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 […]
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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 […]
County clerk explains process for tracking ballots at MyVote
Note: Kenosha County Clerk Regi Waligora issued the following message regarding the tracking of Nov. 5, 2024, election ballots in the state’s MyVote system: Having difficulty tracking your ballot in MyVote now that the election is over? There is a reason for this. Honestly, it happens after every election, but most are not aware or […]
Council of Governments meets in Twin Lakes
From Kenosha County government: Officials from across Kenosha County gathered at the Twin Lakes Community Center on Saturday for the county’s twice-yearly Council of Governments meeting. The event is an opportunity for leaders from municipalities, the county and the state to share information about the issues facing their communities. Saturday’s meeting also included a presentation […]
Sept. 26 public meeting to focus on Kenosha County highway crash reduction plan
From Kenosha County Department of Public Works and Development Services: The second of two public information meetings will be held Thursday, Sept. 26, to gather input for a plan that Kenosha County is creating with the goal of eliminating serious crashes on county roadways. A Comprehensive Safety Action Plan Committee made up of representatives of […]
Twin Lakes to request Highway O traffic study
The Twin Lakes Village Board is in favor of a traffic study on a portion of Highway O that could lead to the the speed limit being lowered there. The study would be conducted by Kenosha County, which sets the speed limit on the road since it is a county highway. Village administrator Laura Jager […]
Kenosha County Board committee meetings now available through livestream
From the Kenosha County Board of Supervisors: Live video streams of Kenosha County Board committee meetings are now available through the county’s YouTube channel, County Board Chairman Monica M. Yuhas announced Friday (July 19). “This initiative aims to enhance transparency and accessibility for residents who are unable to attend meetings in person,” Yuhas said. While […]
County household hazardous waste collection event is June 1
From the Office of the Kenosha County Executive: This year’s Kenosha County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event will be held Saturday, June 1, Kenosha County Executive Samantha Kerkman announced. “This program is an excellent opportunity for Kenosha County residents to dispose of various household items in an environmentally way, at no cost to the public,” […]
Kenosha County 2024 Veterans Appreciation Summer Picnic is May 31
From the Kenosha County Executive’s Office: County Executive Samantha Kerkman is inviting local veterans and their families to the second-annual Veterans Appreciation Summer Picnic, to be held at noon Friday, May 31 at the Kenosha County Veterans Memorial Park. Admission is free, and lunch will be served courtesy of MISSION BBQ in Kenosha. Free roundtrip […]
Highway Q to close for resurfacing
From the county Division of Highways: A resurfacing project on Kenosha County Highway Q in the Village of Bristol is set to begin Tuesday, May 21, and will involve daily closures to through traffic. The work area includes the portion of Highway Q (104th Street/Winfield Road) between highways U (136th Avenue) and 45 (Bristol Road). […]
Highway J in Brighton to close for resurfacing
From the Kenosha County Division of Highways: Kenosha County Highway J (312th Avenue) between highways JB (31st Street) and 142 (Burlington Road) in the Town of Brighton is scheduled to be closed for approximately one to two weeks beginning Monday, May 6. This is to allow for asphalt milling and resurfacing on Highway J. Drivers […]
Highways V and MB to close for roadwork
From the Kenosha County Division of Highways: Two county trunk highways in the villages of Bristol and Salem Lakes will have closures for roadwork during the week of April 15. — Highway V (224th Avenue) between highways C (Wilmot Road) and JS (107th Street) is scheduled to be closed from 7 a.m. to about 3 […]
Saturdays in the Park with Sam at Veterans Memorial Park April 13
From the Office of the County Executive: Kenosha County Executive Samantha Kerkman will host a Saturdays in the Park with Sam community outreach event from 10 to 11 a.m. this Saturday, April 13, at the Kenosha County Veterans Memorial Park. This informal office hours event is being held in conjunction with a Kenosha County 4-H […]
Highway Q to close for culvert work
From the Kenosha County Division of Highways: In preparation for an upcoming resurfacing project, sections of Kenosha County Highway Q (104th Street/Winfield Road) in Bristol are set to be closed to through traffic during the during the upcoming weeks for the installation of new drainage culverts. These daily closures are to occur from 6 a.m. […]
