Bipartisan bill eases pot possession penalties in Wisconsin
A bipartisan bill would ease penalties for possession of small amounts of cannabis in Wisconsin, but stops short of legalization. Republican Representative Shae Sortwell says his party’s attitudes are changing. “There was just a Gallop Poll that
Janesville Plan Commission approves acquisition of land at 217 Riverside Street
The City of Janesville negotiates an offer to purchase .2 acres of land at 217 Riverside Street for $26,700. Planning Director Duane Cherek says the City acquired the adjoining property in 2009 and cleared the site to
Lt Governor Mandela Barnes to kick off Black Business Week in Beloit
Rock County Jumpstart is encouraging shoppers to not only think local, but to consider minority-owned businesses when making holiday purchases. The Beloit City Council declared November 22nd through the 27th Black Business Week. Rock County Jumpstart Founder
Beloit City Council approves water quality trading agreements with three properties
The Beloit City Council approves water quality trading agreements with three agricultural landowners. Director of Water Resources Bill Frisbee says it’s cheaper for the City to pay for the the Phosphorus reduction practices at the properties rather
Rock County Sheriff’s Office has new graphics
The Rock County Sheriff’s Office has a new look for its vehicles. The sheriff’s office Monday unveiled a new logo design. Eight staff members worked as part of a design committee to create the look. Only new squads purchased
Health System earns top award
An independent national watchdog organization awards Beloit Health System top marks for safety. Leapfrog recognizes Beloit Health System with an “A” for achievements in providing patients with safe care. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is a ratings program based
The Town of Beloit has a new police chief
The town board Monday night chose Lieutenant LeAnn Jones from within the department to replace the retiring Ron Northrup. Jones began with the Town in 2011 as a patrol officer and also has experience as an EMT and
Robert “Rob” Pikalek
October 1, 1943 ~ November 16, 2021 (age 78)