RACINE COUNTY — It’s that time of year, fair time in Racine County. The yearly event, featuring a vast variety of entertainment including animal exhibits, music, carnival rides, demolition derbies and more is quickly approaching. For over 100 years, the Racine County Fair has provided opportunities for youth and families in Racine County. The community […]
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15 sweet rides at 2023 Rotary Post Prom
The fun didn’t start at the 70th annual Racine Founder’s Rotary Post Prom, it actually began with how students got there: in the motorcade of sweet rides. High school seniors made their grand entries not only on the red carpet but also turned some heads on while making the procession from their respective schools to […]
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2023 Racine Founder’s Rotary Post Prom Motorcade Schedule
RACINE —Racine Founder’s Rotary Post Prom is set for May 20. Information about the motorcade process and seating at the Racine County Fairgrounds is now available. According to the Racine Founder’s Rotary, changes to this year’s motorcade procession have been made to improve safety. On the organization’s Facebook page, Racine High Schools Post Prom – […]
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Racine County Tree Sale happening now, tradition continues for 40th year
RACINE — The Racine County Tree Sale is once again underway. Affordable 2- to 3-year-old tree seedlings are available for purchase from the Racine County Land Conservation Division. This year continues a 40-year tradition of providing Racine County and Wisconsinites with low-cost tree seedlings with the desire to promote conservation and environmental stewardship. Available are […]
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The Great Pumpkin Fest is Oct. 15 in Union Grove
There’s no shortage of fall fun in Racine County. The Great Pumpkin Fest packs various fall activities into a one-day event on Oct. 15. The Union Grove Area Chamber of Commerce presents this annual event from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Racine County Fairgrounds, 19805 Durand Ave., in Union Grove. The event is also […]
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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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3rd Annual Memorial Day Parade for Vets seeks participants to join motorcade
The 3rd Annual Memorial Day Parade for Veterans will take place on May 30. This event aims to honor current residents of the Wisconsin Veterans Home at Union Grove. Event organizers are currently seeking participants to join the lineup of vehicles. On Memorial Day, people from the Racine County community are asked to join at […]
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Union Grove Relay for Life event to honor local cancer survivor on June 3
Kim Terpstra, a Union Grove resident and breast cancer survivor, is aware of the impact cancer can have on a family. It’s why she’s passionate about the work that Relay for Life and the American Cancer Society provides. About 20 years ago, Terpstra was the chairperson overseeing the Union Grove Relay for Life event. Now, […]
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2022 Rotary Post Prom Takes Place May 21 at The Fairgrounds
Rotary Post Prom, 69-year-old prom tradition, will continue this year on Saturday, May 21 from 6 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at the Racine County Fairgrounds, 19805 Durand Ave. in Union Grove. The Racine Founder’s Rotary Club is once again hosting a safe celebration for graduating seniors. The celebration’s theme is “Moonlight and Roses” and will […]
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10 Events in Racine County you won’t want to miss in May
It’s that time of the year for festivals, fairs, and fun events. Bring on good food, tasty drinks, and time with family and friends. Racine County has several fun events happening this May as a way to kick off the summer season. Here are 10 of them. 1. Burlington Jamboree Racine County has The Burlington […]
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2022 Racine Founders Rotary Post Prom Motorcade Lineup
The 2022 Racine Founders Rotary Post Prom will take place once again at the Racine County Fairgrounds located at 19805 Durand Ave. in Union Grove. The event will take place on May 21, 2022. According to the Racine Founders Rotary Club, this location has been selected due to COVID-19 and to ensure that students have […]
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Racine County Tree Sale Underway
The Racine County Land Conservation Division is offering the public an opportunity to purchase 2- to 3-year-old tree seedlings. This tree sale has been taking place for 39 years. These bare-root seedlings, which are 12 to 18 inches high and sold in bundles of 25. Included is a varsity of pines, spruces, shrubs and hardwoods. […]
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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 […]
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Racine Prom Photo Submissions
Prom in Racine is unlike prom anywhere else. Since 1953, Racine Founder’s Rotary Post Prom has been a tradition embedded into the city. Whether you attended in 1960 or if you attended within the past couple years, chances are you have memories from that night. If you were lucky, you may have even gone more […]
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Soaring pumpkins on the way!
Get ready for soaring squash this weekend! You’ll also find a new play about a legend, free family fun, rib-stickin’ food and much more in Racine County. Real Racine has your fall weekend covered. Flying pumpkins and more. The pumpkins will be soaring — and dropping — at this year’s Great Pumpkin Chuckin Fest at […]