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Jack’s Curbside Coffee opening soon in downtown Janesville
Pretty soon you will be able to have a cup of Joe delivered right to your vehicle at a new coffee shop opening in the next few weeks in downtown Janesville. Owner Michael Lindaas says Jack’s Curbside Coffee at 27 East Racine Street has an app to make ordering easy.
The political tide turns in Wisconsin
The big news out of Wisconsin’s primary Tuesday was the defeat of two ballot measures crafted by Republican legislators that would have hamstrung the governor’s ability to hand out federal emergency aid. Farmers, small business owners and child care providers who were rescued from bankruptcy by millions of dollars in federal relief funds distributed by […]
Dirty Dash set for Saturday at Big Hill Park in Beloit
BELOIT — Kids will be climbing over mud mountains, wading through dirty ditches and splashing through swampy puddles during the Dirty Dash set for Saturday. This weekend marks the 9th Dirty Dash at Big Hill Park at 1201 Big Hill Road. The dash was not held in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but it has been a family fun tradition each year in Beloit. The Dirty Dash is open...
City of Janesville looks to apply for $20 million grant from EPA
A $20 million grant from the Environmental Protection Agency could go a long way toward redeveloping the JATCO site adjacent to the former GM property in Janesville. Economic Development Director Jimsi Kuborn says the City aims to apply for a $20 million Environmental Justice Community Change grant from the EPA.
Everything Oregon TE coach Drew Mehringer said following fall camp practice No. 13
Mehringer discussed Kenyon Sadiq's improvements, the depth at the position, Patrick Herbert's importance, and more. Below is a complete transcript of Mehringer's press conference with quotes and questions. Sign up for the FREE DuckTerritory.com newsletter and get all your Oregon news sent directly to your e-mail inbox daily. If you're...
Car Show and Lawnmower races return to Stan-O-Gene Park
The Neshkoro Lion’s Club is excited to announce a day of fun-filled events on Saturday, Aug. 24 (the weekend before Labor Day) at Neshkoro Lions Arena & Pavilion behind Stan-O-Gene Pines Park. The day kicks off with a spectacular car show starting at 9 a.m. Car enthusiasts and the general public is invited to join us for this event.
Residents from Driftless Area express concerns over proposed wind farm
BELMONT, Wis. (WMTV) - Dozens of residents from Lafayette, Grant, Iowa and Dane counties gathered Thursday to discuss a proposed wind farm that would span across Southwest Wisconsin. Several people across the Driftless Area say they are opposed to ‘Uplands Wind,’ a wind farm project that could lead to the...
Vote | Madison Old Fashioned Week returns Aug. 16-23
When you order an Old Fashioned at a bar in Wisconsin, you'd better be prepared to answer a whole slew of follow-up questions. Sweet or sour? Bourbon or brandy?. You might have your answers ready, or you might elicit some judgmental looks from your fellow patrons by asking for a "true" Old Fashioned (bourbon, bitters and little else).
Aerial enforcement planned Friday for Madison Beltline
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Wisconsin State Patrol will have eyes in the skies Friday as it monitors the Madison Beltline. Pilots will surveil the Madison Beltline and report any violations they see to law enforcement on the ground, State Patrol said. Wisconsin State Patrol Superintendent Timothy Carnahan explained the enforcement...
Six Flags Great America announces new record-breaking dive coaster
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Get ready for a new thrill at Six Flags Great America! The park announced on Thursday that it plans to debut the world’s steepest drop with most inversions on a dive coaster. At 180-feet-tall, Wrath of Rakshasa promises exhilaration as it stops at cliffhanger hold...
Big Ten Network to feature Wisconsin football on Saturday
Big Ten Network will run a feature from Wisconsin football training camp on Saturday, Aug 17. at 5:00 p.m. CT. The outlet will air one hour of content deriving from the Badgers’ training camp this summer to provide fans a glimpse into the team before the 2024 season commences.
Former Wisconsin Badgers safety to debut as head coach for LA Rams on Saturday
The Los Angeles Rams will face the Los Angeles Chargers on Saturday in their second preseason game of the year. News emerged this week that former Wisconsin Badgers safety Aubrey Pleasant will operate as the Rams’ head coach for the contest. Head coach Sean McVay announced on Thursday that Pleasant, the team’s assistant head coach, will handle the role on game day. McVay plans to take a step back and even spend time in the broadcast booth. Pleasant has spent a handful of years with the organization in two separate stints, serving as the team’s cornerbacks coach from 2017-2020 before returning last...
New collection shows unique history of the upper Mississippi River’s ‘Driftless region’
A new collection of historic documents highlights the unique history of the “Driftless region,” an area that encompasses southwestern Wisconsin, southeastern Minnesota, northeastern Iowa, and a tiny sliver of northwestern Illinois. This beautiful hilly area is geologically unique, as it was untouched by glaciers that descended from Canada tens of thousands of years ago.
Dodge Co. Fair celebrates over 170 years of livestock, rides and fair food
BEAVER DAM, Wis. (WMTV) - The Dodge Co. Fair is celebrating over 170 years in the area, providing families a true fair experience. County fair activities like a tractor pull, livestock showings, food vendors and live music will take place Wednesday, Aug. 14 through Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024. The 2024...
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