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Ho-Chunk Nation secures rezoning for new Beloit casino
The city of Beloit granted rezoning for a new Ho-Chunk casino, paving the way for a 600,000-square-foot gaming complex that has been in planning for more than 20 years, according to a report. The Beloit City Council on Monday voted unanimously to rezone four addresses from an industrial district to...
Multiple KFC locations in Wisconsin to close, over 80 people to be laid off
(WFRV) – Multiple KFC locations in southern Wisconsin are reportedly closing and are expected to lay out just over 80 employees. According to a letter sent to the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD), EYM Chicken of Wisconsin, LLC will be permanently ceasing operations in Wisconsin. This is reportedly due to the ‘unforeseen business circumstance’ and not being able to reach a resolution with KFC.
Miss Andrea's Dance Factory tapping into 33 years of teaching and developing new skills
Owner Andrea Abbott is opening doors to her 33 season of teaching dance in a fun and gentle manner. Miss Andrea’s Dance Factory is welcoming new members into the tribe with an open house on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Aspiring dancers are invited to sign up for a class and will have a chance to shop for a new outfit and shoes.
Rock County artists guide young girls in pollinator-themed workshop at Story Gardens
MILTON — In a vibrant fusion of art and environmentalism, Amy Lord, outreach and education manager at the Ice Age Trail Alliance, has brought together creativity and conservation in a unique workshop at the Milton Public Library. Organized as part of Trailtessa — an initiative defined as “a woman or girl who gets out on the Ice Age National Scenic Trail to experience adventure, freedom and a new way to be” — the free event paired young girls with local artists to celebrate and support...
NLI to Host Public Opening at New Nature Reserve
Rockford, IL – The Natural Land Institute (NLI) invites the public to attend a public opening event at their William & Gayle Keefer Nature Reserve in Rockton, IL on Thursday, September 26th. The open house will be from 4-6:30 p.m. with event parking and check-in at Woodlands Park, located...
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