Good morning, Racine.

SWIM, a new water safety coalition, formed in Racine after two children drowned in Lake Michigan this summer and aims to improve water safety education for local residents.

The group will meet on Tuesday, October 28 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Racine Public Library Community Room to discuss plans + school programs.

Raymond School was visited by RimRockers from the Milwaukee Bucks on Oct.

2 as gym teacher Kelly O’Hara demonstrated high-flying moves and inspired students during a 20-minute visit—teammates Benedetto, SwaggyT, Chuck, and Blaha joined the performance.

On Tuesday, the Sturtevant Village Board voted to appoint Mike Rosenbaum as president and rejected a motion to continue its tie with the local police department, marking a change in village governance.

Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez met with about 30 Racine constituents at the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection on Oct.

3 to discuss childcare, housing, and public education as many locals raised concerns over rising home prices and inconsistent school discipline. She also addressed sustainable jobs and her 2026 gubernatorial candidacy with Racine County Eye (linking statewide challenges to local needs).

Racine will get its second Federally Qualified Health Center in January 2026 at Ascension All Saints on Spring St, expanding affordable care (including women's health, dental, and behavioral health) for all residents (even if they lack insurance).

Local health leaders say the new clinic will fill a long-standing gap in service access.

Small business owners and workers worry that if enhanced tax credits end later this year, rising ACA premiums will make health care hard to afford—local leaders said many might have to change jobs for better benefits.

They warned that higher costs could slow local spending and hurt the area’s economy.

Patients in Racine feel stuck as a dispute between Ascension and UnitedHealthcare made Ascension providers out-of-network on October 1, leaving many to worry about losing familiar doctors or facing higher costs.

Diane Dunk, a 71-year-old patient, said she may switch insurance during open enrollment starting October 15, but any new plan will not begin until January 1—potentially leaving a gap in her care.

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.

Comedy Night with Frank Roche and Dan West

6-9 p.m. — Buckets Pub 2nd Round — Dinner included — Get ready for a night of laughter with the hilarious duo Frank Roche and Dan West.

Life Drawing

10 a.m.–12 p.m. — RAM's Charles A. Wustum Museum of Fine Arts — Cost varies — Explore the beauty of the human form through drawing nude models while learning essential techniques.

Free Fall Family Fun Fest 2025

1-4 p.m. — RAM's Charles A. Wustum Museum of Fine Arts — Free admission — Celebrate Halloween with art activities, a costume contest, and a spooky scavenger hunt.

Racine Geological Society Rock, Mineral & Jewelry Show

10 a.m.-5 p.m. — Fountain Banquet Hall — Freewill Donation — Explore minerals, fossils, and jewelry while enjoying exciting exhibits and a silent auction.