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During Feb. 25 telephone town hall, Steil continues to tout debunked claims about election integrity
During a Feb. 25 telephone town hall, U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil defended his legislative priorities…
Kim Blake: Racine County Eye Educator Spotlight 21st Century Preparatory School
yRACINE, WI — Racine County Eye’s educator spotlight is Kim Blake from 21st Century Preparatory School. She is a parent…
Santos launches second bid for 1st Congressional District, citing affordability, healthcare and democracy
RACINE, WI – Lorenzo Santos is again running for Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District, setting up a possible November 2026 challenge…
Alyson Weiss: Candidate for Racine Common Council, 2nd District
Alyson Weiss is running for a seat on the City of Racine Common Council, representing the 2nd District. Her answers…
Donny Gillespie: From 5 cents an hour in prison to licensed electrician in 40+ states
When Donald “Donny” Gillespie first picked up a coil of electrical wire inside a federal prison, he wasn’t thinking about…
Racine Founder’s Rotary student and teacher spotlight
HBCU tour: St. Catherine’s covers costs so students can attend 2026 trip
RACINE, WI – For dozens of students at St. Catherine’s High School, the path to college is becoming something they can see, walk through, and experience firsthand. Through a significant financial commitment, Siena Catholic Schools of Racine is once again covering the remaining cost for St. Catherine’s students to attend the state’s longest-running independent Historically…
Sports
Declan Nason: Future Air Force Academy cadet needs community support to complete Eagle scout project
A J.I. Case High School senior who has spent years building a record of leadership, athletic excellence, and…
Lamont Hamilton scores school record 52 points, becomes Racine County’s all-time leading scorer
NICOLET, Wis. – On a night that Lamont Hamilton was expected to make history, he delivered in a…
Hamilton scores 26 as St. Catherine’s tops Shoreland Lutheran; Racine County record waits
RACINE, Wis. — St. Catherine’s High School senior guard Lamont Hamilton entered Tuesday night’s Metro Classic Conference game…
High School Basketball: Waterford boys, girls split doubleheader at Beloit Memorial
BARKIN ARENA – It’s never easy for teams to go into Beloit Memorial’s Barkin Arena and win, and…
Real estate
Banking Features That Help Community Members Save More
In many neighborhoods, the local bank was once the cornerstone of the community. It was a place where people knew their neighbors and the staff by name. While the world has moved toward digital interfaces and remote transactions, the need for a supportive financial ecosystem hasn’t changed. Today, the “community” often exists online or through…
Business Protection Lessons Every Self-Employed Professional Learns Too Late
Becoming self-employed often starts with passion, freedom, and a strong belief in your own abilities. You set your own schedule, choose your clients, and build something that truly belongs to you. Yet many self-employed professionals eventually realise that while they were busy building the business, they forgot to protect it. The following lessons are often…
How to Analyze the Value of 1031 Exchange Properties
As is well known, the main benefit of a 1031 exchange is that it allows property owners to defer capital gains taxes by exchanging one investment property for another. This feature has led many people to believe it is an investment strategy suitable for expanding wealth. However, the potential benefits of this deferral approach can…
How Digital Payments Are Changing the Way Racine Residents Share Money
A few years ago, handing someone cash for a shared dinner or a community fundraiser was second nature. Now? A few taps on your phone, and the money’s there, instantly. From group gifts to paying the lawn care guy, Racine residents are embracing digital payments faster than ever before. The way we move money is…
Pets
Meet Remi: Featured Pet for February 20, 2026
Remi is a 1-year-old pup with brown eyes and white-and-black fur. He is…
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