From the Kenosha County Elected Officials office: The Elected Officials’ Satellite Office at the Kenosha County Center in Bristol will be closed the week of Feb. 23, due to a temporary staffing shortage. Services offered by the offices of the County Clerk, Treasurer, and Register of Deeds will remain available at their respective main offices […]
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County to be performing controlled burns at Wilmot gravel pit
From the Kenosha County Division of Highways: The Kenosha County Division of Highways wishes to notify residents in the area of the county-owned gravel pit in Wilmot that a controlled burn will take place at various times throughout the month of February. This burning of brush on the property will be conducted as weather permits, […]
County offering $5 radon test through January 2026
From the Kenosha County Division of Public Health: Kenosha County Public Health is offering $5 radon test kits throughout January — Radon Action Month — to anyone who donates a nonperishable food item. There is a limit of one kit per person. All donations will go to local food pantries. Radon is an odorless, radioactive […]
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 […]
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 […]
Richard Ferrari Traner appointed director of Kenosha County Division of Public Health & health officer
From the Kenosha County Executive’s Office: County Executive Samantha Kerkman (Wednesday) announced the appointment of Richard Ferrari Traner to serve as Director of the Kenosha County Division of Public Health and the county’s Health Officer. Ferrari Traner comes to Kenosha County from the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families, where he worked roughly four years […]
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 […]
Kenosha County sites to host Drug Take Back Day on Oct. 25
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 […]
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 […]
Highway F set to close in Randall
From the Kenosha County Division of Highways: A portion of Highway F in the Town of Randall is scheduled to be closed for a culvert replacement on Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 23 and 24. This includes the section of Highway F between Highway JI (328th Avenue and Highway FR (312th Avenue). Local access will remain. […]
County hosting Sept. 6 event to provide training on emergency preparedness
From the Kenosha County Division of Public Health: An event offering education on lifesaving skills and the building of a first aid kit will be held this Saturday, Sept. 6, at the Kenosha County Center in Bristol. Kenosha County Public Health and the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Division of Emergency Management are offering this resource as […]
Kenosha County Health Officer resigns; search underway for replacement
From the Kenosha County Department of Human Services: Kenosha County Health Officer Lori Plahmer has resigned from her position and a search for her successor is now underway, County Executive Samantha Kerkman announced (Tuesday). Plahmer, whose resignation was effective Monday, had served as Public Health Director and Health Officer since January 2024 after working in […]
Kenosha County Housing Task Force meets on local initiatives
From Kenosha County: Members of the Kenosha County Housing Task Force met Tuesday for an update on the group’s ongoing work. Established by the Kenosha Area Business Alliance and Kenosha County in late 2024, the task force includes developers, municipal and nonprofit leaders, financing experts, real estate agents, large employers, and other community members interested […]
County hosts hazardous waste, e-waste drop off
From Kenosha County: Kenosha County held its annual household hazardous waste collection event at the County Center in Bristol on Saturday. Hundreds of vehicles streamed through the five-hour event, which offered residents an opportunity to safely dispose of household chemicals and electronic waste. The event is organized in partnership between the county and WM. It […]
Veterans celebrated at 2025 Kenosha County executive’s annual Veterans Appreciation Memorial Picnic.
From Kenosha County: All veterans were celebrated — and one received a special honor — on Friday, at County Executive Samantha Kerkman’s annual Veterans Appreciation Memorial Picnic. The event, now in its third year, again featured a free lunch served courtesy of Mission BBQ, resource tables with information about county and VA services, and an […]
County residents can participate in Community Health Assessment survey
From the Kenosha Cunty Department of Human Services: A state-mandated assessment of Kenosha County’s overall community health is now underway, and residents are encouraged to take an online assessment to help inform the process, Health Officer Lori Plahmer announced. The Community Health Assessment survey is conducted every three years, with the goal of providing an […]
Kenosha County’s 2025 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event will be May 31
From the Kenosha County Executive’s Office: Kenosha County’s annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event will be held Saturday, May 31, County Executive Samantha Kerkman has announced. Everyone who lives in Kenosha County — the city, towns and villages — can dispose of their household hazardous waste, e-waste and refrigerant waste by bringing their items to […]
2025 Kenosha County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event is May 31
From the Kenosha County Executive’s Office: Kenosha County’s annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event will be held Saturday, May 31, County Executive Samantha Kerkman announced. Everyone who lives in Kenosha County — the city, towns and villages — can dispose of their household hazardous waste, e-waste and refrigerant waste by bringing their items to the […]
County launches adopt-a-highway program for county highways
The following from the Kenosha County Executive’s Office: Kenosha County celebrated Earth Day Tuesday with the launch of a new Adopt-A-Highway program. Kenosha County Adopt-A-Highway is the county’s equivalent to the State of Wisconsin’s long-running program, which gives organizations and individuals the opportunity to serve the community by removing debris and litter alongside roadways. County […]
Kenosha County National Drug Take Back Day collection events set for April 26
From the Kenosha County Department of Human Services: National Drug Take Back Day collection events will be held at six locations in Kenosha County on Saturday, April 26, County Executive Samantha Kerkman announced. The events will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at these sites: • The Kenosha County Center at Highways 45 […]
No measles cases in Kenosha County at this time, says health officer
Kenosha County Health Officer Lori Plahmer Thursday released the following statement regarding measles presence and prevention: Kenosha County Public Health is aware of a recent situation in which an individual in the community was believed to have measles. After being medically evaluated, it was determined not to be measles. At this time, there are no […]
County executive calls for inaugural Kenosha County Veteran of the Year Award nominations
From Kenosha County Executive’s Office: County Executive Samantha Kerkman … announced the establishment of a new award honoring outstanding veterans in Kenosha County. The Kenosha County Veteran of the Year Award seeks to honor veterans for their achievements and contributions after their time in service. This year’s award will be presented at Kerkman’s annual Veterans […]
Findings report provides roadmap for efforts to combat opioid crisis in Kenosha County
From the Kenosha County Executive’s Office: A new report offers the findings of a research project that Kenosha County commissioned as part of ongoing efforts to combat opioid misuse, addiction and overdoses in the community. The county’s Division of Behavioral Health Services, on behalf of the Opioid Settlement Advisory Panel that County Executive Samantha Kerkman […]
Special Event Passport Day to be held March 22 at Kenosha County Center
From the Office of the Kenosha County Clerk: Kenosha County Clerk Regi Waligora is pleased to announce her office will be holding a Special Event Passport Day on Saturday, March 22, at the Kenosha County Center in Bristol. U.S. citizens planning international travel may apply for their passport from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., with […]
Kenosha County “Human Services on the Go” to visit Twin Lakes, Salem Lakes
From the Kenosha County Executive’s Office: “Human Services on the Go” events will bring a variety of county government services and resources to residents of western Kenosha County later this month, County Executive Samantha Kerkman announced. These pop-up events will be held March 18 at the Twin Lakes Community Library, 110 S. Lake Ave., and […]
Controlled burns to take place in March at county-owned gravel pit near Wilmot
From the Kenosha County Division of Highways: The Kenosha County Division of Highways wishes to notify residents in the area of the county-owned gravel pit in Wilmot that a controlled burn will take place at various times throughout the month of March. This burning of brush on the property will be conducted as weather permits, […]
Local groundhog Bristol Bob makes his 2025 forecast
From Kenosha County Parks: Move over, Punxsutawney Phil — Kenosha County’s resident groundhog forecaster has a more optimistic outlook. Hours after Pennsylvania’s famed Phil emerged to see his shadow on Sunday, Bristol Bob made his annual appearance at the Pringle Nature Center in Bristol Woods Park. And there was nary a shadow to be found. […]
County reminds to not deposit snow on county highways
A reminder from the Kenosha County Division of HIghways: The Kenosha County Division of Highways is reminding people not to deposit snow and ice from driveways onto roadways and highway shoulders, and to use extra caution when driving near snowplows. Doing so is both dangerous and illegal, Highway Director Greg Boldt noted. Wisconsin Statute 346.94(5), “Rules […]
Clerk of Courts warns of jury duty phone scam
From the Kenosha County Clerk of Courts Office: Kenosha County Clerk of Courts Rebecca Matoska-Mentink is warning of a telephone scam that is again making the rounds locally. Matoska-Mentink said her office has received several contacts recently from people reporting they were called and told they had failed to report for jury service, that there […]
County offering $5 radon test kits in January
From Kenosha County Public Health: Kenosha County Public Health is offering $5 radon test kits throughout January — Radon Action Month — to anyone who donates a nonperishable food item. There is a limit of one kit per person. All donations will go to local food pantries. Radon is an odorless, radioactive gas that is […]
