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News from August 2024

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University awards eight projects under Reilly-Baldwin endowment

By Madison Reporter | Aug 12, 2024

The Wisconsin Idea Endowment has awarded grants for 2024, continuing its mission of fostering collaborations that address diverse issues, from enhancing entrepreneurship resources for newcomers to co-designing lake research with tribal communities in northern Wisconsin.

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Dane County home valuation prices rose in July compared to the same period in 2023

By Madison Reporter | Aug 11, 2024

In July, the median sale price of a home in Dane County rose by $24,700 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 4.3%.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Dane County in week ending Aug. 3?

By Madison Reporter | Aug 11, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Home sales in Dane County during week ending Aug. 3

By Madison Reporter | Aug 11, 2024

There were 232 reported residential sales in Dane County in the week ending Aug. 3, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Madison Reporter area weekly mass times

By Madison Reporter | Aug 10, 2024

The following parishes in the Madison Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Dane County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Aug. 3

By Madison Reporter | Aug 10, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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4 gas stations in cities throughout Dane County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Aug. 3

By Madison Reporter | Aug 9, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at four gas stations in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Madison Public Library launches Care & Repair program series

By Madison Reporter | Aug 9, 2024

MADISON, WI – From August 9 to November 15, Madison Public Library is hosting a series of free events focused on learning to mend, repair, and care for household items, including clothing and bikes. The Care & Repair program is made possible thanks to Beyond the Page, an endowment that funds free humanities programs at Dane County libraries.

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Chancellor Mnookin highlights UW-Madison's role at Wisconsin State Fair

By Madison Reporter | Aug 9, 2024

Chancellor Mnookin, Wisconsin State Fair and Badgers everywhere

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Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Dane County in week ending Aug. 3

By Madison Reporter | Aug 9, 2024

The lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Madison College tackles child care challenges for student parents

By Madison Reporter | Aug 8, 2024

Madison College is prioritizing child care solutions for its student parents, addressing what Valentina Ahedo, Vice President of Academic Affairs for Regional Campuses & Educational Pathways, describes as a "wicked problem." With 42% of its students being parents, the college aims to provide accessible child care to support their educational pursuits.

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Madison Mini Marathon prompts road closures in downtown and UW campus areas

By Madison Reporter | Aug 8, 2024

Several downtown and UW campus streets will be closed on Saturday morning, August 10, 2024, for the Madison Mini Marathon event. The event consists of two races—a half marathon starting at 7:00 am and a 5K race starting at 7:15 am. Race maps can be found on the Madison Mini Marathon website.

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Federal funding expands affordable housing access for homeless veterans in Madison

By Madison Reporter | Aug 8, 2024

More veterans facing homelessness will have expanded access to affordable housing in the City of Madison thanks to new funding and guidance from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

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Ride the Drive returns this Sunday for community celebration

By Madison Reporter | Aug 8, 2024

The weather looks favorable for the return of Ride the Drive this Sunday, August 11. The free event will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., during which select city streets will be closed to motor vehicles and six Parks Hubs will host various activities, bike checks, food, and entertainment.

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City Clerk's Office outlines accessible voting options for August primary

By Madison Reporter | Aug 8, 2024

The City Clerk’s Office is informing voters about accessible options for the August 13 Partisan Primary.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Dane County in week ending Aug. 3?

By Madison Reporter | Aug 7, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at six gas stations in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E15 gas in cities in Dane County in week ending Aug. 3?

By Madison Reporter | Aug 7, 2024

The lowest price of E15 gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Student body in Dane County universities comprised mostly of white students in 2022-23 school year

By Madison Reporter | Aug 7, 2024

Enrollment data for the eight universities in Dane County revealed white was the most common ethnicity among students in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

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Madison aims for mammoth-sized goal in food scrap composting

By Madison Reporter | Aug 7, 2024

Our three free food scraps drop-off sites at farmers' market locations around Madison have surpassed 10,000 pounds collected for composting this year. This achievement places us ahead of last year’s pace.

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Street closures announced for Ride the Drive event on August 11

By Madison Reporter | Aug 6, 2024

John Nolen Drive, Williamson Street, S Ingersoll Street, North Shore Drive, Proudfit Street, Regent Street, and S Orchard Street will be closed this Sunday, August 11 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.