By Denise Lockwood A Racine man was charged with a felony count of possession of a firearm after he was found with an unloaded .22 rifle in October in Island Park. Francisco M De Arce Ceteno, 26, was charged by the Racine County District Attorney’s Office with possession of a firearm contrary to having an […]
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Racine County Real Estate Transfers: Nov. 11 through Nov. 15
In Racine County, 68 properties totaling about $22 million changed hands between Nov. 11 through Nov. 15, according to the Register of Deeds Office. Here are the highlights: Clark Fullerton Building LLC, of Northbrook Illinois, sold 1054 Milwaukee Ave., to Hensley Properties – Oak Terrace LP, of Modesto, California, for $3.025 million.Educators Credit Union, of […]
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Claudette Ruetz enjoyed playing bridge and spending time with family
Claudette Agnes Ruetz, 94, died Thursday at Bay Harbor Assisted Living . She was born June 16, 1925, in Green Bay, WI, daughter of the late Michael and Elsie (Nee: Greenwood) Hussin. Claudette graduated from Green Bay East High School “Class of 1943”. On August 22, 1944, she married Edwin F. Guttenberg. Together, they raised […]
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Upcoming Programs at the Racine Public Library
The following are the upcoming programs at the Racine Public Library: Anti-Racism Book Group: 2-4 p.m. | December 9th | Lee Room. A weekly book group discussing themes of race and racism.Maker Monday: CANCELLED December 9thTales for Tots: 9:30 a.m. | December 10th | Youth Services. Birth through 24 months. Introduce your child to the […]
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The Community Buzz: What’s Up With Local Nonprofits
For a full look at what local nonprofits are up to, check out our new nonprofit community feed here. Here’s a snapshot of the things you’ll find: The Racine Zoo is hosting a special family night featuring the beautiful Latern Festival. Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Racine and Kenosha Counties are hosting “100 Heroes.” […]
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Take Part in Small Business Saturday in Downtown Racine
Take a break from the busy malls and long lines at department stores and come to downtown Racine for Small Business Saturday on November 30th. This all-day event celebrates the flourishing local businesses in our downtown and encourages everyone in the community to shop small this holiday season. With a vast array of unique galleries, […]
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United Way of Racine County Asks Volunteers To Assist With VITA Program
VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) is a national program staffed by local volunteers that provide free preparation and electronic filing of tax returns to Racine County residents. This important service supports low- to moderate-income households and relies on volunteers to do its work. Volunteers are needed as tax preparers, greeters, and bilingual interpreters. No experience […]
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3 Open Houses To Scope In The Mount Pleasant-Sturtevant Area
MOUNT PLEASANT-STURTEVANT, WI — House shopping on the internet can make you feel like you’re going in blind. To get a real feel for a house, you really have to visit in person. That’s why open houses are so handy: No more bumbling around in the dark! Ready to start hunting? For your convenience, we’ve […]
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Driver Hit Semi, Lost Wheel And Kept Driving For 4 Miles: Report
RACINE COUNTY, WI — A 23-year-old Kenosha man has been arrested after authorities say he drove drunk, ran into a semi-truck on I-41, then kept driving after one of the wheels fell off his car just after the collision. According to the Racine County Sheriff’s office, authorities learned that a vehicle collided with a semi-truck […]
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Veteran Leo Bugalski enjoyed sports and deer hunting
Leo A. Bugalski, 94, died Thursday at Shorelight Memory Care with his family by his side. He was born in East Vandergrift, PA, January 22, 1925, son of the late Joseph and Stephanie (Nee: Kostewicz) Bugalski. At a very young age Leo’s family moved to Wausaukee, where he was raised on a farm and was […]
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Racine man fails to make court appearance after crashing into 3 cars
A Racine man failed to make an initial appearance in Racine County Court Wednesday after he was charged with four counts of hit and run after he struck three vehicles with his truck and caused injuries to three people. Justin Wood, 36, was charged Wednesday by the Racine County District Attorney’s Office. If convicted of […]
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Suit Up For A Volunteer Opportunity For #GivingTuesday
#GivingTuesday is coming up on Dec. 3. Every person in our community has the power to create meaningful change for Racine County. Here are just a few of the ways you can suit up for #GivingTuesday: Help provide tax returns with VITA. Learn more and apply.Drop off books at a local Little Free Library. Learn […]
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Nominations due soon for 2020 Susan B. Anthony – Women of Influence Awards
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2020 Susan B. Anthony – Women of Influence Awards to recognize women who are making a difference in Kenosha County. In addition to the coveted Susan B. Anthony Lifetime Achievement Award, which recognizes a woman who has dedicated her life to women’s equality, additional award categories are: Business/Government/Nonprofit; […]
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Patricia A. Dunk enjoyed art and history
Patricia A. Dunk, 77, died on Saturday at Ridgewood Care Center. She was born in Kenosha, WI, August 7, 1942, daughter of the late Myron C. and Lois A. (Nee: Ruetz) Weaver Sr. While growing up, she enjoyed archery and oil painting. Patricia was a graduate of St. Catherine’s High School “Class of 1960”. Furthering […]
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Thanksgiving Store Hours: What’s Open, What’s Closed In Racine
RACINE, WI — For most, Thanksgiving offers a chance to gather with friends and families and consider all the reasons to be grateful. It is also one of the year’s busiest times for traveling and the eve of the biggest shopping day of the year. But not everyone will have the day off. In addition […]
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