The Friends of the Community Library spring book sale at the Community Library in Twin Lakes is this weekend May 1, 2, and 3. Readers have a wide range of favorite fiction authors to choose from and some interesting nonfiction for those who prefer a variety of subjects. Children’s books are plentiful for all ages. […]
Posts from ‘April, 2025’
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. This is a paid announcement. — 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 […]
Agenda: Wheatland J1 School District board meeting April 30, 2025
The Wheatland J1 School District board is scheduled to meet Wednesday, starting at 7 p.m. in Room #164-Community Room. Agenda items include: Reorganization and Election of Officers and Committees for 2025-2026 2025-26 Certified Staff Contracts Food Service Contract Shared Service Contracts for 2025-2026 School Year Occupational Therapist/Trevor Wilmot School District A closed session for considering […]
Bristol Village Board approves contract to provide fire and EMS to Paddock Lake starting in 2026
The Bristol Village Board on Monday approved an intergovernmental agreement with Paddock Lake for Bristol Fire and Rescue to serve Paddock Lake for fire and emergency medical service. The IGA was approved by the Bristol Village Board in a unanimous voice vote with all members present The agreement will start Jan. 1, 2026 and has […]
Deaths April 28, 2025: Dale Hyde Francis, Donald M. Joras Sr.
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Closures this week on Highway C scheduled
From Kenosha County Division of Highways: A portion of Kenosha County Highway C (Wilmot Road) will have daily closures to through traffic through Thursday, May 1, for culvert replacement and repair work in various locations. The closures will affect the section of Highway C between Highway 45 (200th Avenue) and Highway 83 (Antioch Road). Local […]
Units responding for fire in Wheatland
At about 5:39 p.m., Wheatland Vol. Fire Department, Town of Randall Fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a fire in the 7500 block of 400th Avenue in Wheatland. Per dispatch: Four vehicles reported on fire. UPDATE about 5:40 p.m. — Twin Lakes Fire Department requested […]
Westosha Central bands to hold open rehearsal April 30 before Canada trip
The Westosha Central High School Band will be holding an open rehearsal on Wednesday, April 30 from 6:30-8 p.m. This will be the WCHS Band’s final rehearsal as they prepare for their upcoming trip to Canada. The public is invited to attend. Please enter through the Commons doors to enter the auditorium. The Westosha Central […]
Agenda: Bristol Village Board meeting April 18, 2025
The Bristol Village Board is scheduled to meeting Monday, starting at 7 p.m. at Village Hall. Agenda items include: Discuss and consider for approval the Intergovernmental Agreement for Fire and Emergency Medical Services Contract with the Village of Paddock. Discuss and consider approving the scheduling of the Board of Review on May 12, 2025, at […]
A word from our sponsors: April 27, 2025 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons
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Safe Kids Strong Families Campaign’s 5K Family Fun Run/Walk & Family Branching Out Expo coverage (PHOTOS)
Supplied by Kenosha County: Family activities filled the halls and grounds of the Kenosha County Center in Bristol on Saturday. The day kicked off with the Safe Kids Strong Families Campaign’s 5K Family Fun Run/Walk, part of the group’s annual activities to mark Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month. Later in the morning, the attention […]
A word from our sponsors: April 26, 2025 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons
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Bristol School students receive grant for Washington DC visit
Bristol School’s 8th grade social studies teacher, Rachel Ringsby, and her students will soon head to Washington D.C. thanks in part to a grant from the American Battlefield Trust’s History Field Trip Grant Program. This trip will provide students with a hands-on history learning opportunity. Grants are awarded based on a competitive national application process. […]
A word from our sponsors: Slades Corners Computer Repair keeps your tech running smoothly
Note: The following is a paid announcement Slades Corners Computer Repair — DH When your computer won’t start, your wifi won’t cooperate, or you’ve got a nest of cables that looks more like spaghetti than a setup, Slades Corners Computer Repair (SCCR) is here to help. Locally owned and operated, SCCR provides reliable, honest tech […]
Units responding for fire in Bristol
At about 7:55 p.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue, Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue, Paris Fire and Rescue, Pleasant Prairie Fire and Rescue and Newport Fire Protection District units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a fire in the 18500 block of 83rd Street in Bristol. Per dispatch: This is being reported as a shed […]
County launches adopt-a-highway program for county highways
The following from the Kenosha County Executive’s Office: Kenosha County celebrated Earth Day Tuesday with the launch of a new Adopt-A-Highway program. Kenosha County Adopt-A-Highway is the county’s equivalent to the State of Wisconsin’s long-running program, which gives organizations and individuals the opportunity to serve the community by removing debris and litter alongside roadways. County […]
Seventh Grade Wheatland Center School students launch “Out of This World” Daddy-Daughter Dance benefiting local families
The following is based on a news release from Wheatland Center School: Three seventh-grade students at Wheatland Center School organized and hosted the “Out of This World” Daddy Daughter Dance on March 7. Students Addison McCann, Austyn Madaus, and Wren Hawkins planned the space-themed event in order to provide a fun event for the community […]
Christy Weinstock new Wilmot Union High School district administrator
Christy Weinstock has been named the new district administrator of the Wilmot Union High School District. Here is a news release distributed by the district Tuesday: The Wilmot Union High School District is proud to announce the appointment of Christy Weinstock as its new District Administrator, effective July 1, 2025. The Wilmot Union High School […]
Deaths April 22, 2025: Mary P Hawkins
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Kenosha County National Drug Take Back Day collection events set for April 26
From the Kenosha County Department of Human Services: National Drug Take Back Day collection events will be held at six locations in Kenosha County on Saturday, April 26, County Executive Samantha Kerkman announced. The events will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at these sites: • The Kenosha County Center at Highways 45 […]
Deaths April 21, 2025: John Francis Rayniak Jr., Amy L Hookstead
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Agenda: Paris Town Board meeting April 22, 2025
The Paris Town Board is scheduled to meet Tuesday starting at 6 p.m. at Town Hall. Agenda items include: Discussion and possible consideration of authorizing fire Chief Hennessey to solicit final quotes for specialized equipment needed for emergency management for solar arrays and battery energy storage systems, subject to final board approval Pheasant Run operation […]
Agenda: Silver Lake-Salem Jt 1 School District (Riverview School) board meeting April 22, 2025
The Silver Lake-Salem Jt 1 School District (Riverview School) board is scheduled to meet Tuesday, starting at 6 p.m. in the school library. Agenda items include: Summer School Presentation: Jenny Dziewior Baird Presentation Approval of new teacher contracts for middle school science and 5th grade Approval of Managed Service Provider Contract Approval of Riverview’s Advanced […]
Agenda: Salem Lakes Village Board meeting April 21, 2025
The Salem Lakes Village Board is scheduled to meet Monday, starting at 6 p.m. at Village Hall in Salem. The meeting also will be live streamed and available for later viewing here. Agenda items include: Recognition of Judge Langel for his 20 years of service. Economic Development Committee – Budget Overview of the EDC. Reappointment […]
2025 Westosha-Salem Kiwanis Club Easter Egg Hunt coverage (PHOTOS)
Kids assembled Saturday afternoon to gather up over 13,000 eggs covering the Salem Grade School Baseball Fields. Easter Bunny arrived with Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue and was available for photos. The bike raffle was eight bikes of various sizes, each given away to the lucky ticket holder. Each child received one ticket. There were additional raffle […]
Agenda: Twin Lakes Village Board meeting April 21, 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 Declaring Official Intent to Reimburse Expenditures from Proceeds of Borrowing. Discussion and possible action regarding new Short-Term Rental Applications: 707 Lake Street, Ryan Root; 620 Highland Dr, David Moss (Vacations […]
A word from our sponsors: April 19, 2025 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons
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Deaths April 18, 2025: Ronald W. Pasterz, Sharon Weber
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Units responding for fire in Wheatland
At about 5:14 p.m., Wheatland Vol Fire Department, Town of Randall Fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue units are responding to a report of a fire in the 3500 block of 376th Avenue in Wheatland Per dispatch: This is being reported as a brush fire about three quarters of a mile east of 376th Avenue. […]
Camp Lake boat launch closed for repairs April 22-28
From the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources: The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced a temporary closure of the Camp Lake boat launch at 27700 113th St., in the town of Trevor in Kenosha County. The launch will be closed from April 21 until approximately 4 p.m. on April 25, 2025, while necessary improvements […]
