Thursday, September 4th, 2025
Good morning, Janesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ ECHO purchased the historic Jeffris Flats apartment building from the YWCA in downtown Janesville—financed by federal housing dollars from the city. GazetteXtra
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection warns seniors about imposter scams that use artificial intelligence to mimic a loved one’s voice and ask for urgent funds. The agency advises grandparents to hang up and confirm money requests by calling family—steps to protect their savings. WKOW
- ➤ Today, the Wisconsin DNR is urging hunters to explore over 6 million acres of public hunting lands and another 28,000 acres of Voluntary Public Access lands using its online mapping tools—hunters are advised to check property boundaries, scout multiple spots, and follow TAB-K safety rules to have a secure hunt this season. WKOW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Janesville UAW Local 95 health care workers on strike since early July will rally at the state Capitol amid a labor dispute with Mercyhealth & demand better working conditions. GazetteXtra
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Milwaukee Brewers will honor Madison-area World War II veterans at a home game against the Phillies with a pregame ceremony at 3:10 p.m.—more than 30 veterans, including several from Janesville, will be recognized for their service. WKOW
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Honey Fingers Live Performance
3-9 p.m. — Barkley's Burgers Brews & Dawgs — Free entry — Enjoy live music on the patio while tasting delicious food and drinks.
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Senior Speaker Series: Fall Prevention
9:30-11:15 a.m. — Rotary Botanical Gardens — Suggested $5 donation — Learn effective fall prevention strategies to maintain independence and safety for seniors.
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Art in Bloom
12-5 p.m. — Janesville Woman's Club Association — Free entry — Experience local florists' interpretations of fine art in a unique afternoon setting.
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Sounds of Summer: Live Outdoor Music
1-3 p.m. — Rotary Botanical Gardens — Free for members, general admission for non-members — Experience the harmony of classical and acoustic music in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux Automation with Ansible Training
Mon, Sep 15 – Thu, Sep 18 — Blackhawk Technical College — $2735 — Enhance your skills in automating processes with Ansible for Linux systems administration.
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Technology Help Office Hours
10:00 – 10:45 AM — Hedberg Public Library — Registration required — Get assistance with your tech problems or learn something new in a focused session.
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Pauley at Best of Janesville Vintage Mall
10 AM – 4 PM — Best of Janesville Vintage Mall — Free entry — Enjoy vintage shopping and live acoustic hits from the 50’s by an award-winning artist.
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House of Mercy Charity Ball
5-11 p.m. — Glen Erin Golf Club — Ticketed event — An elegant evening of dining, dancing, and heartfelt stories supporting local families in need.
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