Friday, January 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of January.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Madison Fire Department responded to an explosion and fire at a duplex, ensuring all residents and pets were evacuated safely, with damage to one side of the structure and the incident under investigation. WMTV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Madison, a man was arrested for second-offense OWI after being discovered asleep in a running construction vehicle he sought for warmth, also facing trespassing charges. WISC-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Madison City Council is considering a new plan to address long-standing financial issues with its ice arenas by transferring ownership to two nonprofits and forgiving $1.6 million in debt. Wisconsin State Journal
- ➤ The city announces a pause in trash and recycling services and closure of drop-off sites on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, January 20, 2025, with collections to resume the following day. City of Madison
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Comedy Night at the Forward Club
Join Quamedy Productions at Breese Stevens Field on Friday, January 17th for a night of standup comedy featuring the BEST of the BEST in Madison. Don't miss your chance to laugh your socks off; doors open at 7 PM; show begins at 8.
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LOVB Madison Volleyball vs. LOVB Omaha Volleyball Match
Witness an exciting professional volleyball match featuring elite players, including Olympians and local talents, as LOVB Madison takes on LOVB Omaha.
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Wilderness First Responder Recertification Course
This Hybrid Wilderness First Responder Recertification course offers comprehensive training to refresh emergency response skills in remote locations over two days.
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Panel Discussion on Goal Setting and Meeting Planning
This event features industry experts sharing insights on effective goal setting and meeting planning strategies, followed by a reception.
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Burns Night Celebration with The Kilted Cook
Experience a five-course menu featuring traditional Scottish cuisine, whisky pairings, and poetry in honor of Robert Burns at this unique culinary event.
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at SustainableHR PEO and Recruiting
SustainableHR PEO and Recruiting invites the community to celebrate the opening of their new office with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, followed by refreshments.
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Taylor Swift
Experience the enchanting musical arrangements of Taylor Swift's hits performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting at Monona Terrace.
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Brian Regan Live Concert in Madison
Renowned comedian Brian Regan, celebrated for his clean and relatable humor, will perform live at The Orpheum Theater as part of his extensive North American tour.
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Sublime Tribute Concert by 40oz To Freedom
Experience a tribute to the iconic band Sublime performed by 40oz To Freedom at High Noon Saloon.
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Maria of Buenos Aires
An opera directed by Frances Rabalais featuring the music of Piazzolla, presented at the Capitol Theater in Madison, WI.
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Madison Camper and RV Show & Sale
The Madison Camper and RV Show & Sale features over 200,000 square feet of campers, RVs, and related vendors, along with hourly door prizes.
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