Author: Jason Arndt
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Twin Lakes woman awaiting extradition arrested in Las Vegas
JULY 1 STORY UPDATE: https://mykenoshacounty.com/?p=8701 STORY UPDATE: Local tip led authorities to Shaw’s arrest in Vegas Shaw, 45, allegedly under the influence in fatal crash By Jason Arndt Staff Writer A 45-year-old Twin Lakes woman awaiting extradition to Illinois on charges of aggravated driving under the influence causing death has been arrested in Las Vegas…
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Central board shoulders cost of breakfast program
By Jason Arndt Staff Writer Despite operating at a loss, the Westosha Central High School District has opted to continue its breakfast program for next school year, with officials noting it is imperative to serve all student needs. The breakfast program, which falls under the lunch budget, is estimated to lose $3,200 next year,…
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Former school bookkeeper charged
Anderson accused of stealing funds from Salem, Wheatland schools By Jason Arndt Staff Writer A former school bookkeeper was charged June 13 in connection with two alleged embezzling schemes in Kenosha County Circuit Court and is scheduled to make her initial appearance June 28. Mary Anderson, 55, faces two felony counts of theft-movable property, greater…
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Carnival rides will return to Libertyfest
Annual celebration set for July 1-3 By Jason Arndt Staff Writer For the first time since the 1980s, carnival rides are returning to Twin Lakes’ annual Libertyfest celebration set for July 1-3. The return of Carnival Rides, provided by Kaye Brothers, was driven by popular demand, according Twin Lakes Area Chamber and Business Association Executive…
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No evidence of a cougar in Wheatland, DNR reports
Last confirmed sighting was in 2008 By Jason Arndt Staff Writer Despite a reported sighting of a cougar in the Town of Wheatland Tuesday, there was no evidence to support the claim, according to a Department of Natural Resource official. Wildlife Biologist Marty Johnson, who oversees both Racine and Kenosha counties, responded to the report…
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Washing cars to raise Falcon spirit
Westosha Central cheerleading squad held fundraiser June 12. Westosha Central High School’s Cheerleading squad held a car wash fundraiser at the school June 12, in an effort to boost its chances on the national spotlight. The school, which won last year’s Wisconsin Association of Cheer/Pom Coaches state meet, captured a repeat in 2016 at Madison’s…
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HONOR ROLL: Randall School
The following students were named to the third trimester honor roll at Randall Consolidated School. STRAIGHT A’S Seventh grade: Madison Brockway, Madeline Hershelman, Carly Rohn, Sydney Youra, Elliana Zerr. Eighth grade: McKinley Boyle, Jordan Roszko, Claire Vozel HIGH HONORS Seventh grade: Ana Bishop, Jessah Bollinger, Dylan Collins, Emma Franklin, Arianna Karow, Korik Klein, Kaldan Kopp,…
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Dairy Breakfast drew people in regionally, statewide
Saturday’s attendance thrilled organizer By Jason Arndt Staff Writer Based on Saturday’s attendance at the annual Kenosha County Dairy Breakfast, Rachael Crane of Crane Dairy LLC was more than thrilled, noting the event exceeded her expectations. Crane Dairy LLC, a third generation farm that opened in 1948, houses more than 200 cows consisting of Holstein,…
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BASEBALL: Falcons’ Gilbert named second-team All-District
Falcons junior Garrett Gilbert was named second-team all-South East District of the Wisconsin Baseball Coaches Association, in a June 16 announcement made by the organization. Gilbert, the lone player from Westosha Central High School, already has garnered accolades at the Southern Lakes Conference level, where he received first-team honors. Earlier in the season, Gilbert was…
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WestoshaMarket comes to the fairgrounds
Farmers market will open at new spot on July 6 By Gail Peckler-Dziki Correspondent Last year was the inaugural year for WestoshaMarket at AquaTerra Farms on Highway 50 in Bristol. Now, WestoshaMarket is moving farther west to the Kenosha County Fairgrounds in Wilmot. Kenosha County Fairgrounds is at 30820 111th St. Opening day for the…