RACINE – The City of Racine Public Health Department announced Friday that is opting to hold off on offering COVID-19 booster shots until it receives guidance from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS). That information is expected in the upcoming weeks. Earlier this week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the use […]
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Paul Holley is retired from careers in journalism, public relations and marketing but not from life. These days, he pretty much writes about what he feels like writing. You may contact him directly at: pholleymedia@gmail.com
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Man Accused of Threatening Spouse With Large ‘Field Knife’
CALEDONIA – The Racine County District Attorney’s Office charged a Milwaukee man with disorderly conduct-use of a dangerous weapon after allegedly threatening his wife with a 2-foot knife used for harvesting crops here Wednesday morning. Benson Wong, 58, was being held in the Racine County Jail as of Thursday afternoon. If convicted of a Class […]
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OPINION: Party on the Pavement 2021…a testament to Racine’s resilience
“When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” Some folks may not know or remember that Downtown Racine’s Party on the Pavement street festival is a classic example of that adage. Nearly 20 years ago, downtown area streets were torn up for months by an extensive utilities and street reconstruction project. Traffic and parking were a […]
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Anderle Named HALO Executive Director
RACINE – Holly Anderle of Racine has been named HALO Inc. (Homeless Assistance Leadership Organization) executive director effective immediately. HALO, 2000 DeKoven Ave., is Racine’s largest general population shelter for persons experiencing homelessness. Anderle has been a member of the HALO Board of Directors since May 2017, and had served as President since October 2020. […]
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Theft Apparent Motive in Rannow Homicide
RACINE – The theft of a video gaming system by a suspect with a “recognizable gait” was behind the August 12 homicide of Rebecca Rannow, 41, according to a criminal complaint issued by the Racine County District Attorney’s Office on Friday. Montreal D. Greer, 39, of the 1100 block of Yout Street, was charged with […]
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State Warns of Possible FoodShare Scams
RACINE COUNTY – The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) warns FoodShare members to be aware of fraudulent surveys offering cash and additional benefits. The DHS does not give any member additional FoodShare benefits or cash rewards for doing something like completing a survey. FoodShare benefit amounts will only change when there is new information […]
Posted inCORONAVIRUS, Government
Free Face Masks Coming Soon to City of Racine Fire Stations
CITY OF RACINE – Free face masks will be available to the public at all Racine Fire Department (RFD) stations starting next Monday (Sept. 20). The city’s facial covering ordinance is back in effect to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Everyone above the age of 4 is expected to wear masks while they are […]
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COVID-19 Tests Resume At Festival Hall
RACINE – In response to recent upticks in positive COVID-19 cases, regular free testing for the virus resumes Thursday from 12-6 p.m. at Festival Hall, 5 Fifth St. The tests, conducted by members of the Wisconsin National Guard, will be offered on Mondays and Thursdays each week through Dec. 13. The testing is open to […]
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UPDATE: Police arrest homicide suspect in Rebecca Rannow murder
Montreal D. Greer UPDATE: Officials with the Racine Police Department arrested a man in the murder of Rebecca Rannow, who was found dead in her home in August. Montreal D. Greer, 40, of Racine, faces a first-degree intentional homicide charge. The Racine County District Attorney’s Office has not officially charged Greer. He has been in […]
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Nominations Sought for First District Veteran Honor
RACINE COUNTY – Nominations are now open for Wisconsin’s First Congressional District Veteran of the Year Award. The award, presented by Rep. Bryan Steil, R-Janesville, is an opportunity for a veteran to be honored for his or her service and contributions in the First District. “The Veteran of the Year Award recognizes the work of […]
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Racine Zoo Presents Halloween Glow Drive-Though Event
RACINE – Halloween Glow, an illuminated drive-through holiday event, returns to the Racine Zoo here next month. Racine Zoo Halloween Glow Event The 2021 Halloween Glow, which runs October 1 through 31, allows guests to enjoy an enchanting Halloween experience from the comfort of their own vehicle. Upon entering the Zoo at the 200 Goold […]
Posted inSchool Awards, Schools
Tech-Prize Awards $32k in Scholarships To Code-A-Thon Winners
RACINE – Eight competitors in the Tech-Prize Code-A-Thon competition here last weekend were awarded $32,000 in scholarships by Gateway Technical College and the University of Wisconsin-Parkside. The competition ran from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday on Gateway’s Racine campus. The challenge posed to competitors was creating […]
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Quick Action Prevents Fire Injuries
RACINE – Quick action by neighbors prevented injuries in a house fire in the 2000 block of Jay Eye See Avenue here Saturday. The Racine Fire Department was called to reports of a working fire at 2029 Jay Eye See Avenue at 4:13 p.m. Saturday. The fire, which started on the outside of the home, […]
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Racine Library Hosts Hispanic Heritage Month Events
RACINE – The Racine Public Library will host two free, outdoor events celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15) this Thursday and on Thursday, Sept. 30. A traditional folk dance troupe, La Perla Tapatia USA, performs from 5 to 7 p.m. this Thursday (Sept. 16) on the library grounds, 72 Seventh St. On Thursday, Sept. […]
Posted inCORONAVIRUS
State, Feds Warn Against Faking COVID-19 Vaccination Cards
MADISON – Don’t even think about it! State and federal authorities warn that making, buying, or selling fake COVID-19 vaccination cards is illegal and punishable under federal law. The unauthorized use of an official government agency’s seal, such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is a crime and may be punishable under […]
