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Thursday, March 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center in Madison supports children who have been sexually abused and fear speaking out because the abuser is trusted or they do not realize the abuse is wrong. Executive director Jennifer Ginsburg explained on News 3 Now Live at Four Wednesday that media coverage often ignores the stigma and barriers that keep victims silent—she urges more thoughtful reporting. WISC-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ An $100,000 All or Nothing ticket was sold at Deon's BP on Commercial Ave in Madison for Tuesday's midday drawing—winning numbers are 2, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, and 22 and players will have 180 days to claim the prize. WISC-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ James-Barnes Morris, 25, was the last person seen with Brooke Strattan who went missing on Sept. 30 and later was found dead at the UW-Madison Arboretum; he has been charged with first-degree intentional homicide with a domestic abuse assessments modifier and currently remains at Dodge Correctional Institution—he is set to make his initial court appearance Friday afternoon. FOX 47
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UW-Madison leaders announced new fiscal controls to counter uncertainty from federal funding cuts, stop work orders, and tariff inflation. They will review hiring, reduce non-essential spending, and plan budget cuts for FY26—steps aimed at protecting the university's financial future. WKOW
- ➤ International student applicants worry about visa delays and travel bans amid federal policy changes that could lower enrollment, and prospective student Jose Franco from Guatemala said he may delay his 2026 application—he is also concerned about federal funding uncertainties noted by International Student Services at UW–Madison. Wisconsin Public Radio
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Madison Parks will host its largest volunteer cleanup project on Saturday, April 26 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at over 60 parks in Madison—volunteers aged 14 and up must register in advance and will receive gloves and trash bags at the sites. City of Madison
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health advocates in Madison worry that proposed federal cuts may remove the CDC's HIV division and risk the $1.9 million used for prevention and education. Bill Keeton of Vivent Health said the potential loss could reverse a 12% drop in new HIV cases—local health groups are not ready to fill the gap. FOX 47
- ➤ The FDA updated its recall on about 10,000 Coca-Cola Original Taste 12 oz cans that may be contaminated with plastic and were distributed in Wisconsin and Illinois. The recall, first issued on March 6, is now classified as Class II — meaning the products pose a slight risk of causing temporary health issues. WKOW
SHOP NEWS
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ZZ Ward Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — Majestic Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the bluesy sounds and genre-bending performance of ZZ Ward live.
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The Red Hot Chilli Pipers
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Overture Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fusion of traditional Scottish music and rock anthems in a high-energy performance.
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Tom Freund Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Bur Oak — Ticket prices vary — Experience the musical talent of New York City songwriter Tom Freund in a cozy venue setting.
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The Cactus Blossoms Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — High Noon Saloon — Cost not specified — Experience a magical harmony duo that transforms simple melodies into captivating music.
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Basia Bulat Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — Majestic Theatre — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience the enchanting sound of Canadian singer-songwriter Basia Bulat live in concert.
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Drew Lynch Comedy Show
8-9:30 p.m. — Orpheum Theater — Tickets on sale now — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Drew Lynch at the historic Orpheum Theater.
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Explosions In the Sky Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Sylvee — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the intense live performance of Explosions In The Sky on their tour.
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Madison Ballet: A Midsummer Night's Dream
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Overture Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical adaptation of Shakespeare's romantic comedy with lively choreography and stunning design.
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Take3: Monroe Arts Center Residency
2-6 p.m. — Monroe Street Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a dynamic fusion of classical music with pop and jazz flair.
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Daisy the Great Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — High Noon Saloon — $10 — Experience the vibrant indie pop sounds of NYC-based band Daisy the Great.
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