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Janesville
Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
Good morning, Janesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The nonprofit behind the Children's Museum of Rock County said Tuesday that construction in downtown Janesville will begin next month — marking the start of the museum project. GazetteXtra
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Randy Bryce—an Army veteran and cancer survivor—announced his bid to challenge Rep. Bryan Steil for Wisconsin's 1st Congressional District on Tuesday. He said he would work to bring jobs, better health care and a living wage to local families. WKOW
- ➤ Gun safety advocates gathered at the Capitol on Tuesday to push for universal background checks aimed at reducing gun violence — they said that 28 states, including Wisconsin, lack such measures. Sean Holihan of Giffords argued that these reforms could help prevent dangerous individuals from accessing guns. WKOW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Red Road House will stay open after founder Billy Bob Grahn died—its programs for recovery from alcoholism and addiction will continue to help residents. GazetteXtra
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Tuesday Fun: Novel Motion Circus
2-3 p.m. — Hedberg Public Library — No registration required — Experience thrilling circus acts like juggling and slack line with possible audience participation.
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Art in the Garden: Artistic Experimentation
1-3 p.m. — Rotary Botanical Gardens — $35 for members; $40 for non-members — Explore creativity through drawing and painting in a beautiful garden setting.
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~ Beverly Sills
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