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 […]
Posts from ‘March, 2015’
Wilmot UMC to host Fox River Barbecue April 11
Wilmot United Methodist Church will host the Fox River Barbecue on April 11 from 4 to 7 p.m. The barbecue will offer pulled pork sandwiches, cole slaw, potato salad, and dessert. Adults $8, children 6-12 $5 and children under 5 free. Carry outs are available. Wilmot United Methodist Church is located at 11425 Fox River […]
Salem School students walk all over South America — on a giant map
Salem School hosted a National Geographic’s giant map of South America earlier this week, through the efforts of sixth grade teacher Diane Thomson. The visit was sponsored by the Wisconsin Alliance for Geography. Salem was one of only 15 schools in the state to get such a visit this school year. The map itself is 22 feet by […]
Deaths March 27, 2015: David H. Vos
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
Units responding to crash in Twin Lakes
At about 5:38 p.m., Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue units and Twin Lakes Police officers are responding to a report of a crash at Highways C and Z in Twin Lakes. Per dispatch: A bicyclist may be involved. UPDATE 5:49 p.m. — Ambulance leaving the scene heading for a local hospital. ShareTweet0 Shares
Michelle Garven is new Trevor-Wilmot district administrator
Michelle Garven has been announced as the new district administrator of the Trevor-Wilmot Consolidated Grade School District. Garven was at the school Friday being shown around by current district administrator George Steffen and school board President Tom Steiner. Garven is currently the director of learning services in the Grafton School District. She has been an educator […]
Mr. Wilmot 2015 coverage
The Mr. Wilmot 2015 competition was last Thursday night at Wilmot Union High School. Dylan Fraley was named Mr. Wilmot, with Jake Skinner, 1st Runner up. Others competing for the honor: Carson Borowski, Bryce Kothe, Marcus Lindstrand, and Isaac Thiel. Share3Tweet3 Shares
Meals on Wheels seeking delivery volunteers
The Meals on Wheels program is in need of volunteers to assist with meal delivery to older adults throughout the Western Kenosha County region. Routes are picked up at by 11 a.m. Monday through Friday and typically take one, but not more than two hours to deliver. The meal delivery is vital to the independence of these […]
Salem Celebration 2015 coverage
This year’s Salem Celebration theme was Candyland. Salem Grade School was bustling Thursday evening with games and ice cream. The evening concluded with a performance by staff. ShareTweet0 Shares
Zachary Fitzpatrick participates in Africa study tour
Carthage College students on the “Economics and Business in Southern Africa” study tour — including Zachary Fitzpatrick of Bristol — explored a stunning variety of spectacular natural environments, exotic wildlife, historic townships, uniquely sophisticated cities, world-renowned cuisine, and very lively and diverse cultures. On the tour, students visited South Africa, Botswana, and Kingdom of Lesotho […]
Wilmot High School Drama Department to present Legally Blonde The Musical
Wilmot High School Drama Department will present the fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, on Friday, April 17 at 7 p.m. and on Saturday, April 18 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. The musical follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery, and scandal in pursuit of her […]
Units responding for vehicle in water in Lake Shangri-la
At about 7:23 a.m., Town of Salem Fire/Rescue units, Kenosha County Dive Team members and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a vehicle in the water in the 21600 block of 121st Place in the Lake Shangri-la neighborhood. Per dispatch: A caller reported that a vehicle went down a hill with a curve and slid into the water. […]
Unforecast snow falling Friday morning
At 5 a.m., I see snow falling outside my Paddock Lake window. I am somewhat surprised. I watch weather forecasts pretty close to be able to bring you news of weather conditions you might want to know about. Snow wasn’t in our local National Weather Service forecast last night. In fact, it’s not in the local forecast for […]
Deaths March 26, 2015: John C. O’Connor
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
Teen grief support group to begin April 6
A grief support group for high school youth who have lost a loved one will begin meeting on April 6tat Bristol School. Although Teen S.O.S (Sharing Our Stories) is supported by Living Waters and the United Methodist Churches of Western Kenosha County, it is not a religious based curriculum and is open to all. Sessions run for 8 weeks on Monday […]
A word from our sponsors: Creative Concrete hiring concrete laborers
Note: Creative Concrete is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH Creative Concrete, Inc. is looking for experienced concrete laborers. We are looking for individuals to start full-time. CDL license and experience in running small equipment is helpful. Apply in person or call the office: 30621 52nd St. Salem, WI 53168 M-F 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (262) 537-4495 ShareTweet0 […]
Application period open for Gateway high school senior scholarships
Gateway Technical College Foundation Inc. has announced the application period has opened for interested graduating high school seniors to apply for scholarships to the college. Deadline to apply for scholarships is April 1. High school student scholarships are open to high school students who graduate in the current academic year, have earned a minimum 2.0 grade point average in […]
Silver Lake Junior Sportsman’s Club Wild Game Dinner is March 28
The Silver Lake Junior Sportsman’s Club is holding it’s annual Wild Game Dinner on Saturday, March 28, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Village Pub / American Legion Hall, 307 N Cogswell Drive, Silver Lake. This event helps to fund programming for The Silver Lake Junior Sportsman’s Club, which encourages youth to not only enjoy but safely respect outdoor sporting […]
Boy Scout Troop 380 collects food for Twin Lakes Food Pantry
Boy Scout Troop 380 in Twin Lakes recently collected nearly 900 pounds food for the Twin Lakes Food Pantry. The troop would like to thank Twin Lakes residents for making this a big success. Share4Tweet4 Shares
Paris School Honor Roll second quarter 2014-15
Note: This post is sponsored by Gagliardi Law, LLP. — DH The following students were named to the Paris School honor roll for the second quarter of the 2014-15 school year: Sixth grade High honors — Sam Hardesty, Monty Lim, Juliette Lofty, Eddie Menarek, Sean Riphagen. Honors — Alexis Catunao, Camren Flegner-Kempf, Faith Grams, Dylan Hartnek, Lanah Horton, Jamie Pena, Edric Petrick, Valentina Rovella, Chandlor Trnovec, Jack Weis. Seventh grade High honors […]
A word from our sponsors: Westosha-Salem Kiwanis Club egg hunt is March 28
Note: The Kiwanis Club of Westosha-Salem is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH The Kiwanis Club of Westosha-Salem’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt will take place Saturday, March 28, at Salem School. Line-up is at 11:45 a.m. Signal for the hunt to start goes off exactly at noon. This hunt is for all children ages 2-10 years old […]
Kenosha County 65th in healthy outcomes, says UW study
Kenosha County slipped one spot — from 64th to 65th latest County Health Rankings released by the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The Kenosha County Division of Heath issued the following media release regarding the rankings : Kenosha County ranked 64th out of 72 counties in Health Outcomes and 65th […]
Units responding for crash in Bristol
At 10:08 a.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to the intersection of Highway 45 and Highway 50 in Bristol for a crash. Per dispatch: Crash involves two vehicles and is blocking traffic. One person reporting an injury. UPDATE 10:10 a.m. — Deputy on the scene reports crash is actually on Highway […]
A word from our sponsors: New weekly ad for Marv & Alison’s Sentry posted at westofthei.com
Note: Marv & Alison’s Sentry is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH This week’s ad for Marv & Alison’s 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 […]
Rain in forecast for tonight
The National Weather Service local forecast says we can count on seeing some rain tonight. Rain could start as early as 8 p.m. and continue until 8 a.m. Wednesday, but the bulk of that rain should come between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. Between .5 and .75 of rain could fall overnight with another tenth […]
Wheatland Fire Department Auxiliary egg hunt is March 28
The Town of Wheatland Fire Department Auxiliary Easter Egg Hunt will take place Saturday, March 28, at 10 a.m. sharp! The egg hunt will be held at the Wheatland Fire Department Firehouse in New Munster. Ages 10 and under are welcome. Bring your own basket. This is a free community event sponsored by the Town of […]
Bristol OKs road project agreements to keep costs down
The Bristol Village Board approved two agreements with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation over upcoming road projects along Highway 45. The agreements are designed to keep in place terms that favor Bristol, said village administrator Randy Kerkman. Projects covered by the agreements are Highway 45 from the stateline to Highway 50 and Highway 45 from Highway 50 […]
New Powerful Tools for Caregivers series to begin April 15
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 Brookdale-Pleasant Prairie Assisted […]
HCE to host Clothing Exchange March 25
The Kenosha County Association for Home & Community Education Clothing Exchange is providing as opportunity to clean out your closets and basements while helping yourself and others throughout our community. You are invited to bring all clothing or accessories you have outgrown or are ready to get rid of. The sizes include infant through adult. […]
Silver Lake public hearing on possible sheriff’s contract to be April 14
A public hearing regarding the possibility of the village contracting with the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department for police protection will be held starting at 7 p.m., April 14 at Riverview School. The notice announcing the hearing said all interested parties will be given a chance to speak. Written comment submitted by April 13 will also be […]
