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Core Spaces to Develop Three Student Housing Communities Near University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, Wis. — Core Spaces will develop three student housing communities totaling 4,000 beds near the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus. The developments are set for delivery between 2026 and 2028 and will include a 12-story community offering 910 beds at the intersection of West Johnson and North Bassett streets; a 15-story, 1,723-bed property offering studio through five-bedroom units and townhomes at the intersection of West Johnson and North Broom streets; and a 15-story, 1,330-bed property located at the intersection of North Frances and West Johnson streets. 10 Percent of beds at the West Johnson and North Broom Street development will be offered at a 40 percent discount to average market rates. All three properties will offer amenities including rooftop swimming pools, outdoor grilling areas, fitness center, co-working spaces and private study rooms. Treehouse Builders and Madison-based Findorff will serve as general contractors for each of the new projects.
Madison Fire Department rescues drivers stranded in flood waters
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Madison Fire Department assisted several drivers stranded in flood waters during Sunday night’s severe thunderstorms. MFD responded to six calls in various locations. Some of these calls came in within minutes of each other. The first call came just before 7:45 p.m. between Aberg Avenue and N. Sherman Avenue. Two other calls were between East Johnson Street and Third Street. The remaining were near Ruskin Street, Windom Way and Northport Drive.
Grant County Driver Falls Asleep Behind Wheel, Resulting in Crash
On July 12, 2024 at about 12:52 AM the Grant County Sheriff’s Office received a call regarding a crash on Hwy 80 near Old 80 Rd, Clifton Township, just south of Livingston, WI. The investigating deputy learned that Jacob Books, age 22, of Montfort, WI was driving a 2017...
Alliant aims to have power restored to Janesville area customers by this evening
Alliant Energy officials say the major storms that blew through Rock County Sunday night tore down trees and knocked out power to at least 11,000 people in and around the city of Janesville. As of late Monday morning, Alliant reports about 1,000 customers remained without power. Alliant spokesman Tony Palese...
Meet Firefighter/EMT Chris Schmid
I currently work at Station 1 (W. Dayton Street) on the 'C' shift. I had the opportunity to do a ride-along with the Madison Fire Department my senior year of high school. I was impressed by the professionalism and the high-quality care that was provided by the crew. The firefighters on shift that day really made me feel welcomed and explained exactly what they were doing, and why, in a way that I understood at the time without having any prior experience. This opportunity solidified my desire to join the fire service after high school.
One person dead, several others injured following crash in Adams County
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - One person is dead and two other people are injured after a crash in the town of Strongs Prairie Friday, Adams County Sheriff’s Office reported on Monday. Authorities said deputies responded just before 6 p.m. to the intersection of State Highway 21 and County Highway...
'Declare the Good News!' Jehovah's Witness convention explores Christ's life, Bible message
JANESVILLE — Traveling more that 70 miles, the Sparesus family arrived at the Jehovah’s Witness convention in Janesville ready to immerse themselves in a weekend of faith and fellowship. The convention started on July 5 and will continue every weekend until August 11 at the Assembly Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 207 S. Wright Road. So far, 1,000 people have attended each weekend with a projected goal of 8,700 attendees, organizers said. ...
La Crosse year-round school district begins new school year
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WEAU) - Northside Elementary School officially began their 2024-2025 school year on Monday. This year the school has the theme “Growing Together”. “Our theme came because our greenhouse was completed this past year. That’s going to be a big part of our learning this year. Also, it’s our ten year anniversary for Northside. We’ve had ten years of Coulee Montessori Northside here at this building together where we’ve been learning and growing together. We’re just going to enhance on that this year,” says School Principal Sarah Bradle.
RNC comes to Milwaukee metro area with a new, more challenging political landscape
Republicans are holding their 2024 national convention in a swing-state metropolis where the political ground has been steadily shifting against them. The four-county Milwaukee metro area, home to more than a quarter of Wisconsin’s voters, voted Republican for president in 2000 and 2004. But not since. ...
Midwest Storm Damage Survey Underway Today Following Monday Night’s Severe Weather
Des Moines, IA – The National Weather Service (NWS) will conduct a storm survey today across parts of the Midwest, focusing on the severe thunderstorms and tornadoes that hit the region Monday night. The survey aims to assess damage in Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Michigan. According to the...
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