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Friday, May 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A small fire at a senior living facility on Jupiter Drive near I-39/90 was quickly put out by its sprinkler system at about 10:22 p.m. Wednesday night—one resident was taken to a hospital in stable condition while nearby apartments suffered minor water damage and staff arranged overnight lodging. WISC-TV
- ➤ On May 27, a 6-year-old boy shot himself on the far east side of Madison — he is in critical condition at a local hospital. WISC-TV
- ➤ A 48-year-old man was critically injured after he was struck by a vehicle near Kennedy Road — Northport Drive just before 5:30 p.m. Monday and the driver remained at the scene while cooperating with police. WMTV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Realta Fusion, a UW-Madison startup, raised $36 million and will use the funds to design a prototype fusion reactor called Anvil by 2028—its approach uses high-temperature superconducting magnets in a magnetic mirror design to stabilize plasma. The company will also upgrade its WHAM device and build a fusion research facility to help launch a new fusion energy industry in Wisconsin and the Upper Midwest. The Daily Cardinal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, a new exhibit at US Bank Plaza in downtown Madison showcases Wisconsin's hidden hip-hop history and community impact, curated by local leaders Gregory Doby and Menkhu Meri Maat. The exhibit runs through early September and offers interactive features—such as a turntable display—that help visitors explore hip-hop's role in education and youth outreach. FOX 47
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dane County announced a free Food Scrap Stop program that will launch on June 1 with 24/7 drop-off kiosks at Warner Park and Henry Vilas Zoo—staff will help residents register online for access codes and provide free collection buckets—. The initiative will reduce landfill waste by turning food scraps into compost. WKOW
- ➤ City of Madison will resume free food scraps recycling at the South Madison Farmers' Market on June 3 at 1602 S Park Street, with drop-off times from 2-6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Saturdays until October 28—residents are urged to bring items such as coffee grounds, eggshells, and raw fruits and vegetables as the city aims to compost 40,000 lbs of waste. WISC-TV
- ➤ On Thursday, a Rock County deer farm reported that a 5½-year-old doe tested positive for chronic wasting disease, confirmed by the National Veterinary Services Laboratories in Ames, Iowa. DATCP and the USDA will quarantine the farm—launching an epidemiological investigation into the case. WISC-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, UnityPoint-Health Meriter and SEIU Wisconsin resumed their 23rd round of negotiations as nurses argued that low pay and unsafe staffing have led to delayed care and medication issues amid an ongoing strike. One patient said that treatment delays have worsened care—while hospital officials insist that travel nurses keep operations running smoothly. FOX 47
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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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Gabby Bryan Stand-Up Comedy
6:45-8:15 p.m. — Comedy on State — Ticket prices and fees apply — Enjoy an evening of humor with Emmy-winning producer and stand-up comedian Gabby Bryan.
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