RACINE – The City of Racine will celebrate its 175th anniversary as a chartered city with a big, community party this Saturday (Oct. 21). The event, which City of Racine organizers are calling a “Birthday Bash,” runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Festival Hall, 5 Fifth St. It is free and open to […]
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Interactive Smart City StoryMap unveiled by City of Racine
RACINE — The city launched a new tool on Tuesday to promote its progress on innovation. The Smart City StoryMap is an immersive webpage featuring definitions, historical facts, initiatives and interactive maps to provide a unique perspective of the city’s transformation into a Smart City. A Smart City is one that uses innovation and technology […]
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Neighborhood TID programs becoming more attractive to Racine residents
RACINE — When the city first promoted its new neighborhood TID program, some residents were a bit skeptical. A neighborhood TID (tax increment district) is a program that invests in home repair and improvements using program dollars generated from within the TID district. Jeff Hintz, assistant director for City Development, said initially the city sent […]
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UPDATE: City of Racine announces State Street Bridge reopens after malfunction
UPDATE (6:09 p.m.): The State Street Bridge has officially reopened according to the City of Racine. It is functioning and open to traffic. ORIGINAL STORY: RACINE — The City of Racine made an announcement on Oct. 11 at 3 p.m. that the State Street Lift Bridge is malfunctioning, preventing it from lifting. The malfunctioning of […]
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Temporary speed hump installed on Lathrop Avenue near Graceland Cemetery
Drivers traveling north on Lathrop Avenue will need to slow down to navigate a temporary speed hump installed by the City of Racine’s Department of Public Works. — Photo credit: City of Racine Department of Public Works
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City joins 20+ Wisconsin municipalities in PFAS water contamination lawsuit
RACINE — The city has joined more than 20 other Wisconsin municipalities in national litigation over PFAS water contamination. Chemical companies like 3M, DuPont, Chemours and Corteva have begun settling billion-dollar lawsuits with municipalities over contaminated drinking water. The Common Council voted in the affirmative Tuesday on a retainer agreement with Napoli Shkolnik to represent […]
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Nominations sought for first responder recognition in 62nd Assembly District
RACINE COUNTY — Rep. Robert Wittke, R-Wind Point, is seeking nominations for a First Responder to be formally recognized by the Wisconsin State Assembly. The nomination deadline is Friday, Sept. 29. Rep. Robert Wittke (R) Racine Wittke, who represents the 62nd Assembly District, is interested in learning about deserving first responders (police, sheriff, firefighter, EMS/EMT) […]
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Free disposal event set for Sept. 30 for City of Racine residents
CITY OF RACINE — A free disposal event is set for Sept. 30 for residents of the City of Racine. Items can be dropped off from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1800 S. Memorial Drive. Those attending should enter off of South Memorial. Event organizers request that proof of residency such as a driver’s […]
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National Voter Registration Day is Sept. 19: Racine residents encouraged to participate
RACINE — Wisconsinites, especially those in the City of Racine, are encouraged to participate in National Voter Registration Day by registering to vote or by updating their voter information on Sept. 19. To ensure that people are ready to get to the polls when election day rolls around, it is crucial that everyone eligible to […]
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Two new Wall Poems of Racine to be unveiled Sept. 17
RACINE — The latest Wall Poems of Racine are set to be unveiled at a pair of events this coming Sunday afternoon, Sept. 17. The poetry and outdoor artwork represent the fifth and sixth such installations by ArtRoot Racine. The project celebrates local literary talent by pairing an excerpt from a poem written by a […]
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Abandoned downtown YMCA sought after by City of Racine for redevelopment; public hearing is Sept. 18
RACINE — The City of Racine and Racine Family YMCA are currently in communication working to resolve the abandoned YMCA in Downtown Racine located at 725 Lake Ave. For years, this YMCA location served as a cornerstone of the Racine community. The building serviced thousands of kids and their families through engaging programs and athletics. […]
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City of Racine Finance and Personnel Committee to discuss employee benefits, funding requests and litigation on Sept. 11
RACINE, Wis. — A Finance and Personnel Committee meeting is set for 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 11, at City Hall in room 303 as committee members consider various proposals affecting city employees and the city’s financial future. Finance and Personnel Committee agenda highlights Chair Marcus West and Vice Chair Maurice Horton will lead the […]
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City to repair Lake Michigan Pathway erosion
RACINE — City officials are taking steps to repair erosion along a stretch of the Lake Michigan Pathway that reopened earlier this summer after extensive reconstruction work. Rainwater runoff from storms has washed away a soil and sand berm between the Lake Michigan Pathway and a portion of Zoo Beach. The Racine Department of Parks, […]
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City of Racine launches online permitting process
RACINE — The City of Racine has launched an online system for obtaining routine permits such as fencing, roofs and siding. The new system means that residents and contractors may no longer need to visit City Hall to obtain the permits. Instead, they can apply, pay for and receive the documents via a secure online […]