Friday, October 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wisconsin's Department of Natural Resources, alongside local organizations like Rock Creek Disabled Outdoors, has been providing accessible deer hunting opportunities for individuals with disabilities since 1992, offering them a sense of community and nature connection. Wisconsin Public Radio
- ➤ Downtown Madison will experience lane closures on East Doty and East Wilson streets this weekend due to paving and utility work. Wisconsin State Journal
- ➤ Maurice Banks and Joe Mingle collaborate on the Harmony Pantry Project to provide free fresh food to residents of the Harmony at Grandview Commons Apartments in Madison, addressing food desert challenges. WMTV
- ➤ Wisconsin residents have until October 21, 2024, to vote on names for the state's first electric trash collection vehicles, with options ranging from sports stars to a humorous play on words. City of Madison
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An investigation is ongoing after three individuals allegedly committed armed robbery at a downtown Madison store, with no arrests made yet. WMTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Madison School District is experimenting with replacing traditional letter grades with standards-based grading by 2026, focusing on students' mastery of specific academic criteria. Wisconsin State Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Madison experiences a rare viewing of the northern lights on October 9 and 10, due to increased solar activity in the sun's 11-year cycle. The Daily Cardinal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wisconsin Elections Commission's administrator endorses ballot drop boxes as secure for voting, amidst reduced usage and legal battles. Wisconsin Public Radio
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Breakthrough drugs have significantly extended the life expectancy and improved the quality of life for cystic fibrosis patients in the Madison area, with life expectancy extending from 46 to 61 years. Wisconsin State Journal
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Norman Sann at The Sylvee
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid - The Musical
Experience the hilarious and engaging performance of 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid - The Musical' at Madison Youth Arts.
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Women’s Volleyball Match Against Madison College
Experience an exciting volleyball match as the Lady Bulldogs take on Madison College in Madison, Wisconsin.
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Mickey Guyton Live with Denitia at Majestic Theatre
Experience an unforgettable evening of country music with Mickey Guyton and Denitia at the Majestic Theatre in Madison.
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Krizz Kaliko Live Concert
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Cold War Kids Tour with Hovvdy and Joe P
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Armchair Boogie Concert featuring Henhouse Prowlers and Wurk
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Wisconsin Badgers Football Game vs. Penn State Nittany Lions
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Live Music Performance of Cowboy Bebop Soundtrack
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It Takes A Village: After-School Enrichment Program
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