From the Kenosha County Department of Human Services: Six locations in Kenosha County will host National Drug Take Back Day events on Saturday, Oct. 25, County Executive Samantha Kerkman announced Monday. The events will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the following sites, two of which are in Western Kenosha County: The […]
Posts from ‘October, 2025’
Deaths Oct. 21, 2025: Gerald Lee Schilz, Laverne Marie Pyatt, Michelle A. Russo, Walter Meehan, Jean Ann Hill
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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: Salem Lakes Village Board meeting Oct. 2, 2025
The Salem Lakes Village Board is scheduled to meet Tuesday, starting at 6 p.m. at Village Hall in Salem. The meeting also will be livestreamed and archived here. Agenda items include: Resolution 2025.10-138 authorizing the Issuance and Sale of a $1,900,000 General Obligation Promissory Note, Series 2025A Request to contract with von Briesen to rewrite […]
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. […]
UPDATE: Rain almost certain Monday overnight
The latest, local National Weather Service forecast has increased the chance of rain Monday overnight to 90 percent. The rain is likely to start around 10 p.m. and could continue until 1 a.m., Tuesday. Less than a 10th of an inch total is expected. Rain is expected again Tuesday afternoon into evening. The latest from […]
Deaths: Oct. 20, 2025: Jeffery R. Fain
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Agenda: Silver Lake-Salem Jt. 1 School District (Riverview School) special board meeting
The Silver Lake-Salem Jt. 1 School District (Riverview School) is scheduled to hold a special board meeting Monday, starting at 4:30 p.m. The meeting is for a closed session regarding discussion of agreement between administrator and board of education. The full agenda is available here. ShareTweet0 Shares
Sunny day to provide a break from the rain
A sunny Monday is expected to break up the gloomy, rainy days we’ve been laving of late. Monday during the day will be sunny with a high of 65, says the latest, local National Weather Service forecast. The temp will be rallying its way back from an overnight low of 40, where the thermometer stood […]
Agenda: Twin Lakes Village Board meeting Oct. 20, 2025
The Twin Lakes Village Board is scheduled to meet Monday starting at 6:30 p.m. at Village Hall. Agenda items include: 2026 Budget Workshop #3. The full agenda is available here. ShareTweet0 Shares
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 […]
Local fire department responding for mutual aid to Kenosha
At about 3 p.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue is requested to respond for mutual aid to the Kenosha Fire Department for a crash in the 12200 block of Highway 50. Per dispatch: Bristol requested to respond with an ambulance. ShareTweet0 Shares
A word from our sponsors: Oct. 19, 2025 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons
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Salem Lakes hires interim administrator; search for permanent replacement underway
Salem Lakes has an interim administrator in place while the village conducts a search for a more permanent replacement for the position. Jay Shambeau is working 20 hours a week in the village, said village President Rita Bucur. The village is paying $115/hour for the interim administrator. The village’s last administrator Cassandra Hiller resigned effective […]
A word from our sponsors: Oct. 18, 2025 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons
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Units responding to Randall School for medical call
At about 9:47 a.m., Twin Lakes Rescue units are responding to Randall School for a medical call. Per dispatch: Patient is an injured female hit with a football. ShareTweet0 Shares
A word from our sponsors: St. Alphonsus Fall Fest and Turkey Dinner is Oct. 19
Note: The following is a paid announcement from St. Alphonsus Parish — DH St. Alphonsus Parish in New Munster will host its Fall Fest and Turkey Dinner Oct. 19. It is the church’s 98th annual event. Turkey dinner with all the fixings will be served from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., or until all is […]
New fraud thwarting Land Notification alert system available here
From the Kenosha County Register of Deeds Office: A newly enhanced Land Notification alert system is now available to help Kenosha County property owners protect themselves against deed fraud, Register of Deeds Jennifer Mack announced. This free service allows users to receive email or text message alerts when documents are recorded against their property, or […]
A word from our sponsors: Union Grove Methodist Church’s 71st Traditional Turkey Dinner is Oct. 18
Note: The following is a paid announcement from Union Grove Methodist Church — DH We’re excited to invite you to Union Grove Methodist Church’s 71st Traditional Turkey Dinner – a beloved community tradition filled with good food, fellowship, and fall spirit! Come enjoy a delicious, home-cooked turkey dinner with all the fixings, and of course…pie! Event: 71st Traditional Turkey Dinner Location: Union Grove Methodist […]
Salem Lakes Village Board closes search for fire chief; Carr to remain in position
Chief Alan Carr’s retirement from Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue is going to be put off a little longer. At a meeting last week, the Salem Lakes Village Board formally closed the search for Carr’s replacement. That search began when Carr announced in July his intention to retire. Then in September, the village Fire Commission, which is […]
A word from our sponsors: ADRC offers free benefit assistance for Medicare Annual Open Enrollment – Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage plans
Note: The following is a paid announcement from Aging and Disability Resource Center Kenosha County — DH Medicare’s Annual Open Enrollment Period is October 15–December 7. It’s an important time of year for those on Medicare to review current coverage and see if any changes are needed for the coming year. Medicare Part D and […]
Deaths Oct. 15, 2025: Alison J. Keifer, William Henry Hoelters Jr.
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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 […]
Free family events sponsored by Lakewood School set for Oct. 15 and 24
The Twin Lakes community is coming together this fall in an effort to ensure that all families—regardless of financial circumstance—can enjoy the season’s festivities. Thanks to the support of Lakewood School, local families will have access to a series of free community events designed to bring people together through creativity, literacy, and fun. The celebration […]
Agenda: Paddock Lake Village Board meeting Oct. 15, 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: Authorize Village Administrator to offer Joshua Russ permanent full-time employment as public works laborer, sewer treatment plant operator in training. Approve Ordinance 25-06, an ordinance to repeal and recreate sections 9.01 of the […]
A word from our sponsors: Union Grove Methodist Church’s 71st Traditional Turkey Dinner is Oct. 18
Note: The following is a paid announcement from Union Grove Methodist Church — DH We’re excited to invite you to Union Grove Methodist Church’s 71st Traditional Turkey Dinner – a beloved community tradition filled with good food, fellowship, and fall spirit! Come enjoy a delicious, home-cooked turkey dinner with all the fixings, and of course…pie! Event: 71st Traditional Turkey Dinner Location: Union Grove Methodist […]
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 […]
A word from our sponsors: St. Alphonsus Fall Fest and Turkey Dinner is Oct. 19
Note: The following is a paid announcement from St. Alphonsus Parish — DH St. Alphonsus Parish in New Munster will host its Fall Fest and Turkey Dinner Oct. 19. It is the church’s 98th annual event. Turkey dinner with all the fixings will be served from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., or until all is […]
Agenda: Bristol Village Board budget hearing & special board meeting, regular board meeting Oct. 2025
The Bristol Village Board is scheduled to hold a budget hearing, special board meeting, regular board meeting Monday, starting at 6:30 p.m. at Village Hall. The budget hearing and special meeting are first at 6:30 p.m. Agenda items include: Presentation of the budgets Citizens comments Adopt tax levy The full budget hearing and special board […]
Sponsored post: Trevor-Wilmot Consolidated Grade School District notice of 2025 annual meeting & budget hearing
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