Good morning, Kenosha.

Residents voiced concern at a packed forum at the Rhode Center for the Arts on Highway 142 regarding a proposed Microsoft data center — critics questioned water usage, energy demand and noise while city officials defended the project with promises of strict reviews.

Today, downtown traffic adjusts with road closures and parking restrictions as officials set safe routes for thousands going to the Celebrate America festival on July 3 and 4 near the harbor.

The event offers live music, carnival rides, and a fireworks show at 9:30 p.m. over the lakefront + shuttles.

Veronique V. Tran started as Gateway Technical College’s new president Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. to lead the nation’s oldest publicly funded technical college (she previously served as a vice provost at Dallas College) as the board transitions from interim leader Morgan Phillips.

Kenosha Unified is planning town hall-style meetings later this month to gather community input as it considers hiring an external firm for a staffing review.

The school board postponed the referendum for exceeding levy limits until spring (to better build public trust).

Kenosha is accepting third quarter Hometown Heroes Award nominations to honor military veterans and active service members with deep local ties; nominees must be native, live in, or have a 10-year history in the city, and submissions are open until Aug.

28 with forms available by calling +2626534000 or online.

Logan Ramey's Tribute to Elvis

3-7 p.m. — BB's Pub — Cost not specified — Experience the high-energy performance of Logan Ramey honoring the legendary Elvis Presley.

Nike Basketball Camp at Pleasant Prairie RecPlex

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Pleasant Prairie RecPlex — $399 — Develop your basketball skills in a fun and supportive environment with top-notch coaching.