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Hi Kenosha, we made it to Thursday!Â
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Gateway Technical College scholarships, a one-night Trixter show, and a hat or tote burning workshop + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
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đź“° In the news
Celebrating regional student success: Gateway Technical College Foundation awarded over $230,000 in scholarships earlier this month at its annual Racine ceremony, recognizing more than 250 students from across the region — read the full story.
Approval defies commission advice: Wind Point’s Village Board approved a lease for a lighthouse-adjacent parking lot to support upkeep, part of Shoop Park Golf Course plans. Volunteers express mixed views on funding and impacts — read the full story.
Spotlight on local creativity: Racine Arts Council’s ArtSeed Showcase returns March 21 at UW-Parkside’s The Rita, with education sessions, performances, awards, and a silent auction, celebrating 2025 ArtSeed grant projects near Kenosha — get all the details.
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:
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đź’Ž Local business spotlight
Curtain call, locals: Volunteer-fueled and proudly local since 1938, Racine Theatre Guild keeps the stage buzzing with smart Mainstage picks, kid-friendly shows, and the occasional jazz night. Consider it easy inspiration for a midweek plan you’ll actually keep… no road-trip required for culture.
Old-school dog cravings: The Spot Drive-In serves snappy dogs (regular, jumbo, or chili), frosty house root beer, and true carhop charm that turns an ordinary weeknight into a mini escape. Nostalgic, unfussy, and satisfyingly simple, it hits the spot when cooking feels optional and comfort tastes best from the curb.
Your next read awaits: Blue House Books keeps your shelves happily overstuffed with fresh reads, smart staff picks, and lively author events downtown. Woman-owned and proudly local, it’s the place to browse, chat books, and discover a title you didn’t know you needed until page three.
\*These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Kenosha for grown ups
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🍷 Vintage & Vino @ Olafson & Porter Vintage Goods | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – If you’ve been looking for a midweek ritual that doesn’t involve laundry, Vintage & Vino pours red, white, and sparkling by the glass or bottle every Thursday, inside or out. No lectures about tannins, just easy conversation, patio vibes, and a civilized unwind.
🍲 Upscale Winter Comfort Food @ Uncorkt (Racine) | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Cold nights call for comfort food that actually puts on pants. Uncorkt on Main hosts a class that elevates the cozy with winter greens, Shrimp de Jonghe, roasted broccoli, and a milk chocolate caramel tart, with wine pairings. Impress guests, spoil yourself, all for $50.
🎠The Girl on the Train @ Racine Theatre Guild | Thursday (3/12) at 7:00 PM – Trade your true-crime podcast for the real thing at Racine Theatre Guild, where The Girl on the Train turns a commute into a twisty mess of secrets, memories, and maybe murder. Smart, grown-up suspense, based on the bestseller, with value nights for thrifty thrill-seekers.
🍷 Prisoner Wine Dinner @ Buckets Pub 2nd Round (Racine) | Saturday (3/14) at 6:00 PM – Buckets Pub’s 2nd Round hosts a Prisoner Wine Company dinner with a guided five-course pairing by Chef Tyler, because your microwave deserves the night off. Think oysters, duck, ribeye, and a blackberry vanilla crème brûlée, all matched to the good stuff, with event-only case pricing.
🎸 Trixter and more @ McAuliffe’s Pub (Racine) | Saturday (3/14) at 6:00 PM – One night only, TRIXTER brings big hair, bigger hooks, and hits you blasted in your first car, Give It to Me Good and Surrender included. Reverend Jay and The Pit Vipers open, then singalongs, extra Aqua Net, and meet and greet at the merch table.
🎨 Let’s Get Toasty Date Night @ Pinot’s Palette – Pleasant Prairie | Saturday (3/14) at 6:30 PM – Pleasant Prairie’s Pinot’s Palette is hosting a date night paint class where you can cozy up on one canvas or tag-team two, testing your teamwork without assembling Ikea furniture. Full bar on site, no BYOB, bring snacks, and leave with art, laughter, and plausible deniability.
🔥 Hat or Tote Burning Workshop @ Chartroom Restaurant (Racine) | Thursday (3/19) at 6:00 PM – If you’ve been itching for a classy excuse to play with fire, the Chartroom’s lakeside hat or tote burning workshop from Burlap & Barnwood delivers. Sip while you stencil and scorch, add bands and bling, then strut out with a rancher, western, trucker, or tote.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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đź“» Kenosha report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 45°F – Low: 36°F – Precip: 2%
Sunny, with a high near 45. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Rain likely after 7pm. Mostly cloudy. Low around 36, with temperatures rising to around 41 overnight. South wind 10 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 44°F – Low: 28°F – Precip: 72%
Rain likely before 7am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 44. West wind 20 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 50 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 28. Northwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
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