Posts from ‘July, 2021’

Agenda: Twin Lakes Village Board committee of the whole & special board meeting Aug. 2, 2021

The Twin Lakes Village Board is scheduled to hold a committee of the whole meeting and then a special board meeting Monday. First will be the committee of the whole meeting, starting at 6:30 p.m. at Village Hall. Among the agenda items are: Discussion regarding burn ban and slow no wake signage. Discussion regarding allowing […]

2021 Daily Kenosha County Fair Preview: See the antique farm machinery exhibit at the fair

Note: The Kenosha County Fair is a westofthei.com sponsor. – DH For 48 years there has been an antique farm machinery exhibit at the Kenosha County Fair. That’s a long time. But much of the equipment in this display will be considerably older. Some of the machinery you might see includes: Old-fashioned pitcher pump to […]

A word from our sponsors: July 31, 2021 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons

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2021 Daily Kenosha County Fair Preview: Ag Olympics to highlight farm skills

Skills that you might have learned around the farmstead will come in handy at the Ag Olympics to be held on Wednesday evening at the Kenosha County Fair. The competition with be for Junior (Ages 8-11), Intermediate, (Ages 12-14 – two person teams) Seniors (Ages 15-18 – two person teams 1 guy & 1 girl) […]

Kenosha County COVID-19 update July 30, 2021: 16,168 positives

Note: All numbers are cumulative since data started being reported in early 2020, unless otherwise noted. — DH Kenosha County Public Heath is reporting 16,168 total positive COVID-19 test results in Kenosha County as of Friday. That’s 32 more than Thursday. There have been 316 COVID-19 deaths in Kenosha County. Kenosha County Public Health is […]

Units responding for investigation in Lilly Lake

At about 8:36 p.m., Town of Wheatland Fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue units are responding for an investigation in the 7900 block of 328th Avenue in Lilly Lake. Per dispatch: Strong aroma of natural gas reported. UPDATE 8:54 p.m. — Randall Fire Department dispatched for additional manpower. Share467Tweet467 Shares

Units responding for crash in Camp Lake

At about 8:30 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units are responding to a crash in the 26800 block of Highway SA in Camp Lake. Per dispatch: This is a single motorcycle crash. Share2Tweet2 Shares

Units responding for fire in Salem

At about 6:09 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units and a sheriff’s deputy are responding to a report of a possible fire creating plume of black smoke int eh area of Highway 83 and Highway AH in Salem. UPDATE 6:11 p.m. — Unit on scene reports active fire in woods behind a residence in the 9000 […]

Units responding for crash in Wheatland

At about 3:11 p.m., Town of Wheatland Fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a crash at Highway 50 and 368th Avenue (Highway O) in Wheatland. Per dispatch: Three vehicles involved. Injuries being reported. UPDATE 3:18 p.m. — Westbound traffic being diverted at Highway KD. Share115Tweet115 Shares

A word from our sponsors: Brighton School seeks custodial aide

Note: The following is a paid announcement from Brighton School District — DH The Brighton Elementary School is looking for a hardworking part-time Custodial Aide. Work hours will be Monday through Friday from 3:00 – 8:00 pm for the 2021/22 school year.  Pay starts at $10.00 an hour but is negotiable. If you are interested […]

Units responding for crash in Randall

At about 1:56 p.m., Randall Fire Department and Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash in the 32400 block of Highway C in Randall. UPDATE 2:01 p.m. — Dispatch reports to responding units that reportedly vehicle is rolled over and on fire. UPDATE 2:03 p.m. […]

U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil to hold listening session at Kenosha County Center

Congressman Bryan Steil has announced he will be holding six listening sessions in Southeast Wisconsin next week, including one in Western Kenosha County. The listening sessions are free and open to the people of Wisconsin’s First Congressional District. Residents are encouraged to attend to discuss issues pending in Congress or to request assistance dealing with federal agencies. Individuals needing […]

Units responding for alarm in Lilly Lake

At about 8:14 a.m., Town of Wheatland Fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue units and a sheriff’s deputy are responding to a report of a fire alarm at 77th Street and 336th Avenue in Lilly Lake. Per dispatch: This is a fire alarm from a mobile device that is mapping to the intersection. UPDATE 8:24 […]

2021 Daily Kenosha County Fair Preview: Visit Marketplace (formerly Commercial Building) for booths a plenty

Note: The Kenosha County Fair is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH What fairgoers used to know as the Commercial Building at the Kenosha County Fair has a new name reflecting what is going on inside — Marketplace. Marketplace will host a wide variety of booths. Through the years I have seen booths from law enforcement, […]

Kenosha County COVID-19 update July 29, 2021: 16,136 positives

Note: All numbers are cumulative since data started being reported in early 2020, unless otherwise noted. — DH Kenosha County Public Heath is reporting 16,136 total positive COVID-19 test results in Kenosha County as of Thursday. That’s 23 more than Wednesday. There have been 316 COVID-19 deaths in Kenosha County. Kenosha County Public Health is […]

Deaths July 29, 2021: Phyllis M Gordy, Mozelle (Hicks) Weaver, Sara Jo Bilancia

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July 29, 2021 lake test results: Cautions removed at PHLA and Old Settlers Park

Swim cautions that were in place at Paddock Hooker Lakes Association beach and Old Settlers County Park beach — both on Paddock Lake — have been removed after re-sampling Wednesday by Kenosha County Public Health showed E.coli levels there within acceptable range. The re-sampling results were: PHLA – 67 E.coli/100 mL Old Settlers – 54 […]

Severe thunderstorm warning issued

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Kenosha County. The warning is set to be in effect until 2:45 a.m. The NWS said the approaching storm includes 70 mph wind gusts. Trained weather spotter reports winds of 60 mph in Oconomowoc. Considerable tree damage could result. Damage is likely to mobile […]

Kenosha County COVID-19 update July 28, 2021: 16,113 positives

Note: All numbers are cumulative since data started being reported in early 2020, unless otherwise noted. — DH Kenosha County Public Heath is reporting 16,113 total positive COVID-19 test results in Kenosha County as of Wednesday. That’s 11 more than Monday. There have been 316 COVID-19 deaths in Kenosha County. Kenosha County Public Health is […]

Severe thunderstorm watch issued

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for much of Wisconsin, including Kenosha County. The watch is set to be in effect until 2 a.m. The message from the NWS about what to expect is a little mixed. The latest, local forecast is calling for “showers and thunderstorms before 2 am, then […]

2021 Daily Kenosha County Fair Preview: Hay bale toss contest is Friday evening at fair

Note: The Kenosha County Fair is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH The hay bale throwing contest at the Kenosha County Fair will take place at 6:30 p.m., Friday of the fair. Pre-registration starts at 6 p.m. There is a $1 entry fee. The event is sponsored by Slades Corners Lucky Clovers 4-H Club. The premise […]

Garage sales page updated

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Kenosha County COVID-19 update July 27, 2021: 16,102 positives

Note: All numbers are cumulative since data started being reported in early 2020, unless otherwise noted. — DH Kenosha County Public Heath is reporting 16,102 total positive COVID-19 test results in Kenosha County as of Tuesday. That’s 33 more than Monday. The last date daily positives of 30 or more were reported was May 6. […]

Agenda: Bristol School District #1 board meeting July 28

The Bristol School District #1 (Bristol School) board is scheduled to hold a board meeting on Wednesday starting at 5:30 p.m. in the Library Media Center at the school. Among the agenda items are: Microphones for regular board meetings. Regular board meeting start time/date. The agenda also includes notice of a closed session to consider […]

2021 Daily Kenosha County Fair Preview: Centennial Celebration Parade set for Sunday of fair

The Kenosha County Fair will celebrate it’s 100th anniversary with a Centennial Parade on Sunday, Aug. 22. The line-up begins 9 am, Parade starts 11 am. The fair is especially seeking antique vehicles, vintage-themed entries and fair-themed entries. If you have a Kenosha County club or business that’s been around for awhile, this is a […]

Agenda: Wheatland J1 School District (Wheatland Center School) board meeting July 28 2021

The Wheat;and J1 School District (Wheatland Center School) is scheduled to hold a regular meeting Wednesday, starting at 7 p.m. in the Community Room. Among the agenda items are: Opportunity for Public Input on Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund Expenditures. Nonrecurring Referendum Expiration Update. The full agenda is available here. Share62Tweet62 Shares

Boy raises money for firefighters; gets VIP treatment at Salem Lakes Fire Station #1

Like a lot of kids, Wesley Rivera, 3, wanted to have a lemonade stand at his Salem Lakes home. Perhaps less common, was what Wesley did with the proceeds. He decided to donate it to the firefighter/paramedics of Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue. On Monday, Wesley, accompanied by his father Zak Rivera, delivered the funds to the […]

July 27, 2021 lake test results: PHLA beach closed and Old Settlers Park beach under caution

The Paddock Hooker Lakes Association beach is closed to swimming and Old Settlers County Park beach is under a swim caution after testing Monday by Kenosha County Public Health showed elevated E.coli levels at those locations. The State Department of Health recommends posting warnings at beaches when test results indicate a E.coli level of 235/100mL […]

Units responding for crash in Paris

At about 2:57 p.m., Paris Fire and Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash in the 4400 block of Highway D. Per dispatch: One vehicle crash. Car off the road. Injury being reported. Share112Tweet112 Shares

Units responding to fire in Bristol

At about 12:47 p.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue units and a sheriff’s deputy are responding to a report of a fire near Highway 45 and Highway JS in Bristol. Per dispatch: This is a fire that was on a garbage truck, which dumped its load. Fire appeared to be out, but reignited. UPDATE 12:51 p.m. […]

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