Kenosha officials remind residents that most fireworks are illegal in the city, citing injury and fire risks, and urge attending the professional July 4 display.
- Rochester
Notice of the Aug. 11, 2026 partisan primary in Rochester, WI, including polling hours, location, participating parties, ballot offices and links to key documents.
- North Bay
The Village of North Bay Board of Trustees will hold a Stand Up Meeting at 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Village Hall. Meetings are open to the public.
- Kenosha Chamber of Commerce
Marking 110 years, the Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce reflects on its roots, regional growth, civic leadership, and enduring role in supporting local business.
- Governor of Wisconsin
Gov. Evers urges Wisconsin’s congressional delegation to oppose Trump’s FFY27 budget cuts he says threaten clean water, infrastructure, housing, and disaster readiness.
- City of Kenosha
Kenosha’s Independence Day events June 28–July 4 will bring road closures, one-way traffic, Simmons Island access limits, and free shuttles and streetcars.
- City of Kenosha
Kenosha garbage collection will run on schedule July 3, 2026. Compost and bulk drop-off sites close July 4 and reopen July 6 with normal hours.
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Racine is adjusting hours for its Transfer Station and Pearl Street Yard Waste Facility around Independence Day, adding extra days before the July 4 holiday closures.
Kenosha’s Independence Day events June 28–July 4 will bring road closures, one-way traffic, Simmons Island access limits, and free shuttles and streetcars.
Kenosha garbage collection will run on schedule July 3, 2026. Compost and bulk drop-off sites close July 4 and reopen July 6 with normal hours.
ECI crews continue Oak Knoll Road restoration, cleaning work zones, installing culvert matting, and hydroseeding, with repairs and ditch work updates to come.
ECI continues restoration on Oak Knoll Road, cleaning work zones, adding culvert matting, and hydroseeding, with future updates on washout repairs and ditch work.
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WisDOT details 2026 northwest Wisconsin road and bridge projects, schedules and detours, including lane closures, ramp impacts and safety reminders for motorists.
Gov. Tony Evers marks Juneteenth with a radio address, Executive Order #299 raising the Juneteenth Flag, and a 2026 statewide Juneteenth proclamation.
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- City of Kenosha
The Kenosha City Plan Commission will meet June 18 to discuss rezoning, new apartment complexes, and development agreements, including proposals for large residential projects and a new automotive store.
- Governor of Wisconsin
Gov. Tony Evers signs Executive Order #299 to raise the Juneteenth Flag at the Wisconsin State Capitol in 2026 and proclaims June 19 as Juneteenth statewide.
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- City of Kenosha
Kenosha will maintain normal waste collection the week of June 15, 2026, with specific Friday closures and adjusted hours for drop-off sites and City Hall.
- Kenosha Area Business Alliance
Snap-on Inc. has acquired Irmo, South Carolina-based Diesel Laptops for about $100 million in cash, expanding its diagnostics and repair systems offerings.
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- Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Hudson to Lakeland/Afton Trail closes June 22 for I-94 bridge work; free daily shuttle offers three trips between Hudson, WI, and Lakeland, MN through Sept. 4.
- Kenosha Area Business Alliance
Waukegan Steel plans to relocate its headquarters from Waukegan, Illinois, to Pleasant Prairie in 2026, expanding its footprint and adding 10 full-time employees.
- Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
Nearly 900 Wisconsin FCCLA members gathered in Baraboo for the State Leadership Conference, highlighting student leadership, competition, and community service.
- Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
PBS Wisconsin’s Field Notes on Climate series follows Teacher of the Year Brian Counselman and students as they investigate climate and water quality in Wisconsin.
- University of Wisconsin Parkside
Rae (Schwanke) Rees honored her Kenosha roots by creating an endowed UW-Parkside scholarship supporting students with financial need through her estate.
- 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.
- North Bay
The Village of North Bay Board of Review will reconvene June 15, 2026, at 5 p.m. at Village Hall, with the agenda posted after the June 12 filing deadline.
- North Bay
The Village of North Bay Board of Trustees will meet June 15, 2026, at Village Hall following the Board of Review. Agenda and public comment guidelines are online.