Good morning, Racine.

Racine Neighborhood Watch received a $3,000 grant from SC Johnson to support National Night Out 2025 — an annual event that helped equip local block parties and neighborhood gatherings with planning resources and supplies.

More than 4,500 residents joined law enforcement and community leaders during the 34th celebration to promote neighborhood safety.

The Holiday Train will come to Racine County on December 9 with stops in Sturtevant at 9900 East Exploration from 7 to 7:30 p.m. and in Caledonia at the 5 ½ Mile Road railway crossing from 8:15 to 8:45 p.m. The train will feature live music by American Authors and Pynk Beard—raising donations for local food banks.

Racine’s Christmas House—a restored Dutch Colonial revival home on 10th Street and Main built in 1893—is known for ghostly legends with sightings of a former mayor and nurses from the past; its hidden rooms and suspected tunnels add to its mystery.

Once a bed and breakfast, the home now stands as a local landmark that keeps Racine’s rich history alive.

Students, staff and parents gathered at 21st Century Preparatory on Oct.

9 to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with art projects and a slideshow of famous Hispanic figures like Cristiano Ronaldo, Pablo Picasso+ and Selena Quintanilla. Kim Blake said the celebration has been held each year for the past four years to honor Hispanic contributions.

Racine County Eye's new Aging Well Podcast features Ivan Payes of Senior Helpers as he explains how home care lets older adults stay independent—he described a short-visit model that helps cover daily needs without full-hour shifts.

Officials confirmed that highly pathogenic avian influenza was detected in Racine County—prompting the depopulation of birds at the site to prevent further spread.

Ascension Wisconsin and UnitedHealthcare reached a multi-year agreement that restored in-network access for tens of thousands of patients, including many from Racine.

The contract is effective immediately and retroactive to Oct. 1, covering claims made through Oct. 13 — ending a weeks-long dispute over care costs.

Racine County qualified four doubles teams for the WIAA Division 1 State Girls Tennis Tournament during the Kenosha Bradford sectional—Case seniors Scarlett Hay and Gabby Schmidtmann, Horlick/Park seniors Ellie Khreish and Addison Betker, and Waterford seniors Sophia Stengel and Reece Sosinski earned their spots and will play on Thursday at Nielsen Stadium in Madison.

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.

2025 Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting

5:30-7 p.m. — Downtown Racine Corporation — $4 parking available — Celebrate the holiday season with a delightful parade, tree lighting, and festive entertainment.