The Racine Roundup aired on TMJ4 during the 4 O’Clock news on Thursday, March 2. This week, Racine County Eye web editor Loren Lamoreaux discussed a new business and two upcoming local fundraisers with TMJ4 anchors, Steve Chamraz and Susan Kim. 1. Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine The Racine Roundup kicked off the segment by talking […]
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Business Spotlight: Valerie Lyvers: Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine
Valerie Lyvers is a Licensed Oriental Medicine Practitioner. While new to the Racine area, she is not new to practicing acupuncture and herbal medicine. The 5-star rated practitioner is bringing her expertise from the Chicago area to help those in the community through her new small business. Lyvers’ goal is to provide accessible and affordable […]
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Op-Ed: Rare Disease Day: How my conditions shaped me to be a community storyteller
What do you want to be when you grow up? I bet you’ve asked and answered that question more times than you can count. Did you grow up to be what you wanted? I hope, like me, you became everything you thought you’d never be. I became a storyteller. I am who I am because […]
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Heart health resources: 5 stories to read
February is American Heart Month. It is a time when Americans can devote attention to their heart health. The Racine County Eye and Kenosha Lens have curated a handful of heart-health-related stories from leading experts for Racine and Kenosha County residents to help focus their attention on their own cardiovascular health. Not only is American Heart […]
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Racine Roundup on TMJ4: Racine County Fish Fry Frenzy
The Racine Roundup aired on TMJ4 during the 4 O’Clock news on Thursday, Feb. 16. This week, Racine County Eye web editor Loren Lamoreaux discussed fish frys with TMJ4 anchors, Steve Chamraz and Susan Kim. Our segment focused on the Racine County Eye’s fish fry guide for all of Racine County. The guide features 100 […]
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Applications available for NARCAN® Direct Program until Feb. 14
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is now accepting applications for the next round of the NARCAN® Direct Program. This program ensures NARCAN®, the opioid overdose reversal drug, is provided at no cost to select community agencies for free distribution. Eligible agencies The following agencies are eligible to apply to participate in the NARCAN® […]
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Racine Roundup on TMJ4: Patton Law Office & making a difference for American Heart Month
The Racine Roundup aired on TMJ4 during the 4 O’Clock news on Thursday, Feb. 2. This week, Racine County Eye web editor Loren Lamoreaux was in the studio and discussed various stories with TMJ4 anchors, Steve Chamraz and Susan Kim. Our segment included two stories this week. First, Lamoreaux talked about Patton Law Office of […]
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Women and heart disease: Ascension Cardiologist talks about Wear Red Day 2023
RACINE, Wis. — National Wear Red Day unites people across the United States each February during American Heart Month to spread awareness about heart disease, especially its impact on women. On Feb. 3, Americans will focus on going red for women and community members will take strides to raise awareness for heart disease. Dr. Desiree […]
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Childcare, school immunization requirements for 2023-24 updated by Wisconsin DHS
MADISON — The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has announced updates to its immunization requirements for children in childcare centers and schools. The new requirements include updated guidelines for meningitis and whooping cough immunizations, and documentation of previous chickenpox infection by a qualified medical professional. There are no changes to the existing exemptions for […]
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5 ways to celebrate National Wear Red Day on Feb. 3
February is American Heart Month and on Feb. 3, communities celebrate National Wear Red Day to help raise awareness of women’s No. 1 killer – cardiovascular disease. The American Heart Association (AHA) invites people to join the fight against cardiovascular disease to help make an impact on women everywhere. Get involved in National Wear Red […]
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Dangerous wind chills could reach 25 below zero for Racine, Kenosha this week
RACINE, KENOSHA COUNTIES — The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for portions of East Central Wisconsin, South Central Wisconsin and Southeast Wisconsin due to below-zero wind chills. This weather affects Racine, Kenosha, Marquette, Green Lake, Fond du Lac, Sheboygan, Sauk, Columbia, Dodge, Washington, Ozaukee, Iowa, Dane, Jefferson, Waukesha, Milwaukee, Lafayette, […]
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A rise in cardiovascular-related deaths: highest among Asian, Black, Hispanic populations
The number of people dying from cardiovascular disease (CVD) in the U.S. escalating and it is impacting Asian, Black, and Hispanic populations the most. Cardiovascular disease, overall, includes coronary heart disease, stroke, heart failure, and hypertension/high blood pressure. Coronary heart disease includes clogged arteries or atherosclerosis of the heart, which can cause a heart attack. During the first year of […]
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10 Domestic Abuse resources in Southeastern Wisconsin
Are you or someone you know experiencing domestic abuse? Navigating the route to receive help can be a daunting task. Perhaps you’d like the information to local resources to be able to further assist someone in need. In Southeastern Wisconsin, community agencies, nonprofits, and programs are available to assist you or your loved one’s […]
Posted inGovernment, Health, Local news, Politics
Republican-led committee votes 6-4 to allow anti-gay conversion therapy practices
by Baylor Spears, Wisconsin ExaminerJanuary 13, 2023 Republicans on an administrative rules committee blocked for a second time Thursday an examining board’s prohibition on the practice of conversion therapy — a discredited form of therapy that involves attempting to convince LGBTQ people to change their sexual orientation and/or gender identity — by licensed counselors, therapists […]
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Racine Roundup on TMJ4: Best Bargains, Volunteers needed for money coach program
The Racine Roundup aired on TMJ4 during the 4 O’Clock news on Thursday, Jan. 12. This week, Racine County Eye web editor Loren Lamoreaux discussed various stories with TMJ4 anchors, Ryan Jenkins and Susan Kim. Business Spotlight: Best Bargains, Inc. This week the Racine Roundup features Best Bargains, Inc. as the Business Spotlight. While not […]