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Madison
Monday, September 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 22nd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, a peace walk took place in Madison to mark the International Day of Peace—part of the Global Weekend of Action. UW Madison and Madison College students along with local residents joined the march and urged legislators to support the Ban the Bombs Act to stop arms transfers. WKOW
- ➤ Bittersweet Blessings Farm hosted its annual Applefest on Sunday in Deerfield, celebrating nearly 90 years of its heirloom apple orchard — the festival featured over 200 vendors selling apple products like cider, apple butter, and apple pie, with live entertainment for families. WKOW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Department of Education ended grant programs for Hispanic-serving colleges, which means four Wisconsin schools such as Gateway Technical College and Herzing University may lose millions. In response, these schools have vowed to keep supporting Hispanic students and will look for new partners — a plan to continue their support in the face of funding cuts. The Madison Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, as school is back in session, the Wisconsin State Patrol and the Wisconsin School Bus Association launched Operation Safe Stop to enforce rules that require drivers to stop for buses with flashing red lights. The campaign—running until Sept 26—aims to protect children boarding and exiting buses by issuing fines, demerit points, and higher insurance rates to violators. WMTV
- ➤ Today, the City of Madison is testing lane closures on Willy Street during rush hour as part of a $24,000 study funded by Safe Streets Madison that is showcased at the Willy Street Fair. City staff will survey the public and gather data until late October — a review that may lead to permanent changes for safer streets and improved parking. WKOW
- ➤ A rider said he preferred the quiet comfort of the Amtrak Hiawatha service from Milwaukee to Chicago, and state DOT officials gathered feedback from these trips. The department is using federal grants to study expanding service and adding routes with better access — plans that will shape future rail travel. The Madison Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, nearly 200 people walked on Madison’s west side for a two-mile walk/run to raise money and awareness for ovarian cancer—organized by the Wisconsin Ovarian Cancer Alliance and supported by survivors, loved ones, and volunteers sharing personal stories to stress early detection. WMTV
- ➤ On Sunday, the tenth annual Badger Challenge fundraiser was held at UW Health Eastpark Medical Center and raised millions for the UW Health Carbone Cancer Center to support cancer research and treatment. Badger Challenge Director Derick Wheeler said 3,000 people took part — with hopes that attendance will grow to 5,000 in future events. WMTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday afternoon, Wisconsin volleyball won a crucial match against Florida by winning a marathon fourth set 36—34 after a comeback from an early set loss; Mimi Coyler led the team with 37 kills and 30 points. The Badgers will play at home on Friday against Rutgers. WISC-TV
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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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Milk Street Radio with Christopher Kimball
4:00 – 5:30 PM — The Orpheum Theater — Ticket prices vary — Discover culinary delights with Christopher Kimball at the Art of Cheese Festival.
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THE ORCHESTRA Featuring Former ELO Members
8-9:30 PM — The Orpheum Theater — Ticket info not specified — Experience a night of symphonic rock with classic hits and dazzling performances.
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