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Kenosha
Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Kenosha. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers are key to Bray Center food pantry operations today (branch director Karon Thomas said the pantry relies on their steady support) as community needs are met. Kenosha News
- ➤ More than 150 local first responders and public service workers were honored Tuesday at the third annual Service Members Brunch at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom in downtown Kenosha, where attendees enjoyed a complimentary brunch at The 1844 Table & Mash. Kenosha County Eye
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gateway's horticulture students display their floral designs in the Garden Room near Students Commons on campus this evening. A public reception runs from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. today with voting open until tomorrow at 4 p.m. (4th Art in Bloom event). WGTD
- ➤ Peter and Kathleen Barca will receive the 2026 Shebaniah B. Judah Signature Award from the Mahone Foundation during its 26th ceremony in Kenosha. Kenosha News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gateway College remains focused on hiring a new president as board Treasurer Nicole Oberlin+ who resigned amid false travel claims in 2019 still serves; board President Jason Tadlock defended her role and said that county officials handle board member screenings. Kenosha County Eye
- ➤ UW-Parkside will host the event titled Power and Perception: Democracy, Enforcement and Trust in U.S. Courts on Thursday, Apr. 16 at 7 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom in Somers (the event will examine how courts build public trust). Kenosha News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City of Kenosha honored student winners of its 'I Voted' sticker contest - their artwork appeared on official election stickers for the April 7 Spring Election. Kenosha News
- ➤ State Senate District 11 candidate Sandy Wiedmeyer will host a fundraiser at D’s Barn in Bristol on April 20 at 6 p.m., featuring homemade barbecue + axe throwing, arcade games, pool tables and a cash bar with ticket options from $30 to $200. Kenosha County Eye
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Residents are invited to attend a free advance care planning event on Thursday, April 16 from 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Froedtert South Kenosha Clinic (ABC Conference Room, 6308 8th Ave) where experts will help them complete their Advance Directive. Kenosha.com
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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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