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.
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In loving memory: Obituaries for March 24 – March 30, 2024
Obituaries received between March 24 – March 30, 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 inKenosha Schools, Local news, Schools
Cross-county FAFSA event to be held April 18; current and future college students encouraged to attend
Editor’s note: This article previously stated that the FAFSA event will be held on April 14. It has now been corrected to reflect the event’s correct date, April 18. RACINE, KENOSHA — Current and prospective college students are invited to attend a FAFSA event which hopes to increase accessibility of financial aid in Racine and […]
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Last call for Racine County residents: Take the Community Health Needs Assessment of 2024
Editor’s note: On March 19, the City of Racine Public Health Department sent a reminder for Racine County residents to participate in the Community Health Needs Assessment. The following article is from Jan. 31 and remains the same. RACINE — Several health organizations have partnered with Racine County to conduct a community health survey, which […]
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In loving memory: Obituaries for March 17 – March 23, 2024
Obituaries received between March 17 – March 23, 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 10 – March 16, 2024
Obituaries received between March 10 – March 16, 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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‘Bridging Wisconsin’s digital divide’: New or improved high-speed internet for over 410K homes, businesses coming
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) announced in a March 11 press release that over 410,000 homes and businesses in the state will receive expanded access to high-speed internet, thanks to grant funding from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). ARPA’s monetary contribution amounts to $43.2 million, which […]
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Daybreak Fund to invest $1.7M to fight climate change, grant pre-applications due April 10
For the second year in a row, the Daybreak Fund will be providing grants to non-profits and community groups that aim to fight climate change, improve water quality and address social inequities, according to a March 1 press release. The Daybreak Fund, sponsored by Windward Fund, is a collaboration of 11 philanthropic partners seeking to […]
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Girl Scout cookies are back for a limited time in 7 Southeast Wisconsin counties
SOUTHEAST WISCONSIN — Satisfy your Girl Scout cookie craving while supporting the youth in your community from now until the beginning of April. The 2024 cookie season began in February, but there is still time to purchase cookies from local booths throughout Southeast Wisconsin. Cookie season teaches and inspires leadership During cookie season, Girl Scouts […]