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Kenosha
Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Good morning, Kenosha. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kemper Center Inc. is seeking a new administrator to manage rentals, staff, volunteers and fundraising at a lakefront venue (which includes the Anderson Arts Center) after last fall's hire proved a poor fit; the job pays $40,000 to $45,000 while County Executive Samantha Kerkman will review park partner contracts soon. WGTD
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The KUSD board voted Tuesday night to install walk-through metal detectors in all six high school buildings after recent weapon-related incidents, recommending spending $473,500 on 18 units and 15 handheld wands — a move welcomed by parents. TMJ-4
- ➤ Fourth and fifth-grade students will compete in school bees on March 3 after studying 50 influential Black Americans, with one student per school advancing to a districtwide bee on March 5 at Mahone Middle School (6900 60th St.) while art and writing contest winners are honored. Kenosha.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A 65-year-old Kenosha County man fell from his bed and was left helpless on the floor until his daughter found him, prompting specialists at Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital to perform rare, life-saving procedures (including heart and leg repairs) that have set him on the path to recovery. Kenosha.com
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Kiara, a 2½-year-old black pup, is available for adoption at the WHS Kenosha Campus. She has been spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped and adopters can name their own fee when welcoming her into their home. Kenosha.com
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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.
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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.
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Open House at KTEC Schools
5-6 p.m. — KTEC Schools of Innovation 4K-12 — Free entry — Explore educational opportunities at the KTEC open house event.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Desire is a contract you make with yourself to be unhappy until you get what you want.
~ Naval Ravikant
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