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Janesville
Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
Good morning, Janesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Janesville police warn residents about a phone scam where callers use fake law enforcement IDs to claim a warrant for unpaid traffic tickets and demand immediate payment by cryptocurrency, gift cards or cash drop—residents should hang up and call 608 757 2244 if they receive such a call. WKOW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Janesville City Council elected its new leadership. Aaron Burdick became council president and Larry Squire vice president for the coming year — the seven-member council also includes five returning members and two new members, Michael Cass and Joshua Erdman, serving overlapping two-year terms. WKOW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Janesville resident Bob Roach, 62, who is battling terminal cancer, will throw the first pitch at a Milwaukee Brewers game on June 29—fulfilling his lifelong wish as he faces his illness. GazetteXtra
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Escape from Oz
3:30-4:15 p.m. — Hedberg Public Library — Registration Required — Work together to defy the Wizard and escape the Land of Oz.
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Open House at 827 E Court Street
4-6 p.m. — 827 E Court St, Janesville, WI — Free entry — Explore 38 homes for sale in Courthouse Hill with virtual tours and connect with Compass agents.
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Easter Brunch Celebration
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Coachman's Golf Resort — Reservations recommended — Enjoy a classic brunch with a wide variety of offerings for the Easter holiday.
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Open House at 920 Benton Avenue
9-11 p.m. — 920 Benton Avenue — $210,000 — Explore a charming bungalow home featuring a cozy fireplace and convenient storage options.
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Janesville Fiber Art Gathering
10:30-11:30 a.m. — The Bodacious Brew — Free entry — Showcase your creativity and connect with fellow fiber art enthusiasts over coffee.
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Run the Rock Marathon
7 AM – 2 PM — Town Square Pavilion — Participating donations — Support childhood cancer with a marathon benefiting local children.
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Color our World Art Club for Kids
3:30-5:00 p.m. — Hedberg Public Library — No registration required — Create colorful projects to decorate the library and unleash your creativity!
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DEWALT Days 2025
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM — Blain's Farm & Fleet — Special deals available — Learn about DEWALT products and upgrade your tool collection with expert guidance.
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