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CIVIC CENTER PARK | KENOSHA

Kenosha group hosts vigil, highlights mental health awareness

ROSE ANDROWICH,
May 23, 2026
3 hrs ago

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Mental health vigil

Ella Kohlmeier, Miss Kenosha 2026, delivered a speech at the National Alliance on Mental Health vigil held at Civic Center Park in Downtown Kenosha.

ROSE ANDROWICH, KENOSHA NEWS

Mental health vigil

Sheila Parnell, a recovery mentor at Bridges Community Center was awarded the David Wagner Mental Health Advocacy Award at NAMI's mental health vigil on May 20. Sabrina Northern, the president of NAMI, listens to Parnell's acceptance speech.

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Mental health vigil

Wendy Trefz, the director of Crisis and Stabilization services for Kenosha Human Development Services received a community service award at NAMI's mental health vigil. She delivers her speech while Sabrina Northern, NAMI's president and Jack Rose, a board member watch.

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KENOSHA — A local group spotlighted the importance of mental health during a vigil in Downtown Kenosha at Civic Center Park on May 20.

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