WCLO News Features
Featured audio from today's stories in the WCLO newsroom.- Wednesday, September 30
- Walk a Mile raises more than $30,000
- UW Rock "Inclusive Excellence"
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on the success of a recent fundraiser to call attention to domestic abuse
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on how the U-W Rock County campus is doing in a statewide initiative to be be more sensitive to diversity
- Tuesday, September 29
- Cool temps could affect Rock County crops
- Milton Chamber invites new business investment
- New Beloit Riverfest
- Benefits of fall fishing
- Possible charges in raw milk case
Cooler temperatures could freeze farmers' profits. WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Milton's efforts to attract new businesses
WCLO's Steve Benton reports the 2010 Beloit Riverfest will be re-invented
If you've put your fishing reel away for the winter, you may want to consider dusting it off one more time. Janesville Gazette reporter Ted Sullivan went on the water to meet with those who love fall fishing. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Wednesday's Janesville Gazette.
A Walworth County farm could face charges for the sale of raw milk. The district attorney's office is considering charges against the Zinniker farm in Elkhorn after 30 people fell ill after consuming raw milk. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Tuesday's Janesville Gazette.
- Monday, September 28
- Coats for Kids kicks off
- Workenders to help Parkview Schools
- H1N1 Update
- Be careful selling gold
- Legal challenge opens door for gas discounts
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the program that distributes warm clothing to needy families.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on a local school district considering the Rock County Workender's program for help with maintenance projects
WCLO's Steve Benton reports Rock County moves up seasonal flu clinics to make way for H1N1 vaccines that will arrive in late October or early November
Selling gold is becoming more popular, but where there are people willing to sell, there are people looking to rip you off. The price of gold is high and the poor economy means more people are looking to sell. The Better Business Bureau has some tips for those entering the gold market. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Monday's Janesville Gazette.
Wisconsin's minimum markup law is in legal limbo, prompting a Janesville grocery store to start a gasoline discount program. Woodman's is offering customers a 3 cents a gallon discount on gasoline for those who bring in a grocery receipt from the same day. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Monday's Janesville Gazette.
- Sunday, September 27
- Stilettos, sequins and silliness
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the YWCA's Walk a Mile in Her Shoes.
- Friday, September 25
- Mercy for working mothers
- Scott Bierman inauguration
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Working Mothers Magazine recognition of Mercy Health System in Janesville
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the installation of Beloit College's 11th president
- Thursday, September 24
- Rock County men ready to pull on high heels
- Brett Davis may run for Lt. Governor
- Riverside Park finalist for grassroots grant
- August jobless rate
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the upcoming YWCA Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Republican's campaign and agenda
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports how you can help with a click of the mouse.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the August jobless rates for local some communities
- Wednesday, September 23
- Senior night planned at Beloit Memorial High School
- Sheridan supports tougher drunk driving laws
- Stateline United Way
- Safety barriers
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on tough choices for high school seniors exploring life after graduation
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Assembly Speaker Mike Sheridan's views regarding drunk driving legislation.
WCLO's Steve Benton attends the Stateline United Way kick-off breakfast
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a DOT safety project in Rock County
- Tuesday, September 22
- Downtown Development Day planned
- Stateline United Way ready for campaign
- Janesville hazmat meets 54th
- Beloit freeze
- Civil War band brings history to life
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on plans to promote downtown revitalization
WCLO's Stan Stricker previews kick-off for fund drive
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a new resource for Rock County's level "B" hazmat team
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on Beloit's efforts to freeze municipal employee wages
A part of Civil War history comes to life in Janesville this weekend. The 1st Brigade Band will perform Sunday at First Congregational United Church of Christ on Jackson Street and the same day at the Tallman House. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Tuesday's Janesville Gazette.
- Monday, September 21
- Milton wades through ethanol regulations
- Hedberg Public Library may use radio frequency tags
- Janesville Guard troops
- Campaign finance reform forum planned
- MACCIT prepares for economic recovery
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on a plan commission public hearing.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on trip by library staff to learn efficient use of electronic chips
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the latest accomplishments of Wisconson National Guard troops from Janesville
WCLO's Stan Stricker previews campaign finance reform forum planned for Monday night in Janesville
A down economy isn't keeping down efforts at economic development in Milton. The Milton Chamber of Commerce Industry, and Tourism has been around for three years and is positioning the city for a for what's hoped will be an economic recovery. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in ---day's Janesville Gazette.
- Saturday, September 19
- Janesville to host public hearing on new hospital
WCLO's Beth Wheelock previews the building's only public hearing.
- Friday, September 18
- Library prepares for flu
- Schools prepare for flu season
- Proud day for downtown Janesville
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Hedberg Public Library's preparations for potential flu outbreak
Southern Wisconsin school districts are undergoing extra planning for this year's flu season because of concerns over H1N1. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Sunday's Janesville Gazette.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on Janesville's Downtown Pride Day
- Thursday, September 17
- Bigger Expo
- Benedict to talk about childhood obesity
- Rock River drawdown
- Horses and the economy
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on new and improved business and marketing expo
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the "Building a Healthier Beloit" program.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on repairs to the Centerway Dam in downtown Janesville
Some horse owners are finding it challenging to continue caring for their animals in the current economy. Wisconsin horse professionals are holding a teleconference Tuesday, October 6th to talk about the growing issue of abandoned horses and share legal information for those who find themselves in possession of an abandoned horse. More information here. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Friday's Janesville Gazette.
- Wednesday, September 16
- Parkview Schools to brainstorm funding options
- JPAC on cable access
- Changes to WIC promote healthy diet
- North Rock County United Way Kickoff
- Need grows for "Walk a Mile" event
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on a meeting to create ideas to save taxpayer money.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on JPAC performances being rebroadcast on JATV
Changes to a food assistance program are aimed at creating healthier diets. The Women Infants and Children (WIC) program making more foods like fruits and vegetables available to families. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Saturday's Janesville Gazette.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the United Way kickoff breakfast in Janesville
An event aimed at building awareness of domestic violence is building steam at the same time more cases of domestic violence are showing up in Rock County. The Walk A Mile-in Her Shoes event is scheduled for Friday, September 25th and has a goal do raising $50,000 this year. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Wednesday's Janesville Gazette.
- Tuesday, September 15
- Business incubator could be built in Janesville
- United Way Kick-off planned
- Debit card scam
- WIC changes promote healthy diet
- Milton drops 4K proposal
- Playing horseshoes
- Details for new rink uncertain
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports why the project could be built from scratch instead of using existing space.
WCLO's Stan Stricker previews United Way Kick-off Wednesday
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on scam
Changes to a food assistance program are aimed at creating healthier diets. The Women Infants and Children (WIC) program making more foods like fruits and vegetables available to families. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Wednesday's Janesville Gazette.
Four-year-old kindergarten will remain off the table in the Milton School District. The board voted 3-3 Monday to end the current study of a 4K proposal. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Tuesday's Janesville Gazette.
Modern people may not have much use for horseshoes, but there are still plenty of people using them for recreation. The Beloit Horseshoe Club was established in 1985 and has a steady membership of between 75 and 80 members. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Tuesday's Janesville Gazette.
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on progress made toward Janesville's new ice rink.
- Monday, September 14
- GM money back guarantee
- Natural gas prices down
- Finnegan ABC Extreme Makeover
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on a new "money back guarantee" on most new G-M products
WCLO's Steve Benton reports natural gas prices are down, which means lower home heating bills this winter
WCLO's Steve Benton reports a Beloit RV dealer gets very involved with an episode of Extreme Makeover-Home Style on ABC TV.
- Friday, September 11
- Janesville School Board to debate role
- Rotary Garden fees
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the upcoming special meeting that deals with responsibilities of school board members.
An entrance fee at Janesville's Rotary Gardens is raising money for the attraction. The fee has so far raised nearly 70 percent of what was budgeted for this year. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Sunday's Janesville Gazette.
- Thursday, September 10
- New challenges for new JATV director
- Janesville Landfill odor
- Municipalities taking on more debt
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on Duane Brewer's promotion.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Janesville's effort to address odors at the city's landfill
Municipalities are turning to borrowing money to help make ends meet, but is it a sustainable practice? Kyle Geissler reports. Statistics about municipal debt in southern Wisconsin communities appears in Friday's Janesville Gazette.
- Wednesday, September 9
- Beloit tackles city budget
- Home brewing hobby
- School bomb threat
- Neumann makes it official
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on anticipated budget cuts for City of Beloit
Home brewing is a growing hobby, and one Evansville resident is diving into. Kyle Geissler reports. Andy Walker's advice to those getting into home brewing is to relax...you're just making beer. You can read more in Saturday's Janesville Gazette.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on success of security plan at Craig High School in Janesville
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on former Janesville resident Mark Neumann's run for governor
- Tuesday, September 8
- Prescription round-up produces big results
- BPD Chief Search
- Former GM worker brings experience to job center
- Hixson pushes for drunk driving laws
- Rotary Gardens plans events
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports that this year's two events outpaced last year's eight events.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on the status of the search for a new Beloit police chief
Former GM workers are finding some empathy at the Rock County Job Center. Ed Martinez retired from General Motors after 30 years, and has some idea of what workers in Janesville are going through. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Wednesday's Janesville Gazette.
A local lawmaker is making a push to promote legislation targeting drunk drivers. Assembly Democrat Kim Hixson is holding a listening session at UW-Rock County September 14th. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Tuesday's Janesville Gazette.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on upcoming plant sale
- Monday, September 7
- Labor Day Parade
- Juror Appreciation Month
- End of summer doesn't mean end of severe weather
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on large and reflective crowd at Janesville's Labor Day Parade
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on Juror Appreciation Month
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on storms to expect in the upcoming months.
- Sunday, September 6
- New tavern proposed for Janesville
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the public hearing to be held Tuesday.
- Saturday, September 5
- Edgerton City Hall plans move forward
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on the current stage of the voter-approved project.
- Friday, September 4
- Road stimulus
- United Way campaign
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on latest round of federal stimulus money for Janesville road projects
The North Rock County United Way is kicking off it's annual campaign by highlighting the organizations and people who benefit from the fundraising. A 28-year-old Janesville credits the Salvation Army's transitional housing program for helping him turn his life around. The Salvation Army program gets funding from the United Way. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Friday's Janesville Gazette.
- Thursday, September 3
- Local legislator hears concern over Obama speech
- Janesville School Board to start team-building
- Beloit School investigation
- Volunteers help Janesville parks
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on calls from parents to Rep. Steve Nass.
WCLO's Beth Wheelock reports on Friday's session.
WCLO's Steve Benton reports an investigation into possible misconduct by Beloit School district staff comes up empty
Volunteers play a key role in the vitality of Janesville's parks. The city says numerous groups and individuals contributed hundreds of hours to the parks system every year. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Thursday's Janesville Gazette.
- Wednesday, September 2
- School funding reform
- Job Center absorbs furloughs
- Book about historic Evansville
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports Janesville School Board member suggests funding reform
WCLO's Steve Benton reports eight to ten state workers will take the first of eight furlough days Friday, but the Rock County Job Center will remain open.
A new book about Evansville offers a a glimpse into the city's history. Ruth Ann Montgomery was recruited to write the book, which is part of the "Images of America" series. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Wednesday's Janesville Gazette. Readers can pre-order the book from Amazon.com and Barnes & Noble at bn.com.
- Tuesday, September 1
- RCSO fatalities down 50%
- Beloit College fall 09
- Janesville elementary school recognized
- Edgerton hospital moving forward
- Drive safe for school
WCLO's Steve Benton reports the trend in traffic deaths is lower in Rock County so far this year
WCLO's Steve Benton reports on how Beloit College is doing as the fall semester gets underway
A Janesville elementary school is getting recognition no other school in Janesville has received before. Lincoln Elementary School is being recognized for improving academic performance while contending with poverty. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Tuesday's Janesville Gazette.
Work could begin soon on a new hospital in Edgerton. Work on the facility at the corner of Highway 59 and Sherman Avenue could begin by early October. Kyle Geissler reports. You can read more in Tuesday's Janesville Gazette.
WCLO's Stan Stricker reports on advice by Janesville Police to keep kids safe.
