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Thursday, August 15th, 2024
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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Madison faces controversy over a city plan to increase housing density and mixed-use development in response to a projected growth of over 100,000 residents by 2050. PBS Wisconsin
- ➤ Wisconsin companies, predominantly from Madison, swept 33 out of 41 awards in the 2024 State Fair Grand Champion Eats and Treats competition, emphasizing small to medium-sized businesses in the food industry. WISC-TV
- ➤ Capital K9s, a nonprofit, is hosting a golf outing to raise funds for the Madison Police Department's K-9 unit, aiming to gather $50,000. WMTV
- ➤ A Silver Alert was issued for 62-year-old Kristin Yelinek, last seen in Madison, WI, prompting a call for public assistance to determine her whereabouts. WISC-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is collaborating with University of Wisconsin schools to study smooth greensnake populations, using student volunteers for surveys to prevent future declines. WISC-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Madison's fall primary election saw a historic 45% voter turnout, the highest in 40 years according to the City Clerk's Office, with over 83,000 ballots cast. WMTV
- ➤ Wisconsin voters overwhelmingly rejected proposed constitutional amendments that would have limited Governor Tony Evers' control over federal spending, following a significant campaign against them. The Capital Times
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Dogtown Hollow: Live Americana and Country Music
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Rooftop Yoga Experience
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Laura Anne Bird Book Event: Marvelous Jackson
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Madison Night Market - September 2024
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Live Music with Granny Shot at Capital Brewery
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Madison Comic Expo featuring Alicia Witt
Celebrate the vibrant world of comics, toys, film, and cosplay at the two-day Madison Comic Expo, featuring special guest Alicia Witt.
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