News Archive for May 9, 2012
Feds give major boost to SHINE project in Janesville
By JIM LEUTE - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
JANESVILLE --
SHINE Medical Technologies got a major boost Tuesday when the federal government announced it would contribute $10.2 million to the company's planned medical isotope plant in Janesville.
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Rock, Walworth County voter turnouts higher than predicted
By CATHERINE IDZERDA - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
JANESVILLE --
It was an unprecedented vote: The primary for the first recall election in the state's history.
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Wynn enters fight to retain 43rd District seat
By FRANK SCHULTZ - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
WHITEWATER --
Rep. Evan Wynn has announced he will run for re-election in the 43rd Assembly District.
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Knilans hopes to retain position in 44th District
By GAZETTE STAFF - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
JANESVILLE --
The incumbent who represents most of Janesville in the 44th Assembly District said Monday he would seek a second term in the November elections.
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Another Orfordville trustee announces run for 45th
By GINA DUWE - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
ORFORDVILLE --
Russell Rucker is the second Orfordville village trustee to announce a run for the 45th District Assembly spot as a Republican.
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Fish kill reported at Lake Leota
By NEIL JOHNSON - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
EVANSVILLE --
Officials were looking into what caused a small fish kill on Lake Leota on Friday just as officials were preparing to reopen the newly stocked lake to fishing for the first time in three years, a local volunteer said.
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Greene, Janesville Parker defeat East
By GAZETTE STAFF - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
JANESVILLE --
Junior goes distance as Vikings end skid
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City of Edgerton expands loan to spur warehouse renovations
By NEIL JOHNSON - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
EDGERTON --
In a move officials say is aimed at advancing a multi-building redevelopment project, the Edgerton City Council has agreed to expand a development loan it awarded entrepreneur Dan Rinehart last year.
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Janesville Craig blanks Parker softball
By TOM MILLER - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
JANESVILLE --
Despite being limited to just four hits, the Cougars grinded out a 5-0 victory over the Vikings.
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Lodi rolls past Janesville Parker soccer
By GAZETTE STAFF - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
JANESVILLE --
Janesville Parker’s girls soccer team scored its third goal of the season Tuesday night but it wasn’t enough in an 8-1 nonconference loss to Lodi.
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Worzala quits Congressional race
By STAN MILAM - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
MADISON --
Dane County Treasurer Dave Worzala on Tuesday abruptly dropped out of the 2nd Congressional District Democratic primary, surprising even his staff.
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Craig High basketball camps set
By GAZETTE STAFF - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
JANESVILLE --
Janesville Craig’s boys and girls basketball programs will host separate youth camps this summer at the Craig Field House.
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Janesville Parker tennis slips past Sun Prairie
By GAZETTE STAFF - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
JANESVILLE --
Janesville Parker’s boys tennis team found a way Thursday afternoon.
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Beloit defeats Janesville Craig in Big Eight dual
By GAZETTE STAFF - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Connor Day’s 76 led Beloit Memorial to a 325-336 Big Eight Conference boys golf dual meet victory over Janesville Craig at Glen Erin Golf Club on Tuesday.
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Beloit Snappers' rally falls just short
By GAZETTE STAFF - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
BELOIT --
Kane County built an early 4-0 lead Tuesday night and held on for a 4-3 Midwest League win over Beloit at Pohlman Field.
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School board approves Jackson roof work
By FRANK SCHULTZ - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
JANESVILLE --
The Janesville School Board accepted a bid of $395,559 to replace the deteriorating roof on the older section of Jackson Elementary School.
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Whitewater Warhawks win regular-season finale
By GAZETTE STAFF - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
UW-Whitewater’s baseball team enters postseason play on a roll.
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Janesville man pleads guilty to pot possession
By GAZETTE STAFF - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
JANESVILLE --
A Janesville man convicted of providing marijuana to his son for sale at Parker High School has been ordered to serve three years probation and six months in jail.
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Janesville Bluebirds fall to Sun Prairie
By GAZETTE STAFF - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
SUN PRAIRIE --
Sun Prairie dominated from the start on the way to a 18-4 victory over the Janesville Lacrosse Club on Tuesday.
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Public record for May 9, 2012
By GAZETTE STAFF - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Clean sweep for Janesville Craig Cougars
By KEN VELOSKEY - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
BELOIT --
Tommy Meister and Brad Money provided high school track and field fans with the head-to-head competition they wanted to see Tuesday at Jacobson Field.
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Orfordville soldier remembered for his faith, service
By GINA DUWE - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
JANESVILLE --
Cpl. Benjamin Neal's first tattoo was a cross across his shoulder blades. "Literally and symbolically, he carried the cross of Christ on his back," the Rev. Kevin Dooley told family and friends at Neal's funeral Tuesday morning.
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Walker surprised with GOP turnout in Wis. primary
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
MADISON --
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker said Wednesday he was surprised and encouraged by the high number of Republicans who voted for him against token opposition in a recall primary.
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Minn. Senate gives Vikings stadium 2nd big victory
By BRIAN BAKST - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
ST. PAUL, MINN. --
After 11 hours of debate and some close calls, the Minnesota Vikings stadium legislation won approval late Tuesday from the state Senate to set up a final round of negotiations.
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Death notices for May 9, 2012
By GAZETTE STAFF - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Power surge: Hamilton hits four home runs
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
BALTIMORE --
Moments before he made history with his final swing in an incredible four-homer performance, Josh Hamilton stepped to the plate in the eighth inning with a surprising sense of calm.
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Effect of NC gay marriage amendment unclear
By MARTHA WAGGONER - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
RALEIGH, N.C. --
North Carolina voters overwhelmingly passed a constitutional amendment that defines marriage as solely between a man and a woman, but not much is expected to change immediately.
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Deng, Boozer lead Bulls past 76ers 77-69
By ANDREW SELIGMAN - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
CHICAGO --
The Chicago Bulls aren't quite finished after all. They're still in a dire situation, though.
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Brewers' offense breaks out in 8-3 win over Reds
By CHRIS JENKINS - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
MILWAUKEE --
The Brewers scored all eight of their runs with two outs, a good sign for manager Ron Roenicke.
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They ate cake
By KATHLEEN PARKER - Wednesday, May 9, 2012
WASHINGTON --
A new study that predicts 42 percent of Americans will be obese in 2030.
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