Note: All numbers are cumulative since data started being reported in early 2020, unless otherwise noted. — DH Kenosha County Public Heath is reporting 18,900 total positive COVID-19 test results in Kenosha County as of Thursday. That’s 46 more than Wednesday. There have been 337 COVID-19 deaths in Kenosha County, 3 more than Wednesday. Kenosha […]
Posts from ‘September, 2021’
Deaths Sept. 30, 2021: Robert R. Sagel, Norman E. Benedict
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Wheatland Center School students learn what it takes to float in STEAM cardboard boat challenge
You might think STEAM learning is all about high tech, but sometimes learning a solid STEAM lesson can come down to cardboard, tape and water. That’s what Wheatland Center School students recently learned with their cardboard boat challenge. From a news release from the school: Share137Tweet137 Shares
A word from our sponsors: Now is the time to visit Hafs Road Orchard
Note: Hafs Road Orchard is a westofthei.com sponsor. This is a paid announcement — DH Fall is the time to visit Hafs Road Orchard. 2021 marks owners Richard and Deborah Polansky’s 40th year of growing apples at Hafs Road Orchard. The orchard store is bursting with fresh apples for eating, cakes, pies, apple sauce, salads and […]
Units respond for line break in Paris
At about 12:25 p.m., Paris Fire and Rescue units are responding to a report of a gas line break in the 500 block of 200th Avenue (Highway 45) in Paris. Share3Tweet3 Shares
Drive-through COVID-19 testing at fairgrounds Sept. 30 and Oct. 1
Kenosha County Public Health has made the following announcement regarding drive-through COVID-19 testing: The Wisconsin National Guard will offer free, drive-thru COVID-19 testing this Thursday and Friday, Sept. 30 and Oct. 1, at the Kenosha County Fairgrounds in Wilmot. Testing hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days. No appointments are needed, although advance […]
2021 Central HS Homecoming Parade coverage (PHOTOS & VIDEO)
Central High School held its 2021 Homecoming Parade Wednesday evening. The parade starts at the school, crosses Highway 50, travels down some streets in Paddock Lake and back to school. A community pep rally follows the parade in the stadium. Here is video of the CHS band, a float from the production of the musical […]
Deaths Sept. 29, 2021: Wendell A. Schenning, William Franklin “Bill” Golden
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Kenosha County COVID-19 update Sept. 29, 2021: 18,854 positives
Note: All numbers are cumulative since data started being reported in early 2020, unless otherwise noted. — DH Kenosha County Public Heath is reporting 18,854 total positive COVID-19 test results in Kenosha County as of Wednesday. That’s 79 more than Tuesday. There have been 334 COVID-19 deaths in Kenosha County, one more than Tuesday. Kenosha […]
Joe Panek honored for service to Bristol Public Works Dept.
Longtime Bristol Public Works foreman Joe Panek was honored by the Village Board at Monday’s meeting. Panek, the department’s foreman for 29 years, was presented with a plaque by village President Michael Farrell. Village officials praised Panek and thanked him for his service. “He’s been my right hand for 30 years,” said village administrator Randy […]
A word from our sponsors: Wilmot Auto Service offers exceptional service, quality products and unparalleled customer satisfaction
Note: Wilmot Auto Service is a westofthei.com sponsor. — DH Wilmot Auto Service, Inc is an independent auto repair shop and has earned the Blue Seal of Excellence Recognition as prescribed by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence, (ASE), a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of vehicle repair and service by means […]
Bristol School implements mandatory indoor face coverings
The Bristol School District #1 board has implemented mandatory indoor mask wearing at teh school starting Wednesday. The action took place at a special board meeting Monday, says a communication to the community posted at the district’s website. Here is the text of the announcement: Share29Tweet29 Shares
Kenosha County COVID-19 update Sept. 28, 2021: 18,775 positives
Note: All numbers are cumulative since data started being reported in early 2020, unless otherwise noted. — DH Kenosha County Public Heath is reporting 18,775 total positive COVID-19 test results in Kenosha County as of Tuesday. That’s 116 more than Monday. There have been 333 COVID-19 deaths in Kenosha County. Kenosha County Public Health is […]
Readers’ photos: Swan on the run in Slades Corners
We at westofthei.com love a good loose animal story We’ve done them all: Cows, horses, sheep even pigs. Today Caroline Brown sent us this photo of a swan strolling down 60th Street (Old Highway 50) in Slades Corners this morning. So now we can add swans to the list. Share57Tweet57 Shares
Paddock Lake Area Lions Club 2021 spaghetti dinner Oct. 4
The Paddock Lake Area Lions Club will host a spaghetti dinner on Monday, Oct. 4 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Luisa’s Restaurant at 6806 317th Ave. Tickets are $8 for adults; $4 for children ages 6-12; and free for children under age 6. Meal includes: spaghetti and meatballs, salad and bread. Beverages can be […]
Units responding for alarm at Central HS
At 7:29 a.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units are responding to Central High School for a fire alarm. UPDATE 7:30 a.m. — Bristol Fire and Rescue requested to respond for mutual aid with a truck. UPDATE 7:34 a.m. — Salem Lakes chief on scene and reports no signs of fire from exterior on three sides. Evacuation […]
Kenosha County COVID-19 update Sept. 27, 2021: 18,659 positives
Note: All numbers are cumulative since data started being reported in early 2020, unless otherwise noted. — DH Kenosha County Public Heath is reporting 18,659 total positive COVID-19 test results in Kenosha County as of Monday. That’s 131 more than Friday. There have been 333 COVID-19 deaths in Kenosha County. Kenosha County Public Health is […]
Agenda: Salem School District board regular meeting Sept. 28, 2021
The Salem School District Board is scheduled to hold a regular meeting Tuesday, starting at 7 p.m. in the middle school gym. A live stream of the meeting will be available here starting at the time of the meeting. Agenda items include: Shared Services Agreements for: Occupational Therapy – Salem/Paris (Salem fiscal agent); Deaf & […]
Agenda: Paris Town Board regular meeting Sept. 28, 2021
The Paris Town Board is scheduled to hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, starting at 7 p.m. at Town Hall. Among the agenda items are: Plan Commission Recommendation: Petition: Wisconsin Electric Power Co., 333 W. Everett St. Milwaukee, WI 53203-0001 (Owner), Bobby Anderson, American Transmission Co., PO Box 47, Waukesha, WI 53187 (Agent), requesting a rezoning from A-1 […]
Deaths Sept. 27, 2021: Gregory Ole Prairie, Delsie J. Keller
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Active shooter report at Carthage College a false alarm, police say
Kenosha Police say a report of an active shooter at Carthage College Monday was a false alarm spread through misinformation on social media. From a Kenosha Police Department news release: Just after noon time today Kenosha Police Officers were dispatched to Carthage College (2001 AlfordPark Drive) for a report of an active shooter.Kenosha Police and […]
A word from our sponsors: Register now for 12 week 9 Hole Tuesday Golf League at Westosha Sports Complex
Note: This is a paid announcement from Westosha Sports Complex — DH 12 week 9 Hole Tuesday Golf League at Westosha Sports Complex in Silver Lake starts 10/18/21. Se schedule located at the bottom. 2 installment payments of $140. First is required date of signing up, second due week of 11/1/21. First come first served […]
Agenda: Wilmot Union High School District meeting Sept. 27, 2021
The Wilmot Union High School District Board is scheduled to hold a meeting Monday, starting at 6:30 p.m., in Community Room 108 at the school. Agenda items include: COVID-19 Update. Building Automation System Replacement. Overnight Field Trips. The agenda also include notice of a closed session to consider: Leadership Succession Plan and Individual Parent Complaint […]
Agenda: Joint School District #1 Silver Lake-Salem (Riverview School) Annual Meeting and regular meeting Sept. 27, 2021
Joint School District #1 Silver Lake-Salem (Riverview School) is scheduled to have it Annual Meeting and a regular board meeting on Monday, starting at 7 p.m. in the School Libray. The annual meeting will take place first. The agenda includes: Review of the Budget and Budget Hearing Resolution of Levy Motion. Proposed levy is for […]
Agenda: Bristol Village Board regular meeting Sept. 27, 2021
The Bristol Village Board is scheduled to hold a regular meeting Monday, starting at 7 p.m. at Village Hall. Among the agenda items are: Tabled item: Consider for approval Ordinance No. 2021-3: An ordinance regulating the use of scare guns. Discuss and consider for approval incentive pay for public works. Consider for approval to hire […]
Deaths Sept. 26, 2021: Susan Mary Neubauer
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Units responding for crash along Bristol-Paris border
At about 1:02 p.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue and Paris Fire and Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash at Highways 45 and K along the Bristol-Paris border. Per dispatch: Two vehicles involved. Injuries being reported. UPDATE 1:06 p.m. — Dispatch relays to Bristol chief that deputies on scene […]
A word from our sponsors: Sept. 26, 2021 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons
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Units responding to crash in Wheatland
At about 9:09 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 Highway W-south in Wheatland. Per dispatch: Two vehicles involved. UPDATE about 9:12 p.m. — Wheatland unit arriving on scene confirms two vehicles involved, with moderate to heavy damage. One […]
Agenda: Wheatland Town Board meeting Sept. 27, 2021
The Wheatland Town Board is scheduled to hold a regular meeting Monday, starting at 6 p.m. at Town Hall in New Munster. Among the agenda items are: LUKAS H. BETZEN, 31508 71st St., Salem, WI 53168 (Owner), requesting a variance (Section III. P. 12.18.4-5:which states that detached accessory buildings shall be located in the side […]