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Tuesday, September 9, 2025

News from August 2025

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University of Wisconsin–Madison develops cheaper way to recycle lithium from EV batteries

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

Recycling lithium from used electric vehicle batteries may become more affordable due to a new electrochemical process developed by researchers.

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Middleton High School unveils renovated aquatic center after donor-supported upgrades

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

Middleton High School has completed renovations to the Bob Joers Aquatic Center, providing updated facilities for its Boys and Girls Swim and Dive teams.

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Wisconsin DNR seeks input on permit for rare snake impact in Door County

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced its intention to issue a permit allowing for the incidental take of the eastern ribbonsnake, a species listed as endangered in the state.

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Wisconsin DNR urges hunters not to use ash trees for deer stands amid pest threat

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

Hunters in Wisconsin are being urged by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to avoid placing deer stands in or near ash trees as they prepare for the upcoming deer hunting season.

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Madison Public Library announces winners of 2025 WE READ Youth Voices Writing Contest

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

Three young writers from Madison have been named as winners in the 4th Annual WE READ Youth Voices Writing Contest, organized by Madison Public Library and Forward Madison FC.

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Middleton alum Lauren Cliff returns to teach fifth grade at Kromrey Middle School

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

Lauren Cliff, a 2021 graduate of Middleton High School, will begin her teaching career this fall at Kromrey Middle School.

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Wisconsin DNR seeks public comment on permit for rare lizard near Columbia County roadwork

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced its intention to issue a permit that would allow for the incidental taking of the slender glass lizard, a state-endangered species, during planned road improvements in Columbia County.

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Ronald McDonald House Charities of Madison seeks donor engagement manager

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Madison (RMHC-Madison) is seeking a Donor Engagement Manager to join its team.

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Big Joe donates modern walkie stacker to UW-Madison College of Engineering

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

Big Joe Forklifts has donated a new IBH walkie stacker to the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s College of Engineering.

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Madison receives top bond rating from Moody’s for 52nd consecutive year

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

For the 52nd consecutive year, Moody’s Investors Service has reaffirmed the City of Madison’s Aaa bond rating, the highest possible rating for general obligation debt.

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Middleton High School named top high school in Madison Metro by U.S. News

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

Middleton High School has been ranked as the top high school in the Madison Metro Area and the 14th best in Wisconsin, according to the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report’s Best High Schools rankings. “Earning national recognition reflects the...

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DNR proposes permit for incidental take of rare lizard during Sauk County development

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced a proposal to issue an incidental take permit for a rare lizard species in Sauk County.

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Madison residents invited to meet Eastside and Northside Alders at September event

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

Residents of Madison will have an opportunity to meet their Eastside and Northside Alders at a public event organized by the City of Madison Common Council in partnership with Madison College.

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Goodman Pool announces end-of-season closure set for August 24

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

The Goodman Pool will close for the 2025 season after Sunday, August 24, according to city officials.

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Wisconsin DNR increases ATV/UTV patrols over Labor Day weekend

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced that it will increase law enforcement patrols on ATV and UTV trails and routes across the state during Labor Day weekend.

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Zak Foster explores family legacy of slavery in Madison library textile exhibition

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

Zak Foster’s textile exhibition, "Southern White Amnesia," will be on display at the Diane Endres-Ballweg Gallery in Madison Public Library’s Central Library from September 11 through October 27.

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Street closures planned for W Badger Rd and N Rusk Ave for roadwork

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

On Monday, August 18, S&L Underground will close sections of W Badger Road and N Rusk Avenue to begin reconstruction work and the installation of a new shared-use path.

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E Doty Street paving delayed due to weather; repairs rescheduled for August 19

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

Due to weather conditions, repairs to the asphalt on E. Doty Street have been postponed to Tuesday, August 19.

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City of Madison introduces artists for Far West Public Works public art project

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

The City of Madison will host a community meet and greet on August 21, 2025, to introduce the artists behind its next public art project.

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Period Party expands into multi-session educational series at Madison Public Library

By Madison Reporter | Aug 26, 2025

Madison Public Library, in partnership with Public Health Madison & Dane County, will offer a series of informational health events focused on menstruation at the Goodman South Madison Library this September.