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Candidate pride
There were three primaries for school board seats. The top two vote-getters in each race will meet again on April 2. Read more
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Jenny Peek
Candidate pride
There were three primaries for school board seats. The top two vote-getters in each race will meet again on April 2. Read more
Feb 20, 2019
Council fight card set
Although only four Common Council seats involved primaries on Tuesday, 11 seats will see competitive elections on April 2. Read more
Feb 19, 2019
In the image of Evers?
At last count there were no less than 11 declared candidates for the Democratic presidential nomination. And others are likely on the way. What trait am I looking for? Boring. Read more
Feb 19, 2019
Pure Harbison
UW-Madison’s school of music celebrated the 80th birthday of composer John Harbison with a marvelous chamber concert featuring the Pro Arte Quartet and violist Sally Chisholm on Feb. 17. Harbison was there to take his bows. Read more
Feb 18, 2019
Tell All: My girlfriend is stupid about movies
I consider myself an expert on movies. My girlfriend loves typical blockbusters. Is she going to ruin an Oscar party for me? Read more
Feb 18, 2019
Not just a banking relationship
Rutabaga Paddlesports owner Darren Bush talks about an above-and-beyond banking relationship. Sponsored by Monona Bank. Read more
Feb 18, 2019
Ben Ealovega
Wondrous works
Madison Symphony Orchestra welcomes 2019 Grammy-winning violinist James Ehnes for a magnificent performance of Brahms’ Violin Concerto. Read more
Feb 16, 2019
David Michael Miller
Is Madison in Wisconsin?
Are our cultural, political and economic differences with the rest of the state fueling an ever wider divide? Do we need to come up with a marketing strategy to rebrand Madison? Read more
Feb 14, 2019
Crime and community
Council candidates on the far east side say their neighbors are concerned about crime. Three contenders are running to replace outgoing Ald. Amanda Hall. Staff writer Dylan Brogan reports. Read more
Feb 14, 2019
Eying up development
The four candidates running for alder on the north side will oversee a development boom in the district. Staff writer Dylan Brogan asked the contenders how they will navigate these big changes. Read more
Feb 14, 2019
A last-ditch deal
As more details come out, it appears that no one in the Walker administration did any research on liquid crystal display fabrication plants or on Terry Gou, the Taiwanese founder and CEO of Foxconn. Read more
Feb 14, 2019
Isthmus Events
Isthmus Uncorked
The 2nd annual Isthmus Uncorked will be held at McPike Park on Saturday, May 18. Tickets include sampling from many local, regional and national wineries. Read more
Isthmus Paddle and Portage
Isthmus presents Madison’s favorite lake-to-land-to-lake race, now in its 40th year! Join us Saturday, June 15 at James Madison Park. Read more
Margarita and Taco Fest
Isthmus and Pasqual's Cantina bring you Margarita and Taco Fest, an outdoor festival that allows you to sample the best margaritas and tacos Madison has to offer on Saturday, July 20. Read more
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Tell All: My girlfriend is stupid about movies
I consider myself an expert on movies. My girlfriend loves typical blockbusters. Is she going to ruin an Oscar party for me? Read more
Fighting for a seat at the table
Three school board seats are up for a election this spring, and several candidates of color are running, in part to try to make the board more reflective of the community. Read more
A last-ditch deal
As more details come out, it appears that no one in the Walker administration did any research on liquid crystal display fabrication plants or on Terry Gou, the Taiwanese founder and CEO of Foxconn. Read more
Can anyone topple Soglin?
Five challengers say it’s time for new leadership in Madison — in other words, it’s time for Mayor Paul Soglin to go. But the city’s veteran mayor says his opponents overlook progress made during his last two terms and he’s “not done yet.” Read more
In the image of Evers?
At last count there were no less than 11 declared candidates for the Democratic presidential nomination. And others are likely on the way. What trait am I looking for? Boring. Read more
Feb 20, 2019
6:45 PM
A Bowie Celebration
By alumni of his bands including Mike Garson, Earl Slick, Carmine Rojas, Charlie Sexton. Read more
Feb 21, 2019
7:30 PM
Into the Woods
University Opera & University Theatre Sondheim musical, 7:30 pm on 2/21-22, 2 & 7:30 pm on 2/23 and 2 pm, 2/24. $40-$32. Read more
Feb 21, 2019
7:30 PM
