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Janesville
Friday, February 20th, 2026
Good morning, Janesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Warner Off-Leash Dog Park is closed as officials investigate the death of a dog that visited repeatedly earlier in the week. Parks staff found no risk to human or animal health and expect final lab results late next week to determine when the park will reopen. WKOW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Janesville’s oldest functioning pipe organ has been restored and now produces a sweet, full sound in its historic setting plus local organists praise its revival as an important part of the city’s musical heritage. GazetteXtra
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Chinese speedskater Ning Zhongyan set an Olympic record in the 1,500 meters at Milan Cortina as he beat American speedskater Jordan Stolz (21-year-old from Wisconsin). Stolz, who earned silver after earlier gold medals, will take part in the mass start race on Saturday. WKOW
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Memory Café: Houseplants
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Hedberg Public Library — Registration required — Discover the joys of houseplants in a supportive Memory Café setting tailored for individuals with early-stage memory loss.
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Sam Miller Live in Janesville!
7 PM — Comedy Cabin — $20 — Enjoy a night of laughs with nationally touring comedian Sam Miller as he shares his hilarious take on sober parenting and more.
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The Wisconsin Crown 2026 Cheerleading Competition
8 a.m. — 2510 Milton Ave, Janesville, WI — Bids available for championship events — Cheer teams compete for prestigious bids in a spirited showcase.
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Friends of HPL Scoopie Night
4-8 p.m. — Culver's — Portion of proceeds benefit library programs — Support your local library while enjoying delicious food!
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Read-In With Mary
3:30–5:00 p.m. — Hedberg Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of cozy silent reading with Mary the Comfort Dog in the Children's Room.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Naval Ravikant
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