Monday, April 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pastel colors and plates of French toast filled the Micah Center at High Point Church (in Madison) on Sunday as the church held its free Easter breakfast that began outdoors during the pandemic and later moved indoors (after early volunteers prepared the food) for many guests. WMTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nearly one hundred UW students and community members protested on Library Mall Saturday after federal officials revoked international student visas—impacting 26 current and former students—and called on the university to strengthen protections. Protesters said the visa terminations were an overreach that jeopardized the international community. The Daily Cardinal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wisconsin State Troopers and the DOT warned drivers during Sunday's rainy Easter holiday as families traveled and some celebrated 4/20. Trooper Robinson said motorists must keep a safe distance, wear seatbelts, and avoid driving under the influence because driving high is an OWI—just like driving after drinking. WMTV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Updated designs released this week show an 8‐story housing redevelopment plan on Madison’s South Side that calls for two new buildings—together providing about 200 income‐restricted apartments. Wisconsin State Journal
SHOP NEWS
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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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Wisconsin Dairy Showcase
Apr 23-27 — New Holland Pavilions — $8 parking — Celebrate Wisconsin's dairy heritage at the Holstein Spring Show featuring top Registered Holsteins.
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Naruto: The Symphonic Experience
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Overture Center for the Arts — Ticketed event — Immerse yourself in Naruto's journey with live orchestral music and iconic film scenes.
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Trevor Wallace Live
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Orpheum Theater — Tickets starting at $30 — Catch the hilarious Trevor Wallace in performance at Madison's iconic venue.
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The Great Midwest Alpaca Festival & Wisconsin Alpaca & Fiber Fest
April 26-27 — New Holland Pavilions — Free entry — Experience a weekend of alpaca shows, fiber arts, and shopping with over 300 competing alpacas.
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Meet and Greet at the Bird & Nature Festival
12-4 p.m. — Warner Park — Free admission — Celebrate Arbor Day and Earth Day with live birds and nature displays.
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Turnover Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Sylvee — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soothing sounds of Turnover as they showcase their latest work.
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Royale Lynn Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — The Sylvee — Ticket prices vary — Experience the powerful vocals of the rising star Royale Lynn as she showcases her hit tracks.
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Don Giovanni
7 PM — Overture Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience Mozart's captivating opera about the legendary seducer Don Giovanni.
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Wisconsin Conference on Latino Arts and Culture
8 AM - 5 PM — Centro Hispano of Dane County — Free entry — Celebrate and explore diverse Latino arts through music, workshops, and exhibitions.
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