Racine – City of Racine Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services and the Dr. John BryantCommunity Center are pleased to announce actor, host, comedian BD Freeman will beperforming a few pieces from his brand new one person show “Manic Impressive!”; ahilarious opus of BD sharing his manic impressions of a world gone coo-coo. He will beperforming […]
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Racine County Gift Guide: Father’s Day 2021
Trying to think of what to get dad for Father’s day can seem near impossible. They either have everything, are simple, or don’t say anything when you ask them what they’d like. Lucky for you, the Racine County Eye has got you covered. So find dad a gift this Father’s day that shows how much […]
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5 Pride Events and Resources in Southeastern Wisconsin
It’s officially June, which means that the Racine County Eye is joining in on the Pride Month celebrations. During this time, we focus our attention on celebrating the diversity of our community and promoting acceptance no matter our readers’ sexual orientation. To celebrate love, we’ve wrapped up some things to do and resources that are […]
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Business Spotlight: Smoke’d On The Water
After a day on the lake, grab a bite to eat at Smoke’d On The Water, 3 – 5th Street. Operating as a seasonal business means that there’s only so much time to get in on the fun. So this business spotlight is now open for the season. Lucky for Racine, Smoke’d On The Water […]
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Wisco Summer Spotlight advertising campaign
The Wisco Summer Spotlight, a web-based storytelling project around Wisconsin events, eateries and retail establishments, has officially launched. This easy-to-use web-friendly app is packed with great stuff, things to do, recreation favorites, places to go, sports events, fairs, festivals, and more. We feature business spotlights, best-of lists, and reader picks. Click on the graphic below […]
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5 Memorial Day Weekend Activities in Racine County
Memorial Day weekend, for many families in Racine County, means three days off from work. It gives people time to go camping, take a trip up north, go to the beach, or even host a cookout. Spending the weekend in Racine County for Memorial Day is fun too. Not sure what to do? Check out […]
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Man Charged After Disturbances At Businesses
RACINE – A 23-year-old Racine was apprehended after causing disturbances at two businesses and allegedly punching a store manager on Tuesday. Jacque M. Fipps was charged by the Racine County District Attorney’s Office with misdemeanor battery, criminal damage to property, disorderly contact, three counts of felony bail jumping and three counts of misdemeanor bail jumping. […]
Get on the right track: a workshop to help growth-minded businesses
Workshop description In the wake of Covid and the beginnings of reopening, it’s never been more important for you to learn marketing basics. Join Denise Lockwood, owner of the Racine County Eye, and Jackie Zach, a certified business coach with ActionCOACH of Wisconsin, to learn how to tell your story in a way that engages […]
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Celebrate: Advertise in one of our special sections
Racine County Eye publishes several special sections, but we’re doing it with a new twist. We’re using a mobile-friendly web product called a web story. Here’s a mock-up of the one we did for prom. We can ad advertising sponsorships to the beginning and end of the story. These stories help get your advertising message […]
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Racine Zoo Welcomes Tawny Frogmouth
The Racine Zoo added another tawny frogmouth to their exhibit. The Zoo is pleased to introduce the newest animal, Groot. He will join Ashton, the tawny frogmouth in the Australian-themed Walkabout Creek Exhibit, alongside the kangaroos, wallaroos, and emu. Tawny frogmouths are insectivorous birds native to Australia, and one of the species atthe Racine Zoo […]
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Hometown Hero: Sophia Karegeannes
Sophia Karegeannes wears many hats, including a crown. The Racine County Eye Hometown Hero of the week is a future nurse, Miss Racine 2020, a reading tutor, CNA, and active community member. During National Nursing Week, we honor her commitment to the healthcare field and the Racine community. Photo Credit: Denise Watrous Karegeannes is a […]
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Racine County COVID-19 Update
COVID-19 cases United States: 32,725,013 confirmed, 581,939 deathsWisconsin: 603,303 confirmed, 2,882,859 negative, 6,904 deathsCentral Racine County Health Department: 13,286 cases (combined confirmed and probable; +114 from last week), 69,748 negative (+1,000), 211 deaths (+1)City of Racine Public Health Department: 10,078 cases (combined confirmed and probable; +119 from last week), 49,807 negative (+428), 118 deaths (+0)Racine […]
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Seltzer Beer Stroll Set for June 19
By now I’ve bet you’ve heard of White Claws, but did you know that there’s other seltzer beers to try. Now is your chance to try and get involved in the Racine community. If you loved the Wine Walk, you’ll be sure to love this upcoming event. The Downtown Racine Corporation is hosting their first […]
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Raising Money for Camp Through Community Clean Up
A group of adults and children from the Racine Christian Reform were cleaning up trash in the 1500 block of Junction Avenue this morning. Their efforts are for the children to help make money to offset the cost of their attending Camp Calvin, a summer christian camp in Waupaca, Wisconsin. The group included: Project Coordinator: […]
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Enchanted Evening’ Rotary Post Prom Set For May 15
UNION GROVE – The 68th Annual Rotary Post Prom, “Enchanted Evening” is set for Saturday, May 15, 6 p.m. to midnight, at the Racine County Fairgrounds. It is presented by the Racine Founders Rotary Club and nine area high schools. Among the Post Prom attractions are: Live red carpet TV coverage by WCGV-TV (MY24) and […]
