KENOSHA — St. James the Apostle Catholic Church will kick off its 180th anniversary commemoration with a special religious service on Saturday, March 16. The doors to the church will open 30 minutes before the Mass begins at 4 p.m. The original interior of St. James the Apostle Church. – Submitted photo A ticketed event […]
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First Presbyterian Church to celebrate its 185th Anniversary
RACINE — First Presbyterian Church of Racine, 716 College Ave., will celebrate its 185th anniversary on Feb. 18 with worship followed by festivities. First Presbyterian Church’s pulpit is home to the intricate mural titled “Deep Roots.” – A closeup of the “Deep Roots” mural. – Worship will begin at 9:30 a.m. Afterward, there will be […]
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Finding your future: Getting through a tough divorce as a Christian with 5 helpful tips
As a Christian going through a divorce, you may be struggling to navigate many difficult issues. You may be worried that divorce isn’t sanctioned by your faith or that dating after a divorce is classed as adultery. It’s likely that you’re having to cope with conflicting feelings of guilt, shame, relief and hope. Keeping in […]
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St. Lucy’s Festival features bingo, music, raffles and more July 7-9
RACINE — Festival season is underway and the St. Lucy’s Catholic Church festival will bring a source of fun to the community from July 7-9. The event has taken place for over 75 years in Racine. The annual festivities support the parish and bring entertainment to the surrounding area through a multitude of avenues. Pat […]
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Community Prayer Vigil slated for April 19 following recent homicide
RACINE — A Community Prayer Vigil is set for April 19 following the shooting death of a 36-year-old woman that occurred on April 15. The Racine Interfaith Coalition, religious leaders and the community are meeting at the roundabout at State and Spring Streets, where the incident occurred, according to a press release that was received […]
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Easter Egg Hunt Guide: 2023 Racine and Kenosha County edition
Hippity-hoppity, Easter’s on its way, and in Racine and in Kenosha Counties, there’s no shortage of celebrations. The Easter Egg Hunt Guide: 2023 Racine and Kenosha County edition gives residents accurate and detailed information to plan your excursions at these family-friendly festivities happening throughout our counties this Easter season. Why not check out something from […]
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Archbishop of Milwaukee lifts Lent restrictions on St. Patrick’s Day 2023
MILWAUKEE — March 17, also known as St. Patrick’s Day, happens during Lent. This year is falls on a Friday. Because of this, Archbishop Jerome E. Listecki of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee has lifted Lenten restrictions for the holiday. During the season of Lent in the Catholic church, for those 14 years old and older, […]
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The ultimate 2023 Fish Fry Roundup: guides and the contest
Wisconsin has a beloved tradition of Friday night Fish Frys. This Lenten season, the 2023 fish fry fun is ramping up. In Racine County, there are over 100 places – including restaurants, pubs, grills, and local churches – that are serving fish. From beer-battered cod to walleye, perch, bluegill, and even shrimp, there’s a fish […]
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8 Local churches serving fish fry in Racine County this Lent
Thank cod, Lent is here and so are Friday night fish frys. Lent starts on Wednesday, Feb. 22, and goes until Thursday, April 6, 2023, with Easter following on Sunday, April 9. Luckily, for Wisconsinites, fish fry dinners are available at various churches in Racine County. Churches in Racine County offer dine-in and to-go options this […]
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‘Reverse Advent Calendar’ Food Drive through Dec. 24 by Covenant Presbyterian Church
RACINE — Covenant Presbyterian Church is hosting a food drive with a special twist for the month of December. This month, community members are encouraged to participate in a “reverse advent calendar” as a way to stock up the Northside Food Pantry. As the days in December pass by, advent calendars typically dwindle. A local […]
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ACTS to show ‘Wonder’ at Back to School outdoor movie night Aug. 26
Grab your popcorn, and blankets for an outdoor movie night! Active Catholic Teens in Service (ACTS) Racine Youth Ministry is bringing the community together for one last hurrah before the school year starts. Families in the Racine area are welcome to join the ministry on Aug. 26. The movie “Wonder” will play starting at 7:30 […]
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Local diaper drive raises nearly 10,000 diapers for Racine Diaper Ministry
Local businesses, Sporty Girl Accessories and Sew ‘n Save of Racine hosted a diaper drive on Aug. 6. The three-hour event raised 9,719 diapers for the Racine Diaper Ministry. The ministry helps to provide children in low-income families with access to diapers, free of charge. Maggie Eastman, the owner of Sporty Girl Accessories, created the event in collaboration with […]
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Governor Evers orders flags at half-staff as Oak Creek Sikh temple shooting 10th-anniversary commemoration
Governor Tony Evers signed Executive Order #173 today, ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin, to be flown at half-staff, today, marking the 10th anniversary of the Oak Creek Sikh temple shooting, that occurred just north of Racine County. Remember Oak Creek, a project sponsored by the Sikh Coalition, the […]
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10 upcoming events in Southeastern Wisconsin that you don’t want to miss
This summer, Racine County is packed full of family-friendly events. From seltzer strolls to fairs, this summer season has already been a memorable one, and the fun isn’t over yet. If you are looking for something to do in Southeastern Wisconsin, continue reading to learn about what’s happening locally. In addition to the events listed […]