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News from August 2024

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UW-Madison experts discuss back-to-school topics

By Madison Reporter | Aug 22, 2024

Experts from the University of Wisconsin–Madison are prepared to discuss various topics related to the upcoming school year. The faculty members, spanning multiple departments within the School of Education, offer insights on issues ranging from artificial intelligence in education to mental health support for students.

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Madison prepares residents for new bus-only lanes ahead of BRT launch

By Madison Reporter | Aug 22, 2024

As the city prepares for the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system to launch on September 22, the Madison Department of Transportation aims to ensure drivers understand how to navigate new dedicated bus lanes. Indicated by segments of red pavement, “BUS ONLY” lane markings, lane striping, and signage, these dedicated lanes are expected to improve reliability for buses, contribute to smoother traffic flow, and enhance safety for all street users.

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Highlights from UW-Madison's busy summer of research achievements

By Madison Reporter | Aug 21, 2024

From major research milestones to gold medals to the rite of passage known as SOAR (Student Orientation, Advising and Registration), the past few months were filled with a mix of work and play—it’s what Badgers do best. Before the hustle and bustle of another academic year begins, let’s take a look back at a few standout moments from this summer.

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Homicides significantly impact life expectancy gap amid pandemic: UW-Madison study

By Madison Reporter | Aug 21, 2024

Even as COVID raged, spikes in homicide were a significant drag on life expectancy for Black men

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St. Francis Xavier's parishioner: 'No current hope' for inflation improving

By Madison Reporter | Aug 20, 2024

Daniel Draves, a Mazomanie resident and member of the St. Francis Xavier parish, said there is "no current hope" for inflation under the current leadership.

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Alder Sabrina Madison to host town hall on Imagination Center at Reindahl Park

By Madison Reporter | Aug 20, 2024

Alder Sabrina Madison of District 17 will host a Town Hall to engage with area residents about the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park on August 27, 2024. The event, organized in collaboration with the Sandburg Area Neighborhood Association, aims to inform attendees about budget threats, educate them on the library's benefits, and offer guidance on effective advocacy for this community resource.

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University of Wisconsin-Madison undergoes summer renovations ahead of fall semester

By Madison Reporter | Aug 20, 2024

Several University of Wisconsin–Madison workers spent late summer painting and repairing campus buildings and other facilities to ensure they are at their best when students return for the fall semester. Facilities Planning and Management maintains the 939-acre UW campus and its 420 buildings, as well as grounds, walkways, roadways, parking lots, vehicles, and utility generation and distribution systems.

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Sustainable tips provided for successful move-in at UW-Madison

By Madison Reporter | Aug 20, 2024

The annual arrival of new and returning Badgers on campus signals the start of another academic year. This busy period also presents an opportunity to incorporate sustainable practices and contribute to UW–Madison’s Zero Waste goal.

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Mayor Rhodes-Conway comments on Madison Common Council's referendum resolution

By Madison Reporter | Aug 20, 2024

For Immediate Release

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Summer brings scientific activity to UW-Madison's Trout Lake Station

By Madison Reporter | Aug 19, 2024

Summer at UW–Madison’s Trout Lake Station is marked by a flurry of scientific activity. Researchers and students converge on the site to conduct various studies, contributing to the advancement of environmental science.

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Madison College receives $1M NSF grant for equity in STEM education

By Madison Reporter | Aug 19, 2024

Madison College has received a $1 million National Science Foundation grant to enhance its efforts in promoting equity in STEM fields. By offering a scholarship program for talented, low-income students, hosting awareness-raising events, and leveraging the Madison College STEM Center for mentorship and research opportunities, the project aims to increase the recruitment, retention, and workforce transition of underrepresented students.

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Madison set to launch East-West bus rapid transit line on September 22

By Madison Reporter | Aug 19, 2024

Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway has announced that Madison will introduce a new era of public transportation with the launch of Metro Transit’s East-West bus rapid transit (BRT) line on September 22. This initiative is part of Mayor Rhodes-Conway's MetroForward project, which began in 2019 to address the city's growing transportation needs.

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Madison public libraries announce Labor Day closure and Sunday hours resumption

By Madison Reporter | Aug 19, 2024

All library locations in Madison will be closed for in-person service on Monday, September 2, in observance of Labor Day. The libraries will reopen on Tuesday, September 3, with regular hours.

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Invasive insect impacts native species through increased plant toxicity

By Madison Reporter | Aug 19, 2024

Trees stripped by invasive caterpillars muster defenses that can harm native insects

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Dane County in week ending Aug. 10?

By Madison Reporter | Aug 19, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Dane County home sales in week ending Aug. 10

By Madison Reporter | Aug 17, 2024

There were 169 reported residential sales in Dane County in the week ending Aug. 10, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Madison Reporter area weekly mass times

By Madison Reporter | Aug 17, 2024

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

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Dane County in week ending Aug. 10

By Madison Reporter | Aug 16, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Dane County in week ending Aug. 10?

By Madison Reporter | Aug 16, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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UW-Madison hosts orientation program for incoming first-year students

By Madison Reporter | Aug 16, 2024

At UW–Madison, summer marks the period for SOAR (Student Orientation, Advising and Registration). The two-day program encompasses more than just enrolling for first-semester classes. It involves developing an academic plan, meeting fellow students, and exploring the campus that will be home for the next four years.