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Thursday, May 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity of Dane County launched a new program to help veterans with needed home repairs including roof, plumbing, electrical, exterior, accessibility, and weatherization work — the initiative is backed by the Home Depot Foundation. Veterans in need should apply soon by calling 608.255.1549 or emailing [email protected] — funds are limited. WKOW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Windsor man was arrested on Tuesday after he crashed head-on into a dump truck on State Highway 19 near Forest Park Drive—he admitted to looking at his phone and failed field sobriety testing—and he was charged with operating while intoxicated on his fifth offense and cited for open intoxicants, inattentive driving and driving left of center. WISC-TV
- ➤ A Madison man was charged with neglect after a 6-year-old shot themself in the head when the child found a gun left in an apartment on the 100 block of Milky Way Monday morning — his bond is set at $7,000 and the child remains in critical condition. WMTV
- ➤ Madison police are searching for 53-year-old Vince Hildestad—who was last seen after leaving UnityPoint-Meriter’s emergency room around 1 a.m.—as his family said he had no cellphone or vehicle and may be without his Parkinson’s medication. WISC-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local artist Ken Fager started the Mini WI project in 2020 to hide mini Capitol replicas around Madison—over 6,000 have been placed—to spread random acts of kindness begun during the pandemic and sustained by donations. WISC-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new report released Wednesday by Madison-based Singlewire Software found that many school staff felt their school entrances were not secure, with only 17% saying they felt completely safe. More than 80 local schools have adopted the Visitor Aware digital check-in system— which screens visitors through watchlists and sex offender databases— and the Madison Metropolitan School District uses the tool district-wide. WKOW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dane County is asking residents to give input on the proposed regulation for frozen lakes known as Chapter 71 to enhance safety. A public meeting is scheduled for June 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Lussier Family Heritage Center in Madison—written comments will be accepted online until July 15. WKOW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Over 500 nurses at UnityPoint Health-Meriter Hospital in Madison began a five-day strike on Tuesday after more than 20 bargaining sessions failed to secure a new contract with better pay and safer working conditions. The hospital brought in outside nurses from a staffing agency and received support from local elected officials — including Bernie Sanders. The Capital Times
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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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Joe Dombrowski Live in Madison
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Comedy on State — Ticket prices vary — Experience laughter with the comedic genius behind the viral Mr. D.
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Caravan Gypsy Swing Ensemble
8-11 p.m. — The North Street Cabaret — Cost to be determined — Experience the diverse sounds of Gypsy Jazz with Caravan, influenced by Django Reinhardt and more.
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Madison Mallards Baseball Game
6:05 – 7:35 p.m. — Warner Park — Tickets available — Enjoy an exciting baseball matchup between Madison Mallards and Wausau Woodchucks.
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MAD Gluten Free Festival
2-6 p.m. — Breese Stevens Field — Free admission — Experience a vibrant celebration of gluten-free cuisine with fun activities for the whole family.
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Madison Mallards vs. Rockford Rivets
6:05-7:35 p.m. — Warner Park — Enjoy the excitement of a summer baseball game as the Mallards take on the Rivets.
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Parks Alive at Worthington Park
5-7 p.m. — Worthington Park — Free entry — Enjoy fun family activities, free food, music, and movies while connecting with your community.
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