Good morning, Racine.

The 73rd annual Racine Founders Rotary Post Prom (beginning at 6 p.m. Saturday, May 16) will be held at the Racine County Fairgrounds.

Gas prices have reached a 4-year high near $4.31 per gallon, and Racine drivers are feeling the pinch amid global supply issues and local refinery outages while neighboring Waukesha households with higher incomes cope better.

Consumers in Racine are searching for ways to cut back on extra fuel costs.

A teacher shortage is straining Racine schools as low pay and rising benefits costs have discouraged new graduates from entering teaching roles.

Local school leaders — including Racine Rep. Angelina Cruz — say larger classes and delayed staffing improvements may affect student learning.

Racine native Troy Collier joins Bradford High School football as offensive coordinator this season.

He leaves his role at St. Catherine’s High School and reunites with fellow native Steve Morris to boost the team’s game plan.

Summer Bash First Friday

4-9 p.m. — Downtown Racine Corporation — Free entry — Experience a vibrant evening of live music, food trucks, and art at the Summer Bash.

RKC Third Coast FC vs St. Croix Legends SC

6-10 p.m. — Pritchard Park Stadium — Ticket purchase required — Catch an exciting USL2 match with local rivals at Pritchard Park.