Janesville City Council awards construction contract for Woodman’s Center
The Janesville City Council voted Monday night to award JP Cullen a bid for the Woodman Sports and Convention Center. City Manager Kevin Lahner says multiple studies put the operating cost of the facility between $40,000 and
Evansville School Board approves operational referendum
The Evansville Community School District Board of Education approves a five-year operational referendum for the April ballot. Superintendent Steve Lutzke says the district is asking for $2.7 million in the 2024-2025 school year and that number would
Republican 14-week abortion ban faces likely veto
A Republican bill aimed at restricting abortions in Wisconsin is likely on the fast track to the governor’s veto. Senator Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) said it will provide voters the opportunity weigh in on a statewide ballot referendum
WISHOPE to open facility in Beloit
A new resource for those in recovery and looking for help will soon be officially opening in Beloit. WISHOPE Training Specialist Kevin Hamm says they are opening a new community center at the former Meal on Wheels
Rock Co District Attorney not seeking re-election, endorses ADA Sanders
After nearly three decades in the position, Rock County District Attorney David O’Leary announces he is not seeking re-election in November. O’Leary says he is proud of the work his office has done in protecting the community
Eric W. Brown
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Gail J. Wilson
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Janesville residents arrested last week on drug charges appear in court

The two individuals arrested in Janesville last week on multiple drug charges make their initial appearance in Rock County Court. Dale Hall, 26, faces charges including maintaining a drug trafficking place, possession with intent to deliver cocaine,
Rock River Valley Blood Center hosts Battle of the Badges
The City of Janesville’s first responders are showing their support for the Rock River Valley Blood Center. Donor Recruiter Rick Popp says the Battle of the Badges pits police officers and firefighters against each other in a