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Janesville
Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
Good morning, Janesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Jason Nichols suffered severe injuries to both of his legs when a boat propeller struck him on Lake Koshkonong Saturday night and is now in the hospital. His family set up a GoFundMe (to help cover his upcoming medical procedures) and noted his recovery will be long (with extensive treatments needed). WKOW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The court set a $15 million bond for Andrea Whitaker (from Madison) who is charged with plotting to poison her boyfriend's former love interest in Rock County; she also faces a $4 million bond in Dane County with her arraignment scheduled for today. WKOW
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Wisconsin DNR urged property owners today to inspect their trees for signs of spongy moth damage. Officials noted that the outbreak — which persisted from 2020 to 2024 — has collapsed and advised continued vigilance to protect local trees. WKOW
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Music at the Marv: TUGG Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — Marvin Roth Community Pavilion — Free entry — Experience the lively beats of TUGG, known for blending tropical grooves and reggae rhythms.
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What's in Bloom Garden Tour
10-11 a.m. — Rotary Botanical Gardens — Free for members, $10 for non-members — Explore the vibrant blooms and gain horticultural insights from the expert guide Michael Jesiolowski.
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Janesville Kids Triathlon
10:30 PM — 2801 Rockport Rd, Janesville, WI — Registration required — Kids ages 7-12 swim, bike, and run in this annual triathlon.
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