Thursday, February 5th, 2026
Good morning, Racine. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community organizers are planning a rotating network of churches to offer emergency overnight shelter when extreme temperatures are forecast, building on a Jan.-23-24 effort at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church. The proposed plan aims to help vulnerable residents stay safe during severe weather. Racine County Eye
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Racine Unified board members considered a bell-to-bell student cell phone policy at a Feb. 2 meeting and asked Superintendent Gajewski to explore confiscating phones at day’s start to reduce distractions — while some raised concerns over funding and potential student departures and others noted that teachers could regain control. Racine County Eye
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Super Bowl Bash at Buckets Pub
4-10 p.m. — Buckets Pub 2nd Round — $75-$600 depending on seating — Enjoy friends, food, and fun at the ultimate Super Bowl event.
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BACR 4th Annual Artists Awards Ceremony
5-8 p.m. — Gateway Technical College — Fundraiser — Celebrate the artistic excellence of Racine with awards and captivating performances.
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Driver's License Reinstatement Clinic
11 a.m.-3 p.m. — Racine Public Library — Free entry — Get assistance from volunteer attorneys to help navigate Wisconsin driver’s license reinstatement.
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The WhiskeyBelles
7-9:30 p.m. — Racine Theatre Guild — $20 Adults, $18 Seniors, $15 Students — Experience the captivating harmonies of an all-female Americana trio bringing classic country tunes to life.
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Chili Ice Walk
12-4 p.m. — Downtown Racine Corporation — Free entry — Experience ice sculpting, chili sampling, and a scavenger hunt in a festive downtown setting.
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