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Madison targets Aug. 6 for ballot drop box rollout
Establishing staff delivery schedules, ensuring security measures are in place and replacing wraps on the ballot drop boxes is needed before the drop boxes will be ready, city officials say. Read more
Jul 26, 2024
Czech mates
The popularity of Czech-style lagers is growing in Madison and beyond. Read more
Jul 26, 2024
Madison watershed studies seek answers to prevent future flooding
Madison is 'mostly on track' with the watershed studies it launched in 2019, the city’s stormwater section manager says. Read more
Jul 25, 2024
What to do in Madison this weekend: Maren Morris, AtwoodFest and more Isthmus Picks
Picks for July 25-28 includes the second edition of Broom Street Theater's 'Our Home States' short plays series; the annual summer concerts by Isthmus Vocal Ensemble. Read more
Jul 25, 2024
Guía Isthmus para el votante de las elecciones primarias de 2024
Isthmus desglosa las enmiendas constitucionales del estado y las contiendas electorales en la papeleta de votación de este 13 de agosto en nuestra Guía para el votante de las elecciones primarias de agosto de 2024. Read more
Jul 24, 2024
Can we stop describing the Upper Midwest as the “Rust Belt?”
The Upper Midwest went through a painful period of adjusting to the loss of manufacturing. But it has long since moved on. “Rust Belt” is not only insulting but also inaccurate. Read more
Jul 24, 2024
2024 Isthmus August primary voter guide
Isthmus breaks down the state Constitutional amendments and races on the ballot this Aug. 13 in our 2024 August primary election Voter Guide. Read more
Jul 22, 2024
What to do in Madison this week: Jen Ruiz, Concerts on the Square and more Isthmus Picks
Isthmus Picks for July 22-25 includes a launch concert for a new book by FlowPoetry; University Theatre presents Tony Kushner's still-relevant 'Angels in America.' Read more
Jul 22, 2024
19 loaded handguns
J.D. Vance’s story about his ‘Mamaw’ best illustrates the vast gulf between people who show up at Republican conventions and the rest of America. Read more
Jul 19, 2024
The Women Artists Forward Fund tries to fill in what Wisconsin lacks in arts funding
Madison artists Brenda Baker and Bird Ross set out to help provide much-needed support for women artists in Dane County. An exhibit at the James Watrous Gallery showcases some of the results. Read more
Jul 18, 2024
What to do in Madison this weekend: MadCabaret, Blooming Butterflies and more Isthmus Picks
Picks for July 18-21 includes Urban Triage's annual Summer Kickback community social; the final shows for the tour stop of 'Moulin Rouge: The Musical.' Read more
Jul 18, 2024
Facing years of budget woes, Madison moves to develop strategy to change state finance laws
If the state Legislature does not change municipal finance law, Madison and other cities will face the same budget issues year after year, city officials say. Read more
Jul 17, 2024
Someone’s in the (brewer's) kitchen
Pilot Project is distributing its house brand, Brewer’s Kitchen, in Madison. Read more
Jul 17, 2024
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For many RNC protesters, there is dissatisfaction with both Republicans and Democrats
While targeting the RNC and Republican Party, many protesters in Milwaukee also spoke of an American political system they feel has disregarded their needs. Read more
Jul 16, 2024
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RNC raises profiles of Wisconsin’s Gen Z party leaders
Milwaukee’s GOP party chair is 23-year-old Hilario Deleon. Dane County’s GOP chair is 24-year-old Brandon Maly. Both see hope in capturing youth voters for 2024. Read more
Jul 16, 2024
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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One dish: Umami’s tofu buns
"Pillowy" is the only word for this ethereal bun. Read more
Jul 11, 2024
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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
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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
Angels in America Part 1: Millennium Approaches
University Theatre: Tony Kushner's drama about the AIDS epidemic, 7/25-8/4, Vilas Hall-Hemsley Theatre, at 7:30 pm Wednesday-Saturday and 2 pm Sunday. $28. Read more
Jul 26, 2024
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Isthmus Vocal Ensemble
"Wild Forces," 7:30 pm, 7/26, Bethel Lutheran Church; and 3 pm, 7/28, Christ Presbyterian Church. $25. isthmusvocalensemble.org. Read more
Jul 26, 2024
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Our Home States
Focusing on the nine northeastern states, 7/26-8/17, Broom Street Theater, at 8 pm Thursday-Saturday. Read more
Jul 26, 2024
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Ring Round the Moon
Jean Anouih comedy adapted by Christopher Fry, 6/8-9/20. Read more
Jul 26, 2024
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AtwoodFest
7/27-28, Atwood Avenue. Click through for schedule. Read more
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