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Racine Native Becomes First Black Woman to Be Named Miss Wisconsin

History · Racine

Racine Native Becomes First Black Woman to Be Named Miss Wisconsin

87% Center coverage: 16 sources

By Sam Schmitz Click here for updates on this story NEW BERLIN, Wisconsin (WISN) — Twenty-two-year-old Racine native, Willow Newell, was announced the winner of Miss Wisconsin 2025 June 21. Newell becomes the first Black woman to win the state competition, according to the Miss Wisconsin Scholarship Organization. Newell competed against a field of 29 contestants representing their communities across the state. According to the organization, …See the Story

SC Johnson Wins Grand Prix and Five Cannes Lions for Ziploc® "Preserved Promos" Campaign

Walmart · Racine

SC Johnson Wins Grand Prix and Five Cannes Lions for Ziploc® "Preserved Promos" Campaign

100% Center coverage: 4 sources

/PRNewswire/ -- SC Johnson today announced that it has captured the Grand Prix in Creative Commerce, along with five Cannes Lions at the 2025 Cannes Lions...See the Story

Greenfield Library Concludes Successful Summer Story Hour

Racine · Racine

Greenfield Library Concludes Successful Summer Story Hour

By Carmen Ensinger Once school is out, there is nothing many kids look forward to than Summer Story Hour at their local public library. Greenfield Public Library held four sessions this summer with the theme being Dino-rific Readers. They had 14 children attending the first session, 14 on the second, 18 on the third and an amazing 25 on the fourth and final session on Thursday, June 26. Library Board Chairman Amy Turpin was both the reader and t…See the Story

OP-ED: Patriotism isn’t what we say. It’s how we show up.

Rain fell over Racine as the Spirit of ’76 float prepared to roll down Main Street. The steady drizzle turned hats dark with moisture, and water beads on the flags held in still, gloved hands. The crew—some veterans, some family—climbed aboard to take their places as living statues, recreating an image of America’s promise that has endured for generations. They stood silent and steady, embodying the spirit of sacrifice and unity, while the para…Parade · Racine Read Article

Racine Council Overrides Mayor Mason’s Veto on Gas Station Beer License

Mayor Cory Mason has vetoed a proposal to redevelop the property at 930 Washington Avenue, the site of a long-shuttered gas station and convenience store. The property was photographed June 30, 2025. / Mark Hertzberg for Racine County Eye RACINE — July 3, 2025 — A plan to bring a gas station and grocery store to a long-vacant property on Washington Avenue has cleared a major hurdle after the Racine Common Council voted to override Mayor Cory Mas…Property · Racine See the Story

Racine homeowner loses thousands on unfinished job; neighbor steps in to help

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

A convenience store owner in Racine is stepping up to help his elderly neighbor after learning she lost thousands of dollars trying to fix her fence.The homeowner, 71-year-old Ruth Schoenfeld, told TMJ4's Tahleel Mohieldin that she hired a contractor in late April to repair her fence, but that the contractor was incarcerated halfway through the project, leaving Schoenfeld out $2,500."I mean, I'd paid them the whole thing," Schoenfeld said. "I ne…Racine · Racine Read Article

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Racine, WI- ABOUT OUR COMPANY Civic Media has built a state-wide radio and digital media network in Wisconsin with the goal of championing the practice of democracy by empowering honest and informative local voices. We’re merging the legacy of radio with the immediacy of digital to deliver high-quality content to a growing audience via our […]Racine · Racine Read Article

Racine 2025 4th Fest Parade lineup

RACINE, Wis. — Racine’s 2025 4th Fest Parade is back in full swing for its 89th annual celebration, returning to pre-pandemic participation levels. This year’s theme, “Roots in Racine,” honors the city’s deep community pride and history. The event will take place on Friday, July 4. The pre-parade, featuring trucks, motorcycles, emergency vehicles, and classic cars, will begin at 8:30 a.m. The main parade will step off at 9 a.m. along the 2.6-mil…Racine · Racine Read Article

How Technology Is Changing the Way We Share Local Stories

Have you ever thought about how people used to tell local stories earlier and how it’s done now? Things have really changed in recent years, and most of the credit goes to simple technology that almost everyone uses today. People in towns, schools, homes, or even small communities are now able to write, talk, and share their stories without needing to be experts in anything. Let’s look at how this change is happening in a simple way, without m…Racine · Racine Read Article

Reaction From RUSD and KUSD to Tentative State Budget Deal

July 2, 2025 3:30p (WGTD)---School districts in Wisconsin continue to assess the impact of state and federal budget decisions. In Racine Unified, the tentative state budget will give the district in each of the next two years an extra $7 million or so in special education funding from the state. But RUSD Superintendent Soren Gajewski says those funds may have to be used to offset possible federal cuts. "We appreciate so much the community of Ra…Racine · Racine Read Article

Power outages leave 3,649 customers without electricity in Racine County

UPDATE 2 p.m.: Power was restored to over 3,600 We Energies customers following an outage that lasted about 90 minutes, according to We Energies officials. Crews are still investigating the cause of the outage. RACINE COUNTY — July 2, 2025—Power outages have left more than 3,600 We Energies customers without electricity in Racine County today, creating widespread disruptions as crews work to restore service before the July 4th holiday. Accordin…Power Outages · Racine Read Article