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The Kenosha County Board has approved the 2025 county budget, bringing both property tax relief and new investments in local services.

Homeowners with median-valued properties will see taxes drop by $2.83, marking the fourth year in a row of reductions.

Public safety and human services are receiving new focus, including a dedicated social worker embedded with the Sheriff’s Department to support behavioral health calls.

Major infrastructure improvements feature restoration of the Ceremonial Courtroom, powered by over $2 million in private donations, along with plans to expand Highway K and upgrade Highway W for better safety and traffic flow.

County Executive Samantha Kerkman and Board Chairman Monica M. Yuhas praised the partnership driving this balanced budget, which supports critical services and maintains the county’s AAA bond rating.

These measures aim to benefit Kenosha County residents today and foster a strong, sustainable future.

Kenosha County’s beloved golf courses, Brighton Dale Links and Petrifying Springs Golf Course, will open for the 2026 season on Tuesday, March 24.

County Executive Samantha Kerkman celebrated the courses’ rising popularity after a record-breaking year, emphasizing Kenosha County’s pride in its premier golf destinations.

Brighton Dale Links features 45 holes, including the 18-hole Blue Spruce and White Birch layouts, plus the nine-hole Red Pine course.

Improvements completed in 2025, led by Golf Director Jim Wallace, have enhanced the practice facilities, boosting the overall player experience.

The historic Petrifying Springs Golf Course offers 18 holes set against a picturesque landscape, with a clubhouse dating back to 1936.

Last year, the two courses hosted over 121,000 rounds of golf.

Golfer excitement is high as Kenosha County’s courses promise outstanding experiences for players of every skill level in 2026.

A major Kenosha industrial property has been sold for an impressive $35.5 million, highlighting the region's booming real estate market.

The facility is the 354,000-square-foot headquarters for lighting manufacturer Kenall, located at 10200 55th Street.

Kenall, now a brand within the French company Legrand, will continue its operations on-site, meaning no disruption for the local workforce.

The sale price represents a significant jump from its last sale in 2019 for approximately $29.3 million.

This sharp increase in value reflects the intense demand for prime industrial assets along the I-94 corridor.

While the new owner has not been publicly identified, the high-value transaction confirms Kenosha's powerful draw for national and international investors seeking stable, high-performing properties in southeastern Wisconsin.

The Kenosha Unified School District board has new leadership following a recent organizational meeting.

Dr. Carl Bryan has been officially elected as the new school board president.

This transition follows the community's April elections and marks a pivotal moment as the district prepares for the upcoming academic year.

As president, Dr. Bryan is now tasked with guiding the board's agenda, which includes setting district policies, managing the budget, and upholding educational standards.

The direction of the board under his leadership will be closely watched by families throughout Kenosha, Somers, and Pleasant Prairie.

In one of its first actions, the newly organized board authorized a funding proposal aimed at enhancing security at school entrances, highlighting an ongoing commitment to student and staff safety.

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