Monday, February 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dana Fulton has been promoted to anchor and executive producer for WKOW Television's morning show 27 News Wake Up Wisconsin. WKOW
- ➤ Madison enforces snow emergency parking rules on Sunday night to aid snow clean-up operations. Wisconsin State Journal
- ➤ Nearly 600 participants took part in the Madison Polar Plunge in Wisconsin, raising awareness and funds for Special Olympics Wisconsin athletes. WMTV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Madison man was arrested in Monona, Wis., for driving a stolen vehicle and evading a traffic stop early Sunday morning. WISC-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Benjamin Tekin, a student from O'Keefe Middle School, won the Madison All-City Spelling Bee and advances to the Badger State Spelling Bee with runners-up, attributing his success to a love of reading. Wisconsin State Journal
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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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Wisconsin Fishing Expo 2025
The Wisconsin Fishing Expo is an annual event that draws 20,000 attendees to celebrate and promote the sport of fishing with activities suitable for enthusiasts of all ages.
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Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella in Madison
Experience the enchanting musical 'Cinderella' by Rodgers and Hammerstein at the Capitol Theater.
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Madison Symphony Orchestra Presents Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert
The Madison Symphony Orchestra will perform John Williams' Oscar-winning score live while screening the classic film Star Wars: A New Hope.
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Broadcasting 4K TV Over ATSC 1.0: A Technical Insight
This event will discuss the feasibility of broadcasting UltraHD content over the legacy ATSC 1.0 infrastructure, exploring innovative techniques and tools to achieve this goal.
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Madison Career Fair at Tru by Hilton
This career fair provides job seekers the opportunity to connect with top employers across various sectors including Government, Education, and IT.
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WIAA Individual Wrestling State Championships at UW-Madison
The WIAA Individual Wrestling state championships will take place at the Kohl Center in Madison, featuring high school athletes competing for state titles.
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Madison Build, Remodel and Landscape Show 2025
This exhibition features hundreds of exhibitors offering products and services related to home improvement, including kitchen and bath remodeling, landscaping, and more.
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