LOCAL NEWS
AP survey: A bleaker outlook for economy into 2011
By JEANNINE AVERSA | 7/29
The U.S. economic recovery will remain slow deep into next year, held back by shoppers reluctant to spend and employers hesitant to hire, according to an Associated Press survey of leading economists.
Gulf cleanup will change once oil stops for good
By ASSOCIATED PRESS | 7/29
Retired Coast Guard Adm. Thad Allen said crews are having trouble finding patches of the crude that had been washing up on beaches and coating delicate coastal wetlands since the Deepwater Horizon offshore drilling rig exploded April 20, killing 11 people.
Janesville School Board approves tax hike, budget cuts
Janesville school taxes to support district operations would increase by 4 percent under a preliminary plan approved by the school board Tuesday night.
Group collecting balls, gloves for US soldiers
The Walworth County Council of the American Legion for more than five years has been holding rallies and sending care packages to remind local troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan that their family and friends back home are thinking about them and praying for their safe return.
WCEDA tabs executive director
A Wisconsin native has been chosen to lead Walworth County’s largest business association.
Lake Geneva pier battle stands in judge’s hands
The years-long battle between Terry and Pamela Johnson and the city of Lake Geneva over a pier that is longer than allowed by city ordinance now is in the hands of a Walworth County judge.
Split decision reported in East Troy recall vote
Town chairman out, supervisor keeps seat
Lake Geneva police seek out break-in victims
By GAZETTE STAFF | 7/28
Police are asking anyone whose vehicles might have been broken into last week to file a report to reclaim their property.
Emu exhibit is new to Rock County 4-H Fair
Jon Jennings wants to educate the public about emus in a new exhibit at the fair this week.
First-ever Rock River cleanup set for Saturday
Dave Peterson and Dave Wirth are plunging ahead with the first-ever Rock River cleanup Saturday, in spite of minor flooding.
Andre, George are selected as Rock County 4-H Fair royalty
After spending their lives in Rock County 4-H, Ethan Andre and Anne George are going out on top.
Lumberjack show draws a big crowd
On Tuesday, Rock County 4-H Fair goers were introduced to the Great Lakes Timber Show, featuring chain saw carving, cross cut carving, ax throwing, log rolling and plenty of good-natured banter between Bruce Belanger, aka “middle-aged fat bald guy” and Bob “I just work here” Chaillier.
100 days later, BP taps new CEO, seeks fresh start
By HARRY R. WEBER | 7/28
One hundred days after the rig explosion that set off the worst offshore oil spill in U.S. history, the oil giant behind it is hoping to move beyond the losses, the gaffes and the live video that ran for weeks of the busted well coughing up massive amounts of crude every second.
Police, activists prepare days ahead of Ariz. law
By ASSOCIATED PRESS | 7/28
The sheriff of Arizona's most populous county is making room in a vast outdoor jail and determined to round up illegal immigrants to fill it.
Monterey Mills gaining BP OKs
With two key approvals in hand, a Monterey Mills official is expected back in the Gulf of Mexico region this week to meet with BP about cleanup applications for a Janesville-made product.
COUNTRY NEWS
Rascal Flatts Sign With Big Machine Records
Rascal Flatts have signed a new deal with Big Machine Records, the Nashville-based label home to Taylor Swift. The announcement was made during a Thursday morning (July 29) press conference in downtown Nashville.
Looking Back at 25 Country Artists Who Celebrated No. 1 Debut Singles
Looking back at the last two decades in country music, quite a few country superstars launched their career with a massive debut single. For example, artists like Brooks & Dunn, Faith Hill and Toby Keith all peaked at No. 1 in Billboard on thei
Carrie Underwood Delivers Half-Hour Set at Grand Ole Opry
Carrie Underwood delivered a half-hour set during her Grand Ole Opry appearance on Tuesday night (July 27) at the Ryman Auditorium in downtown Nashville.
Darius Rucker Will Mentor Winner of NSAI/CMT Songwriting Contest
Darius Rucker will mentor the winner of a songwriting contest presented by the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) and CMT.
Gary Allan Raises $225,000 to Benefit Children With DiGeorge Syndrome
Gary Allan helped raise more than $225,000 to benefit children with DiGeorge syndrome at a House of Blues concert in Chicago on July 22.
Mark Chesnutt Tips Hat to His Heroes in Outlaw
"I really had to concentrate on not making it a Waylon Jennings tribute album," says Mark Chesnutt, speaking of his new package of country classics, Outlaw. "To me, Waylon is the ultimate Outlaw."
Keith Urban Performs "Days Go By" With Grammy Campers
Keith Urban jammed with students from a Grammy-sponsored camp during a sold-out concert on Friday night (July 23) at the L.A. Tennis Center at UCLA in Los Angeles.
Brooks & Dunn's Concert at Cheyenne Frontier Days Attracts 20,911 Fans
Brooks & Dunn's concert at Cheyenne Frontier Days in Cheyenne, Wyo., attracted 20,911 fans on Saturday night (July 24), making it one of the most-attended concerts in the event's history.
Rhonda Vincent to Release Album on Her Own Label Sept. 21
Rhonda Vincent, whose departure from Rounder Records was announced February, will release her first album on her own Upper Management Music label Sept. 21.
Musician-Producer Ben Keith Dies at Age 73
Musician-producer Ben Keith, a longtime sideman to Neil Young, has died at age 73.
Gwyneth Paltrow Releases New Single, "Country Strong," on RCA Nashville
Oscar-winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow is releasing a single, "Country Strong," to country radio. The song shares its name with an upcoming movie, which stars Paltrow as Kelly Canter, a faded country star looking for a comeback. The film is scheduled to op
Josh Turner, Wife Expecting Third Baby Early Next Year
Josh Turner and his wife, Jennifer, are expecting their third child early next year, according to People magazine.
