Posts from ‘December, 2023’

Nine illegal drug overdose deaths here in last 12 days, reports medical examiner

From the Kenosha County Medical Examiner’s Office: Kenosha County Medical Examiner Patrice Hall is again warning the public about the dangers of illegal drug use after a recent spate of suspected overdose deaths. Hall’s office has responded to nine of these cases in a recent 12-day period, including three on Saturday, Dec. 30. The deceased […]

Units responding for wire in Twin Lakes

At about 1:23 p.m., Twin Lakes Fire Department units are responding to a report of an arcing wire along West Main Street in Twin Lakes. ShareTweet0 Shares

Winter weather advisory issued

A winter weather advisory has been issued for Kenosha County by the National Weather Service. The advisory is set to be in effect until noon, Sunday. The main concern is mixed icy precipitation. The latest, local NWS forecast says the mixed precipitation should end about noon and turn to all snow. Less than a half […]

Local students awarded scholarships at UW-Whitewater for 2023-24

The following local students are among the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater scholarship recipients receiving financial awards for the 2023-24 academic year. Bradley Becker, Twin Lakes, who is studying Biology, won the following scholarship(s): Faculty-Staff Endowment Jake Briggs, Bristol, who is studying Business, won the following scholarship(s): Chancellor Scholars Tyler Carver, Trevor, who is studying Management, won […]

Units responding for alarm in Salem

At 6:54 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units are responding to the 8700 block of Antioch Road for an alarm. Per dispatch: This is at a multi-family residential building. No flames seen. ShareTweet0 Shares

Deaths Dec. 28, 2023: Dolores J. Vanderkooy

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A word from our sponsors: Unleash Your Potential with Westosha Sports Complex and Marucci Sports!

Note: The following is a paid announcement from Westosha Sports Complex — DH Westosha Sports Complex is thrilled to announce an exciting partnership that’s set to revolutionize your sporting experience. Westosha Sports Complex and Marucci Sports have joined forces to offer you an unparalleled advantage on the field. Get ready for the game of your […]

Deaths Dec. 28, 2023: Dona Corrao

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Snow!?

The forecast didn’t really call for snow accumulation, but we seem to beating the odds in Western Kenosha County this morning. As of about 7 a.m., we measure about half an inch of snow on the ground at westofthei.com headquarters in Paddock Lake with flakes steadily falling. Snow is accumulating on roads here. Snow is […]

Units responding to alarm in Twin Lakes

At about 9:24 p.m. Twin Lakes Fire Department units and a Twin Lakes Police officer are responding to an alarm in the 400 block of Lincoln Drive in Twin Lakes. Per dispatch: This is an activated fire alarm. UPDATE 9:29 p.m. — Town of Randall Fire Department and Wheatland Vol Fire Department also dispatched to […]

Audrey Schnuck, Allison Steadman admitted into College of Education at UW-Whitewater

A total of 154 students at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater were admitted into the College of Education and Professional Studies’ Professional Education program for the fall 2023 semester. Students with local connections include: Audrey Schnuck, of Kenosha, who is majoring in Special Education. Allison Steadman, of Twin Lakes, who is majoring in Special Education. These […]

Brighton School Honor Roll 1st quarter 2023-24

The following students were named to the Brighton School honor roll for the first quarter of the 2023-24 school year (*denotes Principal’s Honor Roll): 8th Grade — *Jacob Daniels, *Kinzie Daniels, *Stevie Davis, *Nolan Eckhart, *Jase Edwards, *Jorjah Fabbri, *Kristen Klenke, *Robert Mastronardi III, *Rudy Ronquillo Jr., Tristan Selevredes, *Remi Sinozich, Grant Sweatman, *Chance Vanover, […]

Deaths Dec. 26, 2023: Kenneth J Harbecke, Richard J. Rzonca

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Kenosha Thunder game summary: Vs. St. Viator on Dec. 23, 2023

Here is a recap of Thunder Hockey vs. St. Viator. The following summary was provided by Kenosha Thunder, which includes team members from Westosha Central and Wilmot Union high schools: Quote from Coach Joe Trifone: Team played more like a team Saturday against the #3 team in Illinois. We lost 3-1 to a very good […]

A word from our sponsors: Paddock Lake invites lawn maintenance proposals

Note: The following is a paid announcement from the village of Paddock Lake — DH The Village of Paddock Lake invites proposals from qualified landscape contractors to maintain lawns at various municipal parks, facilities and public lands within the village for the 2024 & 2025 seasons. The contractor should have: Public lawn maintenance experience. Sufficient […]

Happy Holidays from westofthei.com!

Merry Christmas from westofthei.com! We’d like to say thank you to all of our loyal readers and advertisers who continue to make westofthei.com possible. We will continue to work to become more useful to you every day. Sincerely, Darren and Karen Hillock ShareTweet0 Shares

Deaths Dec. 24, 2023: Ethel M. Hollencamp

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2023 Paddock Lake Outdoor Decoration Contest winners announced (PHOTOS & VIDEO)

Here are the winners of the 2023 village of Paddock Lake Outdoor Decoration Contest: First place — The Meinen-Mueller house on 241st Avenue. Second place — The Santo house on 238th Avenue. Third Place — The Bennett house on 244th Avenue. Honorable mention — The Nitschneider house on 247th Avenue. First place won $50 and second […]

Kenosha Thunder game summary: Vs. KMMO on Dec. 22, 2023

Here is the recap from Thunder Hockey vs. KMMO The following summary was provided by Kenosha Thunder, which includes team members from Westosha Central and Wilmot Union high schools: Quote from Coach Joe Trifone:  Good entertaining game tonight , we played well, but are still learning what it takes to be consistent. Conner Costello had 2 […]

Bristol and Salem Lakes fire departments hold joint 2023 Shop with a Hero event

Bristol and Salem fire departments held their first Shop With A Hero event on Saturday, Dec 16 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Antioch Walmart. The event was brought to the community by Firefighters 4 Charity Organization. Ten students from Bristol School and 10 students from Salem School were selected to participate. They received […]

A word from our sponsors: Registration underway for Westosha Sports Complex winter golf league

Note: The following is a paid announcement from Westosha Sports Complex — DH Registration is open now for the Westosha Sports Complex 2024 for the Winter Indoor Golf League. This individual golf league will span 12 weeks with a 9 Hole format. Starts week of 1/30/24. Two payments of $140. First payment is due on […]

Deaths Dec. 22, 2023: Elizabeth (Betty) Matacia

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Wilmot UHS students compete at 2023 Southeastern Wisconsin DECA District 6 competition

Nineteen of 24 Wilmot Union High school DECA members competed at the Southeastern Wisconsin DECADistrict 6 competition at Racine Case High School on Dec. 16. DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. Over 700 students from 17 area high schools participated by taking online tests and performing role plays in […]

Units responding for investigation on I-94

At about 2:12 p.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue, Pleasant Prairie Fire and Rescue and Newport Fire Protection District units and sheriff’s deputies are responding for an investigation in the 9100 block of the southbound lanes of I-94. Per dispatch: Burning smell reported from a vehicle stopped on ramp. ShareTweet0 Shares

Michelle Koss recognized as WI First Congressional District’s 2023 Health Care Hero

U. S. Rep. Bryan Steil recently recognized Michelle Koss of Bristol, an emergency room nurse at the Froedtert South Hospital in Pleasant Prairie as one of Wisconsin’s First Congressional District’s 2023 Health Care Heroes. Recipients of this award were nominated by local citizens and selected by the First Congressional District’s Health Care Advisory Board.  The Health Care […]

Warm, wet weather ahead

Weather hereabouts looks to be warm and at times wet for the next week. The latest, local National Weather Service forecast has some chance of rain every day for the next seven days, starting Thursday. Rain is most likely on Friday, with a 70 percent chance of rain during the day and an 80 to […]

Deaths Dec. 20, 2023: Melanie J. Peterson

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A word from our sponsors: Paddock Lake invites lawn maintenance proposals

Note: The following is a paid announcement from the village of Paddock Lake — DH The Village of Paddock Lake invites proposals from qualified landscape contractors to maintain lawns at various municipal parks, facilities and public lands within the village for the 2024 & 2025 seasons. The contractor should have: Public lawn maintenance experience. Sufficient […]

Agenda: Wilmot Union High School board meeting Dec. 20, 2023

The Wilmot Union High School board is scheduled to meet Wednesday, starting at 6 p.m. in the school library. Agenda iems include: Safety and Security Report 2022-2023 School Report Card 2024 Operational Referendum Math Curriculum for Special Education Science Curriculum for Special Education 2024-2025 School Year New and Revised Course Proposals 2024 Summer School Courses […]

Agenda: Bristol School District #1 board meeting Dec. 20, 2023

The Bristol School District #1 board is scheduled to meet Wednesday, starting at 4:30 p.m. in the large group instruction room at the school. Agenda items include: Non-candidacy and candidacy announcements for board members. 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 budget summary Operational referendum Open enrollment update Closed session for: Administrative contracts and staff compensation review. The full […]

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