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Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crash on I-39 southbound near Femrite Drive closed the right lane at 7:50 a.m. on May 21st — all lanes reopened about an hour later, according to the Dane County Sheriff's Office. WKOW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ This week, Wisconsin dairy farms will begin having their milk tested for the avian flu virus under a USDA-mandated national surveillance program—samples will be taken during regular milk quality checks with little impact to daily operations. The state agency said that with over 1,250 tests weekly and pasteurization ensuring safety, the process meets federal guidelines while keeping producers on track. Wisconsin Public Radio
- ➤ Melissa Agard—a Dane County Executive—urged Madison residents to become foster parents as licensed homes fell from 168 to about 110 over the past year, leaving nearly 190 children in need. Nearly 190 children—many of them teens or sibling groups—will receive care as Human Services offers support through background checks, training, and home assessments. WKOW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Nurses from SEIU delayed their meeting with Meriter as they said a strike is now unavoidable, per a statement from UnityPoint. Meriter said negotiations will resume May 29 and the hospital and clinics will remain open during the planned strike — company officials expressed disappointment with the union's decision. WMTV
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Madison Mallards will enforce a clear bag policy at Warner Park this summer — bags smaller than 6.5 by 4.5 inches may be nonclear while larger bags must be clear and will be searched — with the season opening on Memorial Day at 4:05 p.m. WKOW
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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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Rehab: 25th Anniversary Tour
6:30-8 p.m. — The Annex — $37.93+ — Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Rehab's 'Sittin at The Bar Tour' with live music in Madison.
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