I am supporting Cathy Myers, Janesville, for Assembly District 44 in the Aug. 13 primary election. Please join me in voting for her.
I support Ann Roe for state Assembly, and I encourage you to join me in voting for her on Aug. 13 in a democratic primary. She believes in the…
I remember when two of my grandchildren, ages 12 and 9, came to visit and we attended the Whitewater Farmers Market. The kids loved browsing t…
SSM Health St. Mary’s Foundation – Janesville would like to sincerely thank the Women 4 Wellness committee and all who attended the organizati…
Several years ago, Whitewater area farmers and manufacturers, in need of laborers, started hiring immigrants to work in their fields and facto…
We know a thing or two about what it takes to represent the good people of the 44th Assembly District – commitment to our community and the ab…
Reason Magazine -- many of us do not engage with it:, "too intentional, not entertaining enough" -- presents in-depth facts on its subjects. I…
I just returned from the Poor People’s Campaign Mass Assembly of Poor and Low Wage Workers in Washington DC on June 29, 2024.
I am a volunteer for Cathy Myers – a Democratic primary candidate for Wisconsin Assembly District 44.
When the tornado damaged the buildings and grounds of Christ the Rock Church, we were overwhelmed by the enormous task of cleaning up the tree…
Reason Magazine -- many of us do not engage with it:, "too intentional, not entertaining enough" -- presents in-depth facts on its subjects. I…
I encourage all who live in the 44th Assembly District to vote for Ann Roe as we approach the primary election on Aug. 13.
When I was a child back in the early 1950’s, if a child lied or spoke disrespectfully, parents might threaten, "I’m going to wash your mouth o…
Well, it's now a few days after the first presidential debate of this cycle, and the cries for Biden to withdraw from the race are coming in f…
It is interesting that our city manager apparently does not think a tornado striking the city he's hired to manage is worthy of his appearance…
In this surreal world, nothing is out of the question as what the “deep state” will do to maintain power. They now openly persecute political …
I like law and order and I hear lots of others do as well.
In one of his many advertisements, Erik Hovde promises to “stop the crazy spending” in Washington. He might well have voted with the Republica…
How many people in Janesville own guns and take drugs? A dozen? A hundred? How many of them have been put on trial? How many of them have been…
I completely agree with D. Smiskey's letter to the editor on May 24 re: democracy. Former President Trump is not interested in democracy; he w…
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I want to tell you why I’m supporting Cathy Myers as District 44 Representative to lead the Janesville area in the Wisconsin State Assembly. A…
I saw a letter to the editor in the June 12 paper from Jim Farrell, a former city councilman and county board member.
Donald Trump and some Republicans blame the Democrats, DOJ, FBI and the CIA for all of his problems. The people who testified before the Janua…
This is to inform, not criticize. People should open their eyes to see what’s really at stake for our country.
I find it hard to believe that Mr. Trump and MAGA Republicans claim elections are unfair and rigged. It seems they are now claiming that our j…
Trump's most recent trial regarding the “hush money” payments and then falsifying business records to hide them, was in Manhattan because that…
I heard many negative comments made by local candidates concerning property taxes during the Spring election.
When Pol Pot killed millions in Cambodia, we called it genocide. When thousands were killed in Rwanda, we called it genocide. When Milosevic k…
A year ago, nearly 100% of economists predicted we would be in a recession by January 2024. Why did they predict that, and why aren’t we? Beca…
Being 81 years old I’ve lived in two Americas.
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Actions speak louder than words.
A republic, if you can keep it.”
Election integrity is a growing concern among Americans. It isn’t so much a Republican-Democratic thing, it’s more of an American issue. It’s …
As I think about Memorial Day coming soon, I think about my dad who was a World War II veteran from Rock County, Milton.
As Emergency Medicine Services (EMS) Week commences on May 19, communities across the country join in celebrating the vital role of EMS provid…
I just do not understand why the powers that be want to take some of the richest land for the solar farm when the GMAD property is vacant and …
I agree with the opinion expressed by Mr. Gatton (Your Views dated 09 May 2024), mainly because the EV mandate encroaches on our individual fr…
Written on the front of the Supreme Court building are the words equal, justice, under, law. Those four words are about to be put to the ultim…
A letter was published on Thursday the 19th objecting to electric car mandates. I will begin my reply with a quote from The Hobbit, ‘‘It does …
The situation in Gaza is disturbing. I’m frustrated that President Biden isn’t moving faster to create an acceptable and peaceful solution. Wi…
The situation in Gaza is disturbing. I’m frustrated that President Biden isn’t moving faster to create an acceptable and peaceful solution. Wi…
Wisconsin Senate candidate Eric Hovde claims that excessive spending by Senator Tammy Baldwin and President Joe Biden are responsible for our …
Just months removed from stories of electric vehicles being stuck at charging stations because the cold weather left them unable to charge, th…
Rock Prairie Montessori School celebrated its 30th anniversary at our recent Bids 4 Kids Silent Auction Event and we enjoyed seeing some of ou…
On behalf of Mercyhealth, I would like to express my gratitude to our 1,861 nurses during National Nurses Week, May 6-12.These selfless indivi…
Candidate Trump outlined his second term for Time magazine if elected.He plans to deport more than 11 million people from the country. Trump w…
Two months after I graduated high school, the U.S. Congress passed the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Per the National Archives:"This act was sign…
By Chinese law, TikTok and it’s Chinese owner Bytedance are required to support, assist and cooperate with Chinese national intelligence deman…
I can accept the fact that our politicians are imperfect human beings, just like the rest of us. Sometimes, because politics is what it is, ou…
As Teacher Appreciation Week approaches, it is imperative that we take a moment to acknowledge and celebrate the outstanding work of our Evans…
Tammy Baldwin has this “holier than though” image.While I must admit she has done some very good things for the state, her stance on allowing …
When it's time for an election I like to know how my representatives voted on issues I care about. Unfortunately, that information does not of…
Remember the days when right-leaning groups would tell us that corporations have the freedom to do what they want?Boy have times have changed.…
Pay attention to Project 2025, a product of the Heritage Foundation.It’s playbook, “Mandate for Leadership: The Conservative Promise,” reveals…
April is National Parkinson's Awareness Month. Parkinson’s is the second most common neurodegenerative disease after Alzheimer’s. Nearly one m…
When I read Frank Schultz's article (March 26) to vote "uninstructed" rather than Joe Biden, I went right back and read it several more times …
Nearly 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's, including 110,000 in Wisconsin. As an Alzheimers's Association advocate, it is my hono…
The Janesville Kiwanis Golden "K" Club would like to thank the community for all the donations to the Easter Lily lapel promotion, which was h…
Kudos for the reporting on increases in school referenda in the March 29 “Here and Now” (PBS Wisconsin) program.Per a related PBS article post…
It's been said that our immigration system is broken. That's not true.Our government refuses to enforce existing immigration laws. We wouldn't…
In the Civil War and WWI, Janesville men and women answered the call to serve. In 1917, Janesville was being considered as a site for an army …
We have a presidential candidate who chooses to weaponize fear and hate, silence dissent and undermine the rule of law. He tells us we should …
Mark Pocan is a hypocrite.Mr. Pocan was a guest on the morning talk show on Wednesday March 27.He supported the overthrow of Israeli Prime Min…
R.J. Sutterlin is seeking a second term on the Rock County Board of Supervisors from District 18. As a citizen of District 18, I would encoura…
I think it would be to our benefit to cast our ballet for Matt McIntyre for our Edgerton City Council District 1. Matt has a lot of positive f…
Richard Bostwick is right for the county board, and is needed as the chair. I served with Rich on the human services committee and the conserv…
I am writing in support of Janesville City Council Candidate Larry Squire in the upcoming election.As a former Janesville City Councilman, I u…
In 1927, the dictator of Italy, Mussolini, was showing U.S. citizen Cornelius Vanderbilt “his Italy” in a speeding car. At speeds up to 95 mil…
With this being another election year it is imperative that everyone gets out to vote. The future of our nation, its democracy, and our way of…
I was shown that there are still very kind people in this community. I was at Menards this afternoon and opened the back door to my truck. A f…
How should I vote on the state constitutional amendment questions in the April election?The wording of the questions is difficult to unpack. R…
Beware on Constitutional Amendments — vote no. On the April 2 ballot, voters are being asked two deceptively worded questions about amending t…
Beware the two constitutional amendments on our ballots for the April 2 election.These constitutional amendments are rooted in disinformation …
The Constitutional amendment referendums on the April ballot are flawed solutions in search of a non-existent problem. Inherent in the referen…
Edgerton's voters would be wise to cast ballots for political newcomer Michelle Crisanti and experienced leader Debi Towns on April 2.
There are two referendums on the April 2 ballots that would result in drastic changes to the Wisconsin Constitution. These changes could resul…
House Speaker Mike Johnson, on orders from Trump, killed a bill to implement harsh immigration laws and spend $24 billion to strengthen the Me…
The incredible progress made toward slowing the cognitive decline of early-stage Alzheimer’s should be cause for celebration; two new treatmen…
Republicans are asking people to consider if they are better off today than they were four years ago. Maybe they are hoping we will have forgo…