The Bristol Farmer’s Market will be held on Fridays through Sept. 2. The market takes place 2-6 p.m. at 21010 75th Street, Bristol. Interested in becoming a vendor? Call 857-2368 for more information. ShareTweet0 Shares
Posts from ‘July, 2016’
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 […]
Salem and Silver Lake approve merger agreement
The Salem Town Board and the Silver Lake Village Board on Wednesday both adopted a cooperative plan that will ultimately result in the two municipalities becoming a single village. Both boards’ votes — made at separate, simultaneous meetings — were unanimous. No public comment was on the agenda of either meeting. But the outcome of the […]
Units responding for burning in Twin Lakes
At about 8:14 p.m., Twin Lakes Fire Department units and Twin Lakes Police offices are responding to a report of a burning in the 900 block of Bayview in Twin Lakes. ShareTweet0 Shares
Units responding for crash in Twin Lakes
At about 5:18 p.m., Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue units and Twin Lakes Police officers are responding for a crash at Holy Hill Road and Burlington Avenue in Twin Lakes. Per dispatch: Two vehicles involved. At least one injury being reported. ShareTweet0 Shares
Paris supervisor proposes debate with recall candidates
Paris town Supervisor Ron Kammerzelt, at Tuesday’s regular monthly Town Board meeting, proposed having a debate with one or even all of the candidates who are seeking to recall the board. “I would personally like to talk with one of you or all of you at any time,” Kammerzelt said during citizens comments, stepping out from the table […]
Daily firecracker: Powerful pedaling at pedal tractor pulls
Note: The Kenosha County Fair is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH. Youngsters will be pushing the pedals for all they are worth on Thursday and Friday at the Kenosha County Fair as part of the annual Pedal Tractor Pulls. The competition is open to youngsters from 5 to 12 years old. In pedal tractor pull, the kids pedal […]
Vehicle fire in Brighton
A truck and a zero turn mower sitting on a trailer caught fire this afternoon near Highway 75 and 31st Street in Brighton. Photographer Larry Zamba captured the above photo of the scene. ShareTweet0 Shares
A word from our sponsors: Team Glory Midwest’s Future looks bright!
Note: Team Glory Midwest of a westofthei.com sponsor. This is a paid announcement. — DH As the second year of Team Glory Midwest’s season is winding down, the organization couldn’t be happier about how their 3rd season is looking. The vision of Team Glory is different than your “typical” travel softball team. Their team mantra […]
July 27, 2016 lake test results: Paddock-Hooker Lake Association beach closed to swimming; all other tested beaches open
The above map shows the location of the Paddock-Hooker Lake Association beach. The Paddock-Hooker Lake Association beach on Paddock Lake will be closed to swimming after an E.coli test this week at that location showed 2,419 E.coli/100 mL. Signs announcing the closure will be placed at the beach this morning, said Tim Popanda, Paddock Lake village […]
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 […]
Sheriff says band’s no police request at Country Thunder may have been a misunderstanding
The request of country act Florida-Georgia Line to have no law enforcement back stage during their concert at the Country Thunder festival Friday in Randall may have been a misunderstanding, Sheriff David Beth told reporters Tuesday. “Maybe it was just a huge misunderstanding,” Beth said. “I want to believe that.” However, as the same situation appears […]
Deaths July 26, 2016: Charles E. Klotz Jr.
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
A word from our sponsors: KAFASI celebrating 47 years with Summer of ’69 fundraiser Aug. 11
Note: KAFASI is advertising this event with westofthei.com. This is a paid announcment. — DH Join Kenosha Area Family & Aging Services, Inc. (KAFASI) for an evening of food, music, cash bar and a lot of fun with a 60’s twist. KAFASI will be hosting their 2nd Annual Summer of ’69 fundraiser on Aug. 11, to celebrate 47 […]
Daily firecracker: Demo derby for crunching, crashing fun
Note: The Kenosha County Fair is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH The sound of the fenders of two cars crunching can be sickening — unless you’re at the Kenosha County Fair’s demolition derby There will be plenty of intentional crunching at the Wilmot Raceway on the fairgrounds on Sunday with Demo Derby taking place starting […]
Units responding to barn fire in Randall
At about 4 p.m., Randall Fire Department and Town of Wheatland Fire Department units are responding to a barn fire in the 11000 block of 336th Avenue in Randall. 4:08 p.m. – Randall Fire is requesting MABAS Box Alarm. Salem, Spring Grove, Paris fire department units are responding. 4:12 p.m. – Traffic being blocked at […]
Units responding for crash in Salem
At about 2:50 p.m., Town of Salem Fire/Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to the 22400 block of 83rd Street in Salem for a crash. Per dispatch: Single vehicle crash with one person reporting an injury. ShareTweet0 Shares
Leadership Kenosha accepting applications for 2016-17
Leadership Kenosha is currently accepting applications for the 2016-17 program. Leadership Kenosha is a Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce program in partnership with Kenosha County UW-Extension. Leadership Kenosha helps citizens to develop their leadership skills, explore community issues, network with local leaders, and conduct a hands-on community project. The program addresses economic, social, educational, and […]
A word from our sponsors: Twin Lakes Area Chamber and Business Association 26th Annual Golf Outing is Aug. 17
Note: Twin Lakes Area Chamber and Business Association is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH The Twin Lakes Area Chamber and Business Association 26th Annual Golf Outing will be Wed. Aug. 17. Registration is at 11 a.m, with a noon shotgun start. Get your foursome together. Applications available at the chamber or call 262-877-2220 or email at […]
Community Baptist Church to host VBS Aug. 1-5
Community Baptist Church in Silver Lake will be hosting a vacation bible school Monday, Aug. 1 through Friday, Aug. 5 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., This year’s theme is Egypt – Joseph’s Journey from Prison to Palace. Come be a part of the games, Bible lessons, crafts, missionary stories and all of the fun. Learn about the […]
2016 Western Kenosha County Tennis Association Rally for Life is July 29 & 30
Note: westofthei.com is sponsor of this event. — DH The Western Kenosha County Tennis Association will be hosting its annual 24-hour tennis fundraiser event “Rally for Life,” with proceeds to benefit The American Cancer Society of Kenosha County and The Sharing Center. This 24-hour event will take place on Friday, July 29 starting at 1 p.m. through Saturday, […]
Units responding for smoke in Brighton
At about 8:37 p.m., Town of Salem Fire/Rescue units and a sheriff’s deputy are responding to a possible fire in the area of 4200 252nd Avenue in Brighton. Per dispatch: A passerby has reported a large amount of black smoke in area, but no flames seen. UPDATE 8:39 p.m. — Dispatch says a second caller […]
Units responding for down tree in Twin Lakes
At about 8:14 p.m., Twin Lakes Fire Department units and Twin Lakes Police officers are responding to the intersection of Mount Moriah and West Park Drive in Twin Lakes. Per dispatch: A tree reportedly has fallen on a power line at this intersection. UPDATE about 8:21 p.m. — Police officer on the scene reports that […]
Daily firecracker: This fair has talent (show)
Note: The Kenosha County Fair is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH Fairgoers with talent can display their skills at the Kenosha County Fair. The fair will host a talent show at the Free Acts Stage — one night only — on Thursday, Aug. 18, starting at 5:30 p.m. The talent contests are open to amateurs ages […]
Merged Silver Lake/Salem village to be named Salem Lakes
The name of the new village created by the merger of Salem and Silver Lake will be Salem Lakes. That was perhaps the most anticipated news from the release on Monday of the latest draft of the cooperative plan that if approved locally and passes state review will make the two municipalities one as of Feb. […]
Salem pondering joining retail planning group
Salem is considering joining a group of municipalities and other entities considering countywide retail marketing planning. Town administrator Patrick Casey recently accepted an invitation to attend a meeting of the Kenosha County Retail Marketing Planning Project, which originated with a downtown Kenosha business organization. At last Monday’s special board meeting, Casey gave the board some information about […]
2016 Western Kenosha County Tennis Association Rally for Life is July 29 & 30
Note: westofthei.com is sponsor of this event. — DH The Western Kenosha County Tennis Association will be hosting its annual 24-hour tennis fundraiser event “Rally for Life,” with proceeds to benefit The American Cancer Society of Kenosha County and The Sharing Center. This 24-hour event will take place on Friday, July 29 starting at 1 p.m. through Saturday, […]
Jennifer Lila presents at Carthage Celebration of Scholars
Jennifer Lila of Silver Lake presented “Do U.S. Citizens Know the Information Asked on the Citizenship Exam?” at Carthage College’s sixth annual Celebration of Scholars event April 29. Celebration of Scholars is a poster exhibition that features original research, scholarship, and creative work completed by Carthage students. Carthage College is a four-year, private liberal arts college with […]
Get ready for the 2016 Kenosha County Fair!
Note: The Kenosha County Fair is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH The Kenosha County Fair is right around the corner. The fair will take place this year from Aug. 17-21 at the fairgrounds in Wilmot adjacent to Wilmot Union High School. The theme this year is “Star Spangled Summer.” Daily admission is $9 for 12 years […]
Michelle Lee Brown graduates from Brenau University
Michelle Lee Brown from Salem, has graduated from Brenau University with a M.B.A. degree. Brown majored in managerial accounting. Brenau acknowledged 373 graduating students, including 163 undergraduates and 210 graduates. Founded in 1878, Brenau University, based in Gainesville, Georgia, is a private, not-for-profit institution of higher education that enrolls students in graduate and undergraduate studies […]
