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Racine Unified to vote on solar installations with $11.7M in projected savings

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Racine Unified to vote on solar installations with $11.7M in projected savings

The Racine Unified School Board of Education is expected to vote July 21 on four solar panel projects that could save the district $11.7 million over 25 years. At the board’s July 7 work session, Chief Operations Officer Peter Reynolds explained that the district designed the projects to maximize self-funding sources and deliver strong financial returns. He emphasized the importance of reducing financial exposure to rising energy costs while enh…Read Article

Scott Bosak, WRJN Radio Host, dies at 64

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Scott Bosak, WRJN Radio Host, dies at 64

RACINE – Scott Bosak, 64, peacefully passed away on Friday morning, July 4, 2025. Early Life He was born in Racine on May 24, 1961, the son of the late Stephen and Beatrice (née Peck) Bosak. A 1979 graduate of William Horlick High School, Scott also attended classes at the University of Wisconsin–Parkside. On Sept. 2, 1995, he was united in marriage with Hope Zierten. They shared 30 years together and raised two children, Bradley and Brooke. Ove…Read Article

Frances Gabbey, Racine homemaker, dies at 65

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Frances Gabbey, Racine homemaker, dies at 65

RACINE – Frances Gabbey, “Sue,” 65, passed away on July 4, 2025, with her husband and daughters by her side. Early Life Sue was born on Oct. 20, 1959, to the late Joseph and Charlotte Macewicz. She graduated from St. Catherine’s High School in 1977 and earned a degree in cosmetology from Gateway Technical College in 1978. On May 12, 1984, she was united in marriage with William Gabbey. Following their marriage, Sue became a homemaker. She was kn…Read Article

Joanne Griffin, Racine traveler and baker, dies at 87

RACINE, Wis. — Joanne Griffin, 87, died Sunday, July 6, 2025, at St. Monica’s Senior Living. Early Life She was born May 1, 1938, in Boscobel, the daughter of Herman and Irene (Ransom) Frey. On Dec. 18, 1954, she was united in marriage to Samuel L. Griffin Jr. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Boscobel. They were married for 62 years before his death on Feb. 25, 2017. The couple moved to Racine in 1963, where they raised their family. Mrs. Griffi…Racine · Racine Read Article

Racine Public Library Japanese Cultural Exchange Program

RACINE — The Racine Public Library is hosting a monthlong series of Japanese cultural programs in July, funded by an East Asia in Wisconsin Library Program grant from the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Center for East Asian Studies. The programming coincides with a cultural exchange visit from high school students from Oiso, Japan, one of Racine’s sister cities. The initiative aims to foster cross-cultural understanding and community engageme…Racine · Racine Read Article

Ronnie Robinson, Racine veteran and outdoorsman, dies at 79

RACINE – Ronnie Robinson, 79, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Ascension Spring Street. Early Life He was born on May 18, 1946, to Mary Robinson and Lafayette Jefferson and was a lifelong resident of Racine. Ronnie graduated from William Horlick High School in 1965, where he excelled in sports, particularly basketball and baseball. He served in the U.S. Army from 1966 to 1968. On Sept. 29, 1973, Ronnie was united in marriage to Margare…Racine · Racine Read Article

Carl Vacek, Wisconsin sports fan, dies at 57

RACINE – Carl Vacek, 57, passed away in his sleep on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at his home. Carl Vacek’s Early Life Carl was born in Racine on March 15, 1968, to Clifford and Alma (née Blankman) Vacek. He was a 1986 graduate of William Horlick High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in construction administration from the University of Wisconsin–Madison in 1991. Throughout his career, Carl was employed by Rasch, F&F, and Bukacek Construction C…Racine · Racine Read Article

Marie Miller, beloved family matriarch, dies at 80

RACINE – Marie Miller, 80, passed away on July 5, 2025. Marie Miller’s Early Life Marie was born on Oct. 31, 1944, in Racine. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. Known for her kindness, generosity, and deep love for her family, Marie welcomed everyone with an open door and a contagious laugh. Confined to her bed for the past five years, Marie became an avid Wisconsin sports fan and developed a s…Racine · Racine Read Article

Racine County pursuit, drugs found; man sentenced to prison

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A man convicted in a 2024 Racine County pursuit was sentenced to five years in prison on Wednesday.Racine · Racine Read Article

Racine County Board condemns racism after May 7 Waterford track meet incident

RACINE COUNTY, WI — In a 17-2 vote on July 8, the Racine County Board of Supervisors passed Resolution 2025-25, formally condemning the racism directed at Rufus King High School athletes during a May 7 track meet at Waterford Union High School. The resolution follows weeks of community outcry about the incident. Racine County Board supervisors — Brett Nielsen and Tom Kramer — were absent at the time of the vote. Supervisors Melissa Kaprelian an…Racism · Racine Read Article

30 Inventions That Betty White Is Older Than And It Helps Put Her Age Into Perspective

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Article created by: Ilona BaliūnaitėBetty White is a legend in her own right. This sweetest little lady has not only won the hearts of virtually everyone for her uplifting personality, she has also earned a Guinness World Record for the longest TV career for a female entertainer. The comic dynamo has been performing for more than 74 years in the entertainment industry, and it makes us wonder how come she is not a superhero! Well, Betty was born …Racine · Racine Read Article