Thousands Gather at Mighty Grand Dairy for Annual Kenosha County Dairy Breakfast

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Mighty Grand Dairy Cow Saturday
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Brighton, Wis. – More than 2,500 people flocked to Mighty Grand Dairy on Saturday morning to celebrate Wisconsin’s signature industry at the annual Kenosha County Dairy Breakfast.

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Farm Equipment Displaying American Flag
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The event featured a full farm breakfast, family-friendly activities, and appearances from a long list of local and state leaders. Guests were treated to scrambled eggs with ham and cheese, pancakes, muffins, yogurt, milk, juice, and Culver’s ice cream—all for $10 a ticket.

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Myron Daniels and Family Saturday
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The Daniels family, owners of Mighty Grand Dairy, welcomed the community to their farm at 22811 18th St. in the Town of Brighton. The event ran from 6:30 to 10:30 a.m. and was hosted in partnership with the Kenosha County Dairy Promotion Board.

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County Executive Samantha Kerkman
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County Executive Samantha Kerkman took the stage to kick off the morning alongside State Rep. Amanda Nedweski, Sheriff David Zoerner, District Attorney Xavier Solis, Congressman Bryan Steil, and County Board Supervisor John Poole.

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“Here in Kenosha County, we have over 2,300 dairy cows farmed by 11 different dairy farms,” said Kerkman. “That number has gone down, but the farms that remain are producing more.”

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She proclaimed June as Dairy Month in Kenosha County, emphasizing that Wisconsin’s dairy industry generates more than $45 billion annually for the state’s economy.

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Kerkman thanked the Daniels family as well as Heather Daniels, Tina Elfering, and Daniel Elfering—applauding their efforts in making the event a success.

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Congressman Bryan Steil Issuing Congressional Proclamation
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Congressman Steil presented a congressional certificate of recognition to the Daniels family.

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“What a great day to be out on the farm,” Steil said. “It’s important for families to see firsthand the hard work that goes into dairy farming, especially right here in Kenosha County.”

Also attending were Bristol School board President Tina Elfering, County Board Supervisor Keith Gray and Joanne Gray, Bristol School Board Treasurer and Republican Party of Kenosha County Chair Sandy Weidemeyer.

Next year’s event is already on the calendar and will be held at Spoerlein Farm.

State, County and Federal Elected Leaders Saturday
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Pancake Volunteers
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Omelette Volunteers
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Mighty Grand Dairy Farm Cows
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Mighty Grand Dairy Tractor
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Tractor Rides
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Grain Silos
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Kari and Duane O’Keefe, Volunteers
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Republican Party of Kenosha County Chair Sandy Wiedemeyer and
Bristol School Board Treasurer Joanne Gray Volunteering Saturday
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District Attorney Xavier Solis
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District Attorney Xavier Solis and 1st District GOP Vice Chair Katie Verzal
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County Executive Samantha Kerkman and County Board Member Keith Gray
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Assistant District Attorney Douglas Haney
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State Rep Amanda Nedweski Volunteering Saturday
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Jadyn Eisenbraun and 2025 Fairest of the Fair Kaelie Billingsley
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Young Volunteer
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Mighty Grand Dairy Staff/Family
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Tina Elfering, Elfering Farms and President, Bristol School Board
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State Rep Amanda Nedweski
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Congressman Bryan Steil
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State Rep Amanda Nedweski, Congressman Bryan Steil, and RPKC Chair Sandy Wiedemeyer
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Kevin Mathewson

Kevin Mathewson is a disciple of Christ, husband and a father to two wonderful children. Mathewson was born and raised in Lake County, IL and worked as a police & fire dispatcher from 2005 to 2010 in Round Lake Beach, IL. Mathewson moved to Kenosha County in 2006, later being elected to the position of Alderman of the 8th District in 2012 and 2016. Mathewson is a private investigator, security contractor, journalist, and photographer. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, camping and boating. His favorite amendment is the second, followed closely by the first. He loves his country and community.

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Anonymous says:

June 15, 2025 at 4:45 AM

It was a great time, as always!

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GG says:

June 15, 2025 at 10:43 AM

Outstanding coverage and photos.
Great job Kevin👍🏻👍🏻

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June 15, 2025 at 7:49 PM

Next year’s breakfast will be at Spoerlein Farms, not Spur Line.

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  June 15, 2025 at 7:52 PM
  
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