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Kenosha County warns Highway W closure; advises earlier arrival for fairgoers

Kenosha County Executive · August 7, 2026
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County Executive Samantha Kirkman warned that Highway W will be closed during the fair and urged visitors coming from the south/Illinois to plan extra travel time; she also apologized for dust at the fairgrounds.

Kenosha County Executive Samantha Kirkman warned visitors coming from the south, including from Illinois, that Highway W will be closed during the fair and advised travelers to plan to arrive earlier on busy days. Kirkman also apologized for dust created by work at the site.

"If you're coming from the South, if you're coming from the Illinois area, Highway W is going to be closed this year," Kirkman said, urging attendees to plan accordingly. County officials recommended checking routes and allowing extra time for travel on the fair's busiest days.