A word from our sponsors: Paris seeking bids for lease of town-owned property

Note: This is a paid announcement from the town of Paris. — DH

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Deaths Dec. 9, 2024: Terry Elizabeth Mueller, Keith Niels Jensen

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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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A word from our sponsors: Sign up for 2024 Westosha Sports Complex holiday break baseball camp

Note: This is a paid announcement from Westosha Sports Complex — DH

Join us for this year’s holiday baseball camp at Westosha Sports Complex!

Key Focus Points:

  • Hitting drills that will have you knocking it out of the park!
  • Pitching fundamentals to perfect your game on the mound.
  • Proper warm-up routines to stay injury-free and at your best!
  • Fielding skills that will make you an infield and outfield star!
  • End of camp wiffle ball game

Camp Dates: Dec 23rd, 26th, and 27t.

Location: Westosha Sports Complex

Click here now to sign up

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Agenda: Bristol Village Board meeting Dec. 9, 2024

The Bristol Village Board is scheduled to meet Monday starting at 7 p.m. at Village Hall.

Agenda items include:

  • Discuss and consider for approval the updated Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan draft.
  • Consider for approval the following temporary Class B/Clas B retailer licenses for Waukegan Bowmen for various dates.

The full agenda is available here.

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Agenda: Wheatland Town Board and Planning Commission meetings Dec. 9, 2024

The Wheatland Town Board and Planning Commission are scheduled to meet Monday at Town Hall in New Munster.

The Town Board meeting is first, starting at 6 p.m. Agenda items include:

Consideration for Tree(s) at 7205 314th Ave.

  • Review Job Descriptions
  • Lilly Lake Launch Signage.
  • Transfer Station Signage.
  • Town of Wheatland Web Site.

The full Town Board agenda is available here.

The Planning Commission meeting is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. Agenda items include:

  • Meyer Material Co. dba Lafarge Aggregates Illinois, Inc., 1300 S. Illinois Route 31, South Elgin, IL 60177 (Lessee), Herbert J. & Lillian A. Robers Revocable Trust, 233 Origen Street, Burlington, WI 53105 (Lessor), Roland and Bonnie Lou Denko, 3710 392nd Avenue, Burlington, WI 53105 (Lessor) & Raymond J. & Gloria M. Tenhagen, 3910 376th Avenue, Burlington, WI 53105 (Lessor), requesting a 2-year renewal of a Conditional Use Permit (originally approved on March 13, 1996) for a gravel pit in the M-3 Mineral Extraction Dist. on the following Tax Parcels: #95-4-219-291-0100 (Robers), #95-4-219-291-0300 (Robers), 95-4-219-291-0400 (Robers), #95-4-219-292-0300 (Robers), #95-4-219-292-0200 (Denko), #95-4-219-293-0100 (Denko), #95-4-219-293-0200 (Denko), #95-4-219-293-0300 (Denko), #95-4-219-293-0400 (Denko) & #95-4-219-294-0100 (Tenhagen). Said parcels are located in the NE, NW, SE, and SW quarters of Section 29, T2N, R19E, Town of Wheatland.

The full agenda is available here.

UPDATE 4:37 p.m. — Planning Commission meeting postponed to a date unknown due to lack of a quorum, said town Clerk Donna Deuster.

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A word from our sponsors: Dec. 8, 2024 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons

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Note: Glenda and Butch Dupons, of Bear Realty, are westofthei.com sponsors. This is a paid announcement — DH

Here are open houses being hosted today by Glenda and Butch Dupons, of Bear Realty:

W1039 Marigold Rd, Genoa City

8845 388th Ave, Burlington

7623 288th Ave, Salem

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Growing with Bristol 2024 Light Up the Town Parade & Tree Lighting coverage (PHOTOS & VIDEO)

The Growing with Bristol 2024 Light Up the Town Parade & Tree Lighting took place Saturday evening.

The parade made its way through the streets of downtown Bristol ending at Hansen Park, where the tree lighting and related activities took place. The night ended with fireworks.

Here is video sample of a pre-tree-lighting performance by Midwest Dance Center:

Then a little bit later the big moment — the tree lighting:

At the park, free cookies were provided by Mrs. Chris Hawkins. Valley Croft Farm provided hot dogs and hamburgers, for which donations were accepted for the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department K9 unit.

Here are some more photos from the parade and the tree lighting:

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A word from our sponsors: Dec. 7, 2024 open houses from Bear Realty’s Glenda and Butch Dupons

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Note: Glenda and Butch Dupons, of Bear Realty, are westofthei.com sponsors. This is a paid announcement — DH

Here are open houses being hosted today by Glenda and Butch Dupons, of Bear Realty:

W1039 Marigold Rd, Genoa City

8845 388th Ave, Burlington

2126 Laurie Ln, Twin Lakes

7623 288th Ave, Salem

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Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Association 2024 Trees on Parade and Holiday Shopping coverage (PHOTOS & VIDEO)

The Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Association 2024 Trees on Parade and Holiday Shopping got underway Friday evening.

The event at St. Johns Community Center continues Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The event features a tree decorating contest, raffles, food concession, visits with Santa and a large selection of craft and vendors booths to shop.

Friday evening school musical groups also contributed to the holiday spirit performing at the door. Here’s video of the Randall School fourth grade choir.

Here are some more photos from the event:

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2024 Paddock Lake home decorating contest judging will be Dec. 21

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Paddock Lake residents, get those holiday decorations out!

The village of Paddock Lake is having a 2024 Holiday Decorating Contest.

Judging of holiday displays throughout the village will take place Dec. 21. Make sure you have your lights and decorations on that day from 6 to 9 p.m. to be considered.

Winners will receive $50 for first prize, $25 for second prize and $25 for third prize.

Prize money for this contest is donated by westofthei.com.

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Warmer temps for the weekend

Time to get those outside Christmas decorations up or finished off.

High temperatures in the 40s are expected this weekend, says the latest, local National Weather Service forecast.

Temps should be in the high 40s Sunday and Monday.

Other than a chance of rain Sunday night there’s little chance of precipitation through the next week.

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A word from our sponsors: Society’s Assets is your local connection to Telecommunications Equipment Purchase Program

Note: The following is a paid announcement from Society’s Assets — DH

Have you heard about the program that helps people with disabilities buy specialized equipment they need in order to use basic telephone services? Society’s Assets is your local connection to the Telecommunications Equipment Purchase Program (TEPP). You are eligible if you are a Wisconsin resident, hard of hearing, severely hard of hearing or Deaf, or have a speech or mobility/motion disability. There is no limit for age or income to be eligible. For more information, call Rosary at Society’s Assets, 1-800-378-9128. You can also email info@societysassets.org.

Who is Society’s Assets? We are a Center for Independent Living (CIL) that serves southeastern Wisconsin. That means we are a local, disability consumer-controlled, cross-disability, nonresidential, private nonprofit. As a CIL, we believe in dignity, community integration, civil rights, and equal access for all people with disabilities. Services we provide include these five core services which are free.

  1. Information & Referral
  2. Independent Living Skills Training
  3. Individual & Systems Advocacy
  4. Peer Support
  5. Transitions (Assistance with leaving nursing home and other institutions and returning to community-based residences; assisting individuals to avoid institutional placement; and assisting the transition of youth with significant disabilities after completion of secondary education to post-secondary life. 

Other services are offered.  

  • Assistive Technology (supported by WisTech)
  • Home and Vehicle Accessibility Assessments
  • Benefits Counseling
  • Home Care (Personal Assistance Services)
  • Representative Payee Services

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Units responding for fire in Paris

At about 6:37 p.m., Paris Fire and Rescue units are responding to a report of a fire in the15500 block of Burlington Road (Highway 142) in Paris.

Per dispatch: This is being reported as a large wood pile on fire.

UPDATE 6:39 p.m. — Fire unit that saw scene says fire is about 50 feet from a shop building.

UPDATE 6:59 p.m. — Fire knocked down, Paris command reports to dispatch.

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Units responding for crash in Trevor

At about 5:18 p.m., Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding for a crash at Highway 83 and Highway C in Trevor.

Per dispatch: Two vehicles involved. Injuries being reported.

UPDATE 5:28 p.m. — Three vehicles may be involved.

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Units responding for fire in Slades Corners

At about 2:55 p.m., Wheatland Vol Fire Department, Town of Randall Fire Department and Twin Lakes Fire and Rescue units and sheriff’s deputies are responding for a fire in the 6100 block of 396th Avenue in Slades Corners.

Per dispatch: This is a large wood pile on fire next to an unoccupied building containing equipment.

UPDATE 3:03 p.m. — Unit on scene reports about a three foot by three foot fire.

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A word from our sponsors: Hospice Alliance to offer “Holiday Memories” event to children and teenagers who have experienced loss on Dec. 12

Note: The following is a paid announcement from Hospice Alliance — DH

Hospice Alliance offers “Holiday Memories” an event offered to children and teenagers (ages 18 and under) who have experienced loss. In addition to activities and refreshments, guests will create a holiday ornament to take home in memory of their loved one.

The event for child or teen (ages 18 and under) from the community who has experienced loss, and their adult chaperones will take place Thursday, Dec. 12 from 5:30 – 6:30 pm ay Hospice Alliance, 10220 Prairie Ridge Blvd, Pleasant Prairie.

Hospice Alliance understands the challenges that children and teens face when experiencing loss. This event provides the opportunity to normalize their feelings in a safe and fun environment by celebrating the lives of their
loved ones.

Please RSVP by Tuesday, Dec. 10 to Bereavement at 262-652-4482 x 1211 or bereavement@hospicealliance.org.

Hospice Alliance, the #1 provider of hospice care in Southeastern Wisconsin, is committed to offering compassionate physical, emotional, and spiritual care and educating our patients, those who support them, and the communities we serve. Personalized care for patients and families who are facing life-limiting illnesses is available in the patient’s or loved one’s private homes, assisted living and skilled nursing facilities, and in the Hospice Alliance House located in Kenosha. Hospice Alliance is your compassionate, community non-profit hospice, incorporated in 1981. For more information, call 262-652-4400 or visit www.hospicealliance.org.

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A word from our sponsors: Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Assoc. 2024 Trees on Parade & Holiday Shopping is Dec. 6 & 7

Note: This is a paid announcement from Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Association — DH

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Units responding for sparking wires in Twin Lakes

At about 7:35 p.m., Twin Lakes Fire Department units are responding to a report of sparking wires at Burlington and E. School in Twin Lakes.

Per dispatch; Wires near a transformer reported to be sparking.

UPDATE 7:50 p.m. — Village personnel spoke to nearby utility crew. Sparking may have been fault indicator lights.

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Deaths Dec. 4, 2024: David P. Smith

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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Units responding for investigation in Powers Lake

At about 5:34 p.m., Wheatland Vol Fire Department, Town of Randall Fire Department and Twin Lakes Rescue units are responding for an investigation in the 39900 block of Highway F in Powers Lake.

Per dispatch: A smoking power line being reported.

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Warmest high temp in days, then wind, snow showers and temperature plunge; wind advisory issued

The weather is going to be all over the place Wednesday, says the latest, local National Weather Service forecast.

First it should be warmer than it has been in days, with us reaching a high of 36 in the early afternoon. But by 10 p.m., it will be about 15, eventually dropping to 12 overnight.

There will be a “chance of rain and snow showers between 1pm and 3pm, then scattered snow showers after 3pm,” says NWS. No accumulation is forecast.

Also this afternoon, it should get windy, enough so that the NWS has issued a wind advisory from 2 p.m. to midnight. Winds will be from the northwest, with speeds of 20 to 30 mph and gusts up to 45 mph. That’s high enough, says the NWS, to make “driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.”

Looking ahead, it should be a but warmer again Saturday through Monday, with high temperatures in the 40s.

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Deaths Dec. 3. 2024: Robert Karnes, James Christian Jensen

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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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A word from our sponsors: St. Alphonsus Cookie Walk is Dec. 14

Note: The following is a paid announcement — DH

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Deaths Dec. 2, 2024: Jere L. Benedict, Billie Edward Krause Sr.

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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A word from our sponsors: Pollinators, their habitats, and alternative lawns survey opportunity

Note: This is a paid advertisement from Chris Kugel — DH

Would you like to share your knowledge and perspectives on pollinators, their habitats, and alternative lawns? You can do so through a survey while also contributing to the research of Kenosha resident, Chris Kugel, a UW-Extended Campus graduate student at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside. His anonymous community survey was developed as part of an applied Capstone project for the Sustainable Management degree program.

This 11-question survey will not ask for any personally identifiable information and is specifically offered at this time to Kenosha County residents living West of the Interstate. The survey may be available for one week or longer depending on the number of respondents.

Pollinators and their habitats are on the decline. Your response to this survey will help Chris and others gain insights into what locals know about pollinators and their habitats; and how different segments of our local population respond to a range of strategies that may, in the long-run, benefit pollinators

It takes only 5 to 8 minute to complete the survey. Click here to respond. Thank you for your support of Chris’ studies and for contributing to our understanding of issues related to pollinators, their habitats, and alternative lawns.

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Agenda: Salem Lakes Village Board meeting Dec. 2, 2024

The Salem Lakes Village Board is scheduled meet Monday, starting at 6 p.m. at Village Hall in Salem.

The meeting can also be viewed here.

Agenda items include:

  • Approval of purchase of service funding requests from The Sharing Center in the amount of $20,000.
  • Approval of purchase of services funding request from the Westosha Senior Center in teh amount of $7,500.
  • Denial of purchase of services funding request from the Twin Lakes Senior Center in the amount of $4,000.
  • Rezoning request from Highway Business District to Wholesale Trade and Warehousing District for Trailer Logistics Company, 9730 Antioch Road.
  • Conditional use permit for Trailer Logistics Company, 9730 Antioch Road, for a semi-trailer rental company.
  • Discussion on donating Squad 5852 to The Racine Fire Bells.
  • 5-year service plan for cardiac monitors with Zoll Medical Corporation in teh amount of $6,803.08.
  • 2025 Kenosha County Law Enforcement contract.
  • Administrator’s office 2024 year in review.
  • Closed sessions for: IAFF Fire and Rescue Union Contract; discussion of a potential land exchange of 70-4-120-344-0562 for 70-4-120-344-0581 on Rock Lake Road; conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or may be involved), specifically concerning code enforcement proceedings involving property at: Frank A and Shannon A Schubat, 70-4-120-054-0351, 7014 284th Ave, Salem; Carleton E And Deborah J Habendott Revocable Trust, 70-4-120-204-0150, 28307 98th St., Salem; Kevin B Cook, 70-4-120-123-0515, 22605 83rd St., Salem and Adam Miller, 70-4-120-263-0260, 11510 Antioch Rd, Trevor.

The full agenda is available here.

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Agenda: Twin Lakes Village Board committee of the whole meeting Dec. 2, 2024

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:

  • Discussion regarding the road closure of Legion Dr. in the spring.
  • Discussion regarding a contract agreement for Rescue and Emergency Medical Services from the Twin Lakes Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad Inc.

The full agenda is available here.

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Agenda: Twin Lakes #4 School District (Lakewood School) board meeting Dec. 2, 2024

The Twin Lakes #4 School District (Lakewood School) board is scheduled to meet Monday, starting at 4 p.m. in the school library.

Agenda items include:

  • Audit update
  • Maintenance update/possible needs
  • Insurance review
  • Closed session for: Discuss confidential financial matters, potential cost saving measures and projections.

The full agenda is available here.

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A word from our sponsors: Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Assoc. 2024 Trees on Parade & Holiday Shopping is Dec. 6 & 7

Note: This is a paid announcement from Twin Lakes Area Chamber & Business Association — DH

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Growing with Bristol 2024 Light Parade and Tree Lighting Dec. 7

Growing with Bristol’s fourth annual Light Parade and Tree Lighting will take place on Saturday, Dec. 7.

The parade starts at 4:30 p.m. The parade route is:

  • 81st Street, turning right onto 198th
  • 198th Avenue left to 80th Street
  • 80th Street left to 199th Ave
  • 199th Ave left to 83rd Street
  • 83rd Street right to 198th
  • 198th right to Hansen Park

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.

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