Thursday, November 28th, 2024

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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Former recipients of the Empty Stocking Club's holiday gifts give back to ensure children today receive the same joy they did, with the charity distributing over 7,700 toys last year. Wisconsin State Journal
- ➤ The Clean Lakes Alliance is accepting predictions for the annual Mendota Freeze Contest, where correct guesses can win a $1,000 Land's End gift card. Wisconsin State Journal
- ➤ The cast and crew of Broadway's '& Juliet' volunteered at The River Food Pantry in Madison while in town for their performances at the Overture Center. WMTV
- ➤ Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Madison prepares to serve Thanksgiving dinner to 450-500 people, supported by donations and 100 volunteers. WMTV
- ➤ The intersection reconstruction at Doty Street and Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard in Madison, Wisconsin, is postponed until next spring because of cold weather. WISC-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Madison police are investigating a robbery where suspects armed with a handgun stole cash during a supposed cellphone sale from Facebook Marketplace, with no injuries reported. WKOW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Wisconsin-Madison ascended to sixth in national research spending rankings in 2023, highlighting a significant investment in its research endeavors. Wisconsin Public Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Madison to allocate nearly $10 million from its Affordable Housing Fund to support the development of over 270 new affordable housing units. WMTV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Epic Systems publishes research on a range of medical topics from the medical records of 277 million patients, offering quicker insights into health trends and drug efficacy than traditional peer-reviewed methods. Wisconsin State Journal
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Driveway Thriftdwellers Concert in Madison
Experience the captivating sounds of Driveway Thriftdwellers at the Majestic Theatre in Madison.
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Beth Kille Live Performance at Seminole Tap
Experience live music from Beth Kille at Seminole Tap, offering a fun and entertaining night in Fitchburg, WI.
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Surfer Girl Concert featuring Carter Reeves
Experience an evening of good vibes and groovy rhythms as the charismatic Carter Reeves, former frontman of Aer, leads his band Surfer Girl in a fusion of indie-pop, reggae, and surf-rock at the High Noon Saloon.
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Lorie Line Live Performance
Experience a captivating musical evening with renowned artist Lorie Line at the Terrace at Memorial Union in Madison, Wisconsin.
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Live Karaoke with the eMpTy Vees at Red Rooster
Experience live band karaoke with Madison’s ’80s music veterans, the eMpTy Vees, at the Red Rooster.
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Fall 2024 Visiting Artist Colloquium Featuring Brian Adams
The event features a range of artists discussing their explorations in fiber sculpture, semi-autobiographical painting, and the intersection of digital media with immersive art experiences.
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Sa-Roc Concert at Wisconsin Union Theater
Experience a captivating live performance by the talented artist Sa-Roc at the Wisconsin Union Theater.
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A Madison Symphony Christmas Concert
Experience the festive ambiance of the holiday season with uplifting choral performances, featuring the Madison Symphony Chorus, Youth Choirs, dynamic soloists, and a climactic Gospel finale.
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Steely Dane: Holidane Concert
Experience an engaging concert featuring the tribute band Steely Dane at the historical Orpheum Theater in Madison.
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Seth Glier Live Concert at The Bur Oak
Experience a live performance by singer-songwriter Seth Glier in an intimate venue setting.
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