Obituaries received between May 19 – May 25, 2024, for Racine and Kenosha County area residents: Our deepest condolences to the families and friends of those who were lost. May you all find peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Author Archives: Abigail Lamoreaux
Posted inEnvironment, Local news
2 broods of cicadas emerge at the same time in Wisconsin, a rare occurrence
MADISON — Cicadas are back in season in Wisconsin, as confirmed in a May 21 press release from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR). “Dozens are hatching in my yard,” a photographer and Lake Geneva resident wrote in an email to the DNR. The DNR then confirmed that the photos taken were of Brood […]
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In loving memory: Obituaries for May 12 – May 18, 2024
Obituaries received between May 12 – May 18, 2024, for Racine and Kenosha County area residents: Our deepest condolences to the families and friends of those who were lost. May you all find peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Posted inLocal news, Schools
National astronaut patch design competition winner from Racine
RACINE, GRANTSBURG — The iForward Wisconsin Online Charter School recently took place in a competition that would allow two patch designs to be worn in space by NASA astronauts. The competition, the Mission 18 Community Project, was iForward’s seventh outing with the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program, according to a recent press release. About the Student […]
Posted inLocal news, Police and fire
Howland Avenue house fire displaces family of 7, no foul play suspected
RACINE — The Racine Fire Department responded to several 911 calls reporting heavy black smoke coming from 225 Howland Ave. on the night of May 14. No injuries to civilians or firefighters were reported, but a family of seven has been displaced due to the blaze. Timeline of the Howland Avenue house fire At 7:40 […]
Posted inCelebrations, Community, Culture, Events, Local news, Non-Profits, Things To Do
4th Juneteenth parade announced, 2nd to be officially organized in Racine
RACINE — Community Consulting LLC has begun preparations for this year’s Juneteenth parade, to take place at 9:45 a.m. on June 15 in Racine’s downtown area. The two-mile route of this year’s parade will begin at Main and 4th Streets and end at the Dr. John Bryant Community Center, 601 Caron Butler Drive. In a […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Culture, Schools, Things To Do
Sensational ‘Carmina Burana’ to be performed at UW-Parkside’s Rita Mainstage Theatre on May 18, 19
RACINE — The Choral Arts Society of Southeastern Wisconsin will perform Carl Orff’s “Carmina Burana” at 2 p.m. on May 19 at the Rita’s Mainstage Theatre at UW-Parkside. The Choral Arts Society (CAS) has partnered with The Studio of Classical Dance Arts, who will be performing alongside CAS, according to a March 5 press release. […]
Posted inCommunity, Non-Profits
Bigger than Basketball held April 26 honored victims, survivors of crime
RACINE — Local youth and law enforcement officers participated in the annual Bigger than Basketball event at 5:30 p.m. on April 26 at Jerstad Agerholm School. The event was hosted by Voices of Black Mothers United. Nakeyda Haymer pauses for a photo op with Racine County DA Patricia Hanson. – Credit: Matt Hadro The event […]
Posted inHealth
Children’s Mental Health Week recognized May 5 through 11 in Wisconsin
MADISON — Children’s Mental Health Week began on May 5, and the Wisconsin Office of Children’s Mental Health (OCMH) has extended resources and information to the public to help families, schools and organizations recognize the importance of mental wellness in the state’s youth. Wisconsin’s high school students were the source of inspiration for this year’s […]
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In loving memory: Obituaries for April 28 – May 4, 2024
Obituaries received between April 28 – May 4, 2024, for Racine and Kenosha County area residents: Our deepest condolences to the families and friends of those who were lost. May you all find peace and comfort during this difficult time.
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In loving memory: Obituaries for April 21 – April 27, 2024
Obituaries received between April 21 – April 27, 2024, for Racine and Kenosha County area residents: Our deepest condolences to the families and friends of those who were lost. May you all find peace and comfort during this difficult time.
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In loving memory: Obituaries for April 14 – April 20, 2024
Obituaries received between April 14 – April 20, 2024, for Racine and Kenosha County area residents: Our deepest condolences to the families and friends of those who were lost. May you all find peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Posted inLocal news, Police and fire
Warning: ‘Suspicious’ driver watching children reported in Union Grove on April 12, 16
RACINE, UNION GROVE — The Racine County Sheriff’s Office has released a notice alerting citizens about a middle-aged, white male asking children if they needed a ride. The man was seen operating a “white or light silver sedan,” according to the release. Suspicious circumstances reported twice A suspicious man in a “white or light silver […]
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In loving memory: Obituaries for April 7 – April 13, 2024
Obituaries received between April 7 – April 13, 2024, for Racine and Kenosha County area residents: Our deepest condolences to the families and friends of those who were lost. May you all find peace and comfort during this difficult time.
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In loving memory: Obituaries for March 31 – April 6, 2024
Obituaries received between March 31 – April 6, 2024, for Racine and Kenosha County area residents: Our deepest condolences to the families and friends of those who were lost. May you all find peace and comfort during this difficult time.