Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
Good morning, Janesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Milton school district is now accepting nominations for its 2026 Wall of Honor — nominations will be taken until Jan 31 — and local community members can submit names to honor outstanding individuals. GazetteXtra
- ➤ Janesville teachers rallied on Monday evening calling for raises that would let them earn a living wage amid rising health insurance costs and a 2.15% pay increase they say is not enough. The board voted to impose the 2025-26 contract without public discussion (teachers mentioned that many work extra jobs and remain open to community input). WKOW
- ➤ The School District of Janesville recorded a significant drop in student enrollment this fall compared to 2024. GazetteXtra
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Janesville Fire Department member named Autenrieth was named District 44 First Responder of the Year at a ceremony held Tuesday at the state capitol in Madison. The award highlighted his deep dedication to public service. GazetteXtra
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association will reveal the 2025 11-player football qualifying fields and pairings during a one-hour live program on Saturday, Oct 18 at 10 a.m. on Catchy Comedy—hosts Nick Tabbert, Keegan Hewitt, and guest Travis Wilson will discuss seven divisions of 11-player teams and an 8-player bracket before the state finals at Camp Randall Stadium on Nov 20-21. WKOW
- ➤ The Edgerton Crimson Tide girls golf team ended a nearly perfect season with a state runner-up finish on Oct 14 — after winning conference, regional and sectional titles — at the state tournament. WKOW
- ➤ Yesterday at University Ridge Golf Course, Brookfield East's Peyton Haugen set a record with a 12-under par 132 while Divine Savior Holy Angels won the Division 1 team title and DeForest earned a third-place finish—adding to their best-ever state showing. In Division 2, Edgerton finished second with two freshmen in the scoring lineup and a near perfect season. WKOW
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Janesville Jets vs. Wisconsin Windigo
7:05-9:00 p.m. — Janesville Ice Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling hockey action as the Jets host the Windigo in a local showdown.
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Yoga & Brews at Bodacious
9-10 a.m. — The Bodacious Brew (Bodacious Shops) — $23 — Start your Saturday with a refreshing flow of yoga complemented by a delightful Bodacious brew.
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Campfire Ghost Tales
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Palmer Park — Free entry — Gather around the fire for spine-chilling stories suitable for all ages, with treats and options for lighter listeners.
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Downtown Janesville Zombie Run
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Town Square Pavilion — Check website for registration fee — A spooky and fun run event in Downtown Janesville.
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Technology Help Office Hours
10 AM – 12 PM — Hedberg Public Library — Registration recommended — Get personalized tech support for your devices or learn something new with priority for new users.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
In life, you need either inspiration or desperation.
~ Tony Robbins
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