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Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Officials from the Dane County Sheriff's Office suspended the search for a missing boater on Lake Monona due to bad weather — crews expect to resume recovery efforts later this week. WISC-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Dane County deputies who responded on Feb 23 to a medical emergency at the county jail have been cleared of criminal charges after the county attorney’s investigation found that the 38-year-old inmate’s death—ruled an accident by the medical examiner due to mixed drug intoxication—was not caused by deputy misconduct. WKOW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Madison Metropolitan School District and Metro Transit will offer free summer bus rides to middle and high school students and recent graduates from June 12 through Sept. 1 using virtual passes via the Fast Fare mobile app. Students with an existing pass can keep using it while those needing a new one can sign up by emailing [email protected]—further details are available online. WISC-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of nurses at UnityPoint Health-Meriter will strike next week after contract talks failed — the hospital said outside nurses and non-union staff will cover patient care — and the strike will last until June 1. Wisconsin State Journal
- ➤ UnityPoint Health-Meriter nurses will strike on May 27 because talks did not lead the hospital to agree to better pay, more staff, and safer conditions. The hospital said it is disappointed with the strike — warning that a work stoppage may add stress to staff and the community. WKOW
- ➤ The head of the state office of rural health warned that a federal budget proposal cutting Medicaid and rural hospital grants may force staff layoffs and facility closures in already struggling hospitals—most hospitals depend heavily on federal dollars. He said that if planned grants from May through September are not renewed, his office will have to shut down programs. Wisconsin Public Radio
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Micawber Concert at The Annex
6:30 PM – 12:30 AM — The Annex — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of local music featuring Micawber and more from the frozen tundra of Wisconsin.
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Electric Six Concert
8-10 p.m. — High Noon Saloon — $34+ — Experience the electrifying performance of Electric Six for an unforgettable night of music.
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Brat Fest 2025
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Alliant Energy Center — Earn donations for DCHS while enjoying brat grilling and community spirit.
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Quad City Dj's Performance
4:40-5:20 p.m. — Willow Island — Free entry — Dance to the beat of Quad City Dj's at the Everlight Solar Grand Stage during Brat Fest 2025.
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Memorial Day Community Cookout
1-3 p.m. — Token Creek County Park — Free entry — A relaxed day of food, games, and community on Memorial Day at the park.
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Sesame Street Live!
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Overture Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the joy of Cookie Monster, Elmo, and friends in a lively musical adventure.
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Wisconsin Trivia Night
6:30-11:59 p.m. — Roll Play — Free with purchase or $5/person — Celebrate Wisconsin's statehood by testing your trivia prowess on all things WI.
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Madison Mallards vs. Battle Creek Battle Jacks
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Warner Park — Ticket information available — Catch the excitement as the Madison Mallards take on the Battle Creek Battle Jacks in this thrilling baseball matchup.
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Free Family Opera Day
9:30 & 11:30 a.m. — Overture Center for the Arts — Free entry — Experience an enchanting performance of The Magic Flute along with engaging family activities.
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Tamara Dean in Conversation
6-7 p.m. — Mystery to Me — Free entry — Explore environmental insights and personal journeys in a conversation with author Tamara Dean.
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