The Racine Public Library returned to its pre-COVID-19 hours and operations. They are open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. until 8 p.m. and 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturdays. As of now, Bookmobile is on its Fall/Winter Schedule. Masks are required to be worn within the Racine Public Library Main Campus […]
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Posted inReal Estate
How to Keep Your Family Protected at Home
Worrying about how to keep your family safe is a pretty common concern for most parents. Between natural disasters to burglaries, it can be hard to feel like you are keeping everyone safe from things you can or can’t avoid. Fortunately, we’ve collected a few tips on what you can do to make your home […]
Posted inCommunity
Meal Train Volunteers Needed for Cancer Patient, Jacob Ferch
Jacob Ferch, a new student at Starbuck Middle School, was recently diagnosed with cancer. Katie Cranley, a Diagnostician/Program Support Teacher at Racine Unified School District, has created a Meal Train to help. The goal is to raise $5,000 and to provide meals for the family. She hopes to alleviate stress. So. far, $2,760 has been submitted. […]
Posted inSchool Awards
SNHU Announces Summer 2021 President’s List
MANCHESTER, NH-It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the summer 2021 President’s List. Full-time students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.700 and above are named to the President’s List. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits; undergraduate day students […]
Posted inOpinion
OPINION: School Boards Leader Calls for Civility
Wisconsin Association of School Boards Executive Director John Ashley released the following statement: We’ve become increasingly alarmed at the recent reports of personal threats of violence and harassment directed at school board members across the state. Civil disagreement and protest are cornerstones of our democracy but attempts to intimidate school board members and physically disrupt […]
Posted inOpinion
OPINION: Legislation Eliminates Healthcare Collaboration
Wisconsin patients beware: some nurses don’t want physicians involved in yourhealth care. The State Legislature is currently considering legislation to alter theway health care is provided in the state. Assembly Bill 396 and Senate Bill 394 authored by Representative Rachel CabralGuevara (R-Appleton) and Senator Patrick Testin (R-Stevens Point) eliminate thephysician-led health care teams that make […]
Posted inCommunity
Racine Library Hosts Hispanic Heritage Month Events
RACINE – The Racine Public Library will host two free, outdoor events celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15) this Thursday and on Thursday, Sept. 30. A traditional folk dance troupe, La Perla Tapatia USA, performs from 5 to 7 p.m. this Thursday (Sept. 16) on the library grounds, 72 Seventh St. On Thursday, Sept. […]
Posted inCommunity
Racine Zoo Welcomes a Wallaroo Named Jiemba
The Racine Zoo welcomes a wallaroo named Jiemba. This 21-month old recently made a move from Oakland Zoo in Oakland, California, to Racine. His transition is a part of the Species Survival Plan’s efforts. Species Survival Plans, or SSPs, are cooperative efforts between accredited zoos, aquariums, and their partners around the country – and sometimes around […]
Posted inLife
4 Fun Ways to Share Big News with Others
Maybe your pregnancy test came back “positive” last week or you got that amazing promotion at work and will be transferring to a new city. Or perhaps you signed the closing papers on your first home or recently became engaged to the love of your life. All of these momentously marvelous milestones share two key […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Community
New Mural in Uptown Racine
In Uptown Racine, there is a new mural on the corner of Anne Street and 16th Street. A local artist, Thyla Arden, unveiled her creation of giant flamingos and flowers on August 11, 2021. The South African-born artist relocated to Racine and became involved with the local art scene. She has two murals completed in […]
Posted inCelebrations
Mayor Mason Announces Hip Hop Appreciation Month
August is now officially declared as Hip Hop Appreciation Month in the City of Racine. The request for recognition came from numerous hip-hop enthusiasts, local business owners, and artists. Mayor Cory Mason declared this proclamation to highlight the hip-hop genre, culture, and community. Since 2011, the city of Racine and the Origins of Hip-Hop 8 […]
Posted inKenosha Schools, Local news, Police and fire, Schools
Gateway Technical College Fire Students Train with Kansasville Fire Department
Students from Gateway Technical College’s Fire School were in Kansasville for training. The 17 students in attendance were practicing fire and rescue training modules. Rob Knight captured the event and those participating in Firefighter I & Firefighter II classes. The Kansasville Fire Department assisted the Gateway students. Gateway Technical College Fire Students train with Kansasville […]
Brews and news meet-up set
Join the Racine County Eye for our brews and news meet-up from 6 to 8 p.m. August 11 at Racine Brewing Company, 303 Main St., Racine. We’ll get together, have a few beers, eat some pizza and talk about the news. Feel free to ask questions about how we put together our stories, what you […]
Posted inCommunity, Events
Relay for Life Racine 2021
Relay for Life Racine is an annual fundraiser that benefits the American Cancer Society (ACS). The event’s goal is to raise funds for cancer research, honor survivors, support the community, and celebrate Relay for Life’s impact. This local event will take place on August 13 at Mt. Pleasant Campus Park, 8500 Campus Drive. The kick-off […]
Posted inAdvertising
Local display advertising
Need to connect with local display advertising, but don’t want to pay an arm and a leg for it? Racine County Eye doesn’t charge on a CPM. That means our ads have a lot of value built into them. Monthly ad rates. Want more than a month? Clients who sign-up for 12 months will receive […]
