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Downtown Village Green

May. 12, 2020

Conceptual Plan Teaser Video With approximately 180 acres of land, generally located at Springbrook Road and Hwy 165, we are excited to share with you the teaser video for the concept of our downtown Village Green Center! To see the 29-second clip: rinka.com/vgc. Be sure to like our Facebook page to keep up to date on area happenings! Special thanks to the Village of Pleasant Prairie and the Downtown Planning Committee (comprised of our residents) for the work they continue to put into this project - it shows! RINKA Awarded Master Planning and Master Developer Today the Pleasant Prairie…

HARIBO

May. 11, 2020

HARIBO Manufacturing Plant (Phase 1) On Monday, May 11, 2020, facility plans were approved by the Village of Pleasant Prairie. This will be HARIBO's first-ever North American plant. Groundbreaking is anticipated to take place in September 2020 with construction following thereafter. After Phase 1, there may be up to 385 full-time employees hired. Learn more... HARIBO Sale Agreement Finalized On Tuesday, February 4, 2020, HARIBO, the World's leading manufacturer of gummi treats, finalized the property acquisition from the Village of Pleasant Prairie. We're excited for the community as this…

Kroger's

May. 11, 2020

Final Site and Operational Plans Approved The development will become an automated grocery and home delivery facility that will serve customers in Wisconsin, northern Illinois, and northwest Indiana. The Plan Commission, on Monday, May 11, conditionally approved Final Site and Operational Plans for the interior build-out of Kroger’s Pleasant Prairie Fulfillment Center. Learn more... Facility Could Employ Up to 700 People in Approximately Five Years Preliminary Site and Operational Plans were approved on February 24, 2020, for the proposed Kroger automated grocery and home-delivery facility…

Froedtert Hospital

Apr. 15, 2020

The Pleasant Prairie Plan Commission has approved the Site and Operational Plans for a 6,700 sq.ft. addition and a 12,000 sq.ft. interior renovation to the newly built Froedtert Hospital in Pleasant Prairie. The Cancer Care Clinic project is anticipated to conclude in the fall of 2021 and is expected to add eight full-time and part-time positions. Learn More…

Kenosha County Coronavirus Update

Mar. 12, 2020

We know that the top concern on everyone's mind is COVID-19 - the Coronavirus. It's certainly not 'business as usual' for anyone. We encourage visitors and residents to enjoy our amenities, but also continue to take safety measures while doing so. Our attractions, restaurants, and accommodations are taking additional measures to ensure a clean, safe experience for everyone. We care about your welfare and want to be sure you are connecting with the best resources for up-to-date information. Travel safe, play it smart, and take a look at the following resources: CDC Froedtert South COVID-19…

Aurora Health Care

Mar. 11, 2020

Aurora Health Care Facility to Begin Accepting Patients in June 2020 In June 2020, the new Aurora Health Care ambulatory surgery center and physician offices in the Prairie Highlands Corporate Park, in Pleasant Prairie, WI will begin accepting patients. Designed to preserve the natural woodlands and wetlands, this site is not only aesthetically pleasing, it's services will help meet the growing health care needs of area residents. Learn More…

El Camino Restaurant

Mar. 10, 2020

Site and Operational Plans for El Camino Restaurant Approved We've got another sign of things to come! The Site and Operational Plans for El Camino Restaurant, which will be located in the building formerly known as Famous Dave's Restaurant, will include an outdoor dining area and serve dishes that are a blend of Mexican, East Asian, and American cuisine. Learn More…

Iguana Wana

Mar. 06, 2020

Choosing Pleasant Prairie After selling their popular Libertyville, Ill. restaurant,Casa Bonita, owners Patrick and Alicia Patterson set their sights on Pleasant Prairie to build something bigger and better: Iguana Wana. Read more..…

Nexus Manufacturing

Nov. 11, 2019

Preliminary Plans Approved for Nexus Manufacturing Building Shell This multi-phase, multi-year project is expected to be completed in ten years. Phase one plans consist of constructing an $85 million three-story manufacturing facility, containing approximately 84,450 square feet on the 16-acre property. Phase one construction is expected to be completed in 2021 and is anticipated to employ 70 full-time and 5 part-time employees working during three shifts. Commercial production is expected to commence in 2022. Learn more... Nexus Construction Underway Nexus' Project Tomorrow is an amazing…

Fresenius Kabi

Aug. 20, 2019

The Pleasant Prairie Plan Commission considered and approved final site and operational plans for Fresenius Kabi on Monday, August 12, 2019. The project will include construction of a 590,525 square foot regional office and pharmaceutical storage and processing facility to be located at 11900 122nd Street in Stateline 94 Corporate Park. The project is planned to be completed in spring of 2020. Learn more..…