Posts from ‘July, 2015’

Moon view July, 18, 2015

I was fascinated with the view of the moon in the western sky this evening, so I took this photo. I am not much of an evening sky photographer, so if you have a better shot please share (darren@westofthei.com) and I will post yours too. Anyone know what the nearby bright spot in the sky […]

Tornado watch cancelled

As of 7:45 p.m., the National Weather Service tornado watch that was to last until 10 p.m. has been cancelled. A 20 percent chance of thunderstorms remains in the forecast for tonight. ShareTweet0 Shares

Deaths July 18, 2015: Walter “Wally” Joseph Kerkman

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 for alarm in Paris

At about 3:44 p.m., Paris Fire and Rescue units are responding to a supervisory alarm in the 4900 block of 172nd Avenue in Paris. UPDATE 3:48 p.m. — One units responding. All others standing down. ShareTweet0 Shares

Units responding for sparking/down wires

At about 3:18 p.m., Town of Salem Fire/Rescue units and a sheriff’s deputy are responding to a report of a sparking wire in the 12200 block of Antioch Road (Highway 83) in Trevor. UPDATE 3:26 p.m. — Deputy on scene reports wire down effecting southbound traffic. No structure fire visible at this time. UPDATE 3:36 […]

Tornado warning issued for central Kenosha County

The National Weather Service has issued a tornado warning for central Kenosha County. The warning is in effect until 3:30 p.m. The Kenosha County Emergency Services Center says a tornado has been reported near East Troy in Walworth County. UPDATE 4:04 p.m. — NWS has allowed tornado warning to expire. A tornado watch continues until […]

Severe thunderstorm warning issued; tornado watch until 10 p.m.

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning warning for an area of Wisconsin including Western Kenosha County. The warning is in effect until 3 p.m. This storm has produced 60 mph winds and hail. The NWS also has issued a tornado watch until 10 p.m. UPDATE 2:32 p.m. — NWS has issued a tornado […]

Units responding to Highway 50 in Wheatland for medical call

At about 10:15 a.m., Town of Wheatland Fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue units are responding for a medical call at Highway 50 and Fox River Road. Per dispatch: Patient is a child on a school bus having a seizure. Bus is on the shoulder. ShareTweet0 Shares

Heat advisory issued for Saturday

A heat advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for our area for Saturday. The advisory will be in effect from noon to 8 p.m. The high temperature could reach 92 Saturday with heat index values as high as 103. There also may be patchy fog in the morning and a 20-30 percent chance […]

Deaths July 17, 2015: Geraldine “Gerrie” A. DeGroot

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 for mutual aid to Pleasant Prairie FD

At about 5:25 p.m., units from local fire departments are responding for mutual aid to the Pleasant Prairie Fire Department for a structure fire in the 9500 block of East Frontage Road in Pleasant Prairie. The following departments are requested to respond with the following equipment: Kenosha Fire Department and Bristol Fire and Rescue with […]

Head Start enrollment is underway

Head Start is a free, federally funded, preschool program for 3-5 year old children living in Western Kenosha County. It offers a comprehensive preschool program that includes a research based educational curriculum, social/emotional and health and wellness activities to ensure children’s future success in school. Parents are encouraged to participate in the program as volunteers or on committees. Head Start […]

Units responding to county park for medical call

At about 3:50 p.m. Randall fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue Squad units are responding to a medical call at KD County Park in Randall. ShareTweet0 Shares

Westosha Senior Community Center receives grant from Kenosha Women’s Network

Kenosha Women’s Network has announced the recipients of the 2015 mini-grants. This year, $9,000 was raised by KWN and distributed to nine non-profit organizations that benefit women and children in Kenosha County. This year’s recipients are: Tri-County Tobacco-Free Coalition, The Boys & Girls Club of Kenosha, The Kiwanis Club of Kenosha, Westosha Senior Community Center, Circle of Hope, Hospice […]

Messiah Lutheran Church hosting salad luncheon July 22

Messiah Lutheran Church will be hosting a Salad Bar Luncheon on Wednesday, July 22, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The luncheon will feature homemade salads and deserts. Tickets available at the door; Adults $9 and Children (under 12) $5. Messiah Lutheran Church is located at 8720 368th Ave., Twin Lakes. ShareTweet0 Shares

Salem School honor roll fourth quarter 2014-15

This post was sponsored by Paddock Lake Pet Services The following students were named to the Salem School fourth quarter 2014-15 honor roll: Eighth grade High honors — Joseph Brenner, Elizabeth Cater, Kennedy Cortes, Paige Dawley, Amy Degner, Anna Delisi, Ashlyn Friedrichs, Brandon Gonzales, Olivia Hinze, Abigail Jones, Sydney Juarez, Olivia Kazumura, Jefferson Kearby, Cameron Krueger, Amelia Kusch, Angelina Mack, Brenna Maloney, Caileigh McFeters, Matthew Pham, Carina Rook, Triana Rudd, Ryan Schumacher, Boden Stickels, Zane Sumwalt, Mary Teumer, Nicholas Trecker, Tyler Vernezze, Daniella Viirre. […]

A word from our sponsors: Hill Country Market to host beer tasting

Note: Hill Country Market is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH Hill Country Market Event will be hosting a free beer tasting on Saturday, July 18 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come sample Hill Country Market’s summer favorites from their great selection of beer and craft beer. Find a new beer or maybe you’ll rediscover one of your […]

Paddock Lake to seek legal review of Community Library Board make-up issue

The Paddock lake Village Board wants its attorney to review the legal ramifications before making a decision on a proposal from Salem on resolving the Community Library Board representation issue. Since its founding as a joint library in 1980, the library has had a governing board made up of two members from each member municipality […]

Units responding for second sparking wire in Bristol

At about 9:23 p.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue units are responding for another sparking wire report, this time in the 20600 block of 116th Street in Bristol. UPDATE 9:35 p.m. — Nothing spotted yet by deputy or fire department. UPDATE 9:40 p.m. — Fire department returning to quarters. ShareTweet0 Shares

Units responding for sparking wire in Bristol

At about 8:05 p.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue units and a sheriff’s deputy are responding to a report of a sparking wire in the 8600 block of 184th Avenue (Highway D) in Bristol. UPDATE 8:12 p.m. — Deputy on scene reports that a trees appears to be on fire. UPDATE 8:37 p.m. — Deputy reports to […]

New Bristol historical society forming to restore and relocate old town hall

A new historical society is being formed in Bristol to pursue the restoration and relocation of the old town hall building. John McCabe announced the formation of the society in the following statement, emailed to westofthei.com: We are starting a historical society called Bristol Wisconsin Historical Society. The society is planning on saving the original Bristol Town […]

Showers and storms possible today, likely tonight

Showers and thunderstorms are possible today and even likely this evening into tonight, says the National Weather Service forecast. Rain could start around 3 p.m., and is likely after 7 p.m. Thursday’s high will be just 75, but a warm-up is expected to start Friday and continue through the weekend. High temperatures are expected to be 88, […]

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 […]

Silver Lake to buy new radios and pagers for Silver Lake FD

The Silver Lake Village Board approved spending as much as $28,000 on new pagers, portable radios and handheld radios for the Silver Lake Fire Department. The action was approved by a 3-1 vote. Trustee Carolyn Dodge voted against the motion. Trustees Pat Dunn, Roger Johnson and Daniel Withers were absent. After objections arose to just […]

Pringle to host invasive species workday July 25

Pringle Nature Center, 9800 160th Ave., Bristol will be holding an Invasive Species Workday on Saturday, July 25, from 9 a.m. to noon. Want to help with parkland restoration or use cool tools? Students or Scouts, do you need to earn some community service hours? With the help of volunteers, undesirable non-native, invasive plants are […]

A word from our sponsors: WestoshaMarket open today 3-7:30 p.m.

Note: WestoshaMarket is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH The new WestoshaMarket continues its regular schedule this week. WestoshaMarket is open Wednesdays, through Aug. 26, from 3 to 7:30 p.m., 21010 75th Street in Bristol (Highway 50, 3/4 mile west of Highway 45). The market is open rain or shine. Click here for more information, including vendors and musical highlights. Kenosha Common Markets, Inc., […]

Messiah Lutheran to host vacation Bible School July 27-31

Messiah Lutheran Church will host Vacation Bible School on July 27–31, from 9 a.m. to noon. The Great Bible Reef-“Deep Dive into God’s Word” will be the theme. Registration forms available at the church, 8720 368th Ave., Twin Lakes, or call 877-2728 to register. The cost is $10 per child, with a maximum of $25 […]

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 […]

Bristol School growing vegetables for The Sharing Center

Bill Harris of Harris Pet Hospital in Paddock Lake donated four planting beds to Bristol School District No. 1 in June. They are located on the southwest side of the grounds and are now home to a vibrant and varied crop of vegetables tended to by Bristol students, Bristol Kids Club children and the Wynhoff family. Everyone is enjoying […]

A word from our sponsors: Western Kenosha Transit stops at WestoshaMarket

Note: Western Kenosha Transit and WestoshaMarket are westofthei.com sponsors. — DH Western Kenosha Transit provides afternoon stops at WestoshaMarket at no additional cost Wednesday afternoons through August 26, on their eastbound and westbound fixed route. Find Western Transit schedule and route information here. Western Transit provides rides to the general public for $2each way, and Kenosha […]

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