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Posts from ‘February, 2025’
Paddock Lake Village Board appoints municipal judge
The Paddock Lake Village Board Wednesday appointed Richard Ginkowski as municipal judge. The vacancy was created by the retirement of longtime judge Robert Brenner as of Jan. 1. Ginkowski, a former Kenosha County assistant district attorney, is also the current Pleasant Prairie municipal judge. Ginkowski was appointed by Racine/Kenosha Circuit Court Chief Judge Wynne Laufenberg […]
A word from our sponsors: Why your tires matter and how Hartnell Tire Outlet can help
Note: This is a paid announcement from Hartnell Chevrolet — DH Tires are a crucial component of your vehicle, directly affecting safety, performance, and fuel efficiency. Over time, tires can wear down or degrade, leading to various issues that may compromise your driving experience. Here are a few signs you might need new tires: Uneven […]
Paris School honor roll 2024-25 first trimester
The following students were named to the Paris School honor roll for the first trimester of the 2024-25 school year (an asterisk denotes straight A’s): 6th Grade — JoLee Davis, Braeden Enright, *Isaac Fleege, *Roman Fonk, *Erin Gerou, Nathan Gerou, Abigail Harms, Elaina Harris, Genevieve Jacobson, *Neil Kordecki, Brantley Lawrence, *Isla Maney, Jackson Montemurro, Jocelyn […]
A word from our sponsors: Town of Wheatland seeking applicants for appointed town clerk and appointed town treasurer
Note: The following is a paid announcement from the town of Wheatland — DH Town of Wheatland Full Time Municipal Clerk The Town of Wheatland (population 3,376) is seeking applicants for an appointed Clerk position beginning April 2025. Position can expect 40+ hours weekly. Candidates must have strong communication and organizational skills, and a strong […]
Deaths Feb. 19, 2025: William G. Haase
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Units responding for fire in Brighton
At about 6 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue (all stations) and Kansasville Fire and Rescue and sheriff’s deputies are responding for a report of a possible fire in the 29900 block of 41st Street in Brighton. Per dispatch: Smoke and sparks reported coming from chimney. UPDATE 6:04 p.m. — Dispatch eports deputy on scene reports no […]
Units responding to crash in Randall
At about 5:09 p.m., Town of Randall Fire Department, Wheatland Vol. Fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue are responding to a report of a crash at Highways EM and F in Randall. Per dispatch: Two vehicles involved. Injuries unknown. UPDATE 5:15 p.m. — Unit at scene reports all occupants now out of vehicles. ShareTweet0 Shares
A word from our sponsors: Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Association seeking applicants for executive director
Note: The following is a paid advertisement from the Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Association — DH The Twin Lakes Area Chamber and Business Association is looking for a new Executive Director. This position requires a person who is very organized and able to multi-task. The ideal candidate will have schedule flexibility in order […]
And another cold weather advisory issued
The National Weather Service has issued another cold weather advisory — the third in the last three days — for an area of Wisconsin that includes Kenosha County. The advisory is set to be in effect from midnight to 10 a.m., Wednesday. Wind chills as low as -15 are expected during that period in the […]
Deaths Feb. 18, 2025: Emory Calvin Trussel, John F. Bartuska
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Agenda: Wilmot Union High School District board meeting Feb. 19, 2025
The Wilmot Union High School District board is scheduled to meet Wednesday, starting at 6 p.m. in the school library. Agenda items include: First Semester Grades Report Class of 2025 Early Graduates Referendum Communications Plan Additional Alternative Education Teaching Position Mentor-Mentee Program and Stipend for Leadership Team Closed session for: Considering employment, promotion, compensation or […]
Agenda: Brighton School District #1 board meeting Feb. 19, 2025
The Brighton School District #1 board is scheduled to meet Wednesday, starting at 6 p.m. in the School library. Agenda items include: Retirement June 2025 Building Updates Curriculum Updates Equipment Purchase Closed session to discuss the employment status, compensation, and benefits for specific employees The full agenda is available here. ShareTweet0 Shares
Agenda: Paddock Lake Village Board meeting Feb. 19, 2025
The Paddock Lake Village Board is scheduled to meet Wednesday, starting at 6:30 p.m. at Village Hall (municipal building). Agenda items include: Motion – to authorize Village Administrator accept donation of tax parcels 40-4-120-021-2755 and 40-4-120-021-2760. Motion – to authorize and approve Bear Development request to reduce the developer’s cash escrow forpublic improvements in the […]
Twin Lakes approves street resurfacing projects for 2025
The Twin Lakes Village Board Monday awarded a bid for its 2025 street resurfacing project. Included in the project are: Esch Road: Zerfas Drive to 400th Avenue 400th Avenue: Esch Road to Village Limits Pheasant Ave: Elizabeth Lane to Park Lane Willow Road: Lakeshore Way to Park Lane Willow Road: Park Lane to Elizabeth Lane […]
Military helicopters that flew over Western Kenosha County part of training exercise
If you saw — or heard — a group of military helicopters over Western Kenosha County here’s an explanation of what was going on from Wisconsin National Guard: ShareTweet0 Shares
Another cold weather advisory issued
After a bit of a break during part of Monday, the National Weather Service has issued another cold weather advisory that includes Kenosha County. The latest advisory is set to be in effect from 9 p.m., Monday to noon, Tuesday. Wind chill values could reach -25 during that period. Tuesday’s high temperature is expected to […]
Deaths Feb. 17, 2025: Gary Hollister Sr.
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A word from our sponsors: Polish your golf game year round at Westosha Sports Complex
Note: Westosha Sports Complex is a westofthei.com sponsor. This is a paid announcement. — DH Weather or season never gets in the way of your golf game at Westosha Sports Complex in Silver Lake. Westosha Sports Complex is a professional training facility where players up their game, practice their swings, and just have fun. Westosha […]
Local students among Fall 2024 UW-Whitewater graduates
More than 800 students graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater at winter commencement, held Dec. 14, 2024. The following students with local connections earned degrees from the UW-Whitewater at winter commencement: Haley Gorsuch, Bristol. graduated with the following degree: Art Education – BSE. Dylan Griffin, Twin Lakes, graduated Cum Laude with the following degree: Finance – BBA. […]
A word from our sponsors: Opportunities to learn more about Silver Lake Salem Jt. 1 School District (Riverview School) referendum scheduled
Note: The following is a paid announcement from Silver Lake Salem Jt. 1 School District — DH The community is invited to learn more about the April 1 referendum for Silver Lake Jt. 1 School District – Riverview School. Community Information Meetings Feb 18, 6 p.m. at Riverview School March 19, 6 p.m. at Riverview […]
Cold weather advisory issued
The National Weather Service has issued a cold weather advisory for an area of Wisconsin that includes Kenosha County. The advisory is set to be in effect from 12 a.m. until 11 a.m., Monday. Cold temperatures with very wind chills as low as -25 are expected during that period. The advisory texts says: “The dangerously […]
Agenda: Twin Lakes #4 School District (Lakewood School) board meeting Feb. 17, 2025
The Twin Lakes #4 School District (Lakewood School) board is scheduled to meet Monday, starting at 4 p.m. in the school library. Agenda items include: Administrative final notice of non-renewal Approve 2025-26 calendar Closed session for considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction […]
Agenda: Twin Lakes Village Board meeting Feb. 17, 2025
The Twin Lakes Village Board is scheduled to meet Monday, starting at 6:30 p.m. at Village Hall. Agenda items include: Discussion and possible action regarding awarding the contract for the Village’s 2025 Street Resurfacing Project. Consideration of a motion to approve Ordinance 2025-2-1 to Rezone from the Residential Zone to the Commercial Zone Parcel 86-4-119-281-4001 […]
A word from our sponsors: Feb. 16, 2025 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons
7623 288th Ave, Salem ShareTweet0 Shares
Units responding for alarm in Wilmot
At about 7:17 p.m., Town of Randall Fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue units are responding to an alarm in the 12400 block of Fox River Road in Wilmot UPDATE 7:37 p.m. — Smoke inside building. Twin Lake Fire Department, Town of Wheatland Vol. Fire Department and Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue requested to respond with additional […]
Units responding for fire in Silver Lake
At about 6:05 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue, Bristol Fire and Rescue, Town of Randall Fire Department and Wheatland Vol. Fire Department units are responding to the 7600 block of Shorewood Drive in Silver Lake for a possible Fire. Per dispatch: Caller reports smoke from a clothes dryer. Occupants are evacuating. ShareTweet0 Shares
A word from our sponsors: Feb. 15, 2025 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons
2126 Laurie Ln, Twin Lakes 7623 288th Ave, Salem ShareTweet0 Shares
A word from our sponsors: Opportunities to learn more about Silver Lake Salem Jt. 1 School District (Riverview School) referendum scheduled
Note: The following is a paid announcement from Silver Lake Salem Jt. 1 School District — DH The community is invited to learn more about the April 1 referendum for Silver Lake Jt. 1 School District – Riverview School. Community Information Meetings Feb 18, 6 p.m. at Riverview School March 19, 6 p.m. at Riverview […]
