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Madison
Saturday, August 9th, 2025
Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Verona Area High School will host its second annual Back to School Block Party on Aug 24 from noon to 2 p.m. Community members will access vaccinations from Walmart, free vision screenings by the Lions Club, and school supplies — organized by the school’s Black Student Union. WISC-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Verona man died when his motorcycle struck an SUV at 5:20 p.m. on Thursday on the 2600 block of South Seminole Highway in Fitchburg—Fitchburg police and the Village of Oregon Police Department with support from the Dane County Sheriff's Office investigated the crash. WKOW
- ➤ Fitchburg police said a 54-year-old Verona resident riding a motorcycle collided with an SUV on the 2600 block of South Seminole Highway around 5:20 p.m. Thursday and later died at a hospital. WISC-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Madison Police are searching for 38-year-old Grace E. Dwyer, who was last heard from on Aug. 2 — if she is seen, contact her mother or Detective Roberta Stellick at 608-245-3696. FOX 47
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Madison illustrator Megan Stout gathered ideas from Madison Reddit to create her Hippie Christmas cover that honors our local move-out tradition of leaving items on the curb. Isthmus art director Tommy Washbush praised her work for turning a busy concept into a clear, cohesive design—linking community creativity with a cherished local event. Isthmus
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dane County Emergency Management conducted a backup test of its 144 outdoor warning sirens on August 8 at noon after a technical problem halted the scheduled test on August 6 — the system normally tests monthly to alert people of severe weather. WKOW
- ➤ Wisconsin Public Radio will lose about $6 million in federal support when the Corporation for Public Broadcasting shuts down after Congress cut $1.1 billion of its funding. WPR Director Sarah Ashworth said the station existed before the CPB and will keep serving listeners, but changes such as music licensing are still unclear—details will emerge as decisions are made. Wisconsin Public Radio
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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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Madison Film Festival
3-9 PM — Bartell Theatre — $24.99 — Immerse yourself in cinema and connect with fellow film enthusiasts at this vibrant festival.
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Madison Plant Party
12-5 p.m. — High Noon Saloon — Free entry — Explore local plant shops and enjoy a vibrant market supporting the plant community.
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