County’s bond rating remains at AA+ as rating agencies offer positive feedback, stable outlook

A pair of rating agencies recently reaffirmed Kenosha County’s AA+ bond rating, expressing their praise of the county’s fiscal management and expressing a favorable forecast for the future.

This comes as the county’s overall long-term obligations have decl...

Kenosha County Parks to host Picnic in the Park on Aug. 24

Kenosha County Parks’ annual Picnic in the Park will return to Petrifying Springs Park on Saturday, Aug. 24.

Following up on last year’s successful event, the daylong festivities will include live music, interactive kids’ activities and an evening firework...

National Night Out events to be held across Kenosha County on Aug. 6

National Night Out will be celebrated at four Kenosha locations and one in Twin Lakes from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2019.

The Kenosha locations are: The Boys & Girls Club of Kenosha, 1330 52nd St.; Lincoln Park, 6900 18th Ave.; St. John...

Was your great-grandmother a suffragist? Kenosha County Suffrage 100 releases 1915 list

Want to know if someone related to you was involved when women received the right to vote a century ago?

Kenosha County Suffrage 100, a group dedicated to celebrating the history of women’s suffrage and the future of voting, this week released a ...

As Anderson Arts Center renovation continues, Twilight Jazz relocates across the street for 2019

An ongoing renovation project at the Anderson Arts Center will lead to a temporary relocation of the popular Twilight Jazz concert series, and a bright future for the historic lakefront mansion, Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser said today.

Those who co...

Kenosha County Suffrage 100 effort launches website, Facebook page

A steering committee formed to coordinate and promote local celebrations of the upcoming 100th anniversary of women receiving the right to vote has launched a website and Facebook page, Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser announced today.

The Kenosha Coun...

DairyAir Dairy Breakfast bike ride returns this Saturday, June 15

Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser’s annual DairyAir Bike Ride to the Kenosha County Dairy Breakfast returns this Saturday, June 15.

The organized ride will begin at 7 a.m. at Bristol Woods Park, 9800 160th Ave., Bristol, continuing to the Dair...

Prizes available for those who bike to work through June 15

Kenosha County’s Bike-to-Work Weeks continue through June 15, and those who participate remain eligible to win locally donated prizes, County Executive Jim Kreuser is reminding residents.

The Bike to Work Weeks Contest is a part of the county and...

County executive, mayor promote Bike-to-Work Weeks and June 1 Kenosha County Bike Rodeo

Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser and Mayor John Antaramian have a challenge and a suggestion for bicyclists of all ability levels.

The challenge: Trade your car for two wheels during Kenosha County’s Bike-to-Work Weeks, June 1-15.

The suggesti...

UW-Parkside, Kenosha County leaders sign off on 50-year, collaborative land-use agreement

University of Wisconsin-Parkside and Kenosha County officials today celebrated the beginning of a collaboration aimed at improving the ecology and recreational opportunities on 139 acres of UW-Parkside property that borders Petrifying Springs Park.

UW-Park...

Kreuser’s 2019 State of the County affirms commitment to law enforcement, roads, quality of place

Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser presented his 2019 State of the County address to the County Board on Tuesday night, elaborating on the county’s work to take care of its infrastructure, and its citizens.

“The state of Kenosha Count...

Petrifying Springs Biergarten revenue share yields cash for county, improvements to park

The gross revenue share that Kenosha County receives as part of its partnership with the private operators of the Petrifying Springs Biergarten is paying dividends for the county and for users of Petrifying Springs Park.

A new ball diamond, storage facilit...

Petition drive to oppose parole for murderer Eric Nelson exceeds 2,300 signatures in first 10 days

A petition drive urging the Wisconsin Parole Commission to deny release of a convicted murderer is off to a strong start, already greatly surpassing a signature goal that Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser announced last week.

As of today, nearly 2,400 p...

Nancy Morey honored as 2019 Connie Reyes Award recipient

The former coordinator of a community collaboration dedicated to strengthening families through prevention is the recipient of the 2019 Connie Reyes Award for Excellence in Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention.

Nancy Morey received the honors during a ceremo...

Kenosha County, UW-Parkside strike land-use agreement for natural area near Petrifying Springs

Kenosha County and the University of Wisconsin-Parkside plan to enter into a collaborative land-use agreement that will enhance the management of 139 acres of natural land alongside Petrifying Springs Park, officials announced Friday.

This agreement establ...

Kenosha County to host April 27 Drug Take-Back Day events at two locations

Kenosha County will participate in the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency’s national Prescription Drug Take-Back Day from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 27.

Residents are encouraged to bring unwanted, unused prescription and over-the-counter medicati...

County executive, DA voice opposition to parole for convicted murderer Eric Nelson

Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser and District Attorney Michael Graveley today joined the family of murder victim Joseph Vite in strongly opposing the parole of convicted murderer Eric S. Nelson.

Nelson is serving a life sentence for the 1985 killing th...

Turn the Town Blue Committee plans events for Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month

The Kenosha County Turn the Town Blue Committee is again planning a variety of events throughout April, in recognition of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month.

This annual campaign emphasizes the power of prevention and the importance of raising childr...

Brighton Dale Links, Petrifying Springs Golf Course to begin 2019 golf season

Kenosha County’s two golf facilities will open for play, weather permitting, this week, County Executive Jim Kreuser announced today.

Petrifying Springs Golf Course is set to open Wednesday, March 20, while Brighton Dale Links is slated to begin its season...

Annual Kenosha County Household Hazardous Waste Program collection to be held May 4

Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser today is announcing this year’s Household Hazardous Waste Program.

“The Kenosha County Household Hazardous Waste Program is a FREE program and a great opportunity for Kenosha County residents to disp...

Kenosha County receives Fund for Lake Michigan grant for Pike River restoration work

A $75,000 grant from the Fund for Lake Michigan will go toward restoration work on the South Branch of the Pike River, Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser announced today.

These funds – the latest in a series of grants aimed at improving the Pike – will b...

Online orders being taken for 2019 Kenosha County Tree and Shrub Program

The 2019 Kenosha County Tree and Shrub Program has moved to an all online ordering system.

The Kenosha County Tree Program has sold nearly one million trees over the last 30 years. The purpose of the program is to encourage everyone to plant more native tr...

Kreuser appoints steering committee for 2020 suffrage celebration

To celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution giving women the right to vote, Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser has appointed a special steering committee to coordinate celebrations across the county i...

Local, state officials urge ‘yes’ vote in Nov. 6 'dark stores' referendum

Local officials and state lawmakers from the Kenosha area gathered today to urge support for a nonbinding, countywide referendum on the Nov. 6 election ballot that calls upon the Legislature to close a loophole that allows large retailers to skirt propert...

Clara-Lin Tappa appointed, confirmed as Kenosha County human resources director

An experienced corporate administrator will serve as Kenosha County’s new director of human resources.

Clara-Lin Tappa’s appointment to the position was approved unanimously by the County Board Tuesday night. Since May, Tappa has worked...

National Drug Take Back Day is Oct. 27; local drop-off sites available 365 days a year

Kenosha County will participate in the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency’s national Prescription Drug Take-Back Day from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27.

Residents are invited and encouraged to bring their unwanted and unused medications to drop-of...

Proposed 2019 budget lowers taxes, increases services and commitment to infrastructure

County Executive Jim Kreuser delivered the 2019 Budget Proposal to the Kenosha County Board of Supervisors on Oct. 2, 2018. This budget includes a reduction in property taxes, along with an increased commitment to infrastructure improvements.

View Budget H...

Kenosha County, city officials encourage voter registration in advance of November election

Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser and City of Kenosha Mayor John Antaramian are calling on residents to make sure they’re registered to vote before the Nov. 6 election.

“Now is the time to make sure you’re ready to cast a ballot on or before Election Da...

Kenosha County to host 'Fall Wheel Ride' to Petrifying Springs Park on Sept. 29

Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser invites bike riders of all ability levels to participate in the Ninth Annual Fall Wheel Ride to Petrifying Springs Park from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 29.

“It is a great time of the year to get out and vi...

Volunteers needed for Sept. 15 Pike River Cleanup event

The Kenosha Sportfishing and Conservation Association is seeking volunteers for its annual Pike River Cleanup, to be held 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15.

This event, aimed at further improving the health of the Pike River, is supported by Kenosha C...

8th Annual Old Settlers Oktoberfest to feature authentic German music, food, wiener dog races

The 8th Annual Old Settlers Oktoberfest at Old Settlers Park, 24100 75th St., Paddock Lake, will be held noon to 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8.

The festivities will include authentic German food and beverages, a fun run, live music and dancing, a classic car sh...

Kenosha County’s Summer Youth Employment Program marks 10 years of success

Kenosha County’s Summer Youth Employment program recently completed its 10th season, providing work experience and life lessons to 210 participants at 35 worksites.

Modeled off of the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention’s Comprehensive Ga...

National Night Out to be celebrated Aug. 7

National Night Out will be celebrated at five Kenosha locations and one in Twin Lakes from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018.

The Kenosha locations are: The Boys & Girls Club of Kenosha, 1330 52nd St.; Lincoln Park, 6900 18th Ave.; Lord of Life Luth...

Kenosha County Parks presents Picnic in the Park, Aug. 11 at Petrifying Springs Park

A family-friendly community event last held 25 years ago is returning to Petrifying Springs Park on Saturday, Aug. 11.

Picnic in the Park is a day of live music, interactive family activities and concessions, aimed at continuing to raise awareness and educ...

New KR Trail now open to cyclists, runners, walkers

A new multiuse path linking Petrifying Springs Park with Highway KR and a soon-to-be built trail in Racine County is now open to users, Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser announced today.

A ribbon-cutting event to formally commemorate the KR Trail will b...

Great prizes up for grabs in 2018 Bike-to-Work Weeks Contest

Now is the time to ride your bike to work and enter a contest to win fabulous, locally donated prizes, County Executive Jim Kreuser is reminding residents of Kenosha County.

Kenosha County’s official Bike-to-Work Weeks began this week and continu...

Kenosha County’s Bike-to-Work Weeks are June 2-16

Are you ready to ride? Kenosha County’s official Bike-to-Work Weeks are right around the corner, June 2-16.

During those weeks, residents who ride a bike to work are encouraged to enter to win prizes through the Bike to Work Weeks Contest at http...

County to sponsor bike ride to Dairy Breakfast

Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser is inviting people to participate in the DairyAir Dairy Breakfast ride on Saturday, June 16, 2018.

The starting point for the event is:

• 7 a.m. at Bristol Woods Park, 9800 160th Ave., Bristol, for a 12.6-mile ride to the ...

Open house to showcase remodeled Brookside Care Center and Willowbrook Assisted Living facility

Kenosha County invites the public to an open house at the newly remodeled Brookside Care Center and the new, adjoining Willowbrook Assisted Living facility.

The event will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 19. The facility is located at 3506 Washingto...

Kreuser lauds Kenosha County’s strong economy in 2018 State of the County address

Robust. Resilient. Heavy-duty. Exceptional. Outstanding.

These were among the words County Executive Jim Kreuser used to describe Kenosha County’s present condition, as he delivered his 2018 State of the County Address to the County Board on Tues...

Kenosha County social worker Julie Ortiz receives 2018 Connie Reyes Award

Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser today presented the 2018 Connie Reyes Award for Excellence in Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention to Julie Ortiz, a social worker in the county Division of Children and Family Services.

The award, now in its fourth year,...

County executive to present fourth annual Connie Reyes Award

Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser invites the public to an event to recognize those who work to prevent child abuse and neglect.

The event will be held at 4 p.m. this Wednesday, April 18, in the Commons Area of the Kenosha County Human Services Building...

Turn the Town Blue Committee plans events for Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month

The Turn the Town Blue Committee will host a variety of events throughout April in commemoration of Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month.

As part of its annual campaign, the committee asks community members to “Say Something, Do Something for...

Kenosha County golf courses to open for the 2018 season on March 17

The Brighton Dale Links Blue Spruce course and Petrifying Springs Golf Course will open for play on Saturday, March 17, 2018, Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser announced today.

The White Birch and Red Pine courses and the practice range at Brighton Dale...

County Hazardous Waste Program drop-off day is May 5

Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser today is announcing this year’s Household Hazardous Waste Program.

“The Kenosha County Household Hazardous Waste Program is a FREE program and a great opportunity for Kenosha residents to dispose of ...

Kenosha County’s emerald ash borer removal project earns DNR Innovations in Urban Forestry honors

Kenosha County’s innovative, cost-effective approach to removing emerald ash borer-infested trees from three parks recently gained honors from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.

The Parks Divisions’ Emerald Ash Borer Mechanized Tree Removal and...

New KARE Center, Crisis Prevention Center to host dedication, open house

A dedication and open house will be held this Saturday, Feb. 17, at Kenosha Human Development Services Inc.’s new KARE Center/Crisis Prevention Center.

The festivities will run from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the facility, the former Gateway Mortgage Corp. build...

Kenosha County Tree Program adds online store

Kenosha County’s Tree and Shrub Program is now offering people the opportunity to make purchases through an online store.

The program, which has sold nearly one million trees to residents over the last 25 years, previously accepted orders only through pape...

Kenosha County awarded $200,000 grant to restore Pike River Wetland in Petrifying Springs Park

Kenosha County Parks has been awarded $200,000 from Fund for Lake Michigan (FFLM) to support wetland restoration in the Pike River within Petrifying Springs Park, Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser announced today.

The Petrifying Springs Park Wetland Res...

KD Park to host annual 4-H Youth Ice Fishing Derby on Jan. 21

Kenosha County’s annual ice fishing derby will return to KD Park from 7 to 11 a.m. Jan. 21, 2018, County Executive Jim Kreuser announced today.

The 4-H Youth Ice Fishing Derby is hosted by Kenosha County Parks in cooperation with County Executive Kreuser, ...

Shalom Center to house temporary overnight warming shelter during winter months

KENOSHA – An emergency overnight warming shelter will be provided this winter under a partnership forged between Kenosha County, the City of Kenosha and the Shalom Center.

Under the arrangement, the Shalom Center will offer 10 emergency beds, to ...

Emergency Assistance Program grant applications now available for July 2017 flood survivors

Kenosha County residents whose homes were damaged by the July 2017 floods may now apply for recovery funds through the Southern Housing Region Kenosha County Emergency Assistance Program, County Executive Jim Kreuser announced today.

The county was recentl...

A new use for an old roof: Repurposed rocks land at Brookside Care Center

As Kenosha County makes efforts to promote sustainability, parts of the old roof at one Kenosha County building have found a new home and a new purpose at a different location.

Stones that now surround the outside of much of the Brookside Care Center facil...

Waste collection changes in county buildings yield improved efficiency, substantial savings

A seemingly minor change to how office waste is collected is translating into a meaningful savings for Kenosha County.

The county in October implemented new waste guidelines for its employees, asking those who work in facilities across county government to...

County Executive praises Sharing Center upon release of Western Kenosha County Flood Fund grants

Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser is praising the work of the Sharing Center, which this week awarded $49,000 in grants to 13 families that were affected by the July flooding that devastated portions of the county.

These funds were collected from donors...

Kenosha County to receive $756,000 in CDBG funding for flood disaster recovery

Kenosha County will receive $756,000 in Community Development Block Grant-Emergency Assistance Program funding for disaster recovery activities related to the July floods, County Executive Jim Kreuser announced today.

These funds will be used to complete r...

County to host Veterans Day Celebration, Homeless Veterans Stand Down

The Kenosha County Division of Veterans Services is planning a special event as Veterans Day approaches.

Veterans, active duty military members and their families are invited to the 2017 Homeless Veterans Stand Down and Veterans Celebration from 8 a.m. to ...

National Drug Take Back Day is Saturday; local drop-off sites available 365 days a year

Those old, unwanted drugs in your medicine cabinet aren’t just taking up space. They could become a health hazard if they fall into the wrong hands and are used improperly.

With that concern in mind, the U.S. Department of Justice is holding its 14^th Natio...

Economic development, future growth are focal points of 2018 county budget

County Executive Jim Kreuser delivered the 2018 Budget Proposal to the Kenosha County Board of Supervisors on Oct. 3. This budget emphasizes activities that will continue to attract economic development to Kenosha County.

View Budget Highlights News Releas...

Kenosha County receives federal grant to fight opioid addiction

A $300,000 federal grant will enable Kenosha County to launch a new program to aid in the fight against opioid addiction.

With the grant funds, the county will begin an Opioid Overdose Reduction Project that will link overdose survivors and their family an...

Kenosha County marks Juror Appreciation Month

Jurors are a bedrock of the American justice system. Without them, criminal defendants and civil parties would not be granted their constitutional right to a trial by a jury of their peers.

It is with that that Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser joins Cl...

Kenosha County Parks begins prairie restoration

An $8,000 grant award from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will help launch the first phase of a prairie restoration plan at KD Park, Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser announced today.

The work began late last week, with the spraying of herbicides to...

County aids, encourages community participation in Pike River Cleanup

Logs and litter – these are impediments to having a healthy river system, and they’re among the chief targets of the Pike River Cleanup that the Kenosha Sportfishing and Conservation Association sponsors annually.

“We&rsqu...

Kenosha County awarded EPA grant to restore Pike River within Petrifying Springs Park

A restoration of the Pike River in Petrifying Springs Park will begin next year, thanks to a $500,000 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser announced today.

The project,...

SBA Disaster Loan deadline for flood victims is Oct. 17

Victims of the July flooding in Kenosha County have until Oct. 17 to submit applications for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration.

Loans of up to $200,000 are available to homeowners to repair or replace damaged or destro...

Latest Kenosha County Job Fair to be held Sept. 13

More than 50 employers will be on hand for the next Kenosha County Job Fair, to be held Wednesday, Sept. 13 at Gateway Technical College.

The fair will run from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Madrigrano Auditorium, 3520 30^th Ave. Booth space is not presently available...

Kenosha County to host ‘Fall Wheel Ride’

Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser invites bike riders of all ability levels to participate in the Eighth Annual Fall Wheel Ride to Petrifying Springs Park from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 30.

“Fall is a beautiful time of the year in Kenosha County...