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Tuesday, June 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Racine. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Extreme heat in Racine has left renters at Lake Oaks Apartments without working central air conditioning since last Thursday—forcing seniors like Delores Williams and Jan Finley to rely on fans and even their car’s air to cope with dangerous temperatures and health risks such as COPD and asthma. Multiple calls to management have not led to repairs, putting the residents in a risky situation. FOX6
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Racine Fire Department responded at 7:21 p.m. on Sunday, June 22nd to a porch fire at a duplex in West Racine—caused by careless use of smoking materials—that resulted in about $20,000 in damages while all six residents were safely evacuated. Racine County Eye
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Racine native Willow Newell, 22, was crowned Miss Wisconsin on June 21 in New Berlin and became the first Black woman to win the title. She will represent Wisconsin at the Miss America competition in Orlando this September—she earned nearly $13,000 in scholarship awards during the contest. Racine County Eye
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Advocates with Fair Share America will ride in a bright green bus to the Racine County Courthouse on June 30 from 10 a.m. — 11 a.m. to urge lawmakers against a federal budget bill that would extend the 2017 tax cuts. Racine County Eye
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Wisconsin's measles, mumps and rubella vaccination rate for 5- and 6-year-olds fell to 74.1% in 2024 from 79.3% in 2019 amid pandemic disruptions, which increases the risk of measles outbreaks as families travel this summer. Menominee County raised its rate to 83.6% while Clark County dropped to 42.9%, state health officials said. Racine County Eye
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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North Beach 5K Run/Walk
8 AM – 2 PM — Racine North Beach — Adults $30, Youth $15 — Experience scenic views of Lake Michigan while running for fun and fitness.
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Beginning Golf Camp
1-3:30 p.m. — The Prairie School — Cost unknown — A foundational camp for novice golfers focusing on swing, chipping, putting, and golf etiquette.
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Saturday Sounds on the Square
4:30-7:30 p.m. — Downtown Racine Corporation — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening of live music with local bands in the heart of Racine.
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Animal Crackers Concert Series featuring Vincent Ingala
7-9 p.m. — Racine Zoo — $40 — Enjoy soothing melodies by top artists while soaking in the stunning views of Lake Michigan.
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Taste of Wisconsin Festival
7 p.m. - 11 p.m. — Celebration Place at HarborPark — Free entry — Celebrate the best local flavors with food, drinks, and entertainment for the whole family.
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