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At about 2:17 p.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue, Pleasant Prairie Fire and Rescue and Newport Fire Protection District units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a report of a possible crash in the 12200 block of the northbound lanes of I-94.
UPDATE about 2:19 p.m. — State patrol reports scene is on frontage road.
UPDATE 2:23 p.m. — Dispatch reports State Patrol says no need for fire and rescue. All units returning to quarters. .
At about 7:10 a.m., Bristol Fire and Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding for an investigation at a business in the 19200 block of 83rd Street in Bristol.
UPDATE 7:20 a.m. — Bristol command confirms amonia leak. Box alarm activated with additional departments now to respond.
Note: This is a paid announcement from Union Grove Methodist Church — DH
Union Grove Methodist Church will host a Christmas Open House on Dec. 6.
Doors open at 6 p.m. with free admission, free hot dogs, free popcorn and free beverages.
Entertainment will be provided by Union Grove High School Carolers and Jazz Band, Shepherds College and our Christmas music.
This event will be family friendly with kids cookie decorating, games, movie and craft making.
There also will be silent and pie auctions.
Union Grove Methodist Church is located at 906 12th Ave., Union Grove.
This post sponsored by Westosha Floral.
The following deaths of local residents and those with local connections are being reported by funeral homes today. Click on name to see obituary/service information:
Continue reading →It’s going to get cold in Western Kenosha County over the next couple of days.
The National Weather Service is forecast for “bitter wind chills” of -10 to -15 in the early hours of Thursday morning, approximately between 2 and 9 a.m. Even Thursday’s high temperature is expected to reach just 14.
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 holiday cheer, community spirit, and family fun. With craft and retail vendors, a whimsical Tree Decorating Contest, music, carols, and even a visit from Santa himself, this is your one-stop celebration to kick off the season!
New this year — Decorate a 16” foam ornament or wooden star and we’ll hang it at the Tree Lighting on Dec. 6! 
It will be displayed at St. John’s Church during the event! Sign up here: https://forms.gle/HNedHZqN8T3kBUBN7
Admission is just $2 for adults and $1 for kids 3 & over — and includes entry into door prize drawings! Whether you’re shopping for the perfect gift, sipping hot cocoa, or singing along to your favorite carols, Trees on Parade is the ultimate small-town holiday tradition you don’t want to miss.
St. John’s Community Center, 701 N. Lake Ave., Twin Lakes, WI
Friday, Dec. 5 | 4:00–8:00 PM
Saturday, Dec. 6 | 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Growing with Bristol’s sixth annual Light Parade and Tree Lighting will take place on Saturday, Dec. 6.
The parade starts at 4:30 p.m. and includes a special appearance by Santa. The parade route is:
The tree lighting will follow the parade at Hansen Park. The night will end with fireworks.
Children can bring their letter to Santa to put in the magic mailbox. Make sure to include a return address. Free hot cocoa, cookies and s’mores while supplies last.
Note: The following is a paid advertisement from Westosha Sports Complex — DH
Join us for this year’s Holiday Break Baseball Camp at Westosha Sports Complex!
Key Focus Points:
Camp Dates: Dec 22nd, 23rd, & 26th
Location: Westosha Sports Complex
Cost: $150 per Participant
AGE GROUPS/TIMES:
7yr-9yr GROUP STARTS (9:00AM-10:30AM). SIGN UP HERE
10yr-13yr GROUP STARTS (10:30AM-12:00PM). SIGN UP HERE
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The following deaths of local residents and those with local connections are being reported by funeral homes today. Click on name to see obituary/service information:
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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 place at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church’s Biersack Center, 6211 344th Avenue in New Munster, WI.
“This fundraiser is a great start to the holiday season. Save time by purchasing a wide variety of homemade cookies at the Cookie Walk. No one will know you didn’t bake the cookies yourself,” states Joanne Ross, event coordinator.
Cookies will be sold for $14 per pound. If you have any questions or would like to pre-order cookies, please contact Pat Vos at 262.210.8482.
At about 5:52 a.m., sheriff’s deputies are responding to a possible crash at Highways 45 and C in Bristol.
Per dispatch: One car off the road. Unknown if this this is a crash or if there are injuries.
At about 8:42 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding for a crash in the 26900 block of Highway 50 in Salem Lakes.
Per dispatch: One rolled-over vehicle in westbound lanes.
Paddock Lake’s 12th annual Lighted Holiday Parade will be on Dec. 6, starting at 4 p.m.
This year’s theme is Island of Misfit Toys.
The parade will start at McAlonan Park and arrive at Village Hall. The parade will feature decorated floats and Santa.
The parade route will follow the same route as the bike parade, approximately north from the park on 248th Avenue, east on 61st Street and then south on 236th Avenue to Village Hall.
Lineup for parade participants starts at 3:30 p.m. at McAlonan Park. There will be a prize for best float and best decorated golf cart.
Afterwards, there will be cookies and milk at Village Hall. For the children, Santa will pose for pictures at Village Hall; bring your own camera.
Any resident interested in participating or volunteering their talents and time may contact the village at 262-843-2713.
This post sponsored by Westosha Floral.
The following deaths of local residents and those with local connections are being reported by funeral homes today. Click on name to see obituary/service information:
Continue reading →Note: This is a paid announcement from Union Grove Methodist Church — DH
Union Grove Methodist Church will host a Christmas Open House on Dec. 6.
Doors open at 6 p.m. with free admission, free hot dogs, free popcorn and free beverages.
Entertainment will be provided by Union Grove High School Carolers and Jazz Band, Shepherds College and our Christmas music.
This event will be family friendly with kids cookie decorating, games, movie and craft making.
There also will be silent and pie auctions.
Union Grove Methodist Church is located at 906 12th Ave., Union Grove.
The Twin Lakes Village Board is scheduled to hold a committee of the whole meeting Monday, starting at 6:30 p.m. at Village Hall.
Agenda items include:
We measured a solid 11 inches at WOTI’s Paddock Lake HQ of total accumulation for this weekend’ snow storm.
We took that measurement about 11:30 a.m., Sunday.
At about 5:50 p.m., Wheatland Vol Fire Department, Town of Randall Fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding to a crash at Highway 50 and 400th Avenue in Slades Corners.
Per dispatch: Injuries being reported.
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 holiday cheer, community spirit, and family fun. With craft and retail vendors, a whimsical Tree Decorating Contest, music, carols, and even a visit from Santa himself, this is your one-stop celebration to kick off the season!
New this year — Decorate a 16” foam ornament or wooden star and we’ll hang it at the Tree Lighting on Dec. 6! It will be displayed at St. John’s Church during the event! Sign up here: https://forms.gle/HNedHZqN8T3kBUBN7
Admission is just $2 for adults and $1 for kids 3 & over — and includes entry into door prize drawings! Whether you’re shopping for the perfect gift, sipping hot cocoa, or singing along to your favorite carols, Trees on Parade is the ultimate small-town holiday tradition you don’t want to miss.
St. John’s Community Center, 701 N. Lake Ave., Twin Lakes, WI
Friday, Dec. 5 | 4:00–8:00 PM
Saturday, Dec. 6 | 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
The Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Assoc. 2025 Mistletoe on Main Street took place Saturday in downtown Twin Lakes.
Yes, there was a snow storm going on, but some vendors and shoppers prevailed to make a day of shopping and strolling.
Here are some photos from the event:
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We have received about 8 inches of snow on the ground at WOTI headquarters in Paddock Lake as of 6:30 p.m., Saturday.
That puts us at the higher end of the forecasted range of accumulation for the storm in which snow began in the wee hours of Saturday morning.
A winter storm warning remains in effect until 6 a.m., Sunday.
At about 7:11 p.m., Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue, Town of Randall Fire Department, Wheatland Vol. Fire Department and Richmond (Ill.,) Fire Department units and Twin Lakes Police officers are responding to a fire in the 1200 block of Main Street in Twin Lakes.
Per dispatch: This is being reported as a possible chimney fire.
UPDATE 7:19 p.m. — Dispatch reports that police officer on the scene reports no signs of smoke or fire from chimney from exterior.
From the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office (Note: westofthei.com does not include names of individuals connected with charges until they have been formally charged — DH):
The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a serious crash that occurred on Friday, November 28th, 2025, at approximately 8:39 PM in the 34500 block of Basset Road.
According to initial reports, a 40-year-old woman was driving eastbound in a 2025 Nissan Rogue when her vehicle collided head-on with a large piece of farm equipment—a John Deere grain drill—being towed by a 43-year-old man driving a 2011 Ford F-350. The woman was ejected during the crash. Flight for Life transported her to Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee, where she remains in critical condition.
The driver of the truck is cooperating with investigators. He was taken for a legal blood draw as part of standard procedure in serious crashes. At this stage, alcohol does not appear to have been a contributing factor.
Because of the severity of the crash, the Kenosha County Major Crash Assistance Team (MCAT) responded to conduct a detailed reconstruction. While the team was working, a Deputy launched a drone to capture aerial images of the scene, with a second deputy serving as a spotter—a routine safety measure during drone operations.
During this time, a nearby resident began shining a flashlight toward the drone and at deputies. According to investigators, the man was given multiple commands to stop and was told several times to return inside his residence. He refused to comply and began yelling at deputies. His behavior led deputies to believe he was intoxicated.
When deputies attempted to address the disturbance, the man continued advancing toward them and actively resisted attempts to detain him. During the incident, the drone operator was forced to divert attention, causing the drone to collide with nearby trees and crash.
The man was arrested and is facing charges of Resisting and Obstructing, Disorderly Conduct, and Criminal Damage to Property.
The names of the drivers involved in the primary crash are not being released at this time due to the ongoing investigation.
Sheriff David Zoerner issued the following statement:
“This was a very serious crash, and our investigators are working to determine exactly what led to it. Interfering with first responders during an active investigation creates unnecessary risks for everyone involved, and it will not be tolerated. Our priority is the safety of the community and the thorough completion of every investigation we conduct.”
No additional details are being released at this time.
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The following deaths of local residents and those with local connections are being reported by funeral homes today. Click on name to see obituary/service information:
Continue reading →At about 8:41 p.m., Town of Randall Fire Department, Wheatland Vol Fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue units are responding to a report of a crash in the 34500 block of Bassett Road in Bassett.
Per dispatch: Vehicle off road. Injuries being g reported.
UPDATE 9:10 p.m. — Response from Flight for Life medical transport helicopter underway.
Note: The following is a paid announcement from the Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Association — DH
Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Association Mistletoe on Main Street is Nov. 29.
Sip, Shop & Stroll!
Join us for Mistletoe on Main, a festive holiday market happening on Small Business Saturday this November in downtown Twin Lakes!
Stroll Main Street and enjoy a magical mix of shopping, food, drinks, and holiday cheer while supporting local businesses. Best of all, it’s completely free for vendors and small businesses to set up a table, making this a true community celebration of shopping small and local.
Here’s a rundown of the day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in downtown Twin Lakes:
Whether you’re looking for unique gifts, tasty bites, or a cozy place to gather with friends and neighbors, Mistletoe on Main is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for a Kenosha County.
The warning is set to be in effect from 3 a.m., Saturday until 6 a.m., Sunday.
The latest, local NWS forecast says we could get from 6 to 10 inches of snow during that period.
Chance of snow for Saturday and Saturday night is 100 percent.
The high temperature Saturday will be 31 with a low of 26. Wind is expected to be more moderate Saturday than we have seen lately, from 5 to 10 mph from the southeast.
The big snow rumors are now confirmed.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch that includes Kenosha County.
The watch is set to be in effect starting at midnight Saturday, continuing all day Saturday and ending at 6 a.m., Sunday. The latest, local NWS forecast is calling from 7 to 12 inches of snow during that period.
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This post sponsored by Westosha Floral.
The following deaths of local residents and those with local connections are being reported by funeral homes today. Click on name to see obituary/service information:
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