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Friday, September 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 100 AmFam volunteers built the wall framework for a Habitat for Humanity home in Madison yesterday—supporting the project as it takes shape. WKOW
- ➤ Destination Madison previewed fall events coming up this weekend during a visit to WMTV, including Oktoberfest at Essen Haus with 16 local German-style beers and Saturday polka dancing. Other events include the annual Monarch Tagging Project at Pope Farm Conservancy on Friday and Saturday, the Monroe Street Festival on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. + BodgeFest on Madison’s north side with art booths and live music. WMTV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Verona business Navy Paddles makes handcrafted wooden paddles that honor military veterans and first responders using local wood from Wisconsin. The company uses 45 wrap designs to share each hero’s unique story and ships its work worldwide. WMTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Madison Museum of Contemporary Art announced Thursday it will renovate its 7,100-square-foot Rooftop Sculpture Garden with native plants and enhanced lighting to mark the museum’s 125th anniversary and the garden's 20th anniversary. Construction begins Monday and the garden will reopen in early spring next year—temporarily closing the space during updates. WISC-TV
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ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nick Dowdy from the Milwaukee Public Museum said that small populations of the invasive Asian tiger mosquito have been seen near Madison and Milwaukee—first spotted in Wisconsin in 2017. The insect carries risks of diseases like West Nile and Zika, but it cannot survive our winters. WKOW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new state bill would let adoptees get their original birth certificate impounded in 1929—state Rep. Paul Tittl said current law only lets some adoptees access their records when both birth parents meet certain conditions. Advocates like Diana Higgenbottom Anagnostopoulos stress the change will provide needed identity and medical information while the State Bar warned it might break the birth parents' anonymity. Wisconsin Public Radio
- ➤ At a Madison forum earlier this week, panelists from Voces de la Frontera, the Community Immigration Law Center and UW-Madison warned that residents should prepare for increased immigration enforcement – citing potential workplace raids. They noted that immigrants make up 9% of the county population and help sustain local businesses, urging the public to follow social media for updates. The Capital Times
- ➤ City staff will paint curb extensions and median islands at intersections along West Dayton Street from Sept.15th to Sept.19th with new asphalt art designed to slow drivers and shorten pedestrian crossing distances. Local artist Bernie Witzack of Bernie & Zuzu will design the art—consultants Chalk Riot will lead installation as intersections close from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. WISC-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tara saved her husband Dee by giving CPR during his cardiac arrest, and his recovery has inspired him to support the American Heart Association at the Madison Heart Walk on Saturday—an event that will raise funds for research and training. WKOW
- ➤ The 14th annual 9/11 'Never Forget' Blood Drive will be held this upcoming Thursday at the Goodman Center (214 Waubesa St.) from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and is hosted by the Madison Police Department, Madison Fire Department, and American Red Cross, which expects to collect around 136 donations; officials recommend scheduling an appointment to shorten wait times. WISC-TV
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30th Annual Java Jive
Java Jive is RCC’s signature annual fundraiser, bringing the community together for coffee, music, treats, and fun in support of survivors. All proceeds directly fund RCC’s survivor services and violence prevention education in Dane County.
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Craig Robinson Stand-Up Comedy
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Comedy on State — Sold out — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Craig Robinson, known for his roles in ‘The Office’ and ‘Dolemite Is My Name!’
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Trampled By Turtles Concert
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. — Breese Stevens Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic sound of Trampled By Turtles live in Madison.
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DJ Diesel Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — The Sylvee — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying set from NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal as DJ Diesel shakes the stage.
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Big Wild Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Sylvee — Ticket info not specified — Experience the captivating sounds of Jackson Stell's Big Wild project inspired by nature's beauty.
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Lindsey Stirling and Halestorm: nEVEREST DUALITY Tour
4:30-7:30 p.m. — Breese Stevens Field — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of electrifying performances from Lindsey Stirling, Halestorm, and special guest Apocalyptica.
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Jon Batiste Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Orpheum Theater — Tickets required — Experience the soulful sounds of Grammy and Oscar winner Jon Batiste in an unforgettable live performance.
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Jon Batiste Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Orpheum Theater — Tickets available — Experience the soulful sounds of Grammy-winning artist Jon Batiste.
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