Micro business grant program aim to help Beloit businesses

The City of Beloit Micro Business Grant Program opens up for applications Friday morning at 9:00. Wisconsin Women’s Business Initiative Corporation Regional Project Director Heather Lux says businesses need to have five or fewer employees, including the

YWCA Rock County accepting Racial Justice Award nominations

There’s just a week left to nominate individuals or organizations for the YWCA Rock County’s 10th annual Racial Justice Award. Racial Justice Director Amiee Leavy says past recipients include Jean Carfora, Billy Bob Grahn, Dorothy Harrell, and

Yusuf Adama announces run for Beloit City Council

The spring Beloit City Council race is heating up. There will be at least one new face come April, with incumbent Clinton Anderson filing a declaration of non-candidacy following a successful run for State Assembly. Beloit resident

Beloit man found dead after traffic crash

The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a 73-year-old Beloit man.  The sheriff’s office reports a deputy responded to State Highway 78 south of Blanchardville at the Pecatonica River a little before 4:00 p.m.. Wednesday

Voting happening now for BIFF Classic Film Showcase

With the Beloit International film Festival’s 10-day run at the end of February quickly approaching, organizers are airing out the details for one of the more popular events. Executive Director Greg Gerard says you can vote on

Beloit city council votes against removing stop signs

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The Beloit City Council rejected a pair of proposals to remove stop signs from city intersections at Monday night’s meeting after listening to citizens’ concerns. Council Member Clinton Anderson argued in favor of keeping the signs as

Beloit offers winter weather water tips

Those cold snaps and freezing weather will be here before you know it, and the city of Beloit is offering tips on how to be prepared. Director of Water Resources Josh Shere says it’s crucial to make