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Posted on: February 15, 2024

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

Kenosha County Executive Samantha Kerkman will host her next Coffee and Cocoa with Kerkman event from 10 to 11 a.m. this Saturday at Kemper Center, 6501 Third Ave.

Residents are invited to this informal office hours event to meet with Kerkman and share comments and questions about county government issues.

The event coincides with the Kenosha Public Market’s indoor winter market, which is held at Kemper Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each Saturday through April 27.

⇐Previous Highway Director Clement Abongwa to leave Kenosha County for position in Dane County Next⇒ ‘Coffee and Cocoa with Kerkman’ event with Mayor Antaramian is Saturday, Jan. 6

Other News in County Executive News Releases

Local statements on Eli Lilly acquisition of the Nexus Pharmaceuticals facility in Pleasant Prairie

Posted on: April 25, 2024

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

‘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