RACINE — It’s a season of thankfulness and Racine County Eye readers have a lot to be thankful for. This Thanksgiving, readers submitted photos of who they are thankful for to be featured on the Racine County Eye. The submissions showcase people in the the communities across Wisconsin that make our communities what they are […]
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Posted inCelebrations, Community, Pets
Avoid the vet: 7 pet-safe Thanksgiving foods
Thanksgiving is about being thankful, but it’s also about the big feast. Families will gather around dinner tables in the United States to eat a wide variety of scrumptious side dishes, tasty turkey and honey hams. At the feet of those dinner tables on Nov. 23 will be hungry pooches and friendly kitty cats trying […]
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The great Thanksgiving 2023 migration begins; Crowded airports, lower fuel prices
RACINE AND STATEWIDE — As the Thanksgiving weekend travel period gets underway, AAA Wisconsin reports that travelers will find crowded airports and lower fuel prices. According to AAA projections, 55.4 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the Thanksgiving holiday travel period, which runs from Wednesday (Nov. 22) through Sunday (Nov. […]
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Special grocery giveaway on Nov. 21 at Lakeside COP House
RACINE COUNTY — A special grocery giveaway on Nov. 21 aims to assist Racine County families ahead of Thanksgiving. The event host is the Village of Mount Pleasant Police Department, along with the Journey Disaster Response Team. A variety of healthy groceries will be distributed. This community event is free and welcomes those in need […]
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2023 Gift Guide: Shop local this holiday season
Tis’ the season to shop! Racine County Eye has rallied a handful of businesses in the 2023 Gift Guide to explore this holiday season. Turn to local businesses whether you celebrate Christmas or Hanukkah or perhaps, are just looking to buy someone a special gift. By supporting locally owned and operated establishments in Racine County, […]
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2 ways to successfully defrost your turkey in time for Thanksgiving
It’s almost time for the annual big Thanksgiving feast. This year on Nov. 23, families and friends will gather around the dinner table to enjoy a holiday meal. The star of the show – the turkey – comes bearing responsibility before the big day. And a proper defrosting regimen is also part of the equation. […]
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Come together at the 14th annual Dan & Ray Rendering Thanks Thanksgiving Feast on Nov. 23
RACINE — For the 14th consecutive year, the Dan & Ray Rendering Thanks Thanksgiving Feast will serve the Racine community and beyond. The team of volunteers, all dressed in festive orange during the 2016 feast. – This year’s Rendering Thanks event is on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 23 at Festival Hall, 5 Fifth St. will offer […]
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Giving Tuesday 2023: Local nonprofits need your help
The Racine County Eye is delighted to feature 20 nonprofits in this year’s Giving Tuesday 2023 guide. The featured local nonprofits are looking to the community for support on Giving Tuesday 2023. With the joyous holiday season upon us, we are committed to supporting and empowering local nonprofits by providing them with a valuable opportunity […]
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Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin’s 2023 Thanksgiving Food Drive seeks donations
RACINE COUNTY — Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin is asking the public to be heroes this holiday season by donating to their annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. Mike Danko, an Army veteran, former Veterans Outreach Case Worker and current Marketplace Director for VOW, is gearing up for the big feast on Nov. 23. The marketplace, which serves as […]
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2022 Turkey Trot takes place Thanksgiving Day in Racine, Oak Creek
RACINE, OAK CREEK — The 2022 Turkey Trot is happening on the morning of Thanksgiving Day in Racine and Oak Creek. Before you gobble homemade stuffing and delicious pumpkin pie, trot to the finish line for a good cause. This annual event orchestrated by 5Kevents.org encourages participants to donate food and necessities to be distributed […]
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2 ways to defrost your turkey in time for Thanksgiving
It’s almost time for Thanksgiving. The turkey, the star of the show, comes bearing responsibility. It’s all about timing. In order to complete your feast, make sure you leave enough time to properly defrost your bird. On top of peeling potatoes, making cornbread, preparing the stuffing, and chopping vegetables, there is an essential job that […]
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Local family provides Thanksgiving meal to a family in need, plans to help at Christmas
RACINE — The Little Family is making a big impact this Thanksgiving. Mary Little and her two children, Emmett and Kalliope, are putting the “giving” in Thanksgiving. By providing a family in need with a turkey and all of the fixings, they are sure to make the holiday a memorable one for a family that […]
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Racine Roundup on TMJ4: Rendering Thanks, Unlocking Racine, Creative Flex
The Racine Roundup aired on TMJ4 during the 4 O’Clock news on Thursday, Nov. 17. This week, Racine County Eye Reporter Emma Widmar discussed various stories with TMJ4 anchors, Steve Chamraz and Susan Kim. The segment started by talking about the 13th Annual Dan & Rays Rendering Thanks Thanksgiving feast. Community members are welcome to […]
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2 Methods to Follow: Defrosting Your Great Thanksgiving Turkey
On top of peeling potatoes, making cornbread, preparing the stuffing, and chopping vegetables, there is an essential job that must be done. Cooking the turkey, especially for a large group of people, can be a tricky task. Knowing how and when to defrost your turkey is vital. If we’re being honest, Tom is the star […]
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Food Pantry Readying for Thanksgiving
A crew of community volunteers on Wednesday unloaded 120 turkeys that will become Thanksgiving meals for dozens of local families next week. The turkeys soon filled three freezers at the Holy Communion Lutheran Church food pantry, 2000 W. Sixth St. Volunteers also unloaded four pallets of miscellaneous food items delivered by the Racine County Food […]