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Thursday, August 29th, 2024
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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream's annual 'Create a Flavor Contest' invites participants to invent a new ice cream flavor, with the winner receiving free ice cream for a year and supporting the TEENworks youth culinary program. WISC-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An intoxicated driver in Madison crashes a stolen vehicle into multiple parked cars and street infrastructure, resulting in several charges including first-offense OWI. Wisconsin State Journal
- ➤ Madison police have issued a warning about a rise in car thefts in the Westmorland Neighborhood, urging residents not to leave valuables in their vehicles over Labor Day weekend. WKOW
- ➤ Two restaurants on Madison's east side were burglarized using a large rock and piece of concrete to shatter front doors, with cash stolen from both. FOX 47
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ SixLine Semiconductor wins the Madison Pressure Chamber competition, advancing semiconductor technology with carbon nanotube innovations for faster electronics. Wisconsin State Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Madison Metro showcases its first Bus Rapid Transit route, a $194 million project opening Sept. 22, designed to enhance city transportation with federal funding covering 75% of costs. Wisconsin State Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A study by the University of Wisconsin-Madison finds most residents have PFAS in their blood, with higher levels linked to factors such as age, gender, race, income, and consumption of caught fish. WISC-TV
- ➤ The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources emphasizes the importance of sober boating and wearing life jackets, stating these factors are key to preventing boating-related deaths. WISC-TV
- ➤ The 2024 Madison Hard Hats with Heart campaign aims to improve cardiovascular health among Dane County construction workers, partnering with the American Heart Association and hosting an event on October 17. WKOW
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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The Mike Maher Band Live at Capitol View Farmer's Market
Experience the vibrant sounds of Mike Maher, a talented musician blending classic rock, funk, blues, and jazz, at the Capitol View Farmer's Market.
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The Movement - Live Music by aurorawave
Experience an evening of authentic music as aurorawave, led by former Iya Terra frontman Nathan Feinstein, showcases their sonic evolution at the Majestic Theatre.
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