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Friday, April 10th, 2026

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Good morning, Janesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Acts Housing (a nonprofit that helps first-time homebuyers) is expanding its services in Beloit and Rock County with nearly $2 million in new funding, promising more affordable housing options for local residents.  GazetteXtra

BUSINESS NEWS

  • SHINE Technologies received a 263-million loan from the U.S. Energy Department to complete its Janesville manufacturing facility for nuclear medicine. The company has spent years building the project and will use the funds to finish the production space + support growth.  GazetteXtra

CULTURE NEWS

  • Janesville native Lisl Detlefsen has released a new children's book titled 'My Mom is Like a Kite' (it teaches that managing a parent's feelings is not a child's job). The book offers a supportive message for families facing mental health challenges.  GazetteXtra
  • Michael Cavanaugh will cover Billy Joel and Elton John's hits at Edgerton Performing Arts Center on Saturday, May 2 at 7:30 p.m.—the show is at 200 Elm High Dr. It will offer a lively tribute to classic tunes.  GazetteXtra

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Stride 4 Shelter: Benefiting Housing 4 Our Vets

    10 AM – 12 PM — North Pavilion, Riverside Park — Registration fee applies — Participate in a 5K to support housing for veterans.

    Sat, 4/11/26

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  • Packers Tailgate Tour

    4:30-8 p.m. — Woodman's Sports & Convention Center — $40 — Enjoy a tailgate party with current and alumni Packers players, food, and games.

    Wed, 4/15/26

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  • Orfordville Country Riders Meat Raffle Fundraiser

    1-3:30 p.m. — Bass Creek Golf Club — Benefiting snowmobile youth programs — Enjoy an afternoon of meat raffles, 50/50 draws, and local fun.

    Sat, 4/18/26

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  • Yappy Hour at Willowdale Tavern

    1-4 p.m. — Willowdale Tavern — $15 play for 10 games — Enjoy a fun afternoon of PAWsome BINGO and support local pets in need.

    Sun, 4/19/26

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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