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Tuesday, November 5, 2024

News from 2024

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Elementary students collaborate with middle school mentors on creative projects

By Madison Reporter | Oct 31, 2024

First-grade students at Orchard Ridge Elementary and eighth graders from Toki Middle School have joined forces in a unique educational collaboration.

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How many American Indian students were enrolled in Dane County schools in 2023-24 school year?

By Madison Reporter | Oct 31, 2024

There were 236 American Indian students enrolled in Dane County schools in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

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2 gas stations in cities throughout Dane County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Oct. 26

By Madison Reporter | Oct 30, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Oct. 26, 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 Oct. 26?

By Madison Reporter | Oct 30, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Dane County was found at four gas stations in the week ending Oct. 26, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Road closures announced for ongoing paving on E Doty and E Wilson Streets

By Madison Reporter | Oct 30, 2024

Starting on November 1 at 7:00 am, R.G. Huston's paving contractor will continue paving operations on E Doty Street and E Wilson Street.

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Madison approves funds for four affordable housing projects

By Madison Reporter | Oct 30, 2024

The City of Madison has approved financial support for four affordable rental housing developments, as confirmed during the Common Council meeting on October 29, 2024.

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Madison unveils updated urban forestry website with new resident-friendly features

By Madison Reporter | Oct 30, 2024

The Streets and Urban Forestry Division has launched a newly redesigned website, introducing three significant features aimed at benefiting Madison residents.

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Madison offers online tool to track absentee ballot status

By Madison Reporter | Oct 30, 2024

The Madison City Clerk’s Office has distributed over 67,000 absentee ballots for the upcoming General Election on November 5.

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Research explores gender bias in naming conventions among professionals

By Madison Reporter | Oct 30, 2024

The way professionals are addressed in public discourse may have deeper implications than previously thought, according to research by Stav Atir, an assistant professor at the Wisconsin School of Business.

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UW-Madison experts offer insights on Halloween traditions and trends

By Madison Reporter | Oct 29, 2024

As Halloween approaches, experts from the University of Wisconsin–Madison are offering insights into various aspects of the holiday, from pumpkins to candy and weather.

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Dan Jacobs to speak at UW-Madison winter commencement

By Madison Reporter | Oct 29, 2024

Milwaukee chef Dan Jacobs, known for his participation in Bravo's "Top Chef," will deliver the keynote address at the University of Wisconsin–Madison's winter commencement on December 15.

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Absentee voting begins for hospitalized voters

By Madison Reporter | Oct 29, 2024

Today marks the commencement of absentee voting for hospitalized individuals, a process available until 5 p.m. on Election Day, Tuesday, November 5.

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MMSD board approves dual budgets ahead of operations referendum decision

By Madison Reporter | Oct 29, 2024

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) Board of Education has approved two budgets for the 2024–25 academic year.

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Board discusses achievements and approves new initiatives during October meeting

By Madison Reporter | Oct 29, 2024

Community members are encouraged to watch the Board of Education meetings online through MCPASD TV.

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Madison praised for safe systems approach in national traffic safety report

By Madison Reporter | Oct 29, 2024

The City of Madison has been acknowledged in a national report by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety as an exemplary model in applying the Safe System Approach to enhance road safety.

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SW Commuter Path closure planned for concrete work from Nov 4-6

By Madison Reporter | Oct 29, 2024

CPR Inc will commence reconstruction of the eastern ramp of the SW Commuter Path at Midvale Boulevard starting at 7 a.m. on November 4.

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Local businesses recognized as WASB Business Honor Roll honorees

By Madison Reporter | Oct 29, 2024

Five businesses and organizations were recognized for their contributions to local schools at the recent school board meeting.

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How many companies in cities across Dane County received FDA citations in 2023?

By Madison Reporter | Oct 28, 2024

There were eight companies in cities associated with Dane County that received FDA citations as a result of eight inspections conducted in the county throughout 2023, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Madison's Bernadette Galvez honored as Wisconsin Public Educator of the Year

By Madison Reporter | Oct 28, 2024

Madison Fire Department's Community Education Officer, Bernadette Galvez, has been named Wisconsin’s "Public Educator of the Year" by the Wisconsin State Fire Inspectors Association.

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UW–Madison updates policies on workplace nepotism and consensual relationships

By Madison Reporter | Oct 28, 2024

The University of Wisconsin–Madison has reinforced its policies on nepotism and consensual relationships in the workplace.