Recent Kenosha County business stories
(17) updates to this series since Updated
Kenosha Area Business Alliance hosted an event to honor business leaders for their achievements on Feb. 5. The award ceremony celebrated eight business leaders throughout Kenosha County.Â
Olds Products of Pleasant Prairie, a manufacturer of mustards, vinegar and additional products, is kicking off the next phase of a larger expansion in the village.
The owners of the former Eagle Club in Downtown Kenosha have been given six months to find a way to restore the property. The owners appeared before Kenosha's Historic Preservation Commission on Jan. 29, seeking a demolition permit.Â
The first phase of a major nine-block redevelopment in Downtown Kenosha was unveiled to the public on Tuesday. The 158-unit Karrick Apartments at 5522 Seventh Ave. is the culmination of a decade of planningÂ
Josh Rains, a Kenosha chef with around 30 years of experience, has been named executive chef at Public Brewing Company in Downtown Kenosha. The restaurant and bar also launched a new menu this month.
Golden Oil, a petroleum company, first bought the property for its new Somers Market fueling station at 11302 12th St. in 2021. Development of other businesses planned for the plaza followed and all of them were opened to the public for the first time on Wednesday, Jan. 14.
The Plan Commission approved new developments including a truck dealership and a manufacturing building for IEA.Â
A proposed 49-acre truck dealership has cleared its first hurdle to development in Somers. The dealership, which would be located at 1914 120th Ave. west of Interstate 94, was advanced to the Plan Commission by the Somers Intergovernmental Commission on Tuesday.
Tucked inside the Kenosha Metra Station is a newly opened convenience store, but for owners Candance and Shaik Javeed, they hope that their store offers more than convenience.Â
Kung Fu Tea, a boba tea chain with over 400 locations in the US., has officially opened at Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets.Â
Kenosha Restaurant week is kicking off on Feb. 21 with a record 80 businesses participating with specials, deals and new menu items.Â
The Kenosha Innovation Center hosted a Lunar New Year celebration Feb. 18 in collaboration with the Wisconsin Chinese Chamber of Commerce. It was designed to unite local entrepreneurs, community leaders and residents to honor cultural traditions while fostering professional connections.
KENOSHA — United Way of Kenosha County has recognized Ocean Spray’s Kenosha manufacturing facility for their generosity during the company’s annual pledge campaign.
A new coffee shop could soon open on 22nd Avenue on the north side of Kenosha. The City Plan Commission has voted in favor of rezoning property to allow DSCO coffee to be developed at 1706 22nd Ave.Â
Johnson's Bank location on 60th Street in Kenosha is going to look a little different next year. The bank with four locations in Kenosha celebrated the groundbreaking on its new planned location.Â
The local company made the change effective March 1. The IT services company provides Managed Services, cybersecurity services, and strategic technology guidance.
February is American Heart Month, a nationwide observance that spotlights cardiovascular disease and the focus on heart health. The benefits and evolution of robotic assisted heart surgery were center stage of a special presentation Wednesday at Froedtert South hospital, 9555 76th St., in Pleasant Prairie.
Now open in Downtown Kenosha, 5943 Sixth Ave., the new Align Wellness Collective features a collection of individual wellness businesses. The business hosted a grand opening Jan. 15.
Business owners throughout the Kenosha-area met to discuss the impact of tariffs and economic uncertainty on Black-owned business owners.Â
Seventh Avenue Vintage & Vinyl, a mother-son run business is now open in Downtown Kenosha.Â
Colbert Packaging Corporation, a manufacturer of custom paperboard folding cartons, labels and inserts has installed its fifth Eterna blanking die cutter.
The US Bureau of Indian Affairs has completed an environmental assessment study of a proposed Kenosha casino which tentatively finds no significant environmental impacts of the project.
Uline, a distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging is seeking applicants for its year-long Business Development Program, an early career opportunity designed to help recent graduates transition from college into full-time corporate careers while learning the fundamentals of the business.
Riley Construction, a local contractor is helping young entrepreneurs give back to the community, with one cup of lemonade at a time.
The Pleasant Prairie Plan Commission has approved site and operational plans for World Pac International USA to occupy the building at 9449 88th Ave. in LakeView Corporate Park.
