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UW-Madison launches program supporting tribal student education

By Madison Reporter | Oct 22, 2024

Brothers Gavin and Mason White Eagle are among the first beneficiaries of the University of Wisconsin–Madison's new Tribal Educational Promise Program. This initiative, announced by Chancellor Jennifer L. Mnookin in December 2023, provides financial support to cover the full cost of an undergraduate degree for state residents who are enrolled members of federally recognized Wisconsin Indian tribes.

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UW Homecoming Parade prompts street closures in Langdon area

By Madison Reporter | Oct 22, 2024

Multiple streets in the Langdon Street area will be closed to traffic on Friday afternoon, October 25th, due to the UW Homecoming Parade. The parade is scheduled to start at approximately 6:00 p.m.

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Madison College's Nicole Sandoval connects college with Latinx community

By Madison Reporter | Oct 22, 2024

Nicole Sandoval serves as the Latinx Community Liaison at Madison College, working within the College Culture and Climate Division. Her role focuses on connecting the college with its surrounding community.

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How many companies in cities in Dane County received FDA inspections in Q3?

By Madison Reporter | Oct 21, 2024

There were two companies in a city associated with Dane County that received two FDA inspections in the third quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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University of Wisconsin kicks off homecoming week with student-painted messages

By Madison Reporter | Oct 21, 2024

To kick off Homecoming week, University of Wisconsin student organizations painted messages on the windows of Memorial Union’s Lakeview Lounge and other locations around campus. The Homecoming events, which run from October 19 to 26, include a medallion hunt, spirit days, a concert, the Homecoming Parade, and games such as football and volleyball.

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Madison launches loan program to update rental properties

By Madison Reporter | Oct 21, 2024

Madison is addressing its housing challenges with a new Rental Rehabilitation Loan Program launched by the City of Madison's Community Development Division. The initiative aims to maintain and improve existing rental units in response to the city's low vacancy rates and growing population.

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Middleton High School students lead voter registration drive

By Madison Reporter | Oct 21, 2024

Middleton High School students are taking an active role in preparing for their civic duties by learning about the voting process and registering to vote. Recently, Senior Advisory students at Middleton High School participated in a voter registration presentation. This event was led by U.S. Government student tutors, with contributions from Carly Persson, Village Administrator and Economic Development Director for the Village of Cross Plains, and Becky Ward, Administrative Assistant and Court Clerk.

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UW-Madison outlines employee guidelines for inclement weather

By Madison Reporter | Oct 21, 2024

With winter approaching, the University of Wisconsin-Madison has reminded employees to review its inclement weather policy. The chancellor holds the sole authority to cancel classes, suspend services, and close the campus to both the public and employees. Individual units within the university will not close independently unless there is a campus-wide closure.

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Madison schools receive increased aid but still seek referendum approval

By Madison Reporter | Oct 21, 2024

The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction has certified the general school aid amounts for each school district in the state for the 2024–25 academic year. The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is set to receive $61.3 million, marking an increase of nearly 62% from the previous year and almost $10 million more than earlier estimates.

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Middleton High School honors inaugural Athletics Hall of Fame inductees

By Madison Reporter | Oct 21, 2024

Middleton High School celebrated a significant event on October 18, 2024, with the induction of eight individuals into its inaugural Athletics Hall of Fame. The ceremony began with a private reception before the homecoming game, allowing guests to reminisce and reconnect.

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Madison urges swift return of unsubmitted absentee ballots

By Madison Reporter | Oct 21, 2024

The Madison City Clerk's Office has issued absentee ballots to 39,213 voters for the upcoming November 5 General Election. However, over 17,000 of these ballots have yet to be returned.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Dane County in week ending Oct. 12?

By Madison Reporter | Oct 20, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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5,967 multiracial students enrolled in Dane County schools in 2023-24 school year

By Madison Reporter | Oct 20, 2024

In Dane County schools, 7.7% of students enrolled identified as multiracial in the 2023-24 school year.

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Which former Madison Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21?

By Madison Reporter | Oct 20, 2024

These former Madison Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21.

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Weekly recap of Dane County home sales during week ending Oct. 12

By Madison Reporter | Oct 19, 2024

There were 113 reported residential sales in Dane County in the week ending Oct. 12, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Madison Reporter area weekly mass times

By Madison Reporter | Oct 19, 2024

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

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3 gas stations in cities throughout Dane County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Oct. 12

By Madison Reporter | Oct 18, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Dane County in week ending Oct. 12

By Madison Reporter | Oct 18, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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UW–Madison's Erin Warner supports students navigating Madison's housing market

By Madison Reporter | Oct 18, 2024

Erin Warner, assistant director in the Division of University Housing at UW–Madison, is known for her supportive approach to helping students navigate Madison's challenging housing market. At a recent campus forum, she ensured attendees were comfortable and informed about available resources.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Dane County had the cheapest E15 gas in week ending Oct. 12

By Madison Reporter | Oct 17, 2024

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.