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Green County Education: 4,409 white students were enrolled in districts in 2022-23 school year

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jan 25, 2024

There were 4,409 white students enrolled in Green County districts in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

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Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 67.5% of Rock County's student body in 2022-23 school year

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jan 24, 2024

In Rock County districts, 67.5% of students enrolled identified as white in the 2022-23 school year.

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Day Trip with the Janesville Senior Center Planned for April 10

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jan 24, 2024

The Janesville Senior Center has announced an exciting day trip planned for Wednesday, April 10. Participants will have the opportunity to enjoy a visit to the Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse and Bally’s Casino.The Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse, located in the Quad Cities, offers a unique and immersive dining and entertainment experience. With a rich history dating back to 1921, this venue combines delicious dinners, a performing waitstaff, and professional productions to create an unforgettable evening. According to the Janesville Senior Center, the group will depart from the...

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Janesville Ice Arena Announces February Public Skate Opportunities

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jan 24, 2024

The Janesville Ice Arena is excited to announce that it will be hosting public skate sessions throughout the month of February. People of all ages are invited to come and enjoy the ice at the arena located at 821 Beloit Ave. This is a great opportunity for families, friends, and individuals to have fun and get some exercise on the ice. The arena offers a spacious and well-maintained ice rink, providing the perfect setting for a memorable skating experience.Admission for the public skate sessions is $7 per person, with skate rentals available for an additional $3. This...

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Janesville Senior Center to Host Luncheon and Concert Open to the Public

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jan 24, 2024

The Janesville Senior Center is inviting the public to join them for a special Valentine's Day event. On February 14th, attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy a delicious lunch followed by a concert featuring local country singer, Nathan Crawford.Nathan Crawford, a Janesville native, has an impressive musical background. After graduating from the Musicians Technical Institute in Minneapolis, Minnesota, he went on to become the lead singer for a popular country cover band. Later, he formed his own band called Eagle River, which enjoyed a successful 15-year run. In...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Green County in week ending Jan. 20?

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jan 23, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Green County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Janesville City Council Awards Woodman's Sports and Convention Center Contract

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jan 23, 2024

The Janesville City Council has made significant progress in the development of the Woodman's Sports and Convention Center (WSCC). During their recent meeting on January 22, the Council addressed various matters related to the construction of the facility.One of the key decisions made by the City Council was the acceptance of a grant agreement between the State of Wisconsin Department of Administration and the City of Janesville. This agreement will provide $15 million in funding for the construction of the WSCC. The vote on this agreement resulted in a 5-2 majority in...

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Winter Weather Emergency Declared in Janesville

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jan 23, 2024

The City of Janesville has declared a winter weather emergency beginning at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. This declaration requires all parked vehicles to be removed from City streets until snow and ice control operations are complete. The decision was made due to the accumulation of snow and ice on residential streets, which have become hardpacked and are now breaking up with the warmer temperatures."With the prior snow and ice accumulation and period of deep freeze, residential streets in the City have hardpacked snow and ice which are breaking up with the warmer...

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Janesville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization to Hold Public Meetings

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jan 23, 2024

The Janesville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (JAMPO) has announced that it will be holding two important public meetings in the coming weeks. The meetings, which will be conducted in a hybrid format, will provide an opportunity for community members to participate and contribute to the planning and development of the city.The first meeting, scheduled for February 5 at 1:30 p.m., will be the JAMPO Technical Advisory Committee meeting. This committee will review and act on amendments to the Janesville Area MPO 2024-2029 Transportation Improvement Program. It is...

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Janesville and Rock County are Priority Locations to Receive a Federal Grant for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

By Southern Wisconsin Times Report | Jan 23, 2024

The State of Wisconsin has received approval from the U.S. Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to create a network of electric vehicle charging stations across Wisconsin.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Green County in week ending Jan. 20?

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jan 22, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Green County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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How many companies in cities across Rock County received FDA citations in Q4 2023?

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jan 22, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Rock County that received an FDA citation as a result of one inspection conducted in the county over the fourth quarter of 2023, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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City Seeking RFPs for Riverside Park Pickleball Courts

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jan 22, 2024

The City of Janesville is inviting qualified contractors to submit proposals for the construction of pickleball courts at Riverside Park. The project will involve the installation of six (6) lighted courts with fencing. The purpose of this initiative is to enhance recreational opportunities for residents and promote an active lifestyle.In order to proceed with this project, the City is seeking Request for Proposals (RFPs) from contractors who can provide professional services for the development of the pickleball courts. This includes preparing and submitting...

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City of Janesville Issues Over 600 Parking Citations During Winter Weather Emergency

By Southern Wisconsin Times Report | Jan 22, 2024

When a winter weather emergency is declared, all vehicles must be removed from City streets until snow and ice control operations are complete.

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City Thanks Kenneth Pizzurro for Over 20 Years of Service

By Southern Wisconsin Times Report | Jan 22, 2024

On Sunday, January 14, 2024, Kenneth Pizzurro retired after over 20 years of service to the Janesville Fire Department (JFD) and the City of Janesville.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Green County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Jan. 20

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jan 21, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Green County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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How many companies in cities across Green County received FDA citations in Q4 2023?

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jan 21, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Green County that received an FDA citation as a result of one inspection conducted in the county over the fourth quarter of 2023, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Which former Southern Wisconsin Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 22?

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jan 20, 2024

These former Southern Wisconsin Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 22.

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Southern Wisconsin Times area weekly mass times

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jan 20, 2024

The following parishes in the Southern Wisconsin Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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There were 3 Pacific Islander students enrolled in Green County districts in 2022-23 school year

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jan 20, 2024

In Green County districts, 0.1% of students enrolled identified as Pacific Islander in the 2022-23 school year.