By Jason Arndt Correspondent Fire Commission members noted multiple improvements at the Union Grove/Yorkville Fire Station during a recent meeting held at the station and are in the preliminary stages of examining options to either expand the present facility or replace the station built in 1974. The reorganization and cleanup […]
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News from throughout Western Racine County.
Traffic stop leads to nearly 20 pounds of pot
Racine County sheriff’s deputies seized nearly 20 pounds of marijuana from a car stopped for speeding on Interstate 94 on Monday. The 19 pounds of marijuana – which has a street value of approximately $19,000, according to deputies – was being transported from Illinois to Milwaukee by a Milwaukee man. […]
Assembly likely to take up medical marijuana bill
By Jennifer Eisenbart Editor After fighting for the last few months just to get the Wisconsin State Legislature to even consider legalizing medical marijuana for seizure disorders, a Burlington resident saw progress this week. Sally Schaeffer has been fighting the last few months to get the Legislature to […]
American Roller expansion plans head to crucial next step on March 24
By Jason Arndt Correspondent American Roller, headquartered in Union Grove, faces one final obstacle in the form of approval from the Joint Review Board before the company can move forward on a planned multi-million dollar expansion project. The Review Board’s upcoming decision on March 24 represents the next step […]
Three seek election to two positions on Waterford Town Board
By Patricia Bogumil Editor Two incumbent supervisors and a planning commissioner are vying for election to two positions on the Waterford Town Board in the Tuesday, April 1 election. The candidates are incumbent supervisors Dale Gauerke and Tim Szeklinski and planning commission member, Jan Alvey. Each candidate shared their thoughts […]
Getting some Hollywood dazzle without leaving town
By Julie Rossman Correspondent The Findley Center on the campus of Shepherds Ministries/Shepherds College in Union Grove was abuzz with activity Monday afternoon. Students of Shepherds College had a rare opportunity to be primped and pampered, get dressed up and then be part of a very special photo shoot. […]
Scouting for Food arrives at front doors Saturday
On Saturday, March 15, more that 25,000 youth – Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Venture Crews will distribute collection bags for non-perishable food items and other grocery store non food items among the homes of residents throughout the Kenosha and Racine counties. Food bags will be hung on the front […]
Ryan hosts March 19 listening session
U.S. Rep. Paul Ryan will hold a listening session in Union Grove, Wednesday, March 19, from 12:45 p.m. to 2 p.m., at Community State Bank, 1500 Main St. Ryan is available to speak with residents from around the area about federal issues of concern, including the budget and health […]
Pet vaccinations clinic Saturday
By Jason Arndt Correspondent Dog and cat owners are invited to attend a pet vaccination clinic being held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Municipal Hall on Saturday, March 15. The event is a collaborative effort with Safe Harbor of Kenosha, which serves the role of the Village’s […]
Vaccinations and more at pet clinic Saturday
By Jason Arndt Correspondent Dog and cat owners are invited to attend a pet vaccination clinic being held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Municipal Hall on Saturday, March 15. The event is a collaborative effort with Safe Harbor of Kenosha, which serves the role of the Village’s […]
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