Good morning, Racine.

Racine residents gathered at Monument Square on Thursday for the first summer HayMarket — marking the start of local market events.

A 70-year-old Milwaukee man died on scene after his vehicle crashed in Caledonia May 25 — the Caledonia Police Department said.

Racine will mark its 50th Annual Juneteenth Festival from June 6 to 14 by hosting cultural, STEM and community events including a Sneaker Ball 3.0 kickoff at Festival Hall and a flag raising at the Dr. John Bryant Community Center—street closures on Caron Butler Drive, Roosevelt Park Drive and Wisconsin Avenue have been planned for safety.

Bri Hatch will join Racine County Eye as an education reporter on July 7 through the Report for America program, where they will focus on Racine public schools and student stories.

They will also work on the School Zone project launching in August—expanding local coverage for families.

Racine officials will consider awarding a $589,660 contract to A.W.

Oakes and Son, Inc. for the Uptown Green Infrastructure Project at the June 3 council meeting. The project will reduce flooding, improve water quality and revitalize public spaces—funded with $364,660 from city accounts and a $225,000 Wisconsin DNR grant.

On Tuesday, June 3, at 6 p.m., the Racine Common Council will meet in the Community Room at the Racine Public Library to discuss employee health care, crime prevention measures, street renaming and street closures for the Juneteenth Festival.

The council will also review public works contracts, licensing issues and budget priorities to guide the city's future actions — residents can attend in person or watch via live stream.

NAMI Racine County is moving its Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group to The Inclusive Bean coffee shop on June 11 and the group will meet each second Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m.—the shop is at 1930 Albert Street.

Christos Summer 2025 Contemplative Retreat

9 PM - 6 PM — Siena Retreat Center — $410+ — Recharge your spirit with a restorative retreat focused on meditation and nature.

Music at the Zoo

5:30-9 p.m. — Racine Zoo — Free entry — Enjoy a night of music by the Chicago Tribute Anthology in a scenic outdoor setting.

Chronicles At The Zoo

6-9 p.m. — Racine Zoo — $100 — Experience a delightful evening of bourbon tasting, animal encounters, and catered dining at this inaugural event.