Friday, October 4th, 2024

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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Madison announces the start of fall yard waste and leaves collection on October 6, 2024, with residents given three guaranteed collection opportunities. City of Madison
- ➤ Madison residents can now vote to name the city's first two electric trash collection trucks, with options like "Trash Gordon" and "Vin No Diesel" among finalists. WKOW
- ➤ Madison initiates a 'Missing Middle' housing development, backed by a $600,000 city investment, to ensure permanent affordability for families. WISC-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A body was found in a pond on University of Wisconsin-Madison property during the search for Brooke L. Strattan, a missing Madison woman, and a man last seen with her is in custody on unrelated charges. WISC-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers in Madison, part of the Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance’s 'Bird Collision Corps,' are collecting data on migratory birds killed by window collisions to advocate for bird-safe building regulations. Wisconsin Public Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wisconsin's comprehensive voter guide for the Nov. 5 general election includes details on presidential, Senate, local races, budget referendums, and a constitutional amendment on voting eligibility. Isthmus
SHOP NEWS
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Zeds Dead Live Performance
Experience an electrifying night of music with Zeds Dead at The Sylvee, a highly rated venue known for its vibrant atmosphere.
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Zoltan Kaszas: Stand-Up Comedy Performance
Experience the sharp, observational humor of award-winning comedian Zoltan Kaszas, known for his viral cat jokes and engaging storytelling.
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Abby Hamilton Live at High Noon Saloon
Experience an engaging evening of rock-and-roll with Abby Hamilton at the renowned High Noon Saloon, featuring doors opening at 7:00 pm and a performance starting at 8:00 pm.
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Dispatch Concert with Lizzie No
Experience an electrifying night of indie rock as Dispatch performs fan favorites and new tracks from their latest album, 'Break Our Fall', at The Sylvee.
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Book Signing and Discussion with Christine Schiefer and Em Schulz
Experience an afternoon of literary engagement with authors Christine Schiefer and Em Schulz as they discuss and sign their new book, A Haunted Road Atlas: Next Stop.
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Brass Queens and Mama Digdown's Brass Band Performance
Experience the vibrant sounds of New Orleans brass band music with Mama Digdown's Brass Band at the High Noon Saloon.
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Live Music with Saturday Morning Cartel at Capital Brewery
Experience an evening of live music featuring the original cover band Saturday Morning Cartel, known for their unique twists on classic hits across several decades.
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Alfred Robles: Rising Star Comedian
Experience the comedic talent of Alfred Robles, a standout performer who has gained recognition on various platforms, including Comedy Central and Netflix.
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SuGAR Symposium 2024: Investigating Galactic Cosmic Rays
Explore the origins of cosmic rays at this multidisciplinary symposium featuring expert discussions and panels on galactic astrophysics.
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Madison's Monthly .NET Geek Lunch
Learn and network with Madison’s Microsoft .NET community of developers and engineers passionate about the latest technologies.
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