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Saturday, June 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Mendota Rowing Club is celebrating the renovation of its historic Bernard-Hoover Boathouse in James Madison Park with a 11:30 a.m. presentation by local leaders—attendees join free Learn to Row Day activities from 1 to 4 p.m. with cake served at noon—registration is required due to limited space. FOX 47
- ➤ A Wisconsin Girl Scout named Molly Lenius set a state record by selling 35,598 boxes of cookies over 13 years, and her sales funded trips and a project at Olbrich Botanical Gardens—she will study mechanical engineering at Iowa State University. WMTV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Madison Fire Department and police responded to a boat fire at Olin-Turville Court on Thursday at 9:20 p.m.—authorities confirmed the lone person onboard got off safely and no injuries were reported. WMTV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Housing Initiatives is building a 16-unit affordable housing project on Roth Street but faces delays after MGE denied its request for a unified electric meter that would ease solar energy use and avoid extra fees. The nonprofit now must choose between a costly waiver from the Public Services Commission and proceeding under state rules that require individual meters for permanent housing—while city officials and renewable energy groups call for less strict metering standards. Isthmus
- ➤ Several streets in Madison, including North Sherman Avenue + Comanche Way and parts of Hoffman Street, have been closed since Friday for shuttle services to the American Family Insurance Championship, and they will reopen by 8 p.m. Sunday. WMTV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UnityPoint Health-Meriter announced on Friday plans to expand its addiction treatment program by adding two weekly walk-in sessions for same-day care at the Gammon Lane clinic with one session on Monday 12:30-3 p.m. and another on Tuesday 8-11 a.m. The NewStart program will also add more sessions for its 16-session Intensive Outpatient Program running Monday-Thursday from 9-11:30 a.m. and 4-6:15 p.m. WISC-TV
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At TPC Wisconsin, the American Family Insurance Championship began yesterday with an opening ceremony at 8:20 a.m. that featured a flyover from the 115th Fighter Wing and an inaugural tee shot by 8-year-old Laine—now cancer free—and the event will run until Sunday with team and celebrity tournaments today featuring Mia Hamm, Justin Herbert and Charles Woodson hosted by Andy North. Organizers said the tournament has raised millions for American Family Children’s Hospital—part of a record $19.7 million since 2016—thanks to over 1,000 local volunteers. WMTV
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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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Madison Night Mares vs. Wausau Ignite
6:05-7:35 p.m. — Warner Park — Cost info unavailable — Experience the excitement of local soccer as the Madison Night Mares take on the Wausau Ignite.
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Sleep Theory Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Majestic Theatre — Ticket prices to be determined — Experience the dynamic sound and powerful vocals of Cullen Moore with Sleep Theory.
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Marquette Waterfront Festival 2025
4-10 p.m. — Yahara Place Park — Free entry — Celebrate summer with local music, delicious food, and family-friendly activities at this annual festival.
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Supersuckers Concert
5-9 p.m. — The Annex — Tickets from $30 — Enjoy a night of rock with Supersuckers and special guests in a lively atmosphere.
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Madison Mallards Family Night
6:05 - 7:35 p.m. — Warner Park — Free for participating families — Enjoy a baseball game with special activities for adoptive and foster families to create lasting memories together.
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Symphony at Sunset 2025
5-9 p.m. — Burrows Park — $225 ($165 tax deductible) — Enjoy a stunning evening with live orchestral music, delicious dining, and a live auction benefiting the MSO's programs.
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