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Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, Kenosha. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gateway Technical College has narrowed 64 applicants for its president search with interviews planned later this month, and World Pack International will move into the former LakeView Tech Academy building in Pleasant Prairie to hire 26 workers. Senator Bob Wirch will host a listening session Friday at North Side Library. WGTD
- ➤ KAFASI is hosting March for Meals Week from March 23 to 27 to support seniors with food and wellness checks via its Meals on Wheels program; local leaders including Mayor Bogdala and County Executive Kerkman will launch daily meal deliveries + invite community members to get involved. Kenosha.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nine local students were honored Monday night at the Common Council meeting for winning the annual 'I Voted' sticker contest; their designs will soon be printed and used for the spring election on April 7 (in partnership with Allegra Kenosha). Kenosha County Eye
- ➤ Nearly 1,400 elementary, middle and high school students will perform at Kenosha Unified School District's 63rd annual orchestra festival, showcasing musical talent from across the community + strengthening local arts engagement. Kenosha News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After Monday’s blizzard closed landfills, Kenosha trash collection was delayed on Tuesday as crews hauled accumulated waste before beginning regular routes — collection ran later than normal and recycling pickup remained on schedule. WLIP
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Snow shoveling today can stress your heart, as the American Heart Association warns; Kenosha resident Nedi Marquez suggests using a knee-based stance (instead of lifting with your back) and a gradual pace to keep safe while clearing driveways. TMJ-4
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Guided Forest Therapy Walk for Stress Relief
2-4 p.m. — Petrifying Springs Park — Cost not specified — Embrace tranquility and reconnect with nature on this mindful forest therapy walk.
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Erik Koskinen Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — The White Lilac — Tickets required — Experience soulful Americana and Midwest roots rock with Erik Koskinen and Milwaukee’s Long Mama.
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Word Up! 90's Trivia Bash
5:30-8:30 p.m. — The Club at Strawberry Creek — Ticket includes dinner — Test your 90's knowledge while supporting local literacy programs with trivia and fun.
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