Racine Local News – Thursday, April 17th, 2025

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Thursday, April 17th, 2025

BUSINESS NEWS

➤ Microsoft paused construction on part of its $3.3 billion Mount Pleasant data center project — the company is reassessing design plans due to evolving technological needs. The first phase is still set to finish in 2026 and local officials said the pause will not change the overall project scope. Racine County Eye

CRIME NEWS

➤ On April 14, after a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, investigators arrested 18-year-old Ernesto Roman for allegedly uploading child pornography on his WhatsApp — he was charged with six counts and a cash bond of $25,000 was set as his preliminary hearing is scheduled for April 23. FOX6

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ Many Wisconsin school districts cut staff and reduced budgets after a series of failed referendums left them with deep funding gaps—Lake County cut six positions and Kenosha Unified faces a $19 million deficit. In contrast, only referenda in Oshkosh, Racine and Port Washington-Saukville passed, prompting school leaders to urge lawmakers to draft a new state budget to help fill the void. CBS58

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RACINE EVENTS

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

Sun, 4/27/25

Sunday, April 27th, 2025
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Cinco K Mayo

8:54 p.m. – 12:54 a.m. — José's Blue Sombrero | Racine — Entry fees apply — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a festive 5K race and fun festivities.

Sat, 5/3/25

Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
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Crisis Intervention Partners Training

8 AM – 4 PM — Ascension All Saints Hospital — Contact for details — Gain essential crisis intervention skills to support the Racine community.

Mon, 5/5/25

Monday, May 5th, 2025
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RACINE ANNOUNCEMENTS

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