By Bill Houston Gai Lorenzen, executive director of the Homeless Assistance Leadership Organization (HALO), Inc., announced she will be retiring from that position in the summer of 2020. Lorenzen joined HALO as interim director in March 2017. During her tenure she oversaw the successful implementation of a new low barrier shelter model. There was also […]
Monthly Archives: October 2019
Posted inBusiness, Local news
Journal Times Building Up For Sale
RACINE, WI — The historical home of the Racine Journal Times daily newspaper is officially up for sale, as the longtime print publication lines up new office space apart from its longtime downtown fixture. Mike Hetland, First Weber Realtor posted the listing on his professional Facebook page this Wednesday. In his post, Weber listed the […]
Posted inCommunity, Obituaries
Thomas Anderson enjoyed spending time with family and friends
Thomas Davis Anderson, 24, died at his home on October 7th. He was born in Racine August 3, 1995, son of Ralph and Margaret (Nee:Reeves) Anderson. Thomas was a student at Gateway Technical College studying and exploring many options. He was a graduate of Wm. Horlick High School “Class of 2013”. He will be dearly […]
Posted inCommunity, Obituaries
Rosemary Wiesner enjoyed golfing and sewing
Rosemary Wiesner, 92, died peacefully, Friday, October 18th. She was born in Racine, April 8, 1927, daughter of the late Elmer and Eva (Nee: Thoriault) Goodnetter. Rosemary was a graduate of Mercy Hospital School of Nursing in 1948. On September 8, 1951 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, she married Giles N. Wiesner who preceded her […]
Posted inDevelopment, Local news, Real Estate
Mount Pleasant-Sturtevant: Check Out 5 Local Homes For Sale
MOUNT PLEASANT-STURTEVANT, WI — On the hunt for a new home, and want to get a better understanding of what’s available near you? Need some assistance in your search? Thanks to our weekly list of new properties in your area, you can stay on top of the scene. Below is a list of the five […]
Posted inGovernment, Local news
U.S. Census Bureau to Hold Recruitment Event
Racine – As plans for the 2020 U.S. Census ramp up, Racine County will host a recruiting event on Wednesday, October 23, for several census-related field positions. The U.S. Census Bureau will hold the event from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the north entrance lobby of the Racine County Dennis Kornwolf Service Center, 1717 […]
Posted inCommunity, Obituaries
Stanley Kropidlowski enjoyed fishing and gardening
Stanley W. Kropidlowski Sr., 87, died on Sunday evening. He was born in Portage, WI on June 2, 1932, son of the late Anton and Elizabeth Kropidlowski. On May 18, 1957, Stan married Shirley M. Jerde. They shared 53 beautiful years together before Shirley preceded him in death in 2010. He was employed with Hamilton […]
Posted inAdopt-a-Pet, Community, Pets
Coco is a Special Girl Looking for an Extra Special Home
Sweet Coco is an adorable 9lb dog looking for an extra special home. This curly-haired beauty is just 6 years old is hoping to find a family that can give her extra time to adjust, lots of love, and patience, as Coco can be very fearful with new people and environments. She is seeking a […]
Posted inPolice and fire
What to Do After a House Fire: A Guide
A fire in your home is a traumatic and frightening experience. Moving on from a fire can seem like an enormous task, and it is. Picking up the pieces and putting your home and life back together is not easy, but you must do it. It doesn’t have to be a daunting task, though; knowing […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Movie reviews
Now Showing: The Addams Family
The Addams Family has been rebooted a number of times, and this incarnation captures more of the original 1960’s T.V. series’ charm than several previous attempts. In particular, Charlize Theron as Morticia and Oscar Issac as Gomez, play the dreadful-ever-after husband and wife duo, alternately expressing their affection with headless roses and skull crushing. Also […]
Posted inCommunity, Non-Profits
United Way of Racine County’s VITA Program Expanding to Public Library
United Way of Racine County is proud to announce a new partnership with the Racine Public Library and the City of Racine that will bring the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program to the library. Racine County residents with low to moderate income levels will now be able to go to the library to receive […]
Posted inCommunity, Obituaries
Margaret Sustachek enjoyed dancing and playing cards
Margaret “Marge” J. Sustachek, 90, died Wednesday at Bay Harbor Assisted Living-Racine. She was born in Racine, December 1, 1928, daughter of the late John and Marie (Nee: Sippel) Gross and had been a lifelong resident. Marge was a proud graduate of St. Catherine’s High School “Class of 1946”. On June 14, 1952 at St. […]
Posted inCommunity, Obituaries
Byron L. Nelson enjoyed sports and music
Byron L. Nelson, 87, died Thursday. He was born in Chicago, IL on November 6, 1931, son of the late Edward and Lydia (nee: Thiede) Nelson. A skilled carpenter by trade, Byron worked with various contractors throughout Racine and was still active until his health was failing him the past five years. In his spare […]
Posted inCommunity, Obituaries
Jeffrey DeLoia enjoyed hunting and fishing
Jeffrey John DeLoia, 67, died Wednesday at Froedtert Memorial Hospital, Milwaukee following a battle with cancer. He was born in Duluth, MN, January 28, 1952, son of Joseph and Lorraine (Nee: Kase) DeLoia. Jeff graduated from Proctor High School “Class of 1970”. He moved to Racine to accept a job with Aaen Performance of Kenosha. […]
Posted inDating, Life
When do you become exclusive?
As a professional matchmaker in the Milwaukee area, I get this question all the time. You’ve been dating a while, 3-6 months, or perhaps even less. You feel that you should perhaps become exclusive, or that you already are. You don’t want to waste anyone’s time, especially your own, and you want to become exclusive. […]
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