Good morning, Kenosha.

A holiday toy drive organized by 13-year-old Jaxson Thomas—who recently received a governor’s service award—and 19-year-old Jadyn Eisenbraun is collecting toy donations at nine local drop-off sites and via an Amazon wish list until December 2; a benefit for the Shalom Center and the Sharing Center will take place this Saturday at Union Park Tavern at 6 p.m. with a $5 cover charge and donated beverage sales to aid local families in need.

UAW Local 72’s workers and retirees donated $25,000 to Shalom Center, a shelter, soup kitchen and food pantry in Kenosha that helps residents in need.

The money will support center services as rising costs force more families to struggle—ensuring they get help with food and basic needs.

Kroger announced on Tuesday that it will close three automated fulfillment centers in Pleasant Prairie, Frederick, and Groveland in January to speed up delivery and reduce costs—adding a $2.6 billion charge with an expected boost of $400 million in e-commerce profit in 2026.

The move comes as the company shifts focus to using its 2,700 stores to fulfill most delivery orders more quickly.

Prairie Lane Elementary School in Kenosha was honored as a Wisconsin Blue Ribbon School by the Department of Public Instruction for strong academics and community teamwork—reflecting years of innovative teaching and high expectations from staff, students, and families.

State Rep. Amanda Nedweski backed a package of voluntary school reform bills to help districts with fewer students and rising costs—measures that boost consolidation aid by 1000% and offer grants for resource sharing—while keeping local control.

A Pleasant Prairie couple challenged village regulations after they were cited for keeping 15 chickens on their three-and-a-half acre property that is not zoned for agricultural use.

Their trial was postponed to spring after the citation was amended for vagueness—village officials said the current standards will remain in effect as they await possible state changes.

City officials heard from 19 residents at a public comment session who expressed concerns that the proposed Microsoft AI data center could strain local water supplies and drive up electricity costs.

Some speakers called for more transparency and legislation requiring voter approval—suggesting the project be delayed until full due diligence is completed.

Rousey is a 3-year-old brindle pup weighing just under 100 pounds who has been spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped at the Wisconsin Humane Society Kenosha Campus where she is available for adoption—she brings playful energy and a zest for life to potential families.

St. Joseph Catholic Academy's football team got an emotional send-off today as they headed to Camp Randall Stadium in Madison to compete in the WIAA State Championship.

Coach Matt Rizzo said the players' strong bond drives the team (built on years of practice) and the community cheered as they anticipate bringing home the trophy (a landmark moment for the school).

Kenosha Art Market

On Saturday and Sunday, 10am-4pm in the Faulkner Building at Kemper Center, 6501 3rd Ave, Kenosha, shop local art: paintings, drawings, prints, jewelry, garden art and Christmas ornaments. Some pictured on the KAA Facebook page.

Gateway Technical College Craft Fair

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Gateway Technical College - Kenosha Campus — Booth registration starts at $100 — Browse over 100 booths featuring local artists and crafters at this festive holiday fair.