Good morning, Racine.

Developer J. Jeffers and Company released a report showing Belle City Square met expectations in 2024 by creating 50 full-time jobs + supporting 65 construction jobs.

The project, funded by $21 million in New Markets Tax Credits, aims to revitalize the neighborhood and draw new businesses to Racine.

The Drowsy Chaperone is playing at Racine Theatre Guild (2519 Northwestern Avenue) and began on July 18; it will run through July 27.

Shows occur Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 7 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m., and tickets cost ($22 for adults, $20 for seniors, $17 for students).

Experts warn that a Supreme Court ruling that allowed over 1,300 layoffs at the federal Department of Education—reducing its workforce from 4,133 to 2,183 as of March 11—may delay student loan processing and slow Pell Grant payments for Wisconsin students, forcing colleges and schools to step in.

Pillar Health will open its newest location today inside Julian Thomas Elementary School to offer affordable health care for Racine residents.

Developers plan to demolish a downtown building to make way for a new parking lot that will serve Hotel Verdant guests + Eave and Marguerite patrons, with work set to begin soon to improve local access.

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.

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.

Music on the Monument

4:30-7:30 p.m. — Downtown Racine Corporation — Free entry — Experience the vibrant sounds of local bands every Friday at this fun outdoor concert series.

Kenosha Homecoming Car Show

7:45 AM – 4:00 PM — Kenosha History Center — Free entry — Celebrate Kenosha's rich automotive heritage at this vibrant car show.

Bend & Brew – Free Yoga

6-7 p.m. — Reefpoint Marina — Suggested $5 donation — Embrace wellness with serene outdoor yoga and enjoy refreshments at local venues.

Salt Paddle on the Root River

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Root River Environmental Education Community Center — $10 per person — Discuss the impact of chlorides on freshwater and paddle the beautiful Root River while testing water samples.

Racine County Open Men's Golf Tournament

54-hole stroke play tournament — Aug 1-3 — Ives Grove Golf Course — Registration fee applies — Compete alongside pros and amateurs in this exciting golf event.