Rising Professionals promote Beloit

RISING PROFESSIONALS PROMOTE BELOIT Since 2014, Rising Professionals have spearheaded the effort to engage and retain rising professionals in the Beloit region. They operate with the goal of forging friendships, cultivating relationships, and guiding individuals towards successful careers. Their primary focus lies in connecting members to their community through innovative and meaningful initiatives. Their mission is to empower and unify rising professionals in the greater Beloit region by offering dynamic social and professional prospects while nurturing

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Bushel & Peck’s Local Market

BUSHEL & PECK'S LOCAL MARKET If you’re searching for the perfect gift or a great farm-to-table meal, Bushel & Peck’s Local Market in downtown Beloit is an ideal spot. For more than 15 years, this 10,000 square-foot space has offered more than your average market. Inside, find award-winning hot sauces and jams, unique specialty gifts, local plants, and a welcoming café experience. Bushel & Peck’s is a one-stop shop for thoughtful gifts and food and beverage items,

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Discover nature at the confluence of the Rock River and Turtle Creek

DISCOVER NATURE AT THE CONFLUENCE OF THE ROCK RIVER AND TURTLE CREEK Nature At The Confluence creates community connections by providing inviting spaces and engaging programs.   Nature At The Confluence is urban environmental learning center located along Turtle Creek where it meets the Rock River in South Beloit, Illinois, adjacent to Beloit, Wisconsin. Located at the half-way point of the Rock River, the property has over a mile of undeveloped waterfront and includes a

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Fulfilling a Dream: Diane Hendricks

FULFILLING A DREAM: DIANE HENDRICKS Diane and Ken Hendricks harbored a dream for the way they envisioned their lives unfolding. “In 1982, Ken and I had a vision,” says Diane, chairman of ABC Supply Co., Inc., the company she co-founded with her late husband. “We wanted to be productive with our lives, make a difference in our industry, and give back to those who helped us achieve our dreams. Ken and I were blessed to

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Making a New Home In Beloit

MAKING A NEW HOME IN BELOIT Change is never easy. Uwe Schnell knows this firsthand. Schnell has been all over the world. A native of Germany, Uwe has also lived and worked in Belgium, India, Hungary and Brazil, before making his way to the United States. It’s been a long and winding road, but Uwe can’t imagine being anywhere else. “I enjoy the spontaneity and the business culture in the United States,” he says. “Germans

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The Real Indiana Jones

ROY CHAPMAN ANDREWS One of Beloit’s most famous citizens was Roy Chapman Andrews, an explorer, adventurer and writer. Andrews is best known for leading a series of expeditions through China in the early 20th century into the Gobi Desert and Mongolia that led to such discoveries as the first-known nests of fossilized dinosaur eggs. There were plenty of obstacles along the way, however, as he battled sandstorms, snakes, and bandit attacks. It is widely speculated

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The Butterfly Club

THE BUTTERFLY CLUB In the summer of 2024, The Butterfly Club in Beloit celebrated an incredible milestone of 100 years of continuous operation. Originally opened in 1924 as the Butterfly Tea Room by Hal and Mae Sherburne, the club evolved into a full supper club in the 1950s, known for its live entertainment, cozy cocktail lounge, and dining. After a fire in 1972 destroyed the original building, the community fought to rebuild it just one

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The 615 Club

THE 615 CLUB The 615 Club, located in downtown Beloit, has been a staple of the community since 1936. Owned by Gregg and RayAnn Hatley since 2007, the restaurant provides a classic Wisconsin supper club experience and welcoming atmosphere. “The 615 Club has always had its place in Beloit history,” says Gregg. “I just wanted a place that speaks for itself. It was here way before me, and I’m proud to own it.” While dining,

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The Rock Bar and Grill

THE ROCK BAR AND GRILL The Rock Bar and Grill in Beloit offers a great dining experience along the scenic Rock River. Known for its spacious outdoor patio, private boat docks, fire pits, newly added pavilion for outdoor events, and renovated restaurant indoors, it's perfect for casual lunches, evening dinner gatherings, and private functions. The menu features a wide selection of well-crafted dishes, including gourmet burgers, sandwiches, wraps, salads, and plenty of vegetarian options. The restaurant

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Learn in Beloit – School District of Beloit Turner

  School District of Beloit Turner The School District of Beloit Turner is recognized as a district of choice with approximately 33% of its total enrollment of 1,650 consisting of open enrollment students. Beloit Turner prides itself on educating students in a medium size district while providing educational programming and extracurricular activities rarely seen in districts its size. The district consists of 4 buildings on three sites conveniently located within 1 mile of each other.

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Learn in Beloit – School District of Beloit

School District of Beloit We are a diverse and dynamic district with more than 5,200 students. Our mission, values, and goals support the academic success of our students. Our dedicated and talented teachers, administration, and staff reinforce and encourage high academic expectations, quality instructional practices, viable curriculum, student engagement, and an emphasis on 21st Century Learning that highlights critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication. Our district is comprised of an early childhood program; six elementary

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Learn in Beloit – Beloit College

BELOIT COLLEGE There’s a huge difference between getting an education and being so immersed, so transformed, so enthralled with living and learning that your education never really stops. That’s what you’ll find at Beloit College. Beloit makes sure students have every opportunity to learn and grow in a diverse and supportive environment, with a focus on helping them prepare for their bright futures. Along the way, students learn the importance of contributing their knowledge and

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