Racine County had 82 properties transferred to new owners, according to the Racine County Register of Deeds Office property transfer record. The properties acquired between January 11th and 15th had a cash value of almost $18 million. The transfers included a few Downtown Racine properties, a manufacturing-zoned property, and many single-family homes. The property that […]
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Downtown Achievement Award Nominations Needed
The Downtown Racine Corporation is now accepting nominations for the 2020 Achievement Awards in which individuals, businesses, or organizations are recognized for their contribution to the vitality of downtown during the past year. Nominations are being accepted for the following categories: Downtown Showcase Award – An exciting event, person, or organization that has helped attract […]
Downtown Racine in 2020: ‘Intense Challenges Faced’
RACINE – Downtown Racine Corp. (DRC) this week reported a few silver linings amid a 2020 that was dominated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Downtown business development and promotional organization summarized its accomplishments in its 2020 Review. “Despite the intense challenges we faced, we were able to pivot and provide major resources to the Downtown […]
Business Spotlight: Envy Racine
Envy Racine, 232 Main Street, is a business that aims to keep sales local and prides itself on being black-owned. This week’s RCE Business Spotlight, Envy Racine, is newer to the area, but not to Wisconsin. Their goal is to serve the community while encouraging people to support small businesses. This shop is more than […]
Business Spotlight: TaejaVu’s on Main
TaejaVu’s on Main, 240 Main Street, is located in the soul of Racine. They’ve paired the perfect location with scrumptious soul food and seafood. The owner, Tasia White has a passion for people and good food. During a global pandemic, White persisted and is building a wonderful establishment. This former educator is also a natural-born […]
Downtown Racine to host 3rd annual Kris Kringle Tour
Join us for our 3rd annual Kris Kringle Tour on Saturday, Dec. 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.This is a free event hosted by the Downtown Racine Corporation, O&H Danish Bakery, and Mt.Royal Investment Group. Celebrate Racine’s legacy as the kringle capital of the world bysampling different kringle flavors at over 20 downtown locations. […]
Business Spotlight: Orange Thread Collection
Kristyn Bartlett purchased Orange Thread Collection in May of 2020 with hopes to end fast fashion by providing Racine with a resale shop. The reopening of Orange Thread Collection, 302 Main Street, was an unexpected but pleasant surprise. In the winter of 2019, the shop was not active on social media or open regularly. Now, […]
Downtown Racine publishes Online Gift Guide
RACINE – Downtown Racine has created a new way to shop and support local businesses via an online gift guide at RacineDowntown.com/downtown-gift-guide/. The website is a collaborative effort created by Downtown Racine Corporation and The Journal Times. Visitors of the site can view 60 gift ideas, all from local businesses in Downtown Racine. In addition, […]
From Dixie cup to Downtown Racine’s Holiday Tree
The Holiday tree is now decorated and on display in Downtown Racine. The tree remains on the corner of 6th street in Monument Square. Along the shores of Lake Michigan, a green pine shines for all to see. It’s dazzling lights are hard to miss. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic put a halt on the annual Racine […]
Downtown Ladies Night Out
Mark your calendars for our 2nd annual Downtown Ladies Night on Friday, Nov. 20 from 2 – 8 p.m. Bring your gal pals to a FREE night of pampering, first-class treatment, specials, and one-night-only deals at over 30 downtown businesses! For every purchase made at the participating shops, restaurants, or bars you will be entered […]
Business Spotlight: Market on Main
These days it may seem that the shelves at the grocery store are bare. It’s slim pickings for necessities like toilet paper, mac and cheese, and over the counter medications. New to Racine in 2020 is a business eager to connect with the community through multiple outlets. This is a locally, black-owned business that Racine […]
Free Meter Parking Days are back In Downtown
RACINE – Free meter parking in Downtown Racine is back for the holidays in 2020. The City of Racine and the Downtown Racine Corporation have teamed up to coordinate free meter parking on the following Saturdays: November 28 (Small Business Saturday), December 5, December 12 (Kris Kringle Tour and Open House), and December 19. This […]
Longshot Vinyl Lounge, Perennial Soaps To Share Downtown Space
RACINE – Longshot Vinyl Lounge and Perennial Soaps are collaborating in a single location at 316 Sixth St., in Downtown Racine. Jada Pfarr, Longshot Vinyl owner, announced on her Facebook page this week that “our customers will be able to buy their favorite handmade soaps, locally crafted and designed gifts, vintage and new vinyl records […]
Bid on public art flowerpots to keep downtown blooming
The hand-painted flowerpots, which have beautified downtown all summer, go up for auction Aug. 17 during Downtown Racine Corporation’s 19th Annual Public Art Auction. Proceeds from the online auction will help keep downtown blooming by supporting the organization whose mission is to foster economic, social, and cultural diversity by stimulating business development, programming events, and […]
Dustin Chacon, a firefighter and hero
Dustin Chacon is the Racine County Eye Hometown Hero of the Week. The Firefighter was born and raised in Sturtevant, Wisconsin. He grew up watching his grandfather and uncle serve the community as firefighters. Heroism runs in their blood. Now, his Uncle is one of the owners of Bell Ambulance. In 2001, Dustin became a […]
