DOWNTOWN RACINE – This year’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be held on Saturday, March 19, from noon – 1 p.m. The Downtown Racine Corporation (DRC) is now accepting applications for entries for one of their biggest events of the year. Drawing in more than 2,000 people from Racine and the surrounding area, the […]
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4th Annual Kris Kringle Tour in Downtown Racine Dec. 11
The holidays are here and with that comes cherished local traditions. Here in Racine, we celebrate our Danish heritage with a Kris Kringle Tour! O&H Bakery teams up with the Downtown Racine Corporation to host a free whirlwind tour through our historic downtown that includes more than 30 of the downtown businesses, all with Kringle […]
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Downtown Racine hosts Free Meter Parking Days
The City of Racine, in conjunction with the Downtown Racine Corporation, will have free meter parking to encourage the community to shop and dine locally throughout the holiday season. The following four Saturdays will be free meter parking days: November 27 – Small Business SaturdayDecember 4December 11 – Kris KringleDecember 18 Free Meter Parking Days […]
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Business Spotlight: Inmoxicated
Bottles and glassware are neatly arranged on the back bar. Coolers are stocked with beverages. The ice machine is loaded and ready to go. The place looks exactly like a tavern or cocktail lounge. The only difference at Inmoxicated, 329 Main St. in Downtown Racine, is that none of those bottles and cans contain alcohol. […]
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Downtown Racine Hosts Third Annual Ladies Night Out
The Downtown Racine Corporation will be hosting their 3rd annual Ladies Night Out this Saturday, November 20, from 12 – 8 p.m. in Downtown Racine. All queens are welcome, so bring your gal pals for a night of pampering, first-class treatment, specials, and one-night-only deals at over 30 downtown businesses. Participating retailers will have special […]
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“Every Brilliant Thing” Presented by Over Our Head Players
Over Our Head Players are welcoming guests back into the theater for live performances. This Friday, Every Brilliant Thing opens at the Sixth Street Theatre in downtown Racine and will run for three weekends in November. Directed by Cody Ernest, Every Brilliant Thing is a “humorous and inventive look into depression and mental illness.” Reflecting […]
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5 Ways to Support Local Businesses During the Holiday Season
It’s almost the most wonderful time of the year. Between now, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day there is a lot of shopping, cooking, and festivities taking place. Large retailers and big-box stores start booming with business this time of year. Sadly, small shops are hurt when consumers choose Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, and other large retailers […]
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Racine Holiday Season Kick-off set for November 13
The official kick-off to the holiday season for Racine is just around the corner. Join the community on Saturday, November 13 for the Annual Downtown Racine Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting. The parade will begin at 5:30 pm starting at the West side of the State Street bridge, it will continue down Main Street to […]
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Case Dance & Cheer Teams Welcome Children to Dance in Holiday Parade
The most wonderful time of the year is just around the corner. Can you believe it? Downtown Racine is hosting their annual Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 13. The Case High School Dance and Cheer teams are getting into the holiday spirit by performing in the parade. They are also welcoming children […]
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LAST CALL! Downtown Racine Wine Walk Tickets Available
Today and tomorrow are the final days to participate in this year’s Downtown Racine Wine Walk. Enjoy the beautiful weather this Saturday downtown by sampling 20 delicious wines poured at 20 participating businesses. New this year, enjoy an additional 10 stops that will be sampling beers and ciders. Tickets for the event are $40 each and […]
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Lakeview Pharmacy Under New Ownership
RACINE – One of the city’s last independent pharmacies, Lakeview Pharmacy, 518 MonumentSquare, is under new ownership. Megan Haapnen, Lakeview’s lead pharmacist in charge, has purchased the business from PeteCiarmita. Ciarmita and his late wife, Lynne, founded the pharmacy in 1974. Before joining Lakeview Pharmacy 12 years ago, Haapnen earned a Doctor of Pharmacydegree from […]
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5 Things to Do This Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day weekend is upon us. The first Monday in September highlights the American labor movement. Likewise, it acknowledges the contributions American workers have made. This three-day weekend wraps the end of summer together. So, how are you spending the last hurrah? In Southeastern Wisconsin, there are different ways you can enjoy the three day […]
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Splash Pad Reopened After Delay
RACINE – The Dr. Laurel Salton Clark Memorial Fountain splash pad has now reopened in Downtown Racine just in time for the summer heat. The splash pad is located at the bottom of Sam Johnson Parkway just off Sixth Street. It is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily and staffed from 11 a.m. […]
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Free Parking at Lake Ave Parking Ramp for DeerDistrict Racine Tonight
City of Racine – Today, Mayor Cory Mason announced that parking in the City’s Lake Avenue ramp on 3rd Street and Lake Avenue will be free all day and specifically for those coming to Deer District Racine tonight to watch game 6 of the NBA finals where the Milwaukee Bucks hope to beat the Phoenix […]
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Racine’s Monument Square To Become “Deer District Racine” In Support Of The Milwaukee Bucks During the NBA Finals
City of Racine – Today, Mayor Cory Mason announced that Racine’s Monument Square will become “Deer District Racine” for the remainder of the NBA Finals. With support from the City’s Department of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services (PRCS), Downtown Racine Corporation, Pub on Wisconsin, and Littleport Brewing Company, Monument Square will be set up for […]
