MOUNT PLEASANT, WI — All four incumbent candidates retained their seats on the Mount Pleasant Village Board after about 10,000 Mount Pleasant residents took to the polls on Tuesday. Here are the results. Check back for more coverage as we’ll be updating this page with comments. President David Degroot:4,789 | 53% Read DeGroot’s interview Kelly […]
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Spring 2023 election results: Caledonia says yes for Hammes, Pierce, & public safety referendum
CALEDONIA — Residents in Caledonia voted Tuesday to give Tony Hammes a chance, to keep Nancy Pierce on the board, and to approve a spending referendum to fund certain public safety measures. Unofficial results posted by Racine County Clerk Wendy Christensen are based on 100% of village precincts reporting. The referendum to exceed the tax […]
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Racine mayoral candidate forum set for Feb. 2
RACINE — A coalition of community organizations is sponsoring Racine’s first mayoral candidate forum on Thursday, Feb. 2. The event runs from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 716 College Ave. The forum, which is open to the public, is sponsored by the Racine Interfaith Coalition, the League of United Latin American Citizens […]
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Anthony Hammes: Caledonia Trustee #3 candidate
Racine County Eye asked candidates to fill out a questionnaire so that our readers could learn more about them. These are Caledonia candidate Anthony Hammes’ answers. Anthony Hammes What position are you seeking?Caledonia Village Board of Trustees #3 How long have you lived in Caledonia?Born and raised in Caledonia. Age43 OccupationFreelance digital marketing If you […]
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Burlington Area School District launches 4k-12 virtual charter school, awaiting approval from DPI
BURLINGTON—The Burlington Area School District (BASD) is launching its first virtual charter school. The district received approval from the school board allowing the district to go forward and open Wisconsin Connect Charter School (WisCo). The new virtual charter school will focus on educating students in grades 4K-12. Charter schools are schools created through a contract or ‘charter’ […]
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Winter HarborMarket kicks off Nov. 5 at the Kenosha Union Club
KENOSHA — The Kenosha Winter HarborMarket is moving indoors for the winter season. They’ll kick off being indoors at the Kenosha Union Club, 3030 39th Ave., on Nov 5. The local market will operate every Saturday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. through April 29, except Dec. 17, 24 and 31. The Winter HaborMarket features […]
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Teen Voice program gives Burlington students inside look at local government
BURLINGTON — The Burlington Area School District and the City of Burlington have once again collaborated to include teens in leadership roles through the Teen Voice program. The Teen Voice program has operated for more than 10 years in the City of Burlington and allows Burlington area students an opportunity to gain a better understanding […]
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David Rubinson: Caledonia Trustee Seat #1 candidate
Racine County Eye asked candidates to fill out a questionnaire so that our readers could learn more about them. These are Caledonia’s David Rubinson’s answers. David Rubinson What position are you seeking?Village of Caledonia – Trustee Seat #1 How long have you lived in Caledonia?24 years Age30 OccupationProject Manager If you have served as an […]
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The 2023 primary election is Tuesday: What you need to know
RACINE COUNTY — Voters in Racine County and statewide will head to the polls Tuesday for the 2023 primary election. Here is what you need to know. 2023 primary election details Voting hours Polling places will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. How to vote To be permitted to vote in person at […]
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Pride events happening in Racine County in June 2023
RACINE COUNTY— Happy Pride Month! In June 2023, the Racine community, along with people across the nation will celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community. This month-long celebration began in 1969 after the Stonewall Riots sparked progress with the gay rights movement. This month is a period dedicated to celebrating all identities, without questioning, judging or casting hate. […]
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Bridget Munson named Executive Director for NAMI of Racine County
RACINE — Racine County has appointed Bridget Munson to be the Executive Director for the local branch of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), 2300 De Koven Ave. Due to Munson’s background in marketing and passion for mental health advocacy, she was a standout candidate in NAMI’s search for Executive Director. NAMI Board of […]
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Burlington High School, NAMI to host ‘Ending the Silence,’ a suicide prevention presentation on March 2
BURLINGTON — Burlington High School (BHS) is partnering with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) on March 2 to host “Ending the Silence,” a presentation on suicide prevention. NAMI Racine County NAMI Racine County provides education, skills training, and support for youth who have a mental illness or are experiencing mental health challenges. These […]
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Nancy H. Pierce: Caledonia Trustee Seat #1 candidate
Racine County Eye asked candidates to fill out a questionnaire so that our readers could learn more about them. These are Caledonia Nancy H. Pierce’s answers. Nancy H. Pierce What position are you seeking?Village of Caledonia – Trustee Seat #1 How long have you lived in Caledonia?4 years, Racine County, 22 years Age72 OccupationCommunications and […]
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Spring Election 2022 results
With a number of seats being uncontested, the Spring Election ended early as the vote totals came in before 9 p.m. Tuesday evening. About 27,000 people voted in the spring election. For many, there wasn’t much on the ballot. Only five of the 20 County Board seats were contested races. Caledonia and Mount Pleasant both […]
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Gift of Giving Food Drive looks to bring in 2023 items at Kenosha Public Market
KENOSHA — As part their commitment to serve the community, Kenosha Public Market is hosting a food drive to benefit several food pantries in the area. The need for donations to food banks everywhere always takes on a bigger emphasis in the days and weeks leading to the holiday season. But that same need doesn’t […]
