Good morning, Racine.

Undocumented workers played a key role in Wisconsin's economy, with an estimated 73,900 living in the state as of 2022 and contributing $240 million in taxes—about $8 million of which is imagined to be from Racine County.

Dairy farming, manufacturing, and hospitality depended on their labor to keep operations running.

Racine Unified School Board member Mike Bellagio was re-elected for a three-year term on April 1st after voters chose him with 3,421 votes versus challenger Christian DeJong’s 2,555 votes—unofficial results released by County Clerk Wendy Christensen confirmed his win.

Voter turnout in eastern Racine County was steady on Election Day, with 25% of voters choosing absentee ballots yesterday.

At Caledonia Village Hall, 4,252 absentee ballots were returned and 837 ballots were processed by 11 a.m. — a minor jam was quickly resolved — as officials reported consistent voter traffic.

Results from the Racine Common Council election show that one incumbent and three challengers won contested races on April 1 with vote totals from 285 to 1085—candidates in other districts ran unopposed.

The new council members will be sworn in next month and work to shape the city's future.

Jamie McClendon wins by 55 votes on April 1 and will take the bench in Branch 7 of the Racine County Circuit Court - unseating incumbent Jon Fredrickson who served for four years.

McClendon said her victory shows that voters want safer streets and impartial judges.

On March 29, Racine native Congresswoman Gwen Moore spoke at a Rally for Democracy held at Monument Square ahead of the April 1 election with about 150 people in attendance as Assembly Minority Leader Greta Neubauer and State Rep. Angelina Cruz joined her.

The speakers criticized the very expensive state Supreme Court race and billionaire influence on state issues—points that they said would affect how voters make their choices.

Residents in Caledonia voted yesterday to keep trustee Nancy Pierce for a second term and elect Michael (Mick) Moore to the board, with Pierce winning 5,066 votes and Moore receiving 4,306 as reported by Racine County Clerk Wendy Christensen.

Racine schools shined at the 2025 Case Classic track event where Jamier Mosley came in third twice and KaMari Wright won the Triple Jump—other local athletes ran fast, jumped well, and finished strong in sprints and distance races.

Future meets will be on April 13, April 29, and June 6.

Always A Bridesmaids

2-3:30 p.m. — Racine Theatre Guild — Ticket prices vary — Experience the drama and laughter of 'Always A Bridesmaids' live in Racine.

4th Annual Downtown Candy Hop

12-2 p.m. — Downtown Racine Corporation — Free candy and scavenger hunt — Enjoy a sweet adventure with free candy giveaways from local businesses and a fun scavenger hunt.

SEWERFest

12-5 p.m. — Fountain Banquet Hall — Admission varies — Explore a unique collection of diverse captive bred animals and learn alongside local breeders.