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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Arbor Good Neighbor House in Madison, Wisconsin, is hosting a benefit concert featuring Common Chord to support local families with essential supplies.  WISC-TV

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • One person perished in a three-car collision on WIS 30 in Madison, prompting an ongoing investigation and road closure suggestions for morning commuters.  WKOW
  • One person died and others were injured in a two-vehicle collision early Friday, leading to significant traffic delays on Highway 51 northbound at Highway 30.  Wisconsin State Journal

EDUCATION NEWS

  • A few dozen pro-Palestine protesters were forcibly removed for disrupting a UW Board of Regents meeting.  Wisconsin State Journal
  • The University of Wisconsin-Madison Law School's decision to hire Skylar Croy and Daniel Lennington from the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty to teach a course on the Reconstruction Amendments has sparked criticism from some students, amidst broader discussions on diversity programs.  The Daily Cardinal

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • In Madison, 50 police complaints were investigated with only one leading to discipline in 6 months, amid discussions on the new Police Civilian Oversight Board's role and effectiveness.  Isthmus

HEALTH NEWS

  • Research underscores the dual benefits of volunteering, highlighting its positive impact on mental and physical health for both the volunteer and the community.  Isthmus

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Seth Glier Live Concert at The Bur Oak

    Experience a live performance by singer-songwriter Seth Glier in an intimate venue setting.

    Sun, 12/8/24

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  • Rend Collective Concert in Madison

    Rend Collective will perform live at the Barrymore Theatre in Madison, providing an evening of uplifting music.

    Wed, 12/11/24

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  • Share Your Holidays Phone-A-Thon from Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin

    For one day only, on December 11 you can double your donation and help end hunger! Call (608) 204-8000 or visit https://secondharvestsw.org/SYH2024 and all donations made that day will be matched up to $400,000!

    Wed, 12/11/24

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  • Edvard Grieg Chorus Christmas Concert

    The Edvard Grieg Chorus performs a Christmas concert featuring Norwegian and English carols, with sing-a-long opportunities and refreshments following the performance.

    Thu, 12/12/24

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  • The Last Revel with Two Runner Concert

    Enjoy an evening of live music featuring The Last Revel alongside Two Runner at the Majestic Theatre in Madison.

    Fri, 12/13/24

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  • Madison Ballet's The Nutcracker Performance

    Experience the timeless holiday classic, The Nutcracker, performed by Madison Ballet at the Overture Center for the Arts.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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  • Cool Front - Live Music Performance

    Cool Front is a rock, blues, and funk trio based in Madison, Wisconsin, performing covers of well-known artists at the Red Rooster venue.

    Sun, 12/15/24

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  • Wisconsin Badgers Women's Basketball vs. UAlbany Great Danes

    The Wisconsin Badgers women's basketball team will face the UAlbany Great Danes at Kohl Center, seeking to avenge a past defeat.

    Fri, 12/20/24

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  • Mickey and Minnie's Christmas Breakfast

    Enjoy a festive morning with breakfast favorites, a viewing of 'Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas', and appearances by Mickey and Minnie.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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  • Jay Bragg Live Performance

    Jay Bragg will be performing at The Bur Oak, featuring tickets for Lost Lakes.

    Sun, 12/22/24

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  • Annual Red Cross Holiday Blood Drive

    The Annual Holiday Blood Drive invites community members to donate blood in a safe environment at the Exhibition Hall of the Alliant Energy Center.

    Tue, 12/24/24

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