|
Subscribe | Get featured
It’s Friday, Kenosha! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: A century of automotive innovation, a St. Patrick’s Day parade, and Lucky Charms cookie workshop + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Kenosha protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
|
📰 In the news
Easy, active weekend escape: Kenosha offers family fun near Chicago with free Lake Michigan beaches, Metra UP-N access, bike routes across the county, summer splash pads, and the accessible Dream Playground at Petzke Park — discover where to splash and ride.
A century of automotive evolution: A decade-by-decade look traces Kenosha’s automaking roots, from Thomas Jeffery’s 1902 one-cylinder, 12-horsepower horseless carriage to Chrysler’s 3.5-liter engines, highlighting the innovations that shaped the city — see the full timeline.
Small-coin policy shift explained: Just up the road, Racine stopped returning pennies on March 1 and now rounds cash change to the nearest nickel, following national guidance. Officials say the shift has minimal impact — learn what prompted the change.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
|
💎 Local business spotlight
Make room for art: Whether you’re filling a blank wall or seeking a creative nudge, Lemon Street Gallery & ArtSpace presents exhibitions, classes, and a juried forum for local artists, all powered by a community-minded nonprofit. It’s a place to linger, soak it in, and leave with inspiration (and art).
Seafood with lake views: Because dinner sometimes craves ocean energy, Boat House Dockside Pub & Eatery serves fresh catches, oysters on the half shell, and a breezy harbor vibe that turns weeknights into mini vacations. Bring a friend, grab a window seat, and let the lake work its quiet magic.
Backyard upgrade, anyone?: If a new deck’s been on your list, Odd Job Larry can get it started this week. Count on clear design input, code-smart guidance, and carpenters who build clean and sturdy so it lasts.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
|
🫶 We got your back
Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →
Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →
Thinning hair? Don’t treat the wrong thing: When my ponytail started thinning, I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, sprays, etc.) and not one of them lasted. Turns out, most products target the strand, not the follicle… and that’s the whole problem. Once follicles go dormant, they need targeted help to come back. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn about my favorites here →
Six figures you can’t spend: Most homeowners over 50 have spent years dutifully paying their mortgage, assuming the only time it’ll pay off is when they sell. I thought the same thing until I discovered you can tap into the equity you’ve earned whenever you want (without leaving your home). Overdue for a new roof? Want to build your dream bathroom? There are two ways to turn equity into usable cash →
|
📆 Around town this weekend
Have an event to share? BaseLocal Verified Businesses can submit them for free! Learn more about how to submit an event here →
All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🍁 Maple Syrup Hikes @ Petrifying Springs Park (Bristol) | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Warm days, cold nights, and suddenly, around here, we’re all about sap at Petrifying Springs County Park. Take a short hike with the naturalists, watch a tree tapping demo, learn how maple becomes syrup, then taste the good stuff; family friendly, pre-registration required at pringlenc.org/events.
📚 Friends of the Library Spring Donation Day @ Racine Public Library | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Cleaning out those shelves? The Friends of the Racine Public Library are happily adopting your well-loved books, music, games, puzzles, and the jigsaw you swore you’d finish. Swing by the lobby, drop it off, no signups, then reward yourself with coffee like a hero.
☘ St. Patrick’s Day Parade @ TBD (Racine) | Saturday (3/14) at 12:00 PM – Downtown is going gloriously green as the St. Patrick’s Day Parade rolls from State and Main to City Hall, all floats, bands, and familiar faces. Wear that questionable sweater, wave at neighbors, then chase it with reubens, pints, and easy ramp parking.
📚 Lucky Book Swap @ Call Box Coffee (Racine) | Sunday (3/15) at 10:00 AM – Trade your well-loved reads for someone else’s hidden gems at a bring-a-stack, swap-one-for-one book exchange. Come for the coffee, stay for the conversation, music, and the smug satisfaction of clearing your nightstand, no algorithms required. You might even get lucky and find a new favorite.
🥬 Annual Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner @ Washburn Masonic Lodge No. 145 (Bristol) | Sunday (3/15) at 10:30 AM – Nothing beats piling into Washburn Lodge for the corned beef and cabbage feast, Chef Ruth Atwood at the helm. Heaps of corned beef, veggies, bread, a drink, and dessert, dine in or carry out, $18 adults, $12 kids 12 and under. No frills, all flavor.
🧶 Knit Sweater Workshop @ Unraveled Creative Studio (Racine) | Sunday (3/15) at 10:30 AM – Finally make that sweater you keep threatening to knit at this pick-your-own-pattern workshop, with a pro steering you from gauge to glory. Four meetups, knit at your own pace, top-down circular yokes only, one color or colorwork, $75, ages 16+, bragging rights included.
🍪 Lucky Charms Inspired Cookie Decorating Workshop @ Busias XOXO (Racine) | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 PM – Busia’s XOXO downtown is going full Lucky Charms, turning sprinkles, rainbows, and mild leprechaun chaos into 10 mini cookies you decorate and then “quality control.” All tools provided, zero pressure, $20, and an easy win with kids, besties, or your inner child.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
|
📻 Kenosha report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 44°F – Low: 29°F – Precip: 20%
A slight chance of rain and snow showers before 7am. Partly sunny, with a high near 44. West wind 25 to 30 mph, with gusts as high as 60 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 29. Northwest wind 5 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph.
—
Tomorrow – High: 37°F – Low: 33°F – Precip: 18%
A slight chance of snow after 1pm. Cloudy, with a high near 37. East wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Snow likely before 10pm, then rain and snow. Cloudy, with a low around 33. East wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New snow accumulation of around one inch possible.
This house is wild
This 3-bed ranch in Forest Park pairs gleaming hardwoods with an updated kitchen and bath dressed in quartz. Big upgrades include 2019 roof and windows, plus a 2025 concrete driveway. A partially finished basement adds a rec room and office. Outside, a fenced yard plays host to fun and pups, and a 2.5-car garage boosts storage.
Take a peek inside →
|
|
Thanks for reading! If you know someone who’d love BaseLocal, send ’em here so they can sign up too 🙂
Shout out to our BaseLocal Community Partners! If you love this newsletter, show your support by checking them out here. Each of our community partners are vetted, verified, and highly recommended!
|
|
|
