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County Executive News Releases

Posted on: May 23, 2012

[ARCHIVED] New foster homes help fill the void, Kreuser says; Great need continues for new homes

Kenosha County Executive Jim Kreuser said he is not surprised that Kenosha County families heeded the call when a foster home emergency was declared in December.

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Other News in County Executive News Releases

Kenosha County Household Hazardous Waste Program 2024 Collection Event is June 1

Posted on: April 12, 2024

Saturdays in the Park with Sam event to be held April 13 at Kenosha County Veterans Memorial Park

Posted on: April 8, 2024

County Executive, Mayor to honor the late Katherine Marks at March 23 event

Posted on: March 19, 2024

Highway Director Clement Abongwa to leave Kenosha County for position in Dane County

Posted on: February 29, 2024

Next Coffee and Cocoa with Kerkman is Feb. 17 at Kemper Center

Posted on: February 15, 2024

‘Coffee and Cocoa with Kerkman’ event with Mayor Antaramian is Saturday, Jan. 6

Posted on: January 2, 2024

Kerkman announces appointment of Michael Bastianelli as county’s Chief Information Officer

Posted on: December 27, 2023

Parks Director Matthew Collins appointed Public Works Director for Village of Whitefish Bay

Posted on: December 19, 2023

UPDATED: Kerkman to host inaugural county tree-lighting event on Dec. 2

Posted on: November 27, 2023

Coffee & Cocoa with Kerkman, carolers to be held Thursday at Brookside Care Center

Posted on: November 27, 2023

Statement on the future of the Kenosha County Racial and Ethnic Equity Commission

Posted on: November 15, 2023

Kerkman signs 2024 budget following unanimous County Board approval

Posted on: November 10, 2023

Kenosha Joint Services, Kenosha County receive state grants to enhance 911 system

Posted on: November 1, 2023

Kerkman statement on retirement of Judge Schroeder

Posted on: October 27, 2023

Kerkman presents 2024 budget with focus on public safety, fiscal responsibility

Posted on: October 3, 2023

Kenosha County, project partners break ground on Human Services Building relocation

Posted on: September 27, 2023

Boundless Adventures to host Veterans Climb event Oct. 6

Posted on: September 20, 2023

Kenosha County Parks Fall Wheel Ride is Saturday, Sept. 23

Posted on: September 19, 2023

Jim Wallace appointed, confirmed to lead Kenosha County Golf operation

Posted on: September 8, 2023

Old Settlers Oktoberfest returns to Old Settlers Park on Sept. 9

Posted on: September 6, 2023

County Executive Cup golf outing to benefit Junior Golf programs is Sept. 12

Posted on: August 30, 2023

Kenosha, McHenry County leaders pledge support for proposed trail link

Posted on: August 24, 2023

County government to offer information, resources at Kenosha County Fair

Posted on: August 14, 2023

Kenosha County retains top-tier AAA bond rating with S&P Global

Posted on: August 11, 2023

Kerkman announces appointment of Interim Chief Information Officer

Posted on: August 10, 2023

Kenosha County to mark National Night Out with events on Tuesday, Aug. 1

Posted on: July 28, 2023

Next Saturdays in the Park with Sam event is July 15 at Silver Lake Park Beach

Posted on: July 10, 2023

County Human Services resources to be available at July 12 Movie Night at ELCA Outreach Center

Posted on: July 7, 2023

Kerkman statement on state shared revenue package

Posted on: June 20, 2023

Kerkman announces appointment of Rebecca Dutter as Assistant Human Services Director

Posted on: June 16, 2023

2023 Saturdays in the Park with Sam series to begin June 10 at new Petrifying Springs playground

Posted on: June 7, 2023

Kenosha County Bike-to-Work Weeks are June 3-17

Posted on: June 1, 2023

Kenosha County Veterans Honor Portal debuts Veterans History section

Posted on: May 26, 2023

County to host veterans appreciation picnic on June 2

Posted on: May 19, 2023

Kerkman statement on KABA President announcement

Posted on: May 19, 2023

Kerkman’s State of the County address outlines year of successes, future plans

Posted on: May 16, 2023

Kerkman statement on state shared revenue proposal

Posted on: April 27, 2023

Drug Take Back Day events result in hundreds of pounds collected, at least one life saved

Posted on: April 25, 2023

Local Drug Take Back Day events to be held Saturday in Kenosha, Bristol

Posted on: April 19, 2023

Kerkman looks back, ahead upon reaching one-year mark in office

Posted on: April 18, 2023

Kerkman announces appointees to fill vacancies on Racial and Ethnic Equity Commission

Posted on: April 10, 2023

Study outlines path to attracting, retaining high-quality county workforce

Posted on: March 28, 2023

Brighton Dale Links and Petrifying Springs Golf Course to open for 2023 season

Posted on: March 24, 2023

Racial and Ethnic Equity Commission application deadline extended

Posted on: March 21, 2023

New pact allows for Kenosha County mental health detentions at nearby Lake County facility

Posted on: March 10, 2023

Applications, nominations sought for 2 seats on county’s Racial and Ethnic Equity Commission

Posted on: March 7, 2023

Kerkman announces appointees to Racial and Ethnic Equity Commission

Posted on: March 3, 2023

Kerkman appointed to National Association of Counties committee on public safety

Posted on: March 1, 2023

Kerkman statement on Feb. 22-23 ice storm response

Posted on: February 24, 2023

Kenosha County extends deadline to take internet speed test

Posted on: February 20, 2023

Kenosha, Racine county executives issue joint proclamation celebrating food bank partnership

Posted on: February 17, 2023

Next ‘Coffee and Cocoa with Kerkman’ event is Feb. 18

Posted on: February 15, 2023

Wisconsin insurance commissioner tours Kenosha County flood mitigation efforts

Posted on: February 6, 2023

Kerkman announces creation of Kenosha County Broadband Advisory Committee

Posted on: February 1, 2023

Kerkman statement on governor’s State of the State address

Posted on: January 25, 2023

Kenosha County Household Hazardous Waste Program 2023 Collection Event is May 20

Posted on: January 23, 2023

Next ‘Coffee and Cocoa with Kerkman’ event is Jan. 21

Posted on: January 15, 2023

Kenosha County Parks apparel now available for purchase

Posted on: January 13, 2023

Kerkman announces formation of Opioid Settlement Advisory Panel

Posted on: December 19, 2022

Municipal leaders issue call to action: Take online speed test

Posted on: December 6, 2022

Coalition announces multi-disciplinary response to targeted school violence prevention

Posted on: December 2, 2022

County Executive announces wintertime ‘Coffee and Cocoa with Kerkman’ office hours

Posted on: November 23, 2022

Kenosha County urges residents, businesses to take internet speed test

Posted on: November 11, 2022

Park roads dedicated for former Rep. Cloyd Porter, Karow family

Posted on: November 7, 2022

County Executive's statement on County Board adoption of 2023 budget

Posted on: November 3, 2022

Kenosha County buildings to display green lights in honor of veterans during week of Nov. 7

Posted on: November 3, 2022

Applications, nominations sought for 2 seats on county’s Racial and Ethnic Equity Commission

Posted on: October 17, 2022

Kenosha County Veterans Honor Portal a one-stop shop for information, resources

Posted on: October 14, 2022

Next Saturdays in the Park with Sam is Oct. 15 at Bristol Woods Park

Posted on: October 10, 2022

Kerkman emphasizes partnerships in 2023 budget address

Posted on: October 4, 2022

Petrifying Springs Park and Biergarten to host Flannel Fest, Jockey Undie Run on Oct. 8

Posted on: September 30, 2022

Habush Habush & Rottier donates $100,000 for restoration of Kenosha County's Ceremonial Courtroom

Posted on: September 28, 2022

Next Saturdays in the Park with Sam is Sept. 24 at Petrifying Springs Park

Posted on: September 19, 2022

Oktoberfest returns to Petrifying Springs Biergarten this Friday-Sunday, Sept. 16-18

Posted on: September 13, 2022

Brighton Dale Links to mark 50th birthday with Oct. 5 outing

Posted on: September 8, 2022

12th Annual Oktoberfest celebration returns to Old Settlers Park on Sept. 10

Posted on: September 8, 2022

Kenosha, Racine County executives partner on Overdose Awareness Day event

Posted on: September 1, 2022

Picnic in the Park at Petrifying Springs Park rescheduled for Saturday, Aug. 27

Posted on: August 25, 2022

Kenosha County government to offer services, executive office hours at County Fair

Posted on: August 15, 2022

Picnic in the Park returns to Petrifying Springs Park Saturday, Aug. 20

Posted on: August 15, 2022

Kenosha County maintains Triple A bond rating

Posted on: August 12, 2022

Kenosha County’s Summer Youth Employment Program marks another season of success

Posted on: August 10, 2022

Kenosha County to mark National Night Out with events on Tuesday, Aug. 2

Posted on: July 29, 2022

Joint statement on water safety in the City and County of Kenosha

Posted on: July 21, 2022

Statement from Kenosha County Executive Samantha Kerkman

Posted on: July 15, 2022

Shelly Billingsley appointed as Kenosha County Public Works Director

Posted on: July 5, 2022

Next Saturdays in the Park with Sam is July 9; new ‘How To’ website tool announced

Posted on: July 1, 2022

Sgt. Christopher Hannah appointed to serve as Kenosha County Emergency Management director

Posted on: June 27, 2022

County Executive Kerkman to host monthly office hours in county parks

Posted on: June 17, 2022

Brookside Care Center, Willowbrook Assisted Living offering employment incentives

Posted on: June 8, 2022

Blue Ribbon Committee seeking private support for historic Ceremonial Courtroom restoration

Posted on: June 3, 2022

Kenosha County Communications Manager Joe Potente receives Excellence Award

Posted on: May 27, 2022

UPDATED LOCATION: Public invited to Inauguration Ceremony for County Executive Kerkman

Posted on: May 20, 2022

Kenosha County Public Works Director Ray Arbet to retire

Posted on: May 4, 2022