Free drive-through COVID-19 testing will be taking place in Burlington next week. This testing is open to any person who lives or works in Wisconsin, ages 5 or older (minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian). No appointment is needed; expect lines and wait times. Testing will take place Tuesday, June 30 and Wednesday, July […]
Posts from ‘June, 2020’
Arson suspected in Trevor fire
Arson is suspected as the cause of a fire in Trevor Wednesday morning, a Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department spokesman said. From a news release distributed Wednesday afternoon: On June 24, 2020, at 3:09 AM, Sheriff’s Department Deputies and Salem Lakes Fire Department responded to the 28500 block of 117th Street for a call of vehicles on […]
A word from our sponsors: The Sharing Center seeks food pantry manager
Become part of the team making a difference every day in Western Kenosha County! A key position, the Food Pantry Manager handles the everyday management of the pantry, works as a community advocate locally and regionally, and is key in facilitating community programs. Must be able to lift 40 pounds repeatedly during a shift, and […]
Kenosha County COVID-19 update June 23, 2020: 1,425 positives
The Kenosha County Division of Health is reporting 1,425 total positive COVID-19 test results in Kenosha County as of Monday. That’s 5 more positives than Monday. There have been 39 COVID-19 deaths in Kenosha County. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is reporting 15,213 negative test results, a positive rate of 846/100,000 people and a […]
Deaths June 23, 2020: Alice Patricia Freitag, Roy K. Liebzeit
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Kenosha County Food Bank “Reduce Waste, Help Farmers and Eat Well Campaign” Events set
The Kenosha County Food Bank, Inc. is working in partnership with the United States Department of Agriculture, Gordon Food Service and other local organizations to host three upcoming trailer-to-trunk food distribution events, one of which is taking place in Western Kenosha County. This free food distribution of top-tier products (dairy, produce, pork and chicken) is […]
June 23, 2020 lake test results: Lake Shangri-la (220th Ct), Center Lake, Hooker Lake launch at caution
Lake Shangri-la-220th Court, Center Lake and Hooker Lake boat launch are under a swim caution after testing Monday found elevated levels of E.coli there. The test results that produced the cautions were: Lake Shangri La (220th Ct.): 830 E.coli/100 mL Center Lake: 291 E.coli/100 mL Hooker Boat Launch: 547 E.coli/100 mL Lake Shangri-la and Center Lake were […]
Units responding for sparking in Wheatland
At about 10:26 p.m., Town of Wheatland Fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue units are responding to the 35800 block of 52nd Street in Wheatland for a report of a sparking wire. Share8Tweet8 Shares
Kenosha County COVID-19 update June 22, 2020: 1,419 positives
The Kenosha County Division of Health is reporting 1,419 total positive COVID-19 test results in Kenosha County as of Monday. That’s 19 more positives than Friday. There have been 39 COVID-19 deaths in Kenosha County. That’s 2 more than Friday. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is reporting 15,148 negative test results, a positive rate […]
Deaths June 22, 2020: James A. Doro
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Wheatland to hold electors meeting on $2.5 million fire station budget
Electors in Wheatland will have a chance to say whether they feel the town should spend $2.5 million on a new station for the Town of Wheatland Fire Department at a special electors meeting on Aug. 10. The meeting will likely be held somewhere other than Town Hall in New Munster due to the anticipated […]
Local fire departments responding for mutual aid to Antioch, Ill.
At about 2:42 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue and Bristol Fire and Rescue are responding to a request for mutual aid to the Antioch Fire Department for a structure fire in the 1600 block of Elderberry Lane in Antioch, Illinois. Per dispatch: Salem Lakes is to respond with a tender and Bristol with a ladder. Share8Tweet8 […]
Sponsored post: Brighton Elementary School seeks lighting project proposals
Note: This is a paid announcement from Brighton Elementary School. — DH Request for Proposal Brighton Elementary School Date: June 18th, 2020 Subject: Brighton Elementary School seeks to complete a lighting project effort to reduce energy consumption and enjoy cost reductions. The company will be responsible for the replacing fixtures, installing dimmers and miscellaneous upgrades. Project Address: Brighton […]
Units responding for crash in Wheatland
At about 6:52 p.m., Town of Wheatland Fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue units are responding to a report of a crash in the 6500 block of 366th Court in Wheatland. Per dispatch: This is an ATV rollover crash with two people injured. Share17Tweet17 Shares
Units responding for water incident in Twin Lakes
At about 2:40 p.m., Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue units and Twin lakes Police offices are responding to a report of a crash on Lake Elizabeth in Twin Lakes. Per dispatch: This is a crash between two personal water craft on the southeast end of Lake Elizabeth. UPDATE 2:47 p.m. — Those involved are attempting […]
A word from our sponsors: June 21, 2020 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons
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Deaths June 20, 2020: Thomas Leonard Jermakowicz, Robert Bernard Warren, Glenn Earl Franz
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Catching a cow
Before 8 am Saturday morning, Kenosha Sheriff deputies were called about one of the missing cows. Three cows broke a fence and escaped Windborne Farm in Brighton Wednesday around 6 pm. One was captured last night. This morning, Tulip, gave everyone a run for their money. From the time the call came in, the cow […]
Sponsored post: Brighton Elementary School seeks lighting project proposals
Note: This is a paid announcement from Brighton Elementary School. — DH Request for Proposal Brighton Elementary School Date: June 18th, 2020 Subject: Brighton Elementary School seeks to complete a lighting project effort to reduce energy consumption and enjoy cost reductions. The company will be responsible for the replacing fixtures, installing dimmers and miscellaneous upgrades. Project Address: Brighton […]
Units responding for smoke in Brighton
At about 11:35 a.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units are responding to a report of smoke coming from a roof in the 1700 block of 240th Avenue in Brighton. UPDATE 11:39 a.m. — Kansasville Fire Department and Union Grove Fire Department also responding. Resident heard loud cracking noise. Neighbor reported seeing smoke coming from roof. UPDATE […]
County sets limits for Fourth of July at county park beaches
Kenosha County plans to impose strict limits on attendance at two county parks in Western Kenosha County on July 4, typically the parks’ busiest day of the year. On July 4, 121 vehicles will be allowed to enter Silver Lake Park. The beach fee will be collected at the main entrance. Admission to the park […]
A word from our sponsors: The Sharing Center seeks food pantry manager
Note: This is a paid announcement from The Sharing Center — DH Become part of the team making a difference every day in Western Kenosha County! A key position, the Food Pantry Manager handles the everyday management of the pantry, works as a community advocate locally and regionally, and is key in facilitating community programs. […]
Kenosha County COVID-19 update June 19, 2020: 1,400 positives
The Kenosha County Division of Health is reporting 1,400 total positive COVID-19 test results in Kenosha County as of Friday. That’s 9 more positives than Thursday. There have been 37 COVID-19 deaths in Kenosha County. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is reporting 14,441 negative test results, a positive rate of 831.7/100,000 people and a […]
Deaths June 19, 2020: James “Jim” E. Rich
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Units responding to crash on I-94
At about 8:35 p.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue, Pleasant Prairie Fire and Rescue and Newport Fire Department units are responding to a report of a crash in the 7500 block of the southbound lanes of I-94. Per dispatch: This is a single vehicle crash with injuries being reported. UPDATE 8:45 p.m. — Some fire units […]
A word from our sponsors: Register now for Westosha Falcons Youth Football 100% all-play league
Secure your athlete’s spot for Westosha Falcons Youth Football (WFYF) Fall 2020 action today! Teams forming now for 1st -2nd grade Fall Flag, 3rd-8th grade Fall Tackle, and 3rd-8th grade Summer Camp (July 21-23, 2020). Visit www.westoshafootball.org to register online OR sign up in person:Hartnell Chevrolet, Salem Saturday, June 20, 2020 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Our […]
Rain, maybe storms, in forecast for Saturday
Saturday may be a bit wet — and maybe even stormy — says the latest, local National Weather Service forecast. There’s a chance of rain and a thunderstorm throughout the day, with the most likely time for rain being 7 p.m. to midnight. The high temperature should be about 85 Saturday. Sunday should be clear […]
Schoors Lane chain coming down
A chain that blocks the entrance to Schoors Lane at Matthew Avenue in Twin Lakes for about eight months a year will be coming down permanently, after action by the Twin Lakes Village Board Monday. The placing of the chain dates back to a resolution passed by the Village Board in 2007. That resolution calls […]
Units responding for investigation in Rock Lake
At about 4:36 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units are responding for an investigation int eh area of 259th Avenue and 122nd Street in Rock Lake. Per dispatch: Caller reporting a large cloud of black smoke in the area. Share65Tweet65 Shares
Sheriff wins national award
Thursday morning, Sheriff David Beth was presented with the DARE law enforcement executive of the year. The award was presented by Jeff Smith, Director of DARE Wisconsin. Due to Covid-19, he’ll receive the official award next year at the International DARE Conference. The DARE (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program began in Kenosha County 1989. David […]
