor Clark Memorial Golf Outing will take place Saturday, Oct. 12 at Brighton […]

Units responding for motorcycle crash in Salem

At about 12:25 p.m., Town of Salem Fire/Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash in the 7900 block of Highway F (256th Avenue) in Salem. Per dispatch: Single motorcyclist hit a pole. UPDATE about 12:27 p.m. — Deputy on the scene reports that driver is conscious and breathing. Pole […]

Deaths Sept. 23, 2013: Ellen Yaris, Stephan James Misicka, Eva Barbara Kasluga

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: Share2Tweet2 Shares

Kenosha County Dive Team training

The Kenosha County Dive Team held a training session Saturday on Lake Michigan. The dive team has members from throughout Kenosha County. The team responds to various rescue and recovery calls on bodies of water throughout the county. Sunday’s training was a chance for the team to try our a new boat belonging to the […]

Kenosha County Safety Fair 2013 coverage

Fire and police departments from throughout Kenosha County participated in the annual Kenosha County Safety Fair Saturday. The free event was held at the Wal-Mart/Sam’s Club stores in Somers. Those attending were able to see all kinds of equipment and see several different demonstrations. Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department personnel showed off some of their specialized […]

Units responding to crash in Brighton

At 7:45 a.m., Town of Salem Fire/Rescue units are responding to the scene of a crash in the 26700 block of Highway NN in Brighton. Two vehicles involved. No injuries apparent but rescue being dispatched because there are four juveniles involved, deputy on the scene says. UPDATE 7:49 a.m. — Arriving fire/rescue unit reports moderate […]

Deputy on scene with crash along Highway K

At about 9:45 p.m., a sheriff’s deputy is on the a scene of a vehicle in the ditch along Highway K at about 248th Avenue along the Paddock Lake-Brighton border. Deputy reports there is no one in the vehicle. ShareTweet0 Shares

Businesses sought for Wilmot UHS homecoming parade

Wilmot’s MBA club is looking for local businesses to participate in the homecoming parade for Wilmot High School on Oct. 4. Those interested can contact Desiree Lenick-Pena at desireelp_96@yahoo.com. Participants need to arrive at the fairgrounds around 4:30 p.m. on Oct. 4. ShareTweet0 Shares

Bristol PTA seeking crafters/vendors for fair

The Bristol PTA is hosting their 2nd annual craft/vendor fair on Dec. 7. Applications are currently being accepted for vendors. Please email Jennifer Scheele at scentswithjen@yahoo.com or call 608-732-0797 for more information and an application. ShareTweet0 Shares

Registration for Powerful Tools for Caregivers currently open

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a 6-week educational series designed to provide you with the tools you need to take care of yourself. This program helps family caregivers reduce stress, improve self-confidence, communicate feelings better, balance their lives, increase their ability to make tough decisions and locate helpful resources. Classes will be held at the […]

Units responding for alarm along Highway K

At 10:16 a.m., Town of Salem Fire/Rescue units are responding to a report of a fire alarm at a residence in the 25400 block of Highway K (60th Street) along the Brighton-Salem-Paddock Lake border. UPDATE 10:17 a.m. — Dispatch advises responding units that caller at the scene reports no smoke or flames seen and this […]

A word from our sponsors: Sept. 22, 2013 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons

Note: Glenda and Butch Dupons, of Bear Realty, are westofthei.com sponsors. Here are open houses being hosted today by Glenda and Butch Dupons, of Bear Realty (click the links below for more information): 9121 176TH AVE, BRISTOL 8350 WHEATLAND RD, BURLINGTON ShareTweet0 Shares

Central HS Music Department to host pancake breakfast

The Central High School Music Department will hold a pancake breakfast fundraiser on Sunday, Oct. 6 from 7 to noon in the school cafetorium. Ticket prices are $7 ages 10 and up, $4  ages 5 to 9, with 4 and under free. Funds raised from the event will be used to help students attend the band […]

Kenosha County 4-H open house is Sept. 24

The Kenosha County UW-Extension is pleased to announce its 8th Annual 4-H Open House, on Tuesday, Sept. 24, from 6:30 to  7:300 p.m. at the Kenosha County Center (corner of Highways 45 and 50) in Bristol. The county-wide event is open to all youth and adults interested in discovering more about 4-H in Kenosha County. […]

Wilmot UHS girls basketball hosting mattress sale fundraiser

The Wilmot Girls Basketball Program will be sponsoring a fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 19. Name brand mattress sets will be sold at 30-60 percent below retail prices. These are all top quality mattresses with full factory warranties. All sizes and price ranges. Delivery is available. Floor models will be displayed in the Maki Center at […]

Units responding to crash in Paddock Lake; Flight for Life responding

At about 4:40 p.m., Town of Salem Fire/Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash in the 24300 block of Highway 50 in Paddock Lake. Per dispatch: Two vehicles involved, both westbound lanes blocked and at least one person is injured. UPDATE 4:43 p.m. — Fire/Rescue units arriving on scene […]

Pringle Nature Center Fall Fun Fest 2013 coverage

The Pringle Nature Center hosted its annual Fall Fun Fest Saturday at the center, which is located inside Bristol Woods County Park in Bristol. The event, a fundraiser for the center, offered a wide variety of outdoor activities, including hay wagon rides, pumpkin painting and other nature crafts, a blacksmith demonstration and  more. There also […]

United Way Day of Caring volunteers help out at The Sharing Center, Westosha Senior Center

United Way of Kenosha County Day of Caring volunteers were in Western Kenosha County helping with hands-on community service projects Saturday. At The Sharing Center in Trevor, volunteers were engaged in a number of cleaning projects as well as picking produce from the center’s garden. At the Westosha Senior Center in Bristol, volunteers could be […]

Josh Strasser and Brian Hopkins on Wisconsin Lutheran College football team

Two area residents are members of the Wisconsin Lutheran College football team: Josh Strasser, of Silver Lake, a sophomore. Brian Hopkins, of Silver Lake, a sophomore. The Wisconsin Lutheran College football team will look to build on the best season in school history after going 7-3 in 2012. First-year head coach Ben Murphy takes over […]

A word from our sponsors: Meyer Family Farms Vegetable Stand can decorate your home for fall

Note: A word from our sponsors: Meyer Family Farms Vegetable Stand is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH If you are looking to put that fall touch to your home’s decor, Meyer Family Farms Vegetable Stand can help you. They have a available a wide variety of items that will give your home that perfect harvest […]

Bristol Historical Society volunteers sought

Bristol is creating a Historical Society for Bristol governed by volunteers (no pay). The group would review buildings/locations/objects and recognize historical value. This is a unique opportunity to help preserve history and setup guidelines of what Bristol considers historical significance. The group will review applications and grant recognition, if guidelines are met. The Historical Society […]

Units responding for crash on I-94

At 10:19 p.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue units are responding to a report of a crash in the 10400 block of I-94, noethbound lanes. UPDATE 10:24 p.m. — Deputy at the scene asking that two of three lanes be shut down. UPDATE 10:27 p.m. — Tow trucks responding. ShareTweet0 Shares

Twin Lakes to add stop signs

The Twin Lakes Village Board earlier this week agreed to add stop signs to the following locations: Koch Drive and Laurie Lane. Jerome Drive and Laurie Lane. The signs were requested by resident Nicholas Cullen in a letter sent to the village in August. “It has been a growing concern for my family as well […]

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