Paddock Lake residents, stop procrastinating on those holiday decorations! The village of Paddock Lake is having a 2025 Holiday Decorating Contest. Judging of holiday displays throughout the village will take place Dec. 20. Make sure you have your lights and decorations on that day from 6 to 9 p.m. to be considered. Winners will receive […]
Posts from ‘December, 2025’
Deaths Dec. 9, 2025: Jerry D. Schutz
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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 […]
Highway X to close for repair
From the Kenosha County Division of Highways: Kenosha County Highway X (240th Avenue) is scheduled to be closed between 18th Street and Highway JB (31st Street) in the Town of Brighton for a culvert replacement project. The closure is scheduled to begin Wednesday, Dec. 10, continuing through Dec. 29. Drivers are encouraged to use Highway […]
Units responding for crash in Bristol
At about 7:10 a.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash in the 19200 block of Highway C in Bristol. Per dispatch: Four vehicles may be involved. Injuries unknown. UPDATE 7:15 a.m. — Deputies shutting down westbound Highway C traffic at Highway D. ShareTweet0 Shares
Warmer temps, variable precipitation in forecast; single digit temps for weekend
Western Kenosha County is expected to see some warmer temperatures and precipitation from snow to rain and combinations of the two over the next couple of days. High temperatures should be 32 Tuesday and Wednesday, says the latest, local National Weather Service forecast. Also expected are periods of snow and rain/snow, especially overnight Tuesday. New […]
Agenda: Westosha Central High School District board meeting Dec. 9, 2025
The Westosha Central High School District board is scheduled to meet Tuesday in the Upper Commons at the school. The board will meet in executive session at 4:40 p.m. in the pincipal’s conference room. The regular bopard meeting is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. Agenda items include: Motion to move to contemplated closed session […]
A word from our sponsors: 2025 St. Alphonsus Cookie Walk is Dec. 13
Note: The following is a paid announcement — DH St. Alphonsus Parish is once again hosting its “Cookie Walk”. Thousands of delicious homemade Christmas cookies will be sold at this event. The Cookie Walk will take place on Saturday, Dec. 13 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm (or until sold out). The event will take […]
Agenda: Twin Lakes #4 School District (Lakewood School) board meeting Dec. 8, 2025
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
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
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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 […]
