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

Website Updated for the Ruger Avenue Reconstruction Project

The City of Janesville, in collaboration with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), recently held a Community Engagement Forum to discuss the reconstruction project of Ruger Avenue. In order to ensure that citizens are well-informed about the project, the City has launched a new website that provides detailed information about the plans and progress of the project.During the Community Engagement Forum, various stakeholders and community members had the opportunity to share their thoughts and concerns regarding the Ruger Avenue reconstruction project. The...

City of Janesville Announces 2023 Employees of the Year

The City of Janesville has recognized its outstanding employees for their exceptional work and contributions to the community in 2023. The announcement was made at the annual Employee Holiday Party and Recognition Banquet held at the Janesville Elks Lodge on Friday, January 19.The awards, which are peer-selected, honor individuals who have demonstrated outstanding job performance, productivity, exceptional service, and civic participation. The City congratulates the following employees for their remarkable achievements:Julie Parker, Administrative Assistant, has been...

Median age of Green County residents is 43

Green County residents have a median age of 43-years-old as of 2021, according to US Census Data.

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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.

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

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

Day Trip with the Janesville Senior Center Planned for April 10

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...

Janesville Ice Arena Announces February Public Skate Opportunities

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...

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

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...

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

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.

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

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...

Winter Weather Emergency Declared in Janesville

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...

Janesville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization to Hold Public Meetings