During our visit, we walked through the soaring Great Workroom, explored the restored mid-century labs where new products were developed, and saw the birthplace of iconic brands like Glade® and OFF!®. Experiencing these places firsthand brought to life the story of how innovation and design have fueled SC Johnson’s global reach while staying deeply rooted in Racine.
With a new baby at home and his wife by his side, Elijah LaFountain was drawn to the county’s strong sense of community and family-friendly atmosphere that would provide a safe, nurturing environment for his growing family.
Brittany’s journey shows how Racine County’s supportive network helps small businesses—and families—take root and thrive.
Exciting news for soccer fans—Racine County has a new team to cheer for! The RKC Third Coast Soccer Club is shaking up the local sports scene with high-energy men’s and women’s pre-professional teams. Competing in USL-League 2 and the USL-W League, these rising stars are bringing top-tier talent and nonstop action to the field!
Karla Sanchez’s path from Park High School to engineering showcases the impact of hands-on learning and local opportunities in Greater Racine County.
The video series showcases Racine County residents sharing why they chose to relocate to Greater Racine County, highlighting its affordability,...
Foxconn is leading the way in sustainability with a major solar energy project at its Racine County campus in Mount Pleasant. In partnership with We Energies, 2,000 solar panels now generate 1 megawatt of power—offsetting 1,200 metric tons of CO2 annually and powering the equivalent of 300 homes.
Gateway Technical College has been ranked the top community college in the nation out of 616 schools, highlighting its excellence in education and student success. Serving Racine, Kenosha, and Walworth Counties, Gateway boasts an impressive 81% full-time retention rate, a low 8:1 student-faculty ratio, and affordable in-state tuition of just $4,766.
Anyone who commutes regularly in our region knows we’ve got it pretty good. In fact, The Wall Street Journal backs it up—Southeast Wisconsin, and Greater Racine County in particular, rank among the top in the U.S. for short commute times.
In 2016, Joycelyn Fish took a bold leap from Milwaukee to Racine after spotting a job ad for the Director of Marketing and Development at the Racine Theatre Guild (RTG). Originally from Reedsburg, Wisconsin, Joycelyn was searching for a more connected community and found it in Racine.
Since opening its doors last August, downtown Racine’s newest hotel, Hotel Verdant by Dominion Properties, has garnered multiple awards for quality, sustainability, and economic development. Housed in the historic Zahn’s Department Store building, a beloved local landmark since 1898, Hotel Verdant combines sustainable design and operations with exceptional customer service and genuine Midwestern hospitality, deeply embedding itself within the Racine community.
Summertime in Wisconsin, from May to September, is a delight for residents and visitors alike. Racine County communities host a variety of family-friendly events and activities throughout the season. Here is a list of Racine County communities offering summer events.