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Saturday, June 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Former Wisconsin State Journal managing editor Cliff Behnke, a UW-Madison graduate who spent 40 years shaping local journalism, died Sunday at BrightStar Senior Living in Madison after a battle with Parkinson’s Disease—he was known for his no-nonsense style. Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. July 10th at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. Wisconsin State Journal
- ➤ Today, the Naked Bike Ride kicks off at 11 a.m. in Madison as participants choose their own level of nudity under the 'Bare As You Dare' guideline * and ride any human-powered transport to promote bike sustainability. Organizers remind riders to respect one another and follow traffic rules throughout the event. WKOW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Madison police arrested a man who allegedly fired a gun and struck a home on the near east side early Friday at about 1:14 a.m.—officers found shell casings at the scene and apprehended the suspect near the 900 block of Royster Oaks Drive while the investigation continued. WISC-TV
- ➤ A Madison couple is accused of trying to poison a Rock County woman in separate attacks in April and May — incidents included a gym water bottle attack and toxic fumes in her car — and police charged them with attempted first-degree intentional homicide and other crimes. WISC-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wisconsin Humanities went into hibernation after its federal funding was cancelled, forcing layoffs and the end of its cultural programs. A $200,000 grant and a $50,000 challenge grant, along with local donations, let three staffers maintain key projects — including archiving programs and holding listening sessions until funding returns. Isthmus
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ More than 73,000 Wisconsin families have used federal tax credits for clean energy and home upgrades, but lawmakers plan to end these incentives by the end of the year. Experts warn that cutting the credits may slow new installations and reduce jobs—homeowners are urged to act soon to protect their savings. Wisconsin Public Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nakoma Road will be open to inbound traffic only starting Monday, June 30th for a sidewalk project that adds a new walkway and removes many parking spots, with metro buses detoured to Cherokee Drive. Manitou Way will close for sanitary work + a box culvert will be replaced later this summer, and the road is estimated to reopen mid-September. City of Madison
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Madison Mallards vs. Green Bay Rockers
4:05-5:35 p.m. — Warner Park — Fundraiser for Occupaws — Cheer on the Mallards while supporting a great cause.
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Prototype Automated AI Workflows with n8n
6-8 p.m. — Madison Public Library - Central — Free entry — Explore how to rapidly prototype and automate AI workflows using n8n in this engaging session.
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Clean Lakes 101: Dragonflies and Damselflies
4-5 p.m. — The East Side Club — Free entry — Explore the fascinating connection between dragonflies, damselflies, and water quality in Madison's lakes with Dr. Spalding.
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Senie Hunt Live Performance
7-9 p.m. — Red Rooster — Tickets available for purchase — Experience eclectic and powerful music from the unique artist Senie Hunt.
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Colin Jost Live
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Comedy on State — Online tickets only — Experience an evening of laughter with Colin Jost, renowned SNL writer and performer.
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Sports Photography Workshop with Steve Apps
6-8 p.m. — The Camera Company — Limited spots available — Enhance your photography skills with hands-on training and expert feedback from an award-winning sports photographer.
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Mobile Vaccination Clinic at Southside Elementary School
9-11 a.m. — Southside Elementary School — Free vaccines for eligible individuals — Offering essential immunizations to help keep our community healthy.
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Nashville on the Roof
6-8 p.m. — Graduate by Hilton Madison — Limited tickets available — Enjoy an evening of live music with Brittany Moore, Aaron Clafton, and John Stanislawski.
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I Think It Could Work
8:00 p.m. — Madison Circus Space — General Admission: $25 — Experience a vibrant, improvised circus show where no two performances are the same.
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Madison Mallards vs. Wisconsin Rapids Rafters
6:05-7:35 p.m. — Warner Park — Cost varies — Catch the excitement as the Mallards take on the Rafters in a thrilling baseball matchup.
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