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Sunday, August 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Madison to host enriching community events including a Coffee Break Festival, the Agora Art Fair, and the Magic Pride Festival, promising a diverse weekend of activities.  WMTV
  • Goodman Pool in Madison, Wis., reopened after a temporary closure due to broken glass in the shallow end, just in time for the final week of its season.  WISC-TV

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A fire in a Madison apartment was extinguished by a sprinkler system before firefighters arrived, preventing injuries and limiting damage.  WISC-TV
  • A collision between a motorist and a biker in downtown Madison resulted in the biker being hospitalized.  WISC-TV

CULTURE NEWS

  • Africa Fest in Madison combines cultural celebration with a running event to fund portable water wells for rural African communities.  WKOW

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Madison School District hired Southside Elementary's principal without the customary staff and parent input, leading to complaints of bullying and an ongoing investigation.  Wisconsin State Journal
  • Eagle Eye Networks introduces '911 Camera Sharing', a technology to provide first responders with live security camera access during school shootings, aiming to reduce response time and increase situational awareness.  WISC-TV

HEALTH NEWS

  • The American Cancer Society received a $1 million grant to bolster lodging and transportation support for cancer patients in Wisconsin and several other states, facilitating access to treatment.  WISC-TV

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Duck Donuts inaugurated its first Wisconsin shop in Madison, offering free donuts for a year to the first customer and various donut-based treats.  WMTV

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Dogtown Hollow: Live Americana and Country Music

    Experience an engaging performance by Dogtown Hollow, a band blending Americana, Country, and roots-rock music, as they promote their new EP at the Red Rooster in Madison.

    Sun, 9/8/24

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  • Rooftop Yoga Experience

    Experience gentle yoga movements and sound healing on the serene William T. Evjue Rooftop Garden, perfect for all levels of practitioners.

    Mon, 9/9/24

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  • Laura Anne Bird Book Event: Marvelous Jackson

    Experience the journey of a young boy rediscovering his passion for baking and reconnecting with family in Laura Anne Bird's latest book, 'Marvelous Jackson,' while engaging with the author herself.

    Tue, 9/10/24

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  • Madison Night Market - September 2024

    Experience a vibrant local market atmosphere with an array of food, crafts, and activities at Peace Park in downtown Madison.

    Thu, 9/12/24

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  • Live Music with Granny Shot at Capital Brewery

    Experience an unforgettable evening of live music featuring Granny Shot, a party band known for their nostalgic hits from the '90s and '00s, at the popular Capital Brewery.

    Fri, 9/13/24

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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.

    Sat, 9/14/24

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  • Dead Poet Society Live at High Noon Saloon

    Experience an electrifying live performance by Dead Poet Society at the iconic High Noon Saloon in Madison.

    Sun, 9/15/24

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  • Madison's Geek Lunch - A Gathering for .NET Enthusiasts

    Experience a vibrant community gathering where developers and tech enthusiasts come together to learn about the latest in Microsoft .NET technologies.

    Tue, 9/17/24

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