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Janesville
Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Janesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Members of the Janesville Patriotic Society placed American flags on veterans' graves at Milton Lawns Wednesday morning as part of Memorial Day observances—braving rainy and chilly conditions. GazetteXtra
- ➤ The Rock County Sheriff's Office will host a free Cops — Bobbers fishing event on June 17 at Floating Toy, 723 East Ellendale Rd in Edgerton for children aged 7—12. Registration is open with check-in beginning at 9:45 a.m., and participants will receive fishing gear, life jackets, lunch and a t-shirt while 20 spots are available on a first come, first served basis. WKOW
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Wisconsin Bedding Company, a fourth-generation mattress maker, is watching tariffs on Chinese imports that have raised costs on many household goods and may soon affect its pricing and inventory. The family business makes most of its products locally+ it remains optimistic as it works with suppliers to manage supply delays and rising costs. WKOW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 30-year-old man was arrested in connection with a hit-and-run near Pine Tree Plaza at 2900 Deerfield Drive in Janesville on May 12—police say one person was seriously injured. GazetteXtra
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Janesville native Don Doering, a Vietnam veteran, built a unique van as a tribute to fallen soldiers (dubbed the Battle Wagon) and said his own service and sacrifices were minor. GazetteXtra
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Hedberg Public Library in Janesville & Rock Valley Community Programs have joined to expand the Hedberg@Home service that brings library materials directly to local residents. GazetteXtra
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
It is better to travel well than to arrive.
~ Buddha
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