Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of September.
Good morning, Racine.
Governor Evers approved a $404,000 project to resurface and improve 0.37 miles of WIS 38 between Golf Avenue and Rapids Drive in Racine—work will begin Sept 22 and take about three weeks with a detour via WIS 31 and County C to keep access open.
Trevor Jung, Racine’s director of transportation, announced Tuesday his run for State Senate in the redrawn 21st District to focus on affordability, jobs, and education.
The new district covers parts of Racine plus Caledonia, Raymond plus sections of southern Milwaukee County, and the general election is set for November.
Traffic will slow downtown on September 18 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.—Festival Hall will host a special announcement with the Microsoft president, Gov. Evers, and local leaders—and drivers should plan for delays near the event.
Union Grove's senior Quintyn Martinez rushed for 294 yards and scored two touchdowns as the Broncos rallied in the second half to beat Burlington 28-13—overcoming a 13-0 halftime deficit to start the season 4-0.
3rd Annual Ted's Run 5k
9 AM – 1 PM — J. I. Case High School — Registration required — Participate in a community 5k run supporting local fitness and wellness.
DeKoven Day Celebration 2025
1-4 p.m. — DeKoven Center — Free admission — Celebrate the life and legacy of Rev. James DeKoven with a eucharistic service and book signing.
Downtown Racine Fall Wine Walks
1-6 p.m. — Downtown Racine Corporation — $40 General Admission, $70 VIP — Sip on 20 fine wines and 10 brews while exploring 30 local businesses by Lake Michigan.
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