Madison Reporter

At first glance, one might not guess that fire plays a crucial role in shaping the wild beauty of the Biocore Prairie at the University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Lakeshore Nature Preserve.

Madison College appoints new members to board of trustees

Ann McNeary and Tonya Olson have been appointed to the Madison College Board of Trustees, with their terms spanning from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2027.

Mayor outlines long-term plan aiming at balanced budgets amid growing demands

Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway outlined a strategic long-term financial blueprint intended to guide Madison through the next five years. She detailed this approach and took questions from Alders at the Common Council’s July 16 meeting. Given strict state-imposed restrictions and the city’s rapid population growth, Madison’s annual budget process needs to be part of a multi-year plan that allows city leaders to make prudent financial decisions while addressing core community needs.

Cheapest E15 gas in cities across Dane County in week ending July 13

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 13, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Wisconsin prepares for significant economic boost from upcoming major events

By Madison Reporter | Jul 15, 2024

Large groups of tourists bring their wallets with them, and the money they spend patronizing local businesses and restaurants will stay in our communities and be felt statewide. And we’re expecting a bigger impact next year when Green Bay will host hundreds of thousands of guests for the 2025 NFL Draft at Lambeau Field and in the booming Titletown District.

Naturalist-in-residence program starts at Madison Public Library

By Madison Reporter | Jul 15, 2024

MADISON, WISCONSIN – The Naturalist-in-Residence program hosted by Madison Public Library in partnership with Madison Parks begins today, Monday, July 15, with programs led by Madison native and local naturalist Alex Booker.

Good Neighbor Festival invites volunteers for parade participation

By Madison Reporter | Jul 15, 2024

Join the 2024 Good Neighbor Festival Parade on Sunday, August 25, at noon. Volunteers are welcome to walk in the parade and show support for local schools. Community members interested in participating can fill out a sign-up form available online. Further details will be emailed as the parade date approaches.

Dane County effective property tax rate in Q2 was higher than the national average

Property owners in Dane County paid 1.7% of the value of their homes in property taxes in the second quarter of 2024, which is more than 1.6 times the national average, according to the real estate analysis posted by Madison Reporter.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Dane County in week ending July 13?

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 13, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Home prices in Dane County during June 2024 increased compared to the same period in 2023

In June, the median sale price of a home in Dane County rose by $40,050 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 8.5%.

Dane County home prices rose in Q2

The median sale price of a home sold in the second quarter of 2024 in Dane County rose by $32,300, while total sales increased by 8.5%.

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Madison Reporter area weekly mass times

By Madison Reporter | Jul 13, 2024

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

Home sales in Dane County in week ending July 6

By Madison Reporter | Jul 13, 2024

There were 224 reported residential sales in Dane County in the week ending July 6, according to BlockShopper.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Dane County in week ending July 6?

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at two gas stations in the week ending July 6, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Dane County in week ending July 6?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 6, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Dane County's women's football teams did not receive any funding in 2023

Women's football teams from Dane County received no funding during the 2023 season, unchanged from the previous year.

Craft vendors relocate due to Art Fair on the Square