Kenosha County
Recent News About Kenosha County
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Kenosha County announces Highway C closure for May 9
Kenosha County has announced the planned closure of Highway C on Friday, May 9, from 5 a.m. to approximately 6 p.m. This closure is intended for a culvert installation related to a multi-use trail project.
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Kenosha County highway P resurfacing begins May 12
Kenosha County has announced a resurfacing project on Highway P in Wheatland, stretching from Highway 50 to the Racine County line.
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Kenosha County announces drug take back events at six locations April 26
Kenosha County Executive Samantha Kerkman announced that six locations in the county will host National Drug Take Back Day collection events on Saturday, April 26.
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Kenosha County starts Adopt-A-Highway program to engage community in cleanups
Kenosha County is launching an Adopt-A-Highway program, which was announced on Earth Day.
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2022: Kenosha County aging and government transfer dependency trends
Since 1970, Kenosha County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 6.4%, while income from age-related government transfers has fallen by 2.2%.
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Kenosha County highway ML closed for culvert project
Kenosha County has announced the closure of a section of Highway ML in Pleasant Prairie for culvert replacement work.
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Kenosha County launches Veteran of the Year award
Kenosha County has introduced a new award program aimed at recognizing local veterans for their achievements following military service.
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Drug Take Back Day events set at multiple Kenosha County locations
National Drug Take Back Day will see collection events at six sites in Kenosha County on Saturday, April 26.
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Kenosha County confirms no measles cases; urges vaccination
Kenosha County Health Officer Lori Plahmer has addressed concerns about the appearance of measles in the community.
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Kenosha County saw 10.2% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022
In 2022, government transfers made up 17.9% of income in Kenosha County, a 10.2% surge from 7.7% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.
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Pamela Condos nominated to lead Kenosha County's children and family services
County Executive Samantha Kerkman announced a new appointment for the leadership role in Kenosha County's Division of Children & Family Services.
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Kenosha County schedules waste collection event and diaper drive for May 31
Kenosha County will hold its annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event on May 31, as announced by County Executive Samantha Kerkman.
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Kenosha County introduces Veteran of the Year award to honor local heroes
County Executive Samantha Kerkman has introduced a new accolade dedicated to recognizing exceptional veterans in Kenosha County.
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Kenosha County golf courses open for 2025 season
Kenosha County Executive Samantha Kerkman has announced the opening of Brighton Dale Links and Petrifying Springs Golf Course for the 2025 season.
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Kenosha County Executive Kerkman elected statewide association president
Kenosha County Executive Samantha Kerkman has been elected to a two-year term as President of the Wisconsin County Executives and Administrators Association.
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Kenosha County launches website refresh, adopts new .gov URL
Kenosha County launched its newly refreshed website today, featuring a new address and design improvements aimed at enhancing user experience, as announced by County Executive Samantha Kerkman.
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Samantha Kerkman elected president of statewide county leaders' association
Kenosha County Executive Samantha Kerkman has been elected as the President of the Board of Directors for the Wisconsin County Executives and Administrators Association.
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Kenosha County golf courses open for 2025 season
Kenosha County's golf courses, Brighton Dale Links and Petrifying Springs Golf Course, have officially opened for the 2025 season.
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Kenosha County announces opioid crisis report
Kenosha County has released a new report detailing research findings and strategies to address opioid misuse, addiction, and overdoses within the community.
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Kenosha County announces Special Event Passport Day
Kenosha County Clerk announced that Clerk Regi Waligora's office will hold a Special Event Passport Day on March 22 at the Kenosha County Center, allowing U.S. citizens to apply without an appointment.