Good morning, Janesville.

Rotary Botanical Gardens was recognized—receiving the 2025 Historic Preservation Excellence Award from the Wisconsin Association of Historic Preservation Commissions—for its efforts in preserving historic features.

The honor highlights the garden’s ongoing contribution to our community's cultural heritage.

On Thursday, May 15, severe storms hit southern Wisconsin and produced hail that some photos show reached one inch or larger—viewers sent their images to the newsroom to document the event.

A public hearing will be held Monday night at the plan commission meeting to review a proposed five-story, 67-unit apartment complex at 214 E.

Wall St.—the proposal has drawn mixed community response.

Janesville's Plan Commission will hold a public hearing Monday night to discuss a proposed five-story, 67-unit apartment complex at 214 E.

Wall St.

2025 WPP Spring Golf Outing

1-7 p.m. — Glen Erin Golf Club — Foursome or individual registration — Tee up, connect, and compete in a fun 9-hole scramble and enjoy networking over appetizers and refreshments.

Janesville and Beloit Coffee Hour

8-9 a.m. — Bessie's Diner — Free entry — Connect with local Rising Professionals in a networking coffee hour to expand your professional relationships.

Rock County Spring Splash Fundraiser

5-7:30 p.m. — The Barn On Prairie — Proceeds matched up to $50,000 — Enjoy a fun community gathering with food, a dunk tank, and live auction items.

Bill Squire Stand-Up Comedy Show

8 PM - 2 AM — Comedy Cabin — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Bill Squire in a cozy cabin setting.

Music at the Marv: The BriTins

6:30-8 p.m. — Marvin Roth Community Pavilion — Free entry — Experience the magic of The BriTins as they relive the sounds of the Beatles in authentic style.

Object Oriented Analysis and Design Using UML Training

Multiple time slots — Blackhawk Technical College — $2090 — Enhance your software development skills with expert-led UML training.

7th Annual Fly-In or Drive-In Pancake Breakfast

7 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Bessie's Diner — $20 adults, $15 children — Celebrate Father’s Day weekend with an all-you-can-eat breakfast and family-friendly activities next to the runway.