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Dane County judge strikes down elements of Wisconsin's Act 10 law that curbed public unions
MADISON – A Dane County judge on Wednesday ruled provisions of Wisconsin's Act 10 law are unconstitutional and denied a motion to dismiss a case challenging the Gov. Scott Walker-era law that severely curbed unions' influence, sparked massive protests and reshaped Wisconsin's political climate for years to come. Several unions representing public employees filed the lawsuit in...
Developer celebrates construction of two affordable projects in Madison
The developer of The View and The Victoria at Huxley Yards, two affordable housing projects with a combined 553 units, celebrated construction with a groundbreaking on June 27 in Madison. Developers said it’s the largest ground-up affordable housing project in Wisconsin. The developments will introduce affordable housing to families...
Fourth of July tradition continues for a church in Sauk County
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Between cookouts and parades, lots of Fourth of July celebrations took place on Thursday. One celebration happened at Blackhawk Bethlehem Church, just west of Sauk City. Organizers said they’ve been hosting this gathering for close to 100 years. Henry Elsing, resident of Sauk County, said...
Take extra precautions on WI rivers following excess rain, DNR says
SAUK CITY, Wis. (WMTV) - Following a wet first half of summer, the Wisconsin DNR is urging Wisconsinites to take extra precautions as they eagerly take to the waters this holiday weekend. Some places in Wisconsin have seen excessive rainfall over the few weeks, some water levels the highest they’ve...
Our Dane County patio dining guide features 550 options
As Madison begins to (hopefully) dry out after a very rainy June, note that this year’s patio map includes many locations with excellent rain coverage. “I did want to include places like Butterbird, which has a really nice, large, covered area,” said photo director Ruthie Hauge, who collaborated with intern Ashley Rodriguez on the fourth iteration of the Cap Times Patio Guide.
Food pantries issue call for help
The Oregon Food Pantry is among a coalition of 36 Dane County food pantries that released a letter to the community on Tuesday, sounding an alarm about the rising number of people facing food insecurity and the need for both immediate support and longer-term solutions to the challenges of distributing enough food to meet the growing need.
New rapid water testing in Dane County provides faster results
MADISON, Wis. — A new rapid testing system is allowing employees with Public Health Madison and Dane County to detect bacteria in water within two to four hours. Public Health Madison Dane County has a new rapid testing system that allows scientists to detect bacteria in water within two to four hours.
Natural areas hike set for July 6
Town of Verona Board member David Lonsdorf is inviting community members on a hike to explore one of the town’s many natural areas: Badger Prairie County Park. Badger Prairie County Park, also known as the Ice Age Junction Natural Resource Area, is one of Dane County’s largest parks and hosts a huge, mature prairie restoration with lots of hiking trails. There are spectacular views from the higher spots. In July, the prairie will be at its peak with many species blooming and many pollinators working the flowers.
Watch our Wisconsin Assembly District 47 Democratic candidate debate
Democratic Party voters in Assembly District 47 will have a choice when they head to the polls on Aug. 13 between two candidates to represent them: Fitchburg Ald. Joe Maldonado and Dane County Board member Randy Udell. The district's current representative, Jimmy Anderson, is not running for reelection in order...
Explore This Otherworldly Underground Cave With Jaw-Dropping Rock Formations And Fossils In Wisconsin
Wondering what it’s like to step into a real-life time machine that whisks you away to a world of stunning underground landscapes and ancient fossils?. Welcome to the Cave of the Mounds in Blue Mounds, Wisconsin!. It’s a place that will make you question if you’ve stepped into a...
Things to do in Madison: 'Moulin Rouge,' 'Saw: The Musical' and more
Explosions light up the skies for three nights this week, with around 20 fireworks shows planned across Dane County. On Wednesday, there are at least four shows, including one around 9:30 p.m. after the Madison Mallards baseball game at Warner Park, 2930 Sherman Ave. On Thursday, there are more than a dozen shows from Monona and Stoughton to Milton and Mazonmanie, plus another round at Warner Park after the new softball team, the Madison Night Mares, plays. Want some post-4th action? Head to the “Fire on the River” celebration Friday and Saturday Sauk City’s Riverway, near Water St. and Van Buren St. for fireworks at dusk Saturday.
As new director of programs, Norma Gallegos Valles looks to help Centro Hispano continue to grow and evolve
Norma Gallegos Valles, who has been with Centro Hispano of Dane County since 2019, was recently promoted to be the new director of programs at the leading non-profit organization serving the Latinx population in Dane County. “I think what makes me so excited about this position is that I get...
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