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Thursday, February 12th, 2026
Good morning, Racine. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Plumb Gold in downtown Racine is celebrating 50 years with a fundraiser that will raise $50,000 for United Way. Owner Austin Schultz will kick off the drive with a $5,000 seed donation — events planned include a customer celebration in July and a November presentation. Racine County Eye
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ashleigh Henrichs was selected at a Feb. 2 appointment committee meeting and now awaits WTCSB approval for a board seat at Gateway Technical College (decision pending). The Journal Times
- ➤ Hundreds of students and families toured the new Red Apple K-8 STEAM School during Monday's open house, exploring interactive exhibits + classroom spaces that showcase modern STEAM learning. The Journal Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Since New Year's Day, three measles cases in separate Wisconsin communities have raised concerns among health experts about a potential wider outbreak; experts advise those eligible to get the MMR vaccine (the only prevention) as vaccination rates remain below herd immunity levels. Racine County Eye
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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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A Tribute to Bix Fest 2026
12:00 p.m. — Delta Hotels Mount Pleasant — Ticketed event — Experience a weekend filled with traditional jazz, swing music, dancing, and film screenings honoring the legacy of Phil Pospychala.
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