Wednesday, September 18th, 2024
Good morning, Janesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Janesville, stakeholders including business owners, police, and service organizations convened to strategize on managing downtown homelessness effectively. GazetteXtra
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lawrence Leroy Parker, Jr. was sentenced to four years in prison for hiding the body of Judy Sprigler after a drug-related death in Beloit, Wisconsin. WKOW
- ➤ A man convicted of sexual assault in 2017 is being relocated to Janesville. GazetteXtra
- ➤ Jacob L. West, a 30-year-old inmate from Beloit, was found dead at Rock County Jail, with cause of death pending further testing as investigations continue. WKOW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The gravesite of Gerald 'Dad' Braisher, the designer of the Green Bay Packers' 'G' logo and team equipment manager, was rededicated in Janesville. GazetteXtra
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Rod Tuffcurls & the Bench Press Live Performance
Experience an exciting live performance by Rod Tuffcurls & the Bench Press at the Rock County Historical Society in Janesville.
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Janesville Jets vs. Fairbanks Ice Dogs
Experience an exciting junior ice hockey matchup as the Janesville Jets take on the Fairbanks Ice Dogs at the Janesville Ice Arena.
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Janesville Farmers Market - Harvest Day
Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Janesville Farmers Market featuring local produce, artisanal goods, and community engagement.
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Educational Owl Encounter
Learn about various owl species, including the largest North American owl, during a captivating 45-minute education program at Rotary Botanical Gardens.
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Narcotics Anonymous Open Meeting
Attend a supportive open meeting focused on drug addiction recovery through literature study.
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Books and Brews Trivia Night
Experience a fun-filled trivia night with three rounds of puzzles and games at Rock County Brewing Company, where participation is casual with no registration or teams required.
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Soccer Practice Session
Experience a dedicated soccer practice designed for skill development and teamwork at Edison Middle School.
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Fall Jefferson Car Show and Auto Swap Meet
Explore over 99 acres of classic cars, collectibles, and vendor spaces at this vibrant car show and swap meet.
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JWA Wrestling at Stock Pavilion
Experience an exciting day of wrestling competitions at the Stock Pavilion in Janesville.
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We Cope: A Stress Management Program
Learn evidence-based techniques to manage stress and promote positive emotions through the WeCOPE program.
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