Posts from ‘August, 2022’

Aug. 31, 2022 lake test results: DeWitt Park beach remains closed to swimming; additional results available

DeWitt Park beach on Silver Lake remains closed to swimming after resampling by Kenosha County Public Health on Tuesday showed continued elevated E.coli levels there. Also, more results from other locations that could not be sampled Monday due to weather were made available Wednesday after testing Tuesday. The test result from Tuesday that triggered the […]

Twin Lakes Legion Post 544 to host open house and BBQ Sept. 3

Twin Lakes Legion Post 544 will host an open house and BBQ on Sept. 3, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Legion Hall in Legion Park, 989 Legion Drive, Twin Lakes. The event is open to the public. Veterans eat free. Those attending will be able to learn about member benefits, see if […]

Deaths Aug. 31, 2022: Joanne C. Robison

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Units responding to crash in Paris

At about 12:40 p.m., Paris Fire and Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies. are responding to the 15800 block of Highway K along the Paris-Bristol border. Per dispatch: This appears to be a single vehicle crash, with vehicle in ditch. UPDATE 12:43 p.m. — Bristol Fire and Rescue dispatched to respond with squad. UPDATE 12:46 p.m. […]

A word from our sponsors: H&R Block seeks seasonal receptionist

Note: The following is a paid announcement from H&R Block, Paddock Lake, Twin Lakes and Genoa City offices. — DH Do you want to be an integral part of showcasing our passion and pride and delivering on the H&R Block brand purpose – to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients and communities? Look […]

Aug. 30, 2022 lake test results: DeWitt Park beach closed to swimming; more results expected Wednesday

DeWitt Park beach is closed to swimming after testing by Kenosha County Public Health showed elevated E.coli levels there. Only about half of the usual spots for testing lakes for E.coli levels in Western Kenosha County were able to be sampled Monday due to weather. More results are expected to be available Wednesday. The result […]

Deaths Aug. 30, 2022: Elwood P Walmsley, Bryn R. Miller-Kashik

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A word from our sponsors: Westosha Senior Community Center seeks program director

Note: This is a paid announcement from Westosha Senior Community Center. — DH The Western Kenosha County Senior Citizens Council, a non-profit, is seeking a Senior Center Program Director for part-time weekdays and special events. Bachelor’s degree or experience in activity planning for older adults, in supervising volunteers and a desire to serve seniors required. […]

More storms possible Monday afternoon

Rain and perhaps more thunderstorms are possible Monday afternoon, says the latest, local National Weather Service forecast. There’s a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon after 2 p.m. The high temperature is expected to reach 85. Here’s a NWS graphic on the risk of sever weather: UPDATE 12:45 p.m. — NWS now […]

Severe thunderstorm warning issued

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for an area of Wisconsin that includes Kenosha County. The warning is set to be in effect until 5:15 p.m. The storm the NWS is tracking is moving west at about 55 mph. Wind gusts to 60 mph and nickel-sized hail have been associated with […]

Severe thunderstorm watch issued

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for an area of Wisconsin that includes Kenosha County. The watch is set to be in effect until 7 p.m. Here’s the latest from the NWS Sullivan office: UPDATE about 4 p.m. — NWS issues sever thunderstorm warning, in effect until 5:15 p.m. Share12Tweet12 Shares

A word from our sponsors: Aug. 28, 2022 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons

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Units responding for crash in Randall

At about 8 p.m., Randall Fire Department and Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a crash in the 35000 block of Highway C in Randall. Share6Tweet6 Shares

2022 Growing with Bristol free bike ride on Sept. 17; registration underway now

The 2022 Growing with Bristol free bike ride will take place Sept. 17. Registration for the event is underway now. There will a 5-mile ride for families and a 20-mile ride for biking enthusiasts. You can register here. Check in on the day of the event is at 7 a.m. at Village Hall; ride starts […]

Units on scene of crash in Brighton

At about 12:36 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are on the scene of a crash in the 23500 block of Highway JB in Brighton. Per dispatch: Bristol Fire and Rescue has been dispatched to respond with heavy rescue. UPDATE 12:39 p.m. — Salem Lakes command says to dispatch response from We Energies […]

A word from our sponsors: Aug. 27, 2022 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons

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Units responding for alarm in Salem

At about 8:26 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units are responding for an alarm in the 8700 block of 225th Court in Salem. Per dispatch: This is a smoke alarm. UPDATE 8:30 p.m. — Unit arriving on scene reports this is a large two-story residential building. No exterior signs of fire showing from three sides. UPDATE […]

Units responding for crash in Bristol

At about 6:53 p.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue units are responding for a crash in the 13800 of 60th Street (Highway K) in Bristol. Per dispatch: Two vehicle crash. Deputies already on the scene. Injuries being reported. Share36Tweet36 Shares

A word from our sponsors: H&R Block seeks seasonal receptionist

Note: The following is a paid announcement from H&R Block, Paddock Lake, Twin Lakes and Genoa City offices. — DH Do you want to be an integral part of showcasing our passion and pride and delivering on the H&R Block brand purpose – to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients and communities? Look […]

Paving on Highway W to begin Monday

From the county Division of Highways: Pavement enhancements will be performed on a portion of Kenosha County Highway W beginning Monday, Aug. 29. This work includes the stretch of Highway W (304th Avenue/Fox River Road) between Highway F (93rd Street) and Highway C (113th Street) in the Village of Salem Lakes. The road will remain […]

Deaths Aug. 25, 2022: Arnold James Lieffrig

Arnold James Lieffrig, 88, of Bristol, died, Aug. 16, 2022. Share4Tweet4 Shares

Units responding for crash in Wheatland

At 7:12 p.m., Town of Wheatland Fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a crash in the 3300 block of 368th Avenue. Per dispatch: Injuries being reported. Share31Tweet31 Shares

Aug. 25, 2022 lake test results: Swim caution lifted for Silver Lake Park; caution in effect for DeWitt Park beach

A swim caution has been lifted for Silver Lake County Park beach and a caution put in effect for DeWitt Park beach on Silver Lake after resampling Wednesday by Kenosha County Public Health. The results from Wednesday were: DeWitt Park beach – 866 E.coli/100 mL The resulting caution will remain in effect through the weekend. […]

A word from our sponsors: Westosha Senior Community Center seeks program director

Note: This is a paid announcement from Westosha Senior Community Center. — DH The Western Kenosha County Senior Citizens Council, a non-profit, is seeking a Senior Center Program Director for part-time weekdays and special events. Bachelor’s degree or experience in activity planning for older adults, in supervising volunteers and a desire to serve seniors required. […]

Units responding for alarm in Bristol

At about 4:32 p.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue units are responding to an alarm in the 9600 block of 1356th Avenue. Per dispatch: This is a smoke detector. Share49Tweet49 Shares

Garage sales page updated

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2022 Bristol United Methodist Church rummage sale/brat roast/bake sale Aug. 27

Bristol United Methodist Church’s Rummage Sale/Brat Roast/Bake Sale will take place Aug. 27 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will take place at the church at 8014 – 199th Ave., Bristol. Come find your treasures, like small appliances, books (many condensed Reader’s Digest), tools, baby items, and much, much more. Sorry, no clothing […]

Bristol man faces narcotics charges

From a news release from the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department: On August 16th, 2022, the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department, Drug Operations Group, (KDOG), conducted an operation regarding the illegal distribution of narcotics and oxycodone hydrochloride pills. The suspect of this investigation was identified as Sanford A. Hill, a resident of Bristol, WI.  KDOG, with the […]

Deaths Aug. 24, 2022: Irene Santos

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Units responding for alarm in Twin Lakes

At about 7:13 p.m., Twin Lakes Fire Department units and Twin Lakes Police officers are responding to an alarm in the 100 block of Lance Drive in Twin Lakes. Per dispatch: This is a fire alarm. Share30Tweet30 Shares

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