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Hello Janesville! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How GEA's $25M expansion could reshape jobs in Janesville.
  • Name released in fatal Palmer Drive crash investigation
  • What did neighbors learn at the GM/JATCO referendum town hall?

Also on today's calendar: 75th Fall Wisconsin Antiques Dealers Assn. Show & Sale and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid with periods of rain, with a high of 68 and low of 49 degrees.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 68, low: 41.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 68 and low of 47 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. GEA invests $25M to expand Wisconsin processing campus (petfoodindustry.com) — GEA is committing $25 million to expand its Janesville campus, adding a 70,000-square-foot facility for manufacturing, research, and training that's expected to be fully operational by early 2028. Backed by a city development agreement and performance-based jobs incentives, the project will grow the site to nearly 30 acres and support dozens of new high-tech positions.
   

2. Rock County Medical Examiner releases name of person who died in Janesville crash (wmtv15news.com) — A Janesville resident was killed in a Sept. 27 crash on Palmer Drive near Beloit Avenue, and Rock County officials have now released his name. Authorities say 39-year-old Sean P. Casey-Schmidt died at the scene from his injuries, and Janesville police continue to investigate the circumstances of the collision.
   

3. Gazette town hall on GM/JATCO ballot referendum provides clarity for attendees (gazettextra.com) — Janesville voters just heard both sides of the GM/JATCO site referendum in a Gazette-hosted town hall that focused on development, public input, and economic impacts. Residents described the civil, side‑by‑side debate as helpful for weighing whether future projects on the south side property should require voter approval, and you can still watch the full forum online.
   

4. Death notices for Oct. 1, 2026 (gazettextra.com) — Several Janesville families are sharing funeral and celebration-of-life plans for loved ones, with services scheduled in early October at local churches, funeral homes, and cemeteries. If you knew Arlis Steinmetz, Peggy Ann Helwig, or Shirley Jean Peterson, you'll find dates, times, and locations to pay your respects and support their families.
   

5. Girls golf: Craig's Stiller, Fox qualify for sectionals (gazettextra.com) — Janesville golfers are making their mark in postseason play, with Janesville Craig's Amrei Stiller winning the Stoughton Regional and teammate Eva Fox also qualifying for sectionals. While Janesville Parker didn't advance any individuals, several Vikings posted solid rounds as both local teams wrapped up regional competition ahead of Monday's sectional in DeForest.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Ether got so much love the last time I posted about him, I figured I'd show y'all how he's doing a month after the vet.
    He is still a happy and friendly kitty. He loves perching on the banister and that's how he gets on my shoulder. He also loves my lap so I monitor… (Nextdoor Johnson/Lincoln)
  • Best job recommendations for 16 yr old female looking for work in Janesville?
    Looking for a job with animals or children preferably. Ex: pet sitting , babysitting, dog walking. Thanks! Transportation is no issue; has license… (Nextdoor Janesville)
  • Mercyhealth posted a job opening for Patient Accounts Specialist/Biller, Home Health/Hospice in Janesville. Apply here.
  • United Alloy, Inc. posted a job opening for Shipping Administrator in Janesville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Janesville here.

Ok Janesville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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