Friday, December 13th, 2024

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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Autumn Ridge ribbon cutting in Madison, initially set for 12/12/2024, has been postponed to 12/17/2024 due to weather, celebrating a new multi-use path that enhances connectivity and safety. City of Madison
- ➤ Madison's Streets Division drop-off sites at 4602 Sycamore Avenue and 402 South Point Road switch to winter hours until the spring of 2025. City of Madison
- ➤ Madison firefighters successfully rescued a chihuahua-dachshund mix named Darcy from a hole and reunited her with her owner. WMTV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire on Madison's north side resulted in one person injured and the death of a dog, with all residents displaced and the cause under investigation. WISC-TV
CONSUMER NEWS
- ➤ About 2.6 million Stanley travel mugs are being recalled due to a burn hazard caused by the lid detaching when exposed to heat or torque, with a free replacement lid available for affected consumers. WKOW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Madison police apprehended three teenagers for alleged involvement in thefts and an armed robbery using a replica firearm. WISC-TV
- ➤ Woman in Madison arrested for third-offense OWI and child neglect after nonprofit staff intervened as she attempted to leave with a child while intoxicated. Wisconsin State Journal
- ➤ Madison Police arrested a woman and cited underage drinkers in a State Street bar lacking a licensed bartender. WMTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Forward Theater Company in Madison seeks to raise the final $300,000 of their $4 million endowment goal to fund their performances, with the Pleasant T. Rowland company matching every donation. WMTV
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Jay Bragg Live Performance
Jay Bragg will be performing at The Bur Oak, featuring tickets for Lost Lakes.
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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.
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Comedy Show with Johnny Beehner
Experience an evening of laughter at Comedy on State featuring comedian Johnny Beehner.
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Nate Craig Live at Majestic Theatre
Nate Craig will perform live at the Majestic Theatre in Madison.
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Stand-Up Comedy Night with Johnny Beehner
Catch stand-up comedian Johnny Beehner performing live at Comedy on State in Madison.
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Mosaic Lamp DIY Workshop
Participate in a hands-on workshop at Starkweather Brewing Company to design and create your own unique mosaic lamp while enjoying a complimentary drink.
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