Posts from ‘May, 2019’

Deaths May 31, 2019: Margaret Teresa “Peggy” Goff

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Lilly Lake remains slow no wake

Despite the passage of a couple weeks since the order was first issued, Lilly Lake remains under slow no wake, Wheatland town Clerk Sheila Siegler said Friday. The Wheatland Town Board imposed a slow no wake order on Lilly Lake on May 13. The town does not have a declared lake level at which a […]

Units responding for crash in Twin Lakes

At about 4:12 p.m., Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue units and Twin Lakes Police are responding to a report of a crash in the 300 block of East Main Street. UPDATE 4:14 p.m. — Police officer on the scene reports scene is not blockading the roadway, everyone is out of their vehicles and there are […]

Maggie Hillock performing in Germany, Poland with UW-Whitewater Vocal Jazz, Chamber Singers

Maggie Hillock of Paddock Lake is among the students performing in Germany and Poland with two choir groups from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. On the tour are members of the UW-Whitewater Vocal Jazz Ensemble and Chamber Singers. Hillock, a music performance major who will be a sophomore in the 2019-20 school year, is the drummer for […]

Many Salem Lakes lakes remain on slow no wake status

Several lakes in Salem Lakes will remain on slow no wake status through the weekend, village President Diann Tesar announced Friday. Village lakes under slow no wake are: Center Lake, Camp Lake, Voltz Lake, Lake Shangri-la, Hooker Lake, Cross Lake. Levels in these lakes are decreasing, but were still over the high water mark, Tesar […]

Dry Friday to top 80

The latest, local National Weather Service forecast for Friday promises something we haven’t seen much of lately — a warm, dry day. The NWS says Friday’s high temp should reach 82 degrees and there’s no chance of rain — at least until Friday night, when there’s a 40 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms. There […]

Garage sales page updated

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Sheriff’s Department seeking info on subject

The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department posted the follwoin gon its Facebook page regarding a subject that may have Salem/Trevor ties: Share133Tweet133 Shares

Deaths May 30, 2019: Adrienne M. McKnight, Phyllis M. Paulson

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Units responding for crash in Paris

At about 8:01 p.m., Paris Fire and Rescue units are responding for a crash in the 800 block of 180th Avenue in Paris. Per dispatch: Sheriff’s deputies already on the scene. Single vehicle crash. Driver out of vehicle, but may be injured. Rescue response requested by deputies. UPDATE 8:06 p.m. — Bristol Fire and Rescue […]

Bristol to allow open carry of beer, wine coolers at 2019 Bristol Progress Days

The Bristol Village Board on Wednesday approved Bristol Progress Days doing a trial run of allowing open carry of beer and wine coolers sold at this year’s festival throughout Hansen Park. Open carry means people purchasing beer and wine coolers at the festival could carry those drinks anywhere in the park. In the past, alcohol […]

Salem Grade School honor roll third quarter 2018-19

Note: This post is sponsored by Paddock Lake Pet Services. The following students were named to the Salem Grade School third quarter 2018-19 honor roll: High honors Grade 8 — Mackenzie Cain, Neive Graniel, Kamaldeep Kaur, Alyssa Klementzos, Zoe McNeill, Chase Mosback, Maxwell Nulph, Nina Pelli, Trinity Rausch, Darrah Rice, Tyler Shike, Alexander Sippy, Holly […]

A word from our sponsors: Savvy Caregiver Training Program offered for family caregivers of persons with dementia

Note: This is a paid announcement from the Kenosha County Aging & Disability Center. — DH The Kenosha County Aging & Disability Resource Center together with the Alzheimer’s Association is offering a professional-level training for the non-professional caregiver. The classes are Tuesdays, June 11 – July 16, 2019, 4 – 6 p.m. at the Community […]

Garage sales page updated

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Wheatland j1 School District wins Tauscher’s Literacy Grant

The Wheatland J1 School District was awarded a $3,000 literacy grant from the TRIFECTA Foundation. The grant written by Wheatland Center School teachers Megan Zirbel and Kandi Horton focuses on empowering students to participate in real world science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) experiences based on children’s books. The literature list chosen features titles that […]

Western Kenosha County Tennis Association offering 2019 summer programs

NThe Western Kenosha County Tennis Association is hosting a variety of tennis programs this summer. WKCTA is celebrating 11 years in 2019 Programs are available for all levels of experience for children 5 to 14. There also is an an adult program planned. All sessions take place at the Central High School tennis courts. More information […]

Deaths May 28, 2019: Linda Rita Runyard

Linda Rita Runyard, 74, of Antioch, Ill., died May 27, 2019. Share226Tweet226 Shares

A word from our sponsors: Brighton School seeking summer help

Note: This is a paid announcement from Brighton School. — DH Brighton School is looking for Summer Help. This is a June, July, & August only position assisting the maintenance staff with various projects. No experience necessary but being 18 years or older and a strong work ethic is a must. ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS.  Please stop […]

Fox River receding slowly; flood warning still in effect

The Fox River as measured at the New Munster Gauge is slowly receding, but remains above flood stage Tuesday. At 3 p.m., the river was at 11.68 feet. At 3 p.m., Monday, it was at 11.84. Flood stage is 11 feet. A National Weather Service flood warning remains in effect. There is more rain in […]

2019 Twin Lakes Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony coverage (PHOTOS & VIDEO)

Members of the United States military who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country were remembered with a parade and ceremony in Twin Lakes Monday morning. The events were organized by American Legion Post 544. The parade through downtown and out to Legion Park stepped off at 11 a.m. Here is video of the marching […]

2019 Silver Lake Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony coverage (PHOTOS & VIDEO)

The sacrifice of members of the United States military who gave their lives while serving the country was remembered in Silver Lake Monday with the annual parade and ceremony. Schultz-Hahn American Legion Post #293 hosts the activities. The parade stepped off at 9 a.m. Here is video of the marching bands in the parade from […]

Units responding for crash in Salem Lakes

At about 7:53 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding for a crash in the 8500 block of Highway F (272nd Avenue) in Salem Lakes. Per dispatch: Two vehicles involved at a curve in the road. One may have struck a pole. Injuries being reported. Share367Tweet367 Shares

Search of New Munster Wildlife Area called off

Acting on a report of someone yelling for help, the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department and several local fire departments conducted a search of the New Munster Wildlife Area Monday afternoon. The search was called off at 3:46 p.m., with authorities not finding anyone in distress. From a news release from the Sheriff’s Department: On May […]

Units responding for investigation in Lake Shangri-la

At about 7:43 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units and a sheriff’s deputy are responding for an investigation in the 12100 block of 224th Avenue in Lake Shangri-la. Per dispatch: Caller reported burning and maybe explosions. Share167Tweet167 Shares

Kenosha County sees three overdose deaths in 12 hours

Kenosha County saw three overdose deaths the span of 12 hours Saturday, Medical Examiner Patrice Hall reports. One of the cases was in Twin Lakes. One was in Kenosha and one was in Antioch, with the patient brought to St. Catherine Medical Center From a news release issued by Hall on Sunday: Kenosha County Medical […]

Units responding for alarm in Wheatland

At about 7:10 p.m., Town of Wheatland Fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue units are responding for an alarm in the 5700 block of 312th Avenue in Wheatland. Per dispatch; The property is a farm. Share28Tweet28 Shares

Units responding for crash in Paris

At about 5:53 p.m., Paris Fire and Rescue units are responding for a crash in the 19700 block of Highway 142 in Paris. Per dispatch: Caller reports this involves a motorcyclist who is off the road and injured. Share656Tweet656 Shares

CNN’s The Redemption Project to feature local woman tonight

Michelle Walter, of Twin Lakes, whose son, Nathaniel, was killed as the result of a crash in 2013, will be the subject of the episode of CNN’s The Redemption Project today. On June 14, 2013, Nathaniel Walter was driving a lawn mower along Highway HM near 342nd Avenue in Randall when he was struck by […]

Garage sales page updated

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A word from our sponsors: May 26, 2019 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons

11006 40th Ave, Pleasant Prairie 23410 112th St, Trevor 602 East St, Silver Lake Share1Tweet1 Shares

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