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Janesville
Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Good morning, Janesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ After flash flooding Friday morning, Janesville and Rock County declared a citywide emergency—roads remain impassable and a train carrying corn derailed near North Washington Street and Maple Court with no hazardous materials— while officials plan a joint press conference today to discuss cleanup efforts. WKOW
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Roofing companies in the area report a surge in repair requests after severe weather hit southern Wisconsin; crews say hundreds of inspections are pending and projects may take up to a month because of high demand (local homeowners should get temporary fixes from nearby contractors if needed). WKOW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Parker Arts Academy will debut its first high school production of & Juliet, selected by Musical Theatre International for a unique pilot. The performance gives students a chance to help tailor the musical for their audience. GazetteXtra
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.
~ Theodore Roosevelt
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