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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Green County in week ending July 6?

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jul 13, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Green County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 6, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest E15 gas in cities across Green County in week ending July 6

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jul 12, 2024

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Green County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 6, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

2 gas stations in cities throughout Green County had the cheapest diesel in week ending July 6

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jul 12, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Green County was found at two gas stations in the week ending July 6, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Rock County in week ending July 6

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jul 12, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Rock County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 6, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Rock County in week ending July 6?

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jul 12, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Rock County was found at two gas stations in the week ending July 6, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Rock County's women's football teams did not receive any funding in 2023

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jul 12, 2024

Women's football teams from Rock County received no funding during the 2023 season, unchanged from the previous year.

City of Janesville announces curb and gutter repair schedule

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jul 12, 2024

The City of Janesville will conduct intermittent curb and gutter replacement on several streets from July 17 to August 31, 2024. The work will proceed in the following approximate order:

Janesville Water Utility announces first rate hike since 2019

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jul 12, 2024

For the first time since 2019, the Janesville Water Utility's general service rates will increase by 4.1 percent, as will the Public Fire Protection and Main Replacement (if applicable).

Janesville announces weekly storm debris collection after EF-2 tornado

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jul 12, 2024

On the evening of Saturday, June 22, an EF-2 tornado touched down on the south side of the City of Janesville. With peak wind gusts of 115 miles per hour, this weather event caused considerable damage to structures and infrastructure in the impacted areas.

Janesville acquires riverfront land to expand public greenspace

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jul 12, 2024

As part of the Janesville Park and Open Space Plan, the City of Janesville has acquired riverfront property at 533 North Main Street. The city plans to utilize the 1.7-acre site to provide river access and extend the Riverwalk corridor between Traxler Park and downtown. The purchase will expand public greenspace and ensure that the Rock River remains accessible for community enjoyment.

Janesville Police Department announces National Night Out on August 6

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jul 12, 2024

The Janesville Police Department (JPD) is set to host its annual National Night Out event at Traxler Park, located at 600 N. Main St., on August 6, 2024. This free community event will take place from 5 to 8 p.m.

Rock County's men's football teams receive $356,717 in 2023

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jul 12, 2024

Men's football teams from Rock County received $356,717 during the 2023 season, up 2.2% from the previous year.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Green County in week ending July 6?

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jul 12, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Green County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 6, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Paw Print Park reopens after June tornado damage

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jul 10, 2024

The City of Janesville's fenced-in dog park, Paw Print Park, has reopened to the public following damage from a tornado on June 22. Located at 2701 South Oakhill Avenue, the facility is a fee-based dog park within Prairie Knoll Park on Janesville's south side.

Multicultural storytime returns to Palmer Park wading pool

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jul 10, 2024

The City of Janesville Recreation Division, Hedberg Public Library (HPL), and UW-Madison Division of Extension Rock County are collaborating to bring back the Better Together: Multicultural Storytime at the Palmer Park Wading Pool, located at 2400 Palmer Dr.

City of Janesville hosts free movie night featuring Trolls: Band Together

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jul 10, 2024

The City of Janesville Recreation Division invites the community to Optimist Park (4201 Ruger Ave.) for another edition of Movies in the Park. On Friday, July 19, the free program will screen the animated movie Trolls: Band Together at dusk, approximately 8:30 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own blankets or lawn chairs. Pre-movie barrel rides will be available in the park starting at 7 p.m., and concessions will be available for purchase.

Steil issues statement on passage of SAVE Act

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jul 10, 2024

WASHINGTON (July 10, 2024) - Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) released a statement following the passage of the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act (H.R. 8281).

From The Sconi

Blackhawk Technical College listed among most affordable Wisconsin institutions for in-state students in 2023

By The Sconi | 4 months ago

College costs for in-state students at Blackhawk Technical College, in Janesville, were $4,170 in 2023, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Rock County in week ending July 6?

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jul 9, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Rock County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 6, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Janesville releases annual financial report summarizing city's finances

By Southern Wisconsin Times | Jul 9, 2024

The City of Janesville has released its Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) for 2023. This 19-page document summarizes financial information from the 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, presenting it in a format designed to be accessible and understandable to the public and other interested parties without a background in public finance.