RAYMOND, Wis. — Amid controversy and a deep political divide, Dr. Michael Garvey, Superintendent and Business Manager of the Raymond School District, announced his resignation effective Dec. 31. District Administrator Dr. Michael Garvey announces his resignation, effective Dec. 31, during the Raymond School board meeting on Monday, Nov. 20, 2023. / Mark Hertzberg for Racine […]
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‘Tons of fun:’ Horlick High School presents ‘THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG’ Nov. 16-19
RACINE — Horlick High School’s Theater Arts program will debut their fall play, “THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG,” on Nov. 16. The show will run through Nov. 19. This show is an Olivier and Tony Award-winning comedy. The play is described as a hilarious hybrid of Monty Python and Sherlock Holmes. It’s Broadway’s funniest smash […]
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Racine Unified’s Tapp named 2023 School Communicator of the Year
Stacy Tapp – RACINE — Racine Unified School District’s Chief of Communication and Community Engagement, Stacy Tapp, has been named Wisconsin School Public Association’s (WSPRA) 2023 Mary Pat Pfeil School Communicator of the Year. The Board of Directors from WSPRA selected Tapp from a group of eight exemplary nominations representing school public relations professionals throughout […]
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2024 Racine Symphony Orchestra’s Young Artists’ Competition
RACINE, KENOSHA COUNTY — The 2024 Racine Symphony Orchestra’s Young Artists’ Competition is seeking participation from local youth. All students studying orchestral instruments or piano, who are in 9th through 12th grade are eligible to compete. The community, family members, teachers and friends of competing musicians will be invited to attend the competition in early […]
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Apprenticeship open house at Gateway on Nov. 14 celebrates Registered Apprentices
An apprenticeship open house is taking place at Gateway’s SC Johnson iMET Center, 2320 Renaissance Blvd., Sturtevant, from 3 to 7 p.m. on Nov. 14. The event takes place during National Apprenticeship Week. This week is a nationwide celebration where employers, industry associations, labor organizations, community-based organizations, workforce partners, education providers, and government leaders host […]
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Tabak Law, The Prairie School, O&H Bakery support Kringle giveaway for veterans on Nov. 10
RACINE — Veterans can claim a free Kringle at O&H Danish Bakery, 5910 Washington Ave., on Nov. 10. A veteran claims his free Kringle. – The giveaway is supported by Tabak Law, The Prairie School, and O&H Danish Bakery. This is the second annual event supported by the two local businesses and school. Together, through […]
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McKenna will not run for Racine Unified School Board reelection in 2024
RACINE — Current Racine Unified School District board member Julie McKenna will not be running for reelection in 2024. The announcement was made Tuesday (Nov. 7). 26-year stretch of serving on school board Julie McKenna McKenna has served the Racine community, schools, students and families for the past 26 years. She was first elected to […]
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DC bound: Walden III band, orchestra to perform at national Veterans Day observance
RACINE – The Walden III High School band and orchestra is headed to Washington DC this week to participate in the national Veterans Day ceremony. Laura Shapovalov, Walden III band and orchestra director – The 55 students – 30 band members and 25 orchestra members – will board chartered buses Wednesday evening for an all-night […]
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UW enlists business leaders to push for new engineering building funds
The University of Wisconsin-Madison kicked efforts to persuade the Legislature to come up with nearly $200 million for a new engineering building into higher gear Monday. The UW announced a campaign including digital and newspaper advertising, social media and a video spot to reverse the Republican legislative majority’s decision in June against funding the building […]
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Broncos revel in 1st WIAA boys soccer state title
The Union Grove Broncos boys soccer team entered the postseason already with a historical notch on its record when it tied Elkhorn for its first-ever Southern Lakes Conference title. Senior captain Owen Zikowski and the team celebrate for the 1st time with the WIAA D2 State Champion trophy. – That proved to be just the […]
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Union Grove students save over $385K through transcripted credit courses
UNION GROVE — Union Grove Union High School students have saved a total of $385,856.30 during the 2022-2023 school year through transcripted credit courses. A total of 821 Broncos have contributed to the success of the amount saved by taking these courses. This is also an increase from the previous year when there were 627 […]
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Study abroad: Wisconsin for Canadian students
STOCK IMAGE Venturing abroad for education isn’t just about academic pursuits. Study abroad is about self-discovery, embracing different cultures, and honing invaluable life skills. For Canadian scholars, extending their educational journey beyond national confines can be a transformative and career-boosting experience. Beyond familiar territories paves the way for unparalleled educational moments, and the U.S. (including […]
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Former Racine Unified Superintendent Dr. Gallien to be paid $350K by Charleston County School Board after controversial actions
Dr. Eric Gallien Dr. Eric Gallien, former Racine Unified School District and now former Charleston County School District superintendent will receive about $350,000 after a settlement agreement, following the board’s controversial decision to put him on paid administrative leave. According to Count on News 2, a local news station to South Carolina, Gallien filed a […]
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Kenosha removes books from schools; residents, advocates react
Kenosha Unified School District removed four books from school libraries this year, joining a nationwide debate about removing books from schools. The books, which focused on LGBTQ topics and characters, were purged for having “pornographic material,” one school board member explained on social media. While their removal satisfied some residents, others worry about the effects […]
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UW-Extension’s 1-hour Gazpacho gives one last glorious taste of summer
RACINE COUNTY — UW-Extension of Racine County offers a Gazpacho recipe this fall to help Wisconsinites hang onto summer. This Farmers Market Gazpacho recipe utilizes in-season produce that is still available either in your own backyard or at local farmers markets and adds a touch of multiple ingredients that bring flavor to life. The recipe […]