Catch up on this week’s news on the Racine County Eye. A lot is happening and you don’t have to miss out on the local action. Between community events, businesses opening, and politics, there’s a lot to read. To help streamline your reading, the following 10 stories are worth reading from the past week. Events […]
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Racine/Kenosha Community Action Agency Hosts Holiday Food Basket Program
The Racine and Kenosha Community Action Agency (RKCAA) will be hosting its annual Holiday Food Basket Program during the 2021 holidays. This program operates in conjunction with The Racine County Food Bank, the City of Racine, Racine County, labor, civic groups, churches, schools, and businesses in the area. The program was started to ensure food […]
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Local Family Builds Spectacular Pumpkin Tower
A Caledonia family has taken pumpkin carving to a new level. They don’t just have 1 or 2 pumpkins on display outside their house. This family’s Halloween pumpkin tower is far from the usual Halloween decor. In fact, the stack of 220 brightly lit pumpkins is worth seeing. The Dewitt’s Pumpkin Party Pumpkin Display at […]
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The Community Buzz: What’s Up With Local Nonprofits
For a full look at what local nonprofits are up to, check out our nonprofit community feed here. Here’s a snapshot of the things you’ll find: NAMI Racine County shared the Racine Financial Empowerment Center (FEC) panel presentation. https://www.facebook.com/NAMIRacineCounty/posts/3971519322960741 The Racine Art Museum gave a sneak peek of an upcoming exhibit. https://www.facebook.com/ramartmuseum/posts/10158635719042585 The Siena Retreat […]
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The Community Buzz: What’s Up With Local Nonprofits
For a full look at what local nonprofits are up to, check out our nonprofit community feed here. Here’s a snapshot of the things you’ll find: The Racine Literacy Council is hosting a scramble in the garden fundraiser. https://www.facebook.com/racineliteracycouncil/posts/3960009790732239 Looking for something fun for your kids? The Racine Art Museum has classes coming up. Registration […]
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United Way of Racine County Awards Additional Pandemic Relief Funding to Local Nonprofits
Since the beginning of the year, four local nonprofits have been awarded pandemic relief grants through United Way of Racine County’s (UWRC) COVID Relief Fund. This is in addition to the nine nonprofits that were awarded funding in 2020. Combined, United Way of Racine County has awarded over $80,000 in COVID relief through the UWRC […]
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The Community Buzz: What’s Up With Local Nonprofits
For a full look at what local nonprofits are up to, check out our nonprofit community feed here. Here’s a snapshot of the things you’ll find: The Racine Art Museum is offering another look at its Peep Exhibit. Have you seen the whole exhibit yet? https://www.facebook.com/ramartmuseum/videos/295974605300786/ Like poetry? The Racine Literacy Council is celebrating National […]
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The Community Buzz: What’s Up With Local Nonprofits
For a full look at what local nonprofits are up to, check out our nonprofit community feed here. Here’s a snapshot of the things you’ll find: The Racine Art Museum is raising money for next year’s programs. (Don’t forget the CARES Act allows for a $300 deduction for nonprofit donations.) https://www.facebook.com/ramartmuseum/posts/10158246684032585 Own or run a […]
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The Community Buzz: What’s Up With Local Nonprofits
For a full look at what local nonprofits are up to, check out our new nonprofit community feed here. Here’s a snapshot of the things you’ll find: Have you picked up your 2020 Kiwanis ornament yet? https://www.facebook.com/WestRacineKiwanis/posts/3065013720444507 Looking for a last minute gift? Racine Family YMCA may have what you’re looking for. https://www.facebook.com/YMCARacine/posts/3421691951217567 Big Brothers […]
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The Community Buzz: What’s Up With Local Nonprofits
For a full look at what local nonprofits are up to, check out our nonprofit community feed here. Here’s a snapshot of the things you’ll find: Look for a fun and safe activity for the whole family? The Racine Zoo is hosting the Wonderland of Lights Drive-Thru event. https://www.facebook.com/racinezoo/posts/3518486361523337 Enjoy art? The Racine Art Museum […]
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Hometown Hero: Michael Pothen
Family medicine practitioner Michael Pothen goes beyond the wheelhouse of his own expertise to help a patient with her chronic illness. Jenna Zeihen, a Carthage College student, nominated Michael Pothen to be named the Racine County Eye Hero of the Week. Michael Pothen is a doctor at Aurora Health Care, 8400 Washington Ave in Mount […]
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The Community Buzz: What’s Up With Local Nonprofits
For a full look at what local nonprofits are up to, check out our nonprofit community feed here. Here’s a snapshot of the things you’ll find: Mother’s Day is coming up and Focus on Community has some special crafts kids can do for mom! https://www.facebook.com/drugfreeracine/videos/1313052955561688/ NAMI Racine County hosted a mental health panel that you […]
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The Community Buzz: What’s Up With Local Nonprofits
For a full look at what local nonprofits are up to, check out our new nonprofit community feed here. Here’s a snapshot of the things you’ll find: If you haven’t caught Racine Zoo‘s Lantern Festival yet, you only have 5 days left to do so! Mark your calendar! The Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce will […]
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The Community Buzz: What’s Up With Local Nonprofits
For a full look at what local nonprofits are up to, check out our new nonprofit community feed here. Here’s a snapshot of the things you’ll find: The Racine Zoo is hosting a special family night featuring the beautiful Latern Festival. Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Racine and Kenosha Counties are hosting “100 Heroes.” […]
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Racine Honda Presents “10-4 GOOD BUDDY”
PRESS RELEASE: RACINE HONDA Presents “10-4 GOOD BUDDY” – featuring the Eddie Van Zant Band in concert – the 1st annual Customer Appreciation Celebration – proceeds raised will benefit The UNITED WAY of RACINE: Inspiring Racine Area Growth & Influencing Local Economic Development. Sturtevant, Wisconsin – October 4th, 2019 at 7:00 pm CST — RACINE […]