RACINE — This holiday season Horlick High School’s Vocal Music Department is transporting back to the year 1588 through their 46th annual Renaissance Feast. Students are calling on the community to embark on this musical journey with them through the opulent court of Queen Elizabeth I. This year’s event will be held at The DeKoven […]
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Charge in 2021 homicide amended to felony murder for 1 of 3 brothers
RACINE — The Racine County DA’s Office has amended the charge against one of three brothers who allegedly participated in a botched robbery that ended in a shooting death. Jonathan M. Martinez, 26, of Gurnee, Illinois, was originally charged with first-degree intentional homicide with use of a dangerous weapon and attempted armed robbery, as party […]
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Evers used email alias for security purposes, according to his office
Democratic Gov. Tony Evers has been using an alternate email account under the name of a former Major League Baseball player to communicate with state employees — a practice his office says is used for security purposes and for work efficiency. Evers used the email address “warren.spahn@wisconsin.gov” to communicate with other state officials as first […]
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2 Gateway esports teams in national competition Nov. 29-30
RACINE, KENOSHA – Two Gateway Technical College (GTC) esports teams are set to compete live in matches against a pair of State University of New York (SUNY) Polytechnic Institute teams on Nov. 29 and 30. Both competitions may be viewed live online. Gateway’s esports teams: GTC’s Overwatch 2 esports team will stream its first playoff […]
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Racine Zoo is ‘bear-y’ excited to welcome Fong, a 28-year-old sun bear
RACINE — Fong, a 28-year-old sun bear, has found a home in Racine at the Racine Zoo, 2131 N. Main St. The zoo says they are “bear-y excited to welcome another new resident to the Racine Zoo family.” Bear travels from Indiana to Racine Fong is the newest member of the Racine Zoo family. – […]
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Racine County to see more Amtrak service in 2024
STURTEVANT — Racine and Kenosha area residents can expect additional Amtrak passenger train service from here starting in 2024. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and the state transportation departments of Minnesota and Illinois earlier this month completed the funding for a second daily, round-trip passenger train linking Chicago, Milwaukee and the Twin Cities (Minneapolis […]
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Safe and Sound funded for additional 3 years
RACINE — The organization that puts boots on the ground to work with residents in challenged neighborhoods has the green flag to continue its work. The Racine Common Council voted to accept state funding to continue Safe and Sound for an additional three years on Tuesday (Nov. 23). Safe and Sound originated in Milwaukee more […]
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8 tips for businesses before opening a new office
For businesses thinking about opening a new office or finding a new workspace, the road ahead can seem daunting, but the rewards at the end of the journey can be substantial. They say that moving homes is one of life’s greatest stress inducers. Moving or opening a new office can be worse. Whether you are […]
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Oscar: The Scandinavian success startup is looking for local partners in Racine County
Oscar is a Danish mobility startup that is slowly but steadily conquering the world with its interesting services. In this article, you can learn all about it and find out more about the fact that this company is looking for collaborators in the area of Wisconsin and beyond. In the article, you will find out […]
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Walden III donates 472 boxes of food and over $9K to Racine County Food Bank
RACINE — Walden III Middle and High School Students have done it once again: they have earned the title of being the second largest donor to the Racine County Food Bank, this year. This fall, they continued their school’s 20-year tradition of hosting a food drive and raising money for the Racine County Food Bank. […]
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Raymond’s gay principal denies allegations made against him
An anonymous letter urges the removal of Raymond School Principal Jeff Peterson. The letter, which references Peterson’s personnel file, accuses him of various acts of misconduct, including creating a toxic work environment and inappropriate behavior towards children. The letter started circulating when Raymond School released Peterson’s personnel file in October. Jeff Peterson – Peterson is […]
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K9 Karma on the mend following unexpected surgery, $7K needed
RACINE — The Racine Police Department’s Officer, K9 Karma, is on the mend following an unexpected Veterinarian visit and surgery. K9 Officer Karma, of the Racine Police Department. – The K9 officer who works for RPD was born in 2018 and came to the department in 2020. The Belgian Malinois is paired with Ofc. David […]
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Wisconsin Supreme Court hears oral arguments in case over political maps
The Wisconsin Supreme Court heard oral arguments Tuesday in the lawsuit that could toss out the maps that have entrenched Republican control of the Legislature since 2011. The arguments were by turns complex and technical, as lawyers debated the meaning of the word “contiguous,” and fiery as the Court’s conservative minority thrashed against its inability […]
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Steenrod promoted to deputy district attorney
RACINE – The Racine County District Attorney’s Office announced on Tuesday that Christopher Steenrod has been promoted to deputy district attorney. Racine County DA Patricia Hanson – DA Patricia Hanson described the new deputy DA as being an integral member of the Racine County DA’s office who brought “a wealth of experience and a dedication […]
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First responders assist with rollover crash involving 1 man and tree
RACINE COUNTY — A single-vehicle rollover crash involving one man occurred on Nov. 19. First responders from the Kansasville Fire and Rescue Department (KFRD) along with Racine County Sheriff’s Office Deputies. The crash occurred shortly after 9:30 p.m. on Sunday at the 21300 block of Highway 11, also known as Durand Avenue, in the Town […]