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Chali Pittman
Madison ‘fanboy’
Dylan Brogan is the latest Madison journalist to cross over to strategic communications. In May he was named the city’s first communications manager. Read more
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Isthmus wins five national awards
The awards were announced July 12 at the Association of Alternative Newsmedia’s annual conference in Charleston, South Carolina. Read more
Jul 15, 2024
Liam Beran
In young voters, Wisconsin GOP leaders see an opportunity in 2024
Wisconsin Republican organizers see opportunities in blue Dane County to capture youth voters for 2024 election. Read more
Jul 15, 2024
Joseph Lekkas
What to do in Madison this week: Palm Ghosts, Özge Samanci and more Isthmus Picks
Isthmus Picks for July 15-18 includes a talk by 'Finding Your Third Place' author Richard Kyte; Dane County Fair returns to the Alliant Energy Center on Thursday. Read more
Jul 15, 2024
Andy Manis
Opera in the Park returns after 2023 rainout
After missing 2023 due to bad weather, Madison Opera is back with its popular free Opera in the Park. Operatic selections are complemented with more popular show tunes. Read more
Jul 12, 2024
Explainer: What is a budget referendum, and why is Madison considering one?
City of Madison officials say declining state revenue, dried-up federal aid have led to a $22 million operating deficit. Read more
Jul 12, 2024
Hannah Jo Anderson
American Players Theatre celebrates its 45th anniversary with music and merriment
“We wouldn’t be here without our incredibly devoted audience members,” says artistic director Brenda DeVita. “Our 45th-anniversary event is also a celebration of them.” Read more
Jul 12, 2024
Samuel Hess
Two sides of the pop dream
Singer-songwriter Jessica Pratt brings her tour to Madison for a performance at the Majestic on July 19. Read more
Jul 11, 2024
Tommy Washbush
One dish: Umami’s tofu buns
"Pillowy" is the only word for this ethereal bun. Read more
Jul 11, 2024
Tommy Kha
What to do in Madison this weekend: La Fête de Marquette, New Pornographers and more Isthmus Picks
Picks for July 11-14 includes the artsplosion that is the conjunction of Art Fair on the Square and Art Fair Off the Square; outlaw country sounds from Dallas Moore at Main Street Music in Brooklyn. Read more
Jul 11, 2024
Tommy Washbush / Freepik
We need some conservatives in Madison
No one is asking hard questions about the Madison school district’s performance even as it is going to referendum to add an additional $1,300 on tax bills by 2028. Read more
Jul 10, 2024
Tommy Washbush
Wondering about Madison’s newly painted red streets?
Likely to launch this fall, Madison’s new bus rapid transit system will cover 15 miles and have 31 stations. Read more
Jul 9, 2024
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The long arm of COVID
Aurora Pop-Vicas, a UW Health infectious disease physician, says COVID can affect any of the organ systems in the body. ‘It doesn’t necessarily end after the acute infection.’ Read more
Jul 9, 2024
Max Wendt
Fresco Opera's ‘8-Bit Opera’ incorporates the fellow art form of video games
Fresco Opera's mission of "delivering opera to all generations through fresh, unique entertainment" is evident with its summer offering. Read more
Jul 9, 2024
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Chali Pittman
Madison ‘fanboy’
Dylan Brogan is the latest Madison journalist to cross over to strategic communications. In May he was named the city’s first communications manager. Read more
Jul 9, 2024
10:00 AM
Wisconsin’s Republican roots date from 1854
Milwaukee is preparing to host the Republican National Convention, which will run from July 15-18, primarily at the Fiserv Forum, Baird Center and Panther Arena. Read more
Jul 9, 2024
7:00 AM
Judith Davidoff
New home for Annie Stewart fountain?
Crumbling and in need of protection, the Annie Stewart Fountain, the city’s oldest piece of public art, could find a new home in the redeveloped Neighborhood House. Read more
Jul 8, 2024
2:00 PM
Tommy Washbush / Freepik
Name-calling over Wisconsin law library exposes an ugly divide
Instead of trading snubs, it would be nice to see the justices engaged in serious, collegial debate about the law. But partisanship on the Court did not start with the election of Justice Janet Protasiewicz and the new liberal majority. Read more
Jul 8, 2024
2:00 PM
Natalia Shevtsova
What to do in Madison this week: Kommuna Lux, Mingo Mania and more Isthmus Picks
Isthmus Picks for July 8-11 includes ‘Moulin Rouge: The Musical’ on tour from Broadway; La Fête de Marquette launches on Thursday. Read more
Jul 8, 2024
5:07 AM
MT Kosobucki
A league of their own
The Madison Women’s Cricket League boasts four teams. Round robin play is coming up later this month. Read more
Jul 7, 2024
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Courtesy National Wildlife Health Center
Avoiding the next plague
The new facility will be a key component of NWHC’s ability to carry out its work going forward. Read more
Jul 7, 2024
8:00 AM
Tommy Washbush
Connecting thread
Christina Ruhaak's sunny, inviting studio gives her space to play and store her textile collection from around the world. Read more
Jul 6, 2024
12:00 PM
Robin Shepard
Duluth delivery
Ursa Minor opened in 2018 and quickly became a favorite of Duluth craft beer drinkers. The brewery has been sending its regular lineup and a handful of seasonals to Madison and Milwaukee since the first of the year. Read more
Jul 6, 2024
8:00 AM
Auntie Luke explains what the Dane County executive does
County governments have limited independence but run critical programs. The county exec writes the budgets for county agencies and can veto county board action. Read more
Jul 5, 2024
10:00 AM
A closer look
Madison poet Catherine Jagoe says Praying to the God of Small Things grew out of two things: “tremendous climate anxiety” and the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
Jul 5, 2024
8:00 AM
In the July issue
The connector
Jason Ilstrup came to Downtown Madison Inc. out of the hospitality industry, and it’s evident. Read more
Madison’s first designated art district?
Over the last decade cultural options have blossomed in the Capitol East Corridor, about half a mile from downtown. Now there are plans afoot to market the bounty. Read more
House music
Kiki’s House of Righteous Music, located in Kiki Schueler’s basement, will mark its 400th show on July 21. The intimate space is adored by musicians and viewers alike. Read more
Behind the Isthmus cover: July 2024
Chase A. captures the mood at sundown on a Memorial Union dock for Isthmus' July 2024 cover illustration. Read more
A league of their own
The Madison Women’s Cricket League boasts four teams. Round robin play is coming up later this month. Read more
Özge Samanci
Discussing "Evil Eyes Sea," new graphic novel, with Nâlân Erbil. Read more
Jul 15, 2024
6:00 PM
Richard Kyte
Discussing "Finding Your Third Place: Building Happier Communities (and Making Great Friends Along the Way)," new book. Free, but ticket required (livestream also available). Read more
Jul 16, 2024
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Jul 16, 2024
7:00 PM
Cycropia Aerial Dance with Searchlights + Ho Etsu Taiko
Olbrich After Hours concert series. $5 donation. Read more
Jul 16, 2024
7:00 PM
