Madison Reporter

Three dozen local businesses in Madison will benefit from the City of Madison's newly launched BizReady program, which offers free training, mentoring, and networking opportunities. The initiative is modeled after the MarketReady program created in 2017 to support future vendors of the Madison Public Market by providing essential business planning assistance.

East High teacher inspires students through business education

As sunlight streams into an East High School classroom, a bulletin board filled with thank-you notes stands as a testament to the impact of Dr. André Small, a business education teacher. The notes express gratitude for his guidance and inspiration.

Washington Avenue to close for paving on October 16

Integrity Grading & Excavating Inc is set to close W Washington Avenue to vehicle traffic on Wednesday, October 16th. The closure will occur between Broom Street and Fairchild Street from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm. This temporary shutdown is necessary for paving the road after a reconstruction project.

Imagination Center at Reindahl Park receives $4.25M funding boost

Gov. Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) have announced a $4.25 million grant for the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park, funded through the DOA’s Flexible Facilities Program (FFP). This initiative aims to improve public infrastructure and expand access to critical services.

City ensures security measures for handling absentee ballots

Two poll workers are involved in nearly every process at the polls. Leading up to Election Day, the City Clerk’s Office has two people involved whenever absentee envelopes are handled. When working with ballots, Clerk’s Office personnel always make sure they have a “ballot buddy.”

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Dane County in week ending Oct. 5

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Dane County in week ending Oct. 5?

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at four gas stations in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Arpaci-Dusseau appointed leader of UW-Madison's computer sciences school

Tom Erickson, the executive associate dean for strategy and innovation and founding director of the School of Computer, Data & Information Sciences (CDIS) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, has announced his decision to step down from his leadership roles in January 2025. Remzi Arpaci-Dusseau, a distinguished professor of computer sciences, will take over as head of CDIS.

Dane County residents log over 5k eco-friendly trips in September

In September, residents and commuters in Dane County took part in the RoundTrip Smart Trips Challenge, logging a total of 5,457 car-free and car-light trips. This initiative resulted in the prevention of over 10.3 tons of carbon dioxide emissions. According to the program's calculations, this is equivalent to growing 12 acres of U.S. forests for an entire year.

Madison ensures secure processing of absentee ballots

The process of counting absentee ballots in Madison involves several steps to ensure accuracy and security. Once a voter returns their absentee ballot to the Clerk’s Office, it undergoes an initial check for completeness. The office verifies that the envelope is sealed and contains the necessary signatures and information from both the voter and a witness. Incomplete certificates result in the ballot being returned to the voter for correction.

Go Big Read features Rebekah Taussig discussing 'Sitting Pretty' on October 16

Rebekah Taussig, author of "Sitting Pretty: The View from My Ordinary Resilient Disabled Body," is set to deliver the keynote address for this year's Go Big Read event. The keynote will take place on October 16 at 7 p.m. in Union South's Varsity Hall, Section II. This event is free and open to the public, with a livestream available at gobigread.wisc.edu.

Madison mayor presents budget amid revenue constraints; referendum proposed

Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway has unveiled her 2025 Executive Operating Budget for Madison, focusing on funding services and staff essential to maintaining the city's quality of life. The budget accompanies the 2025 Executive Capital Budget, released earlier in September.

University of Wisconsin-Madison launches annual Partners in Giving charity campaign

The University of Wisconsin–Madison is participating in the annual Partners in Giving (PinG) campaign this fall. This initiative, formally known as the State, University and UW Health Employees Combined Campaign of Dane, Milwaukee and Waukesha Counties, aims to promote community service and generosity within the campus culture. Since its inception in 1973, PinG has raised over $89 million for charitable donations.

Guidance offered for college students preparing to vote in upcoming elections

As National Voter Education Week unfolds, the City Clerk’s Office is addressing inquiries from college students eager to participate in their first election. The office provides guidance on voter registration options and eligibility criteria.

UW-Madison experts offer insights into key election issues

Experts from the University of Wisconsin–Madison are offering insights on key issues surrounding the 2024 election, including national and state races, polling, and political communication. The university has assembled a team of experts to provide analysis and commentary.

Madison City Clerk promotes National Voter Education Week activities

The Madison City Clerk’s Office is urging residents to participate in National Voter Education Week, which runs from October 7 to October 11. The week-long event aims to enhance voter awareness and engagement through a series of daily activities.

Fire prevention week underscores critical role of working smoke alarms

The Madison Fire Department is participating in the national Fire Prevention Week from October 6-12. This annual event emphasizes the importance of fire safety, particularly focusing on the role of smoke alarms in preventing injuries and fatalities.

Madison launches online hub during Digital Inclusion Week

The City of Madison is launching an online resource hub to coincide with Digital Inclusion Week, taking place from October 7-11. The initiative aims to connect residents and city staff with resources such as workforce skills training, digital devices, Wi-Fi, and digital literacy training. This effort includes partnerships with local institutions, nonprofits, internet providers offering discount plans, and city-supported initiatives.

Assistant professor Icy Zhang joins UW-Madison's School of Education

Icy Zhang, an assistant professor of learning sciences in the Department of Educational Psychology at the School of Education, has joined the faculty at UW–Madison. Hailing from Suzhou, China, Zhang completed her BA and PhD in psychology at the University of California, Los Angeles.

City of Madison's SEED grants boost local food access initiatives