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Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The second annual On Jackie's Wings, We Rise UP! event will be held on October 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Brittingham Park with speakers including Brenda Frasser and local officials, and participants will walk to the State Capitol and enjoy refreshments and activities—funds raised will support DAIS and efforts for legislative change in domestic violence prevention. WISC-TV
- ➤ The University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Blk Pwr Coalition held a vigil on Library Mall today to honor Mississippi men Trey Reed and Cory Zukatis who were found hanging on Sept. 15—about 100 community members lit candles and chanted to raise concerns about anti-Black hate crimes and violence. Participants recited a poem and shared support to underscore community grief and call for meaningful action. The Daily Cardinal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Dane County Regional Airport announced that Sun Country Airlines will begin weekly nonstop flights to Phoenix and Fort Myers on Oct. 23 and American Airlines will add nonstop service to Miami on Nov. 8 as fall cools the air. Airport officials said the new routes offer more travel options—boosting the local economy. WMTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, UW Health and MMSD launched a two-year program that places nationally certified strength and conditioning coaches at four high schools to offer student-athletes personalized training and guidance on nutrition and sleep — a move that builds on their longstanding partnership. WISC-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is urging hunters to test all harvested deer for chronic wasting disease since infected animals may look healthy for months — the state has set up 24-hour drop-off kiosks and partnered with licensed meat processors to collect samples. Testing all deer is vital for protecting wildlife and public health this season. WISC-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, State Rep. Francesca Hong, Sen. Kelda Roys, Milwaukee’s David Crowley — and Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez launched their campaigns for governor, with announcements coming on Tuesday and Wednesday. The candidates will campaign statewide as they seek to shape Wisconsin’s future. WKOW
- ➤ This week marks one year since the Metro bus rapid transit system started in Madison. Officials and riders say high ridership shows success and that the agency is planning to fix detour issues and improve accessibility technology—updates that will come as construction begins on John Nolen this fall. WMTV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Public Health Madison and Dane County issued an overdose spike alert Wednesday after EMS responded to five overdoses in 24 hours and advised those affected to test drugs for fentanyl and carry Narcan—PHMDC provided test strips and Narcan at East Washington Ave. and South Park Street. WISC-TV
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Laurel Burleson, chef and owner of Ugly Apple Cafe, shared her techniques for making apple marmalade, applesauce, and apple butter to prevent extra apples from going to waste while also offering a recipe for pork chops with apple bacon cabbage. Her cafe operates inside the Dane County Courthouse and City County Building in Madison — she uses different apple varieties to balance tart and sweet flavors. Wisconsin Public Radio
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Officials broke ground on a new apartment building with 14 floors on East Washington Avenue; it is scheduled to open in May 2027 with 244 apartments. The building features multiple parking levels and premium amenities—including space for up to four businesses. Wisconsin State Journal
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True North Music + Food Festival
4-10 p.m. — Warner Park — Cost info not provided — Celebrate great food and local music at Madison’s vibrant 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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Michael Minelli Live
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Red Zone Madison — Entry cost unknown — Experience the unique soul and energy of Michael Minelli as he headlines his own tour.
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