Patricia May Swenson, 85, died peacefully Friday, November 1st at The Woods of Caledonia. She was born in Coleraine, MN, on October 29, 1934, daughter of the late Wilfred and May (Nee: LeClair) Yelle. Pat graduated from Greenway High School “Class of 1952” where she was recognized into the National Honor Society. In these early […]
Monthly Archives: November 2019
Posted inDevelopment, Local news, Real Estate
$624K Victorian Italianate Presents ‘Remarkable History’
RACINE, WI — Take a look inside this remarkable historic Racine brick high Victorian Italianate. This stunning home situated on a tree-lined original brick street, is a Registered National Historic Home. Exceptional East Lake style ornate trim, decorative wood bays, verandas, and barge boards. Carved stone window arches with original windows. Large covered front porch […]
Posted inBusiness, Local news
Become a Racine County Eye supporter today
The Racine County Eye turned six years old this week. I can’t believe how far we’ve come. We’ve grown the site from having no audience to having more than 50,000 people visit the news website every month. But I also know that we could do a lot more and the only thing holding us back […]
Posted inCommunity, Obituaries
Neal DeGarmo enjoyed business and politics
Neal K. DeGarmo of Racine died Monday, October 14th. He joins his wife Alayne of 64 years after only 80 days of being apart. Neal and Alayne, as minors, and were married in Idaho on their way to start lives in California. They had one child, Lynn. Both Neal and Alayne earned college degrees and […]
Posted inElections, Government, Local news, Politics
Is There A Fall 2019 Election In Wisconsin?
MILWAUKEE, WI — If you’re looking at the calendar and wondering whether you’re missing out on fall election season in Wisconsin, don’t fret — there isn’t a major election in the Badger State until 2020. According to the Wisconsin Election Commission, here are the next election dates in Wisconsin: Spring Primary: February 18, 2020 Spring […]
Posted inCommunity, Obituaries
Elaine Pinta enjoyed crocheting and shopping
Elaine H. Pinta, 71, died Saturday, October 26th at Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s Hospital in Milwaukee. She was born in Racine, January 9, 1948, daughter of the late Thomas and Adelaide (Nee: Fisher) Pinta and was a lifelong resident. Elaine enjoyed crocheting, her pets, and shooting pool with her friends. She will be dearly missed. […]
Posted inAdopt-a-Pet, Community, Pets
Loca is A Playful Pup Ready For A New Home
Loca loves to have fun and is the life of every party! This playful girl is still working on her manners and is hoping to find a home without children under the age of 8 and without any other dogs. Loca is just 2 years old and is ready to learn the ropes in her […]
Posted inCommunity, Obituaries
Carol Snyder loved to read and bake
Carol J. Snyder, 80, dies peacefully at her home with her family by her side on Tuesday, October 29th. Carol was a proud graduate of St. Catherine’s High School “Class of 1957”. On September 10, 1966, she married the love of her life, David A. Snyder at St. Patrick Catholic Church. They shared fifty-three beautiful […]
Posted inCommunity, Obituaries
Margaret Zirbes enjoyed time with her family
Margaret Carolyn (Sechrist) Zirbes passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 27, 2019, in New Berlin, WI. She was born in Centralia, MO to the Reverend Frank and Lillian (Lehnhoff) Sechrist. Margaret was predeceased by her parents, sisters Elizabeth Sechrist Carlson and Frances Sechrist Kottke, former husband Thomas Zirbes and daughter Sara Zirbes. Survivors include daughters […]
Posted inDating, Life
How are you communicating with your partner?
Being a professional Matchmaker, I get to hear a lot of stories and sadly, everyone has weathered these “storms.” The more I hear, the more I realize that we are so much more the same than we are different. One of my male friends was sharing a story about a woman who he recently met. […]
Posted inHome, Life
Seven Affordable Ways to Update Your Home
If you’re tired of looking at the same old home décor, it’s time to make some changes to freshen things up and bring some life back into your home. You don’t necessarily have to spend a ton of money and time to keep your home up to date with the latest trends. Take advantage of […]
Posted inHome, Life
How to Dress Up Your Baseboard Radiator Space
If you live in a small home or apartment, you must make the most out of every inch of usable space. Unfortunately, this isn’t always possible in areas that have radiators. Unsightly and immovable, these heaters often limit what you can do with your space, preventing you from fully implementing your style. Learn how to effectively dress up […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Culture
Writing Your Truth classes to start Nov. 18
Finding your inner voice, letting it develop into one of authority and allowing that voice to be heard is a powerful act. So what’s your story? Racine County Eye owner Denise Lockwood will host two five-week long writing classes called Writing Your Truth, finding your inner voice through short stories. In a small group setting […]
Posted inLocal news, Police and fire
Early Morning Single-Vehicle Crash Leads To 2 Drunk Driving Arrests
By Bill Houston Yorkville, WI — The report of a crash in the 17300 block of Durand Ave. shortly before 2 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 2 led to 2 separate arrests for drunk driving. When deputies from the Racine County Sheriff’s Department arrived on the scene of the crash they discovered a telephone pole knocked over, […]
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