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Thursday, April 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ride the Drive 2025 will take place on Sunday, August 10th when 2.38 miles of city streets, including parts of John Nolen Drive and Williamson Street, are closed for a free, family-friendly event with park hubs at Olin Park, Law Park and McPike Park. A $10,000 donation from Madison Parks Foundation and nearly 200 volunteers will support the event from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.—ensuring smooth event operations. City of Madison
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Madison Fire Department responded to a kitchen fire at a northside home on the 800 block of Northland Drive late Wednesday morning — 40 firefighters fought the flames and three people were displaced — as the cause remains under investigation. WMTV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Madison Gas and Electric and Alliant Energy will request higher rates next year as investments in generation, distribution, and grid maintenance increase costs — the utilities explained that these upgrades are needed to improve the system. Wisconsin State Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nine Girl Scouts were honored with the Gold Award, the highest honor in Girl Scouting, at the annual Girl Gala on April 5 in Madison. The award recognized each scout's completion of at least 80 hours addressing a community issue (identifying problems and creating solutions) and underscored their service commitment. WISC-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ After 13 UW-Madison international students and alumni had their visas revoked without clear reason, immigration law experts say students and immigrants should keep extra copies of important documents (like passports and visas) and apply for reinstatement with DHS soon. They warn that the revocations may be part of a broader policy change that could affect many if quick action is not taken. WISC-TV
- ➤ On Wednesday, the City of Madison Transportation Commission voted unanimously to expand Metro Transit service to Verona. The new plan will extend Route D2 into Verona with buses every 30 minutes on weekdays and every 60 minutes on weekends and nights — it will also add para-transit service funded by Verona and the federal government. WKOW
- ➤ Students and UW-Madison alumni gathered on Capitol Hill Wednesday to talk with lawmakers about keeping federal grants as the university faces funding cuts. The event—organized by the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association—stressed the need for support in research and financial aid. WMTV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Overture Center will host its annual blood drive on Tuesday, April 22 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Donors will get a chance to win a pair of tickets to a Black Violin show on April 25 at 7 p.m.—donors who give blood between April 14 and 30 will also receive an American Red Cross t-shirt and a chance to win one of three $5,000 prizes. WISC-TV
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Midwest Horse Fair 2025
Various times — Alliant Energy Center — Check website for pricing — Experience the largest horse fair in America with clinics, seminars, and shopping opportunities.
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Danae Hays Live
8-9:30 p.m. — Overture Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Catch the rising star Danae Hays as she brings her unique blend of comedy and music to the stage.
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G-Eazy Concert
1 AM — The Sylvee — $48-$79 — Don't miss G-Eazy bring his hip-hop flair to the stage in Madison.
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All-School Open House at Madison Country Day School
12-5 p.m. — Madison Country Day School — Free entry — Explore an independent school offering comprehensive education from Pre-K through Grade 12.
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Bob Mould Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Majestic Theatre — $33 — Last-minute tickets available for an evening of indie rock with Bob Mould and Craig Finn.
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Stavros Halkias at The Orpheum Theater
7-8:30 p.m. — The Orpheum Theater — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of humor with comedian Stavros Halkias as he takes the stage in Madison.
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Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi
8:30 p.m. — Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center — Tickets Selling Fast — Experience the enchanting music of Joe Hisaishi under candlelight in a stunning venue.
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Cheryl Wheeler and Kenny White Concert
8-10 p.m. — The Bur Oak — Entry details not provided — Enjoy an evening of thoughtful ballads and irreverent songs from two talented singer-songwriters.
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Wild Rivers Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Sylvee — Cashless venue — Experience a night of music with Wild Rivers at this popular Madison venue.
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Joywave Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Sylvee — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of electrifying music with Joywave, featuring tracks from their upcoming album.
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