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See all Beloit has to offer this weekend with its annual Heritage Days

Northern Public Radio | By Jason Cregier

Published September 5, 2024 at 11:30 AM CDT

Pictured above is the Bushnell Wheeler House in South Beloit, Il. It's just one of many local landmarks that people can see during Beloit Heritage Days. The event runs from September 6th-8th.

Today's WNIJ Community Spotlight takes us to the stateline of Illinois and Wisconsin. Yes, the actual line.

Tomorrow through Sunday is the annual Beloit Heritage Days festival. The event showcases the history and beauty of both Beloit, Wisconsin and South Beloit, Illinois.

Event organizer Therese Oldenburg tells Morning Edition host Jason Cregier that it's important to pass on knowledge and heritage of your hometown to newer and current residents.

Oldenburg recommends a self-guided walking tour to see all that both towns have to offer, which includes a very scenic river walk in Beloit.

The event takes place Sept. 6-8.

Listen to the full conversation in the link above.

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