RACINE COUNTY – Biking is good exercise, great family fun, and here in Racine County, simply gorgeous. The Racine area’s cycling opportunities extend from the Lake Michigan shoreline to peaceful country settings. Several former railroad corridors have been converted to bike paths creating an easy-to-follow trail network. Some favorite biking trails to try 1. Lake […]
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Driver charged in hit-and-run that killed Anthony Morales on December 22
RACINE — The man accused of striking and killing Anthony Morales in a hit-and-run accident last December has been charged. Shawn Shelton, 42, of Racine, was charged Friday, April 28, in Racine County Circuit Court with a single felony count of hit-and-run resulting in death. If convicted, he faces up to 25 years in prison, […]
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High-speed chase ends in crash with squad car, woman facing 16 years in prison
CALEDONIA — A wrong-way driver that led Caledonia Police on a high-speed chase before a crash into a Sheriff’s Department squad car early Friday morning now faces three criminal charges in Racine County Circuit Court. Lanora Wright, 59, of Racine, is charged with felony counts of fleeing/eluding causing damage to property and second-degree recklessly endangering […]
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Man accused of trying to hit utility flagger facing 12-1/2 years prison
CALEDONIA — A 19-year-old Caledonia man is facing the next decade in jail after he allegedly drove his truck directly at a utility flagger, causing that person to jump into a ditch to avoid being struck. Trevor Bolin was charged Thurs., April 13, in Racine County Circuit Court with a single felony count of first-degree […]
Posted inEnvironment, Government, Local news
New site for Racine area household hazardous waste collection; next event is April 15
RACINE — The drop-off site for household hazardous waste is now at 1831 Phillips Ave. The next collection event is from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. THIS Saturday (April 15). The hazardous waste collection is presented by the City of Racine Wastewater Utility to prevent hazardous materials from entering the area’s water supply. The event […]
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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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John J. Halverson, Jr., 61, enjoyed fishing and growing robust veggies
Obituary for John J. Halverson, Jr. John J. Halverson, Jr., 61, passed away at his home on Monday, March 20, 2023, due to health complications related to COPD. John was born in Milwaukee on Nov. 30, 1961, to John and Georgiana (nee: Brix) Halverson. They moved to Caledonia, Wis. when he was seven years old. […]
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Sandra ‘Sandy’ L. Balwinski, 80, was an industrious homemaker and meticulous seamstress
Obituary for Sandra ‘Sandy’ L. Balwinski Sandra ‘Sandy’ L. Balwinski, 80, passed away on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at Open Arms Assisted Living. Sandy was born in Milwaukee on Oct. 23, 1942, to the late Edward and Clara (nee: Erdman) Bzdawka. Sandra ‘Sandy’ L. Balwinski She graduated from Pulaski High School in Milwaukee. On Aug. […]
Posted inElections, Local news
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 David Rubinson If you have served […]
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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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2023 Spring Election candidate forums to be hosted by Racine County Eye on Facebook
RACINE COUNTY — The 2023 Spring Elections are fast approaching, and we know members of the community have questions for the candidates who will represent them. Racine County Eye is hosting a series of candidate forums as Facebook Live events for the next three weeks. Each forum begins at 7 p.m. and lasts for an […]
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Bill Folk, Anthony Hammes advance Caledonia Trustee #3
Voters in Caledonia on Feb. 21 cast their ballots for incumbent Trustee Bill Folk and challenger Anthony Hammes during the 2023 spring election primary. Folk, Hammes garner over 75% of votes There were three residents running for the seat: Folk, Hammes, and Mark Gracyalny. Hammes garnered the lion’s share of the votes – 1,785 – […]
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Op-Ed: Yes! Send a penny of sales tax back to locals
OPINION — What does a penny buy these days? When it comes to the state budget, you might be surprised. First, a bit of background The state of Wisconsin levies a 5% tax on retail sales – a rate unchanged since 1982. This state sales tax rate works out to five pennies on every dollar […]
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Scott A. Reynolds, 69, enjoyed football and hunting
Obituary for Scott A. Reynolds Scott A. Reynolds, 69, passed away on Thursday, March 2, 2023, in his home in Caledonia. Scott A. Reynolds He was born in Milwaukee on March 9, 1953, to the late Harry T. and Kathryn A. (nee: Petri) Reynolds. On March 28, 1981, Scott was united in marriage to Marie […]
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Sugarin’ Off Pancake Breakfasts start March 5
CALEDONIA — It’s that time again. River Bend Nature Center, 3600 N. Green Bay Road, starts its Sugarin’ Off Pancake Breakfasts this Sunday (March 5) from 9 a.m to 1 p.m. Sugarin’ Off Pancake Breakfast details Nothing is better than pure maple syrup on a stack of hot pancakes. The breakfast menu includes pancakes served […]