Racine County

Village of Mount Pleasant, Racine County complete land purchase agreement with Microsoft

The Village of Mount Pleasant, Racine County, Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC), Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) and Milwaukee 7 today announced the closing of Microsoft Corporation’s (Microsoft) approximately $50 million land purchase of a 315-acre parcel of land in the Village of Mount Pleasant in Racine County. The company plans to create a data center campus.

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EVENT: Manufacturers Forum Series

In manufacturing, top operators often move into leadership—but technical skills alone don’t guarantee success. With workforce challenges on the rise, strong frontline supervisors are key to retention. Join WMEP’s Carol Crawford for insights on what makes a great supervisor, including communication, trust-building, and conflict management.

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Village of Mount Pleasant, Racine County to consider land purchase agreement with Microsoft

The Village of Mount Pleasant, Racine County, Racine County Economic Development Corporation (RCEDC), Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), and Milwaukee 7 announced plans for an agreement with Microsoft Corporation (Microsoft) to purchase a 315-acre parcel of land in the Village of Mount Pleasant in Racine County. The aim is to create a data center campus.

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Major Construction Projects Transforming Racine County in 2025

Racine County is gearing up for a year of transformative growth, with major construction projects set to reshape its residential, commercial, and infrastructure landscape. From multi-million-dollar redevelopments to new public facilities, these projects will drive economic growth, create jobs, and enhance community spaces across the region.

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Racine County Residential Development Update

Racine County, RCEDC, local municipalities, and partnering developers have taken the initiative to meet the housing needs head-on. Because of this comprehensive collaboration, Racine County is experiencing a much-needed increase in housing development, leading to over 3,600 additional housing units in Racine County.

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