KPL seeks docent volunteers to lead tours at three branches during the Keys to Kenosha event on November 7, 2026. Sign up online or contact staff with questions.
- City of Kenosha
Kenosha is collecting storm debris curbside after severe thunderstorms. Nearly 400 pickup requests have been made; residents should call to be added.
- Kenosha County
Kenosha County social worker Cheyenne Richards received Hillcrest School’s 2026 Courage to Care Award for her dedicated support of youth and families.
- University of Wisconsin Parkside
UW-Parkside celebrated over 500 graduates at spring 2026 commencement, honoring student achievement, first-generation milestones and inspiring keynote messages.
- kenosha.org
Kenosha’s annual law enforcement memorial service honors fallen officers with tributes, speeches, wreath laying, music, and support from local leaders.
- City of Kenosha
Kenosha invites community members to public workshops to shape the 2050 Comprehensive Plan, guiding growth, investment and policy decisions over the next 25 years.
- City of Kenosha
The Mayor’s Youth Commission honored 17 Kenosha students for academic achievement, leadership, athletics and community service during a Common Council meeting.
Officials launch Keys to Kenosha, a free self-guided architectural tour of more than 50 historic and cultural sites open to the public on Saturday, Nov. 7.
Kenosha County Board Chairman Mark Nordigian names committee leaders and members for the 2026-28 term and adjusts standing committee sizes to five members.
Kenosha County Board Chairman Mark Nordigian announces 2026–28 committee structure and appointments, reducing most standing committees to five members.
County Executive Samantha Kerkman appoints Rebecca Dutter as Kenosha County Human Services director, succeeding retiring longtime director John Jansen in late May.
Kenosha’s compost and brush drop-off site opens April 6, 2026, with free seasonal disposal and curbside compostable collection running April 27 to June 5.
Wisconsin DNR finalized a deal to protect 100 acres that will expand Devil’s Lake State Park, enhancing recreation and future Ice Age Trail opportunities.
Kenosha enforces alternate side parking annually from Dec. 1 to March 31 to help snowplow and emergency vehicles safely clear narrow city streets.
- City of Kenosha
City of Kenosha honored student winners of its 2026 “I Voted” sticker contest, whose artwork will appear on official stickers for the April 7 Spring Election.
- Kenosha Area Business Alliance
Colbert Packaging Corporation in Kenosha has expanded its folding carton production capacity by installing its fifth Eterna blanking die cutter and other equipment.
- Kenosha County
Environmental assessment and public comment details for the Menominee-Hard Rock Kenosha casino proposal, plus approval steps and county compensation terms.
- Pleasant Prairie
Pleasant Prairie approved a preliminary plat for The Lofts at Village Green, a 64-unit condominium project replacing the Sagewood plat in two development phases.
- Kenosha Unified School District
Indian Trail High School and Academy Art Club students joined The Memory Project, creating handmade portraits for children in Cambodia to share kindness and connection.
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- City of Kenosha
Kenosha’s 2026 spring primary is Feb. 17. Learn absentee voting dates, mail ballot deadlines, ID rules, and how to return ballots and avoid mail confusion.
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- Kenosha County
Public meeting May 1 in Pleasant Prairie will outline plans to resurface 1.8 miles of Highway H, which will stay open with flagging during most work.
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- Kenosha Unified School District
Frank Elementary’s annual Santa Gift Giveaway ensures every student receives a holiday gift, thanks to support from community partners, staff, families, and volunteers.