Janesville GM End Of An Era

10/20/2026

2005

In 2005, GM once again expanded and upgraded its Janesville Assembly Plant, adding 100,000 square feet for a state-of-the-art body shop and new tooling. The facility featured advanced robotics, specialized equipment, and fixtures needed to produce GMT900 SUVs. JP Cullen completed the work during four strategically scheduled production shutdowns, allowing construction to move forward efficiently while minimizing disruptions to GM’s operations.

10/16/2026

Residents get first look at GM/JATCO site concepts that feature industrial use and housing: esidents got their first look Wednesday at three potential redevelopment concepts for the former General Motors and JATCO sites, offering different approaches to balancing industrial development, housing, commercial space and green space.

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10/16/2026

Could some voters misunderstand GM/JATCO ballot referendum question?: In part 3 of a three-part series examining how people view the GM/JATCO site referendum set for the Nov. 3 election ballot, The Gazette asks residents if they think there's anything voters could misunderstand about a ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ vote…

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10/16/2026

⚾🏆 **SEPTEMBER 1975

— LOCAL 95 BREWERS CAPTURE THE TITLE!**

A little piece of Janesville baseball history!

Back in September 1975, the **Local 95 Brewers youth baseball team** celebrated a championship, proudly representing their team and the Local 95 community.

These young ballplayers, along with their coaches, shared the excitement of a winning season, creating memories and friendships that would last a lifetime.

**51 YEARS LATER, BREWERS PRIDE IS STILL GOING STRONG!** ⚾

And what better time to remember these young champions than as we cheer on our **2026 Milwaukee Brewers in their quest for the World Series!**

From the young Brewers of Janesville in 1975 to the Milwaukee Brewers of today, Wisconsin's love of baseball continues through the generations!

🏆 **Congratulations to the Local 95 Brewers of 1975, and best wishes to our Milwaukee Brewers!**

⚾ Do you recognize any of these young players or coaches? Were you part of the Local 95 baseball program? We'd love to hear your memories!

10/14/2026

Is redevelopment size at GM/JATCO site a factor in balllot referendum: In part 2 of a three-part series examining how people view the GM/JATCO site referendum set for the Nov. 3 election ballot, The Gazette asks residents if they'd prefer larger or smaller developments at the GM site, and if it…

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10/14/2026

January 14, 1986

— Janesville Chevrolet Assembly Plant

Building the Chevy Custom Deluxe K20

On January 14, 1986, workers at the General Motors Assembly Plant in Janesville, Wisconsin, were hard at work building Chevrolet trucks.

At the center of this scene, an unidentified assembly worker wearing a light blue protective shop coat leans over the engine compartment of a 3/4-ton Chevrolet Custom Deluxe K20, carefully working on components beneath the hood. His protective coat helped prevent scratches and damage to the truck's finish during assembly.

In the background to the right, fellow employees work at the body drop station, where the truck's body is carefully aligned and lowered onto its chassis—one of the key stages in the assembly process.

Scenes like this capture the skilled hands, teamwork, and dedication that kept Janesville's assembly lines moving. Every truck that rolled off the line represented the hard work and pride of the men and women who built it.

Built in Janesville. Built with Pride.

10/12/2026

This week, The Gazette provides the public's response on three questions we posed on the GM/JATCO ballot referendum that's set for the Nov. 3 election ballot. This is the first

10/12/2026

10/12/2026

Does city of Janesville data center moratorium matter in vote on GM/JATCO referendum?: This week, The Gazette provides the public's response on three questions we posed on the GM/JATCO ballot referendum that's set for the Nov. 3 election ballot. This is the first of three stories. In it, we tackle the city's recent…

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10/12/2026

February 19, 1980 — Janesville, Wisconsin

A Chevrolet Caprice Classic takes another step toward the open road as its body is lowered onto the frame at the Janesville assembly plant. Known as “body drop,” this operation brings the body and chassis together—a major milestone in the assembly process.

With its spacious interior, smooth ride, and classic styling, the Caprice Classic was a familiar sight on American roads. Behind every car was the skill, teamwork, and pride of the people who built it.

Built in Janesville. Remembered with pride.