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Friday, April 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Kenosha. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families in the area will enjoy many Easter activities starting April 12 as events like the Kenosha Kingfish egg hunt at Simmons Field (10 a.m. to noon) and a Downtown Bunny Hop with Storytime at the Kenosha Public Library open free to the public—additional events include candy drops in Downtown Racine, egg hunts in Bristol and at the Kenosha YMCA plus celebrations at the Racine Zoo on April 19 and a spring egg hunt at Pleasant Prairie’s RecPlex on April 25. These events offer fun, free, and family-friendly ways to celebrate Easter with special activities and prizes for kids and adults alike. Kenosha News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Late Wednesday night, fire crews in Pleasant Prairie responded to a structure fire in the 9100 block of 3rd Avenue, containing the blaze to one bedroom and extinguishing it by 12:39 a.m. Thursday—no injuries were reported and investigators are examining the cause. WLIP
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Microsoft paused part of its data center plans in Mt. Pleasant and early projects on rural land outside Columbus—responding to a lower need for powerful computers—while the Mt. Pleasant project remains on track for next year at a $3.3 billion village investment and no update has been provided on a proposed data center in Kenosha County. WGTD
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 16-year-old accepted a plea agreement on Wednesday after pleading guilty to making terrorist threats and possessing a firearm on school grounds at Indian Trail High School—authorities dropped two misdemeanor charges after a December investigation revealed social media posts showing the suspect with a weapon. WLIP
- ➤ A retail theft blitz at two major Pleasant Prairie shopping centers led to six arrests and 14 criminal charges—ranging from felony theft to possession of THC—by the Pleasant Prairie Police Department with support from regional and federal partners. Kenosha County Eye
- ➤ A neighborhood dispute over an inverted American flag on 22nd Street sparked vandalism of vehicles and a month-long police investigation in the St. Peter’s Park area that ended with no arrests or charges—tensions remain high among local residents. Kenosha County Eye
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Kenosha Transit Commissioner, Andrew Schmidt, is pushing for expanded bus service to Somers to support the growing number of businesses and residents. He will present a resolution at the next meeting on April 21 (5 p.m. at the Municipal Building) urging city and village leaders to explore a partnership for extending the route to key retailers. TMJ-4
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Kenosha County Aging & Disability Resource Center will host free monthly Medicare informational workshops for Medicare-eligible individuals with the next session set for April 23—these sessions will continue over the next six months. Kenosha News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Trivia Night
7-10 p.m. — Public Brewing Company — Free entry — Engage your wits in a fun-filled trivia challenge hosted by Matt & Jay.
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Manion WOD - Elite Endurance
2-6 p.m. — 4211 Green Bay Rd — $34 — Engage in a tribute workout honoring 1st Lt. Travis Manion, grow stronger, and support the community.
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Vegan Wing Night
6-9 p.m. — The Final Girl — Free entry — Savor your favorite crispy vegan wings with a variety of flavorful sauces on a midweek night out.
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May the 4th Be With You Craft Fair
12-6 p.m. — The Final Girl — Free entry — Celebrate Star Wars with crafts, vendors, and a fun community atmosphere.
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