An accident involving a car and a motorcycle required Flight for Life at about 9:55 p.m on Wednesday. The Racine County Communications Center received a 911 call for the incident. The accident took place on State Highway 11/ Durand Avenue between S. Sylvania Avenue and 56th Road in the Village of Yorkville. Car, motorcycle severely […]
Tag: Sturtevant
Posted inLocal news, Police and fire
Man charged with 6th OWI after allegedly causing accident
A Sturtevant man could spend the next decade in prison after he was charged with his sixth OWI for allegedly causing a multi-car accident while driving under the influence. Jonathan Knutson, 41, was charged Wednesday in Racine County Circuit Court with operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) as a 5th or 6th offense. If […]
Posted inElections, Government, Local news
2020 election critics challenge local GOP incumbents; Vos, Wanggaard targeted on August 9 primary election
RACINE COUNTY – Two long-time Racine County legislators are being challenged in the August 9 Republican primary 2020 election by candidates that are questioning the integrity of the 2020 general election in which President Joe Biden narrowly defeated Donald Trump. Wisconsin Voter Alliance, an organization critical of the 2020 Wisconsin election, placed billboards like this […]
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Church directory
Check out these church events, festivals and stories along with our church directory.
Posted inContests, Food & Drinks
And the winners are: Your picks for best pizza in Racine County
The people have spoken and the winners are listed below, as well as all of the nominees. Now is the time for you to taste and see for yourself! Try them all! Racine County has amazing pizza. Each pizzeria is a winner in their own rites, but the category winners stand out for a reason. […]
Posted inLocal news, Police and fire
Bonds Set for Sturtevant Couple Accused of Drug Dealing
RACINE – Cash bonds were set Tuesday afternoon for a Sturtevant couple who were arrested over the weekend on an array of drug-related charges. A $25,000 cash bond was set for Paul E. Braun Jr., 49, during an initial appearance in Racine County District Court. The Racine County District Attorney’s Office charged Braun with possession […]
Posted inBreaking
Sturtevant Couple Held On Multiple Drug Charges
YORKVILLE – A Sturtevant couple was being held in the Racine County Jail following their arrest on multiple drug-related charges at a motel here Sunday afternoon. Paul E. Braun, 49, of 9432 Carol Ann Dr., Sturtevant, was arrested on suspicion of possession of methamphetamine with intent to deliver, possession of cocaine, possession of drug paraphernalia […]
Posted inCelebrations
Sturtevant Holiday Tree Lighting & Community Gathering
The Village of Sturtevant is hosting its holiday tree lighting and community gathering on December 4. Families, residents, and visitors are welcome to attend the festivities at the Sturtevant Village Hall and Fire Department Station 9, a co-facility located at 2801 89th St. Attendees are encouraged to park their cars on 90th Street or in […]
Posted inLocal news, Schools
Cimbalnik Resigns; RUSD Seeks to Fill Board Vacancy
The Racine Unified School District (RUSD) is a seeking a community member to fill a board vacancy created by the resignation of school board member Amy Cimbalnik earlier this week. Cimbalnik, of Sturtevant, resigned via email after Monday’s RUSD Board of Education regular monthly meeting. She reportedly cited “personal reasons.” She could not be reached […]
Posted inCelebrations, Local news
July 4th, 2021 photo gallery: Red, white and blue – here’s to you
The 4th Fest of Greater Racine hosted the 85th Annual 4th of July parade in Downtown Racine. Racine residents gathered to celebrate on July 5, 2021. Favorite floats and parade entries took the streets of Racine to celebrate Independence day. Among the entries were crowd favorites such as Miss Racine 2021, Sophia Karegeannes and newly […]
Posted inAdvertising, Employment
Feature your company on our employment guide
We’ve been thinking a lot about how to help businesses tell their employment stories better. That’s why we came up with a web-based storytelling project that features stories about the employment market, job search tips, job listings and featured employers. The magic happens by connecting an engaging story about your business on our web story […]
Posted inCORONAVIRUS, Local news
16 and older? Get your COVID-19 vaccine, Racine County officials say
RACINE COUNTY – As of Monday, all Wisconsin residents 16 and older are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Racine County officials reported “plenty of appointments available” at sites throughout the county this week. County officials added that the two-dose Pfizer vaccine is the only COVID-19 vaccine currently approved for Individuals ages 16 and 17. […]
Posted inLocal news, Police and fire
Man shoots himself following armed bank robbery
STURTEVANT – A suspect involved in an armed robbery at a bank ended with the man shooting himself at 11:22 a.m. Thursday on Oakes Road near Highway 20. The man robbed a bank employee of an undisclosed amount of money at Tri-City National Bank, 8710 Durand Avenue in Sturtevant. He fled from the scene in […]
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Walter Davis
Walter Davis, 57, is throwing his hat in the ring to run against incumbent Mike Rosenbaum in the spring election on April 6, 2021, for Sturtevant Village President. To read more about other races, click here. Where do you live? Sturtevant How long have you lived there? 15 Years Age? 57 Spouse or partner’s name? […]
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Mike Rosenbaum
Mike Rosenbaum, 40, is competing against Walter Davis in the spring election on April 6, 2021, to keep his position as Sturtevant Village President. To read more about other races, click here. Where do you live? Sturtevant How long have you lived there? (no response) Age? 40 years old Spouse or partner’s name? Shauna Rosenbaum […]