Note: The following is a paid announcement from The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Kenosha County (ADRC) — DH The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Kenosha County (ADRC) Durable Medical Equipment Loan and Supply Closet provides durable medical equipment as well as nutritional supplements and incontinence products for older adults and adults with […]
Posts from ‘October, 2025’
2025 trick or treat hours, weather, safety tips
Here are the official trick or treat hours for the Western Kenosha County locations that designate them: 4 to 7 p.m., Oct. 31 — Bristol, Paddock Lake, Twin Lakes. 4 to 8 p.m. — Salem Lakes Trick or treat weather looks dry says the National Weather Service with no rain expected (until possibly after midnight). […]
Deaths Oct. 30, 2025: Harold R. Krich, Margaret M. Wortman
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Units responding for crash in Trevor
At about 1:50 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash at Highways C and 83 in Trevor. Per dispatch: Two vehicles involved. Injuries being reported. ShareTweet0 Shares
Local clubs sponsoring ATV & snowmobile safety course Nov. 8 & 9
Twin Runners Snowmobile Club and State Line Cruisers, Inc ATV/UTV Club are hosting a snowmobile-ATV safety course Nov. 7 and 8 in Twin Lakes. This Safety Course is for individuals ages 12 and up. ATV and snowmobile safety courses will be taught simultaneously by DNR certified instructors. Cost is $10 per class. Time is 6 […]
A word from our sponsors: Now is the time to visit Hafs Road Orchard
Note: This is a paid announcement from Hafs Road Orchard — DH Fall is the time to visit Hafs Road Orchard. 2025 marks owners Richard and Deborah Polansky’s 45th year of growing apples at Hafs Road Orchard. The orchard store is bursting with fresh apples for eating, cakes, pies, apple sauce, salads and crisps. Pie and […]
Deaths Oct. 29, 2025: Ronald Larson
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A word from our sponsors: Western Kenosha County Senior Citizens Council seeking Senior Center Program Director
Note: This is a paid announcement from Western Kenosha County Senior Citizens Council — DH The Western Kenosha County Senior Citizens Council, a non-profit, seeks 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 serveseniors required. […]
Agenda: Salem School District board special meeting Oct. 29, 2025
The Salem School District board is scheduled to hold a special meeting Wednesday, starting at 3 p.m. in the district conference room. The sole agenda item is: Closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted […]
Agenda: Wilmot Union High School board meeting Oct. 29, 2025
The Wilmot Union High School board is scheduled to meet Wednesday, starting at 6 p.m. in the school library. Agenda items include: 2025-2026 Tax Levy Certification 2025-2026 Final Budget Adoption Closed session for: Individual Employee Contract Matter and Pupil Issue The full agenda is available here. ShareTweet0 Shares
Deaths Oct. 28, 2025: Jack Ogren
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Report from the road: Signals flashing at Brass Ball Corners
At 6:18 a.m., a reader on the road reports that the traffic signals at Highway 50 and Highway 83/BD are flashing red. Right now that is not causing a major traffic problem, but it might as the day goes on if that condition continues. Plan accordingly. UPDATE about 8:40 a.m. — Signals functioning normally again. […]
Agenda: Wheatland Town Board meeting Oct. 28, 2025
The Wheatland Town Board is scheduled to meet Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Town Hall in New Munster. Agenda items include: Lilly Lake Boat Cover Town Hall Vision Discussion Saturday tax collection availability 2026 Budget Workshop The full agenda is available here. ShareTweet0 Shares
Agenda: Salem School District budget hearing, annual meeting & regular board meeting Oct. 28, 2025
The Salem School District is scheduled to hold its budget hearing, annual meeting and a regular board meeting on Tuesday, starting at 5 p.m. in the large group instruction room. The meetings will also be livestreamed here, but livestreaming does not alow for elector participation in the annual meeting as far as voting. The budget […]
Deaths Oct. 27, 2025: Lee James Barhyte Jr., Jane D. Rutkowski, Sandra Nadine Nelson
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Units responding for crash in Wheatland
At about 2:02 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 crash in the 37800 block of Highway 50 in Wheatland. Per dispatch: Vehicle is on its roof. UPDATE 2:07 p.m. — One occupant of the vehicle is […]
Westosha Central High School District & Wheatland J1 School District announce new virtual academy
Two local school districts will be collaborating on a virtual academy that could be ready for the 2026-27 school year. From Westosha Central High School District and Wheatland J1 School District: Westosha Central High School District and Wheatland J1 School District are excited to announce Southeast Virtual Academy (SVA), a new virtual charter school in […]
Deaths Oct. 26, 2025: Edwin John Fonk
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A word from our sponsors: Oct. 26, 2025 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons
27130 89th St, Salem 9506 296th Ave, Salem ShareTweet0 Shares
Kenosha County Live Lead Safe program available to address paint-related health risks in older homes
From Kenosha County Department of Human Services: During National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, Kenosha County Public Health is reminding the community of a federally funded resource that is available for qualified residents to help mitigate lead paint-related hazards in older homes. Kenosha County’s Live Lead Safe program serves residents of owner-occupied and rental homes whose […]
A word from our sponsors: Oct. 25, 2025 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons
11743 213th Ave, Bristol 27130 89th St, Salem 9506 296th Ave, Salem ShareTweet0 Shares
Units responding for crash in Trevor
At about 6:41 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units are responding to a report of a crash in the 27700 block of Highway C in Trevor. Per dispatch: Vehicles have pulled off the road into a parking lot. Deputies on scene. Injuries being reported. ShareTweet0 Shares
A word from our sponsors: Western Kenosha County Senior Citizens Council seeking Senior Center Program Director
Note: This is a paid announcement from Western Kenosha County Senior Citizens Council — DH The Western Kenosha County Senior Citizens Council, a non-profit, seeks 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 […]
Sheriff’s Department investigates threat against Wilmot UHS
From the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office: On October 22nd, 2025, the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office conducted an investigation involving a third-party communicated threat to Wilmot High School allegedly committed by a 17-year-old Wilmot High School Student. Deputies thoroughly investigated this incident and determined that no threat was made to the school, its students, or staff. […]
A word from our sponsors: Westosha Lakes Church Fall Fest is Oct. 25
Note: The following is a paid announcement from Westosha Lakes Church — DH Westosha Lakes Church in Salem is hosting their annual Fall Fest on Oct.25th from 5-7pm. Food and drinks will be provided. There will be items such as, hot dogs, popcorn, cotton candy, caramel apples and cider Parking will be available in the east […]
Freeze warning issued
The first forecast sub freezing temperatures of the season have prompted the National Weather Service to issue a freeze warning for the southern half of Wisconsin, including Kenosha County. The freeze warning is set to be in effect from 2 to 9 a.m., Friday. The latest, local NWS forecast calls for a low of 30 […]
Sponsored post: Trevor-Wilmot Consolidated Grade School District notice of 2025 annual meeting & budget hearing
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Deaths Oct. 22, 2025: Evelyn Jean Mumenthaler, Richard W. “Dick” Griebel
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A word from our sponsors: Now is the time to visit Hafs Road Orchard
Note: This is a paid announcement from Hafs Road Orchard — DH Fall is the time to visit Hafs Road Orchard. 2025 marks owners Richard and Deborah Polansky’s 45th year of growing apples at Hafs Road Orchard. The orchard store is bursting with fresh apples for eating, cakes, pies, apple sauce, salads and crisps. Pie and […]
Silver Lake-Salem Jt 1 School District (Riverview School) administrator resigns; search for interim administrator begins
The Silver Lake-Salem Jt 1 School District (Riverview School) board accepted the resignation of its district administrator Monday. The action took place after a special board meeting that included a closed session. Kimberly Taylor cited personal reasons for the resignation, said board President Brian Hopkins. In her resignation letter, Taylor said: “This decision was not […]
