Tuesday, September 9th, 2025
Good morning, Janesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Three Janesville buildings appear in the book '30 Haunted Nights in Wisconsin'—which shares ghostly accounts from authors Mitch Goth and Brandon Rugzie—linking local legends to community history. GazetteXtra
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Janesville City Council approved City Manager Kevin Lahner's recommended appointments to a redevelopment advisory board for the GM/JATCO property (on the southside) Monday night to guide future redevelopment plans. GazetteXtra
- ➤ Energy companies Alliant Energy, MGE, and Xcel Energy plan a 10% rate hike in 2026 and 2027 to fund new solar projects and grid expansions while inviting customers to share their feedback. The Public Service Commission will hold sessions today—starting with an Alliant meeting—to review the proposals and any adjustments made by negotiators. WKOW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Wood County Health officials confirmed the first human case of West Nile virus this year and urged residents to protect themselves from mosquitoes with insect repellent, long sleeves (and removing standing water). Officials warn that while most people have mild symptoms, some may become seriously ill. WKOW
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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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