UNION GROVE – The Racine County Fair is celebrating its 100th anniversary in a big way this week! The annual fair literally has something for young and old alike – live entertainment, farm and exotic animals, shopping, midway rides, games, incredible food, blue ribbons and much, much more. Racine County Fair schedule The Racine County […]
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10 Racine County stories you may have missed this week, special bonus story included
What’s happening in Racine County this week? The news is ever-changing and evolving; it’s important that you stay informed. From local events to crime reports, stay in the know. In case you’ve missed the local news, catch up now on these 10 stories. 1. Racine Public Library: 125th-anniversary block party The Racine Public Library is turning another […]
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Racine County Fair celebrates 100th anniversary, 4H Horse Project seeks photo submissions
For well over 100 years, the Racine County Fair has been a place for family and friends to celebrate agriculture in Racine County. For the last century, the fair has resided at the Racine County Fairgrounds, located at 19805 Durand Ave., in Union Grove. Prior to making this the permanent location, the fair operated at […]
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2020 Racine County Fair Cancelled Amid COVID-19 Public Health Concerns
Due to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic, its impact on community health and well-being, the Racine County Ag Society made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Racine County Fair. The safety of the Racine County Fair’s visitors, participants, volunteers, and community is the highest priority in producing the Annual Fair. After seeking guidance from Racine […]
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Enjoy a ‘Fair’ time this weekend
Make way for cream puffs, racing pigs, midway rides and tractor pulls! It’s Racine County Fair time this weekend. You’ll also find a lakefront festival, summer food, live theater and two days of shopping opportunities. Real Racine is your summer fun source. Come to the Fair. The 2017 Racine County Fair is now underway at […]
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Weekend thrills and fun
Thrills at the beach, fair time fun, a shopping extravaganza and great fireworks. It’s all happening in Racine County this July weekend. Come along with Real Racine. Jumps and flips. Prepare to be amazed by skateboarders and BMX riders from throughout the Midwest as Real Racine presents the Bikes, Boards ‘n Beach Series. The boarders […]
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Demo for the Dogs Raises Thousands for HOPE Safehouse
A big, white sedan affixed with dozens of logos from local businesses and sporting a V8 under the hood smashed and got mashed Sunday afternoon in order to raise thousands of dollars for a local animal rescue and shelter. Demo for the Dogs was a fundraiser for H.O.P.E. Safehouse led by Ralph Malicki, owner of Malicki’s […]
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Thrills and the Fair
This weekend brings some of the best summer has to offer! Start with exciting BMX bike and skateboard competitions, take in one of the state’s favorite county fairs and sample one or more ethnic festivals. It’s all happening in Real Racine. Thrills at the beach. It’s time again for BMX bike and skateboard action at […]
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Piggly Wiggly Derby Car Benefits HOPE Safehouse
Malicki’s Piggly Wiggly is hoping their car takes a serious beating at the Racine County Fair Demo Derby in order to raise some serious money for HOPE Safehouse. Car sponsorships are available for $100 per slot, and supporters can also pledge money toward each hit the car takes during the derby. To donate to Demo […]
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County Budget Includes Increased Funding for Fun
The proposed 2015 Racine County budget has good news and more good news for taxpayers; property taxes stay flat, and several cultural, recreation and entertainment will get some much-needed funding increases for the first time in years. Explaining that the zoo, symphony orchestra, and a proposed disc golf course are important quality-of-life issues, County Executive […]
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Racine County Fair: Behind The Scenes Of The Truck And Tractor Pull
Check out the video of the truck and tractor pull, the crash ’em up derby, and the cream puff eating contest photos from the Racine County Fair.
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Scenes From The Racine County Fair
The Racine County Fair opened today and we thought we’d pull together a few photos from social media. If you have any that you’d like to share with us, tag us on Twitter at @RacineCountyEye. Looking for the entertainment schedule? Looking for the daily schedule?
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Racine County Fair: Entertainment Line-Up Kicks Off Tonight
The Racine County Fair starts Wednesday and runs through Sunday at the Racine County Fairgrounds, 19805 Durand Ave., in Union Grove. Here’s the entertainment line-up: 2014 Grandstand Entertainment Line-Up Badger State Truck and Tractor Pull Wednesday July 23rd at 6:30 PM Uncle Kracker Thursday July 24th at 8:00 PM Midwest Truck and Tractor Pull Friday […]