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Thursday, August 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Businesses on Madison's north and east sides are hosting the Strip Mall Carnival from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Lola's Hi/Lo Lounge (617 North Sherman Avenue) to support Clean Lakes Alliance's work in protecting local lake water quality. WMTV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A seven-year-old boy was struck by a vehicle in Beloit around 4:51 p.m. Tuesday and died at a Madison hospital, while the driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. WISC-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Exact Sciences announced that it will lay off about 200 employees in Wisconsin — including 80 at its Madison headquarters and 120 remote workers — as it reorganizes support functions to meet growing worldwide demand. Impacted team members will receive severance and outplacement support while they remain with the company until their contracts end between September 30 and April 2026. WMTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Madison Black Chamber of Commerce will host the 10th Annual Black Restaurant Week from Aug. 10 to 17, kicking off with a $5 Food Taste Jamboree at Warner Park on Sunday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.—offering live music, food from Black-owned restaurants, and family activities. WISC-TV
- ➤ Yesterday at Tenney Park, dozens gathered for the Lanterns for Peace event that marked the 80th anniversary of Hiroshima—participants crafted their own lanterns and listened to local Taiko drumming while the event called for nuclear disarmament, organized by Physicians for Social Responsibility Wisconsin. WMTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Enrollment for the Madison Metropolitan School District for the 2025-2026 school year began on August 6 and families registered online by preparing required documents—photo ID, proof of residency, and immunization records—while returning students verified their details and new families created an account as the district prepared for a staggered school start on Sept. 2 and Sept. 3. WKOW
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Developers are racing to build homes as rising prices and limited supply force many first-time buyers to search for affordable options outside Madison — a trend driven by job growth at major employers like Epic Systems and Spectrum Brands. Competition has cooled since last year, but prices continue to rise, keeping the market challenging for newcomers. WKOW
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Wave To Earth Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Sylvee — Ticket info TBA — Enjoy the indie pop sounds of Seoul's 'Wave to Earth' featuring Daniel Kim, Dong Kyu Shin, and John Cha.
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Great Taste of the Midwest
1-6 p.m. — Olin Park — Ticketed event — Indulge in over 1400 unique craft beers from approximately 200 breweries in a scenic lakeside setting.
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Paa Kow - Ghanaian Drummer
7-10 p.m. — The North Street Cabaret — Check online for ticket prices — Experience a fusion of Ghanaian rhythms and American influences with the artistic drumming of Paa Kow.
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The Flaming Lips & Modest Mouse Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Breese Stevens Field — Cost TBA — Experience an indie rock night with co-headliners The Flaming Lips and Modest Mouse.
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The Bridges of Madison County
August 15-23 — 800 Langdon St, Madison, WI — Tickets required — A touching, fiercely romantic story of love and choices unfolds over four days on an Iowa farm.
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Agora Art Fair
10 a.m.-5 p.m. — Agora at Fitchburg Center — Free entry — Experience the vibrant 17th Annual Agora Art Fair featuring over 100 local artists and a celebration of Latin culture.
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Parks Alive at Sandburg Park
5-7 p.m. — Sandburg Park — Free entry — Enjoy fun family activities, free food, and music in your local park this summer.
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Live @ Lake Vista: Mark Croft Duo
4:30-6:00 p.m. — Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center — Free entry — Experience a delightful evening of live Roots, Rock & Americana music with Mark Croft and Jon Vriesacker.
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Devon Walker Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Comedy on State — Ticket required — Enjoy a night of laughs with stand-up comedian and SNL cast member Devon Walker.
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Devon Walker Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Comedy on State — Tickets from $88 — Experience an unforgettable night with Devon Walker in Madison.
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