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Biden campaign: As MAGA Republicans tout their extreme agenda and anoint Trump at the RNC, Team Biden-Harris mobilizes voters
Today, as Donald Trump accepted the Republican presidential nomination and doubled down on his plans to roll back everyday freedoms, Team Biden-Harris held organizing events across Wisconin – including Shorewood, Superior, Madison, and Greenfield. In June, the Biden-Harris campaign and Democrats up and down the ballot hosted over 700...
Country Thunder Wisconsin: Everything To Know Before You Go
It's almost time again for the party in Twin Lakes, Wisconsin with 4-days of music and fun at Country Thunder. Tickets are still available to experience dozens of performances from Country Music's best, including Eric Church, Lainey Wilson, Bailey Zimmerman, Koe Wetzel, and Rock Star's Nickelback will join the Country Thunder Wisconsin lineup this year.
Kenosha County Officials Address Allegations of Low Morale and Turnover in Public Works Department
Kenosha, WI (WLIP)–Kenosha County officials addressed allegations of low morale and high turnover in the Public Works Department, partly due to the reinstated policy giving the county executive power to fire division heads. Concerns included pay issues, alleged unqualified promotions, and significant worker resignations. Public Works Director Shelly Billingsley,...
Final Pleasant Prairie Threshing Bee to be held this month
After 25 years, Nick Foster will hold the final Pleasant Prairie Threshing Bee on July 27. Foster is the president of the Greene County Historical Society, a farmer in Jefferson, and he collects antique tractors and farming equipment. Foster described a threshing machine as essentially a stationary combine that separates the grain from the stalk and chaff.
Our Place, July 17, 2024
Lake Geneva is now without a city administrator. In need of help finding one soon, a city administer recruitment proposal with GovHR/MGT was discussed and voted on at the city council meeting, and with a unanimous vote GovHR/MGT will be providing the services related to an interim city administrator and with the selection of a permanent city administrator.
Mayor Bogdala Says Recent Improvements Prevented Major Flooding
Kenosha Mayor David Bogdala discussed recent heavy rains that overwhelmed the city’s water system, leading to the discharge of excess water into Lake Michigan. The mayor told the WLIP Morning show that the city’s wastewater plant, capable of handling 22 million gallons daily, faced over 200 million gallons during a recent storm.
10 Days, More Than a Dozen Events Across South Milwaukee: It’s Heritage Days And Much More!
Today begins my favorite time of year! Learn more on the blog’s Events page. And I’ll see you around town. Thursday, July 18: Downtown Market Music, Larry Lynn & the Decade Band and South Milwaukee Youth Theatre performance. Details. Friday, July 19: Ferch’s Beachside Summer Music-Zakk Daniel, 5:30-8...
Living Here, July 17, 2024
LIVING HERE – Lisa Otto, feature reporter. Lake Geneva City Council votes to charge a non-profit organization that applied for a complimentary one-time use of the Riviera Ballroom. Allen Dennis, with MYAC on behalf of Midwest Young Artists, filed the request for an event, as he has done in...
The Village of Greendale is seeking the community's help to design a new playground
The Village of Greendale is asking for Greendale residents to help select new playground equipment for Community Center Park. Greendale posted on its official Facebook page that the Village Board is looking for guidance from residents for the project, which will include installing new, ADA-compliant equipment. ...
Front Page, July 17, 2024
The City of Milwaukee will be busy during the Republican National Convention, and some other Wisconsin destinations are expecting new crowds in their towns as well. About an hour south of the main convention, Lake Geneva will be a secondary hub for the RNC, with some delegates taking advantage of our popular summer destination.
Little Gems, July 17, 2024
Lake Geneva’s new Harbor Master Erick Nicia gave his report and introduction at last week’s Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront meeting. Nicia took over the harbor master duties last month as the previous harbor master Steve Russell ended his position on June 17th. Erick graduated from Badger High School in 2013 and lives in Waukesha. He is currently a graduate student of environmental public health at UW Milwaukee. Nicia is a medical sergeant in the Wisconsin Army National Guard. Erick looks forward to meeting and serving the residents of Lake Geneva and creating a safe and inviting lakefront environment.
Cinthia Esqueda sworn in as alder of Racine’s 8th district after West resigned in June
RACINE, WI — Cinthia Esqueda is alder of Racine’s 8th district after she was sworn in Tues., July 16. She replaces Alder Marcus West who resigned in June because he and wife bought a home outside the district. Esqueda helps run her family’s businesses; Supermercado Gran Morelos and...
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