The Salem Lakes Annual Easter Egg Hunt will take place Saturday, April 1, at 10 a.m., at Schmalfeldt Park in Silver Lake. The Parks Commission hosts the event for Salem Lakes residents. Bring your own basket or bag. Take a photo with the Easter Bunny. Schmalfeldt Park is located at 282 Railroad Street. ShareTweet0 Shares
Posts from ‘March, 2023’
Deaths March 31, 2023: Ilene Lee Gregory
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Severe thunderstorm warning issued
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Western Kenosha County. The warning is set to be in effect until 8:45 p.m. This warning is running along with the already issued tornado watch. The watch is set to be in effect until 10 p.m. The Kenosha County Emergency Service Warning Center at […]
Tornado watch issued
The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for an area of Wiscinsin that includes Kenosha County. The watch is set to be in effect until 10 p.m. ShareTweet0 Shares
Look at tentative road project map for 2023
Wondering what road construction season will bring? Kenosha County has pulled together a tentative Roadway Improvement map. The map shows road projects expected to take place this construction season. The county and local municipalities contributed to the map. State projects also are shownl. Start planning your alternate routes now! ShareTweet0 Shares
Units responding for crash in Salem
At about 12:30 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash in the 8700 block of Antioch Road (Highway 83) in Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue. Per dispatch: Three vehicles involved. Injuries being reported. UPDATE about 12:34 p.m. — Bristol Fire and Rescue dispatched to respond with an ambulance. […]
A word from our sponsors: Westosha Sports Complex hosting softball & baseball hitting & pitching camp
Note: This is a paid announcement from Westosha Sports Complex — DH Westosha Sports Complex is thrilled to be able to bring to the community SOFTBALL & BASEBALL HITTING + PITCHING CAMP. Westosha Sports Complex has teamed up with two amazing trainers Manny Santana and Maddy Chase!! The camp is great for any age or […]
Deaths March 30, 2023: Paulina Roenfanz
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A word from our sponsors: Teachers on Call seeking substitute teachers, special education assistants and classroom aides —No experience necessary!
Note: This is a paid announcement from Teachers on Call — DH Teachers on Call is looking for Substitute Teachers, Special Education Assistants, Paraprofessionals and Aides to work in your local school districts! Make a difference today by working with K-12 students in your local area schools. Prior experience is not needed, but a caring […]
Job’s Daughters Bethel #79 to host 2023 Easter Egg Hunt April 2
Job’s Daughters Bethel #79 is hosting its annual Easter Egg Hunt beginning at 1 p.m., Sunday, April 2, at Washburn Masonic Lodge, 8102 199th Ave., Bristol. The free event is open to children 12 and under, who will be divided into appropriate groups to gather eggs. The event will happen rain or shine, moving indoors […]
Registration deadline for Kenosha County Association for Home and Community Education spring event is April 1; program to feature ‘Wisconsin Nicaragua Partners of the Americas’
Kenosha County Association for Home and Community Education will hold their Spring event on Thursday, April 13 at Birchwood Grill. The event will feature a program planned by the International Committee, comprised of Jerin Moore VP, Gail Gillmore, the Bristol HCE Club, and KCAHCE President, Donna Zarovy. The night will feature Amy Wiza, Director of […]
Deaths March 29, 2023: Lucille Ann Bollwahn, Jonathan Henry Ticha, Beverly K. (Engstrom) Francois
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Spring election 2023: Salem Lakes village trustee candidates Q&A
Voters in Salem Lakes will be able to vote in a contested election for village trustee in the April 4 election. Six candidates will compete to fill three, at-large seats. On the ballot are (in alphabetical order): Bill Barhyte Mike Culat, an incumbent Norm Kazumura Ted Kmiec, an incumbent Kelly Sweeting Jared Young This following […]
Local fire department responding to request for mutual aid
At about 4:56 p.m., a local fire department is responding to a request for mutual aid from Newport Fire Protection District for a crash in the southbound lanes of I-94 just south of the state line. Bristol Fire and Rescue is requested to respond with an ambulance. ShareTweet0 Shares
Local fire department responding for mutual aid to Lyons
At about 3:29 p.m., a local fire department is responding to a request for mutual aid for a fire in the 1200 block of Clausen Road in Lyons. Twin Lakes Fire Department is requested to respond to the scene with an engine. ShareTweet0 Shares
A word from our sponsors: Bring your personal training business to Westosha Sports Complex
Note: The following is a paid announcement from Westosha Sports Complex — DH Attn: Personal Trainers. Are you looking for an affordable option to run your business? Westosha Sports Complex has 4,550 square feet available weekdays 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays available May 1-Sept. 30. Contact us at 262-885-6110 or WestoshaSportsComplex@gmail.com to discuss options. […]
2023 Westosha-Salem Kiwanis Club Easter Egg Hunt is April 1
The Westosha-Salem Kiwanis Club will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 1, at Salem Grade School Baseball Fields, Highway 83 and Highway AH in Salem. The hunt will start at 1 p.m. Be there before time; the field gets swept by eager hunters in seconds. Some 13,000-plus eggs will be available in areas […]
Spring election 2023: Salem School Board candidates Q&A
Voters in the Salem School District will be able to vote in a contested election for school board Tuesday, April 4. The following names will appear on the ballot: Nicole Hass Dana Powers, the incumbent This following is a repeat of the post before the primary election that narrowed the field to two candidates. The […]
A word from our sponsors: Paddock Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District hiring aquatic weed harvesting crew
Note: The following is a paid announcement from the Paddock Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District. — DH Seasonal Employment Opportunity Enjoy the outdoors while working this summer! Paddock Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District is seeking applicants to fill open position(s) on our 2023 seasonal aquatic weed harvesting crew. Our seasonal staff enjoys working outdoors and […]
Agenda: Paris Town Board meeting March 27, 2023
The Paris Town Board is scheduled to hold a meeting Tuesday, starting at 6 p.m. at Town Hall. Among the agenda items are: Presentation: Anthony Mescher – Senior Vice President and Richard Rokus – CFA of Wintrust Investments (Town Bank – Burlington) on services offered by their firm with regards to portfolio management for the […]
Deaths March 27, 2023: Ryan Franklin Bell, Susan R. Welch, Grace E. Grant
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Spring election 2023: Bristol municipal judge Q&A
Voters in Bristol will be able to vote in a contested election for municipal judge in the April 4 election. On the ballot will be: Steve Hurley, the incumbent Xavier Solis The same questionnaire was submitted by westofthei.com to each candidate by email. Here is their biographical information followed by their question responses presented in […]
Weather forecast
Today. Sunny. Near steady temperature around 40. Northeast winds 5 to 15 mph. Tonight Clear through around midnight then becoming partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 20s. North winds up to 10 mph shifting to the northwest after midnight. Tuesday Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 40s. West winds 5 to 10 mph. Tuesday evening […]
Weather update
Road conditions are deteriorating. Cars are sliding off the road into the ditch. An area of moderate snow is moving through southeast WI this evening, around the 9 PM hour. This is reducing visibility to a half mile or less, and will move out of the area by 10 PM. The high snowfall rates are […]
Units responding to an accident
About 8:30 pm Kansasville and Salem Lakes are responding to the 30100 block of Hwy 142 for car vs semi accident. It is reported to be a head-on collision and the car is on fire, but everyone is out of the vehicles. Deputies are not yet on scene. A patient from each vehicle was transported […]
Units responding mutual aid
At 12:31 pm Salem Lakes and Bristol Fire Departments are responding mutual aid to Antioch for a structure fire on Woodbine Ave. Salem Lakes is sending an engine, Bristol, a truck. ShareTweet0 Shares
Spring election 2023: Randall town supervisor #3 Q&A
Voters in Randall will be able to vote in a contested election for town supervisor #3 in the April 4 election. On the ballot will be: Randy Kaskin, the incumbent Nancy Kemp The same questionnaire was submitted by westofthei.com to each candidate by email. Here is their biographical information followed by their question responses presented […]
A word from our sponsors: March 26, 2023 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons
11839 214th Ave, Bristol 26217 100th St, Salem ShareTweet0 Shares
Spring Election 2023: Randall Consolidated School District referendum Q&A
Voters in the Randall Consolidated School District will have a chance to vote on an operating referendum and a capitol referendum in the April 4 election. westofthei.com asked district administrator Bob Antholine some questions about the referendum. Here are his responses: ShareTweet0 Shares
Snow calls
7:19 am Hwy 50 and 83 north – semi in the ditch 7:23 16000 blk of Hwy C – vehicle sideways in the road 7:25 I-94 southbound, Lane 1 covered with snow, needs plowing 8:15 I-94 and Hwy C – disabled vehicles ShareTweet0 Shares
