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Friday, February 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Madison Parks is hosting free ice skating events, including Groove & Glide and Skate Cinema, welcoming all ages and experience levels, with loaner skates available. City of Madison
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Three residents were displaced following a fire in a Madison apartment, with discarded smoking materials identified as the cause, resulting in $75,000 in damages. WKOW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A federal judge ruled that Fiskars must pay Woodland Tools $1.4 million and modify its product packaging due to false advertising claims. The Capital Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Former Wisconsin Governor Tommy Thompson expressed concerns over the sustainability of the proposed $800 million budget increase for the University of Wisconsin System, advocating for bipartisan compromise. The Daily Cardinal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District celebrates 95 years of operation, highlighting its commitment to public health and environmental protection through wastewater management. WISC-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Madison plans to buy properties on South Park Street to demolish existing buildings and seek developers for future projects. Wisconsin State Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Amid a mental health crisis among Wisconsin's youth, characterized by surging rates of anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation, Governor Tony Evers pledges $300 million for school mental health services. Isthmus
- ➤ UW Health criticized the act of pointing lasers at their Med Flight crews, highlighting the danger and illegality of such actions. WMTV
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LA RUMBA: Monthly Latin Dance Marathon in Madison
This special edition of LA RUMBA features 2 hours of Bachata dance lessons followed by a social dance event with Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue at The Cardinal Bar.
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Scratch Programming Class for Kids
This class at the Madison Children's Museum offers children a creative and fun way to learn the fundamentals of computer programming while creating interactive art.
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Dan Maguire Live at Red Rooster
Dan Maguire will perform live at Red Rooster in Madison, offering an evening of music for attendees.
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Pretty in Pink Galentine's Stroll
The Pretty in Pink Galentine's Event at Hilldale Shopping Center offers an evening of friendship celebration with shopping discounts, complimentary treats, and live music, while benefiting a local educational service.
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Emy Castro Group at Cafe CODA
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an evening of Afro Peruvian Jazz performed by Emy Castro and her band at Cafe CODA, followed by a dance party with DJ Francis Medrano.
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Dancing with the Stars Live in Madison
Experience an all-new live performance of America's favorite dance show featuring talented professional dancers and special guests at The Orpheum Theater.
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Maggie Cousin Quintet: A Dynamic Jazz Performance
Saxophonist Maggie Cousin leads a quintet featuring talented musicians for a performance that blends styles from spiritual jazz to modern grooves.
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TELYKAST Live at The Sylvee
Enjoy a live performance by TELYKAST at The Sylvee, with doors opening at 6:30 PM and a cashless payment policy in effect.
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Shen Yun Performing Arts Showcase
Shen Yun Performing Arts presents a vibrant theatrical experience that revives and celebrates 5,000 years of traditional Chinese culture through classical dance and orchestral music.
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Renaissance Cluster Dog Show 2025
The Renaissance Cluster Dog Show features over 200 AKC breeds competing for Best in Show, along with opportunities for the public to engage with the dogs and vendors.
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