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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Boys & Girls Club of Dane County rewarded Madison restaurant workers with $1,000 tips as part of their 'Pay It Forward' holiday campaign.  WMTV

CULTURE NEWS

  • In Wisconsin, Jews and Christians uniquely celebrated the overlap of Christmas and Hanukkah, emphasizing community service and the importance of their respective traditions.  WMTV

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Starbucks employees in Madison join a national union strike demanding fair labor practices and better pay, escalating tensions with strikes in several cities.  WKOW

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The winter weather advisory for Dane County was canceled due to the absence of expected freezing drizzle, but it continues for northern counties with snow anticipated.  Wisconsin State Journal

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Wisconsin Capitol, known for its visible dome, houses underground tunnels, secret showers, a rare mail chute system, deterrents against birds on its roof, and a notable Civil War eagle replica, unveiling its lesser-known features.  Wisconsin State Journal

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Many stores, including Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Aldi, Costco, Walmart, Target, Home Depot, and Macy’s, are closed on Christmas Day 2024, but CVS and select Walgreens pharmacies, along with most gas stations and convenience stores, remain open, though patrons should verify hours locally.  WMTV

EVENTS

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  • Nate Craig Live at Majestic Theatre

    Nate Craig will perform live at the Majestic Theatre in Madison.

    Fri, 12/27/24

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  • Comedy Night at Doundrins Distilling

    Join Quamedy Productions for a night of hilarious standup comedy!

    Fri, 12/27/24

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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.

    Sat, 12/28/24

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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.

    Sun, 12/29/24

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  • Sarah Akawa Concert with DJ Tanner

    Experience a live performance by Sarah Akawa and DJ Tanner at The Sylvee in Madison.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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  • Joey's Song + Know-It-All Boyfriends Concert in Madison

    This charity concert at Majestic Theatre features live performances aimed at raising money and awareness for medical research.

    Wed, 1/8/25

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  • Letters to Cleo with The Nielsen Trust

    The event features performances by Letters to Cleo and The Nielsen Trust as part of the Joey's Song festival, aimed at raising awareness and funds for epilepsy through music.

    Thu, 1/9/25

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  • Madison Home Expo 2025

    The Madison Home Expo is a three-day event showcasing home improvement opportunities and connecting homeowners with contractors in a prestigious venue.

    Fri, 1/10/25

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  • Joey's Song Charity Concert in Madison

    The concert aims to raise funds and awareness for medical research through volunteer-performed music.

    Sat, 1/11/25

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  • Live Performance by Greg Koch Trio

    Experience a live music performance by the Greg Koch Trio at High Noon Saloon in Madison.

    Sun, 1/12/25

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  • Hybrid Wilderness First Responder Course by NOLS

    The Hybrid Wilderness First Responder course provides essential first aid training for outdoor professionals, combining online learning with in-person training.

    Mon, 1/13/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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