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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Racine Pride Day 2023 to be held June 25 outside City Hall
RACINE — Racine Pride Day 2023 is set for this Sunday (June 25) at the Racine City Hall Plaza, 730 Washington Ave. The event, presented by the LGBT Center of SE Wisconsin and the City of Racine, runs from 12 to 2 p.m. Barb Farrar addresses the crowd at the 2022 Pride Day at Racine’s […]
PHOTOS: The LGBT Center of SE Wisconsin 2023 Equality Prom
RACINE — This past weekend, LGBT and other students from Racine County and beyond gathered for a night full of inclusivity and love at the 13th Annual Equality Prom at Meadowbrook Country Club, 2149 N. Green Bay Road in Racine. The prom was hosted by The LGBT Center of SE Wisconsin. Prom is a memorable […]
13th annual Equality Prom welcomes all students on April 22 at Meadowbrook Country Club
RACINE — The LGBT Center of SE Wisconsin is proud to host the 13th annual Equality Prom on April 22 at Meadowbrook Country Club, 2149 N. Green Bay Road, Racine. Middle and high schoolers who identify as LGBTQIA+, in addition to anyone who is an ally and/or interested in attending, are welcome to dance the […]