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The Next Chapter Is Ours to Write: Reflections From the 2026 Forward Janesville Annual Dinner
From Janesville's history and momentum to the power of storytelling and the hopes of its people, the 2026 Forward Janesville Annual Dinner celebrated a community whose next chapter is still being written.
Posted in: Events on October 29, 2026

Member Connect Oct. 27, 2026: Holiday Happenings, Community Events And Member Opportunities
From Halloween fun and holiday markets to community causes, networking and business opportunities, there's plenty happening around Janesville. See what's coming up in the latest Member Connect from Forward Janesville.
Posted in: Member Connect on October 28, 2026

Forward Thinking: Building a Future Worth Choosing
What will it take to build a Janesville the next generation chooses to call home? In her latest Forward Thinking column for The Gazette, Forward Janesville President & CEO Shar Hermanson connects new regional business survey findings, workforce development and the shared responsibility of building our community's future.
Posted in: Forward Thinking on October 26, 2026

Keep Kids Learning: Following in Her Father's Footsteps at Craig High School
For first-year Craig High School teacher Julia Masterson, returning to the School District of Janesville means following in her father's footsteps — literally. After watching him inspire students for more than 25 years, she's now teaching alongside him in the same hallways. Through Keep Kids Learning, Julia shares her personal story about the lasting impact of educators, the challenges teachers face and why supporting our schools matters to Janesville's future.
Posted in: Workforce Development on October 22, 2026

Regional Employer Survey Shows Business Optimism Despite Economic Uncertainty
New findings from the 2026 Next Normal Regional Employer Survey show continued business optimism despite economic uncertainty, improving access to talent and growing adoption of artificial intelligence. Forward Janesville joined regional partners in the initiative, with nearly one-quarter of survey responses coming from Rock County.
Posted in: News on October 21, 2026

CivicCon Janesville Returns Nov. 19 With Former Pittsburgh Mayor Tom Murphy
What's next for Janesville, and who will help lead the way? Former Pittsburgh Mayor Tom Murphy will share lessons in community transformation, leadership and economic reinvention during Forward Janesville's next free CivicCon event Nov. 19 at the Janesville Performing Arts Center.
Posted in: News on October 20, 2026

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Annual Dinner Preview: Zach Atherton on Why Every Busines Has a Story Worth Telling
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