Janesville Gazette editor Sid Schwartz announces retirement
Rock County is losing one of its most respected leaders in local journalism. Adams Publishing Group regional editor Sid Schwartz announced his retirement Thursday. Schwartz was the long-time editor of the Janesville Gazette and expanded his role
DHS urges caution amid COVID-19 variants, increase in cases
A note of caution, regarding coronavirus cases in Wisconsin. Deputy Health Services Secretary Julie Willems Van Dijk said virus variants are being detected in Wisconsin, as case counts increase in neighboring states. “We are watching the number
Beloit man sentenced to prison for stalking, drug charges
A Beloit man will spend four years in prison after pleading guilty stalking and drug charges. Rock County Judge Karl Hanson sentenced 42-year-old Dante McAlister Thursday to four additional years of extended supervision after his prison sentence.
Hedberg Public Library participates in NEA Big Read Project
Hedberg Public Library in Janesville is participating in UW-Whitewater Young Auditorium’s 2021 Big Read Project. Managed by Arts Midwest, the Big Read initiative offers grants to support innovative community reading programs designed around a single book. This
UW names Gary Brown new running backs coach
The Wisconsin football program has named Gary Brown its new running backs coach, replacing John Settle, who left for Kentucky earlier this month. Brown held the same position with the Dallas Cowboys from 2013-19 before taking last
Rock County sees slight uptick in daily new cases of COVID-19
Rock County’s COVID-19 numbers appear to be headed in the wrong direction. Rock County Public Health Department Epidemiologist Zick Zupan provided an update to members of the media Thursday morning. Rock County is now averaging about 14.3
New at Noon – Mo Pitney “Local Honey”
Mo Pitney received a standing ovation the very first time he performed on the iconic Grand Ole Opry stage. Named an “Artist To Watch” by Rolling Stone and Billboard, the Illinois-native leans on the influences of traditional
Lewis returning to Packers for 16th season
Marcedes Lewis drew continual praise from Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and now the veteran tight end is returning for another season in Green Bay. The Packers are re-signing the soon-to-be 37-year old, who is known more for