September 8, 2019, was a beautiful fall day, a Sunday made for a perfectly lazy day. But this day turned out not so perfect because I found out that I have congestive heart failure. I’m telling you this story because today is National Wear Red Day and February, the American Heart Association’s Heart Awareness Month. […]
Category: Opinion
Posted inCommunity, Opinion
OPINION: How some people are benefitting from inflation
OPINION — As the cost of living rises across the nation, families face tougher financial situations and shrinking budgets. If this is the case, then how are some people growing their wealth faster than ever? The answer is through investment into industries that are resistant to inflation. Under Trump, many were satisfied with the low […]
Posted inCelebrations, Community, Culture, Events, Home, Opinion, Parenting
OPINION: Snapshots of Safety Halloween edition – 3 important safety guides
OPINION — It is that time of year again where we transition from summer to winter. This time is traditionally celebrated in many places of the world like in China with the “Tomb Sweeping Day” and in Mexico with “El Día De Los Muertos.” In the United States we celebrate “Halloween,” which many people are […]
Posted inCommunity, Home, Local news, Opinion, Police and fire, Weather
OPINION: Snapshots of Safety fall edition, part 2 – 7 cold weather home safety tips
OPINION — It is getting chilly and going to be getting even colder very soon. The Racine County Eye offers the following safety tips to start a conversation about safety in your home as we embark on another season of sub-zero temperatures and darkened mornings and evenings. The air has turned crisp and we are […]
Posted inCommunity, Kenosha Schools, Opinion, Schools
Op-Ed: Gateway’s Dr. Bryan Albrecht – Colleague, Partner and Friend
An open letter to Dr. Bryan Albrecht of Gateway Technical College on his retirement Dr. Albrecht… Bryan: Most of the time a “congratulations on your retirement” letter starts out with congratulations on your retirement. I’m not ready to go there just yet. When I came to southeast Wisconsin and UW-Parkside 13 years ago, I was […]
Posted inCommunity, Opinion, Things To Do
OPINION: Snapshots of Safety, fall 2022 edition
OPINION — Welcome to the fall edition of Snapshots of Safety. Fall has come and our weather and trees are starting to change. The trees may look beautiful as they change colors and shed their leaves. The outdoor fires, fireplaces, and cocoa drinks can give us a well-needed sense of comfort. With all that in […]
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Racine County: 10 stories you may have missed this week
RACINE COUNTY — The start of September kicked off this week and the news was flying off the press. Children are back in school. The fall season is upon us. Events are in full swing. You name it, it’s happening in Racine. Perhaps, you may have missed what’s happened this week. If you’re someone who […]
Posted inCommunity, Kenosha Schools, Opinion, Parenting, Police and fire, Schools
OPINION: A snapshot of school bus safety – 7 must-read rules
OPINION – Kids. They are all around us. It is back to school time and they are ready and (un)willing to return to school. This means there will be more traffic, school buses, confused and worried parents, and the need to be extra careful in and around not only school buses, but also around the […]
Posted inCommunity, Kenosha Schools, Opinion, Schools
OPINION: Teaching the truth is always best
OPINION – There is a debate rising in our society, relating to the teaching of American history in our schools. A movement is afoot in school districts, state legislatures, and more to curtail or outright ban the teaching of episodes of U.S. History in which racism caused suffering, displacement, or death to groups of people. […]
Posted inCommunity, Elections, Government, Opinion, Politics
OPINION: Honestly speaking – Thoughts for the independent Black Voter
OPINION – Well, here we go again. The Mid-term elections are a couple of months away and Wisconsin’s Black voters find themselves trapped, as usual, in the political madness of voting for the lesser of two evils that continue to play fraudulent games with our efforts of obtaining equality. Ironically, it seems that many of […]
Posted inCommunity, Opinion, Police and fire
OPINION: A snapshot in back-to-school safety – 10 guidelines to keep your little ones safe
Let’s talk back-to-school safety. In just a few short days, children will be returning to school. Parents will be sad, rejoicing, or a little of both. As a former school teacher and resource officer in the inner city, I have seen all kinds of things that – as a protector – give me a sense […]
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OPINION: A snapshot of jogging safety – 4 smart ideas
Jogging safety is the topic of this installment in the Racine County Eye’s “Snapshots of Safety” series. I was talking to a friend a couple of days ago and she was concerned about going running in the park and even around the block. She was concerned because not too long ago, a group of men […]
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OPINION: A snapshot of home safety – 10 protective measures
Home safety is the topic of this installment in the Racine County Eye’s “Snapshots of Safety” series. Our homes are one of the most vulnerable places in our lives. They hold memories and records and things that are personal and valuable to us. Yet we spend most of our days away from home. There used […]
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OPINION – An Open Letter re: John Tate II to Gov. Tony Evers and Gubernatorial Candidates from over 60 community leaders
Opinion – An open letter regarding John Tate II July 6, 2022Dear Governor Evers and Gubernatorial Candidates: We are faith leaders and congregations from many different traditions and many parts of Wisconsin. In this election year, we write to implore you to tell the truth. We ask you to have the moral courage to refuse […]
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OPINION: A snapshot of personal safety – 7 tips to keep you safer
Personal safety is the topic of this installment in the Racine County Eye’s “Snapshots of Safety” series. Personal safety is very important in our society. It is not uncommon, no matter where you are, to be at risk with your personal safety. These are just some suggestions to consider as you travel in the community. […]