Good morning, Racine.

Entrepreneurs in Racine, Kenosha and Walworth counties will compete for a $5K prize at the Tri-County Pitch Competition on Nov.

12 at the Kenosha Innovation Center. Applications close on Sept. 17 at 11:59 p.m. and selected finalists will join a workshop series from Oct. 13—17 to refine their business ideas — Tech Prize mentor Jeff Hunter said the event may become an annual competition.

On Aug. 8, 119 Racine youth graduated from the summer employment program at Pritchard Park—each receiving a laptop from Microsoft and sharing a picnic with peers and employers.

The program gives paid summer jobs with mentorship and job skills training to youth aged 15 to 18.

Microsoft and Racine County launched a laptop initiative at the Summer Youth Employment ceremony today—this program helps youth ages 15-18 gain job placements where they work about 20 hours a week for eight weeks.

HayMarket Summer Tradition

4-7 p.m. — Downtown Racine Corporation — Free entry — Experience local vendors, live music, and food trucks in a vibrant night market setting.

Sketch Racine USA 2025

4 PM – 12 PM — Downtown Racine Corporation — Free entry — Capture the charm of Racine through sketching at iconic local sites.