Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of May.
Good morning, Racine.
Memorial Day ceremonies & activities will take place this weekend in Racine and Kenosha counties to honor fallen service members.
Local organizers have planned commemorations where residents can reflect on the sacrifice of those who served.
Students at Olympia Brown K-8 School earned certification in financial literacy on Monday by participating in interactive games that made learning engaging (school officials reported the activity boosted essential money skills).
Pedro Cruz, a Burlington High School graduate, has grown into a confident school leader focused on uplifting his peers.
His progress highlights a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment within the community.
RUSD workers demonstrated today to call for higher wages for the 2026–27 school year, chanting 'Pay us or lose us' and 'Educators deserve a living wage' at local schools.
Mayor Cory Mason turned on a new water pipe at 1104 High Street on Wednesday, May 20, launching a $130M project to replace 10,000 lead pipes over five years — a key step to secure safe drinking water and create local job opportunities.
Nurse practitioner Jennifer Eppinger earned a pediatric mental health credential that expands integrated primary and mental care for children at Pillar Health clinics in Racine and Kenosha.
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.
Mini Golf Crawl: Putt Around Downtown
1-6 p.m. — Downtown Racine Corporation — $20 per pair or $35 per foursome — Swing into fun with unique mini-golf locations and a chance to win prizes!
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