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Tuesday, July 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream is hosting its second annual Cone Crawl this Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and customers can collect stamps plus receive a free mini cone at nine locations in celebration of National Ice Cream Day. WISC-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Paul Van Duyne, 43, of Madison was bound over for trial on charges of attempted first-degree intentional homicide and stalking after he allegedly used chemicals including cyanide to poison women he once dated—Andrea Whitaker faces extra charges in Rock County and a hearing is set for today. WISC-TV
- ➤ Paul Van Duyne Jr.—accused of attempted first-degree intentional homicide and stalking in Dane and Rock Counties—was bound over for trial after his preliminary hearing was waived, with his alleged accomplice Andrea Whitaker scheduled for arraignment on Aug. 5. WMTV
- ➤ A Madison judge ruled there is enough evidence to send Paul Van Duyne (43) to trial in Dane County on charges of attempted first-degree intentional homicide and stalking after he allegedly used chemicals to poison women he dated, with his arraignment and co-defendant Andrea Whitaker’s arraignment set for August 5 at 1:15 p.m. FOX 47
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Madison Streets and Urban Forestry Division warns residents that using liquid weed killers near trees may cause damage such as discolored or cupping leaves and that severely harmed trees could be removed with fines applied to the responsible party (if recovery is not possible). Residents are advised to pull weeds by hand or use granular chemicals on windy days to protect the trees. City of Madison
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Madison has approved a tax-funded deal for 25 acres at Voit Farms where over 1,000 new housing units are planned—20% of which will be affordable—with the city set to pay $4.1 million in future taxes for four lots as part of the agreement with developer Starkweather LLC. The project must break ground by May and comes as housing demand grows in the city. The Capital Times
- ➤ The City of Madison Engineering Division announced that its Pleasant View Road Project won the APWA, Wisconsin Chapter’s Project of the Year award. The project rebuilt 1.4 miles of a key north-south road and added new turn lanes and a multi-use path — improvements designed to make travel safer and easier for drivers, bikers and pedestrians in Madison and Middleton. City of Madison
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Andrea Weisman and Mike Crowley, two Wisconsin residents, donated kidneys to strangers in 2024 after intensive testing and surgery, helping address the need of over 1,200 people waiting for transplants. Congress will consider the End Kidney Deaths Act to provide a tax credit for living donors+ their actions now encourage community awareness of living donation. Wisconsin Public Radio
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Forward Madison FC vs. Charlotte Independence
12-3 p.m. — Breese Stevens Field — Tickets from $52 — Catch a thrilling soccer match between Forward Madison and the Charlotte Independence with guaranteed low prices.
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Wicked
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Overture Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Explore the origins of the Wicked Witch of the West and her relationship with Glinda the Good.
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Live Music with West On 12 at Capital Brewery
6-10 p.m. — Capital Brewery — $5 cover at the door — Enjoy a vibrant night with West On 12 rocking classic hits and modern favorites.
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Jim White Live Performance
6-8 p.m. — Paoli Schoolhouse American Bistro — Check website for details — Enjoy soulful acoustics and thought-provoking lyrics from seasoned singer-songwriter Jim White.
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Great Midwest Pro Rodeo and Bull Riding
2:30-5:30 p.m. — Thresherman's Park — Tickets available — Experience thrilling bull riding and rodeo events featuring champion cowboys and cowgirls.
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Concert in the Park: SP Area Community Band & The Handphibians
5-8 p.m. — Wetmore Park — Food truck offerings available — Enjoy live music and family-friendly activities at this summer night event.
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Wicked
7:30-9 p.m. — Overture Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Explore the untold story of the Wicked Witch and Glinda in this captivating musical.
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Gold Dust Women Tribute Concert
7-9 p.m. — Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center — FREE ticket required — Experience electrifying performances of Fleetwood Mac and Heart hits with stunning rooftop views.
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Sparrow Blue Performance
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Annex — No refunds — Enjoy an evening of music with Sparrow Blue presented by Midwest Mix-Up.
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AtwoodFest
12 PM - 7 PM — Sugar Maple Stage — Free entry — Enjoy a 75-minute set by Paige and band at Madison's vibrant AtwoodFest.
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