Friday, April 18th, 2025
Good morning, Janesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, the Salvation Army of Rock County Women’s Auxiliary visited Ahrens Acres in Brodhead to help prepare for its 39th annual flower sale fundraiser—continuing a nearly 20-year partnership with the venue. GazetteXtra
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local cheese sculptor Vicki Janisch will attend the Taste of the Draft event in Green Bay on April 23 — it will run from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Schreiber Foods headquarters. The event will showcase Wisconsin food and raise funds for GENYOUth to help end student hunger. WKOW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A report from the Wisconsin Policy Forum found that exports have slowly declined from a peak of more than $30 billion in 2012 and that new tariffs may make the drop worse. Many state businesses worry about who will pay the cost as manufacturing and agriculture exports continue to be crucial for the economy. WKOW
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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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Spring Wine Walk
1-5 p.m. — Downtown Janesville, Inc. — Ticketed event — Sip and shop through local wine stops and enjoy snacks from downtown restaurants.
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