A Milwaukee man is facing a decade in prison after he allegedly cut the catalytic converters out of vehicles in Union Grove. John Hodapp, 53, was charged Wednesday in Racine County Circuit Court with two felony counts of removal of a major part of a vehicle and two misdemeanor counts each of theft and criminal […]
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Racine County Fair – 100th Anniversary edition
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 Outstanding farm stands to visit in Racine County
Racine County offers a variety of produce, crops, and locally-grown goods. Shopping at farm stands allows you to support small businesses and find products made or grown close to home. Items like fruits, vegetables, eggs, honey, canned goods, and much more can be found at a local stand near you. Check out these farms stands […]
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Car, motorcycle accident on Highway 11 required Flight for Life
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 […]
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4th of July Parade in Union Grove: ‘National Treasure’
The streets of Union Grove will be beaming with red, white, and blue on Independence Day. The 2022 Union Grove 4th of July Parade will kick off at the Racine County Fair Grounds, 19805 Durand Ave. This year’s event is sponsored and supported by the Greater Union Grove Chamber of Commerce and American Legion Bixby-Hanson […]
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July 4 celebrations across Racine County
The Racine County Eye has all of the July 4 happenings right here for Racine County. Click a link for information about your area’s local 4th of July festivities. July 4 and so much more The Racine County Eye, which includes the Kenosha Lens, has a great celebrations section to keep you updated on community-wide […]
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Business Spotlight: Baking Bird
A little birdy recently told the Racine County Eye that there’s a new business in town. Baking Bird is a new bakery located at 1013 Main St. in Union Grove. Sweet aromas and friendly faces gathered at the new storefront to celebrate the grand opening on Saturday, June 18. Melissa Wandrey is the owner and […]
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2 killed in head-on collision with semi-tractor-trailers
YORKVILLE – Two people were killed in a head-on collision involving two semi-tractor-trailers here Tuesday morning. The collision shut down Highway 11 (Durand Avenue) at the 16000 block east of Union Grove for several hours. The Union Grove-Yorkville Fire Department reported that both drivers were killed in the accident. No other injuries were reported. The […]
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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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Memorial Day Remembering Together Ceremony is May 29
The 2022 Memorial Day Remembering Together Ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 21731 Spring St., in Union Grove. The Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery (SWVMC) serves as a final resting spot for veterans, spouses and dependents, and creates a lasting memorial to their achievements and sacrifices. All […]
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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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The Village of Union Grove Offers $320K in Loans & $20K in Grants
The Village of Union Grove has recently offered $320,000 in loans to businesses and $20,000 in grants. The Board of Directors for The Village of Union Grove approved updates to the existing Union Grove Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) and Matching Grant Program (MGP). The RLF and MGP programs are administered by the Racine County Economic […]
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Church directory
Check out these church events, festivals and stories along with our church directory.