Good morning, Kenosha.

Karen Ovitt, a Kenosha native, celebrated 50 years as a school crossing guard and was honored Friday with a commendation for her dedicated service that has kept children safe at several local schools — her steady work supports generations of students.

Community groups, businesses, bands, and performers have until Friday, Feb.

20 to submit entries for the Eric Olson Memorial St. Patrick’s Day Parade, which is scheduled for Saturday, March 14 at 10:45 a.m. The parade will start at 50th Street and Seventh Avenue and end at Library Park.

The City of Kenosha extended the deadline for entries to the 2026 Eri Olson Memorial St. Patrick’s Day parade, giving locals extra time to register before the event later this year.

Naly’s Floral Shop has been busy receiving Valentine’s Day orders & on Thursday, Feb.

12, owner Naly Jasengnou showcased her shop’s arrangements to help locals prepare for the holiday.

Luna’s Groceries opens on South Park Street in the Village at Park, offering a mix of Latino and American food & a new 6,000-sqft store that is three times larger than its Southwest Side location.

Shoppers can expect more variety in this expanded space.

A new coffee shop may soon open on 22nd Avenue on Kenosha's north side after the City Plan Commission voted to rezone the property to allow DSCO — a move that clears the way for local entrepreneurial efforts.

A water main break flooded the basement of the Rhode Center for the Arts in downtown Kenosha yesterday, damaging props plus ruining a sump pump.

Volunteers are requested for the upcoming Wednesday work day as Lakeside Players plan to open Friday night's production.

Mark Chestnut from Kenosha has attended eight Winter Olympics since 1992 and is now passing his Olympic passion to his daughter Madison at the Games in Milan, exchanging pins and memories of international friendship.

The new Jonathan Delagrave Youth Development and Care Center (48 beds, 70 staff) is now at capacity after opening last spring to replace an outdated facility.

Director Hope Otto said it uses a fresh youth brain development approach to help teens, with Kenosha County as a key partner.

Kenosha Restaurant Week

Feb 21, 12 PM – Mar 2, 3 AM — Various Locations in Kenosha — Price varies — Indulge in culinary delights from diverse eateries across Kenosha County.

Family Forensic Night

5:30-7 p.m. — Washington Middle School — Free entry — Dive into forensic science with local police for an engaging evening of crime-solving skills.

HORSEPOWER IV Pro Wrestling Extravaganza

7:30-10:00 p.m. — Mahone Middle School — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying evening of pro wrestling with former WWE stars and community spirit.