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Madison
Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Madison residents are urged to shop small as chain businesses grow on State Street, prompting a push toward local alternatives in food, cafés, and shops—options that help maintain the city’s unique charm. The list of 10 categories offers clear choices to keep Madison’s character intact. The Badger Herald
- ➤ The SoulFolk Collective at UW is conducting a study to identify Black-affirming spaces in Madison by gathering 68 interviews and inviting more participants until Nov.1—its first public meeting, Cookies with Collective, is on Oct.20 to build community among students and local residents. The Badger Herald
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The City of Madison has invited four finalists to propose designs for public art at the Imagination Center at Reindahl Park and community members will meet them next week. The finalists were chosen by the Madison Arts Commission after an extensive review — including input from Madison Parks and the Public Library. City of Madison
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, September 30, 2025, UW Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin held a round table with student journalists to discuss budget cuts and federal policy uncertainties—she noted that no financial aid or scholarships were cut despite rising applicant numbers and that UW is using data-driven planning for future budgeting. The discussion focused on creative measures to support students while facing a period of uncertainty. The Badger Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The John Nolen Drive causeway in Madison will begin reconstruction on Oct. 13 to replace bridges and repave lanes while keeping one lane open in each direction and the bike lane available until the southbound bridges are replaced by late spring/early summer — the $42 million Phase 1 project covers Lakeside to Broom streets and adds a new pedestrian/bike path. Traffic detours may occur as construction shifts flows from one lane to the other. Isthmus
- ➤ Gov. Tony Evers said on Thursday that his team and the Department of Corrections met all court mandates at Lincoln Hills and Copper Lake — letting the state move youth to facilities closer to their homes. He said the state will keep checking the reforms this fall and open a new youth facility in Milwaukee next year. WISC-TV
- ➤ Nearly a year ago, Samuel Hoffland suffered severe injuries after consuming THC-contaminated pizza from Famous Yeti’s, which left over 80 people—27 of whom sought hospital care—with harmful symptoms. State regulators have not yet set rules on THC in food, and lawmakers are still debating new measures as Hoffland’s lawsuit against the restaurant continues. Isthmus
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ More women than ever received free breast cancer screenings through the Well Woman Program in 2024 as Public Health Madison & Dane County enrolled 970 clients, a 20% increase over five years. Program coordinator Dawn Henslee said the program has grown with bilingual staff to ensure that cost does not prevent access to lifesaving care. City of Madison
- ➤ State agriculture officials reported Thursday morning that a commercial poultry facility in Jefferson County tested positive for highly pathogenic avian flu, and the affected area was quarantined so that birds will be removed and not enter the food system. The department said local, state, and federal partners are monitoring exposed farm workers for symptoms and working to keep public risk low. WMTV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ On Sept. 30, the Institute for Research on Poverty held a webinar that explained how housing quality affects family health and stability — with experts showing that redlining continues to harm low-income communities even as homes have improved since the 1980s. The panel noted that rising rent costs remain a challenge for these families. The Badger Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Twenty-four former Badgers played on NFL rosters in a season that had finished its fourth week, with standout players like T.J. Watt on the Steelers and Jonathan Taylor on the Colts showing strong skills. Many alumni, including running backs, linebackers, and linemen, built lasting reputations on the field—continuing Wisconsin’s legacy in professional football. The Badger Herald
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Aces High - The Music of Iron Maiden
8:00-9:30 p.m. — High Noon Saloon — Cashless venue — Experience the electrifying tribute to Iron Maiden as the night comes alive with rock classics.
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Toy Story In Concert by Madison Symphony Orchestra
2:30-4 p.m. — Overture Center for the Arts — $34-$114 — Experience the magic of Toy Story with live orchestral music as the film unfolds on the big screen.
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Research-Driven Storytelling for Brand Building
4-5:30 p.m. — Goodman Community Center - Iron Works — Registration required — Explore how insights and storytelling intertwine to create impactful brand strategies.
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Taylor Tomlinson Live
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Overture Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter with comedian Taylor Tomlinson at the Overture Center in Madison.
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Vaccination Clinic at Holtzman Learning Center
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Holtzman Learning Center — Free vaccines available — Get vaccinated at this community clinic supported by local health organizations.
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Becky Robinson Live
7-8:30 p.m. — The Orpheum Theater — Tickets from $69 — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Becky Robinson at this historic venue.
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Chaparelle Live Show
8-9:30 p.m. — High Noon Saloon — Cashless venue — Enjoy a live performance with a vibrant atmosphere at this popular Madison venue.
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