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COVID on the rise in Dane County: What you should know
You're not alone if you suddenly have more friends or colleagues saying they have COVID. Epidemiologists for Public Health Madison & Dane County say that while COVID-19 levels are low compared with last winter's peak, they have noticed infection rates are trending upward. Those observations follow national trends. The Centers...
Renuka Mayadev is best choice for 77th Assembly District seat -- Stephen Hoffenberg
I’ve known my neighbor Chuck Erickson for decades through my volunteer work at the Bayview Community Center and in his position on the Dane County Board. I’ve always supported him as a candidate for the board. I agree with his priorities and was intending to support him in...
Girls' construction summer camp to expand horizons in Dane County
FITCHBURG, Wis. -- The Madison Area Builders Association and the Boys & Girls Club of Dane County announced Thursday the "BLAZE: Girl Trailblazers in the Trades" summer camp, which will run from July 15-19 at the McKenzie Regional Workforce Center.
Farmers’ Market on July 13 to be held at Breese Stevens Field
The Dane County Farmers’ Market will be held at Breese Stevens Field on Saturday, July 13 from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. for our Annual Farmers’ Market at Breese Stevens Field. Join us for a special market filled with Wisconsin goodness at Breese Stevens Field, 917 E. Mifflin Street, Madison, WI 53703, our traditional location during the annual Art Fair on the Square. From 7 a.m. to 12 p.m., you can enjoy a delicious array of vegetables, cheese, meat, flowers, baked goods, fruit, and other great products - all grown and raised in Wisconsin by the person behind the stand.
Behavioral Health Resource Center offering in-person services
Stoughton area residents are invited to come learn about the different services the Dane County Behavioral Health Resource Center has to offer. The Behavioral Health Resource Center helps connect people with mental health and substance use resources. There is no requirement for insurance, age or legal status. During their In-Person hours, resource specialists will be on hand to give information and answer questions about opportunities such as therapy, case management and substance use.
Dane County GOP gearing up for Republican National Convention
MADISON, Wis. — The start of the Republican National Convention (RNC) is just days away. Communities across the state have been preparing for the big event for many months. About an hour and a half away from Milwaukee, Dane County GOP leaders are getting ready for what they say is a once-in-a-lifetime event.
Michael Etheridge named executive director of The Road Home Dane County
Michael Etheridge has been named the executive director of The Road Home Dane County, the non-profit announced on Thursday. “Michael not only brings extensive knowledge and expertise in managing homelessness services, but also a deep commitment to our mission,” said Robin Matthies, the president of the board of directors for The Road Home. “His impressive track record and strategic approach make him the ideal person to lead The Road Home into its next chapter.”
Hansen Home Team hosting school supply drive for The Road Home Dane County
The Hansen Home Team, a full-service real estate team located at 251 S. Main St. in Verona, will be hosting a school supply drive to gather donations for The Road Home Dane County. The event will occur on Sunday, July 21, from 1–4 p.m. at Veterans Park and feature a...
SSM Health Madison nursing home to be sold to for-profit company in New Jersey
SSM Health plans to sell three of its nonprofit nursing homes in Wisconsin — including 184-bed St. Mary’s Care Center in Madison, the largest of Dane County’s 18 nursing homes — to a for-profit long-term care company in New Jersey. St. Louis-based SSM Health said Wednesday...
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