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Monday, February 16th, 2026

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Good morning, Racine. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of February.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • South Shore Fire Department lost firefighter Robert Berens (26-year veteran) who died unexpectedly on Feb. 15; funeral plans are pending.  FOX6

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Twenty Racine County students and 11 Kenosha County students earned medals at Friday's regional SkillsUSA competition in Sturtevant, qualifying them for the state event.  The Journal Times

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Wed, 2/18/26

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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.

    Sat, 2/21/26

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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.

    Sat, 2/28/26

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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.

    Sat, 3/14/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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