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Government event this week in Dane County: Sept. 7-13

The following event is scheduled to take place in Dane County this week.

By S. D. Curtis | Sep 8, 2025

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Verona Public Library promotes Library Card Sign-Up Month with expanded services

The Verona Public Library is encouraging residents to participate in Library Card Sign-Up Month this September.

By Madison Reporter | Sep 8, 2025

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Groundwater Coordinating Council outlines key threats in 2025 report to Wisconsin Legislature

By Madison Reporter | Sep 8, 2025

The Groundwater Coordinating Council (GCC) has released its 2025 annual report to the Wisconsin State Legislature, outlining key recommendations for safeguarding the state’s groundwater resources.

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Wisconsin sets record for bear hunting applications ahead of Sept. 3 season opener

By Madison Reporter | Sep 8, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced that the 2025 bear hunting season will begin on Wednesday, September 3.

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City of Madison launches trial removing peak-hour lanes on Williamson Street

By S. D. Curtis | Sep 5, 2025

The City of Madison Traffic Engineering Division will start a test project on Tuesday, September 9, removing peak-hour travel lanes on Williamson Street.

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Wisconsin’s 2025 hook-and-line lake sturgeon fishing season set for September

By K. I. Baker | Sep 5, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced that the 2025 hook and line season for lake sturgeon will open on September 6 and continue through September 30, 2025.

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Madison recognized as Dane County Climate Champion for energy savings and fleet initiatives

By K. I. Baker | Sep 5, 2025

The City of Madison has received recognition as a 2025 Dane County Climate Champion in two categories: Catalyst and Fleet Operations.

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Local Government Meeting today in Dane County

By T. A. Wilkerson | Sep 4, 2025

Dane County City Council Meeting starting at 7 pm today — here's what you need to know!

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Wisconsin issues new advisories for fish and deer due to PFAS near Town of Stella

By K. I. Baker | Sep 4, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Department of Health Services (DHS) have issued new advisories regarding the consumption of fish and deer in the Town of Stella and surrounding waterbodies in Oneida County.

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Tree trimming to affect westbound traffic on Milwaukee Street September 8

By S. D. Curtis | Sep 4, 2025

City of Madison Forestry will conduct routine maintenance by trimming terrace trees at 2838 Milwaukee Street starting at 9:00am on Monday, September 8.

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Verona schedules curbside brush pick-up for September 8

By T. A. Wilkerson | Sep 3, 2025

Curbside brush collection in Verona is scheduled to take place on September 8.

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Final curbside brush collection scheduled across Madison neighborhoods

By K. I. Baker | Sep 3, 2025

The City of Madison Streets Division is preparing to conduct its final curbside brush collection for 2025.

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Local Government Meeting today in Dane County

By T. A. Wilkerson | Sep 3, 2025

Dane County City Council Meeting starting at 6 pm today — here's what you need to know!

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Wisconsin DNR highlights online tools for finding public hunting land

By S. D. Curtis | Sep 3, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is encouraging residents and visitors to take advantage of the state’s extensive public lands for hunting this season.

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Ironman Wisconsin bike race to impact Verona roads on September 7

By K. I. Baker | Sep 3, 2025

On Sunday, September 7, the bike portion of IRONMAN Wisconsin will pass through the City of Verona.

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Madison Common Council hosts meet-and-greet event with Westside alders

By Madison Reporter | Sep 3, 2025

Residents of Madison’s west side are invited to meet their district alders at an upcoming event organized by the Common Council.

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Wisconsin DNR urges hunters statewide to focus on safety with tree stands

By Madison Reporter | Sep 3, 2025

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has issued a reminder to hunters about the importance of tree stand safety as hunting season approaches.

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Road closures announced for Taste of Madison over Labor Day weekend

By Madison Reporter | Sep 3, 2025

Several streets near the Capitol Square in Madison will be closed during Labor Day weekend for the annual Taste of Madison event.

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Parking restrictions announced for Rockin’ Brews Marathon on August 30

By Madison Reporter | Sep 3, 2025

Parking will be temporarily restricted on several streets for the Rockin’ Brews Marathon, scheduled for Saturday, August 30.

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Portions of main streets in Madisonville closing for utility work and reconstruction

By Madison Reporter | Sep 3, 2025

Parts of E Main Street and S Hancock Street will be closed starting Tuesday, September 2 at 7:00 a.m. for underground utility replacement and roadway reconstruction by R.G. Huston Co.