Legacy Redevelopment Corporation (LRC), a U.S. Treasury-certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) that has provided strategic lending solutions to Milwaukee’s underserved markets since 2003, is now offering financial assistance to struggling Racine small businesses. The organization has partnered with the City of Racine to manage a new Microenterprise Assistance Program that provides loans to Racine […]
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Posted inBusiness, Local news
WMC & Johnson Financial Group Announce the Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin
Partnering for the sixth year in a row, Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) and Johnson Financial Group announced the 2021 Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin on Thursday. After nearly 210,000 votes were cast over multiple rounds, the 140-Ton Navy Crane from Broadwind Heavy Fabrications in Manitowoc was crowned the winner. Nearly 70,000 votes were cast […]
Posted inCulture, Things To Do
LAST CALL! Downtown Racine Wine Walk Tickets Available
Today and tomorrow are the final days to participate in this year’s Downtown Racine Wine Walk. Enjoy the beautiful weather this Saturday downtown by sampling 20 delicious wines poured at 20 participating businesses. New this year, enjoy an additional 10 stops that will be sampling beers and ciders. Tickets for the event are $40 each and […]
Posted inKenosha Lens, Kenosha Schools
UW-Parkside announces $3 million gift to fund Scholarships, new Student Success & Learning Commons
The University of Wisconsin-Parkside announced a $3 million gift from the Callahan family of Kenosha to fund a new scholarship program for UW-Parkside students. The new program, the Callahan Scholars, will benefit students with financial needs with an emphasis on supporting Kenosha County students and students of color. In addition to funding scholarships, the gift […]
Posted inFinances, Health and Fitness, Life
3 Easy Steps to Ditch the Rut and Get Your Life Back on Track
Comfort zones are easy to fall into. They’re reliable, safe, and require very little effort on our part. It’s no wonder many of us live the majority of our lives following the same routines and doing the same things over and over. Unfortunately, your comfort zone can only satisfy you for so long. Eventually, you […]
Posted inGovernment, Local news
State agencies offer cybersecurity resources to protect Wisconsinites
During National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (DATCP) team up for a podcast to help Wisconsinites protect themselves online. The latest episode of “Transportation Connects Us” explores internet threats and the resources available to residents and businesses for dealing with them. […]
Posted inCORONAVIRUS
Wisconsin Department of Health Services receives funds from CDC to combat racial, geographical inequity within COVID-19 response
On Wednesday, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced funds will be made available to promote racial and geographic equity in the COVID-19 response. DHS was awarded $27 million by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to combat inequities related to COVID-19 infection, illness, and death, including $9 million dedicated to rural communities. […]
Posted inGovernment, Local news
Gov. Evers Orders Flags to Half-Staff Friday with Executive Order #137
Gov. Tony Evers today signed Executive Order #137 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Fri., Oct. 15, 2021, in honor of Navy Seaman 2nd Class Arthur R. Thinnes, who lost his life during the attack on Pearl Harbor. “Our state is proud of our service members and their tremendous sacrifices, and we […]
Posted inCORONAVIRUS
RUSD COVID-19 School-Based Testing Program
Racine Unified School District is participating in a federally funded COVID-19 testing program. The program is available for students in Kindergarten through 12th grade. The implementation of this program will add additional protection for students, staff, and families. By identifying cases early and preventing the spread of COVID-19 the program will make Racine Unified Schools […]
Posted inSchool Awards
Upper Iowa University announces August 2021 graduates
Upper Iowa University is pleased to announce the names of its August 2021 graduates: • Racine, WI – Kimberly Jackson, Human Services major • Racine, WI – Cristina Putra, Organizational Devel Emphasis major • Racine, WI – Tina Schutten, Human Services major About Upper Iowa University Founded in 1857, Upper Iowa University is a private, […]
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Mt. Pleasant’s Abel Earns Spot on 2021-22 UW-Whitewater Men’s Swimming, Diving Roster
Joshua Abel, a native of Mt. Pleasant, WI, and graduate of Washington Park High School, will compete for the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater men’s swimming and diving team during the 2021-22 season, which begins this Saturday. Abel, a freshman at UW-Whitewater, is majoring in elementary education. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater men’s and women’s swimming and diving […]
Posted inHealth, Local news
Hospice Alliance Launches New Support Group for Children
Hospice Alliance is pleased to offer Connections – Planting Seeds of Hope, a support group for children and their trusted adults, starting, Thursday, October 21. Groups are offered on the third Thursday of each month from 5:30 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. at Hospice Alliance, 10220 Prairie Ridge Blvd., Pleasant Prairie, WI. Children ages 2-18 are […]
Posted inEvents
Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce hosts 105th Chamber Annual Meeting
The Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce 105th Annual Meeting is taking place on Wednesday, October 20, 2021, at 11:30 a.m. at The Club at Strawberry Creek, 14810 72nd Street, Kenosha. This event is sponsored by Snap-on Incorporated, The Club at Strawberry Creek, and ULINE and will feature keynote speaker, Dustin Godsey, Chief Marketing Officer of […]
Posted inAdopt-a-Pet, Community, Pets
Wisconsin Humane Society’s Jack is an energetic pup ready to play
Meet Jack! This stunning 3-year-old pup is ready for a family he can fit into. Jack has boundless energy and would love to find someone who can keep up with him. This big boy is 70 pounds of pure love and has beautiful eyes – one brown and one blue. Visit www.wihumane.org/adopt today and schedule an appointment to […]
Posted inCulture, Things To Do
Upcoming Programs and Events at the Racine Public Library
The following is a list of the upcoming programs at the Racine Public Library: All-Ages Programs: Alexander Hamilton Poster Exhibit: Open Hours | October 1–December 4Explore the history of founding father turned musical sensation, Alexander Hamilton. “We Will Always Be Here” Author Talk featuring Jenny Kalvaitis and Kristen Whitson: 4:30 p.m. | Monday, October 18 | […]
