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Yahoo
5 days ago
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June home sales in Wisconsin range from $30,000 to $2 million: How did Fond du Lac rate?
Some homes in Wisconsin sold for under $50,000 in June while others sold for over $2 million. Here's a closer look at June homes sales with a wide range of prices. Cheapest homes in Milwaukee and beyond One of the least expensive homes sold in Milwaukee for $30,000. This 1,310-square-foot bungalow, in the 3300 block of North 21st Street, has three bedrooms and one bathroom. An 855-square-foot ranch home, in the 2900 block of North 13th Street, sold for $45,000. It has two bedrooms and one bathroom. In Racine, a 898-square-foot bungalow, in the 1300 block of Kewaunee Street, sold for $65,000. It has three bedrooms and one bathroom. A house in Fond du Lac, on North Sophia Street, sold for $115,000. The Prairie/Craftsman-style home is 1,290 square feet, and has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Home sales: Fond du Lac County property sold for $740K in real estate transfers for July 7-11 Million-dollar homes across Wisconsin One of the most expensive June home sales was in Delafield − for $2,050,000. The house, in the 2100 block of Evergreen Lane, has four bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, and is nearly 4,000 square feet. In Saukville, a 1,574-square-foot farmhouse, in the 2800 block of Orchard Lane, sold for $1,502,000. The home has four bedrooms and two bathrooms, and sits on 100 acres. Some of that land is used for farming, and some has woods and water. Another luxury home in Lisbon sold for $1,460,000. The home, on Crispin Court, is 5,121 square feet with five bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a chef's kitchen, gym, music room, and hot yoga space. In Mequon, a 4,008-square-foot ranch home with four bedrooms and two bathrooms, in the 9700 block of West Bonniwell Road, sold for $1.4 million. Middle-priced homes still popular Some June home sales were priced in the middle. In West Allis, a 1,040-square-foot home, in the 2300 block of South 75th Street, sold for $250,000. It has four bedrooms and one bathroom. A Brookfield home, in the 1100 block of South Webster Avenue, sold for $295,000. The ranch home is 1,056 square feet with two bedrooms and one bathroom. It includes granite counters and an updated bathroom. A 794-square-foot house in Kenosha, in the 2900 block of 25th Avenue, sold for $150,000. It has two bedrooms and one bathroom. In Sheboygan, a 1,588-square-foot home, in the 2000 block of North 20th Street, sold for $108,000. It has three bedrooms and one bathroom. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Wisconsin home sale prices average range from $30K to $2M in June Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
17-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
SC Johnson moving 170 employees to Racine area from Chicago for better collaboration
S.C. Johnson & Son Inc. is moving 170 employees to its Racine-area facilities from the company's Chicago office − a move it says will create better collaboration. The move will occur in phases by the end of 2026, the company announced July 15. No jobs are being eliminated. The shift is connected to organizational changes that took place 15 months ago, when SC Johnson established individual North America and international consumer brand business units. 'For almost 140 years, we've enjoyed being part of the Racine community, and proudly call it our home,' said Fisk Johnson, chairman and CEO, in a statement. 'This is an important change for our business given some recent organizational changes, and we look forward to welcoming even more SCJ people to the Racine area," Johnson said. Employees will move into the former Educators Credit Union building, at 1326 Willow Road in Mount Pleasant, which the company bought in 2023. It's next to two other company facilities, and is near the Waxdale manufacturing facility. SC Johnson's longtime global headquarters remains in Racine, at 1525 Howe St. It is among the largest companies based in Wisconsin and has roughly 2,000 employees in Racine County. It makes such cleaning products as Windex, Pledge, Glade and Scrubbing Bubbles. The company will still operate a downtown Chicago office, with around 100 employees, along with a manufacturing site in the Pullman neighborhood. Tom Daykin can be emailed at tdaykin@ and followed on Instagram, Bluesky, X and article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: SC Johnson moving 170 employees to Racine area from Chicago
Yahoo
28-06-2025
- Yahoo
Judge gives Racine man probation for shooting his mother's ex-boyfriend
RACINE — A Racine man who claimed he was defending his mother when he shot her then-boyfriend will serve the next five years on probation. Damian Mason's family members hugged one another and cried tears of joy moments after Racine County Circuit Court Judge Jon E. Fredrickson handed down his sentence on Friday, June 27. Seated in the gallery a few feet behind the defendant's table, Erika Mason buried her face in her other son's shoulder, relieved by word that Damian Mason would soon be released from jail. "God is good!" she told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel outside the Racine County Courthouse. "Damian saved my life that day. He was a hero .... and he didn't deserve any of this to happen to him. "I'm just so glad my son is coming home." Mason was 17 years old when prosecutors say he intervened with a gun during a violent confrontation on the 1100 block of Racine Street between his mother and her then-boyfriend on June 19, 2022. The man was shot five times as he tried to drive away. He survived, but suffered permanent damage to his one of his arms. Mason's family and defense team promoted the theory Mason, now 20, acted to defend his mother. A jury in May found Mason guilty of attempted second-degree intentional homicide with a dangerous weapon and of being in possession of a dangerous weapon while under 18. Mason faced up to 60 years behind bars as punishment for attempted second-degree intentional homicide alone. The gun charge carried a maximum penalty of nine months. More: Milwaukee woman recorded on jail tapes arranging hit on ex-boyfriend is headed to prison Mason's conviction sparked demonstrations in Racine from supporters, who claimed Mason should have been shielded by Wisconsin's self-defense law, which allows citizens to use deadly force to protect a third party. Defense attorney Carl Johnson pushed for probation, noting his client had no prior criminal history and acted in defense of another person, which is legally permitted. "He didn't set out to kill anyone ... He was trying to protect his mother," said Johnson, of Racine. "This was a chaotic, stressful situation that he didn't create." Mason had been in custody at the Racine County Jail since his conviction. Fredrickson ordered his immediate release. When calculating his sentence, Fredrickson had to weigh the victim's injuries and the threat to public safety, against Mason's character clear record and his willingness to improve himself. Evidence of that included his graduating from J.I. Case High School while on house arrest for 34 months after the shooting. In a packed courtroom, Mason told the judge he felt he was a good person, despite having been convicted, adding that he planned to "continue to work on myself," no matter the outcome of his 34-month legal odyssey. "What happened that day, I just felt I had no other choice," he said. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Racine man gets probation for shooting his mother's ex-boyfriend
Yahoo
26-06-2025
- Yahoo
Police in Wisconsin increase enforcement following ‘takeovers' at public beaches
RACINE, Wis. (WFRV) – Authorities in Wisconsin are taking proactive measures to ensure safety following reports of recent 'takeovers' at public beaches. According to the Racine Police Department, officers have responded to large gatherings and 'takeovers' occurring at North Beach and other area parks. Person hospitalized after being hit in crosswalk while using mobility scooter in Manitowoc In response, the department says it is implementing proactive steps to preserve safety and enjoyment of public spaces for both residents and visitors. Efforts include: Increased police presence during daytime and evening hours Enhanced video surveillance in public areas Strict enforcement of laws, including a zero-tolerance policy for illegal activity Officials reminded the public that curfew for individuals under 18 is 11 p.m., and all city parks and beaches close at 10 p.m. Alcohol and glass containers are prohibited on beaches, in parks and on playgrounds. 'Our goal is to maintain North Beach and all local parks as safe, welcoming spaces for everyone,' the department stated. 'We ask all visitors to be respectful of public spaces and of one another.' Wisconsin man sentenced to 30 years for attacking correctional officer, fellow inmate Anyone with concerns or who witnesses suspicious behavior is encouraged to contact the Racine Police Department at 262-886-2300. No additional details were provided. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Entrepreneur
09-06-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
She Quit Her Job. Now She Makes $1 Million Selling Smoothies.
With nearly $40,000 in first-week sales and $1 million in her first year, DeSario Turner's story is a blueprint for success. DeSario Turner didn't have the classic take-this-job-and-shove-it moment — no dramatic resignation, no sudden business closure. In fact, she had a successful, stable career at Harley-Davidson, where she held a leadership role managing online ecommerce operations across the U.S. and Canada. She could have comfortably stayed in the corporate world indefinitely. But Turner had other plans. She wanted ownership, autonomy and the chance to build something meaningful in her hometown of Racine, Wisconsin. So, in 2023, she opened a Smoothie King franchise and hit the ground running. "I knew that if I wanted the freedom and the life that I desire, just a paycheck wasn't enough for me," she says. Related: Considering franchise ownership? Get started now to find your personalized list of franchises that match your lifestyle, interests and budget. Image Credit: DeSario Turner | Smoothie King Bikes to blenders Turner spent nearly 18 years at Harley-Davidson, serving in various customer-facing roles that ranged from dealership support to managing North American ecommerce. During that time, she also explored several side hustles — from rental properties to vending machines — as part of a larger vision for long-term financial independence. Turner wanted to go all-in on a business that aligned with her values and offered a product she believed in. When she discovered Smoothie King, the concept clicked. It combined health and wellness, community impact and a scalable franchise model — all things she felt passionate about bringing to her hometown. After settling on the brand, she began the franchise application process in late 2021 while still working full-time and juggled both responsibilities for nearly two years. "That's when it really kicked off; it was definitely a busy time," she recalls. "But I had to make it happen." Related: She Was a Lawyer with No Restaurant Experience. Now, She's Reviving an Iconic Restaurant Chain. Record-breaking opening Turner's Smoothie King location in Racine shattered expectations right out of the gate, breaking the franchise's record for first-week sales when it opened in 2023. Despite being in a market unfamiliar with the brand, her store generated more than $38,000 in its opening week and quickly became a go-to destination for health-conscious locals. In addition to building a thriving business, Turner made it a priority to give back. She regularly partners with local schools, gyms and youth programs and donates smoothies for events, supports fundraisers and offers healthful catering options for student-athletes. "She believed in herself, did the work and chose a location that gave her business the best chance to thrive," says Katherine Meariman, VP of training and education at Smoothie King. "She understood from the start that there's no better way to introduce Smoothie King to a new community than through authentic connection." By the end of her first year, Turner's location had already crossed $1 million in net sales — a milestone that placed her store in the top 50 out of more than 1,200 locations in the system. Related: 70 Small Business Ideas to Start in 2025 Building for the future Now, Turner has an eye on the future. Her 19-year-old daughter has stepped into a key leadership role at the store, managing day-to-day operations and learning every aspect of the business firsthand. But this isn't just a job — it's a long-term investment in her future. Turner is intentionally mentoring her daughter to one day take full ownership, passing down not just a business but a blueprint for independence, responsibility and generational wealth. "Ultimately, this is her business," she says. "I'm showing her everything now so she understands what it takes — because it's for her future." And the vision doesn't stop there. With plans to expand and a second location already in the works, Turner is just getting started. Her advice to others considering the jump into business ownership like she did is simple. "Invest that current and energy into yourself and build something for you and your family in the future," she says. "Go for it." Related: I Walked Away From a Corporate Career to Start My Own Small Business — Here's Why You Should Do the Same
