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Somers seeks candidates for full-time public works department position

The Village and Town of Somers has announced an opening for a full-time Public Works I position in its Public Works Department.

By D. K. Damico | Sep 3, 2025

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Kenosha County announces temporary closure of Highway E for culvert replacement

Kenosha County officials have announced that Highway E (12th Street) will be closed between Highway 31 (Green Bay Road) and Highway JR (39th Avenue) for about two weeks starting Monday, Aug. 25.

By Kenosha Reporter | Sep 3, 2025

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Red Oak Ridge gas power plant proposed near Somers awaits state review

By Kenosha Reporter | Sep 2, 2025

Invenergy has submitted a preliminary engineering plan to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) as an initial step toward obtaining approval for a new gas-fired power plant in Kenosha County.

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H-1B approvals for employers classified under Real Estate and Rental and Leasing industry across Kenosha Reporter publication area in 2024

By Kenosha Reporter | Sep 1, 2025

The only H-1B petition filed by an employer classified under the Real Estate and Rental and Leasing industry located across Kenosha Reporter publication area was approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Dream Playground marks decade with anniversary celebration and sponsorship drive

By Kenosha Reporter | Aug 29, 2025

Sponsorship opportunities are available for the upcoming 10th Anniversary celebration of the Dream Playground at Petzke Park.

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Eugene Bower appointed as new trustee by Village Board of Union Grove

By Kenosha Reporter | Aug 27, 2025

At its meeting on August 25, the Village Board of Union Grove selected Eugene Bower to fill a vacant trustee position.

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Kenosha Murals Project announces block party celebrating new public art downtown

By Kenosha Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

The Kenosha Murals Project will hold a Block Party on Saturday, August 23, from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 624 57th St., offering free admission to the public.

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H-1B approvals for employers classified under Public Administration industry across Kenosha Reporter publication area in 2024

By Kenosha Reporter | Aug 25, 2025

In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Public Administration employers across Kenosha Reporter publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Kenosha announces one-day delay for waste collection due to Labor Day

By Kenosha Reporter | Aug 25, 2025

The City of Kenosha has announced changes to waste collection services due to the Labor Day holiday on Monday, September 1, 2025.

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Village of Union Grove adds online and card payment options for utility bills

By Kenosha Reporter | Aug 25, 2025

The Village of Union Grove has implemented a new payment processor, Xpress Bill Pay, for utility bill payments.

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Kenosha County plans overdose prevention event ahead of International Overdose Awareness Day

By Kenosha Reporter | Aug 21, 2025

As International Overdose Awareness Day approaches, Kenosha County is organizing an event to inform the public about overdose prevention efforts and available resources.

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Dream Playground marks ten years with anniversary celebration at Petzke Park

By Kenosha Reporter | Aug 20, 2025

The Dream Playground at Petzke Park, built in 2015 as Kenosha’s first fully accessible park, is approaching its tenth anniversary.

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Kenosha opens applications for fall parkway tree replacement program

By Kenosha Reporter | Aug 20, 2025

The City of Kenosha Parks Department has opened the application period for residents seeking replacement trees in parkways, which are the grass areas between sidewalks and curbs.

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Kenosha sets Halloween trick-or-treat hours for October 31

By Kenosha Reporter | Aug 20, 2025

The City of Kenosha has announced that trick-or-treat hours for 2025 will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, October 31.

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Kenosha joins Big Ten challenge with local drives supporting UW-Madison

By Kenosha Reporter | Aug 19, 2025

The Kenosha Mayor’s Office will participate in the Abbott/Big Ten “We Give Blood Drive” competition, supporting the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

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Union Grove opens registration for fall youth co-ed soccer league

By Kenosha Reporter | Aug 19, 2025

Union Grove Recreation has opened registration for its Fall Co-Ed Youth Soccer League, offering children from Pre-K through sixth grade an opportunity to participate in weekly practices and Saturday games.

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Survey seeks input from residents on stormwater issues in Southeastern Wisconsin

By Kenosha Reporter | Aug 19, 2025

The Respect Our Waters program is inviting residents to participate in the 2025 Stormwater Survey, which aims to collect public knowledge and opinions about water pollution issues.

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Schütz opens $166 million packaging facility expected to bring jobs to Kenosha

By Kenosha Reporter | Aug 18, 2025

Schütz Container Systems has opened a new production facility in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

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1 H-1B petition approved for employers classified under Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction industry across Kenosha Reporter publication area during 2024

By Kenosha Reporter | Aug 18, 2025

The only H-1B petition filed by an employer classified under the Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction industry located across Kenosha Reporter publication area was approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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FOIA request sent to Kenosha County Sheriff's Office regarding undocumented person's arrest records on August 18, 2025

By Kenosha Reporter | Aug 18, 2025

FOIA Request to Kenosha County Sheriff's Office regarding undocumented person's arrest records on August 18, 2025.