Juntos provides Latino students and their parents/guardians with knowledge and skills to be successful in school and achieve academic success. Juntos is hosting different workshops. These workshops will focus on: Making Education a Family GoalEffective Communication at HomeFrom Middle School to High SchoolFrom High School to Higher EducationGraduation: Ready to Be a Successful Student Workshops […]
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Posted inCORONAVIRUS
COVID-19 Testing Available at the Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets
COVID-19 testing is now available at the Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets, 11211 120th Ave, in Pleasant Prairie. Testing will take place in the South parking lot. Enter near the LOFT Outlet at the East Frontage Road entrance. Testing is provided by Northshore Clinical Labs. Free COVID-19 rapid and PCR tests are available. Appointments are not […]
Posted inSchool Awards, Schools
Jefferson Lighthouse Earns National Blue Ribbon Award
Jefferson Lighthouse Elementary School, 1722 W 6th St., has earned a National Blue Ribbon Award from the U.S. Department of Education. Jefferson Lighthouse is an International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme School. Their mission is to create students who are “internationally-minded learners inquire, collaborate, and take action.” Since 1982, “the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognizes […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Community
Chainsaw Carving & Art Forest Festival
Racine, WI – River Bend Nature Center is pleased to host the 9th Annual Chainsaw Carving & Art Forest Festival on October 3rd. Free admission. Watch chainsaw artists create incredible sculptures from logs; join the bidding fun when all carvings go to a lively public auction. Refresh yourself along the forest trail with unique craft […]
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Upcoming Programs/Services Offered by the Racine Public Library
The Racine Public Library resumed Pre-COVID hours on September 7. They are open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. and on Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Masks are required to be worn within the Racine Public Library Main and the Bookmobile per the Racine City ordinance. The RPL […]
Posted inAdopt-a-Pet
Piggy the Kitty in Need of a New Home
Piggly is a beautiful kitty hoping to find her new home. This friendly gal is 4 years old and weighs 11 pounds. Although Piggly loves to be pet, she will let you know when she’s ready for a break and would do best in a space with kids older than 8. If you’re looking to […]
Posted inCommunity, Environment
Racine County Tree Sale Underway
The Racine County Land Conservation Division is offering the public an opportunity to purchase 2- to 3-year-old tree seedlings. This tree sale has been taking place for 39 years. These bare-root seedlings, which are 12 to 18 inches high and sold in bundles of 25. Included is a varsity of pines, spruces, shrubs and hardwoods. […]
Posted inCommunity, Kenosha Lens
Kenosha County to host Fall Wheel Ride on Saturday, Sept. 25
Do you like bike riding? If so, Kenosha County is hosting a Fall Wheel Ride. on September 25 and invites you to join. Jim Kreuser, the Kenosha County executive, welcomes bike rides of all ability levels to participate in the event. The Fall Wheel Ride will start at Kennedy Park, 4051 Fifth Avenue, Kenosha, at […]
Posted inBusiness
Optimizing CX Cross-Functional Teams
One of the reasons big brands are at the top of their respective market niches is the care and passion they put in providing a stellar customer experience (CX). These companies invest significant budgets in marketing, sales training, and brand awareness, so it may seem a bit of an overkill to focus this heavily on […]
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Reuse-Your-Shoes Recycling Program
The City of Racine Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (PRCS) is offering the Reuse-Your-Shoes program as part of “Make-A-Difference” day on Saturday, October 16. The Reuse-Your-Shoes Recycling Program allows citizens to donate their athletic shoes. The goal is to save landfill space and conserve resources. Shoes must be free of mud and dry. All athletic […]
Posted inBreaking
2021 Racine County Trick-or-Treat Schedule
Are you looking to take your children Trick-or-Treating? We’ve got you covered with information to ensure you have a Happy Halloween. Remember to turn your porch lights on if you’re handing out candy & treats. Refer back to this post for updates and changes regarding times and dates. Changes may occur due to COVID-19 and […]
Posted inWisco Huddle
Union Grove Broncos Defeat the Burlington Demons
The Burlington Demons varsity football team lost Friday’s home conference game. They played against the Union Grove Broncos. The final score was 41-6. Burlington’s quarterback Jack Sulik (17) steps back to make a pass as Drew Weis (15) protects him.Union Grove kicker Luke Kowalczyk (84) steps up to punt for the extra pointBronco’s quarterback, Nate […]
Posted inConstruction, Local news
Lake Michigan Pathway Reopens
Just north of North Beach and east of the Racine Zoo is informally known as “Zoo Beach.” Nearly a year ago, the Lake Michigan Pathway faced closure. This pathway runs alongside Zoo Beach. Due to significant lakefront erosion, the Lake Michigan Pathway was deemed unsafe by the City of Racine Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services. However, the bike/walking path segment behind the […]
Posted inSchool Awards
Gilliam Named to Upper Iowa University’s Summer 2021 Dean’s List
FAYETTE, IA (09/15/2021)– Upper Iowa University is pleased to announce the Dean’s List for the Summer 2021 session. To be honored, the undergraduate must have earned a minimum 3.50 GPA and be enrolled as a full-time student. Among those named to the Dean’s List was Nicole Gilliam, a Psychology major from Racine, WI. About Upper […]
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Racine Public Library’s Program and Services
The Racine Public Library returned to its pre-COVID-19 hours and operations. They are open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. and 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturdays. As of now, Bookmobile is on its Fall/Winter Schedule. Masks are required to be worn within the Racine Public Library Main Campus […]
