Veterans Day is celebrated today. According to Military.com, this holiday was first celebrated as Armistice Day. The day marked the end of World War I, formally recognized on the “11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month” in 1918, and continues to take place each year on November 11. This is a day […]
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Hometown Hero: Police Chief Art Howell
Art Howell began his career with the Racine Police Department and is ending it as the Chief of Police. As of today, he is retiring. Howell is the first African American to be elected and to serve in this position. He has worked 36 years in blue, nine of them as Chief. His dedication has […]
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Carolin Brühl
Racine is a special place that leaves an impression on those who live here and those who visit here. Foreign Exchange student, Carolin Brühl, from Germany will forever be thankful for her time spent in Racine. This Thanksgiving, she reflects on her time in Wisconsin. The Racine Gratitude project does not exclude anyone from participating, […]
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Robin Vos
79th Speaker of the of the Wisconsin State Assembly, Robin Vos, shares what he is thankful for this Thanksgiving. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted businesses, families, healthcare workers, and Wisconsin in general. In the midst of a global pandemic, Vos shares what he is grateful for as a part of the Racine Gratitude Project. The […]
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Jody Zirkelbach
While staying home is a priority these days, for some Racine County residents, it can get lonely. Zirkelbach, however, is in good company with her family and furry friends. She’s thankful for what she does have verse what she doesn’t have. Zirkelbach participates in the Racine County Eye Racine Gratitude Project by sharing a story […]
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Ruth Ann Miller
Ruth Ann Miller is no stranger to hardships. She’s faced the loss of family members and currently dealing with the effects of COVID-19. However, Ruth Ann Miller is filled with love. Here is what she has to say about gratitude: Miller says, “On days where I am feeling low, grieving for my son, step-son, canine […]
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#RacineGratitudeProject stories
This year has been tough for many of us, but our #RacineGratitudeProject highlights the good stuff. We’ve lost jobs, businesses, our health, and the people we love. As a result, our mental health has suffered. And the silver lining has been difficult to find sometimes. In response, we kicked off the #RacineGratitudeProject this week. We […]
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Toni Black
Toni Black and her fiance smile for a photo together Toni Black is grateful for her fiance and being employed at this time. COVID-19 has shown Racine residents how being a part from our loved ones makes us appreciate them even more. As a part of the Racine Gratitude Project, Black shares a glimpse of […]
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David Maack
In a year where illness has been so prevalent in our lives, one Racine County resident is thankful for overcoming a serious condition he faced nearly 15 years ago. The Racine Gratitude Project shares stories like David Maack’s who is grateful for his faith, family, and his life. Other than COVID-19, people in Racine County […]
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Dan Pavelich
The Racine Gratitude Project shares Dan Pavelich’s story of thankfulness and gratitude. The Racine County Eye is currently accepting stories 100 words or less that share reasons you are grateful. At the end of the day, there is something we all have or someone in our life that makes us grateful. Sometimes it doesn’t have […]
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Wendy Schreier Photography
A local photographer is participating in the #RacineGratitudeProject as a way to show her appreciation for Racine and Lake Michigan. Wendy Schreier Photography is award Winning Wedding & Commercial Photographer who reflects on the beauty of the place she calls home. The #RacineGratitudeProject aims to uplift, encourage, and promote positivity in Racine County. This holiday […]
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Greta Neubauer
The Racine County Eye presents the #RacineGratitudeProject as a way to connect with those living in Racine County and to hear about what they are thankful for this Holiday season. 2020 has been a rollercoaster. Looking back we can probably count a handful of unexpected twists and turns. However during these difficult moments, residents of […]