Lifestyles
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Wisconsin Singers to perform at Horlick
Caledonia's Gino Ricchio has played his trumpet for Racine audiences before, but this weekend he gets to do it in a whole new way.
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Wine & chocolate: The perfect pair
Since the time of the Aztecs, chocolate has been said to have amorous properties. Wine, too, has long been associated with romance, as the words of English playwright Ben Jonson (1573-1637) can attest.
Feb 08, 2010 | 12:15 am | Loading…
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Sphere of help: Asking for assistance can be hard, necessary
RACINE COUNTY - It's a simple premise; the need is greater. Job loss and unemployment have sent staggering numbers of local families to social service agencies in search of food, clothing and shelter.
Feb 07, 2010 | 3:30 pm | Loading…
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Food and fellowship: Annual Lutefisk & Meatball Dinner keeps tradition alive at Norway Lutheran Church
Lutefisk has been the subject of jokes by radio personality Garrison Keillor in recent years, but to the members of Norway Evangelical Lutheran Church, the specially-prepared Norwegian fish is a time-honored treasure.
Feb 06, 2010 | 12:15 am | Loading…
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Blissful blue: Experts pick a soothing green-blue as color of the year
FORT WORTH, Texas - 'Tis the year to dream about escaping that daily grind and trading it in for a tropical adventure. The counselors of color at Pantone, who consult with those in the home, fashion, beauty and advertising industries, once again have announced their "color of the year." I…
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New scholarship program targets younger students
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Darwin to be topic of Science Night at UW-Parkside on Wednesday
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RTG’s holding auditions tonight for play ‘Holes’
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Does exercising help you keep your mind sharp? Tell us about your experiences
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Edible Olympics: Snowboarding Blondies
Feb 08, 2010 | 12:00 am
Family/Life
EarthTalk: Food waste in U.S. hurting the environment
Dear EarthTalk: What are the environmental implications of all the food we throw away here in the United States? - Mike Schiller, Cambridge, Mass.
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Food
Edible Olympics: Snowboarding Blondies
You can dream up some killer snowboarding moves white indulging in the frosty peaks that coat these easy-to-make blondies.
Feb 08, 2010 | 12:00 am
WITH RECIPE: Can Super Bowl chili be healthy? Yes!
Beans may be good for you, but that doesn't mean every bowl of bean-rich chili is good for your diet.
Feb 03, 2010 | 12:00 am
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St. Joseph School earns religious accreditation
RACINE - The Board of Directors of the Wisconsin Religious and Independent Schools Accreditation announced the accreditation of St. Joseph School in Racine.
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Health/Fitness
Autism risks detailed in children of older mothers
A woman's chance of having a child with autism increase substantially as she ages, but the risk may be less for older dads than previously suggested, a new study analyzing more than 5 million births found.
Feb 08, 2010 | 5:30 pm
Ethics debate over blood from newborn safety tests
A critical safety net for babies _ that heelprick of blood taken from every newborn _ is facing an ethics attack.
Feb 08, 2010 | 3:10 pm
Out & About
Center Stage: Bakelite Army
RACINE — Chicago’s B3 band Bakelite Army will be taking the stage Saturday, Feb. 13, at McAuliffe’s Pub, 3700 Meachem Road. The cover charge is $5.
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Apple Holler show is a tribute to the Beatles
YORKVILLE — “C’mon, Let’s Twist and Shout — A Rockin’ Tribute to the Beatles,” will run Feb. 12-April 25 at select times and dates at Apple Holler’s Red Barn Theatre, 5006 S. Sylvania Ave. This nostalgic revue will feature the timeless and eclectic music of the British sen…
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Home & Garden
HouseWorks: Just a few nice words about snow
I stand second shovel to no one in my abiding hatred of cold and snow.
Feb 05, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
The Root of It All: Planting tulips — now?
I would like to plant some tulips this spring. I have an ideal little space in my backyard facing south with good soil and lots of sun. My question to you is this: When should I plant and where would you recommend to purchase the bulbs in the Racine area? Also, could I expect to h…
Feb 03, 2010 | 12:00 am | Loading…
Faith & Community
Can you help? Wish list from nonprofit agencies, Feb. 8
Following is a wish list of items and volunteer opportunities from nonprofit agencies in Racine County. They were provided by local nonprofit agencies.
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