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A life-long collector

Saturday morning the yard of of the late John Davidson was covered with the material he had spent a lifetime collecting. Many pieces were over 100 years old. He was also on the show “American Pickers” with his collection. John Davidson passed away July 18, 2023. The material was auctioned off. The hit and miss […]

Remembering Paul “Buddy” L. Pfenninger at Town of Randall Fire Department

Friends and family gathered to remember Paul “Buddy” L. Pfenninger Saturday afternoon at Randall Fire Station #2 in Bassett. Buddy was a founding member of the Randall Fire Department in 1984. In 2013 he was promoted to Station 1 Battalion Chief. A short ceremony was held by Randall Fire. ShareTweet0 Shares

Med call in the marsh

Saturday afternoon Randall Fire and Twin Lakes Rescue were called for a man ill and lost in the New Munster Wildlife Area. Kenosha Sheriff, Wheatland and State Patrol helped to find him in the over 1,000 acres as quickly as possible. Twin Lakes ATV brought the patient to the rescue squad. He was initially found […]

Local fire department responding for mutual aid along I-94

At about 10:27 a.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue is responding to the northbound lanes of I-94 just south of the state line for mutual aid to Newport Fire Protection District. Per dispatch: This is for a vehicle fire. ShareTweet0 Shares

Wheatland officials discuss EMS plan

A proposal to help fund Twin Lakes Rescue 24-hour staff was discussed by the Wheatland Town Board this week. In late, August, Twin Lakes, Randall and Wheatland opened talks on how to create and fund full-time EMTs to cover those three municipalities on a 24-hour schedule.  Currently Twin Lakes Rescue, a separate entity from the […]

Deaths Sept. 29, 2023: Mark Christopher Basil

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Units responding for crash in Trevor

At about 5:04 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a crash at Highways 83 and C in Trevor. Per dispatch: Two vehicles involved, one partially blocking traffic. Injuries being reported. ShareTweet0 Shares

Work at Highway 83 and Highway AH causing traffic backups

At about 3:50 p.m., I received word from a reader on the scene that road work at Highways AH and 83 is causing traffic headaches. That situation is likely aggravated by dismissal at Salem School, which is at the intersection. ShareTweet0 Shares

Units responding for gas leak in Twin Lakes

At about 12:52 p.m., Twin Lakes Fire Department units and Twin Lakes Police officers are responding to the 1200 block of West Main Street in Twin Lakes. Per dispatch: Gas line leak being reported. ShareTweet0 Shares

Return to summer temps seen for weekend

Temperatures more reminiscent of summer than early fall are in the latest, local National Weather Service forecast. Temperatures around 80 are expected for Saturday, Sunday, Munday and Tuesday. The real change of pace may be in that all of those days also are expected to be sunny with no forecast chance of rain until Wednesday. […]

Deaths Sept. 28, 2023: Shirley Mae Gerken

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Units responding for alarm in Bristol

At about 11:39 a.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue units are responding for an alarm in the 10300 block of 140th Avenue in Bristol. Per dispatch: This came from a warehouse pull station at a business. ShareTweet0 Shares

Garage sales page updated

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A word from our sponsors: Now is the time to visit Hafs Road Orchard

Note: This is a paid announcement from Hafs Road Orchard — DH Fall is the time to visit Hafs Road Orchard. 2023 marks owners Richard and Deborah Polansky’s 42nd year of growing apples at Hafs Road Orchard. The orchard store is bursting with fresh apples for eating, cakes, pies, apple sauce, salads and crisps. Starting in […]

Salem Lakes brings back former clerk in new post, says farewell to attorney

The Salem Lakes Village Board recently said hello to a familiar face and farewell to another. At a special meeting Sept. 19, the board created the position of chief deputy clerk and appointed Shannon Hahn to the post. Hahn previously worked for the village, including as village clerk from July 2019 to Feb. 2023. The […]

Deaths Sept. 27, 2023: Brenda Sue Rizzo

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A word from our sponsors: Hospice Alliance 2023 Serving Our Seniors Expo is Oct. 12

Note: The following is a paid announcement from Hospice Alliance — DH Hospice Alliance is hosting its 6th annual Serving Our Seniors Expo on Thursday, Oct. 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Gateway Technical College, Madrigrano Conference Center / Haribo Hall Admission, is free. This event will feature 55 exhibitors of healthcare and […]

Agenda: Wilmot Union High School District board meeting Sept. 27, 2023

The Wilmot Union High School District board is scheduled to hold a meeting Wednesday in the school library starting at 6 p.m. Agenda items include: COVID Return to School Plan Overnight Field Trips 2023-2024 Occupational Therapy Staffing 2024 Summer School Calendar 2023-2024 Preliminary Budget & Tax Levy The full agenda is available here. ShareTweet0 Shares

Deaths Sept. 26, 2023: Jeffrey Lee Tatge, David L. Renwick

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Agenda: Wheatland J1 School District annual and board meetings Sept. 27, 2023

Wheatland J1 School District will host its annual meeting and hold a board meeting on Wednesday in the Community Room at the school. The annual meeting and budget hearing will be held first, starting at 7 p.m. Agenda items include: Superintendent’s Report 2023-24 Budget Presentation Authorize School Based Tax Levy Authorize the School Board to […]

Guarded recovery expected for Twin Lakes PD K9 Jaxx after spinal cord injury

From the Twin Lakes Police Department Facebook page: Jaxx, whose handler with the department is Officer Jeffrey Comp, has been with the TLPD since 2021. ShareTweet0 Shares

2023 Western Kenosha County Historical Society Fall Fest coverage (PHOTOS & VIDEO)

Sunday afternoon, the Western Kenosha County Historical Society held their annual Fall Fest at Miller Park, 25905 114th St. Trevor. People could visit the various displays or activities for free. Kids could paints pumpkins or visit the hit and miss engines. Kids or adults could try to shell corn and grind it up into cornmeal. […]

Agenda: Paris Town Board special and regular meetings Sept. 26, 2023

The Paris Town Board is scheduled to hold a special board meeting and a regular board meeting on Tuesday at Town Hall. The special board meeting is scheduled first, starting at 5:30 p.m. The agenda calls for it to be largely a closed session for: The draft Master Agreement with Midwest Fiber Networks. Strategy to […]

Agenda: Trevor-Wilmot Consolidated Grade School District board meeting Sept. 26, 2023

The Trevor-Wilmot Consolidated Grade School District board is scheduled to hold a meeting Tuesday, starting at 6:30 p.m. in the school library. Agenda items include: SOS Program Band Trip – Maddie Weirick 2022-23 Year-End Results 2023-24 Budget Update / Budget Development The full agenda is available here. ShareTweet0 Shares

Units responding for fire in Twin Lakes

At about 8:09 a.m., Twin Lakes Fire Department units are responding to a report of a fire in the 300 block of Meadow Court in Twin Lakes. Per dispatch: This is being reported as a brush fire. ShareTweet0 Shares

A word from our sponsors: Wheatland Center School seeking custodian

Note: This is a paid announcement from Wheatland Center School — DH Wheatland Center School is seeking a custodian. The Custodian will provide custodial services ensuring an attractive, sanitary, and safe learning environment. In addition, the Custodian will perform a variety of special cleaning operations, assisting in preparing facilities for classroom activities and events, and […]

Agenda: Wheatland Town Board meeting Sept. 25, 2023

The Wheatland Town Board is scheduled to hold a meeting Monday, starting at 6 p.m. at Town Hall in New Munster. Agenda items include: Renewal of Kennel License for 2023/2024 for Steffen 5501 376th Ave. Discussion and possible purchase of speed trailers using grant funds. Discussion of Twin Lakes Rescue situation for 2025 and beyond. […]

Agenda: Salem Lakes Fire Commission meeting Sept. 25, 2023

The Salem Lakes Fire Commission si scheduled to hold a meeting Monday, starting at 5:30 p.m. at Village Hall in Salem. Agenda items include: Fire Commission members will attend a “Webinar for Fire Commissioners” that will be provided by the League of Municipalities on October 25th First set of Hearing Dates – they will commence October […]

Agenda: Bristol Village Board meeting Sept. 25, 2023

The Bristol Village Board is scheduled to hold a meeting Monday starting at 7 p.m. at Village Hall. Agenda items include: Discuss and consider for approval of provider for Assessment Services. Discuss and consider application of trail grant. The full agenda is available here. ShareTweet0 Shares

Agenda: Silver Lake-Salem Jt. 1 School District (Riverview School) board meeting Sept. 25, 2023

The Silver Lake-Salem Jt. 1 School District (Riverview School) board is scheduled to hold a meeting Monday, starting at 6 p.m. in the school library. Agenda items include: District Communications Focus Choir Instructor Back to School Night Survey Results Budget Implications of $11,000 Low Ceiling Revenue Limit for the District Approval of overnight Band Trip […]

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