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Thursday, May 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hilldale’s annual farmers market will start on May 3 and run every Wednesday and Saturday until October 29 in the lot behind L.L. Bean, where vendors will offer Wisconsin cheese, bakery goods, fresh produce, and new entries including Alhambra Flower Farm. The first market will give away free floral stems (to the first 50 guests), include live music from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., and feature a raffle for a $50 market voucher. WMTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At the Henry Vilas Zoo, two river otter pups—Ginger and Wasabi—were born on Feb. 8 to mother Elva and father Dragonroll. The pups will debut on Saturday during the zoo's Party for the Planet, where wildlife conservation activities are planned. FOX 47
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Edgewood High School in Madison will go phone-free next school year—students must leave their phones in a locked pouch that only opens at a special station as principal Jerry Zander says the change will lessen distractions and support mental health. Some students oppose the new rule, but most parents have backed the policy. WKOW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wisconsin Medicaid director Bill Hanna warned that planned federal cuts may force the state to spend billions more on health care and make it harder for people to get coverage. A DHS report shows a formula change could cost between $6.4 billion and $16.8 billion over the next 10 years — most affecting the elderly, disabled and low-income residents. Wisconsin Public Radio
- ➤ After their son Andrew died from anaphylactic shock after accidentally eating peanut butter M&M’s, parents Crista and Mark Mueller met with Sen. Patrick Testin who drafted a bill to let law enforcement carry epinephrine — a measure aimed at saving lives in emergencies while officers have raised concerns over funding. The family, convinced that having epinephrine on hand could have changed the outcome, is also planning a memorial benefit for Andrew on June 21. WKOW
- ➤ Dane County Parks broke ground on a $2.6 million project to improve Mendota County Park, which will be closed as crews begin work next month and finish this fall. The project will replace the shelter, add an accessible playground, walking trail, basketball court and parking improvements — partly funded by more than $1.6 million honoring Karen and Tom Ragatz. WISC-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dane County Executive Melissa Agard declared May as Mental Health Awareness Month to show that mental health is as important as physical health — aligning with national efforts by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. The county offers free help with counseling and crisis care — these services are available to everyone who needs them. WKOW
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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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Beach Bunny Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Sylvee — Check local listings for pricing — Enjoy the alt-pop sounds of Beach Bunny, the project of Lili Trifilio, in a vibrant live setting.
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2nd Annual Health and Wellness Seminar
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Madison Area Technical College — Free entry — Explore wellness strategies related to mental, physical, and financial health at this engaging seminar.
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Deafheaven Concert
8:00 p.m. — Majestic Theatre — Tickets from $37 — Catch the musical energy of Deafheaven live in Madison.
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Angelmaker Concert
7-11 p.m. — Majestic Theatre — Tickets starting at $28 — Experience a night of intense music with Angelmaker live in Madison.
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Sharon Van Etten Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Sylvee — $44+ — Enjoy an evening with indie rock sensation Sharon Van Etten in Madison's premier venue.
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Kaleah Lee Live Concert
8 PM — High Noon Saloon — Cashless venue — Enjoy a night of live music with Kaleah Lee at this local favorite spot.
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Magdalena Bay Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Sylvee — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of captivating music with Magdalena Bay and special guest Sam Austins.
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Saint Motel Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Sylvee — $18 — Experience an electrifying evening with Saint Motel's dynamic performance.
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Isabel LaRosa Concert
7:00-8:30 PM — Majestic Theatre — $50 — Experience a captivating live performance by Isabel LaRosa at the iconic venue in Madison.
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