Beloit News
Rockford’s Biggest T-Shirt Store is Opening a New Location in Wisconsin
Wisconsin Stateliners are freaking out, Rockford Art Deli is opening a new location in Beloit, welcome ‘BAD.’ Downtown Rockford, Illinois is in pretty good shape these days. We have thriving restaurants, a new fancy hotel, boutiques popping up everywhere and the number one spot to grab a t-shirt to show how much you Read more…
Senior Farmers’ Market vouchers to be distributed
JANESVILLE—Senior Farmers’ Market Vouchers distribution will begin soon. The program provides vouchers worth $45 to eligible seniors to purchase fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, and herbs from participating vendors at Farmers’ Markets and roadside stands. Vouchers are offered on a first come, first served basis while supplies last. Read full article here
Midwest Darkness: Shining a positive light through the black
Zack Goodrow Jun 5, 2024 BELOIT — On June 7 at 5 p.m. in the Beloit Art Center, J.R. Broshous will unveil his “Midwest Darkness: A Dark Art Gallery” to the public. Organized by J.R. Broshous, the exhibit will showcase 11 artists’ work including feature paint, photography and organic materials. Along with artist Read more…
Fridays in the Park enjoy outdoor lunch-time fun
By Clint Wolf Jun 2, 2024 BELOIT — The sun was shining, the aroma of food was wafting through the air and toes were tapping to music at Fridays in the Park at First National Bank Plaza. Although the season for Fridays in the Park kicked off on Friday, May 24, rain caused Read more…
Construction Is Rolling At The Future Henry Dorrbaker’s In Beloit
By Kevin Haas Rock River Current – May 23, 2024 BELOIT, Wis. — After dining at one of Geronimo Hospitality Group’s downtown restaurants a few years ago, Diane Hendricks issued a challenge to the president and CEO of the company. What’s next? Hendricks and Rob Gerbitz, president and CEO of Geronimo Hospitality and Hendricks Commercial Properties, think Read more…
Destination Downtown with Derek Bayne: Beloit
Derek Bayne May 9, 2024 BELOIT, Wis. (WREX) — Beloit’s downtown has evolved into a destination over the past decade, a far cry from what it used to be. “Downtown Beloit was not a place to be,” says Josh Flickinger, the Beloit Sky Carp Director of Public Relations who has worked in Beloit for more Read more…
Bridge work to begin this month on Broad Street in Beloit
By Brandon Clark May 5, 2024 BELOIT, Wis. — Work is scheduled to begin this month on the Broad Street bridge in downtown Beloit. The project is being done to repair the bridge abutment, replace strip seals, and rebuild approach slabs to enhance the structure’s longevity. One lane of traffic will be open Read more…
Wine Walk in downtown Beloit kicks off spring events
Clint Wolf Editor, Apr 10, 2024 BELOIT — Spring is in the air and downtown Beloit is ready to see increased activities, and with in more feet hitting the streets. The Downtown Beloit Association is ready for another season of activities to get people downtown and engaging with businesses and their neighbors. Read more…
Beloit International Film Festival opens with a bang
Clint Wolf Editor, Apr 8, 2024 BELOIT — John Prusak and his girlfriend, Jenna Graff, were settling into their seats Friday for a screening of the movie, “The Drunk.” The couple came from Hartland, Wisconsin to view several movies being shown during the opening weekend of the Beloit International Film Festival (BIFF). Read more…
Beloit, South Beloit egg hunts offer prizes, family fun
Clint Wolf Editor, April 1, 2024 BELOIT — The egg hunt was on this weekend as children raced around collecting candy, crayons and other trinkets during Easter themed events throughout the Stateline Area. Summit Park Hunt The fun began Friday at Summit Park in Beloit when the Doris Wiles Center of Hope Read more…