The following media release is from the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department: With the recent events surrounding the search and ultimate capture of fugitive Andrew Obregon and the arrival of the winter season, Kenosha County Sheriff Beth would like to remind Kenosha County residents of the availability of Emergency Notifications. Sheriff Beth encourages Kenosha County Residents to […]
Posts from ‘November, 2015’
A word from our sponsors: Nov. 15, 2015 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): 31120 Burlington Rd, Burlington 8537 Antioch Rd, Salem 33408 Bassett Rd, Burlington 27925 41st St, Salem 6114 242nd Ave, Paddock Lake (Salem) […]
Four bills authored by Sen. Wanggaard signed by gov.
The following was submitted by the office of state Sen. Van Wanggaard: Governor Walker signed four bills authored by Senator Van Wanggaard (R-Racine) into law this morning. The bills authored by Wanggaard help open doors for entrepreneurs and small business, allow on-duty military personnel to carry concealed weapons in Wisconsin, provides civil liability immunity for equine-assisted learning and […]
A word from our sponsors: Hill Country Market & Breezy Hill Nursery Holiday Sparkle Event is Nov. 19
Note: Hill Country Market & Breezy Hill Nursery are westofthei.com sponsors. — DH Hill Country Market & Breezy Hill Nursery are hosting their Holiday Sparkle Event on Nov. 19 at 6:30 p.m. Cost is: $15/person. Participants will enjoy a night of holiday decor and demos from Breezy Hill Nursery and a wine tasting with appetizers from Hill Country […]
Callie Rucker is new Randall town clerk
Callie Rucker was appointed town clerk by the Randall Town Board Thursday at its regular meeting. Rucker succeeds Phyllis Kaskin, who held the post since 1967, when she succeeded her husband after his death. She retired as of Oct. 31. Rucker’s appointment was hardly a surprise. She has been working along side Kaskin learning the ropes […]
Units responding for vehicle fire
At about 12:36 p.m., Paris Fire and Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a car fire in the southbound lanes of I-94 near the Highway 142 interchange. Per dispatch: Vehicle is on the shoulder. UPDATE 12:45 p.m. — Unit arriving on scene reports nothing showing. ShareTweet0 Shares
A word from our sponsors: Home Again celebrating one year in new location tonight
Note: Home Again is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH Home Again Restaurant is having a 1 year here party tonight at its location, 9524 Camp Lake Road in Salem. Planned as part of the celebration are music, specials and fun! ShareTweet0 Shares
Units responding to crash in Salem
At about 8:38 a.m., Town of Salem Fire/Rescue and Silver Lake Rescue Squad units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a crash at Highways 50 and B in Salem. Per dispatch: Callers report one vehicle in the ditch with a driver who may be trapped and another vehicle with a driver and a passenger. UPDATE […]
Randall School celebrates Veteran’s Day
Note: The following was submitted by Randall School — DH Randall School celebrated Veteran’s Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11 as it has for the past 10 years. When veterans arrived, they were presented with handmade poppy corsages. These corsages were made by 4th and 5th grade students and the Art Excel students at Randall. Each […]
Legion Post 544 turkey raffle is Nov. 21
American Legion Post 544 will be hosting its annual turkey raffle at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21. The raffle will be held at the American Legion Hall, 989 Legion Drive, Twin Lakes. The Legion post will be raffling turkeys and pork for $2 per chance per spin. Free food and beverages will be served; […]
Pancake breakfast on Nov. 15 at Trevor-Wilmot to benefit music dept.
Trevor Wilmot School is hosting a pancake breakfast this Sunday, Nov. 15, from 8 a.m. until noon. The proceeds will be used to support the music department. Tickets are $5 for ages 5 and up; children 4 and under are free. There will also be a craft fair including over 20 vendors with free admission. There […]
Central HS Veteran’s Day Assembly 2015 coverage (PHOTOS & VIDEO)
Central High School celebrated Veteran’s Day Wednesday afternoon. Veteran’s could gather for a reception from 1:15 until the program at 2 pm. The speaker for the assembly was Jake Eckhart, a Central grad who was a guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. For the month of October, the school store, the Falcon’s Nest, […]
Riverview School honors veterans
Riverview School staff and students honored US military veterans with a program Tuesday at the school. The program included students performing a Pledge of Allegiance ceremony, an explanation of the symbolism of the POW/MIA Table, performances of appropriate musical numbers by band and choir students and remarks from district administrator Jon Schleusner. “Whatever you call it, (Veterans Day) […]
Units responding to crash in Bristol
At about 3:05 p.m., Bristol Fire and Tescue units and aheriff’s deputies are responding for a report of a crash in the 20600 block of Highway 50 (75th Street) in Bristol. Per disptch: Two vehicles involved, Share5Tweet5 Shares
Andrew Thoss named UW-Whitewater Launch Pad Scholar
Andrew Thoss, a senior elementary education major from Bristol, has been named a University of Wisconsin-Whitewater 2015-16 Launch Pad Scholar. Launch Pad is a startup accelerator program that educates, inspires and assists students in becoming entrepreneurs and creating businesses. Launch Pad Scholars learn numerous skills through this program such as marketing, the value of adaptability, […]
Emergency Management asks “Are You Ready for Winter?”
Kenosha County Emergency Management issued the following media release regarding Wisconsin Winter Awareness Week: Kenosha County Emergency Management wants to know, “Are You Ready for Winter?” Governor Scott Walker has declared November 9-13, 2015 as Wisconsin’s Winter Awareness Week. The annual campaign, sponsored by Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM), Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT), and the National […]
Severe thunderstorm watch issued
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for an area of Wisconsin that includes Kenosha County. This watch is in effect until 11 p.m. ShareTweet0 Shares
Wilmot UHS Veterans Day Program 2015 coverage
Wilmot Union High School hosted its annual Veterans Day Program Wednesday at the school’s Veterans Memorial Fieldhouse. The student body and staff attended. Organizers said there were over 100 veterans in attendance. “Today, it is our privilege to say thank you,” said social studies teacher Marlene A. Tilsner, who also organized the program. The program started […]
Severe thunderstorm watch issued
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for nine Wisconsin counties including Kenosha County effective until 11 p.m. ShareTweet0 Shares
Units responding for investigation in Camp Lake
At about 4:47 p.m., Town of Salem Fire/Rescue units are responding for an investigation in the 26900 block of 96th Street in Camp Lake. Per dispatch: Caller reports an unattended burning pile of leaves. ShareTweet0 Shares
Cub Scout Pack 328 annual pancake breakfast and Silent Auction is Nov. 15
Cub Scout Pack 328 annual pancake breakfast and Silent Auction is Nov. 15 from 7:30 until 1 p.m. at Salem School. Featuring regular, chocolate chip, blueberry, strawberry, raspberry, pineapple and new this year mango fruit filled pancakes and flavored syrups served with eggs, sausage, orange juice, milk or coffee. Adults $5 and Children $4. Under 4 years […]
Rain tonight, wind tomorrow
It’s going to rain tonight to be followed by some strong wind Thursday, says the local National Weather Service forecast. Rain is virtually certain to begin by about 7 p.m. Wednesday night and continue until 10 p.m., though it may start sooner and/or end later. Then the wind takes over. In fact, the NWS has issued […]
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 […]
Units responding for crash in Bristol
At about 7:38 a.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a crash at Highways 45 and C in Bristol. Per dispatch: Two vehicles involved. One person reporting arm pain and difficulty breathing. ShareTweet0 Shares
Units responding for investigation in Wheatland
about 6 p.m., Town of Wheatland Fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue units with sheriff’s deputies are responding for an investigation in Wheatland. Per dispatch: A caller in the area of the 5600 block of 366th Avenue reported high flames from an unknown source. ShareTweet0 Shares
Nov. 14 pancake breakfast to benefit Westosha Senior Center
Westosha Senior Center will be hosting a pancake breakfast fundraiser on Saturday, Nov. 14 from 8 a.m. to noon at the center, 19200 93rd St. (Highway C) Bristol. Meal includes 2 pancakes, 2 sausage, 2 eggs, fruit cup, orange juice and coffee. Admission is: Adults $7, ages 6-12 $3, and under 6 free. Carry outs available. For more […]
Units responding for ATV crash in Brighton
At about 4:27 p.m., Kansasville Fire Department units are responding to an ATV crash at Richard Bong State Recreation Area in Brighton. Per dispatch: Patient is experiencing back pain. Share5Tweet5 Shares
Units responding for crash in Randall
At about 3:10 p.m., Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue units, sheriff’s deputies and Twin Lakes Police officers are responding to a report of a crash at Highways O and F in Randall. Per dispatch: Crash involves an SUV and a school bus with 25 students on board. No injuries reported. ShareTweet0 Shares
CHS Performing Arts to present “Annie Get Your Gun” Nov. 20, 21 & 22
CHS Performing Arts is proud to present its Fall Musical, “Annie Get Your Gun.” Irving Berlin’s classic musical about sharpshooter Annie Oakley, America’s first female superstar and her romance with fellow sharpshooter Frank Butler. Set in Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show as it traveled the 1890s American Frontier, the show features such classic songs as “There’s […]
Salem School Veterans Day program set
A Veterans Day Program will be conducted at Salem School on Nov. 11, starting at 2:15 p.m. The school would like to extend the invitation to all Veterans. For more information please contact Virginia Vinson at 843-2356 Ext 125. Salem School is located at 8828 Antioch Road, Salem. ShareTweet0 Shares
