Posts from ‘March, 2026’

UPDATE: Suspect in custody in Twin Lakes fatal shooting

Twin Lakes Police have arrested a suspect in a shooting in the village this morning. From a Twin Lakes Police Department news release: ShareTweet0 Shares

Spring election 2026: Trevor-Wilmot Consolidated Grade School District referendum Q&A

Voters in the Trevor-Wilmot Consolidated Grade School District will be able to vote on a operating referendum in the April 7 election. We sent a questionnaire to district officials. Following are the responses from Tracy Donich, district administrator. What is being sought with your district’s referendum?  Donich: We are seeking to replace expiring funding and increase […]

Units responding for shooting

Just after 9 am, Twin Lakes responded the report of a woman shot in the 1600 block of Wilmot Avenue. After staging, Twin transported the patient to Froedtert South. Twin Lakes did take a subject into custody. Twin Lakes Police and Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office are investigating. ShareTweet0 Shares

Sponsored post: Froedtert South Medical Group Welcomes Dr. Ali Habeeb

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Deaths March 22, 2026: Joyce Elaine Fiegel

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Units responding for supervisory alarm

4:36 pm Salem Lakes Fire and Rescue is responding for a supervisory alarm at 22500 block of 85th Place. They have requested We energies. ShareTweet0 Shares

Units responding for an accident

At 1:14 pm Kenosha Sheriff’s Office came across an accident on the west Frontage Road and Highway K. Two vehicles, occupants reporting injuries. ShareTweet0 Shares

Spring election 2026: Twin Lakes #4 School District (Lakewood School) referendum Q&A

Voters in Twin Lakes #4 School District (Lakewood School) will be able to vote in a referendum in the April 7 election. We sent a questionnaire to district officials. Following are the responses from Bob Antholine, District Administrator Twin Lakes #4 (and Randalll J1). What is being sought with your district’s referendum? The Board is asking […]

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 […]

Deaths March 21, 2026: Richard R. Witt

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Bristol Fire responding mutual aid

At 3:50 pm a Bristol truck and fire Chief are responding for a working still alarm to Pleasant Prairie for a possible structure fire at Westwood Estates on 88th Avenue. Initial reports states heavy smoke coming from a garage. 4:16 pm Paris Fire has been requested for a rescue squad for change of quarters, Station […]

Spring election 2026: Wheatland J1 School District referendum Q&A

Voters in the Wheatland J1 School District will be able to vote on a operating referendum in the spring election on April 7. We sent a questionnaire to district officials. Following are the responses from Martin McGinley, district administrator. What is being sought with your district’s referendum?  McGinley: The Wheatland J1 School District is asking for […]

Units responding for accident on I-94

At 10:53 am Bristol, Pleasant Prairie, and Newport are en route to a multi vehicle accident in the 9000 block of I-94. One of the vehicles is a bus. At 10:58 am they received a separate rescue call for a cardiac issue. Bristol requested Antioch for that call. 11:01 Kenosha responded to the 9400 block […]

Bristol responding for injury call

Bristol Fire and Rescue are responding for a rescue call on 116th St for a head injury. They requested Flight For Life. The patient will be transported by the helicopter from the landing zone at Highways 45 and 50. ShareTweet0 Shares

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 […]

Fair*A*Palozza is March 22

Fair-A-Palooza, a fundraiser sponsored by the Kenosha County Friends of the Fair Foundation, will take place Sunday, March 22 at The Parkway Chateau. Among the fun for all ages activities include: Family-Friendly Games & Activities – including a Ferris Wheel, free face painter, and live performance by The Milwaukee Flyers (Flyers @ 2:30 p.m.)! Classic […]

A word from our sponsors: Kenosha County Durable Medical Equipment Loan and Supply Closet in need

Note: The following is a paid announcement from Aging and Disability Resource Center of Kenosha County — 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 incontinence products for older adults and adults with disabilities. Individuals who are not […]

Westosha-Salem Kiwanis Club Easter Egg Hunt Extravaganza March 29 at Kenosha County Fairgrounds

An Easter Egg Hunt Extravaganza hosted by the Westosha-Salem Kiwanis Club and partnered with the Kenosha County Fair Association will take place Sunday, March 29 at the fairgrounds in Wilmot. This event is free. The event will include egg hunts divided by the following age groups starting at 1 p.m.: 2-3 years old 4-5 years […]

Chris Serak resigns from Wheatland J1 School District board; replacement process to come

A long-time member of the Wheatland J1 School District has resigned. Chris Serak is leaving the board on which he served for 19 years. Here is a news release from the district issued Thursday: At its March board meeting the Wheatland School Board discussed the incredible service and commitment from Board President Chris Serak. He […]

Deaths March 18, 2026: Michael J. Imburgia, John Bobula, Gary L. Overocker

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Westosha Central HS seeking applicants for board vacancy

The Westosha Central High School District board is seeking applicants to fil a vacancy on the board. Steve Richter recently resigned. He held the Bristol seat since 2013. Richter is the second resignation from the board this year. In January, Bonnie Felske resigned her at-large seat on the board. Jacob Biehn was appointed to fill […]

Deaths March 17, 2026: Barbara Ann Bolton

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Agenda: Salem Lakes Village Board meeting March 17, 2026

The Salem Lakes Village Board is scheduled to meet Tuesday, starting at 6 p.m. at Vilage Hall in Salem. This meeting also is live streamed and archived for later viewing here. Agenda items include: Ordinance 2026.03-120 – an Ordinance to Repeal and Recreate Chapter 108 entitled “Park Commission,” Section 108-1 Entitled “Creation, Membership, Terms of […]

Units responding for crash along Bristol-Kenosha border

At about 6:31 p.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue and Kenosha Fire Department units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash in the 14400 block of Highway 50. Per dispatch: Two vehicles involved, one in the roadside ditch. Injuries unknown. ShareTweet0 Shares

Kenosha County government buildings closed

From Kenosha County: Kenosha County government buildings are closed to the public today due to dangerous weather conditions. Many county services remain available online at https://www.kenoshacountywi.gov. Road conditions are hazardous throughout the county. Please travel only if absolutely necessary, and use great caution if you do. Stay safe out there! ShareTweet0 Shares

A word from our sponsors: GPS Family Chiropractic 3rd Annual Holi Celebration is April 4

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Public invited to open rehearsal on March 18 before Westosha Central HS band trip to Florida

The Westosha Central High School Band will be holding an open rehearsal on Tuesday, March 17 from 6:30-8 p.m. This will be the WCHS Band’s final rehearsal as they prepare for their upcoming trip to Florida. The public is invited to attend.  Please enter through the Commons doors to enter the auditorium.  The Westosha Central […]

Blizzard warning issued

The National Weather Service has now issued a blizzard warning for Kenosha County. The warning is set to be in effect until 4 p.m., Monday. From the warning text: Freezing rain and sleet mixed with snow will continue across the area for the next few hours before transitioning to snowfall. High rates up to 1″/hr […]

School closures for March 16, 2026

The nasty weather forecast is prompting area schools to announce closures for Monday. There will be no classes Monday at: Riverview School Bristol School Westosha Central High School Lakewood School Paris School Randall School Salem School Trevor-Wilmot Consolidated School Wilmot Union High School Westosha Head Start Brighton School District ShareTweet0 Shares

Deaths March 15, 2026: Sandra Nell Hanson, Jerald “Jerry” Wayne Jester, Gerald Leonard

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