BURLINGTON — Coming to Burlington this weekend on Dec. 9 -10 is the Wisconsin State Ice Carving Championship and Ice Festival. The event is free, open to the public and will feature two days of winter fun in Downtown Historic Burlington at Wehmhoff Square Park, 355 N. Pine St., where dozens of ice blocks will be […]
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Foster Closet of Racine County strives to assist Racine families, 26 children helped since September
RACINE COUNTY — The newly developed Foster Closet of Racine County is well on its way in making a difference in the lives of children who are enrolled in foster care and those who serve as foster parents. This organization, which has applied for its 501(c)3 nonprofit status, is run by two foster parents turned […]
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Upcoming Programs and Events at the Racine Public Library Dec. 9 – 16
The following is a list of the upcoming programs at the Racine Public Library. Library Services & Event Registration December 9 – 16 Register for Racine Public Library programs in one of the following ways (unless noted otherwise): Call 262-636-9217 Visit the library at 75 7th Street Racine, WI The Racine Public Library is open: […]
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Racine Roundup on TMJ4: Reindeer Tracks Kringle and Racine Police escort Santa to visit schools
After a three-week hiatus, the Racine Roundup was back on TMJ4 during the 4 O’Clock news on Thursday, Dec. 7. This week’s segment was brought to viewers by Ryan Jenkins and Susan Kim along with editor Loren Lamoreaux. This week, the Racine Roundup dove into all things merry and bright while bringing viewers a special […]
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Racine Police bring bilingual Santa, equity and bliss to 6 local schools
RACINE — Whether you call him Santa Claus or Santo Clós, this jolly man dressed in a red – or rojo – suit along with a white (or blanco) beard is bringing joy to children who attend Racine Unified School District (RUSD) this holiday season. Santa gifts equity to students The Racine Police Department Community […]
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Lokie: Wisconsin Humane Society featured pet for Dec. 6
This week’s featured pet from the Wisconsin Humane Society is Lokie. Lokie weighs 19 pounds, and his adorable, fluffy coat will make you want to pet him forever. Lokie would do best in a home where he’s the only dog – but he promises to be all the dog you’ll need. He’s been neutered, vaccinated, […]
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City of Racine has no plans to close the Racine Zoo
RACINE — Recent posts on social media claiming the city planned to close the Racine Zoo are false. The contribution from the City of Racine to the Racine Zoo was at no time in question. The city budgeted $510,000 for the zoo’s operating fund, the same as last year. The funding was included in the […]
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Local actor makes his directorial debut with ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’
KENOSHA — Norgie Montes De Oca-Metzinger is well-known in the local theatre community where he brought his big personality to such characters as Gaston in “Beauty and the Beast” and King Triton in “The Little Mermaid.” For his latest project, Metzinger has stepped offstage to occupy the director’s chair for the Lakeside Players production of […]
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St. Monica residents set up their Christmas trees and share memories
RACINE COUNTY — St. Monica’s Senior Living residents are decking the halls from one end of their facility to another. St. Monica’s, 3920 N. Green Bay Road, is a non-profit assisted living community managed by a local volunteer Board of Directors and the Sisters of St. Rita. This holiday season, five joyful residents in the Christmas […]
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5 holiday events you don’t want to miss this weekend
SOUTHEASTERN WISCONSIN — Holiday events in Southeastern Wisconsin are overflowing with fun this upcoming weekend. Soak up every bit of this season before it passes by attending the following five events. 1. Winter Greenery Class At Richard Bong State Recreational Area, on Dec. 2, get in the holiday spirit by creating winter greenery by using […]
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Upcoming Programs and Events at the Racine Public Library Dec. 2 – 9
The following is a list of the upcoming programs at the Racine Public Library. Library Services & Event Registration December 2 – 9 Register for Racine Public Library programs in one of the following ways (unless noted otherwise): Call 262-636-9217 Visit the library at 75 7th Street Racine, WI The Racine Public Library is open: […]
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57th Year of Watercolor Wisconsin Exhibition to open at RAM’s Wustum Museum
Racine Art Museum’s (RAM’s) Charles A. Wustum Museum of Fine Arts (Wustum) will proudly continue a beloved Racine tradition with the opening of Watercolor Wisconsin 2023 on Dec. 13, 2023. This annual statewide competition has been a fan-favorite since its inaugural exhibition in 1966 and is one of Wustum’s most popular exhibitions. Limited only by […]
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WISDOM and partners to host demonstration at governor’s mansion on Dec. 2
MADISON – A Nov. 28 press release from the grassroots group WISDOM calls to action the people of Wisconsin in support of incarcerated people who have been affected by the Department of Corrections’ “cruel” and “destructive” procedures. The press release from WISDOM reads: “WISDOM, its affiliates and partners will stage a public demonstration against the […]
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Stop the Torture Solidarity Vigil set for 3 p.m. today at Racine County Court House
RACINE – The Stop the Torture Solidarity Vigil is happening today, Nov. 30, at the Racine County Court House, 730 Wisconsin Ave. Racine community members who believe in standing with the friends and families of those at Green Bay Correctional Institution (GBCI) are gathering to protest the torture and inhumane treatment of those at the […]
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Packer: Wisconsin Humane Society featured pet for Nov. 29
This week’s featured pet from the Wisconsin Humane Society is Packer. This handsome, smiley boy weighs 72 pounds and can’t wait to cover you in kisses with his gigantic tongue! Packer is sure to bring joy to any home and would love to find his new family in time for the holidays. This friendly 2-year-old […]