Wednesday, February 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brady Williamson, a prominent figure in Wisconsin's legal community and advocate for free speech and transparency, has passed away at 79 due to cancer complications. The Capital Times
- ➤ The Dane County Humane Society seeks $5,000 in donations to care for two orphaned bobcats until their spring release. WKOW
- ➤ The Dane County Humane Society seeks $5,000 in community donations to support the care of two orphaned bobcat brothers until their spring release. WMTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Natural Circles of Support, a nonprofit focused on aiding Black students with disabilities in Madison schools, may close this spring due to a lack of funding. The Capital Times
- ➤ Josette Jaucian has managed UW-Madison’s mascot Bucky Badger and its spirit squad for 25 years, balancing the character's fun-loving persona with professionalism and mentorship. Wisconsin State Journal
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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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Jim Henson's Fraggle Rock Live: A Musical Adventure
The beloved characters from Fraggle Rock embark on a quest to restore the magical Celebration Stone while discovering the importance of teamwork and friendship in this exciting live musical experience.
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Tall Paul & The Naughty Cats Live Performance
Tall Paul Sabel brings his soulful baritone and bluesy harmonica to the Red Rooster stage, fronting his own band for a Sunday afternoon show.
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