Racine, WI  – Yesterday, the state legislature’s Joint Finance Committee passed a bill that would compromise the integrity of Wisconsin’s election laws and make it easier for people to commit voter fraud. Incumbent Senator John Lehman (D-Racine) voted for the proposal. Read More→

Mayor John Dickert

Racine, WI – Mayor John Dickert will hold the second of two Community Conversations this Thursday, April 8 at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Center – 1134 Martin Luther King Drive from 5:30 – 7 pm.

The meetings are being held in an effort to build upon Racine’s greatest asset: its diversity. Like the first Community Conversation, the purpose of this meeting will be to discuss issues facing the city and present information regarding programs and initiatives that address the minority and low income population of Racine. Read More→

Design firm now offers remodeling/home building services thanks to new owner’s 33 years of carpentry experience

The Cabinetry Shop has expanded its range of products and services. Pictured (from left to right) are previous owners Jim and Sharon Fliss, new co-owners Stewart and Dave Barczak, and Bruce Miller

Racine, WI – Our need for more than 24 hours in a day and the state of the economy have certainly made for strange bedfellows these days when it comes to the topic of remodeling. So, when David Barczak, the new owner of The Cabinetry Shop LLC in Racine, Wis. put together his business plan, he knew Racine homeowners were in need of something more. Luckily, he has the skill set to deliver.

“Most homeowners today are limited for time and desire the simplicity of having everything they’re looking for under one roof,” said Dave, 61, new co-owner of the firm, which was established back in 1974. “So when we bought the company, it made sense to expand our offerings — especially considering my 33 years of carpentry experience — and provide the convenience of having in-house design, build and installation capabilities.” Read More→

Racine, WI – The Racine Police Department would like to announce that there is now the means for someone in a dire emergency to access the Police Department lobby area after normal business hours. It is as simple as pressing the red button on the silver phone box and quickly explain the emergency. The silver phone box is located on a post just outside the doors at the front of the police department. Read More→