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Rich Tippelt, Town of Beloit Deputy Fire Chief, stands in front of a rescue trailer at Fire Station 2. The station, at 1143 Inman Parkway, is planned to be demolished and a new Fire Station 2 is to be built thanks to a grant the township has received.
Town of Beloit fire station to be rebuilt by 2024
TOWN OF BELOIT—The demolition and reconstruction of the Town of Beloit Fire Station 2 is expected to be complete by the fall of 2024, according to township officials.
“We are currently planning for the old Fire Station 2 to be demolished in September 2023 with the new station substantially completed in September 2024,” said Tim Wellnitz, Town of Beloit Administrator.
Fire Station 2 is at 1143 Inman Parkway the new station will be rebuilt at the same address.
Kathy Blumenfeld, Secretary-designee of the Wisconsin Department of Administration, was scheduled to hold a press event this morning at the site of Fire Station 2.
In May, Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers announced that the Town of Beloit will receive a $7,675,000 grant from the Neighborhood Investment Fund.
Blumenfeld was scheduled to present a check for the $7,675,000 to the Town of Beloit in person, followed by a tour of the old fire station.
The next step for the project is to establish what the new fire station might look like.
“Town administration are currently working with the project architect to finalize the station layout,” Wellnitz said, “Town administration will continue to provide periodic updates at Town Board meetings.”
The most recent Town of Beloit Board of Supervisors meeting took place on Monday when an update was given on the fire station project, and a timeline was outlined for the project.
The town originally applied for the grant in November and the grant application was approved in May.
The Neighborhood Investment Fund allocated $650 million to invest in community building and recovery statewide. The Wisconsin Department of Administration administered the grant program which was announced in August of 2021.
The funds will go towards the fire station project solely, according to Wellnitz.
Fire Station 2 was built in 1974 and has become outdated, Wellnitz explained.
It is currently being used as a storage facility for the township and as the office for the Town Community Development Director/Building Inspector and Code Enforcement Officer, according to Wellnitz.
Fire Station 1, at 2445 South Afton Road, is currently where the fire department is operating.
The building on Afton Road is not only headquarters for the fire department, but also is where Town of Beloit Board of Supervisors meetings are held.
The goal for the township is to have both fire stations open and operational to allow the department to be able to reach more properties in the township in a quicker and more efficient manner.
Autorama was held Sunday in Preservation Park, featuring hundreds of classic cars, trucks, street rods and more.
Town of Beloit solar project begins construction
Wisconsin Department Of Administration
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Quarterback Peyton Bingham (background) and his linemen brothers, Bryce (left) and Peircen have kept Clinton on a roll.
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CLINTON— Clinton’s Peyton Bingham drifts back to pass and settles in the pocket, knowing his brothers are watching his back.
And why not? The signal-caller is a true dual threat, having rushed for 698 yards and 12 touchdowns, while completing 62 percent of his passes with three scores and, just as importantly, zero interceptions.
“I’ve always been a bigger kid,” Peircen said. “I’ve always had the tummy. When I was younger, it was really hard to see him get all the attention, because he was the cool kid. But as I’ve gotten older, I realize that I share in all of his success, and I’m just trying to make sure he’s as successful as he can be in his senior year, and hopefully we’ll all end up in the playoffs.”
Bingham split duties at the QB spot in his sophomore season before taking over the full-time role last year.
His ability to break tackles, along with an improved passing skillset has led to Bingham’s success.
While the 120-yard stretch of grass has become his own personal playground on Friday nights, Bingham’s success is owed to late nights and early mornings at Clinton Fitness, a cozy facility tucked in an office park just off I-43 on the edge of town.
“We pretty much had the entire team in there through the summer,” Bingham said. “And that really created a bond between the senior class and the junior class. That’s played a big role in us being successful.”
“I just want this team to continue to bond well,” Peyton said. “I want to avoid any bickering, keep working hard in practice, and keep studying film. If we can do that, good things will happen.”
The Bingham twins are also starters on the basketball team. With the Clinton football team off to an excellent start, and the boys cross country team excelling, Peyton is hoping a culture of winning is taking over for an athletic department that has had its share of struggles through the years.
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Tomas Dominguez, as Algernon Moncrieff, on the left, and Adam Drefs, as John Worthing, are shown during a recent rehearsal for Beloit Civic Theatre’s upcoming production of the musical Being Earnest.
Greg Roy, left, and Tomas Dominguez rehearse a scene for Beloit Civic Theatre’s upcoming production of Being Earnest. The musical is based on Oscar Wilde’s satirical comedy of manners, “The Importance of Being Earnest.”
Tomas Dominguez, as Algernon Moncrieff, on the left, and Adam Drefs, as John Worthing, prepare for Beloit Civic Theatre’s upcoming production of the musical Being Earnest which begins Sept. 24 at the Elizabeth Reinholz Theater at Beloit Memorial High School.
BELOIT—The Beloit Civic Theatre is kicking off its 90th season with a musical based on Oscar Wilde’s comedy, “The Importance of Being Earnest.”
The newer musical Being Earnest is based on the comedy and set in the mod-1960s era of peace and love and Austin Power’s styles.
The musical follows two young couples who face societal pressure and also deal with their overprotective mothers. Janet Palmer returns to direct a cast of mostly new actors including Tomas Dominguez, Elizabeth Brown, Matthew Tirtilli, and returning actors Adam Drefs and Sydney Winchester.
The music score includes rock groups from the ‘60s including Herman’s Hermits, the Rolling Stones, The Lovin’ Spoonful and more.
“It’s based on ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ by Oscar Wilde,” Palmer said. “It’s been around forever. They just turned it into a musical version and then instead of setting it in Victorian England it’s now set in London in the 1960s.”
The Beloit Civic Theatre is celebrating its 90th season this year. The theatre formed 90 years ago in 1932 as the “Beloit Little Theatre Guild.” The first season’s profits were donated to the Beloit Municipal Hospital for X-ray equipment in 1932. The director of the first ever show at the theatre was Mrs. Russell F. Wilson directing “The Whole Town’s Talking” in January 1934. The theatre group was renamed the Beloit Civic Theatre in 1948.
To celebrate its 75th season in 2007, the group did a revival of its very first show, “The Whole Town’s Talking.” Some of the first shows were performed in multiple locations including the old Scoville Hall on the Beloit College campus and Roosevelt and Lincoln junior high school auditoriums.
BCT moved to its current performing space at the Elizabeth Reinholz Theatre at the Beloit Memorial High School, in November 1951. During this year’s performances, the theater will have a free raffle and winners will receive a memento from the theater.
The production of Being Earnest has unfortunately been struggling with cases of COVID-19 which has resulted in one role being cast a total of four times.
“I’m not going to tell you who that is,” Palmer said, with a laugh, when asked what role was cast multiple times due to COVID cases. “We’re praying for health.”
Unfortunately, a cast member tested positive for COVID-19 on Sept. 18 and the production had to cancel the Sept. 22 and 23 shows due to this. They’re working on rescheduling these two shows.
The musical’s 1960s stage setting was built before auditions for the show even started. Around 15 people from the theatre group put it together on a Saturday in July. The backgrounds and blue butterfly with a peace sign middle sets the mood of a musical set in the ‘60s era.
All performances will be held at the Elizabeth Reinholz Theatre at 1225 Fourth St. in Beloit. More information on showtimes and tickets can be found at beloitcivictheatre.org.
Sept. 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 & Oct. 1 at 7:30 p.m.
Cast & Crew List
Algernon Moncrieff - Tomas Dominguez
John Worthing - Adam Drefs
Cecily Cardew - Elizabeth Brown
Gwendolyn Fairfax - Sydney Winchester
Lady Bracknell - Matthew Tiritilli
Miss Prism - Carol Roy
Lane/Dr. Chausable/Merriman - Greg Roy
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Director - Janet Palmer
Stage Manager - Doris Tropp
Music Director - Sara Johnson
Costumer - Elizabeth Armstrong, Mary Mowers
Lights/Sound - Peter Tropp
Backstage Crew - Les Blumreich
Set Design - Loren Sass
Country-rock numbers come to the latest Beloit Civic Theatre production
The Beloit Civic Theatre will present the country-rock show Pump Boys and Dinettes" starting April 28 for its 89th season.
Beloit Civic theatre to open 89th season
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Novie Woodkey, was able to get some hands-on experience in the construction field in 2019 when CCI hosted ther first Community Construction Zone event. Children could learn about different aspects construction career. The event will be returning on Oct. 1 in Beloit.
Provided by Heather Dobson
On Oct. 1, CCI and Hendricks CareerTek will be collaborating to host the second Community Construction Zone. Children will be able to get hands on experience in the field of construction. One of the activities includes building their own toolbox.
Child friendly construction event returns to Beloit
BELOIT—Families are invited to learn about construction and even build their own miniature structure on Oct. 1.
Corporate Contractors Inc. (CCI) is partnering with multiple local organizations to host the second Building the Future—Community Construction Zone event. This year the event is titled Dare to Dream and Building the Future- Community Construction Zone.
This free event will take place from 10 a.m.—2 p.m. and will be located at the parking lot off 4th street, near the Beloit Ironworks campus.
The kid’s construction zone will offer a plethora of activities and will have something for everyone to learn.
“Attendees can expect to learn about the many trades within the construction industry through fun hands-on activities like sitting in a bulldozer, on an asphalt paver, building a toolbox, building a simple circuit, learning about safety equipment, constructing a miniature structure, attaching roofing materials, and a photo booth,” said Heather Dobson, director of Business and Workforce Development.
There is no age requirement for this event and organizers are hoping to provide information that is useful for all ages.
The event does require all participants to fill out a waiver and present it at the entrance of the event. The waiver available in both English and Spanish can be found online at https://hubs.li/Q01lNfNf0
“CCI hosted the event for the first time in 2019,” Dobson recalled. “Due to COVID we did not host it again in 2020 or 2021.”
The project was able to return due to collaboration with local organizations.
“We are excited to partner with Hendricks CareerTek to bring the event back as a joint effort with their Dare to Dream event,” Dobson said. “Hendricks CareerTek’s Dare to Dream event was designed to inspire kids to pursue their dreams and explore opportunities, which matches with CCI’s mission for this event to create passion for the trades.”
CCI also will be collaborating with the Stateline Boys and Girls Club, LRS, Walbec Group, Total Mechanical, Area Erectors, Inc., The Morse Group, Batterman and Mid-States Concrete Industries, Dobson said.
“We hope that kids, teens and adults will walk away with an interest in the construction industry and be curious about the different trades available for them to build a career,” Dobson said. “Any age is encouraged to attend and enjoy a fun day of career exploration from 2 to 102 years old.”
Beloit's 'Today’s Dreamers, Tomorrow’s Leaders' event to teach girls about careers
The Today's Dreamers, Tomorrow's Leaders event for girls in grades 5 through 10 is returning after a two-year hiatus.
Economic growth focus of meeting
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The Greater Beloit Area Crime Stoppers is looking for Sancho F. Ellis, 37, who is wanted on warrants for recklessly endangering safety, fleeing and possession of a firearm by a felon.
Ellis is 6 feet, 2 inches tall, weighs 250 pounds and has brown eyes and black hair.
Anyone with information about Ellis’ whereabouts is asked to contact the Greater Beloit Area Crime Stoppers at 608-362-7463. Tips also can be submitted at www.p3tips.com.
Crime of the WeekThe Beloit Police Department is seeking the public’s help regarding a false report of a shooting incident.
On Sept. 18, at approximately 2 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 900 block of Keeler Avenue where it was reported that there was a gunshot victim and another victim being held at gunpoint. Once officers were able to secure the area, it was quickly determined that no crime had been committed and confirmed that this was a false “swatting” call incident.
“Swatting” is the act of making a prank phone call to authorities with the purpose of garnering a large number of armed law enforcement officers to a specific location where they believe a deadly crime is being committed. False reporting these types of situations can be dangerous for both law enforcement and the public and ties up resources by taking officers off the streets. In this situation, the Beloit Police Department was able to rely on past trainings and critical thinking to review and respond to this hoax and will continue to implement trainings regarding these types of incidents for the future.
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Gary Dencker, left, president of the Beloit Art Center Board, and Jerry Sveum, Art Center board member, pose with the Berk Service Award which was presented to the Beloit Art Center at the Annual Association of Wisconsin Artists Statewide Conference.
Beloit Art Center announces state award winners
BELOIT—State award winners from a Beloit Art Center exhibit have been announced.
Every year the Beloit Art Center participates with 24 other regional sponsors hosting juried art shows statewide in what is called the Wisconsin Regional Art Program (WRAP).
The program encourages nonprofessional, student, and emerging artists to create and exhibit their work across Wisconsin. It is for people who have a serious interest in art and create pieces for the love of art.
The Beloit Art Center’s regional show is held yearly in November. The November 2021 local award winners got to exhibit their work at the annual State Exhibit and were judged to win state level awards. This year’s State Exhibit & Conference was held at the Center of the Visual Arts in Wausau from July 8—Aug. 27.
State Award winning artists from the Beloit Art Center’s Regional Show are Tom Gage for Solitude and Anita Wildermuth for Adele. Student State Award winners include Amy Nagel (Beloit Turner) for Pretty and Plump, Theo Felger (Lincoln Academy) for Spectrum, Reid Stadelman (Beloit Memorial) for Ursa, and Taylor Veins (Beloit Turner) for Harry. Beloit Art Center was also honored to receive the Berk Service Award for the Center’s work with the WRAP and STAMP (Statewide Teen Art Mentoring Program) programs.
Once again, this November, the Beloit Art Center will be hosting the Wisconsin Regional Art Program exhibit/workshop for our area. The next show for Beloit WRAP is coming up quickly. Any local artists who want to participate can register online by visiting the Beloit Art Center website at www.beloitartcenter.com. The fee to enter is $30. The deadline to enter is Oct. 27. Entry is open now. Entrants should deliver their art to Beloit Art Center on Oct. 28 (10 a.m.—4 p.m.) or on Oct. 29 (10 a.m.—1 p.m.).
The opening reception for Beloit WRAP 2022 will be held from 5—7 p.m. on Nov. 4. The gallery is free and open to the public.
Beloit Art Center is at 520 E. Grand Ave. in downtown Beloit. Gallery hours are Monday 10 a.m.—2 p.m., Tuesday—Friday 10 a.m.—5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.—2 p.m. To get all the details visit www.beloitartcenter.com.
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Stateline area blood drives scheduled
Area residents will have the opportunity to donate blood in the coming weeks at local mobile blood drives presented by the Rock River Valley Blood Center.
A blood drive will be held from 1 - 4 p.m. Oct. 4 at the Homecare Pharmacy, 1006 Woodward Ave., Beloit.
Another blood drive will be held from 2 - 6 p.m. Oct. 4 at the Rockton American Legion, 221 W. Main St., Rockton.
Blood donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health on the day they give blood.
For more information, visit the Rock River Valley Blood Center website at www.rrvbc.org.
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Junior Gavin Pinnow of Brodhead/Juda races ahead of a group of runners during the Duck Pond Invite in Walworth on Thursday.
Senior Paige Valley of Parkview runs her first lap during the 2022 Duck Pond Invite in Walorth on Thursday. She finished 14th.
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BACK ON COURSE: Turner's Lydia Seifarth gaining strength after foot injury
WALWORTH, Wis.—Beloit Turner senior Lydia Seifarth admitted that she’s had a tough start to the cross country season.
A foot injury kept her out the first few weeks of the season, and the first two races she competed in this year weren’t up to par with her usual standards.
“It was really frustrating,” Seifarth said. “Especially because last year I accomplished a lot of things. I was a conference champ. My last two meets back were really difficult, and I wasn’t running the times I wanted.”
At Thursday’s 2022 Duck Pond Invite, hosted by Big Foot, Seifarth finally looked back to form. She finished in 10th place, the highest on the Trojans’ squad, with a time of 22:10.15.
“I’ve just been trying hard at practice,” Seifarth said. “I’m recovering well, and I was running in this race and I wasn’t getting as tired as I normally would. I felt very light on my feet.”
When Seifarth heard her coaches and teammates yelling that she was in 12th place, she knew she had to kick it into high gear.
“I was like ‘Let’s get a top ten medal, just get to 10th,’” she said. “And I kicked it in the chute and I got there. I’m just feeling really happy. I’m starting to feel kind of like how I was running last year, which is really exciting.”
The Trojans girls team did not have enough runners to compete as a team, but the boys team finished fourth out of nine teams. Senior Darren Niedfeldt was the top Turner runner as he snatched 13th overall with a time of 18:57.69.
Brodhead/Juda runner Gavin Pinnow is a big fan of hilly courses so, the flat terrain at Duck Pond Recreation Area provided a bit of a challenge for the junior.
“When a course is flat it’s more straight endurance,” Pinnow said. “There’s no strength to it. I like it more hilly, but I also like a good middle ground.”
Pinnow was the second Cardinal boy across the finish line as he ended 19th, finishing with a time of 19:16.49.
“I felt really good during the first bit,” he said. “I knew I needed to push stronger at the two-mile mark, but I didn’t get that push that I wanted. I passed a couple people at the end and had a good finish.”
Junior Nathan Engen was the ninth overall runner to cross the finish line, and he ran a 18:30.64.
The Cardinals boys team finished sixth.
The girls finished fourth out of six teams, and junior Kalena Riemer continued her dominating season with a ninth-place finish in 21:58.55.
Parkview head coach Shane Suehring said that the usual fall colds have left his team at less than 100%, but added that he was proud of their efforts as a team on Thursday.
“They’re working hard day in and day out at practice,” Suehring said. “Our mantra is to get better every day, and they’re definitely doing that.”
Senior Paige Valley was running in the top ten for much of the race, and she finished 14th.
“She’s very experienced,” Suehring said. “She has such a hard drive and motor, and she’s always working hard.”
Ethan Diddens was the Vikings’ top boys runner, and he grabbed 14th.
Parkview’s boys team finished in seventh while the girls were sixth.
Big Foot/Williams Bay head coach James Newman had his team practicing their home course all week.
“There were a lot of fantastic runs,” Newman said. “And the familiarity of running our home course contributed to the great performance that the team had.”
Junior Clayton Flies flew through the course, he was the Chiefs’ best finisher, crossing the finish line 17th.
Newman has been trying to recruit more girls into the program, and they have three runners on the team, up from the lone member they had last season.
Freshman Carla Casteneda was the first girl for Big Foot to finish as she took 27th.
The girls team did not place as a team, but the boys were fifth overall.
“We were really working on running as a pack,” Newman said. “And we did that pretty well today. We’re still missing a runner, but once he’s back we’re going to turn things around here.”
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Jessie Harrell, right, poses with Stateline Boys & Girls Club CEO Mark Rand.
Long-time Beloit Pop Warner football coach Jessie Harrell to be saluted by Boys & Girls Club
BELOIT—Jessie Harrell has followed with a tremendous degree of satisfaction the lives of many of the men he coached as boys on the football field.
That was always the payoff for his many years as a volunteer Pop Warner coach.
Next week a new practice football/soccer site at the Stateline Boys & Girls Club Joe Barrett Campus will be named after him.
“There isn’t anyone who deserves that honor more than Jessie,” said Pop Warner football alum Fred Buggs, who is currently Education Programs Consultant for the California Department of Education for the region including San Diego, Orange and Imperial counties.
Buggs, who was a standout football player at Beloit Memorial High School and Beloit College, as well as a past Beloit Boys & Girls Club director, says Harrell was an important mentor in his life.
“I learned a lot about football playing for Jessie, but that was just part of it,” Buggs said. “Jessie is a mentor and I always pop in on him when I am in town. After I lost my dad, Jessie told me that my dad had come to see him after a practice. He told Jessie he wasn’t really concerned with what kind of football player I turned out to be, but he just wanted me to become a good young man. My dad said he needed some help and Jessie accepted that challenge.”
Many former players echo the same sentiments, including John Kaminski, the Head of School at Rock County Christian, who played at Beloit Catholic and Beloit College.
“Jesse motivated me and others to play at a championship level,” Kaminski said. “He was the ultimate role model who influenced many players to pursue their goals through hard work and commitment. That transformed us to be better men.”
It was never just about football for Jessie Harrell.
“I’m excited about this honor, but not just for myself,” Harrell said. “I think this is a tribute to all the kids who played for me and the dedication they showed. Parents thanked me for coaching their kids, but it was a two-way street. I learned a lot from coaching those kids, too.”
Stateline Boys & Girls Club CEO Mark Rand said Harrell was an easy choice to receive the honor.
“There isn’t a better person to name this after than Jessie, who gave so much to those kids and his community,” said Rand, who played for him in 1980. “Most youth coaches you see these days are dads. But Jessie coached for a long time and hundreds of kids as a volunteer. This is a way to thank him.”
Harrell, 79, will have the field dedicated to him at 11 a.m. on Sept. 30 at the Joe Barrett Campus, 202 Maple Ave.
Harrell figures he has been a part of the Club since the original building opened in 1960 at 1851 Moore Street.
“My first recollection of the Boys Club was when it was built,” Harrell said. “I lived on Chestnut Street. The first director was an avid boxing fan, but I preferred basketball. Our Boys Club teams went to Rockford, Chicago and Milwaukee to play in tournaments.
“The Boys Club was a great outlet for guys who didn’t play junior high or high school sports.”
The 1962 Beloit Memorial grad didn’t share his older brother George’s enthusiasm about prep sports.
“At the time I didn’t have much faith in coaches and they didn’t have much in me,” he said. “I will just leave it at that. I got involved with coaching football at the Boys Club because I wanted to be a coach young people could depend on and trust.”
George Harrell excelled in sports at Beloit Memorial and after graduating in 1956, went on to play football at the University of Iowa. He became a well-respected coach who was inducted into the Wisconsin Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame. He was the long-time defensive coordinator at Monona Grove High School as well as head coach of the semi-pro Madison Mustangs.
“George was the best coach I have ever seen,” Harrell said.
When a leg injury coincided with a local adult flag football league folding, Harrell decided to follow his older brother’s example. His first year coaching a Boys Club team at Krueger Park was in 1975. He went on to coach into the early 1990s, never experiencing a losing record.
“I’d learned a lot from watching George,” he said. “Not just the X’s and O’s, but also the mental part of it. When you’re coaching kids you have to be able to teach. He felt any kid could be reached.”
Harrell took that philosophy to heart.
“I talked a lot of kids into coming out for Pop Warner,” he said. “I’d tell them to give me three weeks and if they didn’t like it after that, I’d turn in the uniform for them.”
The vast majority stayed. After a few years, Director Joel Barrett talked Harrell into taking over the Summit Park teams which had begun to lose numbers. Barrett figured Harrell would build the program.
“We had a heavyweight and lightweight team and I was in charge of both,” Harrell said. “My mother told me if Joel Barrett has enough trust and faith in you to do this then you should do it.”
The Cowboys from Summit became perennial powerhouses.
“They changed the format and we were going to have kids coming in from all over the city as well as the Turner district,” he said. “That area had some racial problems in the past, but my teams never had any problems there. Working for the city’s Parks Department, I had a really good relationship with Police Chief Dick Thomas and they patrolled that area very well while we were practicing.”
Harrell thought one of the reasons his teams won so often was because of the attention he paid to teaching fundamentals.
“I think coaches then tended to throw too many plays too early at the kids,” he said. “The first two or three weeks we would work on technique and add a simple play here or there. About halfway through the season we would pass the other teams because my kids were more fundamentally sound.”
Harrell’s approach to coaching was direct
“You had to play a certain way for me,” he said. “There wasn’t a lot of joking around. Everybody played on equal ground. If you talked to any player or his parents they would tell you the same thing. I told kids that if you come and play for me I will do my best to prepare you for the next level.”
Kaminski, Buggs, future CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Albany (Ga.) Tim Wofford, Matt Lang, Duane Vance, David Nelson, Ty Talton … the list goes on and on of exceptional athletes who benefited from playing for Harrell as well as coaches who worked alongside him—Tony Hill, Leon Peterson and Todd Curtis.
“Matt Lang (who starred at Beloit Catholic and St. Norbert) didn’t know if he wanted to play football when he was 11 years old,” Harrell said. “I talked him into helping me out and carrying a clipboard for a year. The next year he came back at 12 and was one of the league’s best players.
“I had a lot of kids like Matt who became great players and I had a lot of marginal players who got the most out of their ability. I really felt there wasn’t a kid I couldn’t coach.”
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Angel L Castro, 53, of Beloit, died Sept. 20 at home. A service is schedule for 3 p.m. on Sept. 24 at Foster Funeral Home, Beloit
Laquiesha Thomas, 33, of Rockford, died Sept. 8 at home. A visitation is scheduled for noon—1 p.m. on Sept. 24 with a service to immediately follow at Foster Funeral Service, Beloit.
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Beloit council to discuss American Rescue Plan funding
BELOIT - The Beloit City Council will discuss American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding during a special meeting set for 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 26 at the Beloit Public Library, 605 Eclipse Blvd.
The meeting is part of a series of meetings the council has planned to explore how best to spend the $15.2 million in American Rescue Plan funding that the city has been allocated. The meeting is open to the public.
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Beloit police to host Coffee with a Cop
BELOIT - Members of the Beloit Police Department will host a Coffee with a Cop event from 8 - 10 a.m. Oct. 5 at Blue Collar Coffee, 408 Pleasant St.
Coffee with a Cop gives local residents an opportunity to meet local law enforcement officer and discuss concerns or just get to know them better. The event was put on hold in the last two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Rockton crash leaves one person injured
ROCKTON - A vehicle left the roadway and crashed into a tree along North Main Street near Gleasman Road Friday, injuring the driver.
The crash occurred around 6:20 a.m. just south of the intersection of Main Street and Gleasman Road, according to a post on the Rockton Fire Protection District Facebook page. The driver was out of the vehicle when emergency crews arrived. The driver was taken to an area hospital for treatment of serious injuries, according to the Facebook post.
The Winnebago County Sheriff's Department is investigating the crash.
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Rockford police investigate shooting death
ROCKFORD—A woman was killed and a man was injured in a shooting that occurred early Sunday morning in Rockford.
Rockford police were called to the 700 block of Seventh Street at about 1:50 a.m. after they received multiple Shot Spotter alerts. The alerts began in the 1000 block of Broadway and extended north along Seventh Street. Police found a 32-year-old female inside of a vehicle near Seventh Street and Eighth Avenue, suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. She was pronounced deceased at the scene. A 33-year-old male shooting victim was found near Sixth Street and Eighth Avenue suffering from an apparent non-life-threatening gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Witnesses said a dark-colored sedan was seen in the area of the shooting.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Rockford Police Department at 815-966-2900, on Facebook (@RockfordIllinoisPoliceDepartment) or on Twitter (@RockfordPD). To submit an anonymous tip, text the word RPDTIP and your tip to 847411 or get the Rockford PD App in the App Store or Google Play Store. You can also leave an anonymous tip with Rockford Area Crime Stoppers at 815-963-7867.
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The City of Beloit announces a new ordinance to include houses narrower than 25 feet and smaller than 1,000 square feet. Starting on Sept. 28, applications will be available on the third floor of city hall for the smaller houses.
Beloit council approves ordinance allowing smaller houses
BELOIT- An ordinance allowing smaller house sizes in the city was approved recently by the city council.
Homes can be built narrower than 25 feet and less than 1,000 square feet under the new ordinance, which was approved by the council unanimously on Aug. 19.
Beloit City Council President Regina Dunkin said the ordinance change allows more affordable housing.
“I supported this ordinance because we need more housing in the City of Beloit at all levels,” Dunkin explained. “Some of our residents are having a tough time finding a place to live that’s affordable. This will give them an option. We now have the flexibility to add quality starter home developments while still ensuring residents’ voices are heard.”
Each home planned, smaller than the dimensions of 1,000 square feet and narrower than 25 feet, will be considered through the Planned Unit Development process, which ultimately requires City Council approval on an individual basis.
The planned unit development process will require neighbor notification and public hearings. This process will begin to be available starting on Sept. 28.
“Developers and property owners will now have more flexibility to develop homes in Beloit,” said Sarah Lock, Director of Strategic Communications for the City of Beloit.
The city hopes to be able to provide more opportunities for housing while still maintaining home expectations through the planned unit process, according to Drew Pennington, interim economic development director.
The new ordinance gives land owners new opportunities, according to the city’s press release. One such example is for property owners to create an “in-law house” on their land, for smaller vacant lots. An in-law house is a small apartment-like space on the same property as a home.
Not all surrounding communities allow houses this small to be built.
“The minimum a home can be built in the Town of Beloit is 1,400 square feet,” explained Tim Wellnitz, Town of Beloit Administrator.
In South Beloit the minimum one family residential property is 8,750 square feet and a length of 75 feet, according to South Beloit’s Ordinance Number 1176.
A local real estate agent, Colin Schindler, gave some insight into how this new ordinance would work.
“Houses built within the new ordinance would range anywhere from $80,000 to $100,000 once they are put on the market,” Schindler said. “This provides the community with an affordable way to own a house. Future home owners seem to prioritize the price of the property rather than the size of the home.”
The smallest house Chandler has worked with in the past has been 750 square feet.
“This new ordinance walks a fine line when it comes to helping the community,” Schindler warned. “Yes it provides affordable housing, but it has the potential to impact surrounding homes’ value in a negative way.”
If cheaper and more affordable housing is built next to a more expensive house, then the neighboring house value would potentially decrease, he noted.
Beloit City Council takes action, reviews development plans
The Beloit City Council reviewed and took action on various development plans, while also approving an amendment to a water services agreement with the Town of Beloit during a meeting Monday night.
Beloit council to consider changes to animal ordinance
Town updates ordinance to prohibit parking semi trailers at local parks
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Paula K. Noll
Beloit, WI - Paula Kay Noll, 67, of Beloit, WI, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family on Friday, September 16, 2022 after a battle with cancer.
She was born on April 24, 1955 in Beloit, WI, the daughter of LeRoy and Alice (Lowder) Schultz. Paula was a 1973 Beloit Memorial High School graduate. She married the love of her life, Robert "Bob" Noll on April 27, 1974 in Beloit, WI.
Paula was employed by Fairbanks Morse Engine for 45 years. She enjoyed gambling, traveling with Bob, friends and family and visiting friends in Massachusetts. Paula liked spending time in Cabo and St. Pete Beach, FL. Paula and Bob were huge football fans and traveled to all the BIG 10 stadiums to watch their favorite team, the Wisconsin Badgers. She enjoyed shopping and taking her granddaughters on a biannual trip to Minnesota to go to the Mall of America. Paula's love for her family lead her to the craft of quilting and she made sure that they all received a quilt from her.
Survivors include her husband, Robert Noll; daughter, Cari Noll; son, Jeremy Noll; grandchildren, Alicia (Trenton) Poff, Kaylyn Andrews and Kimari Bernabe; great granddaughter, Emery Green; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was predeceased by her parents; son, Joshua Noll; and brothers, Danny Schultz and Gary Schultz.
A Memorial Service for Paula will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 29, 2022 in the Daley Murphy Wisch & Associates Funeral Home and Crematorium, 2355 Cranston Rd., Beloit, WI with Chaplain Mark Maxted officiating. Visitation of Remembrance will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service Thursday in the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name may be made to Beloit Regional Hospice.
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Senior Quinn McCabe (#1293) was Clinton’s top finisher Saturday in Janesville.
Craig, Clinton star in Midwest cross country meet in Janesville
JANESVILLE—The region’s largest cross country meet was again a smashing success, held under ideal conditions Saturday at Blackhawk Golf Course.
The meet featured 48 boys varsity teams, 36 girls varsity teams and four different JV races, plus a giant middle school race to conclude the proceedings.
Janesville Craig plays host to the meet, and Cougar coach Brandon Miles said all the hard work is worth it.
A pair of local teams stood out among the throng: The Clinton boys, currently ranked seventh in the Wisconsin Cross Country Coaches Association poll, placed 15th in a field of mostly large schools.
Clinton coach Brian LeFeber was pleased with his team’s performance.
“These guys have a really good relationship with the Craig guys, so they were very excited to go out and race Saturday,” LeFeber said. “It was a good example of how these guys run as a team, as opposed to individuals. They were happy with their efforts, and they should have been because it was a beautiful day for them.”
Senior Quinn McCabe was the Cougars’ top finisher, placing 28th with a time of 16:32. Sophomore Reagan Flickinger also broke the 17-minute mark, placing 57th (16:55).
Sophomores Oliver Melson (17:06), Dylan Yurs (17:42) and Nathan Shallenberger (18:38) rounded out a team that showcased not only their current abilities, but a nod toward a bright future as well.
“Any grade that has four solid performers, in any sport, that’s huge,” LeFeber said. “You look at basketball, there are only five guys on the floor. And for us, only five guys score, so to have four of the top sophomores we’ve had here in the last 20 years at the same time, it’s insane.”
The Clinton girls were led by Paige Damman, who placed 35th with a 19:55, while Emma Maly was 54th with a 20:17.
The Beloit Turner boys finished 46th overall. Darren Niedfeldt was their top runner, finishing 209th. Beloit Memorial boys were 47th with Aidan Greenlee taking 178th.
The Hononegah boys, who placed 12th, were led by Nicolo Altamore, who was 45th (16:46.3).
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FASTBREAK: Chisox eliminated in AL Central
CHICAGO—Dylan Cease pitched six scoreless innings, but the White Sox bullpen got tagged and Chicago was eliminated in the AL Central with a 4-1 loss to the Detroit Tigers on Sunday.
• MIAMI—Don Mattingly wants what’s best for the Miami Marlins, what’s best for him and what’s best for his family.
• FORT WORTH, Texas—Tyler Reddick opened the round of 12 in NASCAR’s playoff with a victory at Texas on Sunday, winning a week after being one of the first four Cup drivers knocked out of title contention.
After none of the contenders won the first three races of the playoffs—a first in any round in this postseason format—the trend continued with the eliminated Reddick leading 53 of the final 54 laps on a long race day that went into the night.
Reddick survived an extended race that had a track-record 17 cautions, a record 36 lead changes, a 56-minute red flag for lightning and multiple tire issues leading to crashes—including playoff contenders Chase Elliott, the points leader going into the second round, and Christopher Bell.
• CHARLOTTE, N.C.—Jordan Spieth capped off a perfect week at the Presidents Cup and the Americans made it nine straight victories against an International team depleted by defections to Saudi-funded LIV Golf.
• MILWAUKEE—Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton probably won’t be available for the beginning of the season after undergoing surgery on his left wrist this summer.
• MIAMI GARDENS, Fla.—Thomas Morstead stepped into the middle of Miami’s end zone, swung his powerful right leg and booted a punt.
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PREP FOOTBALL: Beloit Memorial loses on road to Union Grove
UNION GROVE, Wis.—Beloit Memorial head football coach Brad Dement warned that Union Grove’s winless record heading into Friday night’s game was deceiving
Turns out he knew what he was talking about.
Running back Kacey Sprigler, a 5-foot-10, 175-pound senior, rushed 20 times for 215 yards and three touchdowns to lead Union Grove to a 35-0 victory over the Purple Knights.
Quarterback Nathan Williams was 13-for-17 for 186 yards and two scores. Union Grove led 21-0 at the half and added two more second-half TDs.
The Knights (2-4, 1-3 SLC) ran the ball successfully with 46 carries for 231 yards. Decarlos Nora had 21 carries for 136 yards. Toby Robinson had nine for 37.
• CUBA CITY 62, PARKVIEW/ALBANY 8: The Cubans (1-5) got their first victory in commanding fashion as they handed the Vikings (0-6) yet another lopsided loss.
Cuba City QB Tyson Richard threw for 223 yards and two TDs while Darrien Cummings led the Cubans with 78 yards and two scores.
Karson Redman had 22 carries for 98 yards, an average of 4.5 yards per carry, and Danny Finley had eight rushes for 27 yards.
Aiden Crane’s only completion of the night was a 5-yard touchdown pass to Gauge Pomplun.
• LODI 40, BIG FOOT 7: The Chiefs trailed only 13-7 at the half, but three third-quarter scores by the Blue Devils put the game out of reach.
Lodi (6-0, 4-0 Capitol) scored first on an 8-yard run by Kylar Clemens and went up 13-0 when quarterback Mason Lane scored on a 41-yard run. Big Foot (1-5, 0-4) cut it to 13-7 when Jax Hertel tallied a TD on a 3-yard run.
The Blue Devils scored in the third on a 12-yard run by Lane, a 7-yard run by Clemens and a 69-yard pass from Lane to Gavin Sargeant. Zeke Jackson tacked on a 17-yard TD run in the fourth quarter.
Lane finished 10-of-12 passing for 149 yards and had 96 yards rushing on nine tries.
Hertel rushed 17 times for 137 yards. QB Donald Hearn was 3-for-12 for 35 yards with an interception.
• BYRON 30, NORTH BOONE 6: The Vikings (1-4) couldn’t build momentum off their first victory of the season last week as they suffered a 30-6 loss against Byron (4-1) on Friday night.
The Tigers ran all over the Vikings’ defense, running for 331 yards and three touchdowns. Their defense held North Boone to just 67 rushing yards and one touchdown while also recording a safety.
QB Chandler Alderman led the team with 55 rushing yards, and he was 15-of-29 passing for 160 yards. He found Chris Doetch in the end zone for a six-yard score to make it 14-6 right before halftime.
Byron forced the safety and scored two rushing touchdowns to blow the game open in the third quarter.
• South Beloit fell to West Prairie on Saturday 20-14. Details were not reported.
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Gas prices have been rising in Wisconsin and across the nation recently. This photo shows prices for regular gas at a station along Milwaukee Road in Beloit at $3.89.
MADISON—Gas prices are rising in Wisconsin and across the nation.
Prices at the gas pump rose a nickel over the past week, as the national average gas price hit $3.72 per gallon. The main reason is higher regional prices on the West Coast and the Midwest due to refinery issues ranging from planned maintenance to a fire, according to a news release from the AAA—The Auto Club Group. But low domestic demand as fewer drivers fuel up and much lower oil prices have helped to blunt some of the impact. On Friday, the price of oil slipped below $80 a barrel for the first time since January, primarily due to fears of a recession-led global economic slowdown.
“Slack demand and lower oil prices should take some pressure off rising gas prices,” said Nick Jarmusz, director of public affairs for AAA—The Auto Club Group. “But Hurricane Ian could cause problems, depending on the storm’s track, by disrupting oil production in the Gulf of Mexico and impacting large coastal refineries.”
The average price at the pump in Wisconsin was $3.77 as of Monday, according to the AAA. That price is up from a week ago when it was $3.41 per gallon. It was $3.63 a gallon a month ago in Wisconsin.
In the Beloit/Janesville area, the average gas price was $3.70 a gallon as of Monday, up from $3.28 a week ago. The average price in the Beloit/Janesville area was $3.48 a month ago.
Green Bay had the highest average price in the state at $3.81 per gallon as of Monday, up from $3.35 a week ago and up from $3.57 a month ago.
Wisconsin gas prices drop below $4 a gallon, Beloit/Janesville prices at $3.733
MADISON—Gas prices in Wisconsin have fallen below $4 a gallon, but some experts believe an increase in demand may send prices rising again.
Gasoline prices in Janesville-Beloit area, across nation continue to rise
Gas prices decline now slowing down
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Beloit's Family Services invites the public to open house for Next Step project
BELOIT- Family Service of Southern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois, will be hosting an open house Tuesday, Sept. 27, for a new housing and child daycare project.
The open house will take place at 6 p.m. with a presentation at 6:30 p.m. at the former Royce Elementary School, 825 Liberty Ave.
The Royce Elementary School building is planned to be a new housing space for the homeless population. This project is part of Family Services Next Step project to help provide housing for the homeless.
Angus-Young will present the project's designs to renovate the building and add on to it to include the new apartments, at the open house.
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SOUTH BELOIT - Prairie Hill Road will undergo a resurfacing and roadway patching project beginning Oct. 3, according to a news release from the Winnebago County Highway Department
The construction area on Prairie Hill Road will be between Route 2 and Highway 251. The work is expected to be complete by Oct. 31. However, the duration of the work will depend on weather conditions.
Motorists are urged to use alternative route of travel. Traffic delays should be expected during the construction project.
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Max Yount, organist, harpsichordist and composer, is a professor emeritus and former chair of the music department at Beloit College where he taught for 44 years. He is shown seated at the organ at First Congregational Church where he is the director of music.
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Organ recital, fundraiser scheduled for Sunday in Beloit
BELOIT—An organ recital featuring several area organists will be presented at 3 p.m. Sunday at the First Congregational Church, 801 Bushnell St.
Several Rock County organists who are members of the Madison-based Association of Church Musicians (ACM) and the Madison Chapter of the American Guild of Organists (AGO) will be presenting the organ recital.
The annual event raises funds for the Ruth Pilger Andrews Organ Scholarship Fund. This is the first year the recital and fundraiser is being held in Beloit. First Congregational houses a 4-manual, 69-rank organ built in 2001 by Rieger-Kloss of the Czech Republic.
Ruth Pilger Andrews was a distinguished Madison organist, teacher and founding member of the Madison Chapter AGO. With a generous bequest from her estate, the Ruth Pilger Andrews Organ Scholarship Fund was established in 1996 by the ACM/Madison Chapter AGO. Since that time, additional donations to the fund have been accepted and annual concerts have been held to augment the endowment. Scholarship applications are accepted on a quarterly basis from Wisconsinites of all ages who wish to study organ through private lessons, by attending seminars and workshops, or college tuition for organ study.
The hour-long program will feature a variety of pieces played by eight organists, several of whom are from Rock County, including Dr. Max H. Yount, organist and music director at First Congregational in Beloit; David Devine, a high school student from Janesville who studies organ with Dr. Yount; Elaine Uffenbeck, organist at Christ Lutheran Church in Clinton, and Dr. Beth Yount, organist at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Beloit. They will be joined by Dr. Andrew Schaeffer, organist/music director at Luther Memorial Church, Madison; Jared Stellmacher, organist/music director at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Madison; Paul Finger of Madison; and a past recipient of a Ruth Pilger Andrews Scholarship, Michael Mills, a Lodi native who is now Director of Sacred Music at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Monona, Wisconsin.
A free-will donation will be accepted at the recital for the Ruth Pilger Andrews Organ Scholarship Fund. For those who may be unable to attend but still wish to donate to the fund, checks may be made payable to the Association of Church Musicians and mailed to P.O. Box 5321, Madison, WI 53705. More info is available at www.MadisonACM.org or on its Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/MadisonACM.
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John "Jack" Duff age 75 of Beloit passed away Wednesday September 21, 2022 in his home surrounded by family. Jack was born November 22, 1946 to the late Thurman and Lela (Schultz) Duff. He graduated from Beloit Memorial High School and attended the Milwaukee School of Engineering before enlisting into the U.S. Navy. He was a proud Vietnam Veteran. He married his love, Linda (Wittchow) Duff, on October 25, 1969 in Berlin, WI. Jack was a longtime member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Beloit and co-owned and operated Beloit Frame and Axle for many years with his brother Warren.
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John Pfleiderer, Executive Director at Family Services, spoke to the Beloit City Council during the fourth ARPA workshop meeting held Monday at the Beloit Public Library.
Beloit council hosts fourth ARPA Fund Workshop
BELOIT—Beloit City Council members discussed ways to use the $15.2 million the city has received in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds during a meeting Monday at the Beloit Public Library.
This marked the fourth public meeting the council has held on the topic of ARPA fund use, and as was the case in previous meetings, council members discussed using funds to address the homeless population in the city and the need for infrastructure work.
The ARPA funds were released by the state government to help communities recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.
The city first received the allocation of funds in July 2021 and 2022. $7.6 million was released in 2021 and another $7.6 million was released in 2022. The total allocation is $15.2 million.
According to the federal guidelines provided the ARPA funds must be obligated by Dec. 21, 2024 and the funds must be spent by Dec. 31, 2026.
Thus far, $499,500 of the ARPA funds have been allocated. Funds were used for a new ambulance, City Hall’s heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) upgrades and road work on Elm, Oak and Roosevelt street.
The city staff has previously given recommendations on how the remaining ARPA funds should be allocated.
Previously reported in June, the city provided estimated recommendations of where the funds could go.
Most of the recommendations stayed the same except for housing and infrastructure.
These two topics were prominently discussed at the meeting on Monday at the Beloit Public Library.
The housing priority is split between affordable housing and market rate housing.
The city recommends that $3.3 million go towards homeless and traditional housing that includes facilities and services—$2 million specifically going towards transitional and homeless facilities, while $1.3 million will go towards services including funding two full-time case managers over a four-year period.
“I am worried how we can keep the case managers and services afloat once the funds run out in four years.” said council member Kevin Leavy.
Teri Downing, Deputy Community Development Director, was able to help ease Leavy’s worries.
“Once the facilities are put in place, we have the hope that there would be less of a need for case managers,” Downing said. “Within four years the case managers could apply for future grants by showing if there is a need for it in our community.”
John Pfleiderer, Executive Director at Family Services, spoke during the community input section. He vouched for the importance of case workers with the homeless population.
“A good case worker is invaluable for someone experiencing homelessness and gives them the tools to no longer need a case manager,” Pfleiderer said.
Recommendations also were to use $1.4 million for a sewer system lift station at Eagle Ridge, $564,252 for the acquisition of tax foreclosed vacant lots and $2 million for market rate housing incentives.
Another topic discussed at the presentation was the infrastructure cost to replace the water lines in Beloit. Specifically the “Sub” 6-inch water lines need to be replaced in Beloit.
The proposed plan would provide $2.2 million in cost to the project that would be able to pay for the equipment but not the cost of road work.
These recommendations are not set in stone, Leavy noted.
The City of Beloit based the recommendations on the fact that these funds are for a one-time use.
The meeting was briefly interrupted by a water flow system alarm. Two City of Beloit fire trucks came on the scene and found no serious water issues.
City staff and citizens gave suggestions on Monday on how to use the $15.2 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds that has been allocated to the City of Beloit.
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Wisconsin offers statewide community safety grant
ROCK COUNTY- A grant program to assist communities affected by increased rates of violence since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic is being initiated.
The Comprehensive Injury Center (CIC) at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) recently announced the start of the Wisconsin Community Saftey Fund, which will offer grant funds to communities throughout Wisconsin.
During the pandemic incidents of violence, suicides and depression increased, according to Reggie Moore, Director of Violence Prevention Policy and Engagement for the Medical College of Wisconsin.
Incidents of violence have been noted in Rock County. Recently four individuals were inquired during a shooting on Aug. 28, in the Town of Clinton.
On Jan. 26, Shawna Greer, 31, the mother of three, was shot and killed at her home on Beloit’s west side. A few days later, on Jan. 29, a shooting occurred in the parking of Beloit Memorial High School when, Jion Broomfield, 19, was killed.
Funded through Wisconsin’s American Rescue Plan Act funds (ARPA), the program will fund potential programs over a three-year span.
“I fully support the goals of the Wisconsin Community Safety Fund to put ARPA dollars to work in our communities,” said State Rep. Mark Spreitzer, D-Beloit. “I thank Governor Evers for his leadership ensuring that Wisconsin communities can address safety issues that otherwise might not get the funding they need to succeed.”
This program is unique to the state of Wisconsin and is the first of its kind.
Moore said there have been countywide programs for community safety, but this is the first Wisconsin-wide community safety grant program.
The program itself has a total of $10.4 million to disperse across the state.
The program offers three-year grants ranging from $300,000 to $1 million annually. Each project may request up to $3 million maximum for project-specific expenses.
Matching funds are not required for projects, but must show evidence of being able to budget the disbursement.
“I encourage local officials and community organizations to apply to bring these funds to our district, and to reach out to me to ensure they have the support they need for a successful application,” Spreitzer said.
Applications can be submitted through the following link https://www.mcw.edu/departments/comprehensive-injury-center/wisconsin-community-safety-fund-application.
The deadline to apply for this grant is Sept. 30.
“All counties and communities are open to this in the state, except for Milwaukee,” Moore said. “Milwaukee was allocated $8 million to develop their own safety program by Gov. Tony Evers.”
Examples of programs include focusing on one or more of the following safety properties:
Firearm violence
Sexual and gender based violence
The funds can not be used for academic research, law enforcement, courts or correctional services.
“We will be working with projects to plan sustainability for once the three year program is finished,” Moore said. “If a program establishes a new building then we want to help make sure, if successful, the program can continue past 2025.”
Wisconsin Community Safety Fund is scheduled to assist recipients from Dec. 1, 2022—Dec. 31, 2025.
“We will provide training, tech support and services to recipients of the grant through 2025.” Moore explained.
Four people were injured by gunfire during an outdoor party on a farm property near Clinton late Saturday evening or early Sunday morning.
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FASTBREAK: Jimmie Johnson to retire from full-time racing
CHARLOTTE, N.C.—Seven-time NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson is retiring from full-time racing and will turn his focus toward spending time with family.
Johnson took two weeks from the IndyCar finale—with a weekend spent in England with Ganassi teammates Scott Dixon and Dario Franchitti at the Goodwood Revival—before finalizing his decision to scale back. He told the AP he didn’t really need the time to ponder his future.
• CLEVELAND—Cleveland Browns All-Pro defensive end Myles Garrett was taken to a hospital but did not suffer life-threatening injuries after he flipped his Porsche in a one-car accident following practice Monday.
• MIAMI GARDENS, Fla.—Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is not in concussion protocol, according to coach Mike McDaniel, after appearing to slam his head against the ground in Miami’s win over Buffalo on Sunday.
• ATLANTA—Geoff Collins is out as Georgia Tech’s football coach, fired Monday in the midst of his fourth season after failing to make headway with a brash plan to turn the Yellow Jackets into a national powerhouse through branding and promoting Atlanta’s big-city culture.
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Beloit Memorial’s Kori Burnett competes in the butterfly event.
PREP ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Kori Burnett a shark for Purple Tide
BELOIT—When opposing swimmers get into the water with Beloit Memorial’s Kori Burnett, they should feel a sense of dread course through them.
Because there is something in the water with them, and she’s out for blood.
“I love racing,” Burnett said. “I’m a very competitive person and I just feel different in the water. I do track as well, and there’s such a difference between swimming and running. It just feels so good to me.”
Burnett is coming off an outstanding week for the Beloit girls swim team, which faced tough competition in powerhouses Madison Memorial and Verona.
On Tuesday night against Madison, she won the 50-yard freestyle in 26.90 seconds and took the 100 butterfly in 1:05.48 while also swimming a leg of the runner up 200 medley relay that finished in 2:07.92.
Just two days later against the Wildcats, Burnett was dominating in the pool once again. She snatched second in the 100 free (58.73) and third in the 50 free (27.03). She also was a key part of the 200-yard freestyle relay team that took first place in 1:52.92.
For her performance, Burnett is the Daily News’ Prep Athlete of the Week.
“I pretty much tried every sport when I was younger,” Burnett said. “But my older sister, she swims, and I just wanted to be like her, so I decided to try it out.”
Burnett started swimming competitively when she was around 10 years old, and the sport has remained a family affair for the two siblings as her sister is currently an assistant coach for the Purple Tide.
“I’ve always grown up looking up to her,” Burnett added. “So it felt pretty normal. I thought it would be a lot different, but it’s pretty nice.”
When most athletes have an excellent performance they credit a good week of practice, but for Burnett it was the opposite.
“Honestly, this week I kind of doubted myself in practice,” she said. “And that really pushed me in the meet to just overcome that feeling I felt during lifting and swim practice.”
Any blah-feelings certainly disappeared after last week, especially after her dominant performance in freestyle events.
“I have been swimming freestyle as my main event forever,” Burnett said. “It’s about making sure you’re thinking about the little things. Just making sure you have a fast finish and start, reaching, and everything else that goes into it.”
The butterfly event is athletically challenging in its own right.
“You’ve got to push yourself through it or you won’t finish,” Burnett said. “When I’m swimming butterfly, I’m just thinking about finishing as best as I can because it’s just so hard.”
Burnett also played a big part as the butterfly swimmer in the relay wins, which she said was aided by the team’s chemistry.
“We have a very good medley relay,” she said. “I’ve been swimming with Ellie and Norah Saladar forever, so that’s already a click right there. And I’ve known Laila Lee my whole life. That makes us closer and when you guys are all feeling it together, it’s just different.”
Burnett will look to build off her success as the Purple Tide begin to reach a pivotal point of their season.
“I really like to push myself in practice,” Burnett said. “I compete with my fellow swimmers. I really want to do well in the championship meets so we can go to sectionals and maybe state.”
Other outstanding performances during the week:
• OK, so they occurred in a 50-33 shootout loss to Lakeside Lutheran. The numbers Turner quarterback Sean Fogel and receiver Tyler Sutherland put up last Friday were ridiculous.
• Fogel set school marks in a game for completions (26), yards (445) and touchdowns (5). Overall he completed 26-of-37 passes. Sutherland broke the school record for catches in a game (15) as well as yards (255) and touchdowns (4).
• Senior Quinn McCabe and sophomore Reagan Flickinger helped Clinton’s boys place 15th in a field of schools with mostly higher enrollments at the Midwest Invitational hosted by Janesville Craig at Blackhawk Golf Course on Saturday. McCabe was 28th (16:32) and Flickinger 57th (16:55).
• Beloit Memorial junior golfer Sarah Ramsden tied for second place in the Big Eight Conference Golf Championship meet with an 80 last Thursday at Evansville golf Club
• Hononegah golfers Landen Seymour, Jack Kitzman and Dylan Hyde all finished in the top six as the Indians took second place in the NIC-10 Golf Tournament at Park Hills East Saturday in Freeport.
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South Beloit football falls to West Prairie
SCIOTA, Ill.—West Prairie/Southeastern outscored South Beloit 20-6 in the second half and posted a 20-14 victory in eight-man football Saturday afternoon.
The SoBos’ Caden Myhres was 5-for-9 passing for 81 yards and a 2-yard touchdown pass to Leorence Kostka. Myhres also ran 19 times for 67 yards and a score.
Kostka had 12 carries for 73 yards and also had 12 tackles. Dez Hampton caught four passes for 79 yards and a two-point conversion.
The SoBos (5-2, 3-0) will head to Ashton/Franklin Center.
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Rockford shooting victim identified
ROCKFORD - The woman who was shot and killed in Rockford Sunday has been identified.
Trulisa Kyles, 32, was shot while driving on Seventh Street near Eighth Avenue around 1:50 a.m. Sunday. She was pronounced dead at the scene where her car was found, according to a news release from the Winnebago County Coroner's Office.
An autopsy was performed on Monday and preliminary results indicated Kyles died due to gunshot wounds.
At about the same time, a 33-year-old man was found suffering a gunshot wound near the intersection of Sixth Street and Eighth Avenue. He was taken to a hospital for treatment of a non-life-threatening injury.
The Rockford Police Department is continuing to investigate the shootings.
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LETTER: Brown supported for Assembly
I write this in support of the candidacy of Brienne Brown for state legislator of District 31.
She has shown leadership in many ways as a resident of the City of Whitewater, such as working as a program director for the Whitewater Community Foundation and being a key participant in founding the Whitewater Grocery Coop and co-creator of the Whitewater City (farmer’s) Market. In addition, she has been elected to the Whitewater City Council serving on the Plan Commission, Library Board and Equal Opportunities Commision. As a 10-year resident, she has brought to the community her strong interest in improving the city and providing more “places to gather” such as at the weekly City Market and at entertainment venues in the local park. In several ways she has shown she is truly a Community Organizer who would bring these skills and experience to the state level as a legislator. As a local resident, I highly recommend Brienne Brown for the state legislator representing District 31.
VIRGINIA LAURENT
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Connie Sue (Blazier) Roberts
Connie Sue Roberts, 57, of Beloit, Wisconsin, passed away at her home on Friday, September 16, 2022.
Connie was born on January 31, 1965, in Beloit, Wisconsin, the daughter of Floyd Douglas and Cinda "Cindy" (Newman) Blazier. Connie grew up and lived her entire life in Beloit and graduated from Beloit Memorial High School in 1983. On September 3, 1983, she married William Gene Larson in Beloit. William preceded her in death on November 11, 2018.
Connie had been employed at several local businesses including Head Start, ABC Playhouse Daycare, and Speedway. She volunteered much of her time to her community and served as a former vice-president of Citizens for a Better Community, along with her mother she co-founded Hackett Heroes, and volunteered at numerous community outreach programs.
Connie is survived by her daughter, Chrystal Blazier, and Ashley ((Brandon) Larson-Frederick; siblings, Lora Hummell, Dennis (Amber) Johnson, and Lucy (Brad) Johnson; grandchildren, Trystyn Blazier, Emerald Larson, Brandon Frederick, and Alex Frederick; her furry friend, Cuddles; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Cindy Gillette; father, Floyd Blazier; and former husband, William Larson.
Services were held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 25, 2022 at Hansen-Gravitt Funeral Home, 424 Prospect Street, Beloit, Wisconsin 53511. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Online condolences can be shared at www.hansengravitt.com
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LaVonne "LaMama" Schroeder age 82 of Janesville, WI died peacefully on Monday September 26, 2022 in her home. She was born April 29, 1940 to the late Floyd and Erma (Larson) Smith in Monroe, WI. LaVonne attended Beloit Memorial High School. She worked as a CNA for many years at Mercy Hospital, until her retirement. LaVonne dedicated her life to caring for her family and many others. She was truly a Hero and an Angel! LaVonne enjoyed reading, tv home shopping and General Hospital. She was an avid Green Bay Packer, Badger and Nascar fan. LaVonne cherished her large, loving and extended family and was given the nicknames of GMa and GGMa. LaVonne will be remembered for her famous quote, "God blessed me with six beautiful children, three boys and three girls".
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Richard Bruschi
Richard "Dick" Bruschi, 88, of South Beloit, IL, passed away on Wednesday, September 21, 2022 in his home.
He was born on February 1, 1934 in Chicago, IL, the son of Daniel and Sue (Magnanenzi) Bruschi. Dick was a 1952 Beloit Memorial High School graduate and was on the Reunion Committee. He was in the United States Navy Reserves for 8 years. Dick married Dolores Anderson on June 28, 1952 in Beloit, WI.
Dick was formerly employed by Blackhawk Gas and Barber Coleman. He later became the proud owner and operator of D & D Upholstery for 40 years until his retirement in 1998. Dick was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses. He was an Elder at the Kingdom Hall and did volunteer ministry door to door work. Dick enjoyed making stained glass art, fishing, and was a Green Bay Packer fan.
Survivors include his wife of 70 years, Dolores Bruschi; children, David (Janet) Bruschi of Roscoe, IL, Michael (Julia) Bruschi of Rockton, IL, Karla Bruschi and Timothy (Jill) Bruschi both of South Beloit, IL; grandchildren, Aric (Lisa) Bruschi of CT, Amanda Bruschi of South Beloit, IL, Angela (Mackey) McCauley and Derek (Bernadette) Bruschi both of Roscoe, IL; eight great grandchildren; brother, Frank (Crystal) Bruschi of Albuquerque, NM; several nieces and nephews; sisters-in-law, Anna Bruschi of Ballwin, MO, Jeanne Woolley of Waterton, WI, Alice King of Clinton, WI and Julia Anderson of Loves Park, IL; brother-in-law, Gerald (Judy) Anderson of Janesville, WI.
He was predeceased by his parents; brother, Douglas Bruschi; brothers-in-law, Lester Anderson and Thomas Woolley.
The family would like to thank Northern Illinois Hospice for their outstanding care and compassion and also to his caregiver, Nancy Dwyer for her loving care.
A Memorial Service for Dick will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 1, 2022 in the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 650 Newark Rd., Beloit, WI with Robert Wagner officiating. Visitation of Remembrance will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service in Kingdom Hall.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Dick's name may be given to his family.
Daley Murphy Wisch & Associates Funeral Home and Crematorium, 2355 Cranston Rd., Beloit, WI, assisted the family with arrangements.
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BELOIT- Beloit School District superintendent finalists Nita White and Darrell Williams spoke about multiple issues at a public forum Tuesday night including equity, student enrollment and staffing shortages.
The forum was conducted by Wisconsin Association of School Boards (WASB) consultant Dan Nerad and questions were submitted by community members via the Beloit School District website. Nerad has been working with the Beloit School Board to find the next superintendent.
Nita White was previously up for the Beloit superintendent position in 2020 and was among three finalists for the position.
White has served in education since 2001. She began her career in Schaumburg, Illinois as assistant principal. Since then, she’s served in Sugar Land, Texas; Elgin, Illinois; Freeport, Illinois; and Romeoville, Illinois. In 2021, White was Director of Human Resources for the Country Club Hills School District in Country Club Hills, Illinois. In 2022, White began as assistant superintendent/principal for the Pembroke School District in Hopkins, Illinois.
White has a bachelor’s degree from Howard University, a master of education in instructional leadership from the University of Illinois-Chicago and a doctor of education in administration and leadership from Aurora University.
White said she was inspired to become a teacher by her grandmother who taught for years and is still around today at age 97. Her mother and aunts were also teachers. White is a bilingual teacher and administrator and noted the importance of being bilingual.
White spoke about working in districts with a large population of low income families and also serving in communities that have teachers that reflect the students in the community.
Nerad asked White about how she defines equity. According to her, equity is providing opportunities for all and both data and information drives equity. White also added that belonging means inclusion and that all students should have opportunities for advanced placement and more.
White also spoke about the feeling of “belonging” in a school. When students feel like they belong, it makes schools safer, she said. White also said that too much of one thing is not good and that diversity is important in a community.
Nerad asked White about ideas she has to help with the staff shortage at the district. White said it’s important to make sure new teachers are supportive and that the district is inclusive of their background.
“Some districts are giving bonuses and looking at different incentives,” White said of staff shortages.
Darrell Williams is no stranger to Beloit, having served in the district as assistant superintendent of operations, administration and equity in 2015 and interim superintendent in Beloit from 2017 to 2019. He resigned from his position in Beloit in 2019.
After his resignation, Williams served as State Administrator of the Wisconsin Emergency Management Agency. He also was a Democrat candidate for U.S. Senate in the Aug. 9, 2022 primary election, but was unsuccessful in his bid. Williams also served as Major in the U.S. Army Reserve from 1989 to 2018.
“It’s an honor to be back in Beloit,” Williams said.
He spoke of his background in Mississippi where he was born in a small town and was one of six children. He went into the service after high school and received a Purple Heart.
Williams spoke about his time at the Beloit School District, where he helped develop the Grow your Own Multicultural Program and saw the district increase in diversity especially in terms of African-American teachers.
“I fell in love with this place when I came here years ago, and the needs of this school district directly align with my skill set,” Williams said.
Williams said, for him, equity is having a seat at the table and inclusion is when those voices are heard.
Williams also said he wants more students to have access to advanced placement courses and work on lowering student suspensions and expulsions. During his past time in the district, he worked with students to redirect students’ energy in a different direction and helped reduce expulsion rate in a year, he said.
Nerad also asked Williams about how he sees the position inspiring a sense of belonging in staff and in the community.
‘What happens inside the district is what it looks like outside in the community,” he said. ”We see the impact the declining enrollment has on our community.”
Williams also spoke on the staffing shortages in the district. He suggested the district should encourage staff and provide more incentives. Williams also said the district should talk to staff who left the district to find out why they left and try to get them to come back.
Williams also suggested the district should work with local colleges and universities to help newer teachers and see if new teachers could be housed in college dorms during their first year of teaching.
Beloit School District superintendent finalists Brenda Lewis and Willie Garrison will have public forums at the Kolak Center on Wednesday, Sept. 28 at 5:30 p.m. and 6:45 p.m.
The four finalists for Beloit School District superintendent have been named and interviews and public forums will be held next week.
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OPINION: Time of reckoning for school finances
The message is both clear and overdue: Inaction is not an option.
“If you don’t pay attention to solving the issue, you won’t have a district.”
The speaker is Dr. Wayne Anderson, interim superintendent for the School District of Beloit.
The issue is the district’s budget, as it teeters on the brink of disaster.
Anderson’s words, spoken during last week’s board of education meeting, are among the most shocking descriptions ever for a Beloit taxpayer-funded public body. Let’s consider more of what he had to say:
“Whether you know it or not, you are in a fiscal crisis.”
“You have about $8 million left in your fund equity. Fund equity is like a savings account. The DPI (Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction) would expect you to have about 15% as a cushion. You are well, well, well below that number. The district has used approximately $6-7 million of fund equity a year to balance the budget. Had it not been for ESSER funds (federal Covid relief money) you would already be broke.”
“These are fixable issues. If you don’t fix it then within a little over a year or probably the 24-25 school year, you will be broke.”
“You cannot be broke. You cannot go out and get a loan. You have time to fix the problem, but the bottom line is we need to start working on it now.”
“When you’re looking at coming up with millions of dollars in savings to balance the budget, you don’t get that by reducing supplies and materials.”
Anderson’s entire presentation lasted scarcely three minutes. Yet his words carried more import than hundreds of hours of routine chatter annually in board discussions. It is nothing short of a declaration that the School District of Beloit stands at a reckoning point.
Acknowledged, he is an interim superintendent who has spent mere weeks helming the district. To his credit, Anderson noted he doesn’t know or care how the district reached this point. That statement gives him more, not less, credibility. He has no ax to grind. He’s dealing with the numbers—and numbers do not lie. Anderson is an experienced hand, a school superintendent for decades, with a broad background in fiscal matters.
The board should be listening to him.
And if the board won’t listen, it’s for sure the community should hear him loud and clear.
For too many years the district has been losing hundreds of students each year to other options such as public school open enrollment, primarily to the Beloit Turner district, and to voucher school programs and now the Lincoln Academy public charter. Millions of dollars accompany those departed students. In that scenario, the status quo cannot stand.
As with any organization’s budget there are two basic components, revenue and expenses. When those do not balance there are two options—raise revenue or cut costs.
There have been rumblings about posing a referendum question asking Beloit voters to raise operating revenue. In this political environment it could not pass.
As Anderson said, “reducing supplies and materials” won’t fix the problem. Saving millions would require hard decisions, including the possibility of consolidating buildings and reducing the workforce. In a public organization like a school district, every dollar has a constituency. This will not be painless.
We have made this suggestion in the past and we’ll make it again. These decisions are too important to leave up to board members who may or may not fully understand the intricacies of financial management. Around Beloit, though, there are many businesses employing high-level experts in budgetary matters, productivity and efficiency, and ways to reduce costs while limiting damage to quality. The district should reach out to form a committee of experts, with stakeholder ties in the community, to identify a smart financial path forward.
Anderson promised to come back to the board at subsequent meetings with plans to address the issues, not only with an eye toward the next budget but also those budget years to follow. That sounds like a good place to start.
It may also be smart to assure Anderson has time to begin the process of setting the district’s financial house in order. Also last week, the board identified four finalist candidates for the superintendency. Don’t be in a hurry. Give Anderson a chance to develop better budget policy, and maybe whoever succeeds the interim office-holder can arrive under less crisis conditions.
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AREA NOTEBOOK: Beloit College hosts Kids Night Out event
BELOIT—Kids Night Out is returning to Beloit College, kicking off on Friday.
Participants will be treated to games and activities, swimming and more in the Beloit College Flood Arena, the O’Neill Fieldhouse and Beloit College pool.
With some changes in athletic facilities in the two years since the college hosted Kids Night Out, participants will now be dropped off and picked up at the Powerhouse (850 Pleasant St.). Participants will move between the two facilities (Powerhouse and Sports Center) once throughout the evening to allow use of Fieldhouse, pool and gymnasium for activities.
The event runs from 6:30-10 p.m. Check-in will start in the Powerhouse entryway at 6 p.m. Cost for the night is $10 (cash or check to Beloit College Softball).
Fall dates for Kids Night Out are Sept. 30, Nov. 4 and Dec. 2.
• SLC REUNION PLANNED: ELKHORN, Wis.—The annual Southern Lakes Conference players and friends reunion for classes from 1954 through 1962 will be held at 11:30 a.m. Oct. 7 at SomePlace Else.
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Turner Middle School sixth grader Parker Searles, 11, captured Rookie of the Year honors in the Bandolero class at Jefferson Speedway.
Beloit's Parker Searles, 11, moved up from go-karts to racing the Bandolero class at Jefferson Speedway this summer. He earned Rookie of the Year honors.
Beloiter Parker Searles, 11, shines at Jefferson Speedway
BELOIT—If 11-year-old Parker Searles has his way, he’ll have added a few track championships to his resume before he’s old enough for a driver’s license.
The Beloit Turner Middle School sixth grader has been getting behind a steering wheel since he was 5 years old.
Parker was a go-kart champion at Brodhead’s Sugar River Raceway by the time he was 7. Advancing to the Bandolero class this year, he garnered enough points this summer to become the Rookie of the Year in the class by a large margin at Jefferson Speedway.
“I really like the Bandolero cars,” Parker said. “It’s like racing a small NASCAR car. They’re fast, there’s a lot of competition and it’s a challenge. I’m trying to step up my game.”
Parker collected six first-place finishes over the summer, including one back in May on his first night out. He finished 11th overall out of 40 racers in his class at Jefferson.
“Most of the fast drivers in his class are 13 or 14,” said Trevor Searles, Parker’s father. “Jefferson had the highest turnout in the nation for a weekly (Bandolero) series.”
The Searles are a racing family. Trevor was a super stock go-kart champion in Brodhead over 20 years ago, following his own racing father. They both currently serve on Parker’s pit crew. A younger brother, 7-year-old Lincoln, has started racing go-karts and has his own Bandolero car waiting for him when he is old enough.
The Bandolero car is a spec-series racer serving as a stepping stone between kart and a full-sized race car. The cars are sanctioned by INEX and produced in Charlotte, N.C. Powered by a Briggs & Stratton 570cc Vanguard engine mounted behind the driver, they can reach in excess of 70 mph. One of the most successful Bandolero drivers ever was current NASCAR driver Joey Logano.
“They can do 80 (mph), but usually they get up to 57 at Jefferson,” Trevor Searles said. “Some tracks you get up to 62 or so.”
“It seems like you’re going really fast,” Parker said. “It’s a lot louder than the go-karts, too.”
The secret to his success on the track?
“I listen to whatever my dad tells me and not be nervous,” Parker said. “Winning races is both luck and skill.”
“You’re lucky if you can avoid the wrecks,” Trevor said with a chuckle.
Not always that easy. Parker was involved in three feature race wrecks in-a-row this summer.
“That didn’t help him in the points,” his father said. “We were looking pretty good before that.”
Still 11th was pretty fair for his first time out. The next highest rookie was 20th.
Parker has also raced at Madison International Speedway and he’s planning a more ambitious schedule for 2023.
“Next year we’re going to travel more,” Trevor said. “In February we plan to go to Daytona for the Winter Nationals. He is licensed with INEX to get national-wide points.”
Parker has his share of sponsors, including Rock County Truck Accessories, Boundaries Bar & Grill, Road Dawg Family Restaurant, City Tire and Auto Service and Dan “Fuzzy” Powers at Burtness Chevrolet.
“Out of the box, these cars run around $8,500,” Trevor said. “By the time you get them painted and logos on and ready to race they’re $10,000.”
Parker has his main car as well as a second car. It’s good to have two because his main car “got a little tore up at state” according to his dad.
“They did two features and he led the first feature four laps and a little drizzle started,” Trevor said. “We went under caution and everyone was trying to find the line because the track wasn’t very cooperative. Parker ended up finishing seventh. In the second feature it was raining harder and he got bunched up. They pulled them off and allowed us to work on the cars under the red flag. He had a really bad tire rub. We got it fixed up enough for him to go back out and he got eighth. We ended up sixth overall out of 32.”
Parker expects to race Bandoleros until he is 14. Then it’s on to the Legends series.
After that, who knows? There’s always that driver’s license.
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Glory Stellings
July 24, 1955 - September 27, 2022 WI, WI - Glory Jean Stellings, age 67, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2022, after a courageous battle with Cancer.
She was born July 24, 1955, in Milwaukee, WI to the late George and Marjorie Lamon. She married Donald Gary Stellings, in May of 1977 who preceded her in death on March 28, 2020.
She was a devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and friend who was always there when we needed her. She was also a well-loved member of the Burwood Park Community in Beloit where she has lived for the last 45 years. Glory was employed by Ecolab Inc. for 22 years and 9 months where she made many friends through the years.
Our mother, Glory, was one of the strongest women to ever walk this earth and our family was blessed to have her as the head of our family. She was a kind, caring, and giving person who put the needs of her family before her own. She faced every challenge in her life with courage and dignity. She was a source of inspiration to us all and will be deeply missed by everyone whose lives she touched.
She is survived by her three children, Angela (Mike) Stellings, Rebecca (Mitch) Stellings, and Jessica Stellings; grandchildren, Kaeli Stellings, Kobe Hollenbeck, Jacob (Dezi) Hayden, Alyson Hayden, Tyrell King, Kyle Storms, Myles Muszynski, and Savannah Muszynski; great grandchildren, Adilin Perry and Kayson Hayden; sisters, Leila (Bill) Krienke, and Jennie (Mark) Drangstveit; brothers, Bill (Karen) Strube and Bill Williams; brother-in-law, Dean Dwyer; sister-in-law, Kim Lamon; special friend, Linda Artrip; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Donald; brothers, Chuck and John; sister, Jane; 14 other siblings; sister-in-law, Nadine Isackson and Florence Applewhite; granddaughter, Nadia Storms; and many other family members.
A Funeral Service for Glory will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 2, 2022 in the Daley Murphy Wisch & Associates Funeral Home and Crematorium, 2355 Cranston Rd., Beloit, WI. Burial will be in Baldwin Cemetery. Visitation of Remembrance will be held from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service on Sunday in the funeral home.
A Celebration of Life for Glory and Donald will be held from 4:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, October 2, 2022 at Boundaries Bar & Grill, 3807 S. Riverside Dr., Beloit, WI.
Online condolences and a livestream of the service may be viewed at www.daleymurphywisch.com
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Willie Garrison, finalist for the Beloit School District superintendent, speaks at a public community forum on Wednesday night.
Brenda Lewis, finalist for the Beloit School District superintendent, speaks at a public community forum on Wednesday night.
Beloit superintendent finalists Garrison and Lewis talk of inclusion, leadership
BELOIT—Two of the four finalists for the Beloit School District Superintendent job gave their views during a public forum Wednesday at the Kolak Education Center. Finalists Willie Garrison and Brenda Lewis fielded the same questions about equity, inclusion, staffing shortages and more, just like the first two finalists, Darrell Williams and Nita White, who spoke Tuesday night.
Garrison said he has been in education since 2002. He began as a social studies teacher in Milwaukee Public Schools and has since served in positions at Clarke Street School, Pulaski High School, Hamilton High School in Milwaukee Public Schools and the Wauwatosa School District.
Since 2020, he has served as director of teaching and learning for the Brown Deer School District where he remains. In 2020, Garrison applied for superintendent of Brown Deer School District but was not chosen for the position.
Garrison has a bachelor of arts degree in secondary education from Oral Roberts University, a master of education from National Louis University and a doctorate of education from Concordia University.
After an introduction by Dan Nerad of the Wisconsin Association of School Boards, Garrison began talking about his background by handing out a document to all in the room that had a QR code that went to an extensive Powerpoint presentation on his personal and professional background. He spoke of his family, and how his oldest son is graduating from UW-La Crosse soon.
Garrison spoke about how he believes in community engagement and structural leadership. During his time at Hamilton High School in Milwaukee Public Schools, he helped lower disciplines and suspensions at the school. Garrison also created the equity plan at Wauwatosa schools and helped increase AP enrollment to 100% at the schools.
Nerad asked Garrison about his understanding of equity, inclusion and diversity. Garrison said equity is about students having what they need and also having the data to show that. He said at his current job he’s made sure to talk about equity from a relationship perspective, and to make sure it encompasses both students who are gifted and talented but also historically underrepresented.
Nerad also asked Garrison about ideas he has to improve staffing shortages that have affected both Beloit and schools nationwide. Garrison suggested that we look at our own pipeline and the staff we have. He added if the district doesn’t use its own staff to recruit other teachers, the district is missing out.
Brenda Lewis has served in education since 2001. Lewis began her career in St. Paul, Minnesota as a first grade teacher. She’s spent most of her career in Minnesota including in Eagan, Red Wing and Rochester, Minnesota.
Lewis has been assistant superintendent for elementary education in Grand Forks, North Dakota since 2021. Lewis received her bachelor of science degree from St. Catherine University, her master’s of education from St. Mary’s University and her doctorate of philosophy leadership from Capella University.
During Lewis’ introduction speech she spoke about her work at schools that a majority of minority students attend. Lewis noted she is the wife of a Nigerian immigrant and has three children with her husband. Her oldest child is in the 8th grade and is taller than her at 6 feet, 4 inches, she said with a laugh.
It was at an education conference that someone suggested the Beloit School District superintendent position to her.
When asked about her work with equity and inclusion, she spoke about her experience as a mother of Black children.
“I think you could understand my commitment to that work,” Lewis said.
Lewis told a story of her son being pointed out during a swim competition with one on-looker pointing him out and saying, “Well, that one’s (Lewis’ son) easy to spot in the water.”
She added that her work in equity is important at her current job in North Dakota where nine out of 10 white students graduate, but only six out of 10 Native American students graduate high school.
Nerad also asked Lewis about ideas she has on how to combat staffing shortages. Lewis spoke about her experience in the H-1B visa program and bringing international teachers to this country when her current school had issues hiring teachers to fill the school’s special education program.
After going through the process Grand Forks School District in North Dakota now has 18 international teachers who are working toward getting their green cards. Lewis’ school has also worked with high school students who help work as paraprofessionals in the district.
At the last board meeting Sept. 20, Nerad said the board will meet to discuss community input and background checks on Oct. 11 and hope to make a decision on choosing their candidate.
Beloit School District superintendent finalists Nita White and Darrell Williams spoke at a community public forum Sept. 27 on many school issues including equity, student enrollment and staffing shortages.
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JANESVILLE—Peggy Ross, former Rock County Treasurer and community advocate, is being remembered by her peers and family as a dedicated professional and caring individual.
Ross, 83, passed away on Sept. 15. She served as Rock County Treasurer from 1987 to 2002.
“My mother was an independent and capable, strong woman who could do anything,” said Alisa Reum, Ross’s daughter. “She was dedicated to improving and serving her community.”
A celebration of Ross’s life will be held on Saturday in Nixa, Missouri. The ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church.
“My mom moved to Missouri after she retired to be closer to her family,” Reum explained. “The Redeemer Lutheran church was important to her and she was dedicated to being a part of it.”
Ross worked on several boards within Rock County throughout her career, according to Reum. She also was active in the 4-H organization.
“She would try to attend as many community meetings as possible,” said Vicki Brown, former Rock County treasurer. “She was an advocate for getting community needs addressed.”
Brown took over the position of Rock County treasurer in 2002. She joined Ross’s staff in 1992 and worked with her for many years.
“In every meeting, be it with another board or her staff, she would keep people informed,” Brown said. “She would bring a copy of the newspaper and make sure everyone knew what was going on in the community.”
Once Brown took over the position, she kept traditions that Ross implements. For example, once all tax collection was completed, Ross would take all the staff out to lunch or order carry out lunches.
“She always appreciated her staff, but worked us hard,” Brown said. “Everyone who worked with her would tell you the same thing. We were all like a family and still to this day talk to each other.”
Ross loved to cook and the courthouse would smell of hot food coming from the treasurer’s office during a staff member’s birthday or major holiday.
“We had a running joke that you could find the courthouse on St Patrick’s Day by smelling corned beef and cabbage,” Brown said. “Another running joke that Ross would say is that she wants to see your recipes instead of a resume when in the hiring process.”
Sandy Disrud, the current Rock County Register of Deeds, started in her position in 1999.
“I remembered Ross as being feisty, kind and always got the job done,” Disrud said. ‘She always worked well with other elected officials and other departments within Rock County.”
Disrud like many others, remember Ross not just for the accomplishments she made professionally, but the way she made people smile with her cooking.
“I remember she would offer everyone in the court house, not just her staff, a plate of food,” Disrud explained. “I distinctly remember her turkey and stuffing she would make.”
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The Rock County Jail has worked to ensure safety measures are followed regarding COVID-19 and has worked with agencies such as HealthNet of Rock County to immunize inmates and staff.
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Rock County Sheriff candidates share views at forum
JANESVILLE—Candidates for Rock County sheriff Curtis Fell and Craig Keller touched on topics including the jail construction project, body cameras and the drug overdose crisis during a candidate forum on Wednesday.
Both men have years of experience in the sheriff’s office and in law enforcement.
Fell has been with the sheriff’s office for 28 years. His father, Terry Fell, served in the sheriff’s office and Curtis Fell’s son currently is a patrol deputy with the sheriff’s office, making him the third generation of his family serving in the sheriff’s office.
Keller started with the sheriff’s office in 2001 and served until retiring in 2019. He also was raised in a law enforcement family as his father worked in law enforcement in Brodhead and Monticello. He also has served as a volunteer firefighter in Footville for 30 years.
Regarding the $96 million construction project to improve the Rock County Jail and offices in the sheriff’s office, Fell said it will have a great impact on inmates and the staff. He said there will be space for inmates to get addiction counseling and mental health services, as well as computers so they can work toward gaining a GED or conduct job search activities.
Keller said the construction project has the potential to allow the sheriff’s office to be of greater service to the community. He said he does not know everything about the project, but is interested in it. Regarding inmate drug treatment, he said he would like to see the sheriff’s office reach out to non-profit agencies in the community so they can support inmates with their problems once they are released.
Both candidates were asked what changes may be needed in the sheriff’s office.
Keller said it is important to get more in tune with the communities. He said he would like to form a citizen’s committee to work on how the sheriff’s office can better work with the communities in the county.
“We have got to get back to being community oriented,” he said.
Fell said the sheriff’s office is doing a good job of reaching out to communities, noting that deputies and staff go out to many community events. He did admit the sheriff’s office needs to work on diversity among its staff.
“We need to do a better job of recruiting people of color,” Fell said.
The candidates were asked about body cameras that are used by sheriff’s office personnel and the training that went into their use.
Fell said body cameras have brought a great change in the sheriff’s office. He said they have become a big part of officer training and accountability.
“They have made a substantial difference in the ways we do things, in a positive way,” Fell said.
Keller said he was not with the sheriff’s office when body cameras were issued to deputies, but he was there when cameras were put in patrol officer’s vehicles and he sees them as a positive program.
“I think they are really helpful. The cameras promote transparency,” he said.
However, he noted that the public needs to understand the dynamics of law enforcement and there may be a need for educating citizens. He said the public may see a video of a deputy engaging a suspect and come to a conclusion without considering the training and education they went through regarding encounters in potentially dangerous situations.
The candidates also were asked about drug overdoses and in particular the dangers of fentanyl, and how they would address this problem in Rock County.
Keller said it could be beneficial to get former drug addicts to talk to people currently struggling with substance abuse and explain how they can get out of their cycle of drug dependence. He said many addicts don’t have the support they need and the programs they enter don’t work for them. He said busting dealers alone won’t solve the problem.
“Sure, you can take the drug dealers off the streets, but there are four or five other dealers waiting to take their place,” he said.
Fell said drug overdoses are a serious problem, but there has to be a combination of enforcement and recovery programs for the drug addicted individuals.
“There has to be a cohesive effort,” Fell said.
The candidate forum was organized by the League of Women Voters of Beloit and Janesville, and the NAACP Beloit Branch. The general election will be held Nov. 8.
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Clinton Anderson and Ellen Schutt will advance to the general election in their bids for seats in the Wisconsin Assembly, and Curtis Fell won his bid for Rock County Sheriff on Tuesday.
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Frank Pavia, 71, of South Beloit, passed away on Sept. 25 at Beloit Memorial Hospital. A Celebration of Life will be at 5 p.m. on Oct. 11 at Palpables Pub, 128 S. Bluff St., South Beloit. Daley Murphy Wisch Funeral Home, 2355 Cranston Road, Beloit, assisted the family with arrangements.
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Leading rusher Decarlos Nora and Beloit Memorial’s ground game will play a key role Friday night at Burlington.
Beloit Memorial football team looking to spoil Romo's and Burlington's homecomings
BELOIT—Nothing against Tony Romo, who is one of Wisconsin’s more celebrated pro athletes of recent times, but Beloit Memorial’s Purple Knights will do their best to ruin both his homecoming as well as Burlington’s Friday night.
The former Dallas Cowboys quarterback and Burlington alum will broadcast the Green Bay packers vs. New England Patriots game at Lambeau Field on Sunday. That gave him the opportunity to return to his alma mater for a dedication of the school’s new synthetic turf field.
Burlington Area School District named the field The Tony Romo Field in February 2020 to recognize his continued connection to the community.
“Romo will be right behind their bench,” Beloit head coach Brad Dement said. “We’ll have to see what we can do to spoil his fun.”
The Knights (2-4, 1-3) will have to do a lot better job in the red zone this week if they want to upend the Demons (2-4, 2-2). Last week Beloit had the ball on the Union Grove 5-yard line three times and came away empty-handed each time in a 35-0 loss.
“We also had a clear pick-six dropped 20 yards from the end zone,” Dement said. “That’s 28 points we left off the scoreboard. Any of those could have been momentum changers.”
Dement is unfazed by the fact Burlington knocked off that same Union Grove team 42-14 two weeks ago.
“High school football is all about momentum,” he said. “We definitely had opportunities last week. We rushed for over 200 yards. But it came down to scoring and we missed on some passes, we missed on some blocks and we had some fumbles.”
Dement points to the fact Elkhorn was able to run for over 300 yards against Burlington in a 34-24 loss.
“That game was back and forth until the end,” the coach said. “I really think we should be able to run the football effectively this week. We need a little better pass protection, but I think we can throw it, too.”
Decarlos Nora rushed for over 100 yards last week and leads Beloit with 103 season carries for 561 yards and five TDs. Toby Robinson has 58 yards for 361 yards and three scores.
The Knights won’t have to worry about Romo fading back to pass, but the Demons do have Jack Sulik, who has completed 91-of-163 passes for 1,083 yards and nine TDs. In a 42-21 loss to Badger last week, Sulik was 24-of-35 for 215 yards and two scores.
His favorite target, Tommy Teberg, has 33 receptions for 475 yards for the season.
“They have some playmakers and we have to stop their big plays,” Dement said. “We have to make them drive instead of hit us with quick scores.”
With just three games left to the regular season, the coach said it’s time for some of the players who’ve spent most of it on the sideline to step up and give some of his two-way players a break.
“We’ve been fortunate to avoid injuries, but in terms of depth we’re still thin,” he said. “That’s something we’re trying to build here over time.”
He sees reason for optimism.
“We have around 30 kids on our (3-2) freshmen team, with some good size, and it looks like we have a lot of kids out at the middle school level,” Dement said. “That’s nice to see for our future.”
The Knights will play their final two games at home, against Waterford Oct. 7 and against Badger on Oct. 14.
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The marching band makes its way through downtown Beloit during a previous BMHS Homecoming Parade. The parade is set to start at about 1:30 p.m. Oct. 7.
BELOIT - The Beloit Memorial High School Homecoming Parade will follow a new route when it kicks off at 1:35 p.m. on Oct. 7.
Instead of marching through downtown Beloit, the parade will take place on the West Side of Beloit near the high school. The parade route was altered this year based on guidance from the Beloit Police Department, according to a news release from the city.
The parade will begin at the corner of Middle and Fourth streets. It will go west on Middle Street, then north on Sixth Street, then east on Maple Avenut and then south on Fourth Street to return to the high school.
Spectators can park at Wootton Park and people are urged to arrive before 1 p.m. as the Henry Avenue Bridge will be closed during the parade.
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The Greater Beloit Area Crime Stoppers is looking for James J. Caldwell, 18, who is wanted on warrants for child abuse—causing harm, strangulation/suffocation.
Caldwell is 5 feet, 11 inches tall, weighs 144 pounds and has brown eyes and black hair.
Anyone with information about Caldwell’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Greater Beloit Area Crime Stoppers at 608-362-7463. Tips also can be submitted at www.p3tips.com.
Crime of the WeekBetween Sept. 25 and Sept. 27, several vehicles were vandalized and damaged on the northeast side of Beloit. Most of these incidents occurred between the overnight hours of midnight to 3 a.m. Some of the damage included keying, egging and broken windows.
Anyone with information about these crimes or any other crime is asked to call the Greater Beloit Area Crime Stoppers at 608-362-7463.
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BELOIT - A 4-year-old child died following a traffic accident near the Stateline YMCA Youth Sports Complex on Prairie Avenue Saturday, Oct. 1.
The accident occurred at about 9:40 a.m. in the 3300 block of Prairie Avenue when the child was struck by a vehicle. The child was taken to the nearby hospital for treatment and later died, according to a post on the Beloit Police Department Facebook page.
Neither speed nor alcohol are considered factors in the accident and all parties are cooperating with police, according to the post.
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By KEVIN MURPHY Special to the Daily News
MADISON - A Beloit man who used the drug addictions of women and young girls to coerce them into prostitution, was sentenced Friday in federal court to 20 years in prison and 10 years supervised release.
Cory Hereford, 51, was convicted at trial in February in U.S. District Court - Western District of Wisconsin, for sex trafficking a minor and an adult female, conspiring to commit sex trafficking, maintaining a drug house in Janesville and sex trafficking a minor while being a registered sex offender.
Hereford was convicted of a second-degree sexual assault of a child in 1993. He impregnated a 14-year-old girl. Although initially sentenced to a year in jail and eight years’ probation, continued probation violations kept him in prison or on probation for the next 11 years, said District Judge William Conley.
He had a sporadic work history and augmented his income by selling crack cocaine, Conley said.
Hereford continued to have sex with minors and even told his probation officer that sex with them should be legal, Slava Kuperstein, a Department of Justice trial attorney, wrote the court.
Hereford met Tonyiel Partee, of Janesville, when she was a 19-year-old homeless college student. He suggested she work for him as an “escort” and took a share of the proceeds she made. Hereford allowed her to quit the escort business if she helped him recruit other woman to work as prostitutes. Together, they were able to exploit other young women, including a 16-year-old, to engage in commercial sex acts for their profit.
Partee, now 30, was arrested and pleaded guilty to conspiring to commit sex trafficking, and was sentenced last fall to three years in prison. She subsequently testified against Hereford at his February trial.
Trial testimony included allegations that Hereford manipulated the girl and women prostitutes by giving or withholding drugs depending on their state of dependency. He forced one unwilling adult victim to have sex on “dates” without a condom as it made him more money
At trial, Hereford’s attorney, Robert Ruth, admitted that his client sold drugs and procured women to work as prostitutes, but contended that he didn’t have to force or coerce them as they were willing participants.
On Friday, Hereford told Conley that he didn’t realize the impact his actions had on others’ lives. He blamed crack cocaine for his action.
“If I wasn’t selling the crack, none of this would have happened,” he said.
Conley said, “That’s a beginning,” although he later said that he wasn’t entirely sure of Hereford’s motivations for the admission.
The judge hoped Hereford was at last gaining some insight into his objectifying and manipulating women, especially the most vulnerable ones, for his own interests.
He rejected the government’s request for a 30-year sentence, citing Hereford’s age and the need to punish him the same as other similar defendants he has sentenced.
Authorities released statements Friday after sentencing.
U.S. Attorney in Madison Timothy O’Shea stated:
“Hereford exploited young and vulnerable women, leveraging drug addiction to force them into prostitution. My office is committed to working with our law enforcement partners to hold such predators accountable for their crimes.”
Janesville Police Chief David Moore added:
“Human trafficking investigations are complex, time consuming and dependent upon earning the trust of our victims. Janesville detectives worked countless hours to bring this case to prosecution. The Janesville Police Department respects the U.S. Attorney’s Office for their leadership, perseverance and dedication to the prosecution of the case. Finally, our victims are safe.”
Federal trial begins for Beloit man charged with sex trafficking, drug crimes
A Beloit man used the drug habits of an adult woman and a teenager to coerce them into prostitution in 2017, a federal prosecutor told jurors Monday at the start of a sex trafficking trial.
Janesville woman sentenced for sex trafficking
Federal court case with local ties highlights human trafficking issue
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Rock County Sheriff's Office to host Coffee with a Cop events
JANESVILLE - The Rock County Sheriff's Office will host Coffee with a Cop events to meet with members of the public on Wednesday in Janesville and Edgerton.
The sheriff's office will team up with Edgerton Police Department staff to hold a Coffee with a Cop event from 8 - 10 a.m. at Cafe on Main at 1102 N. Main St. Edgerton.
The sheriff's office will hold another event from 7 - 9 a.m. at Bessie's Diner at the Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport, 1716 W. Airport Road, Janesville.
The events will allow residents to ask questions, voice concerns and get to know law enforcement officers in a relaxed atmosphere. The event is meant to foster open communication.
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The Ke-Chunk Ciporoke Ho-Chunk sculpture by Truman Lowe is located at Nature at the Confluence in South Beloit.
SOUTH BELOIT - Joe Ortel will present her research on one of the most well known Ho-Chunk artists in modern history on Oct. 10.
Truman Lowe was a Ho-Chunk artist who created the Ke-Chunk Ciporoke sculpture located at Nature at the Confluence.
Ortel, a retired art professor at Beloit College and close friend with Lowe, will be hosting a presentation on Lowe and his art at 1 p.m. on Oct. 10 at Nature at the Confluence, 306 Dickop St., South Beloit. Seating is limited and registration is recommended.
Interested parties can call 815-200-6910 or sign up. Online reservations and information can be found at https://natureattheconfluence.com/event/falling-leaves-tracing-seasons-in-the-art-of-truman-lowe/.
The community might recognize one of Lowe's works at Nature at the Confluence. The Ke-Chunk Ciporoke is based on the type of homes the Ho-Chunk people would have lived in.
The words Ke-Chunk (“kay-chunk”) translates to turtle and Ciporoke (“Chee-poe-doe-kay”) translates to round dwelling, according to Nature at the Confluence staff.
Nature at the Confluence is located near Ke-Chunk or Turtle Village and the sculpture currently overlooks where the Ho-Chunk village once existed.
This Ke-Chunk Ciporoke sculpture was originally started as a Beloit College student project and came to life through Lowe, according to Julie Uram, Executive Director at Nature at the Confluence.
Lowe finished the sculpture in 2019 a few months before he passed away in 2019.
Ortel contributed to bringing the sculpture to the confluence where it currently sits. She has previously written a biography on Lowe called “Woodland Reflections: The Art of Truman Lowe.”
“I first got to know Truman when he came to give a talk in an art history course I was teaching at UW Madison back in 1997,” Ortel said. “I'd known vaguely about his art before then, but I was truly captivated when he showed the full range of his work and I heard him talk about it.”
Lowe has created and worked on several art pieces throughout his career, including sculptures and even paintings.
“I will probably concentrate on a dozen or so works of art some of which have rarely or never been seen by the public,” Ortel explained. “We'll talk about his sculpture, but I also want to introduce people to some of his pastel drawings, which are much less well-known.”
Lowe has been recognized on the national level throughout his career.
In 2000, Lowe became the first curator of Contemporary Native American art at the National Museum of the American Indian – Smithsonian Institute in Washington, DC.
His art is still on display in a variety of countries including major venues throughout the United States, as well as in Canada, Europe, Africa, South America and New Zealand.
Bats were focus of event at Nature at the Confluence in South Beloit
SOUTH BELOIT—Five different species of bats were spotted by a group of local citizens during Bat Night at Nature at the Confluence Wednesday.
Ho-Chunk youth paddled 5 days to reach Beloit
Nature At The Confluence event planned in South Beloit
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Leonard "Len" Dygart
July 21, 1939 - September 26, 2022 WI, WI - Leonard J. "Len" Dygart, 83, of Beloit, WI, passed away suddenly on Monday, September 26, 2022 at Beloit Memorial Hospital following heart surgery.
He was born on July 21, 1939, to Theodore and Cora (Johnson) Dygart in Beloit, WI. Len married Betty Winkelman on July 22, 1972 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Beloit.
Through the years, Len attended a number of educational facilities. He received his Associate's Degree from Waldorf College in Forest City, IA in 1961 and attended Augsburg College in Minneapolis, MN from 1961 to 1962. Len served in the U.S. Army from 1962 to 1964. He earned his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater in 1973 and obtained his teacher certification in 1975.
Len worked in various capacities in different school districts. He was a Social Studies teacher at Hononegah High School, a Remedial Reading teacher at Turner High School and served as a long-term substitute in the Beloit Public Schools. He also was a self-employed tax consultant for a number of years. Len's longest working service came in 1979 when he began his career at the Beloit Post Office as a mail sorter. He retired after 23 years of service.
He enjoyed following sports, most notably the Milwaukee Brewers, Green Bay Packers, and the Wisconsin Badgers. Len was particularly fond of following his classmates from the Beloit Memorial High School graduating class of 1957 and had just attended his 65-year reunion.
Len is survived by his wife, Betty of Beloit, WI; son, Nathan Dygart of Beloit, WI; and many other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Claude; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A Funeral Service for Len will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 8, 2022 in Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 749 Bluff St., Beloit, WI. Visitation of Remembrance will be held from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Friday, October 7, 2022 in the Daley Murphy Wisch & Associates Funeral Home and Crematorium, 2355 Cranston Rd., Beloit, WI. Visitation of Remembrance will also be from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service Saturday in the church.
Len was a lifetime member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the church.
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FASTBREAK: Chase Elliott wins at Talladega
TALLADEGA, Ala.—Chase Elliott, NASCAR’s most popular driver who a day earlier accused series leadership of taking a step backward in safety, drove to victory lane at Talladega Superspeedway and earned the automatic berth into the third round of the playoffs.
• JACKSON, Miss.—Mackenzie Hughes made birdie on his third time playing the 18th hole on Sunday, and it gave him a playoff victory over Sepp Straka in the Sanderson Farms Championship.
• Hall of Fame quarterback Terry Bradshaw said Sunday he has been treated for two forms of cancer in the past year.
• CHICAGO—Willson Contreras got several standing ovations in what could be his final home game at Wrigley Field, Marcus Stroman threw six scoreless innings and the surging Chicago Cubs won their seventh straight, beating the Cincinnati Reds 8-1 on Sunday.
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PREP FOOTBALL: Clinton cruises past Palmyra-Eagle
PALMYRA, Wis.—The Clinton Cougars bounced back from a tough loss at home last Friday against Markesan with a comfortable 42-22 victory over Palmyra-Eagle on Friday night in Palmyra.
Clinton held a 22-6 lead at halftime thanks to a 10-yard rushing touchdown from DJ Vernon in the first and two rushing scores (10 and 7 yards) from QB Peyton Bingham in the second quarter. Bingham added three more rushing touchdowns in the second half as the Cougars cruised to 5-2 overall record. They are 3-2 in the Eastern Suburban Conference and are in a tie for third place with Waterloo.
Vernon led the way for Clinton’s rushing attack, which put up 358 total yards, with 200 yards on 26 carries with the one score. Bingham continues to be one of the best rushing QBs in the area as he piled up 133 yards and an outstanding five TDs.
The Cougars held the Panthers to just 14 rushing yards, and QB Joey Brown was 16-of-25 with 103 passing yards and one TD.
• FENNIMORE 48, PARKVIEW/ALBANY 8: For the second straight week, the Vikings gave a conference foe its first win of the season as the winless Golden Eagles won 48-8.
Parkview/Albany dropped to 0-7 on the season, but it was the smallest margin of victory they’ve allowed since week two, when they lost to Highland 53-14. It was also the second-lowest amount of points they’ve given up this season.
Fennimore had a 42-0 lead at half time. Karson Redman had a six-yard rushing score in the third quarter, and he finished with 38 rushing yards.
• STILLMAN VALLEY 21, NORTH BOONE 7: The Vikings put up a good fight against a Cardinals’ offense that had averaged nearly 40 points per game over the last four weeks, holding them to just 21 points.
It was North Boone’s third loss by 14 or less points, and it dropped them to 1-5 on the season.
QB Chandler Alderman had a 1-yard rushing score in the first quarter to tie the game at seven, but rushing TDs from Stillman Valley in the second and third quarter put the game away for good.
Alderman led the team with 35 yards on nine carries, and while he put up 101 passing yards, the usually accurate senior only completed 10-of-29 passes while throwing two interceptions.
• In other games in which details were not reported, Brodhead/Juda suffered its first loss of the season at the hands of undefeated Adams-Friendship 25-13, Big Foot fell 32-7 to New Glarus/Monticello and Ashton-Franklin Center edged South Beloit 44-40.
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Vikings hang on for 28-25 win over Saints in London (copy)
Joseph’s go-ahead kick came after he had missed an extra point earlier in the quarter after Jefferson ran it in from 3 yards with 4:15 left in the fourth quarter. The missed kick left the Vikings with a 25-22 lead.
Jefferson had 10 receptions for 147 yards.
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Parkview school referendum to be focus of meeting in Footville
FOOTVILLE - A presentation on the Parkview School District referendum questions which will appear on the Nov. 8 general election ballot, will take place at 7 p.m. on Thursday at Footville Village Hall, 261 N. Gilbert St.
The meeting will be to present information and answer questions from the public.
The Parkview School District is seeking a $15.4 million capital/facilities referendum in November, and the district is seeking an operational referendum, asking voters to approve $2 million in additional funds a year for three years.
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Rockford man sentenced on firearms charge
ROCKFORD — A Rockford man has been sentenced to eight years in prison for illegally possessing a machine gun in Rockford.
Thomas Brooks II, 20, pleaded guilty earlier this year to a charge of illegal firearm possession. As a previously convicted felon, he was prohibited by federal law from possessing firearms. Brooks admitted in a plea agreement that while in Rockford on Nov. 1, 2021, he illegally possessed a handgun loaded with 17 rounds of ammunition and a “switch” device that modified the firearm to become fully automatic.
U.S. District Judge Philip G. Reinhard imposed the sentence on Friday after a hearing in federal court in Rockford.
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Tristen Fulton, owner of Fulton Landscaping, trims some foliage at a house in Roscoe. Fulton started doing landscaping work at just 14-years old.
Tristen Fulton, owner of Fulton Landscaping, works at a house in Roscoe for his business. Fulton started doing landscaping work when he was just 14 years old.
Tristen Fulton, owner of Fulton Landscaping, works at a house in Roscoe for his business. Fulton serves clients in southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois.
SOUTH BELOIT—Tristen Fulton has the normal challenges any high school student has in studying and working toward graduation. But, he also has the challenges of running his own business.
Since he was 14, Fulton has been doing landscaping work, first with his uncle and then at age 16, created his own business—Fulton Landscaping.
The business serves clients in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin including in Beloit, Wisconsin and in the Illinois cities of Rockford, Machesney Park, Roscoe and South Beloit, where Fulton lives.
Fulton is now a senior at Hononegah High School in Rockton, Illinois, but is done with his school day by noon on most days, which allows him to do his landscaping during the afternoon and on weekdays.
“The reason I still do it today is because it’s enjoyable for me and my friend does it with me and we get satisfaction whenever we’re doing the job,” Fulton said.
Fulton’s friend, Kenneth Sorenson, who is also a senior at Hononegah High School, has been working with him for around a year. Most of the time Fulton does landscaping work alone, but if it’s a bigger project, Sorenson will join him and help with the work. Fulton adds that his mother supports his business a lot and helps out.
Fulton offers the usual landscaping work including mulching, planning, removing plants, paving brickwork and mowing lawns.
“The subjects are lawn care, landscaping and hardscaping,” Fulton said.
Fulton plans to continue with his landscaping business and after he graduates school. He hopes to eventually go to college, but right now he wants to focus on his landscaping business.
“The thing that keeps me doing it is seeing people happy,” he said. “I’ve made lots of connections.”
He said it makes him feel good, just seeing his clients happy that they finally have someone who is able to do the work they need and someone they can rely on and trust.
“It’s exciting for me,” he added.
Fulton likes where he’s at, but also is looking to grow in the future. He hopes to have a building for his business and branch out to other areas where he hasn’t been before. He’s also looking to find more communities where people can’t afford big landscaping companies, but he still wants to help them out with lower prices.
More information on Fulton Landscaping can be found at fultonlandscaping.org.
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Dorothy E. Hargraves
April 17, 1925 - September 29, 2022 Beloit, WI - Dorothy E. Hargraves age 97 of Beloit died Thursday September 29, 2022 at Beloit Memorial Hospital. She was born April 17, 1925 to the late Francis and Exeldia (Pratt) Plude in Antigo, WI. Dorothy married Forest Hargraves on December 25, 1942. He preceded her in death on December 21, 1974. She was a member of Redeemer Ev. Covenant Church. Dorothy worked as a nursing assistant for many years. She was a member of the Beloit Noon Lions, VFW and the American Legion. Dorothy will be remembered as an avid traveler.
She is survived by her five children, John (Katherine) Hargraves, Forest (Leeanna) Hargraves Jr., Joan (Kenneth) Hester, Richard Hargraves & Robert Hargraves; many grandchildren; many great grandchildren; many great great grand children; her two sisters, Cecilia Blackwell & Linda (Richard) Hagelin; her two brothers, Clarence (Arlene) Plude & Lawrence Plude and many nieces and nephews
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and her son, Ray.
Our family would like to thank all who have kept us in your prayers.
Dorothy's Funeral Service will be 11:00 a.m. on Thursday October 6, 2022 at REDEEMER Ev. COVENANT CHURCH, 2500 Prairie Avenue, Beloit with Rev. Chris Carlson officiating. Friends will be received on Thursday in the Church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Following the service, the cortege will process to Roscoe Cemetery for interment. Luncheon at Church to follow the burial. Memorial's to Redeemer Ev. Covenant Church. Please share a memory or a condolence with the family on our website.
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This art piece titled Roswell Hokey Pokey by Alicia Reid will be on display at the Beloit Art Center in October. An artists’ reception will be held from 5—7 p.m. Friday.
A gallery talk featuring artists Alicia Reid and Barbara Barnard will be held at 6 p.m. The exhibits will be open through Oct. 29.
Using acrylic paint, maps, musical scores and other items of information, Alicia Reid explores color, texture and form. Her previous experience as a band director and a geographer inform her use of music and maps. At their core, these paper tidbits are guides, frameworks, patterns, and paths, and Reid uses them to fuel her imagination. She is the owner of Raven’s Wish Gallery and Studio downtown Janesville. As an undergraduate, her minor was art and most of her formal training came during that period. Over the years, she has studied with artists from whom she wished to learn a technique or to explore a style.
In the Bell Gallery the art center will present Barbara Barnard, whose artwork is heavily influenced by the way light creates patterns, textures, and mood, as well as sensory inputs such as scents and sounds, creating strong feelings of belonging. Spending time in the winter landscapes of Iceland and Alaska, as well as the Badlands and northwestern New Mexico has deepened Barnard’s relationship with the physical world and has pushed her to acknowledge the tension between what is familiar and what is unknowable. She studied at the University of Wisconsin -Madison, and has participated in numerous workshops while maintaining a job and raising her family.
“I’ve been painting for over 20 years and am continually challenged and inspired, by the generous mentoring of other artists,” Barnard said.
As part of Beloit Art Center’s mission to display and promote art in the community, the center offers the public four art exhibits each year in partnership with the Beloit Public Library. This quarter will feature the work of the Beloit Art Center Photography Club. The club was formed in August of 2021 and is for photography enthusiasts of all skill levels. This group is for anyone interested in connecting with fellow photography fans, sharing their work, learning, and exploring new photographic techniques, as well as collaborating on group photographic projects. The Photography Club meets the second Wednesday of each month at 6:00. Five of the group’s artists will be sharing their work in the current show. They are Ellen Zarnick, Larry Horsfall, Beth Doerrfeld, Melissa Lauer, and Jo Ribordy-Christofferson. The photographs will be on display at the library through the end of December.
Beloit Art Center is a not-for-profit organization located at 520 E. Grand Ave., Beloit and is operated entirely by volunteers. Anyone interested in volunteering can get involved by emailing to info@beloitartcenter.com to find out more. The gallery is free and open to the public. Hours are Monday from 10 a.m.—2 p.m.; Tuesday—Friday from 10 a.m.—5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m.—2 p.m. For more information about Beloit Art Center visit www.beloitartcenter.com.
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Katie McCool Nichols, middle, was a member of a Midwest Conference championship team in 2006.
BELOIT—Beloit College’s Hall of Honor will add four elite former student-athletes during a ceremony at noon Sunday in The Powerhouse.
Track and field standout Djuvane Browne (2004), baseball star Casey Nelson (2003) and two female Buccaneers who excelled in both volleyball and basketball, Katie McCool Nichols (2008) and Mary Parker (2010), will also be saluted at halftime of Beloit’s Homecoming football game at Strong Stadium on Saturday.
• DJUVANE BROWNE: Brown was a two-time NCAA All-American Outdoor Track and Field athlete in 2003-04 and three-time Midwest Conference champion in the high jump in 2001, 2003 and 2004.
“Djuvane was a special athlete,” said his coach Brian Bliese. “Everyone at meets knew when he was competing. His skill set was amazing and his style and charisma at meets was off the charts intimidating to his competition. The bigger the meet, the more Djuvane showed up. He loved to perform on the biggest stage possible.”
Browne shares the school record in the indoor high jump with a height of 2.02 meters (6-feet 7.625 inches) with Scott Schleich (1993). During his senior year, Browne finished fifth in the high jump at the NCAA championship (6-9) after finishing fourth at the national meet the year before.
• CASEY NELSON: Baseball coach Dave DeGeorge ranks Nelson as one of the most versatile athletes in the history of the program.
“He excelled as a hitter, pitcher and defender. His best position on defense was first base, where his play was outstanding,” DeGeorge said. “He applied tags like he was hammering a nail. For the good of the team, for one season, he played second base. At 6-3, he may be the tallest second baseman in league history. Even away from his best position, Nelson earned all-conference recognition.”
A California native, the 2003 graduate held career school marks ranking in the top five all-time for batting average (.354), doubles (30), total bases (172), putouts (481), triples (four), home runs (nine), runs batted in (67), hit by pitch (18), hits (107) and fielding percentage (.973).
Nelson also achieved multiple game and season records. He had five hits in a single game and also registered 14 strikeouts as a pitcher. Both marks are still records.
MWC coaches selected Nelson First Team All-MWC in 2001-02-03. His teammates voted him Co-Defensive Player of the Year in 2003, Hitter of the Year in 2001 and 2003 and Pitcher of the Year in 2003. He also earned Team MVP in 2003.
• KATELYN McCOOL NICHOLS: Katie McCool was a tall offensive power in basketball and an intimidating force at the net in volleyball.
A four-year letterwinner in volleyball, in 2006 as a junior she helped the Bucs win their second MWC Championship and qualify for their first NCAA Tournament.
“She was a talented middle hitter and an awesome blocker as her records show,” former head coach Ken Yasukawa said. “She always played with a smile and was good-natured, but also a fierce competitor.”
McCool earned First Team All-MWC honors in volleyball three straight seasons (2004-06). She ranks as one of the best at the net in program history, ranking sixth in the MWC record book in career kills and eighth in career blocks.
She set multiple match and season records at Beloit. When he graduated, she ranked in the career top five in kills (1,477), hitting percentage (.285), block assists (363) and total blocks (549).
In basketball, McCool was named First Team All-MWC in 2007 and Second Team All-MWC in 2008. She scored over 800 points and grabbed more than 450 rebounds while blocking nearly 100 shots during her career. She had 31 points in a game against Dominican in 2007 and ranks third in career blocks (97).
McCool earned the 2007 Donald “Red” Janssen Award, which honors Beloit’s top female athlete through her junior year. In 2008, she was earned the Ruth Peterson Award for being Beloit’s top senior female student-athlete.
MARY PARKER: The multi-talented Parker was a four-year starter and letterwinner for both the volleyball and basketball teams. She helped lead the volleyball team to the 2010 MWC Tournament title and a berth in the NCAA Tournament. She earned First Team All-MWC honors in 2008 and 2009 and was named Second Team All-MWC in 2010.
“In volleyball, many excellent players are specialists, playing only in the front row (offense/blocking) or back row (defense), but because of her skill, leadership, and competitive spirit, MP was a player who needed to be on the court at all times, a so-called six-rotation player,” Yasukawa said.
Parker set top five marks in sets and matches for kills and digs. She finished her career third all-time with 1,954 digs.
MWC basketball coaches were also impressed with Parker. She was named First Team All-MWC in 2008-09 and 2009-10. She ranks in the top five for game and season records for steals and rebounds. Her career top five marks include assists (408), steals (265) and free throws (297).
In 2009, Parker earned the Janssen Award and in 2010 she received the Peterson Award.
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Oliver Melson, left, Reagan Flickinger, center, and Dylan Yurs have each been having an outstanding sophomore season for the Cougars.
PREP ATHLETES OF THE WEEK: Clinton boys cross country trio building a dynasty
CLINTON—In the world of sports, there have been plenty of great dynasties.
The 1990s Chicago Bulls, the 1960s Green Bay Packers and the 1970s Pittsburgh Steelers fielded some of the best squads ever.
The sophomores on the Clinton boys cross country team hope to leave their own legacy of success.
“It’s awesome,” said Reagan Flickinger, who is one of those stupendous sophomores. “Those guys are like my best friends, and to win races with them is great. Our whole team environment is just awesome.”
Four of the Cougars’ class of 2025 runners have placed in the sophomore top 10 for all-time fastest time in the 5,000 meters. Flickinger tops that list with an all-time record of 16:55.8. Oliver Melson is third at 17:06.0 and Dylan Yurs rounds out the top five in fifth at 17:42.6.
The trio finished 2-3-4 at the Jefferson Invitational last Tuesday to lead Clinton to first place.
Melson (17:28.75) finished second, Flickinger (18:09.88) crossed third and Yurs (18:11.89) fourth as the Cougars continue to dominate at meets across Wisconsin.
For their performance, the trio are the Daily News’ Prep Athletes of the Week.
“We’ve all been running and putting the work in this summer,” Melson said. “And a big factor has been Quinn McCabe. He’s a senior this year, and he’s really pushed us. We have a lot of off-season training plans and he’s been big for us.”
Melson said even though the team was missing McCabe at the Jefferson meet, the squad knew they still would succeed.
“As we were running the first mile, the number one kid wasn’t that far ahead,” he added. “I was like ‘Go.’ I started kicking it up and thought I could get him, I finished just a second away from him.”
Yurs had high praise for his teammate.
“Oliver puts the work in,” Yurs said. “He’s always been a nice kid, and he’s just amazing at kicking.”
Flickinger is having quite the season. He recorded the fastest time for a sophomore in Cougars’ history at the Midwest Invitational in Janesville on Sept. 24, which draws some of the best runners and biggest schools in the are.
“He’s so hardworking and dedicated,” Melson said. “He’s the main reason I’m still into running, just growing close with him. He’s such a great athlete. Once Quinn’s gone, we’re already talking about setting up training plans, and he’s a big influencer of that.”
Don’t let the order these guys are listed in fool you, Yurs is not just some third wheel to these two outstanding runners. He is an excellent runner who is always one of the first Cougars across the finish line.
“He’s always there and always shows up,” Melson said. “He’s always working and grinding, and he is super dedicated.”
What made Yurs stick with the sport?
“The people,” he said. “It’s amazing, everybody is so nice. It’s a good environment here, and everyone is always hype. It’s really fun to run with them every day.”
And as for the chances of becoming a dynasty? Well, Melson thinks this group has what it takes.
“We want to build a good community where it gets passed down,” he said. “And we have a good off-season training plan. So it’s not just us, but future generations of runners can stay great.”
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Sex offender placed in Janesville facility
JANESVILLE - A convicted sex offender will be relocated to the Rock Valley Community Programs effective Oct. 7.
Jeremy D. Johnson will be relocated to Rock Valley Community Programs at 203 W. Sunny Lane, Janesville. He was convicted of second degree sexual assault of a child in 2006 and in 2008.
While placed at the Janesville facility, Johnson's conditions of supervision will include having no unsupervised contact with minors. He cannot consume drugs or alcohol and he cannot patronize taverns or liquor stores. He is to have no contact with his victim and he must cooperate with electronic monitoring. He also is to have face-to-face contact with law enforcement.
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Linda L. WardLinda Ward is a lifelong resident of Beloit, a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church and a community leader for more than 40 years.
She was a student of the School District of Beloit as well as Blackhawk Technical College.
Before finding her passion for helping others she worked in accounting at Meadow Gold Dairy and Besly Products. In 1998 as interim director of South-Central Child Care Resource and Referral, she collaborated with 14 Rock County and local agencies to provide parent education to low-income families and started a car seat safety program.
In 2012, she retired as the executive director of the Stateline Literacy Council—Beloit, which was an agency that teaches adults to read and write. It also teaches non-English speaking adults to speak English and read and write in English. She initiated several programs including two citizenship classes, GED prep classes, job readiness workshops and more.
While serving as the Beloit Branch NAACP fundraising chair from 1983—2003, she was responsible for bringing prominent speakers to Beloit, including Yolanda King, daughter of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.; Attula Shabaz, daughter of the late Malcolm X; the Rev. Joseph Lowery, past president of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference; Tony Brown of tony Brown’s Journal; the Rev. Al Sharpton and nationally acclaimed Judge Greg Mathis, among others.
She served as the Starlighters Director of Youth, which teaches children ages 6 to 18 organizational skills, reading comprehension, social skills and more. Under her leadership the Starlighters have raised funds for educational trips to the Smithsonian Institute museum, the White House and to see a performance at the Kennedy Center, among other events.
Ward is a member of the Rebecca Chapter 4, Beloit, where she served as Worthy Matron and Past Grand Worthy Matron of Unity Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star State of Wisconsin PHA. While serving as Grand Worthy Matron, she established the Unity Grand Chapter OES Foundation. The foundation provides scholarships to high school students. She has provided 6,000 pounds of canned goods annually for the Unity Grand Chapter Food Pantry.
She is a past president of the Stateline Golden Kiwanis Club and current vice president of the Kiwanis Club of Beloit. She is past president of Latino Service Providers Coalition and President of the Women’s Culture Club.
She is marries to her husband Walter and they are the proud parents of Jacqueline Ward-Rogers, Kenneth McCraley Ward and Allisia Ward-Brown. They have three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
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Welty’s event, “Sustainable Actions Through a Beloit Lens,” will feature Beloit City Council President Regina Dunkin, Sustainable Design Specialist and Energy on Wisconsin Program Manager for UW-Extension Sherrie Gruder, key note speaker Julie Hill, Executive Fellow at FUSE Corps Deneine Powell and Member of WI Governor’s Task Force on Climate Change Doug Rebout.
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Climate change to be discussed at Beloit's Welty Center
BELOIT—A program about the impact climate change has on local communities will be presented on Oct. 23 at the Welty Environmental Center.
Welty Environmental Center has partnered with several organizations to host a child friendly learning experience as well as a platform for community leaders to talk about climate change.
Welty Environmental Center will host the free program from 1—4 p.m. on Oct. 23 at the center at Big Hill Park at 1201 Big Hill Court in Beloit.
People can learn about how climate changes affects farms, gardens, homes and communities and what people can do to temper these effects.
Starting at 1 p.m. various organizations will have tables set up to distribute information regarding climate changes and its effects.
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and Wisconsin Initiative on Climate Change Impacts staff will answer questions about climate change.
Organizations such as Rock County Conservation and UW-Extension will be able to give advice and additional information on how people can contribute to counter the impact of climate change.
At 1:45 p.m., community leaders and people recognized in the field of climate change will speak.
“Speakers were chosen by myself and Dr. Michale Notaro director of UW-Madison Nelson Institute Center for Climatic Research, because of their areas of expertise,” said Brenda Plakans, Executive Director of Welty Environmental Center
Regina Dunkin, Beloit City Council President, will open the discussion and talk about her work with helping qualify Beloit as a Green Tier Legacy Community in 2021.
The keynote speaker will be Julie Hill, Horticulture Outreach Specialist at UW-Madison Division of Extension Rock County. She will be discussing gardening and yard strategies that will change in the future.
At 3 p.m., guests are invited to view a traveling exhibit that is used to teach children and adults about climate change. UW-Madison climate scientists, Notaro and Steve Vavrus, will lead walk-throughs of the “Real People, Real Climate, Real Changes” exhibit.
The exhibit has been on display since Sept. 6 and will be at the Welty center until Nov. 21. It is open weekdays from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. and is open weekends from noon—4 p.m.
“This is the first time Welty has hosted either of these events,” Plakans explained.
The traveling exhibit was developed by the National Center for Atmospheric Research and the UCAR Center for Science Education. It has so far traveled to Colorado and Nebraska on its nationwide journey to teach people about climate change.
Welty will provide free seasonal food and drinks for all guests. There will be activities available for the children. Welty asks that caregivers and parents stay in the center while their children are participating in the activities.
Welty Environmental Center in Beloit to hold STEM summer camp for autistic youth
A summer camp focusing on STEM for autistic middle and high school students will be held this June through July at the Welty Environmental Center. UW-Madison senior scientist received funding for the program.
Welty Camps get wet and wild
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Bloot drives scheduled in Beloit, Roscoe, Rockton
ROCKFORD - The Rock River Valley Blood Center will be conducting several upcoming mobile blood drives in the Stateline Area in coming weeks.
The first blood drive will be held from noon - 6 p.m. on Oct. 6 at the Roscoe United Methodist Church, 10816 Main St., Roscoe.
Another blood drive will be held from noon - 6 p.m. Oct. 19 at Riverside Park in Beloit, 1160 Riverside Drive.
A third blood drive, hosted by the Bucciferro family will be held from 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at the McDonalds at 13454 Quail Trail Road, Rockton.
Donors must be at least 17 years old and weigh at least 110 pounds. Donors should be in good health on the day they give blood.
For more information on blood drives, visit the website at www.rrvbc.org.
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OPINION: Democracy needs your commitment
Be a patriot. Prepare yourself and make informed decisions during November’s elections.
In a month, voters will go to the polls to elect leaders at the state, local and federal levels. Are you ready?
Over the next few weeks the Beloit Daily News will publish pre-election stories detailing who the candidates are for the various positions and what they propose to do if elected. In some races, on the Opinion page, the newspaper may make recommendations to voters. In others, the paper will advise voters of the stakes and encourage them to think critically before making a selection.
Today’s editorial falls into the latter category, as the newspaper looks at the featured statewide races.
Governor: Democrat incumbent Tony Evers is challenged by Republican nominee Tim Michels. Evers’ background before becoming governor was in education, including multiple terms as the statewide superintendent of public instruction. Michels is a successful businessman seeking to hold state office for the first time.
While Evers runs as a moderate, he has governed from the left. Michels is running from the right, taking strong conservative stands. Thus, the ideological differences between the two are clear.
One consideration may be whether voters prefer a divided government or would rather have one side exercise complete control. Republicans are assured of keeping strong majorities in the Assembly and Senate. A Democrat governor can use the veto as a brake, or a Republican governor can work with legislative majorities to adopt the party’s agenda.
Attorney General: Incumbent Democrat Josh Kaul is challenged by Republican Eric Toney. Kaul is seeking his second term. Toney has been Fond du Lac County’s district attorney.
Considerations for this post are similar to those in the governor’s race. Both are competent public officials with track records suggesting either could do the job.
Voters may ponder whether one-party government or divided government in Wisconsin’s essentially 50-50 state is a consideration.
Secretary of State: Democrat incumbent Doug La Follette is challenged by Republican Rep. Amy Loudenbeck, who is giving up her seat in the 31st District to seek the office.
The office has been a sleepy backwater in state government that numerous people on both sides have suggested should be abolished, with duties reassigned to save money. The only real issue in the race is advocacy by Loudenbeck and her Republican colleagues to do away with the state elections commission and give control of running elections to a partisan Secretary of State office-holder.
The proposed reform clearly relates to complaints about whether Wisconsin’s 2020 election was on the up and up. Voters will need to sort that out at the ballot box.
U.S. Senate: Incumbent Republican Sen. Ron Johnson is challenged by Democrat Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes. Both candidates are mostly well-known across Wisconsin.
The contest is ideological in nature. Johnson leans hard to the right. Barnes leans hard to the left. As a side note, the winner could be instrumental in determining whether Democrats or Republicans hold the U.S. Senate majority in Washington.
Wisconsin’s other Senate representative, Democrat Tammy Baldwin, is among the body’s more liberal members. Voters may consider delegation balance issues in weighing their options.
Cast your ballot: The most important thing is to remember that American self-government is too critical, and vulnerable, to comfortably leave to the political and donor classes. Elections matter. Complaining after the fact is pointless.
So be prepared to vote. Learn what you can about the candidates. Think about the kind of government you really want, and support the candidate who best represents that view. Try to vote for someone, not against someone.
Choose how to vote, whether by mail, during early voting or at the polls on Election Day. Remember proper photo identification is required. Arrange to have enough time. Plan for a ride if you’ll need it. If you require more information, the good folks at the city clerk’s and county clerk’s office can help.
Remember, this is your chance to make a difference, whether it’s your first time voting or if you’ve been doing it for decades. Your vote counts. Do your part to support American democracy.
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July 17, 1935 - October 2, 2022 Clinton, WI - Cynthia Anne Bartlett Bagley (Cindy), 87, of Clinton, WI, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 2, 2022, in her home while surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on July 17, 1935, in Attica, WI, the daughter of Romaine and Faye (Knapp) Bartlett. She married the love of her life, Loren (Don) Bagley, on June 6, 1954, in Albany, WI.
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Dolores Bausum
December 7, 1927 - October 3, 2022 Beloit, WI - Dolores Brister Bausum, who died in Beloit, Wisconsin, on October 3, 2022, at age 94, liked to say that she was born with gasoline in her veins. That circumstance fueled a full measure of accomplishment and plenty of travel. She was born in Alexandria, Louisiana, on December 7, 1927, as the daughter of Elaine Holmes Brister and Commodore Webster Brister.
Always intellectually curious, she earned an undergraduate degree from Louisiana College and a master's from the University of Virginia. She went on to teach at every level of education, from elementary school through college, in subjects ranging from English to psychology. At the same time she accompanied her husband, Henry S. Bausum, whom she married on June 7, 1947, on his own educational and employment journey. That path led them through Washington, D.C., Boston, Louisiana, Chicago, Tennessee, Virginia, and, in retirement, to Wisconsin.
The pair lived longest in Lexington, Virginia, having arrived there in 1964. In the course of the next three dozen years, Dolores taught school, served as a high school guidance counselor, penned a popular column for The Roanoke Times, authored a scholarly book about the cultural history of threadwork titled Threading Time, and founded two businesses, including Quilters of Virginia, a craftwork collective that made award-winning quilts of her design.
The gasoline in Dolores's veins propelled her through the twenty-five international trips that she planned and shared with Henry. She possessed a remarkable mental map of their destinations. Having visited a place once, she could find her way back to the gift shop of any museum, the best places to purchase chocolate, the most scenic spots for a picnic, and the closest elevators, escalators, and bathrooms at any location along the way.
That mental map also helped the couple navigate the world-class gardens that they roamed with increasing frequency in the final decades of their seventy-one-year-long marriage. Favorites included the Kukenhof in the Netherlands, Longwood in Pennsylvania, and the Missouri Botanical Garden. Their personal devotion to gardening flourished at home in consequence; it was a passion that lasted through the final growing seasons of their lives.
Henry died in 2019, some weeks shy of his ninety-fifth birthday. Dolores almost reached the same mark before the fuel in her veins gave out. They are survived by their children David (Mary) and Ann, grandsons Sam and Jake, step-grandson Andrew (Suzanne), and step-great-grandchildren Siona and Quentin.
In lieu of flowers or a designated memorial, the family suggests that others consider the memory of Dolores and Henry by appreciating a particularly fluffy cloud, tending a worthy garden spot, or creating a thing of beauty that speaks to the heart. Alternatively, enjoy a piece of chocolate. Dolores and Henry would be delighted.
There will be no services for Dolores. Daley Murphy Wisch & Associates Funeral Home and Crematorium, 2355 Cranston Rd., Beloit, WI, assisted the family with arrangements.
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Deuel Ross, center, plaintiff’s counsel in Merrill v. Milligan, an Alabama redistricting case that could have far-reaching effects on minority voting power across the United States, speaks with members of the press following oral arguments outside the Supreme Court on Capitol Hill in Washington, Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2022.
Court considers voting rights
WASHINGTON (AP)—The Supreme Court’s conservative majority appeared open Tuesday to making it harder to create majority Black electoral districts, in an Alabama case that could have far-reaching effects on minority voting power across the United States.
Against pushback from Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson and the other liberal justices, Justice Samuel Alito said it’s too easy for people suing over discrimination in redistricting to win because the first bar in the legal test is too low—simply showing that another political district could be drawn in which minority residents make up a majority of voters.
Alabama’s Black population is large enough and geographically compact enough to create a second district, the judges found. as a lawyer in Republican presidential administrations.
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LETTER: Climate change fight continues
The fight against climate change just notched another huge win, although this was much less celebrated than the Inflation Recovery Act. It also comes with a name most have never heard of: the Kigali Amendment.
What is the Kigali Amendment? It's an addition to the Montreal Protocol calling for the reduction in production and use of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), extremely potent 'greenhouse gasses' that are used in refrigeration and air-conditioning. 137 countries had already signed on; now the US can be added to that list.
Why is this such a big deal? Two reasons leap immediately to mind; the first is that by phasing out HFCs, it is expected that the world could avoid 0.5 degree Celsius (or almost one degree Fahrenheit) by the end of the century. Just as important, it was done in BIPARTISAN fashion; the vote in the Senate was 69-27 in favor of ratifying this agreement.
The Kigali Amendment gives me hope. It gives me hope that we can continue our slow, steady march of progress to try to save the world we know and love; and it gives me hope that our elected officials can reach across the aisle and come together on legislation for the good of our planet. Thank you to all of our senators, Republican and Democrat, for doing the right thing.
NATHAN DOMBECK
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Beloit freshman Prabaldeepadodara Khare (26) tries to break away from Lake Forest’s Sam Bickersteth on Tuesday.
Beloit senior midfielder Conor Waldron takes to the air as he moves the ball past Lake Forest’s Brett Klemes on Tuesday.
Aiden Everett provides game-winning goal in Buccaneers first conference victory
BELOIT—With just 22 minutes left in a tie game Tuesday between the Beloit College men’s soccer team and Lake Forest College, Conor Waldron was fouled.
The Buccaneers had an opportunity to take the late lead on a penalty kick, but Waldron’s attempt was blocked by diving goalkeeper Szymon Mocarski.
That’s right about when junior defender Aiden Everett saw a second opportunity for the Bucs.
“You just always have to follow up on a penalty kick,” he said. “The goalie made a great save, nothing put past him, but you’ve got to move after that. And I was the first one to react, the first one ready and I was there.”
Everett took the rebound off the goalie and quickly shot it away from Mocarski and into the back of the net.
The Bucs had a 2-1 lead, one they would hold onto for their first conference win of the season at the Strong Complex Soccer Field.
“I loved it,” Everett said about his game-winning score. “It was amazing. Picking up the team, coming in and doing what I can, putting in a goal for us. It’s like a dream.”
First-year head coach Christian Bitangalo called Everett a “hustler.”
“He came in and gave us a lot of energy,” Bitangalo said. “That’s all that we needed. Everett came in and provided us with that positive attitude, which gave the team that energy as well.”
Lake Forest controlled the ball for much of the first half as Beloit was unable to offensively maintain possession for more than a minute.
Grady Spencer’s foul 22 minutes into the first half allowed the Foresters to rocket the ball away from Bucs’ goalkeeper Brock Bidwell, and Beloit went into the break down 1-0.
“The Foresters were dropping back a lot in our area,” Bitangalo said. “That’s why we had a hard time going out from our box, and we talked to the boys at halftime. We told them that they have to believe, and we have guys that work hard.”
The Bucs did a much better job maintaining possession of the ball in the second half, and they were able to put pressure on Lake Forest’s defenders.
Senior midfielder Andrew Marchesi dumped the ball off to sophomore midfielder Jose Larrain, who scorched the ball into the back of the net to make it a tie game 56 minutes into the contest.
“That was a great goal where we pressed up high,” Everett said. “It was a great pass from Andrew on the outside, and Jose just slotted it in.”
Bidwell had a busy night, providing the team with 10 saves, several of them diving stops on solid shots from the Foresters, while only allowing one goal.
“He’s amazing,” Everett said. “He has saved our butt on multiple occasions, and I’m glad to have him here. I trust him 100 percent.”
Everett also helped his fellow defenders limit Lake Forest’s offense by preventing them from getting good shots off. They had 19 and 11 of them were shots on goal.
“The defenders were holding it tight,” he said. “The coaches set up a good game plan, and they executed it perfectly. They played near perfectly, and I’m proud of them.”
The Bucs move to 2-7-1 overall and they are 1-1-1 in conference play.
“Right now we are just focusing on one game at a time,” Bitangalo said. “We don’t know what the future holds, but for now we are just excited for this win.”
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Bill Knapton and Lance Randall, left, celebrated winning an MWC title.
COLUMN: Naming floor to honor Bill Knapton is long overdue
BELOIT—Beloit College will officially do something on Saturday night that is long overdue.
The Flood Arena’s basketball and volleyball court will become “The Bill Knapton Court,” honoring the legendary men’s basketball coach and former athletic director.
The dedication will be at 5 p.m. in the Sports Center and Coach Knapton’s son, Mike, says his father is planning on flying in from Florida to attend the ceremony.
“I’m thrilled that my mom and dad will be back in town,” Mike Knapton said. “They live in The Villages, a retirement community about an hour and a half north of Tampa. I was there about a month or so ago for my dad’s 95th birthday.
“When I spoke to him Monday he thought he wouldn’t be coming, but by Tuesday he had changed his mind and plane tickets had been purchased. They’re really looking forward to this.”
The naming of the court is a fitting tribute to a man who was so loyal to the college and had such a remarkable 40-year run that included 557 victories.
Knapton’s teams won 345 Midwest Conference games, the most in league history. His teams captured 10 MWC titles, including three straight from 1980-83, and made 11 trips to the NCAA D-III Tournament.
When he retired following the 1996-97 season, the Bucs had tallied 31 winning seasons out of his final 34. His best team, the 1981 squad, was the No. 1 team in the nation for five weeks and finished 24-2.
Knapton had plenty of opportunities to seek greener pastures, but he remained loyal to Beloit College and its D-III philosophy. Because of that he was revered by some of the top coaches in the country.
Duke’s Mike Krzyzewski, who served on the National Association of Basketball Coaches Board with the Beloit coach, told Sports Illustrated: “(Bill) felt what he was doing was big, and it was. In the process, he became highly respected by his peers, and his peers are Division I coaches, too. He is a big success.”
Ironically, Knapton’s final team snapped a string of 20 straight seasons finishing over .500. But for the coach, the winning and losing was never what he enjoyed most about his job.
“For 45 years there hasn’t been a day that goes by that I didn’t sit down and do some X’s and O’s,” he told me after his final season. “The planning for basketball is fascinating. What you can do with those X’s and O’s.”
The games were always a pressure-cooker for the ultra-competitive Knapton.
“I’ve never had a great love for the competition itself,” he said. “It’s too much pressure. It’s almost a negative. That’s not what I enjoyed about the game. I enjoyed the practices, the kids. As far as the game itself, I can’t really say I ever enjoyed that part of it, that it’s life and death. When you put this much into it, the game is too important. It means too much.
“The losing just kills you. How can you enjoy that?”
Fortunately, Knapton was such a good tactician and teacher the victories far outnumbered the losses.
I was still a greenhorn reporter when I covered his 1980-81 juggernaut. It was a tremendous team which frustrated opponents with its patient passing game. They had blue-collar players like John Erikson, Tom Snapp and Mike Waterlander. They had exceptional talent in Mark Smith and Mike Hargrove and they had a flashy wild card in Dave Smothers. Plus there was that musty old Field House with its link to the by-gone glory days of Dolph Stanley and the Bucket Brigade.
I was hooked as a Bucs basketball fan which meant I was a Knapton fan for life.
Over the years, he took teams with much less ability and molded them into winners by fine-tuning some players and turning others into effective role players. I don’t know how many times I saw less-talented Beloit teams knock off MWC powerhouses just because they could out-execute them. They were able to do that because they believed in their coach and carried out those plays he might have designed on a napkin at dinner two nights before.
Knapton took great satisfaction in being a D-III coach serving on the NABC Board, including a stint as president. He was on the rules committee that voted the 3-point shot into college basketball for the 1986-87 season. Knapton’s was the deciding vote. He changed his vote from no to yes and the tally moved from a 6-6 tie to 7-5 in favor.
“Being a part of the NABC board was a tremendous lift in my life,” Knapton said. “It was something I never expected and created a stature about me that I certainly didn’t deserve, but nonetheless happened. It couldn’t help but to add to my confidence as a person and coach, even the way I felt about myself.”
Beloit basketball fans held in high regard the one-time Bloomer High baseball and basketball star who’d signed with the Chicago Cubs and played Class D ball against Mickey Mantle. His baseball career fizzled, so Knapton went on to La Crosse State and was captain of the basketball and baseball teams.
Knapton’s first coaching job was at Stevens Point High School, where his 1953-54 team won a state title with a 25-2 record with one of its victims Beloit Memorial.
Marquette coach Jack Nagle put Knapton on his staff and he served three years as a rising assistant. In 1957, he replaced Stanley at Beloit. It was rough at the start because the college had de-emphasized sports, but he stuck at it. It took him 19 years to win his first 220 games. In the next 16, he won 271.
The rest, they say, is history. Knapton built pride in the Bucs. And loyalty. Players battled through adversity. They didn’t bail when times were tough. There’s a reason why so many became success stories in life and several (Smith, Lance Randall, John Tharp) became terrific coaches.
Bill Knapton’s legacy should serve as inspiration to all future Buccaneers.
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Families Fighting Addiction event set in Beloit
BELOIT - Families Fighting Addiction will present a Faces of Addiction Memorial on Sunday at The Castle, 501 Prospect Ave., Beloit.
Featured speakers will include Tom Farley, New York Times best selling author and community relations coordinator at Rosecrance Health Network. He also is the brother of actor Chris Farley.
Charles Tubbs, former Beloit Police Department Deputy Chief and Dane County Emergency Management Director, also will be a speaker.
Doors will open at 1 p.m. when families will be able to write sentiments on their lanterns/luminaries and have time to reflect.
Farley is scheduled to speak at 2:15 p.m. and Mike Sheridan of Wisconsin Voices for Recovery will speak at 3 p.m.. Tubbs is scheduled to speak at 3:30 p.m.
Lanterns will be released and luminaries will be displayed at Riverside Park around 4:30 p.m.
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Rockford man sentenced on heroin, cocaine charges
ROCKFORD—A Rockford man has been sentenced to 13 years in prison for trafficking in heroin and cocaine.
Tervarie Lottie, 34, pleaded guilty earlier this year to conspiracy to distribute about a kilogram of heroin, conspiracy to possess cocaine with intent to distribute and possession of heroin and cocaine with intent to distribute, according to a news release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Illinois.
In a plea agreement, Lottie admitted that he led a drug-trafficking organization that distributed heroin to other drug dealers and street level customers in the Rockford area in 2017. Lottie and co-defendant Tyshon Watson of Rockford, shared a cell phone through which buyers could arrange for the purchase of heroin.
Another co-defendant, Johnia Wilson of Rockford, recruited individuals to buy heroin from the organization, with Wilson brokering transactions between Lottie and the buyers.
Lottie also conspired with co-defendant Devonte Gordon of Rockford, to possess cocaine.
Gordon was sentenced to 87 months in prison for conspiracy to distribute cocaine. Watson was sentenced to 57 months in prison for conspiracy to distribute heroin. Wilson was sentenced to 36 months in prison for conspiracy to distribute heroin.
Beloit man sentenced to nine years for cocaine, weapons charges
A Beloit man was sentenced in federal court on Thursday to nine years in prison for cocaine and weapons charges.
Two Janesville men accused of cocaine charges
Two Janesville men were taken into custody Thursday evening and are accused of cocaine charges.
Search warrants in Beloit result in drug arrests
Three individuals have been arrested and fact possible drug related charges after Rock County Sheriff's Office and Beloit Police Department personnel executed search warrants in Beloit on Thursday.
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Ty Banks, a sophomore at Beloit Memorial High School, has been named to the high school homecoming court.
BELOIT—Ty’Aysia “Ty” Banks was shocked to find out she was nominated for homecoming court at Beloit Memorial High School. Banks’ first thought was that she didn’t look like a typical homecoming queen.
Banks, who is a sophomore and plays basketball, dresses more masculine and is openly part of the LGBTQ+ community. Banks’ mother, Amanda Ludens, was also surprised by the news, but happy her daughter decided to make the situation a positive one by creating a campaign.
“She told me that she got on court and I asked her what she was going to do because she typically doesn’t wear a dress and you’re going to walk down the aisle with a man,” Ludens said. “She said, yes this is exactly why I want to do it. Because everyone feels like it shouldn’t be done.”
Ludens added that, to her knowledge, it is the first time a lesbian with a masculine persona has made the homecoming court at Beloit Memorial and she likes how this questions the appearance of what someone on homecoming court would typically look like.
Upon research, Beloit Memorial High School PACMES (Public Safety, Automotive, Construction, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Science) Academy Principal and Assistant Principal Jayme Thompson told the Daily News that Ludens is actually incorrect. Thompson said previous homecoming court members at Beloit Memorial have been part of the LGBTQ+ community, and Banks is not the first.
“It shouldn’t feel uncomfortable for anyone, especially those who aspire to be up there as well and don’t have the courage that I feel my daughter has,” Ludens said.
“I feel like it could be a way for me to deliver a message to other people in the LGBT community,” Banks added. “I know a lot of people who would never run because they feel like they would be judged or they feel they’re not allowed to come and show themselves in a way.”
Ludens desire is for all children to feel like they could run for something like a homecoming court. She also wants her daughter to understand the significance she’s making for the LGBTQ+ community in the area.
The homecoming parade for Beloit Memorial High school is set to begin around 1:15 p.m. is Friday. The route is different from previous years based on advice from the Beloit Police Department.
According to the police’s news release in conjunction with Beloit School District and the City of Beloit, the parade will begin at the corner of Middle and Fourth Street proceeding west on Middle, go north on Sixth Street, east on Maple, and south on Fourth Street, and then returning to Beloit Memorial High School.
The suggested parking is at Wootton Park and the organizations ask that those interested arrive before 1 p.m., because the Henry Avenue Bridge will be closed for the parade.
The dance is Saturday for Beloit Memorial students.
Beloit Memorial High School Homecoming
Ty Banks
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Snowmobile classes set in Edgerton, Janesville
JANESVILLE - The Rock County Sheriff's Office will offer snowmobile safety classes in November and December in Edgerton and Janesville.
It is recommended that class participants be at least 12 years old or will be turning 12 following the completion of the course.
Mandatory registration for the first class will be at 6 p.m. on Oct. 25 at the Edgerton Conservation Club, 1006 Stoughton Road, Edgerton. The course will take place from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Nov. 12 at the conservation club.
Registration for the second class will be at 6 p.m. on Dec. 5 at the Rock County Fairgrounds, 1301 Craig Ave., Janesville. the class will be from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Dec. 17 at the Rock County Fairgrounds.
The class fee is $10 per student. Questions can be emailed to trevor.lund@co.rock.wi.us.
Online enrollment forms are available at www.co.rock.wi.us/departments/sheriff-s-office/recreational-patrol/snowmobile-education.
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Beverly Champlin
February 17, 1934 - October 2, 2022 South Beloit, IL - Beverly Champlin, 88, of South Beloit, Illinois passed away Sunday, October 2, 2022. She was born on February 17, 1934, the daughter to Bessie and Lyman Purdy in Beloit, Wisconsin. She married the love of her life, Art Champlin on July 16, 1950 and they were together for 74 years. Beverly worked side by side helping her husband run their business, A & B Auto for over 60 years. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Along with helping run the business, Beverly enjoyed planting flowers, spending time with her family and baking the best cookies! She had a kind and caring heart and will be missed by many. Art Champlin give his tribute to Beverly: "74 years ago I came into South Beloit and found an angel. We were together 74 years, which she took care of me. She has been in my heart all the time and will be 'til I'm gone. I loved her then and will always. We will be together in time and be with our family in the future. Thank you for everything my dearest Bev." -your loving husband, Art.
Bev is survived by her husband, Art; daughter, Cheryle Myers, Sandra Moore, Alice Keniston; 10 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; 13 great-great grandchildren and special little buddy, "Puppy" aka "Donut Dog." She is preceded in death by her parents, 12 siblings, 2 beloved sons, Harlen and Arthur, sons-in-law, Robert Myers and Larry Keniston.
A celebration of Beverly's life will be on Sunday, October 9, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at A & B Auto. Rosman Funeral Home assisted the family. To extend online condolences, please visit: wwwrosmanfuneralhome.com.
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Arraez, McNeil win batting titles, Judge misses Triple Crown (copy)
NEW YORK (AP)—Minnesota’s Luis Arraez finished with the lowest average for an American League batting champion since 1968, and the New York Mets’ Jeff McNeil won the National League title.
Miami’s Sandy Alcantara was second at 2.28 and pitched 228 2/3 innings. That was 23 2/3 innings more than Philadelphia’s Aaron Nola, who was second with 205—the largest gap between first and second in the majors since Phil Niekro led by 49 2/3 innings in 1979. Alcantara also pitched six of the major leagues’ 36 complete games—the previous low for a full season was 42 in 2018.
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BELOIT—The Beloit School District, which was struggling with a $10.5 million budget deficit in October 2021, now has a proposed deficit of $5,997,669 for the 2022-23 school year.
Wendy LaPointe, finance director for the district, told the Beloit Daily News that this is a preliminary estimate and will change after the Department of Public Instruction issues the certification of general school aids on Oct. 15.
At the end of the 2020-21 year, the deficit was $6,233,296, down from the $10.5 million. LaPointe said this was accomplished through the use of one-time funds including Governor Tony Evers Coronavirus Relief Funds and ESSER funding.
LaPointe, along with business services consultant Marc Duff, presented the preliminary budget for the 2022-23 fiscal year at the Beloit School Board meeting Tuesday night.
There will be no increase in state per-pupil funding or revenue limit allowance. This includes $689,257. The district does have $6.6 million of available ESSER federal funding to help with the deficit.
Other challenges include the 2022 District Equalized Property Value increasing by 34.36%. Other news include the non-recurring TID (tax incremental district) closure in year 2022-23 provides $1,250,000 in one-time revenue and an additional $757,764 of State General Aid due to prior year expenditure levels for the district.
In regards to the tax levy impact, for the 2022-23 year, the proposed mill rate is $4.77. The all funds levy is $11,010,459 and the property tax effect per $100,000 assessed value is -$533. Compare that to last year’s numbers when the mill rate was $10.10, the all funds levy was $19,731,301 and the property tax effect per $100,000 assessed value was -$0.
LaPointe said there is still some final work to be done regarding the budget. This includes final student counts, fiscal impacts and the certified state general equalization aid on Oct. 15. The final state revenue limit will also be on Oct. 15. The district is also waiting on final figures for charter school and private school vouchers.
On Oct. 25, the district plans to finalize the budget for hearing and approval, which includes approving the original budget and certifying the tax levy.
“I want you to know that the goal is to have a balanced budget for the 23-24 school year,” said Wayne Anderson, interim superintendent, at the start of the discussion after the presentation was over. “Once you have a balanced budget, then you can start adding back to your fund equity and helping that grow. That’s what the optimal is, if you can start to grow instead of taking money from it.”
Anderson added that he wanted the board to take a look at the intermediate school model and if that’s working, since the data shows that many parents take their students out of the district at that level because they don’t want their students to attend intermediate schools, he said.
Board president Sean Leavy commented that straying from the intermediate model would be a drastic change.
“When we built those intermediate schools, that set us on a path,” Leavy said. “We’re now at a place where our realities are changing. That’s a major shift in one school year.”
Anderson suggested different configurations such as a kindergarten through fifth grade school and then creating a middle school that would include grades six through eight.
The new Action Based Learning Lab at McNeel Intermediate allows students to move and learn at the same time during their elective time in the school day.
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BELOIT- The Beloit School Board has completed the final round of interviews with four finalists for the superintendent job and the board expects to make their choice Oct. 11.
The interviews were completed Sept. 27 and 28 along with public forums held for all candidates where the community filled out forms with their feedback on each individual.
The board will reconvene with Dan Nerad, Wisconsin Association of School Boards (WASB) consultant, on Oct. 11 to discuss the finalists and make a decision on who will be the next superintendent. Between now and then, the board will watch videos of the community forums, conduct reference checks and background checks on all finalists.
“On Oct. 11, the board and I will review all the information and be able to make some judgments about where you want to go for the position of superintendent schools,” Nerad said.
The four finalists for the position are Darrell Williams, Nita White, Brenda Lewis and Willie Garrison.
Williams has served in the Beloit School District before as assistant superintendent of operations, administration and equity in 2015 and interim superintendent in Beloit from 2017 to 2018. Williams resigned from his position in Beloit in 2019.
He was appointed administrator of the Wisconsin Division of Emergency Management by Gov. Tony Evers in July of 2019 and he ran as a Democrat in the primary election for the office of U.S. Senate.
Nita White previously applied for the Beloit superintendent position in 2020 and was among three finalists for the position. She has served in education since 2001. White began her career in Schaumburg, Illinois as assistant principal. Since then, she’s served in Sugar Land, Texas; Elgin, Illinois; Freeport, Illinois; and Romeoville, Illinois.
In 2022, White began as assistant superintendent/principal for the Pembroke School District in Hopkins, Illinois.
Willie Garrison has been in education since 2002. He began as a social studies teacher in Milwaukee Public Schools and has since served in positions at Clarke Street School, Pulaski High School, Hamilton High School in Milwaukee Public Schools and the Wauwatosa School District.
Since 2020, he has served as director of teaching and learning for the Brown Deer School District where he remains.
Brenda Lewis has served in education since 2001. Lewis began her career in St. Paul, Minnesota as a first grade teacher. She’s spent most of her career in Minnesota including in Eagan, Red Wing, and Rochester, Minnesota.
Lewis has been assistant superintendent for elementary education in Grand Forks, North Dakota since 2021.
The district has been seeking a new superintendent since the departure of former Superintendent Dan Keyser, who accepted a position of superintendent at the Stoughton Area School District. Keyser served as interim superintendent in Beloit starting in June of 2020. He was named permanent superintendent in February 2021.
Wayne Roger Anderson currently is serving as interim superintendent in Beloit.
Beloit School District superintendent finalists Willie Garrison and Brenda Lewis held public forums with the Beloit community at the Kolak Center in Beloit Wednesday night, Sept. 28.
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Richard GerhardRichard “Dick” Gerhard was born in Ottawa, Illinois, the fourth child of Erwin and Alvina Gerhard. His family moved to Beloit when he was 6 years old.
He attended School District of Beloit schools and graduated from Beloit High School (now Beloit Memorial High School) in 1948, ranking third in a class of 360 students. he attended Beloit College for two years before transferring to the University of Wisconsin—Madison.He graduated in 1952 with a bachelor of business administration degree.
Dick married Dawna Lockery on June 16, 1956 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Beloit and they had one son, Bruce. Dawna died in 2014 after 58 years of wedded happiness.
Gerhard began his public accounting career at Price, Waterhouse and Company in 1952. He served in the U.S. Army from Nov. 12, 1952 to Nov. 11, 1954, which was the same day that Armistice Day was renamed Veterans Day. He resumed his career at Price Waterhouse in December 1954 and he passed the entire Certified Public Accountant Exam in November of 1955. He became a licensed CPA in 1957.
In 1959, Gerhard began working for Robert H. Solem, owner of Wisconsin Knif Works in Beloit. Solem sent Gerhard to work for another of his companies, Automatic Lathe Cutterhead Company, in High Point, North Carolina, where Gerhard becam vice president, treasurer and general manager.
In January of 1967, Gerhard moved back to Wisconsin to work for helgesen harvestore in Janesville. In November of 1967, he started his own CPA business and in January of 1968 he opened an office in Beloit.
Over the years, Gerhard has been involved in many civic activities, including serving on the boars for the YMCA of Beloit, the Greater Beloit Chamber of Commerce, First Light Group Home, the Angel Museum, the Beloit Public Library Foundation, the Beloit Historical Society, the Rotary Club of Beloit, the Rock Valley Community Programs and Caravilla. He continues to serve on the board of directors for the Beloit Historical Society and is currently its treasurer.
He was named Beloit Daily News Volunteer of the Month in September of 2002. He traveled to Washington, D.C. twice as part of VetsRoll—once as an assistand and later as a veteran.
He has been an Ambassador for the Greater Beloit Chamber of Commerce since 1970 and was named Ambassador of the Year in 1996. He was awarded a Paul Harris Fellowship in 1987 by the Rotary Club and he won the Rotary Club’s Service Above Self award in 1998.
He also has prepared many tax returns for non-profit organizations over the years at no cost.
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Jan Pratka of Rockford is in Florida assisting hurricane victims as an American Red Cross Volunteer. On Tuesday, she helped distribute 14,000 meals to families in the disaster area.
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Stateline Area volunteers assist hurricane victims in Florida, South Carolina
A Rockford woman helped distribute 14,000 meals to families affected by Hurricane Ian in Florida on Tuesday.
Jan Pratka, from Rockford, is an American Red Cross volunteer who is assisting families in Florida following the devastation left behind by Hurricane Ian. She is the first American Red Cross volunteer from Winnebago County, Illinois, to be sent to assist victims of the hurricane, according to Connie Esparza, Communications Manager through the American Red Cross Northwestern Illinois Region. She was sent in an Emergency Response Vehicle, which is equipped to distribute food in disaster areas.
The Northwestern Illinois chapter includes the counties of Boone, Bureau, Carroll, DeKalb, Lee, Ogle, Stephenson, Whiteside and Winnebago.
In Wisconsin, 32 American Red Cross volunteers have been sent to assist Hurricane Ian emergency services. One of the volunteers was sent to assist in South Carolina and 31 were sent to Florida, according to Justin Kern, Wisconsin Regional Communications Director through the American Red Cross.
“So far there are no Red Cross volunteers out of Rock County who have been sent to Florida or any of the emergency locations,” Kern said. “In the coming weeks more waves of volunteers will be deployed and Rock County volunteers are expected to be included in the pool of volunteers.“
So far, 11 volunteers have been sent to Florida from the Southwest Wisconsin American Red Cross Chapter, according to Kern. The chapter includes the Wisconsin counties of La Crosse, Monroe, Juneau, Adams, Vernon, Richland, Sauk, Columbia, Iowa, Dane, Jefferson, Green, Rock, Buffalo, Trempealeau, Jackson, Marquette and Green Lake, as well as the Ho-Chunk Nation.
The storm first formed on Sept. 23 in the Caribbean and was categorized as a hurricane on Sept. 26, according to the National Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service (NESDIS).
Hurricane Ian became the strongest hurricane in that specific region of the Caribbean. The previous strongest hurricane occurred in 2007 with Hurricane Felix, according to NESDIS. On Sept. 26, Hurricane Ian had a wind speed of 105 mph and met the Hurricane Center’s criteria of gaining at least 35 miles per hour in wind speed within 24 hours.
On Sept 28, Hurricane Ian made landfall in Cayo Costa in southwestern Florida as a category 4 storm. The hurricane hit the southwestern part of Florida. Ian started to decrease in strength before crossing back into the Atlantic Ocean.
A category 4 hurricane considered by Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale, would be any hurricane that has speeds of 130 to 156 mph. Hurricane Ian’s maximum recorded speed was recorded as 155 mph hours before landfall in Florida, according to the NESDIS.
On Sept 30, the hurricane made a second landfall on South Carolina’s coast and was categorized as a Category 1 hurricane. It was reported that 17,000 homes lost power once the hurricane landed in South Carolina. This was the first time a hurricane hit South Carolina in six years, according to NESDIS.
Over four million residents in Florida lost power and an additional over one million residents lost power when the storm plowed through the Carolinas, according to NESDIS.
As of time of writing, multiple news outlets have reported that the total United States death toll has surpassed 100 victims.
Red Cross and Team Rubicon volunteers swooped in to help
The American Red Cross and Team Rubicon provided volunteers to assist people affected by the Chemtool fire.
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CINCINNATI—The Cincinnati Reds lost 100 games for the first time in four decades, falling to the Cubs 15-2 in their season finale on Wednesday as David Bote drove in a season-high five runs.
• EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J.—Quarterback Daniel Jones’ sprained left ankle has improved and he practiced on a limited basis Wednesday as the New York Giants started preparations for a game in London against the Green Bay Packers this weekend.
• BEREA, Ohio—Myles Garrett high-stepped through a stretching drill, turned and winked at cameras chronicling his every move.
• CONCORD, N.C. (AP)—NASCAR on Wednesday levied a heavy fine against Kevin Harvick, one of the most outspoken drivers about safety concerns on the Next Gen car, for alleged modifications found on his Ford at Talladega Superspeedway.
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Quarterback Jacob Shafer will try to lead the Buccaneers to their first win of the season in Saturday’s game against Knox College.
Beloit College football team gearing up for homecoming showdown against Knox College
BELOIT—The Beloit College football team’s 28-20 loss to Grinnell College last Saturday was the closest to victory that the Buccaneers had come since the 2019 season.
Head coach Ted Soenksen called it the first true back-and-forth game since that win in October of 2019, but Beloit doesn’t have to use their solid performance for motivation.
Not when the whole season has helped inspire the team.
“This year has proved to the guys that we’re better than we were in previous seasons,” Soenksen said. “Every week is a motivation when we execute better. We were in position to actually be in all four games this year. We have had turning point moments that have shown we are good enough to play with those teams or even take the lead or win, but we just haven’t made enough plays.”
While the Buccaneers left Iowa still searching for their first win, Soenksen said the whole trip was a learning experience for the team.
“It was probably the most painful game this group has been a part of because we knew how close we were,” he said. “And we just did not find a way to finish it in the fourth quarter. It was an intense game, and hopefully we can grow from it.”
Beloit returns to Strong Stadium for its homecoming game, and it will look to send the Buccaneer faithful home happy with a win against Knox College, which is 1-3 and 0-3 in the Midwestern Conference.
“They are going to be a very difficult offense to deal with,” Soenksen said. “They run a triple-option offense, and they get a thousand different wrinkles and variations off of things. Our defense has to play sound, get control and stay within the framework of our defense.”
Prairie Fire QB Kalie Williams is sixth in the MWC with 223 rushing yards, but he doesn’t fare as well through the air, already tossing five interceptions and holding a 41 percent completion rating.
“He’s a smart, athletic quarterback,” Soenksen said. “He knows how to run his system. He knows when to give and when to pull. And once he’s in open space, he does a good job of just being shifty and strong.”
Bucs’ starting running back Drake Marquez has been having an outstanding year, he ranks second in MWC with 381 rushing yards, and he rushed for 106 yards and a TD in last Saturday’s loss.
“He’s just got very good vision,” Soenksen said. “He’s not a flashy runner and he’s not going to just run someone over. He’s going to be very good in tight spaces. He’s very shifty, and he makes good decisions in those tight areas.”
Quarterback Jacob Shafer is second in the conference with 717 passing yards, but he does have four interceptions to only three touchdown passes.
Soenksen said that he continues to see growth in Shafer with each game.
“He’s done a tremendous job from last year,” he said. “He continues to get more of a handle on the offense. He’s hands down the toughest quarterback I’ve ever had the chance to coach. He took a lot of hits last week, but he got up every single time and moved on.”
The 28 points that Beloit’s defense gave up on Saturday was the smallest amount since their season finale against Illinois College in 2021, and they had two takeaways via interceptions.
“Our defensive coordinator, Kyle Langhoff, does a great job getting the guys locked in every week,” Soenksen said. “He stresses that everyone should fly to the ball every single time. Turnovers sometimes are a matter of luck, but the only way you can get lucky is if you’re actually in the right spots and do your job.”
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Sky Carp, First National team up to renovate youth baseball diamond
BELOIT—A youth baseball diamond at the Stateline Family YMCA Youth Sports Complex will receive a facelift thanks to partnership between the Beloit Sky Carp and the First National Bank and Trust.
Diamond No. 2 at the Complex is the recipient of the first annual local Little League field renovation.
A committee of representatives from both First National Bank and the Sky Carp chose the winning field from a list of submissions. The main goal, according to the Sky Carp, was to renovate the field that would have the most impact on the local community. Renovating the diamond will increase safety and help beautify the Complex.
“Our partnership as the exclusive bank for the Beloit Sky Carp allows First National Bank and Trust the opportunity to engage in great community outreach programs such as this Little League field renovation,” said David McCoy, President and CEO of FNBT. “By helping to update the Stateline Family YMCA Sports Complex, we will support area youth and the YMCA’s mission of strengthening our community family by providing an opportunity for everyone to learn, grow, and thrive, which aligns with FNBT’s mission of helping all our families succeed.”
The Sky Carp will draft a plan for renovation and sharing that plan with each of the other facilities which were considered. The goal is to ensure all of the runners-up in the contest know how to improve their fields as well.
“We are extremely grateful to have the opportunity to impact so many kids,” Sky Carp President Zach Brockman said. “First National Bank and Trust has stepped up to help us fulfill the mission of improving the quality of life of the people in our community.”
Stateline Family YMCA CEO Ann Hankins was excited to see the process take place.
“Every day, the YMCA works to help youth and families learn, grow and thrive,” she said. “This same dedication shown by the Sky Carp and First National Bank and Trust will provide a top-notch field where kids not only learn the fundamentals of their sport but also teamwork and other critical life skills. The YMCA is grateful for this incredible investment in the youth of our community.”
Work on the project is expected to begin Oct. 11 and be completed the following day.
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Will Smith movie set for December release
NEW YORK (AP)—After holding “Emancipation” in limbo following Will Smith’s slap of Chris Rock at the Academy Awards in March, Apple will release the actor’s next big project this December.
In the fallout of Smith’s smack of the comedian, the fate of “Emancipation”—a $120 million runaway slave thriller directed by Antoine Fuqua—had been uncertain. One of Apple’s most high-profile productions yet, the film had once been expected to be an Oscar contender this year. But an awards-season rollout of a film headlined by Smith, whom the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences banned from attending the Oscars for 10 years, has obvious complications.
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Beloit City Council plans workshops on Monday
BELOIT - The Beloit City Council will hold a workshop meeting at 9 a.m. Monday at the Beloit Public Library to discuss the city's 2023 Operating, Library and Capital Improvement budgets.
Following the budget workshop meeting, or at about 1 p.m., the city council will hold a workshop to further discuss American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. The City of Beloit has been allocated $15.2 million in ARPA funds.
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R. Tom NightingaleR. Tom Nightingale dedicated his knowledge and time to many causes organizations in the community he called his home.
Nightingale was born Jan. 14, 1945 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He graduated from Beloit memorial High School in 1963 and he graduated from the University of Wisconsin—Whitewater with a bachelor’s degree in business administration in 1971.
Nightingale joined the U.S. Marine Corps, serving in the Vietnam War from 1967 to 1968. He finised his enlistment at Camp LeJeune, North Carolina from 1968 to 1969. He married Kay Pierson on Aug. 17, 1968 and they were married for over 53 years. They raised two children, Tim Nightingale and Kim Schneider.
He worked for First National Bank and Trust Company and then worked for what became M&I Bank, retiring in 2005 after 30 years.
He was a member of the Beloit Rotary, serving as president in 1993. He also was a member of the Rockford Model T Ford Club and the Beloit Historical Society. He was a member of Berean Baptist Church in Beloit.
He served on the board of directors for the Stateline United Givers fun in 1978, 1979 and 1993. He served for 23 years with the group as a campaign volunteer as was chairman of the capital campaign in 1984.
He served as president of the Beloit Memorial Hospital Foundation Board for three terms. He also was co-chair of the Beloit Memorial Hospital Capital Campaign Fund Drive in 1987 and 1988, when $3.5 million was raised.
He was a member of the Beloit Public Library Foundation Board of Directors, serving multiple terms as both treasurer and president. He also worked on the capital campaign team to build the new Beloit Public Library.
Nightingale was named Outstanding Citizen of Rock County in 1978 by the Mental Health Association of Rock County. The Beloit Jaycees presented him with the Outstanding Young Man Award in 1979.
He also was named one of the outstanding young men of America in 1979 by the U.S. Jaycees. In 1985 he was presented with the Distinguished Service Award by the Beloit Jaycees.
In 1987, he received the first Beloit Citizenship Award presented by the Greater Beloit Association of Commerce. He also was named Ambassador of the Year in 1983, an award presented by the Beloit Association of Commerce.
He earned the Service Above Self Award, presented for his service to the Stateline United Way.
He was named Beloit Daily News Volunteer of the Month in September of 1988. He also served as a volunteer for the Beloit College Building Fund Drive.
Nightingale passed away on May 15, 2022.
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BELOIT - Candidates for the Wisconsin Assembly District 45 seat will be featured during two upcoming candidate forums.
Candidates for the 45th Assembly District are Democrat Clinton Anderson and Republican Jeff Klett, both of Beloit.
The first candidate forum, presented by the League of Women Voters and NAACP is scheduled for 6 p.m. Oct. 12 in the School District of Beloit board room, 1500 Fourth St.
The second event, presented by Rock County First, will be presented at 7 p.m. Oct. 20 in the Banquet Room at 141 Roosevelt Ave.
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Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is seen in this file photo. The Winnebago County Board recently approved a resolution opposing the “SAFE-T Act” and the Winnebago County State’s Attorney’s Office is filing a lawsuit challenging the act.
Winnebago State Attorney files lawsuit to challenge SAFE-T Act
ROCKFORD—Winnebago County State’s Attorney J. Hanley announced Thursday his office is joining numerous other counties in a lawsuit challenging the SAFE-T Act, which would eliminate cash bail in Illinois effective Jan. 1.
Hanley said he is challenging the Safety, Accountability, Fairness and Equity-Today (SAFE-T) Act, claiming it is unconstitutional and vague.
“I have joined a joint bipartisan group of sheriffs and attorneys to challenge the constitutionality of the pretrial fairness of the SAFE-T Act,” Hanley said.
He said most of his concerns are with the pretrial fairness provisions in the act. Hanley said the law violates the single subject rule, the Separation of Power Doctrine and is vague.
Hanley said, at a minimum, he would like to see the elimination of the detention net.
“Eliminating the detention net would allow judges the discretion of detaining an individual charged with any crime based upon their risk to the public and their potential interference with the administration of justice,” Hanley said. “I am not a proponent of putting the cash bail back into place, but will be a vocal critic of the current law.”
A detention net is described as a process that determines if someone is detained solely based on circumstances and the crimes committed.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker, who signed the bill into law, has argued that judges still would have the power to detain criminal suspects under the new law based on public safety.
“(The act) does not mandate release, and is supported by victims’ rights advocates,” Pritzker said in a story by NBC New. ‘It ensures that the courts retain the ability to hold defendants who are safety or flight risks.”
On Sept. 29, The Winnebago County Board approved a bipartisan resolution demanding that the SAFE-T Act immediately be repealed. The county board asks that the effective date of Jan.1 be delayed and changes be made to the law.
On Feb. 22, 2021 Pritzker signed into law the SAFE-T Act. It was first approved on Jan. 13, 2021 by the Illinois Black Caucus as part of Black legislators’ response to the murder of George Floyd.
On Jan. 1, 2023 the act will abolish the cash bail system and will bring several other police and detention reforms.
This means that if someone is arrested after Jan 1, they may be released into the public prior to their trial without having to post a cash bail. A judge will still be able to determine if someone should be detained prior to trial based on public safety concerns, according to Pritzker.
The law was drafted to combat classism, noting poorer people do not have the money to post bail and must therefore stay in jail until their trial or they must borrow money to post bail, putting them deeper in debt.
“This law strips the power away from judges and takes away the ability of discretion to detain someone based on public safety,” Hanley argued.
Hanley joins state’s attorneys from Jo Daviess, Ogle, McHenry, Brown, DuPage, Kankakee, Will, Knox, Vermillion, Greene, Scott, Sangamon, Jersey, Moultrie, Douglas and Effingham counties filing lawsuits against the state.
“If the lawsuit is consolidated any decision made by the judge, be it in a different county, will still apply to Winnebago,” Hanley clarified. “It has not yet been determined if it will be consolidated or in what county the lawsuit will be decided.”
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BELOIT—Katie Dupuis, who is a sixth grade English and language arts teacher in the School District of Beloit, has been named Beloit Rotary Teacher of the Month.
Dupuis was nominated for the honor when she was teaching at Cunningham Intermediate School. She now teaches at Aldrich Intermediate School. She has teen a teacher in the School District of Beloit for 19 years.
Dupuis earned her bachelor of science degree in elementary education from Iowa State University in May of 2002. She earned a masters degree from the University of Wisconsin—LaCrosse in December of 2006.
She has been Sixth Grade Team Leader at Cunningham School. She has been part of the district’s Mentor/Mentee program.
Dupuis said teachers who she learned from helped inspire her to become a teacher.
“I knew early on that I wanted to be a teacher. I had some amazing teachers as I was growing up, which helped me decide that this is what I wanted to do,” she said. “”My hope is that I can make a difference for my students aht let them know how important they are. Teaching is one of those professions where you are constantly learning and growing. We make mistakes, we constantly reflect on how we have done things or handled situations, and we are always trying to get better at what we do. Each day is a chance to start again and to try to make a difference.”
She said forming a positive relationship with students is key to teaching.
“The longer I have been a teacher, the more I realize how critical this is. Those connections are so important, and from there it helps to make the classroom a more positive place to be for everyone and allows students to learn,” she said.
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Catherine Jane MacNees
January 24, 1934 - October 5, 2022 Orfordville, WI - Catherine Jane MacNees, 88, Orfordville, passed away at Our House Memory Care, Janesville, Wednesday, October 5, 2022.
Catherine was born January 24, 1934, in L'Anse, Michigan, daughter of the late George John and Anna Maria (Hosking) Paquin.
She enjoyed gardening, cooking, sewing, and painting. Catherine loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.
Catherine is survived by her children: Julie Cable of Sapulpa, Okla., Ronda (Doug) Mahar of Wheaton, Ill., Carol "Cookie" Guetschow of Urbandale, Iowa, Sue (Dave) Draves of Orfordville; 14 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren and sister: Dorothy (Donald) Paschal, Richlands, North Carolina.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, Ronald Guetschow and Gordon Earl MacNees; sons, Gordon Lee MacNees, Ronald (Buddy) MacNees, David Guetschow; sisters, Ruth Morrel, Margaret (Marmie) Daniels, Carol Lindgren, Joyce McCain and John (Dick) Paquin.
A Celebration of Life will be held Monday, October 10, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Orfordville Lutheran Church, Orfordville with Pastor Tom Kreis officiating. Visitation will take place on Monday,October 10, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service at the church.
Private Burial will be in Orfordville Lutheran Cemetery.
Newcomer Silverthorn Chapel on the Hill, Orfordville is assisting the family.
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Norman E. Bailey
October 17, 1938 - October 5, 2022 Beloit, WI - Norman Eugene Bailey, 83, of Beloit, WI, went to be with his Lord quietly and peacefully on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 in his home.
He was born on October 17, 1938 in Richland Center, WI, the son of William and Lila (McDaniel) Bailey. Norman was a 1956 Beloit Memorial High School graduate. He continued his education and graduated from Rockford School of Business and Engineering. Norman was a veteran of the United States Army stationed in Korea during the Vietnam War. He married Jill Daugherty on October 15, 1965 in Beloit.
Norman began his career at Wright and Wagner Dairy, Beatrice Foods and Kerry Ingredients until his retirement in 1997. He attended Heritage Baptist Church of Roscoe, IL.
Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Jill Bailey; children, Randy (Debra) Bailey of Naples, FL and Sara (John) Rempel of Kiel, WI; grandchildren, Rachel, Nate, Rebecca (Greg) Bylsma, Jordan and Alex; great grandchild, Solace; sister, Kathy Church of Columbus, OH; and brother-in-law, Bud Misner.
Norman was predeceased by his parents; siblings, Jim Bailey and Alice Misner; and brother-in-law, Paul Church.
He served the Lord working with the youth, Stockade and Awana. He drove the bus for Sunday School and participated in other activities at People's Church. He enjoyed playing softball and cheering on the Chicago Cubs and Bears.
A Funeral Service for Norman will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 10, 2022 in the Daley Murphy Wisch & Associates Funeral Home and Crematorium, 2355 Cranston Rd., Beloit, WI, with Pastor Rod Anderson officiating. Burial will be in Shopiere Cemetery. Visitation of Remembrance will be held from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service in the funeral home.
Memorials may be given in his name to the Heritage Baptist Church Missions Program.
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Robert Stephen "Steve" Finley
Robert Stephen “Steve” Finley, age 96
Steve Finley took the next step in his life’s journey on September 22, 2022 passing peacefully with family by his side. He was born in Chicago, Illinois, on June 12, 1926.
He will be welcomed into heaven by his wife Faye Finley who preceded him in 2013. Steve is survived by his daughter Judi Farmer, sons Steve (Fran) Finley and Tim (Lynn) Finley, and daughter Lori (Doug) Thomas, six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. His love for family ran deep and he always enjoyed their visits.
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Beloit Turner Rotary Students of the Month
Mikaya Pingel and Michael Erickson have been named Rotary Students of the Month for Beloit Turner High School.
Mikaya PingelMikaya Pingel is the daughter of Jon and Erin Pingel and is a senior at Turner High School. She has been on the high honor roll throughout high school and is currently first in her class.
Mikaya was accepted to be a member of the National Honor Society during her junior and senior years. During her high school experience she has taken many rigorous courses including AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Calculus AB and BC, AP English, AP Statistics, AP Government and Politics, and AP US History.
She is also involved in Science Olympiad and Outdoor Pursuits Club. She has been in Outdoor Pursuits Club since her freshman year and has been in Science Olympiad since her junior year. She has received three medals during regional Science Olympiad competition this past year and they took 6th place overall at the state competition. In addition to Science Olympiad, she is also on the varsity volleyball and softball teams at Turner High School.
During her free time you can find her either at work or volunteering for her community. She works at The Rock Bar and Grill in Beloit. She has also volunteered for many organizations over the years including Meals on Wheels, Salvation Army, Beloit Snappers, The Overflowing Cup, Christ Our Savior, and Beloit Turner.
After high school she plans to attend college, however at this time her major is still undecided.
Michael EricksonMichael Erickson is the son of Jason and Amy Erickson. He has been on high honor roll throughout high school and has achieved success academically and athletically.
He has taken a total of nine AP classes, including AP History, AP Government, AP Psychology, AP Calculus AB and BC, AP English, AP Statistics, AP Biology, and AP Physics. He has received the AP Scholar award for the 2022 school year, and has also been chosen to represent Turner High School at the RVC sportsmanship conference this year. He is also involved in Outdoor Pursuits Club all four years and the Civics team last year, where they advanced to the finals of the regional section.
He is on the varsity football and basketball teams at Turner High School and captain of the RSC state-level soccer team.
He volunteers at middle school football games, Love Begins Here, RSC tournaments, and helped tutor algebra and is currently employed by the Rock Bar and Grill on the Rock River.
After high school, he plans on attending a four-year university as an undecided major.
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TOWN OF LIMA - A Janesville motorcyclist died Friday in a crash on Highway 59 in the Town of Lima, according to a news release from the Rock County Sheriff's Office.
The crash occurred around 6:13 p.m. in the 12700 block of East US Highway 59.
A 30-year-old motorcyclist from Janesville was driving west on Highway 59 and was trying to pass multiple vehicles, including a semi-tractor and trailer, according to the news release. In order to avoid an oncoming vehicle, the motorcyclist swerved back into the westbound lane and hit the rear driver's side of the semi.
Rock County Sheriff's deputies, Whitewater police, as well as the Whitewater and Janesville Fire Departments were dispatched to the crash scene.
The Rock County Sheriff's Office and Medical Examiner’s Office are investigating the crash.
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Twana Reed, 47, Beloit, died September 24, 2022, UW Hospital Madison. A Visitation is scheduled for October 8, 2022 from 10am to 11am with the service to follow at Higher Ground Christian Center, 3160 Park Ave, Beloit, WI 53511. Professional Services entrusted to Foster Funeral & Cremation Service, Beloit, WI
Bonnie L. Barclay, 71, Beloit, died October 4, 2022, in her home. A Time to Celebrate and Honor Bonnie's Life is scheduled for Tuesday October 11, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the BRIAN MARK FUNERAL HOME, 1000 Inman Parkway, Beloit. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared on our website at www.brianmarkfh.com.
Charline E. (Nance) Oas, 93, of Janesville, died October 7, 2022, at Rock Haven. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 12, 2022 at Henke-Clarson Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 12th until the time of services at the funeral home.
David L. White, 63, Beloit, died October 7, 2022, at The Bay at Beloit Health and Rehab. Arrangements are incomplete and pending with the BRIAN MARK FUNERAL & CREMATION CARE, Beloit Chapel, www.brianmarkfh.com, 608-362-2000.
Franklin L. Stainbrook, 64, Clinton, died October 8, 2022, in his home. Arrangements are incomplete and pending with the BRIAN MARK FUNERAL & CREMATION CARE, Clinton Chapel, www.brianmarkfh.com, 608-362-2000.
Albert N. Jenks, 86, Beloit, died October 9, 2022, at Fair Oaks Nursing Home in South Beloit, IL. Arrangements are incomplete and pending with the BRIAN MARK FUNERAL & CREMATION CARE, Beloit Chapel, www.brianmarkfh.com, 608-362-2000.
Matthew D "Pud" Benedict, 42, of Beloit, died October 7, 2022, at Beloit Memorial Hospital. A memorial gathering will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, October 17, 2022 at Henke-Clarson Funeral Home, Janesville.
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Craig girls run away with dual meet
JANESVILLE — Both the Craig and Parker girls swimming teams had a productive Friday afternoon in the Craig High School pool.
Leading the way for the Cougars were Kendal Richard and Dakota Reece, each of whom were responsible for a pair of individual victories to go along with relay wins as well.
Richard, a sophomore, won the 200-freestyle with a 2:09.17 and the 100-free with a 58.71. She was also a member of the winning 200-free relay team, which finished with a time of 1:51.51.
Reece, a junior, swam in the winning 200-medley relay (1:57.74) and easily won the 50-free with a 24.58. She also took home the 100-breaststroke with a 1:09.52.
Other Craig winners included Katarina Dries in the 100-fly (1:08.03) and Aria Clark in the 500-free (6:20.17). Ally Donagan was a three-time winner as well, chipping in on the 400-free relay (3:54.36), won the 100-backstroke with a 1:05.03 and the 200-IM (2:22.68).
Janesville Parker's standout performers were freshmen Lily Mayfield, who placed second in the 100-backstroke (1:07.07) and the 200-IM (2:47.27), and Madalyn Rosburg, who placed fourth in the 100-breaststroke (1:28.60) and the 100-free (1:07.70).
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SOUTH BELOIT - A race car driver died after he crashed at the Blackhawk Farms Raceway in South Beloit Sunday.
Charles Mack, 69, of Ham Lake, Minnesota, was pronounced dead at an area hospital at 7:14 p.m., according to a news release from the Winnebago County Coroner's Office.
The release stated Mack was participating in a race at the raceway at 15538 Prairie Road when his car left the racetrack and hit a tree. He was transported by ambulance to an area hospital. An autopsy was scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 11.
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Parkview School District referendum discussed at meeting
ORFORDVILLE - Officials from the Parkview School District will give a presentation on the school district's referendum questions at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 11 at the Town of Plymouth Town Hall, 8219 W. High St.
The Parkview School District will have two referendum questions on the Nov. 8 ballot.
The school district is seeking a $15.4 million capital/facilities referendum, and the district is seeking an operational referendum, asking voters to approve $2 million in additional funds a year for three years.
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