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Dane County ‘sustainability campus’ could break ground later this year
Dane County’s Rodefeld Landfill is nearing the end of its life. A new ‘sustainability campus’ will serve as a central location for treating and processing waste and recycling. Read more
Jan 20, 2025
Lobbyists vie for Wisconsin budget-bill favors
The start of the new legislation session requires lobbyists to register with the State Ethics Commission, declaring the causes, issues and organizations for which they are advocating. Read more
Jan 20, 2025
Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Wisconsin agency launches probe into Ridglan Farms
Ridglan Farms, a dog breeding and research facility in Dane County, is being investigated by the state Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection for recurring violations of state animal welfare standards. Read more
Jan 16, 2025
Liam Beran
Skaters, hockey players turn out in droves as city council approves future plan for Madison ice arenas
The city of Madison ended its existing land contracts for two ice arenas and transferred full ownership to two nonprofits. Read more
Jan 15, 2025
Republicans in Wisconsin Legislature dismiss Evers plea for citizen lawmaking
Gov. Tony Evers wants Wisconsin to be the 25th state with citizen initiatives that let constitutional amendments and new laws be enacted without approval by governors or legislators. Read more
Jan 13, 2025
Madison Mallards
Madison parks commission greenlights continued fireworks at Warner Park games
The Mallards and Night Mares will host six fireworks displays and one drone show at Warner Park this year. Read more
Jan 9, 2025
Direct Action Everywhere
Judge: Let special prosecutor decide if Ridglan Farms committed crimes
A Dane County judge has ordered that a special prosecutor be appointed to investigate allegations of animal cruelty at Ridglan Farms, a dog breeding and research facility in the town of Blue Mounds. Read more
Jan 9, 2025
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Liam Beran
Madison’s red bus lanes were meant to last 10 years. They’re already chipping.
Near campus and downtown, flakes of the red paint covering bus-only lanes have been accumulating. Read more
Jan 8, 2025
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Myadze does not file reelection papers; Crawford v. Schimel for Supreme Court
Local races seem largely quiet this year. But the state Supreme Court and education superintendent races look to be bitter fights. Read more
Jan 7, 2025
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Tommy Washbush
‘A tinkerer’s paradise’
A magical storage space now, the third floor of the Madison Children's Museum will, with the help of a recent multi-million grant, be turned into another floor of exhibits. Read more
Jan 7, 2025
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Bobbie Harte
Be Well MSN tries to connect providers and community centers
Coming up with a sustainable model for wellness practitioners providing services in neighborhood centers has proven rewarding but challenging for Be Well MSN. What’s next? Read more
Jan 7, 2025
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Liam Beran
Taxpayers are on the hook for Dane County ice rescues
No ice is safe ice, say city and county officials. That doesn’t stop some residents from heading on the ice. Read more
Jan 6, 2025
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In the December issue
Control of Wisconsin Supreme Court is again at stake in pivotal election
Justice Ann Walsh Bradley is retiring after 30 years on the high court. Most likely the contest for her seat will pit Susan Crawford, a Dane County judge, against former Attorney General Brad Schimel, a Waukesha County judge. Read more
Annie Forest is building a fitness business around vulnerability and community
It's all about stacking successes at this gym that gives people a sense of safety and ease. Read more
The year in Madison restaurant openings and closings — and relocations
Perhaps the most exciting restaurant news was not about an opening but a move — Mint Mark left its small quarters in Schenk’s Corners for a space in The Eastern. Read more
Anti-fluoride activists target Wisconsin cities
Members of a growing anti-fluoridation movement have prompted at least nine Wisconsin municipalities to remove fluoride from their drinking water this year. Read more
A retreat where nature is the guide
“The throughline of all these retreats is quiet, time with the land, and time with oneself,” says Pam Shellberg of Holy Wisdom. The first retreat, Winter Rest, on Jan. 10-11, is full, but looking forward there’s three more. Read more
