The Twin Lakes #4 School District (Lakewood School) board is scheduled to meet Monday, starting at 4:30 p.m. in the school library. Agenda items include: Operating Referendum: a. Cadence Consulting. b. Marketing/Strategy Approval of Annual Safety Plan The full agenda is available here. ShareTweet0 Shares
Posts from ‘December, 2025’
Word from our sponsors: Reliable Heating & Air Conditioning in your neighborhood for 40 years
Note: This is a paid announcement from Reliable Heating and Air Conditioning — DH Reliable Heating & Air Conditioning has been in the Western Kenosha County neighborhood for 40 years. Reliable was founded in 1985 by Ray Sheehan. Ray’s son Rick now runs the company and three generation of Sheehans have worked there. Reliable Heating […]
Agenda: Wheatland Town Board meeting Dec. 8, 2025
The Wheatland Town Board is scheduled to meet Monday, starting at 6 p.m. at Town Hall in New Munster. Agenda items include: Small Bridge/Culvert Grant discussion Robin Battery Storage Public Hearing moved to 1/13/26 Closed session for consideration of the Rohin Battery Energy Storage System Joint Development Agreement and Scherrer Construction Contract. The full agenda […]
2025 Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Assoc. tree lighting coverage (PHOTOS & VIDEO)
The downtown Christmas tree in Twin lakes is all lit and decorated now thanks to the Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Association. The chamber hosted the official tree lighting Saturday evening. This year, the chamber’s Trees on Parade, which took place Friday and Saturday, included two new contests, decorating large stars and ornaments. Before […]
Units responding for second crash on I-94
At about 10:04 a.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue, Pleasant Prairie Fire and Rescue and Newport Fire Protection District units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to I-94 for a crash. Per dispatch: Crash is south of Highway C in the northbound lanes. Vehicle may be rolled over. ShareTweet0 Shares
Units responding for crash on I-94
At about 8:45 a.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue, Pleasant Prairie Fire and Rescue and Newport Fire Protection District are responding to I-94 just south of Highway C for a crash. Per dispatch: State Patrol on scene. Injuries being reported. ShareTweet0 Shares
A word from our sponsors: Dec. 7, 2025 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons
27130 89th St, Salem Lakes 25812 91st St, Salem Lakes 9506 296th Ave, Salem Lakes 1305 93rd Ave, Somers 24920 73rd St, Paddock Lake ShareTweet0 Shares
Growing with Bristol lights up the holiday
Saturday at dusk Growing with Bristol held its light parade and tree lighting. The parade wound from 81st St to Hansen Park. Part of the early route of the parade was free of sirens, horns, and loud noises. This year’s theme was gingerbread. Here is video of the parade: Here is video from the tree […]
2025 Paddock Lake Lighted Holiday Parade and Santa visit coverage (PHOTOS & VIDEO)
Santa traveled the streets of Paddock Lake on a fire truck Saturday as part of the village’s annual Lighted Holiday Parade. After the parade, Santa visited with children at Village Hall. There, cookies and other refreshments were served. After Santa arrived at Village Hall, a tree lighting was held. Here’s video of that: Here are […]
Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue 2025 Santa visit coverage (PHOTOS)
Santa made his annual visit to the Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue Station Saturday morning. Children were able to meet with Santa and share their Christmas wishes. Afterwards they were given a candy cane and could select a plush toy. Refreshments of hot dogs, hot chocolate and cookies also were served. Here are some more […]
Winter weather advisory issued
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for an area that includes Kenosha County. The advisory is set to be in effect from 10 p.m., Saturday to 8 a.m., Sunday. The latest, local NWS forecast calls for up to 4 inches of snow accumulation during that period. ShareTweet0 Shares
A word from our sponsors: Dec. 6, 2025 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons
27130 89th St, Salem Lakes 25812 91st St, Salem Lakes 9506 296th Ave, Salem Lakes ShareTweet0 Shares
Deaths Dec. 5, 2025: Michael Kevin Carter
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Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Assoc. 2025 Trees on Parade coverage (PHOTOS)
The Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Association is hosting its annual Trees on Parade event Friday and Saturday at the St. John Evangelist Catholic Church Community Center. The event features decorated trees, vendors, visits with Santa, silent auctions, food for sale and new decorated star and ornament competitions. Admission is $2 for adults and […]
A word from our sponsors: Horbach Chiropractic welcomes Dr. Chandler Hoffner
Note: This is a paid announcement from Horbach Chiropractic — DH Dr. Chandler Hoffner has joined the staff at Horbach Chiropractic in Trevor. Dr. Hoffner is a Michigan native and a graduate of Central Michigan University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Science in 2010. He went on to receive his […]
County treasurer advises USPS policy change on postmarks may affect tax payments
From Kenosha County Treasurer’s Office: Kenosha County Treasurer Teri Jacobson is encouraging residents who pay their property tax bills by mail to be aware of a recent U.S. Postal Service policy change that may affect when envelopes are postmarked. In August 2025, the Postal Service instituted a nationwide change as to when a postmark is […]
A word from our sponsors: Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Association’s 2025 Trees on Parade is Dec. 5 & 6; tree lighting Dec. 6
Note: The following is a paid announcement from Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Association — DH Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Association’s Trees on Parade is back and more magical than ever! The theme this year is “Christmas Around The World”! Join us December 5–6, 2025 at St. John’s Community Center in Twin Lakes for two days of […]
Christ Lutheran Church to host free Christmas concert on Dec. 6
Christ Lutheran Church will host a free Christmas concert Saturday, Dec. 6 at 6 p.m., featuring Riverport Chorus, Alleluia Bell Choir and Common Thread, Christ Lutheran Church is located at 24929 75th St., Paddock Lake. ShareTweet0 Shares
Units responding for investigation in Silver Lake
At about 5:52 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units are responding to the 400 block of East Northwater St in Silver Lake. Per dispatch: Smell of gas reported in area. ShareTweet0 Shares
Units responding for fire in Paddock Lake
At about 5:25 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue and Bristol Fire and Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a fire at a business in the 24300 block of Highway 50 (75th Street) in Paddock Lake. Per dispatch: Vehicle on fire within one foot of building. Deputies evacuating building. UPDATE about 5:31 p.m. — Salem […]
Deaths Dec. 12, 2025: Evelyn Laverne Swanson
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2025 Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue Santa visit is Dec. 6
Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue will be hosting Santa at the fire station Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Santa will be available for photos at the station. Hot dogs, cookies and drinks will be available. Make sure you bring your own camera or phone to take a snapshot of the kids […]
Units responding for crash on I-94
At about 2:17 p.m., Bristol 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 possible crash in the 12200 block of the northbound lanes of I-94. UPDATE about 2:19 p.m. — State patrol reports scene is on frontage road. UPDATE […]
Units responding for investigation in Bristol
At about 7:10 a.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding for an investigation at a business in the 19200 block of 83rd Street in Bristol. UPDATE 7:20 a.m. — Bristol command confirms amonia leak. Box alarm activated with additional departments now to respond. ShareTweet0 Shares
A word from our sponsors: Union Grove Methodist Church to host Christmas Open House Dec. 6
Note: This is a paid announcement from Union Grove Methodist Church — DH Union Grove Methodist Church will host a Christmas Open House on Dec. 6. Doors open at 6 p.m. with free admission, free hot dogs, free popcorn and free beverages. Entertainment will be provided by Union Grove High School Carolers and Jazz Band, […]
Deaths Dec. 3, 2025: Deborah A. Boyd, Margaret A Pleuger
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Bitter wind chills in forecast
It’s going to get cold in Western Kenosha County over the next couple of days. The National Weather Service is forecast for “bitter wind chills” of -10 to -15 in the early hours of Thursday morning, approximately between 2 and 9 a.m. Even Thursday’s high temperature is expected to reach just 14. Our next shot […]
A word from our sponsors: Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Association’s 2025 Trees on Parade is Dec. 5 & 6
Note: The following is a paid announcement from Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Association — DH Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Association’s Trees on Parade is back and more magical than ever! The theme this year is “Christmas Around The World”! Join us December 5–6, 2025 at St. John’s Community Center in Twin Lakes for two days of […]
Growing with Bristol 2025 Light Parade and Tree Lighting Dec. 6
Growing with Bristol’s sixth annual Light Parade and Tree Lighting will take place on Saturday, Dec. 6. The parade starts at 4:30 p.m. and includes a special appearance by Santa. The parade route is: 81st Street, turning right onto 198th 198th Avenue left to 80th Street 80th Street left to 199th Ave (sensory-sensitive area; no […]
A word from our sponsors: Westosha Sports Complex Holiday Break Baseball Camp
Note: The following is a paid advertisement from Westosha Sports Complex — DH Join us for this year’s Holiday Break Baseball Camp at Westosha Sports Complex! Key Focus Points: Hitting drills that will have you knocking it out of the park! Pitching fundamentals to perfect your game on the mound Proper warm-up routines to stay […]
