Racine County Wisconsin

10/23/2026

🎉 Celebrating a Milestone for Behavioral Health in Racine County!

Racine County, Racine County Health & Human Services and Racine County Behavioral Health celebrated the ribbon cutting of the new Behavioral Health Building!

This milestone reflects the power of collaboration among community partners and organizations, all working together to support individuals and families impacted by mental health and substance use challenges.

Together, we’re expanding access to care, supporting recovery, and building a healthier future for our community.

Congratulations to everyone who helped make this vision a reality!

Join us for the Open House on Thursday, October 29 between 3-6pm at 1720 Taylor Ave, Racine! We look forward to welcoming you and showing you the new space.

10/23/2026

One week until the doors open.

Racine County’s new Behavioral Health Building will welcome the community on Thursday, Oct. 29 from 3–6 p.m.

Tour the facility, meet staff and learn more about the services that will be available for individuals and families across Racine County.

Free to attend. No RSVP required.

See the event below for details:
https://www.facebook.com/share/19SJ3RRtwh/

10/22/2026

💙 Thank you, SC Johnson!

Racine County, Racine County Health & Human Services and the Racine County Summer Youth Employment Program is grateful to SC Johnson, A Family Company for its generous $1,014 donation to support lunches for youth participating in our program.

This contribution helps fuel our young people as they gain valuable skills, explore career opportunities, and prepare for bright futures.

Thank you, SC Johnson, for investing in our youth and strengthening our community! 🙌

10/21/2026

📢 Upcoming Racine County Board Meeting

The Racine County Board will meet on Thursday, October 22, at 5:00 p.m.

📍 Location: County Board Chambers
Ives Grove Office Complex
14200 Washington Ave., Sturtevant, WI

▶️ Watch live on YouTube:


📋 View the meeting agenda:
https://www.racinecounty.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/55326/639277423728700000

10/21/2026

📢 Upcoming Finance & Human Resources Committee Meeting

Thursday, October 22, at 5:00 p.m. for the Racine County Finance & Human Resources Committee meeting.

📍 Location: County Board Chambers
Ives Grove Office Complex
14200 Washington Ave., Sturtevant, WI

▶️ Watch live on YouTube:


📋 View the meeting agenda:
https://www.racinecounty.gov/.../showpublisheddocument/55296

10/21/2026

Passport still on the travel to-do list? ✈️

The Racine County Clerk’s Office accepts passport applications by appointment and can take your passport photo while you’re there.

📞 Call 262-636-3482 to schedule.
📍 Racine County Courthouse, 730 Wisconsin Ave., Racine

Before you go, check the Racine County website for required documents, forms and payment information.

Future you at the airport will be glad you handled it.

10/19/2026

Saying “I do” soon? 💍

Make sure the marriage license is on the checklist too.

Marriage license applications are handled by the Racine County Clerk’s Office and are available by appointment only.

📞 Call 262-636-3121 to schedule.
📍 Racine County Courthouse, 730 Wisconsin Ave., Racine

Check the Racine County website before your appointment for requirements and application details.

10/18/2026

Need a certified copy of a birth, death or marriage certificate?

Good news: you don’t have to go on a paperwork scavenger hunt.

Racine County Register of Deeds handles vital records, and requests can be made in person, by mail or online.
📍 730 Wisconsin Ave., Racine

Find application details and what you’ll need on the Racine County website: https://www.racinecounty.gov/departments/register-of-deeds

10/17/2026

What’s inside Racine County’s new Behavioral Health Building?

On Oct. 29, residents will have the chance to see it firsthand.

During the Community Open House, guests can tour designated areas of the facility and learn about services that will be offered here, including:

• Crisis response
• Case management
• Adult protective services
• Residential treatment

You’ll also have the opportunity to meet staff and learn how to get help for yourself or someone you care about.

Thursday, Oct. 29 | 3–6 p.m.
1720 Taylor Ave., Racine

Free and open to the public. No RSVP required.

Need an accommodation to participate? Please contact Travis Richardson at 262-636-3721 or [email protected] by Oct. 19, if possible, to allow time for arrangements.

10/16/2026

AN EMMY NOMINATION?!? 🎬🏆

Discover Wisconsin’s “Closer Than You Think, Better Than You Imagined – Racine County” has been nominated for a Chicago/Midwest Emmy Award!

The episode showcases the people, businesses, attractions and communities that make Racine County such a special place to visit, live, work and build a life.

This recognition belongs to the many residents, businesses, organizations, tourism partners and communities that welcomed the Discover Wisconsin team and helped tell Racine County’s story.
Thank you to everyone who helped bring the episode to life, and congratulations to Discover Wisconsin on the nomination!

The 68th Chicago/Midwest Emmy Awards take place Oct. 24.

Haven’t seen the episode yet? Watch here:

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