Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 24th of March.
Good morning, Kenosha.
Today, Kenosha Area Family and Aging Services Inc. launched its week-long March for Meals campaign at Westosha Senior Community Center to boost support for Meals on Wheels—a program that delivers 480 hot meals each weekday with the help of over 100 volunteer drivers.
County Executive Samantha Kerkman and Mayor David Bogdala joined ride-alongs with drivers to see firsthand how the service helps Kenosha seniors maintain their independence.
At 3:15 p.m. on March 23rd, four school board candidates spoke on WGTD's Education Matters program about their plans to close a budget gap before two new seats are filled after April 1st—attorney Andreas Mamalakis proposed zero-based budgeting while former board member Carl Bryan called for more efficient spending.
On March 23rd, 2025 at 3:00 p.m., about 200 U.S. Postal Service employees and supporters gathered at Kenosha's Civic Center Park to oppose proposals to privatize the post office.
Christopher Schroeder, president of Local 574, said the planned changes threatened millions of jobs.
Salem Lakes is set to re-elect trustees Pete Poli and Bill Barhyte on April 1—both of whom have pushed back on the village's rising spending and played key roles in saving money through detailed budget reviews since the spring 2023 changes.
Their efforts have included addressing costly projects and ensuring fiscal oversight following significant board turnover and the passing of trustee Kelly Sweeting.
Spring Break Ends - Schools Reopen
Time not specified — KTEC High School — Free entry — The excitement of students returning to campus as spring break concludes.
Go Downtown Kenosha Small Business Bunny Hop
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — The Downtown Building — Free entry — Support local businesses in a festive community hop event.
Anderson Open House Celebration for Carolyn Gagliardi
1-4 p.m. — Anderson Arts Center — Free entry — Explore a historic mansion featuring local art exhibits and unique handcrafted items.
Beauty & The Blade
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Hold My Beer — Free entry — Experience an engaging evening fostering community connections in historical downtown Kenosha.
Pickleball Fundraiser
5:30 - 8:30 p.m. — LifeSport — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of pickleball fun while supporting a great cause.
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