<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Madison - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest news about Madison with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your region!]]></description><language>en-us</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2023 17:54:00 +0100</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Peak Hour Lane Closures--John Nolen Drive, starting Monday 11/13/23]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting 6:00 a.m. on Monday, November 13, John Nolen Drive will be reduced to one lane, in each direction, at all times for several projects within the Monona Terrace tunnel, including storm water piping replacement and fire alarm electrical work on the ceiling of the Monona Terrace tunnel, and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/peak-hour-lane-closures-john-nolen-drive-starting-monday-111323/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2023 17:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/peak-hour-lane-closures-john-nolen-drive-starting-monday-111323/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[District 7 and District 20 Alders Host Lunch and Learn Focusing on Public Safety and Mental Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[Join Alder Nasra Wehelie of District 7 and Co-Host Alder Barbara Harrington-McKinney of District 20 for a virtual Lunch and Learn focusing on public safety and mental health. Special guests include Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes, Madison Police Captain Kelly Beckett, and Madison Fire Assistant...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/district-7-and-district-20-alders-host-lunch-and-learn-focusing-on-public-safety-and-mental-health/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Nov 2023 16:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/district-7-and-district-20-alders-host-lunch-and-learn-focusing-on-public-safety-and-mental-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Reopening Update--S Broom Street &amp; W Wilson Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[The contractor will pave asphalt on Friday, 11/3 and Saturday, 11/4.&nbsp; Following paving, on Saturday afternoon, one lane of inbound (northbound) South Broom Street will open from John Nolen Drive through the work zone (see attached map).&nbsp;<br />
West Wilson Street will remain closed, as it currently is,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-reopening-update-s-broom-street-amp-w-wilson-street/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Nov 2023 15:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-reopening-update-s-broom-street-amp-w-wilson-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City Celebrates Construction Companies' Dedication to Inclusion, Diversity]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is proud to celebrate two successful projects where local contractors have completed key developments in the community that align with the City&rsquo;s values, core mission, and dedication to diversity and inclusion.<br />
The City of Madison worked with development firm JT Klein and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-celebrates-construction-companies-dedication-to-inclusion-diversity/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2023 16:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-celebrates-construction-companies-dedication-to-inclusion-diversity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--Hill Street (Fri. 11/3 to Sat. 11/4)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hill Street will be closed for two days at the intersection of University Avenue from 7:00 a.m. on Friday, November 3 until&nbsp; 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 4 for asphalt paving.<br />
Access to Hill Street from University Avenue will not be available for the duration of the closure.&nbsp; Access to the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-hill-street-fri-113-to-sat-114/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2023 15:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-hill-street-fri-113-to-sat-114/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Announces 2023 Bus Lines Poetry Selections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is excited to announce the selected poets for the 2023 Bus Lines poetry project. Poems by six poets were selected, including:&ldquo;Land and People&rdquo; by Rudy Bankston<br />
&ldquo;To my children in our garden&rdquo; by Daniela Chandler<br />
&ldquo;Madison Metro&rdquo; by Harmony, 3rd grader at Lincoln Elementary<br />
&ldquo;...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-announces-2023-bus-lines-poetry-selections/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Oct 2023 18:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-announces-2023-bus-lines-poetry-selections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Public Art to Be Dedicated on South Pinckney Street Median]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison invites the public to join City and community leaders to dedicate two new sculptures, Greeting Arc I &amp; Greeting Arc II, by artist Sunghee Min, at 11:30 a.m., Nov. 15, 2023, on the 200 block of South Pinckney Street, Madison, Wis.<br />
About the Project<br />
The Madison Arts Commission...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/new-public-art-to-be-dedicated-on-south-pinckney-street-median/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Oct 2023 18:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/new-public-art-to-be-dedicated-on-south-pinckney-street-median/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upcoming Public Meetings on Bus Rapid Transit in Madison]]></title><description><![CDATA[Community members are encouraged to attend a public meeting to learn more about the City of Madison's proposed second Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line to run from the city's north side, through the downtown area, to the south side neighborhoods, and ending in Fitchburg.<br />
In-Person Meetings<br />
South Side...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/upcoming-public-meetings-on-bus-rapid-transit-in-madison/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Oct 2023 22:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/upcoming-public-meetings-on-bus-rapid-transit-in-madison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Imagination Center at Reindahl Park Moves Forward, Meeting Set]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, Wis.&ndash; The City&rsquo;s Imagination Center at Reindahl Park is ready for the next step in the construction process, and the City needs your input at its next virtual public information meeting, 6 p.m., Nov. 6, 2023, via Zoom. Registration prior is required.&nbsp;<br />
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Nov. 6, 2023 Public Information...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/imagination-center-at-reindahl-park-moves-forward-meeting-set/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Oct 2023 17:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/imagination-center-at-reindahl-park-moves-forward-meeting-set/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Listening Sessions Scheduled for City’s First Stormwater Utility Vegetation Management Plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, Wis.-- The City of Madison Engineering Division has a number of upcoming listening sessions scheduled to help inform and receive feedback from residents and the community regarding&nbsp; the&nbsp; new Stormwater Utility Vegetation Management Plan, a plan that will incorporate public input and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/listening-sessions-scheduled-for-citys-first-stormwater-utility-vegetation-management-plan/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Oct 2023 20:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/listening-sessions-scheduled-for-citys-first-stormwater-utility-vegetation-management-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Equal Opportunities Commission and Civil Rights in Madison Celebrate 60 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison, Equal Opportunity Commission invites the community to a celebration reception, November 11, 11 a.m. &ndash; 2 p.m., at The Atrium at 2300 S. Park St. Madison, WI 53713.<br />
Please join the members of the Equal Opportunities Commission, the Department of Civil Rights, and the community in...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/equal-opportunities-commission-and-civil-rights-in-madison-celebrate-60-years/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2023 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/equal-opportunities-commission-and-civil-rights-in-madison-celebrate-60-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Well Woman Program Offers Free Breast Cancer Screenings]]></title><description><![CDATA[One in eight women in the United States will develop breast cancer at some point in their lives. Regular clinical breast exams and mammograms are crucial to saving lives.<br />
&ldquo;We know that the cost of screenings can be a concern for some women making these appointments, many prioritizing putting food...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/well-woman-program-offers-free-breast-cancer-screenings/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Oct 2023 16:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/well-woman-program-offers-free-breast-cancer-screenings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[District 17 Community Engagement Dinner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Join District 17 Alder Sabrina Madison, Sandburg Principal Lori Lopez, and Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway for a district-wide engagement dinner at Sandburg Elementary School. This is the perfect opportunity to engage with residents across district 17 around topics that are important to our area of the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/district-17-community-engagement-dinner/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Oct 2023 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/district-17-community-engagement-dinner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County Launches Respiratory Illness Data Dashboard]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County launched a new Dane County Respiratory Illness Dashboard. The agency designed the dashboard to help people track the latest trends in COVID-19, flu, RSV, and more during the winter respiratory season.<br />
&ldquo;Our COVID-19 dashboard has been immensely popular and we...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-madison-amp-dane-county-launches-respiratory-illness-data-dashboard/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Oct 2023 17:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-madison-amp-dane-county-launches-respiratory-illness-data-dashboard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atwood Avenue Now Open to Bidirectional Traffic]]></title><description><![CDATA[(MADISON, Wis.)&mdash;Starting today, Atwood Avenue is open to bidirectional traffic from Fair Oaks Avenue to Cottage Grove Road. Prior to this opening, vehicles could only travel inbound/toward downtown from Cottage Grove Road to Walter Street, with no access to an outbound lane between those two points...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/atwood-avenue-now-open-to-bidirectional-traffic/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2023 23:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/atwood-avenue-now-open-to-bidirectional-traffic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor’s Statement on Release of “Race to Equity 10-Year Report: Dane County”]]></title><description><![CDATA[We welcome the release of Kids Forward&rsquo;s &ldquo;Race to Equity 10-Year Report: Dane County.&rdquo; Ten years ago, the first Race to Equity report highlighted the fact that racial disparities in our community were deep, persistent, and exceeded state and national levels. The new report reinforces and deepens...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayors-statement-on-release-of-race-to-equity-10-year-report-dane-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2023 20:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayors-statement-on-release-of-race-to-equity-10-year-report-dane-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--Westbound W Dayton Street (Lake Street to Brooks Street)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Westbound traffic is closed on West Dayton Street between N Lake Street and Bernard Ct for a UW steam tunnel project through the Park St &amp; Dayton St intersection.&nbsp; Work and traffic control is expected to remain in place until November of 2024.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
Eastbound traffic will remain open at all times...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-westbound-w-dayton-street-lake-street-to-brooks-street/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2023 19:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-westbound-w-dayton-street-lake-street-to-brooks-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--N Fair Oaks Avenue (Mon. 10/16 thru Wed. 10/18)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting at 7:00 a.m. on Monday, October 16, N Fair Oaks Avenue will be fully closed to traffic at the railroad tracks just south of Thurber Avenue (see map).&nbsp; This closure is for underground utility connections for 215 N Fair Oaks Avenue. Plans are located here.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
The work is expected to be...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-n-fair-oaks-avenue-mon-1016-thru-wed-1018/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 22:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-n-fair-oaks-avenue-mon-1016-thru-wed-1018/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--100 block N Allen Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Tuesday October 17, beginning at 9:00 a.m., the 100 block of North Allen Street will be closed to through-traffic between Chamberlain Ave and Van Hise Ave Avenue.&nbsp; The roadway will be re-opened to through-traffic by 3:00 p.m.&nbsp;<br />
Access to all driveways on this block will be maintained at all times...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-100-block-n-allen-street/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 21:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-100-block-n-allen-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tips needed as MPD continues investigation into shooting that killed teen, injured 3 others]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Police Department is searching for five people directly involved in Tuesday night&rsquo;s deadly shooting at Harmony at Grandview Commons.<br />
Surveillance video shows a vehicle, believed to be a Lexus SUV, pull into the east side apartment complex around 8:30 p.m. Four people immediately got out...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/tips-needed-as-mpd-continues-investigation-into-shooting-that-killed-teen-injured-3-others/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 17:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/tips-needed-as-mpd-continues-investigation-into-shooting-that-killed-teen-injured-3-others/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library to Distribute Free Eclipse Glasses]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI - Madison Public Library will distribute free eclipse glasses in preparation for Saturday&rsquo;s solar eclipse.<br />
Glasses will be available at all nine Madison Public Libraries, from Thursday, October 12 through Saturday, October 14 during all open hours or while supplies last.<br />
In addition,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-to-distribute-free-eclipse-glasses/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 16:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-to-distribute-free-eclipse-glasses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Artist-in-Residence at Central Library Brings Well Wishes and a Wishing Well to the Bubbler Room]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- The Bubbler at Madison Public Library is welcoming a new Artist-in-Residence at Central Library for the fall. Maria Schirmer Devitt is a local artist who was born and raised in Madison, Wisconsin and will be in-residence in the Bubbler Room on the ground floor of Central Library...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/new-artist-in-residence-at-central-library-brings-well-wishes-and-a-wishing-well-to-the-bubbler-room/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Oct 2023 22:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/new-artist-in-residence-at-central-library-brings-well-wishes-and-a-wishing-well-to-the-bubbler-room/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fall is Here: Mulch Leaves, Compost, Connect on Collection Times]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI- The City of Madison is excited to kick off the fall season with reminders of all things leaves that every City of Madison resident needs to know, starting with mulching the leaves in lawns.<br />
The City of Madison held a press conference at 9 a.m., Oct. 10, 2023 on the 4000 block of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/fall-is-here-mulch-leaves-compost-connect-on-collection-times/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2023 22:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/fall-is-here-mulch-leaves-compost-connect-on-collection-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--East Washington Avenue (Pinckney St to Butler St)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 17, the 100 &amp; 200 blocks of East Washington Avenue--between Pinckney Street and Butler Street--will be closed for asphalt resurfacing.&nbsp; Paving will be completed and all streets will be reopened by 3:00 p.m.<br />
Traffic should follow the posted detour signs...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-east-washington-avenue-pinckney-st-to-butler-st/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2023 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-east-washington-avenue-pinckney-st-to-butler-st/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library's Teejop &amp; Beyond: Celebrating Native Nations Program  Returns for 2023 on Indigenous Peoples' Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- Teejop &amp; Beyond: Celebrating Native Nations, a program created by Madison Public Library in partnership with Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison, will return to libraries across Madison on Indigenous Peoples&rsquo; Day (Monday, October 9).<br />
"The lineup this year showcases the diversity and distinct...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-librarys-teejop-amp-beyond-celebrating-native-nations-program-returns-for-2023-on-indigenous-peoples-day/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Oct 2023 19:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-librarys-teejop-amp-beyond-celebrating-native-nations-program-returns-for-2023-on-indigenous-peoples-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--Farley Avenue (Friday, 10/20 to Monday, 10/23)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Farley Avenue will be closed at the intersection of University Avenue from 6:00 a.m. on Friday, October 20, until approximately&nbsp;&nbsp;7:00 p.m. on Monday October 23, for the construction of&nbsp;underground sanitary sewer &amp; water main utilities.&nbsp;<br />
Access to the businesses and residents will be maintained...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-farley-avenue-friday-1020-to-monday-1023/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Oct 2023 17:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-farley-avenue-friday-1020-to-monday-1023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Get Your Fall Vaccines Ahead of Respiratory Virus Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is encouraging everyone to get up to date on flu, RSV, and COVID vaccines ahead of the upcoming respiratory season.&nbsp;<br />
Last week, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) issued updated recommendations that everyone age 6 months and older get the updated COVID...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/get-your-fall-vaccines-ahead-of-respiratory-virus-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Oct 2023 15:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/get-your-fall-vaccines-ahead-of-respiratory-virus-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brush Collection Over for 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scheduled brush collection from the curb is over for 2023.<br />
Madison residents should not place brush out along the road for pickup at this time.&nbsp;<br />
Opportunities for curbside pickup will return in the spring of 2024.<br />
What is &ldquo;brush&rdquo;?<br />
Brush is woody material you have cut from your trees, shrubs, or...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brush-collection-over-for-2023/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Oct 2023 17:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brush-collection-over-for-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway Remarks on Retirement of County Executive Joe Parisi]]></title><description><![CDATA[I want to thank County Executive Joe Parisi for his many decades of public service. From his years as an aide in the State Capitol, to his tenure as County Clerk, to his many years of service as County Executive, Joe has stayed true to his progressive values and love of community. I particularly...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-remarks-on-retirement-of-county-executive-joe-parisi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Oct 2023 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-remarks-on-retirement-of-county-executive-joe-parisi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statement of Mayor Rhodes-Conway and Madison Alders on Proposed State Legislation Attacking Trans Youth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison is, and has been for a long time, a welcoming and supportive place for the LGBTQ+ community. In 1975 Madison became the first place in Wisconsin, and one of the earliest in the country, to ban discrimination based on sexual orientation. The City also created the State&rsquo;s first domestic...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-and-madison-alders-on-proposed-state-legislation-attacking-trans-youth/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Oct 2023 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-and-madison-alders-on-proposed-state-legislation-attacking-trans-youth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Path Closure--Capital City Trail along John Nolen Drive Causeway]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Capital City Trail will be closed along the John Nolen Drive causeway for two consecutive weeks for bridge repairs. The path will reopen for weekends. The closure periods will be:7:00 a.m. Monday, 10/16 until 5:00 p.m. Friday, 10/20<br />
7:00 a.m. Monday, 10/23 until 5:00 p.m. Friday, 10/27A...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/path-closure-capital-city-trail-along-john-nolen-drive-causeway/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Oct 2023 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/path-closure-capital-city-trail-along-john-nolen-drive-causeway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lane Closures--Packers Avenue Railroad Crossing Repair]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 10, the southbound lanes of Packers Avenue will be reduced to one travel lane for repairs to the railroad track crossing within the street.&nbsp; The northbound side of Packers Avenue will not be affected.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
The lane closures and work is expected to be completed...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lane-closures-packers-avenue-railroad-crossing-repair/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Oct 2023 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lane-closures-packers-avenue-railroad-crossing-repair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[**UPDATE** Street Closure--West Beltline Highway Frontage Road (South Side of Beltline)]]></title><description><![CDATA[UPDATE: Friday, 10/13/23-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />
The base layer of asphalt has been placed and the frontage road reopened.&nbsp; On Monday, October 16, the frontage road will again be closed to eastbound traffic from 7:00 a.m. to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/update-street-closure-west-beltlinehighway-frontage-road-south-side-of-beltline/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 19:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/update-street-closure-west-beltlinehighway-frontage-road-south-side-of-beltline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--West Beltline Highway Frontage Road (South Side of Beltline)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting at 7:00 a.m. on Monday, October 9, the West Beltline&nbsp;Highway Frontage Road will be closed to eastbound traffic between Todd Drive and Coho Street for asphalt repaving operations (see map).&nbsp; Eastbound traffic will follow detour signs to use the frontage road on the north side of the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-west-beltlinehighway-frontage-road-south-side-of-beltline/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 19:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-west-beltlinehighway-frontage-road-south-side-of-beltline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Releases Operating Budget that Works to Maintain Quality Services in the Face of Insufficient Support from the State Legislature]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway released her proposed 2024 Executive Operating Budget at the Madison Central Library. The City of Madison&rsquo;s operating budget funds the numerous services, programs, and skilled staff that sustain high-quality City services and keep Madison a strong and vibrant...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-releases-operating-budget-that-works-to-maintain-quality-services-in-the-face-of-insufficient-support-from-the-state-legislature/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-releases-operating-budget-that-works-to-maintain-quality-services-in-the-face-of-insufficient-support-from-the-state-legislature/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fall Leaves and Yard Waste Collection Begins Week of October 8, 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division&rsquo;s fall yard waste and leaves collection begins the week of October 8, 2023.<br />
All residents will receive three collection opportunities this fall, weather permitting.<br />
The exact dates when you should set you should set out leaves and yard waste for pickup can be found on the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/fall-leaves-and-yard-waste-collection-begins-week-of-october-8-2023/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 20:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/fall-leaves-and-yard-waste-collection-begins-week-of-october-8-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A New Way to Get Your Collection Schedules from the Streets Division]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Streets Division is happy to share we are testing a new map-based lookup for learning your collection schedules.<br />
This new tool aims to make it easier for residents to find your yard waste and brush set out dates and cart schedules.<br />
This will be especially useful for you this...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/a-new-way-to-get-your-collection-schedules-from-the-streets-division/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Sep 2023 16:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/a-new-way-to-get-your-collection-schedules-from-the-streets-division/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Transit to Hold Public Hearing - Schedule Adjustments for December]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Wednesday, September 27, Metro Transit and the City of Madison Transportation Commission will hold a virtual public hearing at 6pm to discuss possible service change adjustments to go into effect in December.<br />
Adjustments being considered include:Routes A, B, C: Running time adjustments to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-to-hold-public-hearing-schedule-adjustments-for-december/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Sep 2023 16:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-to-hold-public-hearing-schedule-adjustments-for-december/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Our Madison: Aging Vibrantly]]></title><description><![CDATA[In celebration of the Madison Senior Center&rsquo;s 40th Anniversary we are pleased to present the exhibition, &ldquo;Our Madison: Aging Vibrantly&rdquo; which includes the work of artists Yusuf Bin-Rella, Jerry Butler, Amos Kennedy, Hedi Rudd, Phil Salamone, and Babette Wainwright. All works in the exhibition are...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/our-madison-aging-vibrantly/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Sep 2023 23:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/our-madison-aging-vibrantly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eastside Neighbors: Let's Bus to the Farmer's Market!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison, WI - September 21, 2023 - Eastside residents are cordially invited to join alders representing Madison Eastside Districts 3, 15, 16, and 17 for a Metro Transit bus ride and a meet &amp; greet opportunity on the Capitol Square on Saturday, September 23, 2023. Eastside Alders and residents...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/eastside-neighbors-lets-bus-to-the-farmers-market/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Sep 2023 15:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/eastside-neighbors-lets-bus-to-the-farmers-market/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Road Closure--County Highway CV]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting at 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 20, County Highway CV will be fully closed to traffic for multiple culvert replacements.&nbsp; Full closures will take place daily, from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for approximately the next two weeks, to complete the work.&nbsp; Details can be found on Dane County's...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/road-closure-county-highway-cv/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Sep 2023 19:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/road-closure-county-highway-cv/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ribbon Cutting Set for Accessible Playground at Rennebohm Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rennebohm Park joins Brittingham, Elver and Warner parks with Madison&rsquo;s fourth accessible playground officially opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at 11:00am. Join Madison Parks, the Madison Parks Foundation and City leaders, family and friends in celebrating...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/ribbon-cutting-set-for-accessible-playground-at-rennebohm-park/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Sep 2023 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/ribbon-cutting-set-for-accessible-playground-at-rennebohm-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--East Washington Avenue (Webster St to Blair St) Sat. 9/23]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 23, East Washington Avenue will be fully closed to both directions of traffic between Blair Street and Webster Street for asphalt resurfacing.&nbsp; The street will reopen by 6:00 a.m. on Sunday morning.<br />
Milling off the existing surface layer of asphalt, in...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-east-washington-avenue-webster-st-to-blair-st-sat-923/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Sep 2023 17:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-east-washington-avenue-webster-st-to-blair-st-sat-923/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Senior Center’s 40th Anniversary Celebration]]></title><description><![CDATA[September is National Senior Center Month, and the Madison Senior Center (MSC), located in the heart of downtown Madison, has been an anchor for older adults since it opened in 1983. This month, the MSC is very excited to announce our 40th Anniversary of Honoring and Celebrating the Aging Community...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-senior-centers-40th-anniversary-celebration/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2023 18:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-senior-centers-40th-anniversary-celebration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CARES to Offer Weekend Service Starting Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Fire Department announces the expansion of the Madison&nbsp;Community Alternative Response Emergency Services (CARES) program to include weekend service. Effective Saturday, September 16, Madison CARES will respond to non-violent behavioral health emergencies on Saturdays and Sundays from 10...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/cares-to-offer-weekend-service-starting-saturday/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Sep 2023 17:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/cares-to-offer-weekend-service-starting-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sewer Operational After Quick Engineering Response to Weekend Overflow]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison sewer, which serves Hoyt Park and homes along the 3900 block of Regent Street, is operational again after a sanitary sewer overflow (SSO) happened 6 a.m., Sept. 9, 2023, out of a City sanitary sewer access cover (manhole).<br />
The City of Madison Engineering Division responded...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/sewer-operational-after-quick-engineering-response-to-weekend-overflow/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Sep 2023 22:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/sewer-operational-after-quick-engineering-response-to-weekend-overflow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wisconsin Book Festival 22nd Annual Fall Celebration to Present More Than 50 Authors]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 50 authors are scheduled to speak about their latest published works at the Wisconsin Book Festival&rsquo;s 22nd annual Fall Celebration October 19&ndash;22 at Madison Public Library's Central Library. The lineup features a diverse group of writers, both new and accomplished, whose work spans a broad...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/wisconsin-book-festival-22nd-annual-fall-celebration-to-present-more-than-50-authors/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Sep 2023 23:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/wisconsin-book-festival-22nd-annual-fall-celebration-to-present-more-than-50-authors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closures--Ironman Triathlon, Sunday 9/10]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several streets in and around downtown will be closed for the Ironman Triathlon on Sunday, September 10.&nbsp;&nbsp; The race consists of swimming in Lake Monona, bicycling in Dane County, and running in the downtown/campus area.&nbsp; The race starts at 6:45 a.m. and lasts until approximately midnight.&nbsp; Police...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-ironman-triathlon-sunday-910/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Sep 2023 20:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-ironman-triathlon-sunday-910/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closures--Half Ironman, Saturday, 9/9]]></title><description><![CDATA[The following streets will be closed for the Half Ironman ("70.3") on Saturday, September 9 between 9:00 a.m. and approximately 5:00 p.m.:Wilson Street closed between the Hilton Hotel and Carroll St (runners will come from Monona Terrace and cross W Wilson at Carroll St)Access to the Wilson...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-half-ironman-saturday-99/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Sep 2023 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-half-ironman-saturday-99/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fall Leaves and Yard Waste Set-Out Dates Now Available]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division&rsquo;s fall yard waste and leaves collection begins the week of October 8, 2023 for certain neighborhoods.&nbsp;<br />
All residents will receive three collection opportunities this fall, weather permitting.<br />
Set out dates are now available at www.cityofmadison.com/YardWaste.<br />
When can you sent...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/fall-leaves-and-yard-waste-set-out-dates-now-available/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Sep 2023 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/fall-leaves-and-yard-waste-set-out-dates-now-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway Releases 2024 Executive Capital Budget Prioritizing the Needs of a Rapidly Growing City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, Mayor Rhodes-Conway released her 2024 Executive Capital Budget and 6-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), which detail her funding proposals for buildings, infrastructure and other capital investments in Madison. The Capital Budget is half of the City&rsquo;s budget. In October, the Mayor will...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-releases-2024-executive-capital-budget-prioritizing-the-needs-of-a-rapidly-growing-city/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2023 17:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-releases-2024-executive-capital-budget-prioritizing-the-needs-of-a-rapidly-growing-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neighborhood Indicators Project Follows Communities’ Wellness Over Time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interested in seeing a clearer picture of housing, safety, health, education and the overall wellbeing of the City of Madison? New data is now available on the City of Madison&rsquo;s Neighborhood Indicators Project (NIP) website. NIP is tracking system designed to follow communities&rsquo; wellness over time...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/neighborhood-indicators-project-follows-communities-wellness-over-time/</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2023 22:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/neighborhood-indicators-project-follows-communities-wellness-over-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Far Westside Flooding Project Earns Major Federal Funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Major flooding prevention improvements will be coming to Madison&rsquo;s far west side as early as summer 2024 to provide protection to an area devastated by the 2018 floods. The proposed Pheasant Branch Tributary Greenway Enhancement project, located in the Old Sauk Trails Business Park between Deming...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/far-westside-flooding-project-earns-major-federal-funding/</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2023 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/far-westside-flooding-project-earns-major-federal-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Firefighter Fun Day' Returns!]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the first time since 2017, the Madison Fire Department announces the return of Firefighter Fun Day. This family-friendly event encourages the community to &ldquo;meet us without the emergency!&rdquo;<br />
Firefighter Fun Day takes place Saturday, September 9 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at Fire Station 9 (201 Midvale...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/firefighter-fun-day-returns/</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2023 21:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/firefighter-fun-day-returns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Transit Schedules Reduced on Labor Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Due to the Labor Day holiday on Monday, September 4, Metro will operate&nbsp;SUNDAY&nbsp;schedules on the following routes:<br />
B,&nbsp;C,&nbsp;D,&nbsp;E,&nbsp;F,&nbsp;G,&nbsp;H,&nbsp;J,&nbsp;L,&nbsp;O,&nbsp;P,&nbsp;R,&nbsp;SRoute A&nbsp;operates a HOLIDAY schedule<br />
Route 80&nbsp;operates weekend recess schedules.<br />
Routes 81-84 do not operate.PLAN YOUR TRIP&nbsp;<br />
Paratransit Standing...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-schedules-reduced-on-labor-day/</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2023 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-schedules-reduced-on-labor-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sept. 1: Part of Atwood Avenue to Open to Two-Way Traffic]]></title><description><![CDATA[(MADISON, Wis.)&mdash;Starting in the evening of Sept. 1, Atwood Avenue will be open to two-way traffic between Walter Street and Fair Oaks Avenue. Vehicles should use caution in the area and follow the posted routes as crews continue to work in the area. Access to side streets in the area also will be...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/sept-1-part-of-atwood-avenue-to-open-to-two-way-traffic/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Aug 2023 17:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/sept-1-part-of-atwood-avenue-to-open-to-two-way-traffic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brush Collection Ending Soon for 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division&rsquo;s final curbside brush collection will soon get underway.<br />
The final scheduled brush collection set-out date varies by neighborhood. &nbsp; For some, the last set-out date for brush for this year is this upcoming Sunday, September 3. 2023.<br />
Once the final curbside pickup occurs, there...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brush-collection-ending-soon-for-2023/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Aug 2023 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brush-collection-ending-soon-for-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Downtown Alders Host Meet and Greet to Provide a Welcoming and Relaxed Environment for Constituents to Engage with Alders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison, WI &ndash; August 29, 2023 &ndash; Join Madison&rsquo;s downtown alders for an engaging event where you have the opportunity to get to know the people who represent your community and have a say in local decisions. This in-person event will take place in the heart of downtown at the Central Madison Public...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/downtown-alders-host-meet-and-greet-to-provide-a-welcoming-and-relaxed-environment-for-constituents-to-engage-with-alders/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Aug 2023 19:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/downtown-alders-host-meet-and-greet-to-provide-a-welcoming-and-relaxed-environment-for-constituents-to-engage-with-alders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Invited to Next Madison Public Market Open House]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison in partnership with the Madison Public Market Foundation invites the public to a celebration of progress for the Madison Public Market.<br />
The Ready! Set! Market! Open House will be held from 5-8 p.m., Sept. 12, 2023, at 202 First Street, Madison, Wis., the City&rsquo;s former Fleet...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-invited-to-next-madison-public-market-open-house/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 23:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-invited-to-next-madison-public-market-open-house/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Out-of-School Time (MOST) Recognizes 12 Outstanding Youth Workers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ten youth workers (adults who work with youth) will be recognized at a ceremony this week by Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway and Superintendent Lisa Kvistad for their outstanding contributions supporting youth. This annual event will also recognize two&nbsp;&ldquo;Legends of Out-of-School Time.&rdquo; Legends are just...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-out-of-school-time-most-recognizes-12-outstanding-youth-workers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 21:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-out-of-school-time-most-recognizes-12-outstanding-youth-workers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Streets Division Collections on Labor Day, September 4, 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division will not perform refuse, recycling, brush, or large item collections on Monday, September 4, 2023 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. The drop-off sites will also be closed.<br />
Trash &amp; Recycling Collection<br />
If your trash and recycling is collected on Mondays by the Streets...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-streets-division-collections-on-labor-day-september-4-2023/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 19:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-streets-division-collections-on-labor-day-september-4-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[School is Back in Session!]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the summer break concludes, the City of Madison Crossing Guard Program urges all drivers to be extra cautious as schools reopen in the coming weeks.<br />
Friday, September 1st, Madison Metropolitan School District kicks off the new academic year for some grades.<br />
The full return of all grades...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/school-is-back-in-session/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 17:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/school-is-back-in-session/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library Invites Community Input for Strategic Planning]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Public Library leadership seeks community input through September 30 to develop a three-year strategic plan for library services. Community members can participate in one of two ways:Complete a short, 11-minute survey through September 30, online or at any Madison Public Library.<br />
Attend a...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-invites-community-input-for-strategic-planning/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Aug 2023 00:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-invites-community-input-for-strategic-planning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Health Offers Free Private Well Testing for “Forever Chemicals”]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting this month, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is&nbsp;providing free PFAS water testing for eligible homeowners with private wells in Dane County.<br />
PFAS chemicals are common in our environment. Also known as &ldquo;forever chemicals&rdquo;, PFAS do not change or break down easily. Exposure can happen...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-offers-free-private-well-testing-for-forever-chemicals/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Aug 2023 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-offers-free-private-well-testing-for-forever-chemicals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Period Party at Madison Public Library Helps Families Get the Facts about Menstruation]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI &ndash; Madison Public Library and Public Health of Madison and Dane County are partnering to offer an informational health event at Meadowridge Public Library. Kids, teens and families are invited to come learn more about menstruation at a Period Party taking place on Saturday, September 2...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/period-party-at-madison-public-library-helps-families-get-the-facts-about-menstruation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Aug 2023 19:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/period-party-at-madison-public-library-helps-families-get-the-facts-about-menstruation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cooling Centers Available During Excessive Heat Warnings]]></title><description><![CDATA[The heat and humidity are creating a dangerous combination this week, with heat indices predicted to approach 110&deg;. The National Weather Service has issued a series of warnings and advisories in the coming days.<br />
People most at risk from getting sick from the high temperatures and high humidity are...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/cooling-centers-available-during-excessive-heat-warnings/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Aug 2023 15:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/cooling-centers-available-during-excessive-heat-warnings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library to Host Spanish-Language Book Fair to Kick Off Hispanic Heritage Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Madison Public Library will host a Spanish-Language Book Fair on Saturday, September 16 from 9:30AM-2PM. The event is designed to highlight the Library&rsquo;s Spanish-language collection for adults and children.<br />
&ldquo;In the last 5 years, members of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-to-host-spanish-language-book-fair-to-kick-off-hispanic-heritage-month/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Aug 2023 19:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-to-host-spanish-language-book-fair-to-kick-off-hispanic-heritage-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Upcoming Public Meetings on Future of Brayton Lot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two public meetings are scheduled to discuss the future of the Brayton Lot (Block 113) in the City of Madison. The Brayton Lot is a two-acre surface parking lot situated three blocks from Capitol Square along East Washington Avenue in the First Settlement neighborhood. The future of this site has...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/two-upcoming-public-meetings-on-future-of-brayton-lot/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Aug 2023 21:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/two-upcoming-public-meetings-on-future-of-brayton-lot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vision Zero Safety Improvement Projects and Speed Limit Reductions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Redesigning our streets to make them safer for all users is critical in meeting the goal of eliminating serious and fatal crashes. In 2023, Vision Zero improvements are happening throughout Madison, working to make our streets safer for everyone, regardless of whether people are walking, taking...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-safety-improvement-projects-and-speed-limit-reductions/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Aug 2023 20:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-safety-improvement-projects-and-speed-limit-reductions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ribbon Cutting Set For Frautschi Family Accessible Playground at Warner Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[Warner Park joins Brittingham and Elver parks, with the third accessible playground officially opening on Wednesday, August 16 at 11:00am with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Join Madison Parks, the Madison Parks Foundation and other City leaders in celebrating the new accessible and inclusive...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/ribbon-cutting-set-for-frautschi-family-accessible-playground-at-warner-park/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Aug 2023 19:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/ribbon-cutting-set-for-frautschi-family-accessible-playground-at-warner-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Get Rooted in Nature this September with the Naturalist-in-Residence Program at Madison Public Library]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI &ndash; Madison Public Library&rsquo;s popular Naturalist-in-Residence program returns for its second year this September! In partnership with Madison Parks, nature-based programs for all ages will take place in libraries, parks and natural areas across the city of Madison from September 1-30, 2023...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/get-rooted-in-nature-this-september-with-the-naturalist-in-residence-program-at-madison-public-library/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Aug 2023 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/get-rooted-in-nature-this-september-with-the-naturalist-in-residence-program-at-madison-public-library/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library Director Greg Mickells to Retire in February 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI - After 11 years at the helm of Madison Public Library, Library Director Greg Mickells has announced his retirement, effective February 2, 2024.<br />
&ldquo;Director Mickells has shown incredible commitment to Madison Public Library and to the City of Madison, leading the library through the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-director-greg-mickells-to-retire-in-february-2024/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Aug 2023 18:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-director-greg-mickells-to-retire-in-february-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Winners of Madison Public Library’s We Read Youth Voices Writing Contest Announced]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI &ndash; Three young Madison writers were announced and recognized over the weekend as the winners of Madison Public Library and Forward Madison FC&rsquo;s 2nd Annual We Read Youth Voices Writing Contest.<br />
Overall Winners:<br />
Grand Prize Winner: Diyah Dhawal, 15, for The War of a Million Years<br />
Runner...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/winners-of-madison-public-librarys-we-read-youth-voices-writing-contest-announced/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Aug 2023 23:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/winners-of-madison-public-librarys-we-read-youth-voices-writing-contest-announced/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Transit Service Adjustments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Based on passenger and driver feedback on redesigned service schedules, a number of adjustments will be made starting Sunday, August 20.<br />
Adjustments include:Route A: Westbound adjustments to provide more time through State St and UW Campus to make better connections to Routes F and R.<br />
Route B:...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-service-adjustments/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Aug 2023 21:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-service-adjustments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--Westbound Schroeder Road]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting Monday, August 14, westbound traffic on Schroeder Rd will be closed from South Whitney Way to just west of the eastbound Beltline&nbsp;Highway&nbsp;off-ramp for underground utility connections related to a private development at 5604 Schroeder Rd (see attached map).&nbsp; Eastbound traffic on Schroeder...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-westbound-schroeder-road/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Aug 2023 21:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-westbound-schroeder-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Fire Department Remind Residents to, "Turn Around, Don't Drown"]]></title><description><![CDATA[With area flood watches, City of Madison Fire Department remind residents to &ldquo;Turn Around, Don&rsquo;t Drown&rdquo;.<br />
City of Madison link on what to do during a flood; https://www.cityofmadison.com/flooding/during-a-flood/what-to-do<br />
&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-fire-department-remind-residents-to-turn-around-dont-drown/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Aug 2023 16:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-fire-department-remind-residents-to-turn-around-dont-drown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Change to Madison City Clerk’s Office Hours]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI &ndash; Beginning September 1, the Madison City Clerk&rsquo;s Office will close from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. &nbsp;for a daily staff meeting.&nbsp; Since 2020, the increasing complexity of election administration and health licensing have made staff communication critical.<br />
The Clerk&rsquo;s Office will not be staffing...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/change-to-madison-city-clerks-office-hours/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Aug 2023 21:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/change-to-madison-city-clerks-office-hours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RESCHEDULED Free Food &amp; Family Fun at Northeast Area Connect Event]]></title><description><![CDATA[UPDATE: Due to rain in the forecast for most of the day, the August 14th Northeast Area Connect event is being rescheduled for August 15th from 5-7 pm at Reindahl Park<br />
Public Engagement<br />
The City of Madison is inviting residents to two upcoming community connect events for the Northeast Area. Here...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/rescheduled-free-food-amp-family-fun-at-northeast-area-connect-event/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Aug 2023 16:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/rescheduled-free-food-amp-family-fun-at-northeast-area-connect-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free Food &amp; Family Fun at Northeast Area Connect Event]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Engagement<br />
The City of Madison is inviting residents to two upcoming community connect events for the Northeast Area. Here you&rsquo;ll learn about recommendations for land use, transportation, and more for&nbsp;the Northeast Area Plan. Additionally, the City is seeking input from residents on what...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/free-food-amp-family-fun-at-northeast-area-connect-event/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Aug 2023 16:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/free-food-amp-family-fun-at-northeast-area-connect-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closures--Madison Mini Marathon, Saturday, Aug. 12]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several streets will be closed Saturday morning, August 12, for the Madison Mini Marathon.&nbsp; The race starts at 7:00 a.m. at N Park St &amp; State St, continues to the Capitol Square, through the UW Arboretum, and back to the UW campus.&nbsp;<br />
Traffic will not be allowed to cross the route when runners...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-madison-mini-marathon-saturday-aug-12/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Aug 2023 15:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-madison-mini-marathon-saturday-aug-12/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It’s Wisconsin Stormwater Week! Summer at the Storm Drains Contest Extended]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison in collaboration as a partner of the Wisconsin Stormwater Collaborative (WSC) invites all communities to get involved in the state&rsquo;s first Wisconsin Stormwater Week, Aug. 5-13, 2023. Governor Tony Evers has also proclaimed this week, Wisconsin Stormwater Week!<br />
WSC is a...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/its-wisconsin-stormwater-week-summer-at-the-storm-drains-contest-extended/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Aug 2023 23:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/its-wisconsin-stormwater-week-summer-at-the-storm-drains-contest-extended/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison seeks nominations for the next Poet Laureate]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 1977 Madison proudly became one of the first cities in our nation to have a poet laureate. John Tuschen was appointed by Paul Soglin in 46 years ago. Six poets have served following him including Andrea Musher, Fabu, Sarah Busse, Wendy Vardaman, Oscar Mireles, and our current Madison Poet...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-seeks-nominations-for-the-next-poet-laureate/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Aug 2023 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-seeks-nominations-for-the-next-poet-laureate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four People Displaced after an Electrical Fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fire at a 2-flat apartment in downtown Madison displaces four occupants . Firefighters were called to the 200 block of South Bedford St. at 12:49 am. The caller told dispatch that flames and smoke was coming from the bathroom. Engine 1 took an aggressive interior attack, bringing the fire under...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/four-people-displaced-after-an-electrical-fire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Aug 2023 11:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/four-people-displaced-after-an-electrical-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Building community, improving public safety through National Night Out]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, Wis. -- The Madison Police Department and other city leaders are looking to build a sense of community through National Night Out.<br />
The nationwide movement is held every August to promote partnerships between officers and those they serve.<br />
The Madison Police Department is hosting its family...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/building-community-improving-public-safety-through-national-night-out/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Aug 2023 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/building-community-improving-public-safety-through-national-night-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[August Moving Days: Daily Collection of Carts in Student Move Area Starts August 7]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting at 6:30 a.m. on Monday August 7, 2023 residents in the downtown moving days area can place trash and recycling collection carts out for daily pickup.<br />
On every weekday starting Monday, August 7 through Thursday, August 17, 2023 Streets Division crews will empty collection carts within the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/august-moving-days-daily-collection-of-carts-in-student-move-area-starts-august-7/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Jul 2023 15:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/august-moving-days-daily-collection-of-carts-in-student-move-area-starts-august-7/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[August Moving Days: Make a Plan and Donate Today]]></title><description><![CDATA[The annual August Moving Days for downtown Madison will soon get underway.<br />
On top of packing, hauling, and saying goodbyes, thousands of Madison residents changing homes within the downtown moving days area will need to decide just what to do with all their stuff.<br />
In the days ahead, the Streets...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/august-moving-days-make-a-plan-and-donate-today/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Jul 2023 16:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/august-moving-days-make-a-plan-and-donate-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stay Cool, Hydrated, Connected During Hot Stretch in Dane County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Temperatures are predicted to climb this week with heat indices approaching 100&deg;. The National Weather Service has not yet issued a Heat Advisory; however, it is still important to remember ways to stay safe in the heat.<br />
Extremely high temperatures coupled with high humidity can make you sick and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/stay-cool-hydrated-connected-during-hot-stretch-in-dane-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jul 2023 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/stay-cool-hydrated-connected-during-hot-stretch-in-dane-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manténgase fresco, hidratado y conectado durante el periodo de calor en el condado de Dane]]></title><description><![CDATA[Se pronostica que las temperaturas subir&aacute;n esta semana con &iacute;ndices de calor cercanos a los 100&deg;. El Servicio Meteorol&oacute;gico Nacional a&uacute;n no ha emitido un Aviso de Calor; sin embargo, sigue siendo importante recordar formas de mantenerse a salvo en el calor.<br />
Las temperaturas extremadamente altas o...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mantngase-fresco-hidratado-y-conectado-durante-el-periodo-de-calor-en-el-condado-de-dane/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jul 2023 21:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mantngase-fresco-hidratado-y-conectado-durante-el-periodo-de-calor-en-el-condado-de-dane/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--N Stoughton Service Rd]]></title><description><![CDATA[East N Stoughton Service Rd at USH 51 will be closed to all traffic starting Monday morning (7/31) and will reopen Monday morning (8/7). This closure will not start until Kinsman Blvd is reopened.<br />
This closure is needed to replace the pavement through the intersection.<br />
Traffic should use Kinsman...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-n-stoughton-service-rd/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jul 2023 20:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-n-stoughton-service-rd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure—Atwood Avenue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting at 7:00 a.m. on Monday, July 31, Atwood Avenue will be fully closed to traffic between Fair Oaks Avenue and Sugar Avenue for the final phase of street reconstruction.&nbsp; Two-way traffic will be maintained between Walter Street and Olbrich Botanical Gardens.&nbsp; This phase is expected to last...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closureatwood-avenue/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jul 2023 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closureatwood-avenue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olin Avenue Drop-off Site &amp; Brush Processing Facility Closed to Public July 27-29, 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division facility at 121 E. Olin Avenue will be completely closed to the public July 27 through July 29, 2023.<br />
During these three days, you will not be able to use the drop-off site, pick up mulch, or deliver large loads of brush for processing.<br />
Why is this location closed for July 27,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/olin-avenue-drop-off-site-amp-brush-processing-facility-closed-to-public-july-27-29-2023/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jul 2023 15:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/olin-avenue-drop-off-site-amp-brush-processing-facility-closed-to-public-july-27-29-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Full Closure on Atwood Avenue to Take Place July 31]]></title><description><![CDATA[(MADISON, Wis.)&mdash;Starting Monday, July 31, after 7 a.m., Atwood Avenue will be completely closed between Fair Oaks Avenue and Oakridge Avenue/Sugar Avenue.<br />
The full closure is expected to last approximately one month while crews reconstruct the street, which will include the installation of water...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/full-closure-on-atwood-avenue-to-take-place-july-31/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jul 2023 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/full-closure-on-atwood-avenue-to-take-place-july-31/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Conservator’s Study Outlines a Matrix of Conservation Options for the Annie C. Stewart Memorial Fountain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Conservation of Sculpture &amp; Objects Studio, Inc. (CSOS), a Chicago-based consultant group, recently completed their analysis of several possible conservation options for the City&rsquo;s oldest commissioned public artwork.<br />
CSOS considered the nearly 1400 responses to a March 2023 community survey...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/conservators-study-outlines-a-matrix-of-conservation-options-for-the-annie-c-stewart-memorial-fountain/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Jul 2023 18:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/conservators-study-outlines-a-matrix-of-conservation-options-for-the-annie-c-stewart-memorial-fountain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--Kinsman Blvd]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kinsman Blvd will be fully closed on the east side of N Stoughton Road for concrete paving from 6:00 a.m. Monday, July 24 until 7:00 a.m. Monday, July 31.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
This work is part WisDOT's North Stoughton Road reconstruction project.&nbsp;<br />
Metro Transit will have detours of Route L.&nbsp;&nbsp;https://www....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-kinsman-blvd/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Jul 2023 20:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-kinsman-blvd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dane Dances Announces "A Season of Togetherness"]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dane Dances&nbsp;is enthusiastically kicking off its 24th season,&nbsp;"A Season of Togetherness," on&nbsp;Friday, August 4 from 5:30 to 9:30 pm.&nbsp;New this year they'll engage the audience with DJ Francis Medrano&nbsp;and free&nbsp;dance lessons starting at 5:30 pm each week.&nbsp;This year Dane Dances is celebrating the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-dances-announces-a-season-of-togetherness/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Jul 2023 18:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-dances-announces-a-season-of-togetherness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Goodman Pool Hosts All-City Swim, Pool Closed Starting July 21]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison&rsquo;s All-City Championship Swim Meet&nbsp;is happening July 27-29 at the Goodman Pool! Cheer on the Goodman Waves Swim Team as they host, for the first time in history, one of the largest outdoor amateur swim meets. The All-City Swim Meet, founded in 1962 with five teams, is now 13 teams comprised...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/goodman-pool-hosts-all-city-swim-pool-closed-starting-july-21/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Jul 2023 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/goodman-pool-hosts-all-city-swim-pool-closed-starting-july-21/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smile! Summer at the Storm Drains 2023 Kicks Off]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Engineering Division in partnership with Dane County and Clean Lakes Alliance encourage the community to learn about the stormwater system and visit storm drain murals across Dane County.<br />
Summer at the Storm Drains 2023 is a community selfie storm drain mural contest where the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/smile-summer-at-the-storm-drains-2023-kicks-off/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Jul 2023 16:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/smile-summer-at-the-storm-drains-2023-kicks-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison's First Disability Summit]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Disability Summit: Collective Visioning for a More Equitable Future is a platform developing a city-wide agenda that will direct the work of the Department of Civil Rights &ndash; Division of Equity and Social Justice, Disability Rights and Services Program, and ensure all City...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madisons-first-disability-summit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Jul 2023 16:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madisons-first-disability-summit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Area Plan Moves Forward, Seeks Further Insights from the Community]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is excited to move forward to the next phase of the West Area Plan , and staff needs your help in the planning process. The City invites residents, community organizations, businesses, and other stakeholders to attend upcoming meetings and share insights, concerns, and other...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/west-area-plan-moves-forward-seeks-further-insights-from-the-community/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Jul 2023 22:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/west-area-plan-moves-forward-seeks-further-insights-from-the-community/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Common Council Approves Program to Support BIPOC Entrepreneurs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Common Council last night approved a $300,000 Request for Proposals (RFP) for management of the BizReady program, a training, technical assistance, and micro-enterprise funding initiative to support the development of BIPOC entrepreneurs across the city.<br />
BizReady emerged from an understanding...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/common-council-approves-program-to-support-bipoc-entrepreneurs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Jul 2023 19:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/common-council-approves-program-to-support-bipoc-entrepreneurs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Westside Alders Host Meet and Greet to Engage with Residents through an Inclusive Process to Bring About Innovation and Unique Solutions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison, WI &ndash; June 10, 2023 &ndash; Westside Alders are excited to announce the first Westside Alders Meet and Greet of the year, taking place Thursday, July 13th, from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm at the Meadowood Neighborhood Center in their Multi-Purpose Room, 5740 Raymond Rd., Madison, WI 53711. In an effort to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/westside-alders-host-meet-and-greet-to-engage-with-residents-through-an-inclusive-process-to-bring-about-innovation-and-unique-solutions/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Jul 2023 21:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/westside-alders-host-meet-and-greet-to-engage-with-residents-through-an-inclusive-process-to-bring-about-innovation-and-unique-solutions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recycle Better with the City of Madison and Sustain Dane]]></title><description><![CDATA[In April of 2023, a sort of the recyclables collected by the Streets Division revealed that 18.6% of what is placed into our green recycling carts is material that shouldn&rsquo;t be in there.<br />
By placing material into the recycling cart that doesn&rsquo;t belong in there, it hurts the overall system by...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/recycle-better-with-the-city-of-madison-and-sustain-dane/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Jul 2023 16:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/recycle-better-with-the-city-of-madison-and-sustain-dane/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City Asks For Volunteers to Help with Spongy Moth Outbreak ]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, Wis. &ndash; The City of Madison Engineering Division welcomes volunteers to help with protecting oak trees on City property, which are showing signs of spongy moth activity and stress. Engineering will provide free burlap for volunteers.<br />
Spongy Moth caterpillars feed on many tree and shrub...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-asks-for-volunteers-to-help-with-spongy-moth-outbreak/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Jul 2023 23:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-asks-for-volunteers-to-help-with-spongy-moth-outbreak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mallards Fireworks at Warner Park--Traffic Closures]]></title><description><![CDATA[Streets near Warner Park on the City's north side will have closures following the Madison Mallards Fireworks show the night of Monday, July 3.&nbsp; The show is expected to start between 9:30pm-10:00pm and will last about 20 minutes.&nbsp; Traffic movements will be restricted after the show to facilitate...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mallards-fireworks-at-warner-park-traffic-closures/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jun 2023 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mallards-fireworks-at-warner-park-traffic-closures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plan Ahead for Farmers' Market Saturdays; City to Close Capitol Square to Traffic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anyone planning to visit downtown Madison on a Saturday this summer should plan to park and walk a bit further to get to the Dane County Farmers' Market on the Square; the eight blocks immediately surrounding the square will be closed to motor vehicles.<br />
The Capitol Square and surrounding streets...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/plan-ahead-for-farmers-market-saturdays-city-to-close-capitol-square-to-traffic/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jun 2023 17:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/plan-ahead-for-farmers-market-saturdays-city-to-close-capitol-square-to-traffic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[This July, Celebrate Park and Recreation Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Parks and Madison School &amp; Community Recreation (MSCR) are celebrating National Park and Recreation Month - Where Community Grows throughout July and you&rsquo;re invited! Together, we are celebrating park and recreation professionals' vital role in bringing people together in Madison.<br />
Since...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/this-july-celebrate-park-and-recreation-month/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jun 2023 16:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/this-july-celebrate-park-and-recreation-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Increased Need for Crossing Guards as City of Madison Prioritizes Safety]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Traffic Engineering Division is currently facing an increased need for crossing guards throughout the city. Changes to school start and dismissal times have resulted in an increased number of vacancies for the upcoming school year. City recognizes the critical role that crossing...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/increased-need-for-crossing-guards-as-city-of-madison-prioritizes-safety/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jun 2023 14:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/increased-need-for-crossing-guards-as-city-of-madison-prioritizes-safety/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Arts Commission awards $107,485 for arts projects in their 2023 grant cycle]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Arts Commission awarded $107,485 to 68 organizations and individuals for projects through their annual arts grants program. The arts grants program provides support for projects that enrich the cultural landscape of the City, supported in part by a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-arts-commission-awards-107485-for-arts-projects-in-their-2023-grant-cycle/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2023 21:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-arts-commission-awards-107485-for-arts-projects-in-their-2023-grant-cycle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Poor Air Quality Delaying Some Trash &amp; Recycling Collections on Thursday, June 29, 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[Due to continued concerns about poor air quality, residents with a scheduled Thursday collection day who have their trash/recycling collected from an alleyway, dead-end, or one-way street may have their pickup delayed until Friday, June 30, 2023.<br />
All residents who have scheduled collection day for...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/poor-air-quality-delaying-some-trash-amp-recycling-collections-on-thursday-june-29-2023/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jun 2023 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/poor-air-quality-delaying-some-trash-amp-recycling-collections-on-thursday-june-29-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Limited Library Service June 29-July 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[All Madison Public Libraries will have limited service from Thursday, June 29-Saturday, July 1 due to scheduled network upgrades. During this time, there will be no access to the following services in Madison Public Library locations:public computers<br />
public wifi<br />
children's iPads<br />
self-check...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/limited-library-service-june-29-july-1/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jun 2023 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/limited-library-service-june-29-july-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dane County Air Quality at Unhealthy Levels Due to Wildfire Smoke]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County encourages everyone to take steps to protect yourself from wildfire smoke during the Air Quality Advisory in effect until Thursday afternoon. Levels as of this posting are fluctuating near &ldquo;Very Unhealthy.&rdquo; Visit AirNow.gov to see the current level where you...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-county-air-quality-at-unhealthy-levels-due-to-wildfire-smoke/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jun 2023 01:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-county-air-quality-at-unhealthy-levels-due-to-wildfire-smoke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maliha Nu’Man Named City of Madison’s 2023-24 Youth Poet Laureate]]></title><description><![CDATA[During a ceremony earlier this month at Pinney Library, the City of Madison, the Madison Arts Commission, and Madison Poet Laureate Angela Trudell Vasquez celebrated the accomplishments of Madeleine Bohn, who served as Madison&rsquo;s first Youth Poet Laureate. Afterwards, Trudell Vasquez publically...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/maliha-numan-named-city-of-madisons-2023-24-youth-poet-laureate/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jun 2023 22:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/maliha-numan-named-city-of-madisons-2023-24-youth-poet-laureate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Wild Rumpus Returns this July to Offer A Unique Play Experience in the Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- Madison Parks and Madison Public Library bring you A Wild Rumpus: An Anji Play Experience at two parks July through August.<br />
Enjoy free, child-led play in the park on Monday evenings throughout the summer. The library provides special play equipment to spark your children's...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/a-wild-rumpus-returns-this-july-to-offer-a-unique-play-experience-in-the-park/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jun 2023 17:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/a-wild-rumpus-returns-this-july-to-offer-a-unique-play-experience-in-the-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Help Your Trees During the Spongy Moth Outbreak]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, we are seeing a very high number of spongy month caterpillars throughout the state. We are experiencing the same outbreak here in Madison. The population boom is due to a variety of environmental factors that have made conditions favorable...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/how-to-help-your-trees-during-the-spongy-moth-outbreak/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jun 2023 15:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/how-to-help-your-trees-during-the-spongy-moth-outbreak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Streets Division Collections on Tuesday July 4, 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[There will be no trash, recycling, brush, or large item collection on Tuesday, July 4, 2023 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. The Streets Division drop-off sites will also be closed.<br />
Trash &amp; Recycling Collection<br />
Madison residents who normally have their refuse and recycling...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-streets-division-collections-on-tuesday-july-4-2023/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jun 2023 18:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-streets-division-collections-on-tuesday-july-4-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upcoming Atwood Avenue Traffic Switch Happening Next Week]]></title><description><![CDATA[(MADISON, Wis.)&mdash;Another traffic switch will take place on Atwood Avenue beginning Monday, June 26.<br />
Traffic traveling northbound on Atwood Avenue will be directed to use the newly paved lane on the lake side of the street from Walter Street to just before Oakridge Avenue/Sugar Avenue. This is an...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/upcoming-atwood-avenue-traffic-switch-happening-next-week/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jun 2023 03:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/upcoming-atwood-avenue-traffic-switch-happening-next-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Service Reduced on Tuesday, July 4]]></title><description><![CDATA[Due to the July 4 holiday, Metro will operate&nbsp;SUNDAY&nbsp;schedules on the following routes:<br />
A,&nbsp;B,&nbsp;C,&nbsp;D,&nbsp;E,&nbsp;F,&nbsp;G,&nbsp;H,&nbsp;J,&nbsp;L,&nbsp;O,&nbsp;P,&nbsp;R,&nbsp;SRoute 80 operates weekday recess schedules.&nbsp;<br />
Routes 81-84 do not operate.Paratransit Standing Rides Canceled<br />
All standing paratransit rides will be canceled on Tuesday...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-service-reduced-on-tuesday-july-4/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jun 2023 18:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-service-reduced-on-tuesday-july-4/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Abortion Rights Overturned: One Year Later]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the year since the U.S. Supreme Court eliminated safe and legal abortion access in Wisconsin, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County has expanded its free services and resources to meet the changing needs of the community.<br />
The agency&rsquo;s Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) clinic increased...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/abortion-rights-overturned-one-year-later/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jun 2023 15:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/abortion-rights-overturned-one-year-later/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Overnight Closures--John Nolen/Blair/Wilson/Williamson Intersection]]></title><description><![CDATA[The intersection of S Blair St, E Wilson St, Williamson St, &amp; John Nolen Dr will have overnight lane closures for three consecutive nights, starting Wednesday night and continuing through Saturday morning. The schedule of the closures will be 10:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m. This is to complete the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/overnight-closures-john-nolenblairwilsonwilliamson-intersection/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jun 2023 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/overnight-closures-john-nolenblairwilsonwilliamson-intersection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arrested Person]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 06/16/2023 at approximately 3:03 AM, Madison Officers were dispatched to a report of a sexual assault that had just occurred in the 1200 block of Spring Street. A 20-year-old victim reported that she had been asleep in her apartment when she woke up to an unknown male suspect assaulting her. The...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/arrested-person/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jun 2023 00:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/arrested-person/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023 Reverend Wright Human Rights Award Recipient]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Annual Reverend Wright Human Rights Award goes this year to Emanuel Scarbrough. The award will be presented at the Common Council meeting on Tuesday, June 20, 2023.<br />
Emanuel Scarbrough&rsquo;s life and work has positively impacted many individuals in Madison and the community in general. Emanuel has a...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2023-reverend-wright-human-rights-award-recipient/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jun 2023 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2023-reverend-wright-human-rights-award-recipient/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Service Reduced on Monday, June 19]]></title><description><![CDATA[Due to the Juneteenth holiday, Metro will operate SATURDAY schedules on the following routes:<br />
A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, L, O, P, R, SRoute 80 operates shortened weekday recess schedules. Final trip departs from Memorial Union at 11:15p.<br />
Routes 55 and 75 operate regular Weekday schedules<br />
Routes...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-service-reduced-on-monday-june-19/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jun 2023 00:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-service-reduced-on-monday-june-19/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Support Local Businesses in the Heat of Construction Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Engineering Division encourages the community to support local businesses specifically impacted by major projects underway during the heat of this construction season.<br />
There are a number of high-impact road construction projects underway in highly visible and traveled spaces in...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/support-local-businesses-in-the-heat-of-construction-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jun 2023 20:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/support-local-businesses-in-the-heat-of-construction-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library Seeks Presenters for the Annual Teejop &amp; Beyond Program]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- Madison Public Library is accepting applications for Teejop &amp; Beyond from June 15 - July 30, 2023. Any Native person living in Wisconsin is invited to apply to present a program during this annual celebration of Native nations taking place October-December at the library.&nbsp;<br />
Teejop...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-seeks-presenters-for-the-annual-teejop-amp-beyond-program/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jun 2023 20:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-seeks-presenters-for-the-annual-teejop-amp-beyond-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--University Bay Drive (Bridge Install)]]></title><description><![CDATA[University Bay Drive will be closed at the intersection of University Avenue overnight from 7:00 p.m. Friday June 16, 2023 to 7:00 a.m. Saturday June 17, 2023 for installation of the new bicycle/pedestrian bridge over University Bay Drive.<br />
Access to the UW Health/VA/American Family Children&rsquo;s...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-university-bay-drive-bridge-install/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jun 2023 15:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-university-bay-drive-bridge-install/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway Statement on Shared Revenue Vote in Senate]]></title><description><![CDATA[The shared revenue bill is being called &ldquo;historic&rdquo; because it is the first time in over 20 years that the Legislature has begun to address its responsibilities in sharing state income and sales taxes to ensure core services can be provided by local communities throughout Wisconsin. However, no one...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-satya-rhodes-conway-statement-on-shared-revenue-vote-in-senate/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jun 2023 01:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-satya-rhodes-conway-statement-on-shared-revenue-vote-in-senate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Help Guide Growth and Change in Madison]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is currently working on an Interim Update of its 2018 Imagine Madison Comprehensive Plan, which is a long-term vision for the future of Madison to help guide the growth and change Madison is experiencing. The Interim Update is focused on the Generalized Future Land Use (GFLU)...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/help-guide-growth-and-change-in-madison/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jun 2023 21:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/help-guide-growth-and-change-in-madison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parts of E. Washington Avenue to Close Friday]]></title><description><![CDATA[(MADISON, Wis.)&mdash; On June 16, 2023, the westbound lanes of the 500 block of E. Washington Avenue between N. Blair Street and N. Franklin Street will be closed 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Traffic heading toward the capitol building will be directed to turn left onto S. Blair Street and can take E. Main Street to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/parts-of-e-washington-avenue-to-close-friday/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jun 2023 23:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/parts-of-e-washington-avenue-to-close-friday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Streets Division Collections or Drop-off on Juneteenth, June 19, 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[There will be no recycling, trash, brush, or large item collections performed by the City of Madison Streets Division on Monday, June 19, 2023 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.&nbsp; The Streets Division drop-off sites will also be closed.<br />
Trash &amp; Recycling Collection<br />
Madison residents who...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-streets-division-collections-or-drop-off-on-juneteenth-june-19-2023/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jun 2023 15:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-streets-division-collections-or-drop-off-on-juneteenth-june-19-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Goodman Pool Opens Friday, June 9]]></title><description><![CDATA[Goodman Pool opens for the 2023 season on Friday, June 9 and thanks to the generosity of Goodman's Jewelers, the first 500 kids receive FREE ADMISSION starting at 12pm! Honoring Irwin and Robert Goodman, John and Catherine Hayes, owners of Goodman&rsquo;s Jewelers continue this annual tradition of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/goodman-pool-opens-friday-june-9/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jun 2023 14:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/goodman-pool-opens-friday-june-9/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023-24 Youth Poet Laureate to be announced at celebratory reading June 15 at 6:00 pm at Pinney library]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison, the Madison Arts Commission, and Madison Poet Laureate Angela Trudell Vasquez invite you to a reading of the 2023-24 Madison Youth Poet Laureate applicants. After the reading, Trudell Vasquez will announce the selected poet who will becomes Madison&rsquo;s second ever Youth Poet...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2023-24-youth-poet-laureate-to-be-announced-at-celebratory-reading-june-15-at-600-pm-at-pinney-library/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jun 2023 21:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2023-24-youth-poet-laureate-to-be-announced-at-celebratory-reading-june-15-at-600-pm-at-pinney-library/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Artist Austin Brantley returns to Madison to create a sculpture for Madison’s Darbo-Worthington Neighborhood]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison, WI - In an exciting collaboration between the Madison Arts Commission and Madison College, artist Austen Brantley has returned to Madison to begin designing a commissioned sculpture. The self-taught Detroit artist known for his evocative figurative sculptures is set to create a unique...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/artist-austin-brantley-returns-to-madison-to-create-a-sculpture-for-madisons-darbo-worthington-neighborhood/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jun 2023 22:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/artist-austin-brantley-returns-to-madison-to-create-a-sculpture-for-madisons-darbo-worthington-neighborhood/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Help Your Trees: Urban Forestry Reminds Residents to Water Newly Planted Trees]]></title><description><![CDATA[If a tree has been planted on the terrace in front of your home by Urban Forestry within the last five years, or if you had a tree planted on your private property in that same window of time, residents are reminded to water the tree as needed to increase its chance of survival.<br />
Young trees need...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/help-your-trees-urban-forestry-reminds-residents-to-water-newly-planted-trees/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jun 2023 15:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/help-your-trees-urban-forestry-reminds-residents-to-water-newly-planted-trees/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Transit Redesigned Routes Start Sunday, June 11]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting Sunday, June 11, Metro is implementing its largest service change in more than 20 years. This complete revamp of service is geared towards addressing a number of long-standing customer concerns including:rides on Metro&rsquo;s current service take too long<br />
routes are too confusing<br />
Frequent...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-redesigned-routes-start-sunday-june-11/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jun 2023 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-redesigned-routes-start-sunday-june-11/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Third-party service to help MPD with emergency detention transportation]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, Wis. &ndash; Starting in June, the Madison Police Department will use a third-party service for emergency detention transports to Winnebago Mental Health Facility.<br />
The pilot program was approved in this year&rsquo;s operating budget as a way to keep more officers in Madison responding to calls....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/third-party-service-to-help-mpd-with-emergency-detention-transportation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jun 2023 16:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/third-party-service-to-help-mpd-with-emergency-detention-transportation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[D18 Metro Transit Redesign Public Information Meeting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison, WI &ndash; June 1, 2023 - The Metro Transit Network Redesign will go into effect Sunday, June 11, 2023. This includes completely NEW Metro routes, maps, schedules and transfer points will close. Alder Charles Myadze invites the community of District 18 to learn more about Metro Transit Network...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/d18-metro-transit-redesign-public-information-meeting/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2023 20:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/d18-metro-transit-redesign-public-information-meeting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Recognizes National Homeownership Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is recognizing National Homeownership Month by encouraging Madison residents to explore incentives that can lead to homeownership. It&rsquo;s part of the City&rsquo;s&nbsp; commitment to working toward better access to safe, secure, and affordable housing for all. Madison offers several programs...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-recognizes-national-homeownership-month/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2023 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-recognizes-national-homeownership-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free Fun Weekend in Madison Parks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enjoy permit-free days in Madison's parks, Saturday and Sunday, June 3 and 4, 2023. No permit is required to try out a disc golf course, bring your dog to a park or access the lakes.<br />
DISC GOLF<br />
A daily or annual permit is typically required to play a City of Madison disc golf course. No permit...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/free-fun-weekend-in-madison-parks/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/free-fun-weekend-in-madison-parks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library’s We Read Program Returns with Activities for Kids and Families Throughout the Summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- Madison Public Library&rsquo;s summer We Read campaign is inspiring youth to keep reading and invites families to participate in fun, free library programs taking place in libraries, in parks, and around Madison all summer.<br />
&ldquo;Reading, playing and participating in fun activities over the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-librarys-we-read-program-returns-with-activities-for-kids-and-families-throughout-the-summer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 May 2023 22:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-librarys-we-read-program-returns-with-activities-for-kids-and-families-throughout-the-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No criminal liability for MPD officers involved in critical incident inside convenience store]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, Wis. &mdash; The Madison Police Department officers involved in a February shooting incident inside a Kwik Trip gas station have been cleared of criminal liability.<br />
District Attorney Ismael Ozanne announced the decision Wednesday afternoon after a thorough review of reports, surveillance video...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-criminal-liability-for-mpd-officers-involved-in-critical-incident-inside-convenience-store/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 May 2023 21:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-criminal-liability-for-mpd-officers-involved-in-critical-incident-inside-convenience-store/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[“Wear Orange” Rally Unites Community in Fight against Gun Violence]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Friday, June 2, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is hosting a Wear Orange rally raising awareness about the urgent need to end gun violence.<br />
&ldquo;Violence affects every corner of our communities. It&rsquo;s vital that we come together to make a collective push for change,&rdquo; said Aurielle Smith,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/wear-orange-rally-unites-community-in-fight-against-gun-violence/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 May 2023 16:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/wear-orange-rally-unites-community-in-fight-against-gun-violence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Water Utility's 2022 Annual Report is Available]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Water Utility's 2022 Annual Report is now available!&nbsp;This reporting period covers calendar year 2022, including audited 2022 financial statements, 2022 water quality monitoring, and 2022 projects, events, operations, and accomplishments.<br />
View 2022 Annual Report:English<br />
Spanish (coming...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-water-utilitys-2022-annual-report-is-available/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 May 2023 00:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-water-utilitys-2022-annual-report-is-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beaches and Splash Parks Opening for the Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[As warmer temperatures creep into the Madison area, splash parks and beaches officially open for the season on Saturday, May 27.&nbsp;<br />
Madison Parks&rsquo; three splash parks open for the season on Saturday, May 27. Each free-to-use location is open daily through Labor Day and provides a restroom facility at...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/beaches-and-splash-parks-opening-for-the-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 May 2023 19:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/beaches-and-splash-parks-opening-for-the-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Save the Date: Eastside Alders Meet &amp; Greet to Foster Community Connections and Collaboration]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison, WI - May 25, 2023 - Eastside residents are cordially invited to join Alders representing Districts 3, 15, 16, and 17 for an engaging and interactive evening at the Eastside Alders Meet &amp; Greet. The event will take place on Friday, May 26th, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at La Taguara, located...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/save-the-date-eastside-alders-meet-amp-greet-to-foster-community-connections-and-collaboration/</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 May 2023 20:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/save-the-date-eastside-alders-meet-amp-greet-to-foster-community-connections-and-collaboration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Intersection Closure--Regent Street &amp; Park Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the week of Tuesday, May 30, approximately half of the intersection of Regent Street &amp; Park Street will be closed to traffic for the installation of sanitary sewer.&nbsp; The following traffic movements restrictions will be in place at the intersection:No northbound Park Street traffic across...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/intersection-closure-regent-street-amp-park-street/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 May 2023 21:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/intersection-closure-regent-street-amp-park-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blue-Green Algae Bloom Closes Spring Harbor Beach]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Wednesday, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County closed Spring Harbor beach (1918 Norman Way, Madison) for swimming due to a large blue-green algae bloom in the water.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
Blue-green algae is a group of bacteria known as cyanobacteria. Contact with these toxins can cause symptoms like stomach...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/blue-green-algae-bloom-closes-spring-harbor-beach/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 May 2023 17:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/blue-green-algae-bloom-closes-spring-harbor-beach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Seeks Short Poems for 2023 Bus Lines Program]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Poet Laureate is seeking short poems from Madison residents to be considered for the annual Bus Lines poetry project. Bus Lines is made possible by a partnership between the Madison Poet Laureate and Metro Transit, with support from the Madison Arts Commission. Selected poems will be...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-seeks-short-poems-for-2023-bus-lines-program/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 May 2023 23:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-seeks-short-poems-for-2023-bus-lines-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Artist-in-Residence at Central Library]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- The Bubbler at Madison Public Library is welcoming a new Artist-in-Residence at Central Library. Martina Patterson&ndash;known as Mars&ndash;is an artist, Master Naturalist, herbalist, environmental educator, and land steward. Mars will be in residence in the Bubbler Room at Central Library...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/new-artist-in-residence-at-central-library/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 May 2023 23:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/new-artist-in-residence-at-central-library/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor’s Purchase Award of Reflected Memories by Christopher Sweet exhibited at new Parks Lakeside Offices]]></title><description><![CDATA[City of Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes Conway selected Reflected Memories by Christopher Sweet, for the 2023 Mayor&rsquo;s Purchase Award. The 4&rsquo; x 4&rsquo; painting is on display at the new Parks Department building at 330 E Lakeside St, Madison, WI 53715.<br />
Christopher Sweet is an enrolled member of the Ho-Chunk...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayors-purchase-award-of-reflected-memories-by-christopher-sweet-exhibited-at-new-parks-lakeside-offices/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 May 2023 23:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayors-purchase-award-of-reflected-memories-by-christopher-sweet-exhibited-at-new-parks-lakeside-offices/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--South Paterson Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[The current closure of South Paterson Street between East Washington Avenue and East Main Street will remain in place long term&mdash;thru spring 2024 to facilitate the building construction at 849 East Washington Avenue, &ldquo;Bakers Place&rdquo;.<br />
This closure is necessary to provide working space to complete the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-south-paterson-street/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 May 2023 19:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-south-paterson-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closures--Run Madtown 5K, 10K, &amp; Half Marathon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several Madison streets will be closed for the Run Madtown races on Saturday evening and Sunday morning.<br />
The 5K race starts at Library Mall at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 27. The route map is located here:<br />
https://runmadtown.com/course-information/<br />
The half marathon and 10K races start on the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-run-madtown-5k-10k-amp-half-marathon/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 May 2023 14:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-run-madtown-5k-10k-amp-half-marathon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upcoming Atwood Avenue Traffic Switch Happening May 24]]></title><description><![CDATA[(MADISON, Wis.)&mdash;A traffic switch will take place on the Atwood Avenue reconstruction project beginning Wednesday, May 24, 2023.<br />
Traffic will continue to be restricted to one northbound lane on Atwood Avenue between Cottage Grove Road and Oakridge Avenue/Sugar Avenue, but motorists traveling between...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/upcoming-atwood-avenue-traffic-switch-happening-may-24/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 May 2023 17:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/upcoming-atwood-avenue-traffic-switch-happening-may-24/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Streets Division Collections on Memorial Day, May 29, 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[There will be no recycling, trash, brush, or large item collections performed by the City of Madison Streets Division on Monday, May 29, 2023 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. The Streets Division drop-off sites will also be closed.<br />
Trash &amp; Recycling Collection<br />
Madison residents who...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-streets-division-collections-on-memorial-day-may-29-2023/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 May 2023 16:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-streets-division-collections-on-memorial-day-may-29-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[WisDOT and City of Madison Host Public Meetings for Interstate Study]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) and City of Madison invite you to attend one of two meetings to discuss potential changes to the Interstate and interchanges in the Madison area.&nbsp; These alternatives are part of WisDOT&rsquo;s larger I-39/90/94 corridor study that stretches from Madison...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/wisdot-and-city-of-madison-host-public-meetings-for-interstate-study/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 May 2023 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/wisdot-and-city-of-madison-host-public-meetings-for-interstate-study/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 2023 Spring Yard Waste Collection Is Complete]]></title><description><![CDATA[The springtime yard waste collection by the Streets Division is now over.<br />
The yard waste set-out dates for all neighborhoods have passed.<br />
Do not place yard waste out for pickup again until the start of the fall pickup season.<br />
What should you do with yard waste now that curbside pickup is over?<br />
Take...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-2023-spring-yard-waste-collection-is-complete/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 May 2023 17:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-2023-spring-yard-waste-collection-is-complete/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro’s New “Ride Guide” Staff Will Help the Public Navigate Changes to Metro Service and Schedules Coming June 11th]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Metro is completely updating its service starting on Sunday, June 11. The changes are due to the Metro Transit Network Redesign process that was completed last year and approved by the Common Council after 80 public meetings and 17 amendments taking into account comments from the public....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metros-new-ride-guide-staff-will-help-the-public-navigate-changes-to-metro-service-and-schedules-coming-june-11th/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 May 2023 00:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metros-new-ride-guide-staff-will-help-the-public-navigate-changes-to-metro-service-and-schedules-coming-june-11th/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[May is Mental Health Awareness Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[One in five adults in the U.S. experiences mental illness each year and less than half of them receive treatment, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness.<br />
&ldquo;Mental Health Awareness Month presents an opportunity to raise awareness of the growing mental health needs in our community and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/may-is-mental-health-awareness-month/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 May 2023 18:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/may-is-mental-health-awareness-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Open House Planned for MSCR and Madison Parks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison School &amp; Community Recreation (MSCR) and Madison Parks invite the community to a Ribbon Cutting Dedication and Open House in their new central, lakeside offices, located at 328 and 330 E. Lakeside Street. This location, within Olin Park on Lake Monona, offers a unique collaborative...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/open-house-planned-for-mscr-and-madison-parks/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 May 2023 18:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/open-house-planned-for-mscr-and-madison-parks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Awarded Women’s Pro Soccer Franchise in USL Super League]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison and the ownership of Forward Madison FC announced today that the Club has secured the rights to a USL Super League franchise, contingent on facility improvements that would allow for a viable professional women&rsquo;s soccer team in the new USL Super League, which intends to launch...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-awarded-womens-pro-soccer-franchise-in-usl-super-league/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 May 2023 20:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-awarded-womens-pro-soccer-franchise-in-usl-super-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UPDATE 6/5/23---Street Closure--S Broom Street &amp; W Wilson Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[UPDATE Monday, June 5, 2023:--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />
Starting Wednesday, June 7, in addition to the existing closures, the westbound lane of W Wilson Street from the Hamilton/Henry intersection to Broom Street will be closed to traffic...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/update-6523-street-closure-s-broom-street-amp-w-wilson-street/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 May 2023 18:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/update-6523-street-closure-s-broom-street-amp-w-wilson-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--S Broom Street &amp; W Wilson Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting Monday, May 22, S Broom Street will be fully closed to traffic between W Wilson Street and W Doty Street, and eastbound W Wilson Street will be closed between S Broom Street and S Henry Street.&nbsp; Map of closures attached.&nbsp; &nbsp;<br />
Metro Transit bus routes are detoured.<br />
Pedestrian walkways will be...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-s-broom-street-amp-w-wilson-street/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 May 2023 18:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-s-broom-street-amp-w-wilson-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Food Scraps Recycling Drop-off Returns to South Madison Farmers’ Market Tuesday, May 23, 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison in partnership with Sustain Dane and Neighborhood Food Solutions is happy to announce the return of our second food scraps drop-off location for this market season.<br />
Our second location will open on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at Individuals at the South Madison Farmers&rsquo; Market.<br />
Once...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/food-scraps-recycling-drop-off-returns-to-south-madison-farmers-market-tuesday-may-23-2023/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 May 2023 18:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/food-scraps-recycling-drop-off-returns-to-south-madison-farmers-market-tuesday-may-23-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Violence Prevention Funding Supports Community Programs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting today, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is accepting applications from local community organizations to receive funding that supports violence prevention efforts in Dane County.<br />
&ldquo;We are taking a public health approach to tackling this complex and far-reaching issue. That means...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/violence-prevention-funding-supports-community-programs/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 May 2023 15:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/violence-prevention-funding-supports-community-programs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison’s Annual Drinking Water Quality Report Is Now Available!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Postcards are beginning to arrive in mailboxes across Madison letting people know their drinking water continues to meet or exceed all federal and state standards for health and safety. The cards announce the release of the Annual Drinking Water Quality Report, which provides an overview of the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madisons-annual-drinking-water-quality-report-is-now-available/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 May 2023 00:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madisons-annual-drinking-water-quality-report-is-now-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lake Monona Waterfront Design Challenge Team Selection]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Parks is pleased to announce the team selection in the Lake Monona Waterfront Design Challenge! The Lake Monona Waterfront Ad-hoc Committee selected Sasaki to proceed in the Lake Monona Waterfront master plan process. The Committee evaluated the three master plan submissions and scored each...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lake-monona-waterfront-design-challenge-team-selection/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 May 2023 16:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lake-monona-waterfront-design-challenge-team-selection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Introducing the New City of Madison Forester Ian Brown]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is happy to announce Ian Brown as the new City of Madison Forester.<br />
Mr. Brown will lead the City of Madison Streets Division&rsquo;s Urban Forestry section. He joins the City after 17 years of public urban forestry experience, most recently as a Forestry District Manager for the City...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/introducing-the-new-city-of-madison-forester-ian-brown/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 May 2023 15:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/introducing-the-new-city-of-madison-forester-ian-brown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joint Statement by Madison Mayor and Alders Related to Recent Racist Video]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Monday, a video of an UW-Madison student engaging in racist language targeting Black students on campus became public and went viral. We recognize the trauma caused by such statements and strongly condemn the harmful sentiments expressed in the video.<br />
We support Black student organizers and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/joint-statement-by-madison-mayor-and-alders-related-to-recent-racist-video/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 May 2023 03:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/joint-statement-by-madison-mayor-and-alders-related-to-recent-racist-video/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don’t Miss Your Final Spring Yard Waste Collection]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division is wrapping up the spring yard waste collection.<br />
For certain neighborhoods, the final set out for spring yard waste collection is this coming up Sunday, May 7, 2023.<br />
Do not miss out on your second and final collection opportunity.<br />
How Not to Miss Your Last Spring Yard Waste...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dont-miss-your-final-spring-yard-waste-collection/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 May 2023 22:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dont-miss-your-final-spring-yard-waste-collection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Make Music Madison Returns June 21]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the 11th year in a row, the City of Madison will become a stage with hundreds of free live performances throughout the City. Make Music Madison returns the first day of summer, June 21. Coffee shops, community centers, front porches, public libraries, and park shelters will be jamming will all...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/make-music-madison-returns-june-21/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 May 2023 16:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/make-music-madison-returns-june-21/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seeking people to join Community Policing Advisory Boards to build trust, legitimacy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Police Department is recruiting individuals now through May 26, 2023 to serve on Community Policing Advisory Boards (CPABs) in each of Madison&rsquo;s six police districts (cityofmadison.com/police/districts).&nbsp;<br />
Advisors will seek and share residents&rsquo; concerns, questions and ideas as they...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/seeking-people-to-join-community-policing-advisory-boards-to-build-trust-legitimacy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2023 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/seeking-people-to-join-community-policing-advisory-boards-to-build-trust-legitimacy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mow Two Times this Low Mow May 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City invites the community to support its pollinators and green spaces by mowing less and joining in its Low Mow May 2023 efforts. &nbsp;<br />
As of May 1, 2023, the City will not enforce the tall grass ordinance for the remainder of the month. Low Mow May is a conservation initiative that promotes...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mow-two-times-this-low-mow-may-2023/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2023 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mow-two-times-this-low-mow-may-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[REMINDER: Dane CORE 2.0 Rental Assistance Program Applications to Close May 31]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dane County and the City of Madison want to remind residents that the Dane COronavirus REntal program (CORE 2.0), funded by the Federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program through the U.S. Department of Treasury, will permanently stop accepting applications on May 31, 2023 due to low remaining...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/reminder-dane-core-20-rental-assistance-program-applications-to-close-may-31/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2023 22:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/reminder-dane-core-20-rental-assistance-program-applications-to-close-may-31/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stolen gun recovered during Mifflin Street Block Party]]></title><description><![CDATA[A stolen handgun was recovered during an arrest made at this year&rsquo;s Mifflin Street Block Party.<br />
Officers spent hours Saturday walking and biking in the area.<br />
Students arrived to Mifflin Street around 11 a.m. By midday, the crowd surged to well over 10,000 people. In response, the Madison Police...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/stolen-gun-recovered-during-mifflin-street-block-party/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Apr 2023 01:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/stolen-gun-recovered-during-mifflin-street-block-party/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Safety plans in place ahead of Mifflin Street Block Party]]></title><description><![CDATA[Local first responders and other city officials are urging caution for anyone choosing to attend Saturday&rsquo;s Mifflin Street Block Party.<br />
Thousands of students from across Wisconsin are expected to gather along the 400 and 500 blocks of Mifflin Street to socialize.<br />
&ldquo;We want everyone who attends to be...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/safety-plans-in-place-ahead-of-mifflin-street-block-party/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Apr 2023 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/safety-plans-in-place-ahead-of-mifflin-street-block-party/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walter Street to Close Starting May 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[(MADISON, Wis.)&mdash;As reconstruction continues on the Atwood Avenue project, Walter Street will be closed from Atwood Avenue to Johns Street until mid-June, beginning Monday, May 1.<br />
&ldquo;We are progressing well in the Atwood Avenue project,&rdquo; City of Madison Project Manager Andrew Zwieg said. &ldquo;This next...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/walter-street-to-close-starting-may-1/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Apr 2023 23:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/walter-street-to-close-starting-may-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upcoming Changes to E. Washington Avenue]]></title><description><![CDATA[(MADISON, Wis.)&mdash;As the next stage of the Blair Street South project continues, the outbound lanes of E. Washington Avenue, traveling away from the Capitol building, will reopen to two lanes. Meanwhile, the middle inbound lane of E. Washington Avenue will be closed starting May 4, after the morning...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/upcoming-changes-to-e-washington-avenue/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Apr 2023 22:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/upcoming-changes-to-e-washington-avenue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Urban Forestry Spring Planting Adds Trees to Long Vacant Planting Sites]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Streets Division&rsquo;s Urban Forestry section plants thousands of trees each year in the right of way space along the road edge. This spring alone, arborists have planted over 1,500 trees within Madison.<br />
This year the arborists were able to do something special.<br />
Thanks to work by...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/urban-forestry-spring-planting-adds-trees-to-long-vacant-planting-sites/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Apr 2023 15:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/urban-forestry-spring-planting-adds-trees-to-long-vacant-planting-sites/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Get Involved: City’s First Purpose-Built Shelter Engagement Process Kicks Off]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison invites the community to get involved in the public engagement process for the City&rsquo;s first, purpose-built shelter.<br />
The City of Madison is collaborating with Dane County to plan for and design a purpose-built shelter facility that will serve primarily men in the community who...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/get-involved-citys-first-purpose-built-shelter-engagement-process-kicks-off/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Apr 2023 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/get-involved-citys-first-purpose-built-shelter-engagement-process-kicks-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peak Hour Lane Closure--West Johnson Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beginning Friday, April 28 at 7:00 a.m. JH Findorff will be reducing the 300 block of West Johnson Street to two lanes at all times (N Broom Street to State Street) .&nbsp;<br />
This lane reduction will be in place long term--for&nbsp;the duration of the construction of the "oLiv"&nbsp;building construction project--...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/peak-hour-lane-closure-west-johnson-street/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Apr 2023 17:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/peak-hour-lane-closure-west-johnson-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Open House for Upcoming Plans in West Area]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Planning Division is excited to announce an Open House for upcoming plans, projects, and initiatives in the West Area. The event is a great opportunity to hear directly from City staff about proposed improvements aimed at serving the needs of residents in West Madison, between...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/open-house-for-upcoming-plans-in-west-area/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Apr 2023 17:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/open-house-for-upcoming-plans-in-west-area/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Parks Foundation Unveils Dog Park Memorial Art Sculpture]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Parks Foundation is excited to announce the unveiling of a new tribute &amp; memorial sculpture in Quann&nbsp;Park off-leash dog park! Madison Parks Foundation continues its efforts in making positive impacts in our community and in our parks with the donation of a custom sculpture&nbsp;that will...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-parks-foundation-unveils-dog-park-memorial-art-sculpture/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Apr 2023 14:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-parks-foundation-unveils-dog-park-memorial-art-sculpture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Accessible Taxi Grants Will Help Fill Transit Gaps]]></title><description><![CDATA[People who use wheelchairs face barriers to daily living activities, social outings, and fully participating in what the City has to offer, because of inadequate accessible transportation options. New grant funding will help close the gaps.<br />
Due to the efforts of former Alder Erik Paulson and Alder...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/accessible-taxi-grants-will-help-fill-transit-gaps/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Apr 2023 18:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/accessible-taxi-grants-will-help-fill-transit-gaps/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jornada Abierta para los Proyectos y Planes Futuros en el Área Oeste]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Planning Division is excited to announce an Open House for upcoming plans, projects, and initiatives in the West Area. The event is a great opportunity to hear directly from City staff about proposed improvements aimed at serving the needs of residents in West Madison, between...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/jornada-abierta-para-los-proyectos-y-planes-futuros-en-el-rea-oeste/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Apr 2023 21:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/jornada-abierta-para-los-proyectos-y-planes-futuros-en-el-rea-oeste/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Madison Common Council Welcomes the 2023-2025 Cohort of Alders Serving the 20 Districts of the City of Madison]]></title><description><![CDATA[(MADISON, WI) The Common Council Office is proud to introduce the 2023-2025 cohort of alders representing the 20 districts that make up the City of Madison. Swearing-In Day, which took place on April 18, 2023, was also the first official Common Council meeting of the new term. The meeting started...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-madison-common-council-welcomes-the-2023-2025-cohort-of-alders-serving-the-20-districts-of-the-city-of-madison/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Apr 2023 15:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-madison-common-council-welcomes-the-2023-2025-cohort-of-alders-serving-the-20-districts-of-the-city-of-madison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 2023 Property Tax Base of the City of Madison]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City Assessor is responsible for the assessment process including: (1) Discovering all real and personal property that is subject to tax unless exempted by law; (2) Listing all property characteristics used to determine value; and (3) Valuing all property subject to property tax. Creating and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-2023-property-tax-base-of-the-city-of-madison/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Apr 2023 23:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-2023-property-tax-base-of-the-city-of-madison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Earth Day Events in Madison Parks]]></title><description><![CDATA[This weekend, April 22 and 23 celebrate Earth Day with Madison Parks, the Friends of Urban Nature and volunteers across the city.<br />
On Saturday, April 22, join neighbors and friends at the Earth Day Challenge. For more than 20 years, Madison Parks has honored Earth Day by recruiting volunteers for...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/earth-day-events-in-madison-parks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Apr 2023 14:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/earth-day-events-in-madison-parks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Food Scraps Recycling Drop-off Returns to Eastside Farmers’ Market Tuesday, April 25, 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison in partnership with Sustain Dane and Neighborhood Food Solutions is happy to announce the return of food scraps recycling in 2023.&nbsp;<br />
Individuals may drop-off certain allowable food scraps to a designated drop-off booth for free at the Eastside Farmers&rsquo; Market beginning on Tuesday...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/food-scraps-recycling-drop-off-returns-to-eastside-farmers-market-tuesday-april-25-2023/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Apr 2023 15:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/food-scraps-recycling-drop-off-returns-to-eastside-farmers-market-tuesday-april-25-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upcoming events with Ash Armenta, Thurber Park Artist-in-Residence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison, WI &ndash; Artist-in-Residence Ash Armenta, The Madison Arts Commission, and The Bubbler at Madison Public Library are pleased to announce a series of fun, free, creative events at the Thurber Park residency space.<br />
Ash Armenta (they/them) is a print media artist from the Bay Area of California...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/upcoming-events-with-ash-armenta-thurber-park-artist-in-residence/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Apr 2023 22:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/upcoming-events-with-ash-armenta-thurber-park-artist-in-residence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library Welcomes New Artist-in-Residence at Pinney Library]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Bubbler at Madison Public Library is welcoming a new Artist-in-Residence at Pinney Library. Bernie Witzack of Bernie &amp; Zuzu is a local printmaker who specializes in unique, one-of-a-kind art, home goods, accessories and prints all done in bright, bold colors with playful shapes. Bernie will...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-welcomes-new-artist-in-residence-at-pinney-library/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Apr 2023 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-welcomes-new-artist-in-residence-at-pinney-library/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Metro Providing Free Summer Bus Passes for MMSD Middle and High School Students]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the third year in a row, the City of Madison is giving every Madison Metropolitan School Districts Middle and High School student a free Metro bus pass for the summer.&nbsp; This summer Metro has made 7,000 passes available to MMSD students.<br />
&ldquo;These free bus passes were used for 37,989 trips in the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-metro-providing-free-summer-bus-passes-for-mmsd-middle-and-high-school-students/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Apr 2023 01:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-metro-providing-free-summer-bus-passes-for-mmsd-middle-and-high-school-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[White House Boosts John Nolen Drive Bridge Reconstruction with $15M Funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is the latest recipient of a $15 million federal grant to put toward John Nolen Drive Bridge Reconstruction, a generational project with historic funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.<br />
Senior Advisor to the President and White House Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/white-house-boosts-john-nolen-drive-bridge-reconstruction-with-15m-funding/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Apr 2023 16:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/white-house-boosts-john-nolen-drive-bridge-reconstruction-with-15m-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Visits City-Supported Child Care Center to Celebrate National Community Development Week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway will be visiting Reach Dane&rsquo;s new&nbsp;child care center on April 11 to celebrate National Community Development Week.<br />
The new center on Latham Drive opened last spring, allowing preschool children to receive a full day of programming that focuses on emotional wellbeing,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-visits-city-supported-child-care-center-to-celebrate-national-community-development-week/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2023 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-visits-city-supported-child-care-center-to-celebrate-national-community-development-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Westbound E. Washington Avenue to be 1 Lane Starting April 13]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the construction team continues work on the Blair Street project, the westbound side of E. Washington Avenue will be reduced to one lane starting Thursday, April 13, after morning commute. The closure will begin at Blount Street and continue toward the Capitol. In addition, the westbound left...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/westbound-e-washington-avenue-to-be-1-lane-starting-april-13/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Apr 2023 23:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/westbound-e-washington-avenue-to-be-1-lane-starting-april-13/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monona Terrace Announces Concerts on the Rooftop Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monona Terrace is excited to announce its free summer Concerts on the Rooftop&nbsp;lineup! The public is invited to enjoy great music, a family-friendly setting, and gorgeous views of Lake Monona and downtown Madison.<br />
The rooftop and Lake Vista Caf&eacute; open at 5:30 p.m. with Concerts from 7- 9 p.m....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/monona-terrace-announces-concerts-on-the-rooftop-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Apr 2023 15:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/monona-terrace-announces-concerts-on-the-rooftop-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Honored with Growth Award from the Arbor Day Foundation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison has been recognized by the Arbor Day Foundation as a Tree City USA and we received a Growth Award.<br />
Madison has been a Tree City USA for 33 years, and we have received the Growth Award for 17 years.<br />
Per the Arbor Day Foundation, Madison has &ldquo;demonstrated an outstanding commitment...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-honored-with-growth-award-from-the-arbor-day-foundation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Apr 2023 15:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-honored-with-growth-award-from-the-arbor-day-foundation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Announces 2023-24 Youth Poet Laureate Opportunity]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Arts Commission, and Madison Poet Laureate Angela Trudell Vasquez are pleased to announce the second annual call for a Madison Youth Poet Laureate.<br />
The Madison Youth Poet Laureate program is a partnership between the City of Madison and the National Youth Poet Laureate program,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-announces-2023-24-youth-poet-laureate-opportunity/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Apr 2023 19:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-announces-2023-24-youth-poet-laureate-opportunity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spring Yard Waste Set-Out Dates Now Available; Collection Begins Week of April 16, 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division&rsquo;s springtime yard waste collection begins the week of April 16, 2023 for certain neighborhoods.<br />
All residents will receive two collection opportunities this spring.<br />
You will have one set-out date in April and another set-out date in May.<br />
When can you sent out yard waste for...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/spring-yard-waste-set-out-dates-now-available-collection-begins-week-of-april-16-2023/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Apr 2023 15:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/spring-yard-waste-set-out-dates-now-available-collection-begins-week-of-april-16-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Library Takeover Event Gives Parents the Opportunity to Network, Share and Connect]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI &ndash; Parents of school-aged kids are invited to bring their little ones and engage in conversation with other local parents at Pinney Library on Friday, April 21 from 5:30-7:30PM. Kids and parents will enjoy a dinner together before breaking off into separate groups where the kids will be...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/library-takeover-event-gives-parents-the-opportunity-to-network-share-and-connect/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Apr 2023 22:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/library-takeover-event-gives-parents-the-opportunity-to-network-share-and-connect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--Anderson Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting Monday, April 10, Anderson Street will be fully closed to traffic just east of Wright Street for the construction of a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) station (see attached map).&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
Metro Transit bus routes will be detoured.<br />
Sidewalk will be maintained on one side of Anderson Street, through work...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-anderson-street/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Apr 2023 15:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-anderson-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top Five Tips for Election Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Clerk&rsquo;s Office put together a top five list of things to know for tomorrow&rsquo;s Spring Election.Confirm your polling place. To verify your polling location, visit www.cityofmadison.com/WhereDoIVote.<br />
The address on the ID you use for voting does not matter. When checking your...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/top-five-tips-for-election-day/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Apr 2023 15:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/top-five-tips-for-election-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Apply to Be the 2023 Naturalist-in-Residence at Madison Public Library]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Public Library is looking for a local naturalist to lead a series of workshops, guided walks, and programs in libraries and city green spaces for six weeks during summer 2023.<br />
Educators, scientists, artists, writers, Waterkeepers, and more are invited to apply to a Naturalist residency with...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/apply-to-be-the-2023-naturalist-in-residence-at-madison-public-library/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Apr 2023 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/apply-to-be-the-2023-naturalist-in-residence-at-madison-public-library/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--Livingston Street at E Washington Avenue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting Monday, March 27, S Livingston Street will be closed at E Washington Avenue for work related to Bus Rapid Transit (BRT).<br />
The closure is estimated to last approximately two months&mdash;until Friday, May 26.&nbsp;<br />
A pedestrian walk route will be maintained along E Washington Avenue, and pedestrian...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-livingston-street-at-e-washington-avenue/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Mar 2023 16:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-livingston-street-at-e-washington-avenue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Streets Division Drop-off Sites Hours Expand Starting April 3, 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting on Monday, April 3, 2023 the Streets Division drop-off sites at 402 South Point Road and 4602 Sycamore Avenue will begin their expanded summer hours.<br />
Also on April 3, 2023 the special drop-off site at 121 East Olin Avenue will open at 3:00pm.<br />
The location at 1501 W. Badger Road is...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-drop-off-sites-hours-expand-starting-april-3-2023/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2023 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-drop-off-sites-hours-expand-starting-april-3-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Open House for Upcoming Plans in Northeast Area]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Planning Division is excited to announce an Open House for upcoming plans, projects, and initiatives in the Northeast Area. The event is a great opportunity to hear directly from City staff about proposed improvements aimed at serving the needs of residents in Northeast Madison...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/open-house-for-upcoming-plans-in-northeast-area/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2023 19:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/open-house-for-upcoming-plans-in-northeast-area/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All Madison Streets to be Plowed on March 25, 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[All City of Madison of Madison streets will be plowed starting at approximately 12:00pm on Saturday, March 25, 2023. &nbsp;Citywide plowing takes approximately 12 to 14 hours to complete.<br />
Please choose off-street parking options throughout the day on Saturday to help with plowing operations.&nbsp; If you...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/all-madison-streets-to-be-plowed-on-march-25-2023/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Mar 2023 15:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/all-madison-streets-to-be-plowed-on-march-25-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Library Takeover Event Will Honor Migration Stories and Celebrate the Kichwa Community in Wisconsin]]></title><description><![CDATA[A small group of community members have come together to plan an event at Madison Public Library&rsquo;s Central Library on April 15, 2023 from 4-9 pm as part of the Library Takeover program. Kaypimi Kanchik | We Are Here: Honoring Indigenous Migration Stories and Celebrating the Kichwa Community in...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/library-takeover-event-will-honor-migration-stories-and-celebrate-the-kichwa-community-in-wisconsin/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Mar 2023 16:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/library-takeover-event-will-honor-migration-stories-and-celebrate-the-kichwa-community-in-wisconsin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Badger Road Drop-off Site Permanently Closed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The drop-off site at 1501 West Badger Rd is permanently closed. The resident services office at the Badger Rd building will remain open.<br />
Drop-off services will be available at other locations in 2023.<br />
Please go to our drop-off sites page to learn their hours and locations.<br />
The drop-off sites...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/badger-road-drop-off-site-permanently-closed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Mar 2023 15:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/badger-road-drop-off-site-permanently-closed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Common Council Moves to Develop a Comprehensive Response to the Crisis in Home Healthcare in Madison]]></title><description><![CDATA[(MADISON, WI) On Tuesday, March 21, 2023, the City of Madison Common Council voted to authorize moving forward to develop a comprehensive response to the crisis in home healthcare in Madison. This resolution was championed by Alder Barbara Vedder, who was appointed to the Common Council as interim...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-common-council-moves-to-develop-a-comprehensive-response-to-the-crisis-in-home-healthcare-in-madison/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Mar 2023 22:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-common-council-moves-to-develop-a-comprehensive-response-to-the-crisis-in-home-healthcare-in-madison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 2023 Recyclopedias Are Here!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paper copies of the 2023 Recyclopedia are now available.<br />
City of Madison residents can pick up their copy from any City of Madison public library branch.<br />
Residents can also contact the Streets Division to have a copy mailed to your home.<br />
A downloadable PDF version of the Recyclopedia is available...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-2023-recyclopedias-are-here/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Mar 2023 17:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-2023-recyclopedias-are-here/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bill Sullivan Named Madison Fire Marshal]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Fire Department is pleased to announce Bill Sullivan has been appointed to the position of Fire Marshal for the City of Madison. Sullivan assumed the duties on March 6, 2023.<br />
Sullivan&rsquo;s interest in the fire service began at a young age and led him to attend Eastern Kentucky University,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/bill-sullivan-named-madison-fire-marshal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Mar 2023 16:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/bill-sullivan-named-madison-fire-marshal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--Regent Street for Tree Pruning]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three blocks of Regent Street, from N Franklin Avenue to Highland Avenue/Speedway Road, will be closed from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for tree pruning on Monday, March 27 and Tuesday, March 28.&nbsp;<br />
Sidewalk will remain open on one side of the street.&nbsp;<br />
Cross-traffic will remain open at Franklin Avenue and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-regent-street-for-tree-pruning/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Mar 2023 19:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-regent-street-for-tree-pruning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--Regent Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting at 5:00 a.m. Friday, March 24, Regent Street will be fully closed between Park Street and E Campus Mall for the erection of a tower crane.<br />
The street will be reopened by 3:00 p.m. Sunday, March 26.<br />
Sidewalk on the south side of Regent Street will remain open.<br />
Local traffic to businesses...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-regent-street/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Mar 2023 19:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-regent-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Referendum on Staggered Two-year Alder Terms on Spring 2023 Ballot]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2023 Spring Election will take place on Tuesday, April 4. With three weeks left until the General Election, several offices and referenda will be on the ballot, including but not limited to the race for Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice, Madison Alder Districts, and the vote for Madison Mayor....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/referendum-on-staggered-two-year-alder-terms-on-spring-2023-ballot/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Mar 2023 19:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/referendum-on-staggered-two-year-alder-terms-on-spring-2023-ballot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dane CORE 2.0 Rental Assistance Program Applications to Close May 31]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dane County and the City of Madison announced today that the Dane COronavirus REntal program (CORE 2.0), funded by the Federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program through the U.S. Department of Treasury, will permanently stop accepting applications on May 31, 2023 due to low remaining funds....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-core-20-rental-assistance-program-applications-to-close-may-31/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Mar 2023 21:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-core-20-rental-assistance-program-applications-to-close-may-31/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The We Read Youth Voices Writing Contest Returns April 3]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI&ndash; Madison Public Library will once again host the We Read Youth Voices Writing Contest in collaboration with Forward Madison FC and the Wisconsin Book Festival with support from the Madison Public Library Foundation in the spring of 2023.<br />
Submissions will be accepted beginning April 3,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-we-read-youth-voices-writing-contest-returns-april-3/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Mar 2023 15:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-we-read-youth-voices-writing-contest-returns-april-3/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Wells Meet Proposed Federal PFAS Standards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today the US EPA released draft standards for per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water. PFAS are a group of human-made substances that are widespread in the environment and can impact human health. The proposed standards take into account the best available science on human...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-wells-meet-proposed-federal-pfas-standards/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Mar 2023 22:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-wells-meet-proposed-federal-pfas-standards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blair Street South Project Resumes Work on E. Washington Ave.]]></title><description><![CDATA[(MADISON, Wis.)&mdash;Construction for the Blair Street South project will resume at 9 a.m. Monday, March 20, as the project shifts its focus to the E. Washington Avenue intersection.<br />
This phase of the project will focus on improvements to infrastructure, including water, sanitary and pavement. The...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/blair-street-south-project-resumes-work-on-e-washington-ave/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Mar 2023 17:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/blair-street-south-project-resumes-work-on-e-washington-ave/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023 Spring Election Sample Ballots Available]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Spring Election is on Apr. 4, 2023.<br />
There are several offices and referenda that will be on the ballot in April:Supreme Court Justice<br />
Court of Appeals Judge, District IV<br />
City of Madison Mayor<br />
City of Madison Alders, District 1 &ndash; 20<br />
Area School Board Seats<br />
State of Wisconsin Referenda (3)<br />
Dane...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2023-spring-election-sample-ballots-available/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2023 15:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2023-spring-election-sample-ballots-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moving Forward Capital City Path Extension to Connect Glacial Drumlin State Trail]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison has submitted an application for federal Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) funding to complete the final phase of the Capital City Trail. This project is critical in closing the gap between Madison and the Glacial Drumlin State Trail in Cottage Grove.<br />
Through...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/moving-forward-capital-city-path-extension-to-connect-glacial-drumlin-state-trail/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2023 15:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/moving-forward-capital-city-path-extension-to-connect-glacial-drumlin-state-trail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women in Construction 2023: Wilkie]]></title><description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s a cloudy, damp day, teetering on frost over on the City&rsquo;s east side, at Goodman Pool parking lot medians. There, you&rsquo;ll likely find a bright yellow shirt buried head first in a prickly Cranberry Viburnum, happy to be pruning and staying warm, not upset one bit.<br />
&ldquo;There&rsquo;s no such thing as bad...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-2023-wilkie/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Mar 2023 21:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-2023-wilkie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All Madison Streets to be Plowed; Trash &amp; Recycling Collection Will Occur]]></title><description><![CDATA[All Streets to be Plowed March 10, 2023<br />
All City of Madison of Madison streets will be plowed starting at approximately 7:00am on Friday, March 10, 2023. Citywide plowing takes approximately 12 to 14 hours to complete.<br />
Please choose off-street parking options throughout the day on Friday to help...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/all-madison-streets-to-be-plowed-trash-amp-recycling-collection-will-occur/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Mar 2023 13:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/all-madison-streets-to-be-plowed-trash-amp-recycling-collection-will-occur/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women in Construction 2023: Emily Jorgensen]]></title><description><![CDATA[For any basic person, names like &ldquo;Agastache scrophulariaefolia&rdquo; or &ldquo;Asclepias incarnata&rdquo; may not come naturally when it comes to knowing what they mean. For Engineering&rsquo;s Conservation Technician Emily Jorgensen, it&rsquo;s second nature to know what these names mean, how they translate to more common...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-2023-emily-jorgensen/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Mar 2023 00:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-2023-emily-jorgensen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bus Rapid Transit Construction - Public Information Meeting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Metro Transit will hold a public information meeting on Tuesday, March 14 at 6:00 pm to talk about construction related to its Bus Rapid Transit&nbsp;project.<br />
Zoom Registration Link<br />
Attend this information meeting to learn more about road work, construction timelines, and effects on traffic. Much of the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/bus-rapid-transit-construction-public-information-meeting/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Mar 2023 19:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/bus-rapid-transit-construction-public-information-meeting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Health Announces Closure of COVID Testing Clinic]]></title><description><![CDATA[After three years of emergency operations, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County will close the doors to its community COVID testing clinic on April 14. The closure coincides with the expiration of the federal emergency declaration on May 11, and the end of the Wisconsin Department of Health...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-announces-closure-of-covid-testing-clinic/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Mar 2023 14:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-announces-closure-of-covid-testing-clinic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women in Construction 2023: Shannon Davis]]></title><description><![CDATA[With a push of a giant roll of paper plans across a large table, Building Inspection Division Plan Reviewer Shannon Davis gets ready to explain what she does to everyone else who comes to her window in the basement of the Madison Municipal Building.<br />
&ldquo;I was the first woman who&rsquo;s been in this...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-2023-shannon-davis/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Mar 2023 00:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-2023-shannon-davis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City Enacts New Development Bonus for Affordable Housing Downtown]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, the Common Council adopted legislation to encourage the development of more affordable housing downtown. Developers can now add additional stories to new buildings proposed in the downtown area if at least half of the added space will be for affordable housing. The additional stories...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-enacts-new-development-bonus-for-affordable-housing-downtown/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Mar 2023 20:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-enacts-new-development-bonus-for-affordable-housing-downtown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Unanimously Adopts New Building Energy Savings Program]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, the Common Council adopted the Building Energy Savings Program to reduce carbon pollution from large commercial buildings. The program requires owners of large nonresidential commercial buildings to annually track their energy use through &ldquo;energy benchmarking&rdquo; and to tune-up their...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-unanimously-adopts-new-building-energy-savings-program/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Mar 2023 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-unanimously-adopts-new-building-energy-savings-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women in Construction 2023: Gretchen Avilés Piñeiro]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walking down Monroe Street, any visitor would notice the vibrant businesses, murals and life. However, when Traffic Engineering Engineer Gretchen Avil&eacute;s Pi&ntilde;eiro steps down the sidewalks, she notices everything necessary for the culture on Monroe Street to thrive and move safely: the traffic lights...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-2023-gretchen-avils-pieiro/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 23:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-2023-gretchen-avils-pieiro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upcoming Construction to Close Southbound Atwood]]></title><description><![CDATA[(MADISON, Wis.)&mdash;As reconstruction begins on the Atwood Avenue project, the southbound lanes from Oakridge Avenue/Sugar Avenue to Cottage Grove Road will be closed beginning Thursday, March 9, after the morning commute.&nbsp;<br />
&ldquo;The work we are doing now on Atwood Avenue is one step closer to providing...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/upcoming-construction-to-close-southbound-atwood/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 19:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/upcoming-construction-to-close-southbound-atwood/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Agreement Finalized on Grocery Store in South Madison]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Madison residents could be shopping in a new, full service 24,000 square foot grocery store by the end of this year. The City of Madison has reached an agreement with Kristie Maurer to open a store in South Madison, located in the new building currently under construction at the corner of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/agreement-finalized-on-grocery-store-in-south-madison/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 18:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/agreement-finalized-on-grocery-store-in-south-madison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--S Paterson Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting 7:00 a.m. on Monday, March 13, S Paterson Street will be fully closed to traffic between E Washington Avenue and E Main Street for underground utility construction related to the redevelopment of 849 E Washington Avenue&mdash;Bakers Place.&nbsp;<br />
The closure is estimated to last five days&mdash;until 5:00 p...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-s-paterson-street/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 18:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-s-paterson-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison 2023 Utility Box Art Program Call For Entries]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thanks to positive public reaction to the Utility Box Art Program, the City of Madison is continuing the program this year, looking for more great works of art to display across the City in 2023.<br />
The Utility Box Art program was created in 2016 to highlight, encourage, and promote local artists by...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-2023-utility-box-art-program-call-for-entries/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 17:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-2023-utility-box-art-program-call-for-entries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--N Few Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting Monday, March 6, N Few Street will be closed between Curtis Ct and E Washington Avenue for work related to Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) at the N Few St &amp; E Washington Ave intersection.<br />
The closure is estimated to last one month.&nbsp;<br />
A pedestrian walk route will be maintained along E Washington...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-n-few-street/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 15:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-n-few-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--N Dickinson Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting Monday, March 6, N Dickinson Street will be closed at E Washington Avenue for work related to Bus Rapid Transit (BRT).<br />
The closure is estimated to last one month.&nbsp;<br />
A pedestrian walk route will be maintained along E Washington Avenue.&nbsp;<br />
Visit the City of Madison BRT website at madisonbrt.com...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-n-dickinson-street/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Mar 2023 15:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-n-dickinson-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women in Construction Week 2023: Taylor Voeltz]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anyone familiar with the small town farm life, knows there&rsquo;s a few fundamentals that make for an easier day: working hard, enjoying the outdoors and getting your hands dirty to get the job done.<br />
&ldquo;Operating heavy equipment, growing up on a farm, from heavy machinery, don&rsquo;t cut your finger off safety...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-week-2023-taylor-voeltz/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Mar 2023 23:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-week-2023-taylor-voeltz/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrate Women in Construction Week 2023 March 5-11, 2023!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Engineering Division, in partnership with the Parks Division, Madison Water Utility and Traffic Engineering Division and Building Inspection Division, is proud to join the nationally-recognized Women in Construction Week, March 5-11, 2023.<br />
This is the fourth year City Engineering will highlight...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/celebrate-women-in-construction-week-2023-march-5-11-2023/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Mar 2023 21:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/celebrate-women-in-construction-week-2023-march-5-11-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--Sheboygan Avenue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting Monday, March 13, Sheboygan Avenue will be fully closed to traffic just east of Eau Claire Avenue for the construction of a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) station (see attached map).&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
Metro Transit bus routes will be detoured.<br />
Sidewalk will be maintained on one side of Sheboygan Avenue, through...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-sheboygan-avenue/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Mar 2023 21:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-sheboygan-avenue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Prepares to Sue Kia and Hyundai for Failure to Prevent Car Thefts with Standard Anti-Theft Technology]]></title><description><![CDATA[This week, the Madison Common Council will vote to authorize a federal lawsuit against car manufacturers Kia and Hyundai for their failure to install industry standard anti-theft technology in millions of their vehicles.<br />
The City is taking action to force Hyundai and Kia to do what&rsquo;s right&mdash;fix...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-prepares-to-sue-kia-and-hyundai-for-failure-to-prevent-car-thefts-with-standard-anti-theft-technology/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Mar 2023 19:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-prepares-to-sue-kia-and-hyundai-for-failure-to-prevent-car-thefts-with-standard-anti-theft-technology/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Sweepers Working Overnight Hours Starting March 5]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spring cleanup begins!<br />
Starting the evening of Sunday March 5, 2023, Streets Division street sweepers will operating on Madison roadways 16-hours a day collecting the sand, salt, and other accumulated grit from the roads.<br />
One shift of operators will be sweeping from 10:00pm to 6:00am. And another...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-sweepers-working-overnight-hours-starting-march-5/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Mar 2023 15:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-sweepers-working-overnight-hours-starting-march-5/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Help Decide the Future of Annie C. Stewart Fountain]]></title><description><![CDATA[The fate of the City&rsquo;s oldest piece of art will soon be decided, but the Madison Arts Commission wants to hear from you first. In this case, time is of the essence. The fountain was constructed between 1917 and 1925 as a memorial to charitable community member' Annie C. Stewart, who died of suicide...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/help-decide-the-future-of-annie-c-stewart-fountain/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Mar 2023 15:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/help-decide-the-future-of-annie-c-stewart-fountain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Documentary Explores 40 Years of Women in the Madison Fire Department]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Fire Department and the City of Madison IT Media Team announce the release of its first-ever feature length film, a documentary called In Her Boots.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
In Her Boots explores the stories and experiences of women at the Madison Fire Department. This four-decade journey takes viewers behind...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/new-documentary-explores-40-years-of-women-in-the-madison-fire-department/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2023 21:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/new-documentary-explores-40-years-of-women-in-the-madison-fire-department/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hyundai, Kia offering free security upgrade to curb nationwide spike in auto thefts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hyundai and Kia are offering a free security software update for millions of vehicles following a spike in car thefts across the country.<br />
Over the summer, videos were posted to social media channels showing how easy it was to steal certain Kia and Hyundai models made between 2015-2019.<br />
These...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/hyundai-kia-offering-free-security-upgrade-to-curb-nationwide-spike-in-auto-thefts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2023 19:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/hyundai-kia-offering-free-security-upgrade-to-curb-nationwide-spike-in-auto-thefts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hyundai, Kia offering free security upgrade to cub nationwide spike in auto thefts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hyundai and Kia are offering a free security software update for millions of vehicles following a spike in car thefts across the country.<br />
Over the summer, videos were posted to social media channels showing how easy it was to steal certain Kia and Hyundai models made between 2015-2019.<br />
These...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/hyundai-kia-offering-free-security-upgrade-to-cub-nationwide-spike-in-auto-thefts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2023 19:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/hyundai-kia-offering-free-security-upgrade-to-cub-nationwide-spike-in-auto-thefts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library’s Seed Library Returns March 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- Madison Public Library&rsquo;s popular Seed Library program will return on Wednesday, March 1, 2023. Select library locations offer free seeds for visitors throughout the spring, summer and fall. Madison Public Library&rsquo;s Seed Library is expanding this year to include a fifth library...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-librarys-seed-library-returns-march-1/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Mar 2023 18:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-librarys-seed-library-returns-march-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Launches MadCAP to Reduce Bills of Low-Income Utility Customers]]></title><description><![CDATA[On March 1, the City of Madison will launch the Madison Customer Assistance Program (MadCAP). MadCAP is the first program in Wisconsin to offer a monthly credit, or discount, to low income residents on a municipal services bill. Those who enroll in MadCAP will receive a discount to their Madison...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-launches-madcap-to-reduce-bills-of-low-income-utility-customers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2023 19:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-launches-madcap-to-reduce-bills-of-low-income-utility-customers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Awarded Federal Funding for Transportation Safety Project Planning]]></title><description><![CDATA[The US Department of Transportation announced the City of Madison has been selected for transportation safety planning funding as part of the US DOT Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Program. The planning grant includes $267,680 in federal funding to assist the City in furthering work on...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-awarded-federal-funding-for-transportation-safety-project-planning/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2023 17:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-awarded-federal-funding-for-transportation-safety-project-planning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Arts Commission Annual Arts Grants Opportunity 2023-24]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is pleased to announce that applications are now open for art grants that provide support for projects that enrich the cultural landscape of the City. The City distributes funds to Madison artists and non-profit organizations through the Madison Arts Commission's annual grant...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-arts-commission-annual-arts-grants-opportunity-2023-24/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2023 18:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-arts-commission-annual-arts-grants-opportunity-2023-24/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snowplow Names Election Results]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets and Engineering Division are happy to announce the winners of the snowplow equipment naming election.<br />
The turnout was fantastic!&nbsp; We received well over 3,000 votes for each of the four pieces of equipment.&nbsp; We&rsquo;d like to thank Wisconsin Salt Wise for hosting this election for us. &nbsp;And...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/snowplow-names-election-results/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2023 16:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/snowplow-names-election-results/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trash and Recycling Collection Will Occur As Scheduled on February 23, 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division will collect trash and recycling as scheduled today, Thursday, February 23, 2023.<br />
If you have a Thursday trash and recycling pickup, please be sure your cart is out for collection by 6:30am or you may miss your collection opportunity.<br />
The Streets Division drop-off sites will...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trash-and-recycling-collection-will-occur-as-scheduled-on-february-23-2023/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2023 12:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trash-and-recycling-collection-will-occur-as-scheduled-on-february-23-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CRISIS IN HOME HEALTHCARE IN MADISON, WI]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is a huge invisible crisis going on in our community. The lack of qualified and trained caregivers to help older adults and people with disabilities remain in their homes and live productive lives in the community is the biggest obstacle facing people in Madison&rsquo;s long-term care system. One...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/crisis-in-home-healthcare-in-madison-wi/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2023 02:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/crisis-in-home-healthcare-in-madison-wi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library to Close at 2 pm on Wednesday, February 22]]></title><description><![CDATA[All Madison Public Library locations will close early on Wednesday, February 22 due to predicted extreme weather conditions. All library events and all community events held in Madison Public Libraries after 2pm will be canceled.<br />
Library customers may use the library remotely by using LINKcat to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-to-close-at-2-pm-on-wednesday-february-22/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2023 19:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-to-close-at-2-pm-on-wednesday-february-22/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wisconsin Book Festival Kicks Off 2023 Season Under New Leadership]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Wisconsin Book Festival begins its spring season on Sunday, February 19, under the leadership of newly named Director Jane Rotonda.<br />
Rotonda joins the foundation staff with eight years&rsquo; experience at the nonprofit Wisconsin Public Radio, where she was most recently Ideas Network Project Manager...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/wisconsin-book-festival-kicks-off-2023-season-under-new-leadership/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2023 01:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/wisconsin-book-festival-kicks-off-2023-season-under-new-leadership/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City Partners with Centro Hispano on New South Madison Facility with Land Swap Deal and Early Investment]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is proud to celebrate with partner Centro Hispano as the nonprofit breaks ground on its brand new building this Wednesday, February 22 at 3 pm. Centro is South Madison&rsquo;s cultural and economic hub for the Latinx community, helping families reach their goals through engagement and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-partners-with-centro-hispano-on-new-south-madison-facility-with-land-swap-deal-and-early-investment/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2023 20:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-partners-with-centro-hispano-on-new-south-madison-facility-with-land-swap-deal-and-early-investment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Early Start to Trash &amp; Recycling Collection on February 22, 2023 Due to Winter Storm]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division will be starting collection of trash and recycling early on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 due to the winter storm.<br />
Residents who have a Wednesday trash and recycling day are encouraged to place their carts out for collection on their terrace or driveway apron tonight (Tuesday,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/early-start-to-trash-amp-recycling-collection-on-february-22-2023-due-to-winter-storm/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2023 19:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/early-start-to-trash-amp-recycling-collection-on-february-22-2023-due-to-winter-storm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor&rsquo;s Purchase Award granted for a portrait of activist, leader, &amp; public servant Dick Wagner]]></title><description><![CDATA[City of Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes Conway selected a portrait of Dick Wagner by Rae Senarighi, aka Transpainter, for the 2022 Mayor&rsquo;s Purchase Award. The purchase of the work honors beloved gay rights activist, community leader, and public servant, Dick Wagner. Wagner worked for the State of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayorrsquos-purchase-award-granted-for-a-portrait-of-activist-leader-amp-public-servant-dick-wagner/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2023 18:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayorrsquos-purchase-award-granted-for-a-portrait-of-activist-leader-amp-public-servant-dick-wagner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atwood Avenue Reconstruction Project Begins]]></title><description><![CDATA[(MADISON, Wis.)&mdash;The reconstruction of Atwood Avenue from S. Fair Oaks Avenue to Cottage Grove Road is officially underway. Atwood Avenue will be reconstructed to fix aging infrastructure and enhance pedestrian and bicycle safety.<br />
The public is also invited to attend an upcoming in-person public...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/atwood-avenue-reconstruction-project-begins/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2023 04:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/atwood-avenue-reconstruction-project-begins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snow Emergency Canceled for Tonight, February 17, 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[The snow emergency for the evening of February 17, 2023 into the morning of February 18, 2023 has been canceled.<br />
Individuals who park within the Snow Emergency Zone do not need to follow alternate side parking restrictions this evening.<br />
If you park outside of the Snow Emergency Zone, should...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/snow-emergency-canceled-for-tonight-february-17-2023/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Feb 2023 16:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/snow-emergency-canceled-for-tonight-february-17-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway on the Governor's Budget Address]]></title><description><![CDATA[I want to commend Governor Evers on his proposed budget, which will strengthen our communities, invest in our residents and move Wisconsin forward.<br />
For too long our local governments have been operating under severe state revenue limits and diminishing state assistance. I am grateful that both the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-on-the-governors-budget-address/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2023 03:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-on-the-governors-budget-address/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway Participates in “Communities in Action: Building A Better Wisconsin” Event at the White House]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Thursday, February 16, Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway will join other Wisconsinites for a &ldquo;Communities in Action: Building a Better Wisconsin&rdquo; event at the White House. Community leaders from around the state will share ways the Biden/Harris Economic Plan has positively impacted the daily lives of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-participates-in-communities-in-action-building-a-better-wisconsin-event-at-the-white-house/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2023 01:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-participates-in-communities-in-action-building-a-better-wisconsin-event-at-the-white-house/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Participates in “Communities in Action: Building A Better Wisconsin” Event at the White House]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Thursday, February 16, Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway will join other Wisconsinites for a &ldquo;Communities in Action: Building a Better Wisconsin&rdquo; event at the White House. Community leaders from around the state will share ways the Biden/Harris Economic Plan has positively impacted the daily lives of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-participates-in-communities-in-action-building-a-better-wisconsin-event-at-the-white-house/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2023 01:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-participates-in-communities-in-action-building-a-better-wisconsin-event-at-the-white-house/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Starting February 20: Television &amp; Computer Recycling Free at Streets Division Drop-off Sites for Madison Residents]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is thrilled to announce that starting on Monday, February 20, 2023 the Streets Division will stop charging recycling fees for televisions, computers, laptops, and monitors.<br />
This change will be in effect from February 20, 2023 until the end of the year.<br />
These items will be...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/starting-february-20-television-amp-computer-recycling-free-at-streets-division-drop-off-sites-for-madison-residents/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2023 14:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/starting-february-20-television-amp-computer-recycling-free-at-streets-division-drop-off-sites-for-madison-residents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Data Shows Significant Decline in Traffic Fatalities and Serious Injuries in Madison for Two Consecutive Years since Initiation of Vision Zero Program]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Coronavirus (COVID 19) pandemic that created a worldwide heath emergency also brought a traffic safety crisis to the United States, and to Madison.<br />
In the summer of 2020, Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway and the Common Council started Madison&rsquo;s Vision Zero initiative to combat the sharp spike in...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/data-shows-significant-decline-in-traffic-fatalities-and-serious-injuries-in-madison-for-two-consecutive-years-since-initiation-of-vision-zero-program/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2023 17:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/data-shows-significant-decline-in-traffic-fatalities-and-serious-injuries-in-madison-for-two-consecutive-years-since-initiation-of-vision-zero-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Isthmus Safety Initiative Aims to Keep Downtown Madison Safe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is leading a new, collaborative approach to preventing crime in downtown Madison.<br />
&ldquo;The State Street area is a vibrant gathering place where people come to be entertained and enjoy everything that Madison has to offer. We want to keep it that way. That&rsquo;s where...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/isthmus-safety-initiative-aims-to-keep-downtown-madison-safe/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2023 15:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/isthmus-safety-initiative-aims-to-keep-downtown-madison-safe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chief Barnes encouraged by progress in 2022, looks forward to year ahead]]></title><description><![CDATA[Violent crimes are trending in an encouraging direction, according to data released by Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes during the 2023 State of Public Safety Address.<br />
In order to achieve this goal, the department has remained focused on the three core priorities of 21st Century Policing: crime...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/chief-barnes-encouraged-by-progress-in-2022-looks-forward-to-year-ahead/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Feb 2023 19:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/chief-barnes-encouraged-by-progress-in-2022-looks-forward-to-year-ahead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City Launches Bilingual Community Connector Program for Increased Language Access and Equity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enoch Melgarejo and Holly Chen have joined the Department of Civil Rights as Bilingual Community Connectors in the City of Madison&rsquo;s new Community Connector Program, one of the few government programs of this kind in the country.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
&ldquo;We want all residents and visitors to be able to access the many...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-launches-bilingual-community-connector-program-for-increased-language-access-and-equity/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2023 20:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-launches-bilingual-community-connector-program-for-increased-language-access-and-equity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway Statement on Chief Barnes' State of Public Safety Address]]></title><description><![CDATA[I want to thank Chief Barnes for his work to make our community even safer than it already is. He and I both understand that seeing the effects of violence on our neighborhoods or in the news makes us feel unsafe. We know how important it is to both improve safety and to communicate transparently...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-statement-on-chief-barnes-state-of-public-safety-address/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2023 19:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-statement-on-chief-barnes-state-of-public-safety-address/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trash and Recycling Suspended Due to Weather; Drop-off Sites Closing at 11:00am]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division is suspending curbside trash and recycling collection operations due to the slick road conditions. Operators had been out prior to storm, but road conditions are worsening rapidly due to the intensity of the snowfall.<br />
Residents with a scheduled Thursday trash and recycling...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trash-and-recycling-suspended-due-to-weather-drop-off-sites-closing-at-1100am/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2023 16:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trash-and-recycling-suspended-due-to-weather-drop-off-sites-closing-at-1100am/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Concerned about crime? Watch Madison Police Chief deliver the State of Public Safety Address on Friday]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Police Department remains committed to providing the highest level of service to the Madison community. On Friday, Chief Shon Barnes will share some year-end data from 2022 and outline department goals for 2023 during a State of Public Safety Address.<br />
How to Watch<br />
There are multiple...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/concerned-about-crime-watch-madison-police-chief-deliver-the-state-of-public-safety-address-on-friday/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2023 23:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/concerned-about-crime-watch-madison-police-chief-deliver-the-state-of-public-safety-address-on-friday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Interested in a career in law enforcement? Come to our recruitment fair!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Police Department, along with other law enforcement agencies and higher education institutions, is hosting a law enforcement recruitment fair Feb. 16.<br />
Employees from MPD, the Department of Justice, UW-Madison, UW-Platteville and other agencies will have booths at the fair. MPD employees...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/interested-in-a-career-in-law-enforcement-come-to-our-recruitment-fair/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2023 19:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/interested-in-a-career-in-law-enforcement-come-to-our-recruitment-fair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor and Alders Introduce Legislation to Encourage Affordable Housing Development Downtown]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway, along with Alders Patrick Heck, Erik Paulson, Mike Verveer&nbsp;and Jael Currie, will introduce legislation to the Madison Common Council Tuesday that would encourage the development of more affordable housing downtown.<br />
The legislation proposes a change to the zoning ordinance...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-and-alders-introduce-legislation-to-encourage-affordable-housing-development-downtown/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2023 18:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-and-alders-introduce-legislation-to-encourage-affordable-housing-development-downtown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Media Kit Available for 2023 Spring Primary]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2023 Spring Primary Media Kit prepared by the Madison City Clerk's Office is now available to help answer questions about statistics, processes and procedures for the upcoming primary election.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/media-kit-available-for-2023-spring-primary/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2023 18:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/media-kit-available-for-2023-spring-primary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Fire Celebrates Four Sprinkler Saves During Month of January]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Fire Department rang in the new year celebrating four "sprinkler saves," where automatic fire sprinklers were credited with catching and containing fires that occurred in our community. The incidents demonstrate the variety of ways in which sprinklers act to protect lives, support the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-fire-celebrates-four-sprinkler-saves-during-month-of-january/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2023 18:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-fire-celebrates-four-sprinkler-saves-during-month-of-january/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway Urges Working Families to Claim Their Earned Income Tax Credit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mayor Satya-Rhodes Conway is reminding Madison residents who qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) to take the steps necessary to claim their benefits. While the Credit can provide significant cash payments to eligible residents, each year millions of dollars are forfeited because...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-urges-working-families-to-claim-their-earned-income-tax-credit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2023 18:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-urges-working-families-to-claim-their-earned-income-tax-credit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Transit Celebrates Transit Equity Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, February 4, Metro Transit is going to join organizations throughout the country in promoting public transit as both a civil right and a strategy to combat climate change.<br />
Transit Equity Day is a national day of action commemorating the birthday of Rosa Parks by declaring public transit...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-celebrates-transit-equity-day/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2023 21:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-celebrates-transit-equity-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Final Chance to Vote for Snow Plow Names]]></title><description><![CDATA[You have until 8:00pm on Friday, February 3, 2023 to vote in the election to choose the names of four pieces of the snowplowing fleet.<br />
Will the Street&rsquo;s Division&rsquo;s loader that is used in snowplowing be named Giannis Intent-to-Scoop-Snow in honor of the star Milwaukee Bucks basketball player?<br />
Will...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/final-chance-to-vote-for-snow-plow-names/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2023 19:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/final-chance-to-vote-for-snow-plow-names/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monona Terrace Call for Sculpture Artist Submissions]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center in Madison, WI is soliciting submissions for its 2023 sculpture exhibition. We seek works that engage visitors and complement the organic architecture of Wright's glass-centric fa&ccedil;ade.<br />
The exhibition will include five...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/monona-terrace-call-for-sculpture-artist-submissions/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2023 16:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/monona-terrace-call-for-sculpture-artist-submissions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call for Artists: Exhibition Application for Madison Public Library 2023-2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Bubbler at Madison Public Library is looking for artists to display their art in Madison&rsquo;s libraries from summer 2023 through summer 2024 through a new selection process that will set exhibitions in all libraries for the year.<br />
&ldquo;We&rsquo;re excited to pilot this new process and have one application...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/call-for-artists-exhibition-application-for-madison-public-library-2023-2024/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2023 16:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/call-for-artists-exhibition-application-for-madison-public-library-2023-2024/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City's Partnership with Project Home Will Lead to More Home Renovations for Low-to-Moderate Income Families]]></title><description><![CDATA[Having partnered with the City of Madison for years to help low-to-moderate income families affordably rehabilitate their homes, Project Home is excited to lead the way in supporting even more residents make both minor and major home repairs.<br />
In addition to continuing its Minor Home Repair Program...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/citys-partnership-with-project-home-will-lead-to-more-home-renovations-for-low-to-moderate-income-families/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2023 20:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/citys-partnership-with-project-home-will-lead-to-more-home-renovations-for-low-to-moderate-income-families/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snow Emergency Continues Tonight; Overnight Alternate Side Parking Rules in Effect Citywide]]></title><description><![CDATA[A snow emergency remains in effect for the City of Madison tonight, January 30, 2023.<br />
When parking your vehicle this evening, please choose off-street parking options. Overnight crews are again working on clearing snow from roadways that has been blocked by parked cars during previous attempts at...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/snow-emergency-continues-tonight-overnight-alternate-side-parking-rules-in-effect-citywide/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2023 16:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/snow-emergency-continues-tonight-overnight-alternate-side-parking-rules-in-effect-citywide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Declares Snow Emergency; Overnight Alternate Side Parking Rules In Effect Citywide]]></title><description><![CDATA[A snow emergency has also been declared for the evening of January 29, 2023. Alternate side parking rules will be in effect for the entire City of Madison for the next two evenings to assist with clearing the roads.<br />
Clean-up from yesterday&rsquo;s significant snowstorm will continue through the day and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-declares-snow-emergency-overnight-alternate-side-parking-rules-in-effect-citywide/</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jan 2023 17:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-declares-snow-emergency-overnight-alternate-side-parking-rules-in-effect-citywide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community support: Resources available following release of video in Tyre Nichols' case]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Police Department is sharing a list of community support available following the release of police video in the Tyre Nichols&rsquo; case.<br />
Our department shares your anger in seeing another person robbed of their life and dignity by a senseless act committed by those in our profession.<br />
We know...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/community-support-resources-available-following-release-of-video-in-tyre-nichols-case/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2023 22:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/community-support-resources-available-following-release-of-video-in-tyre-nichols-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statement by Mayor Rhodes-Conway on Death of Tyre Nichols]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public trust is the cornerstone of public safety and justice. Once again, that trust has been broken. Tyre Nichols' murder, after a simple traffic stop, tells us that each city across our nation must do more to ensure that our criminal justice system lives up to the promise of equal treatment under...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-by-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-death-of-tyre-nichols/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2023 21:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-by-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-death-of-tyre-nichols/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chief Barnes issues statement ahead of police video release in Tyre Nichols' case]]></title><description><![CDATA[In 2020, we all watched in disbelief as the failures of leadership and training, and a lack of human decency led to the murder of Mr. George Floyd in Minneapolis. I fear today we will watch with the same disbelief as police officers similarly strip Tyre Nichols in Memphis of his human dignity and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/chief-barnes-issues-statement-ahead-of-police-video-release-in-tyre-nichols-case/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2023 17:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/chief-barnes-issues-statement-ahead-of-police-video-release-in-tyre-nichols-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plow Name Election Ends February, 3, 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Streets and Engineering Divisions and Wisconsin Salt Wise&rsquo;s contest to name four pieces of the City&rsquo;s snowplowing fleet ends at 8:00pm on Friday, February 3.<br />
The election is at www.wisaltwise.com/NameThesePlows.<br />
The finalist names have something for everyone. From classic...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/plow-name-election-ends-february-3-2023/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2023 15:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/plow-name-election-ends-february-3-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hours changing for fingerprinting services through MPD]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Police Department is changing the hours it will offer fingerprinting services to the public.<br />
Starting in February, this service will only be offered on Wednesdays and Fridays between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m.<br />
Record Services staff offers fingerprinting for the general public or those applying...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/hours-changing-for-fingerprinting-services-through-mpd/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2023 20:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/hours-changing-for-fingerprinting-services-through-mpd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Call for Artists: Our Town Everywhere Self-Portraits Project with The Bubbler at Madison Public Library]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI --&nbsp;The Bubbler at Madison Public Library is looking for artists to help facilitate an exciting new project called Our Town Everywhere: A Self-Portrait of Madison. This unique portrait-making project will take place throughout 2023 and across the city of Madison.<br />
"Libraries create...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/call-for-artists-our-town-everywhere-self-portraits-project-with-the-bubbler-at-madison-public-library/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2023 18:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/call-for-artists-our-town-everywhere-self-portraits-project-with-the-bubbler-at-madison-public-library/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2023 Spring Primary Election]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Spring Primary is on Feb. 21, 2023.<br />
In Wisconsin, a Spring Primary is necessary when more than two people declare they are running for the same non-partisan office that is up for election in the Spring Election.<br />
There are several offices that will be on the ballot in February:Supreme Court...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2023-spring-primary-election/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2023 16:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2023-spring-primary-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Next John Nolen Drive Public Information Meeting: Feb. 23]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison invites the community to the next public information meeting for the upcoming reconstruction for John Nolen Drive.<br />
The next meeting will include a review of design alternatives, possible schedule and overview of the project process. The City of Madison Engineering Division will...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/next-john-nolen-drive-public-information-meeting-feb-23/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2023 16:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/next-john-nolen-drive-public-information-meeting-feb-23/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MPD hosts chili cook-off to benefit families of fallen officers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meat, beans and spice! More than a dozen employees participated in the Madison Police Department&rsquo;s first chili cook-off fundraiser!<br />
Each police captain or civilian manager nominated an employee to represent their unit within the department.<br />
&ldquo;We have six different districts. Officers go a long time...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mpd-hosts-chili-cook-off-to-benefit-families-of-fallen-officers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2023 02:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mpd-hosts-chili-cook-off-to-benefit-families-of-fallen-officers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New South Madison Tax Incremental Financing District Proposed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is seeking approval of a new Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district (TID 51) that will provide an estimated $115 million in financial support, including $99 million in TIF funding, for South Madison.<br />
The proposed TID is generally bounded by Fish Hatchery Road, Wingra Creek, John...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/new-south-madison-tax-incremental-financing-district-proposed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2023 23:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/new-south-madison-tax-incremental-financing-district-proposed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City Engineering Launches New Program to Grow Workforce]]></title><description><![CDATA[The application is now open for the City of Madison Engineering Division&rsquo;s newest infrastructure program, Madison Infrastructure Training - Engineering Program, also known as the MI-TE Program.<br />
The MI-TE Program is a paid, six-month-long program, where trainees learn in the classroom and hands-on...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-engineering-launches-new-program-to-grow-workforce/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2023 18:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-engineering-launches-new-program-to-grow-workforce/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Use Less Salt: Celebrate Wisconsin Salt Awareness Week 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Engineering and Streets divisions, in partnership with Wisconsin Salt Wise, invites the community to join in on Wisconsin Salt Awareness Week, Jan. 23-27, 2023 to learn about the impacts of salt on our environment and take part in some fun events focused around salt use...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/use-less-salt-celebrate-wisconsin-salt-awareness-week-2023/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2023 19:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/use-less-salt-celebrate-wisconsin-salt-awareness-week-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[“It’s a Big Deal” -- President Biden Mentions Madison in Recent White House Speech]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Friday, President Biden gave a speech to the US Conference of Mayors at the White House, which included an unexpected pat on the back to Madison for the city's efforts to improve the climate and public health with the purchase of 46 electric buses. (See the link to the video on right.)<br />
"I am...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/its-a-big-deal-president-biden-mentions-madison-in-recent-white-house-speech/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2023 17:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/its-a-big-deal-president-biden-mentions-madison-in-recent-white-house-speech/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It’s Plow Naming Election Day!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, January 23, 2023, the election to choose the names of the Streets and Engineering Division&rsquo;s plowing vehicles begins on the Wisconsin Salt Wise webpage.<br />
The election will be available from January 23 until February 3, 2023 at 8:00pm.<br />
The opening of the election corresponds with Wisconsin...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/its-plow-naming-election-day/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2023 15:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/its-plow-naming-election-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Winter Fun in Madison Parks This Weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Parks, in collaboration with Dane County Parks is offering a permit-free weekend on Saturday and Sunday, January 21 and 22, 2023. Permits are typically required for dogs in parks, designated cross-country ski trails, accessing the lakes and disc golfing. This weekend, enjoy these activities...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/winter-fun-in-madison-parks-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2023 19:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/winter-fun-in-madison-parks-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A New Model for City Planning – Madison Kicks off West and Northeast Area Plans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Planning efforts are underway by the City of Madison to help shape the future of our west and northeast neighborhoods. It's&nbsp;part of a larger initiative&nbsp;to build better communities through the City's recently approved&nbsp;Planning Framework. The Northeast Area Plan and&nbsp;West Area Plan will be the first...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/a-new-model-for-city-planning-madison-kicks-off-west-and-northeast-area-plans/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2023 22:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/a-new-model-for-city-planning-madison-kicks-off-west-and-northeast-area-plans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lake Monona Waterfront Design Challenge Presentations hosted by Madison Parks]]></title><description><![CDATA[1.7 miles of lakeshore. Three world-class design teams. A new vision for Madison&rsquo;s connection to Lake Monona. Make plans to join us on Thursday, January 26 as the three design teams present their master plan options live and in person at Madison Central Library.<br />
The Lake Monona Waterfront Design...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lake-monona-waterfront-design-challenge-presentations-hosted-by-madison-parks/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2023 20:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lake-monona-waterfront-design-challenge-presentations-hosted-by-madison-parks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Request Absentee Ballots for 2023 Elections]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison has two elections scheduled in 2023. The Spring Primary will take place on Feb. 21, 2023, and the Spring Election will occur on Apr. 4, 2023. The City of Madison Clerk&rsquo;s Office suggests you request your absentee ballots now if voting absentee by mail is in your voting plan for...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/request-absentee-ballots-for-2023-elections/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2023 17:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/request-absentee-ballots-for-2023-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plow Naming Suggestions Opportunity Has Ended; Election Begins January 23, 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[The opportunity to submit a name (or names) for the Streets and Engineering Division snow removal equipment is over. The opportunity submit names ended at 4:00pm today, Friday, January 13, 2023.<br />
Staff will take the next week to decide on the 10 finalists for each piece of equipment from the over 1,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/plow-naming-suggestions-opportunity-has-ended-election-begins-january-23-2023/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2023 23:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/plow-naming-suggestions-opportunity-has-ended-election-begins-january-23-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Last Chance to Submit Names for the Plows!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madisonians, you are running out of time. You have until 4:00pm, Friday, January 13, 2023, to submit your name suggestions for the Streets and Engineering Divisions snow removal equipment.<br />
Photos and descriptions of the four vehicles available for naming can be found on the Streets Division&rsquo;s &ldquo;Name...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/last-chance-to-submit-names-for-the-plows/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2023 20:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/last-chance-to-submit-names-for-the-plows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Clerk’s Office Moving Temporarily to the  Madison Municipal Building]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Clerk&rsquo;s Office will be moving temporarily to the Madison Municipal Building, Room 153, 215 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Madison, WI 53703. This move is required while the permanent office in the City-County Building is remodeled.<br />
To accommodate construction needs for the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-clerks-office-moving-temporarily-to-the-madison-municipal-building/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2023 19:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-clerks-office-moving-temporarily-to-the-madison-municipal-building/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Transit Announces New Staff Chiefs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Metro is excited to announce the hiring of several new chief positions to oversee the implementation of its complete redesign of service in June as well as a new BRT system planned for 2024.<br />
Chief Administration Officer<br />
Rachel Johnson joins the Metro team as the Chief Administration Officer to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-announces-new-staff-chiefs/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2023 21:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-announces-new-staff-chiefs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor and Alders Introduce Program to Save Energy and Cut Carbon Pollution in Commercial Buildings]]></title><description><![CDATA[&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
Last week, Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway and Alders Tag Evers, Regina Vidaver, and Grant Foster introduced legislation to advance the Building Energy Savings Program (BESP). The program aims to help commercial building owners increase the energy efficiency of their...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-and-alders-introduce-program-to-save-energy-and-cut-carbon-pollution-in-commercial-buildings/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2023 18:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-and-alders-introduce-program-to-save-energy-and-cut-carbon-pollution-in-commercial-buildings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Invisible Threat: Test Your Home for Radon This Winter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the past three years, testing revealed that roughly half of the homes tested in Dane County had high levels of radon. Radon is a radioactive gas common throughout Wisconsin, that can&rsquo;t be seen, smelled, or tasted, even at high levels, making it an invisible threat to your health.<br />
&ldquo;Radon comes...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-invisible-threat-test-your-home-for-radon-this-winter/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2023 15:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-invisible-threat-test-your-home-for-radon-this-winter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Resumes from Former Elected Officials Received for District 12 Common Council Vacancy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council President Keith Furman received two (2) resumes from former elected officials to fill the Alder District 12 vacancy by the 4:30pm deadline on January 6, 2023. None of the applicants are running for a full term in the Spring 2023 election.<br />
The following individuals will be invited to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/two-resumes-from-former-elected-officials-received-for-district-12-common-council-vacancy/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Jan 2023 00:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/two-resumes-from-former-elected-officials-received-for-district-12-common-council-vacancy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--West Wilson Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Wilson Street will be fully closed between South Hamilton Street and South Carroll Street for a crane setup at 131 West Wilson Street on Sunday, January 8.<br />
The closure is scheduled for Sunday only&mdash;6:00 a.m. to approximately 5:00 p.m.<br />
Local access will be maintained to driveways on either side...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-west-wilson-street/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2023 18:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-west-wilson-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snow Equipment Name Suggestions Window Closes Next Week]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first phase of the contest to name snow removal vehicles from the Streets and Engineering Divisions ends next week.<br />
You have until Friday, January 13 at 4:00pm to submit your names so they can be considered for the final election.<br />
So far, over 550 unique names have been submitted. They have...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/snow-equipment-name-suggestions-window-closes-next-week/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2023 17:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/snow-equipment-name-suggestions-window-closes-next-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statement of Mayor Rhodes-Conway Regarding Council Approval of  Madison’s Complete Green Streets Policy]]></title><description><![CDATA[This week, the Madison Common Council approved the new Complete Green Streets policy. The Complete Green Streets approach provides a consistent process for planning, designing, building, and operating streets in a way that better reflects our community values while increasing safety and equity....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-regarding-council-approval-of-madisons-complete-green-streets-policy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2023 18:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-regarding-council-approval-of-madisons-complete-green-streets-policy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Candidate Filing Deadline Extended for Fourteenth Aldermanic District]]></title><description><![CDATA[The deadline to file papers to run for Alderperson in City of Madison District 14 has been extended to 5:00 pm Friday, Jan. 6.<br />
The filing deadline is extended 72 hours when an incumbent not running for re-election does not file a declaration of non-candidacy.&nbsp; Although district boundaries have...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/candidate-filing-deadline-extended-for-fourteenth-aldermanic-district/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2023 17:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/candidate-filing-deadline-extended-for-fourteenth-aldermanic-district/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Candidate Filing Deadline Extended for First Aldermanic District]]></title><description><![CDATA[The deadline to file papers to run for Alderperson in City of Madison District 1 has been extended to 5:00 pm Friday, Jan. 6.<br />
The filing deadline is extended 72 hours when an incumbent not running for re-election does not file a declaration of non-candidacy.&nbsp; Although district boundaries have...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/candidate-filing-deadline-extended-for-first-aldermanic-district/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2023 16:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/candidate-filing-deadline-extended-for-first-aldermanic-district/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Common Council Unanimously Passes Elected and Appointed Official Code of Ethical Conduct]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, January 3, 2023, the Madison Common Council adopted the Elected and Appointed Official Code of Ethical Conduct. The Code is designed to communicate the expectation that City elected and appointed officials shall treat City staff, the public, and each other equitably and with dignity at...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/common-council-unanimously-passes-elected-and-appointed-official-code-of-ethical-conduct/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2023 02:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/common-council-unanimously-passes-elected-and-appointed-official-code-of-ethical-conduct/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Name These Plows!: City Launches Naming Contest for Snow Removal Equipment]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Engineering and Streets Divisions, and Wisconsin Salt Wise, ask residents to help name four pieces of snow removal equipment.<br />
Modern snow-fighting tools are designed to efficiently remove as much snow as possible from streets and sidewalks, and they can help minimize the use...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/name-these-plows-city-launches-naming-contest-for-snow-removal-equipment/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2023 21:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/name-these-plows-city-launches-naming-contest-for-snow-removal-equipment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reduced Service on January 2]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saturday, December 31Buses follow regular Saturday schedules on New Year's Eve.<br />
Route 80 operates regular Weekend Recess schedule.<br />
Routes 81-84 do not operate.<br />
There is no free or extended service.Sunday, January 1Buses follow regular Sunday schedules.<br />
Route 80 operates regular Weekend Recess...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/reduced-service-on-january-2/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2022 20:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/reduced-service-on-january-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Several Properties Damaged From Burst Pipes and Water Leaks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recent weather events resulting in extremely cold temperatures and wind chills, followed by a warming temperatures, are leading to the discovery of burst pipes and water leaks across Madison. Over the past several days, the Madison Fire Department responded to at least 30 incidents involving...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/several-properties-damaged-from-burst-pipes-and-water-leaks/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2022 19:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/several-properties-damaged-from-burst-pipes-and-water-leaks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 2023 Neighborhood Grant Program is Now Open!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ujamaa Business Association, a support organization for Black entrepreneurs in Madison, was able to more than double their core membership and host over 100 engagements with help from the city's Neighborhood Grant Program. Ujamaa founder and director, Tara Wilhelmi, is fulfilling a dream and goal...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-2023-neighborhood-grant-program-is-now-open/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2022 19:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-2023-neighborhood-grant-program-is-now-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Trash &amp; Recycling Collection on Monday, January 2, 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[In observance of the New Year&rsquo;s Day holiday, the Streets Division will not be performing trash, recycling, large item, or other solid waste collections on Monday, January 2, 2023.<br />
Streets Division offices and drop-off sites will also be closed on this date.<br />
Trash &amp; Recycling Collection<br />
If your...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-trash-amp-recycling-collection-on-monday-january-2-2023/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2022 17:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-trash-amp-recycling-collection-on-monday-january-2-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drop-off Sites Resume Operation Today and They Will Be Open Wednesday, December 28, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division drop-off sites at 402 South Point Rd and 4602 Sycamore Avenue have resumed operations today, December 27, 2022 following the weather and holiday related closures. The sites will be open 7:30am to 2:30pm, which is the normal winter hours for the drop-off sites.<br />
The sites will be...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/drop-off-sites-resume-operation-today-and-they-will-be-open-wednesday-december-28-2022/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2022 16:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/drop-off-sites-resume-operation-today-and-they-will-be-open-wednesday-december-28-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Residents Given More Time To Clear Snow From Sidewalks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Due to extreme weather conditions expected to continue through Saturday, the City is extending its deadline for public sidewalk clearing. Residents and property owners will now have until noon Sunday, December 25th to clear snow accumulation.<br />
&ldquo;We don&rsquo;t want anyone risk getting hurt trying to avoid...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/residents-given-more-time-to-clear-snow-from-sidewalks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2022 17:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/residents-given-more-time-to-clear-snow-from-sidewalks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All Madison Streets to be Plowed; No Snow Emergency Declared]]></title><description><![CDATA[All City of Madison of Madison streets will be plowed starting at midnight.<br />
Please choose off-street parking options tonight as fewer obstructions in the roads assists with plowing operations. Remember, if you do not park within the snow emergency zone, you must follow alternate side parking rules...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/all-madison-streets-to-be-plowed-no-snow-emergency-declared/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Dec 2022 23:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/all-madison-streets-to-be-plowed-no-snow-emergency-declared/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Schedules Reduced December 24 through December 26]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, December 24 through Sunday, December 25, Metro service ends at approximately 6:00 PMBuses follow Saturday schedules on December 24 and Sunday schedules on December 25.<br />
Route 80 follows weekend recess schedules.Service ENDS EARLY on both dates.&nbsp;The majority of last trips leave...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-schedules-reduced-december-24-through-december-26/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Dec 2022 23:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-schedules-reduced-december-24-through-december-26/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All Madison Public Libraries Closing at 2pm on Thursday, December 22 and Closed on Friday, December 23]]></title><description><![CDATA[All Madison Public Library locations are closing at 2pm on Thursday, December 22 due to extreme weather conditions and will remain closed through Monday, December 26. Libraries will reopen regularly scheduled hours on Tuesday, December 27.<br />
All library events and all community events held in Madison...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/all-madison-public-libraries-closing-at-2pm-on-thursday-december-22-and-closed-on-friday-december-23/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Dec 2022 20:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/all-madison-public-libraries-closing-at-2pm-on-thursday-december-22-and-closed-on-friday-december-23/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All Madison Public Libraries Closing at 2pm on Thursday, December 22]]></title><description><![CDATA[All Madison Public Library locations will close early on Thursday, December 22 due to predicted extreme weather conditions. All library events and all community events held in Madison Public Libraries after 2pm will be canceled.<br />
Library customers may use the library remotely by using LINKcat to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/all-madison-public-libraries-closing-at-2pm-on-thursday-december-22/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Dec 2022 01:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/all-madison-public-libraries-closing-at-2pm-on-thursday-december-22/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City Offices Adjust Schedules for Inclement Weather]]></title><description><![CDATA[As winter weather worsens, particularly over the next two days, there will be changes in City office staffing.<br />
On Thursday, December 22, offices will close to the public at 2:00 pm. We are expecting heavy snow with increasing winds. On Friday, December 23, offices will be closed to the public all...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-offices-adjust-schedules-for-inclement-weather/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2022 22:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-offices-adjust-schedules-for-inclement-weather/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bringing Their Ideas to the Library]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- Library Takeover is an opportunity to support communities in making their ideas happen at the library. Three teams have been selected to host community events in library spaces next year.<br />
Every year, Madison Public Library opens its doors to three teams of 3-4 people who take their...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/bringing-their-ideas-to-the-library/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2022 22:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/bringing-their-ideas-to-the-library/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trash &amp; Recycling Collection Suspended for Friday, December 23, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[Due to the extreme winds forecast for Friday and the snowstorm clean-up operations anticipated to also occur, trash and recycling collection will be suspended for Friday, December 23, 2022.<br />
Residents who have a scheduled collection day for Friday, December 23, 2022 should instead place their carts...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trash-amp-recycling-collection-suspended-for-friday-december-23-2022/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2022 16:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trash-amp-recycling-collection-suspended-for-friday-december-23-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Streets Division Drop-off Sites Closed December 22, 2022 and December 23, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[Due to the inclement weather, the Streets Division drop-off sites at 402 South Point Rd and 4602 Sycamore Ave will be closed on Thursday, December 2022 and Friday, December 23, 2022. Staff assigned to drop-off site operations will instead be used in response to the snowstorm.<br />
The drop-off sites...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-drop-off-sites-closed-december-22-2022-and-december-23-2022/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2022 16:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-drop-off-sites-closed-december-22-2022-and-december-23-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Winter Break Activities at Madison Public Library]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- Madison Public Library&rsquo;s We Read program is celebrating the joy of reading this winter with activities, programs and take-home kits for kids and families.<br />
&ldquo;While schools are closed, the library will be bustling with engaging activities to keep your kids learning, playing and growing...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/winter-break-activities-at-madison-public-library/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Dec 2022 17:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/winter-break-activities-at-madison-public-library/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Regularly Scheduled Monday Collections Will Occur on Tuesday, December 27]]></title><description><![CDATA[In observance of the Christmas holiday, the Streets Division regularly scheduled trash, recycling, large item, or other solid waste collections for Monday, December 26, 2022 will instead occur on Tuesday, December 27, 2022.<br />
Streets Division offices and drop-off sites will also be closed on Monday,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/regularly-scheduled-monday-collections-will-occur-on-tuesday-december-27/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2022 19:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/regularly-scheduled-monday-collections-will-occur-on-tuesday-december-27/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Trash &amp; Recycling Collection on Monday, December 26, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[In observance of the Christmas holiday, the Streets Division will not be performing trash, recycling, large item, or other solid waste collections on Monday, December 26, 2022.<br />
Streets Division offices and drop-off sites will also be closed on Monday, December 26, 2022.<br />
Trash &amp; Recycling...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-trash-amp-recycling-collection-on-monday-december-26-2022/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2022 19:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-trash-amp-recycling-collection-on-monday-december-26-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Streets Division Drop-off Sites Resume Operations Today, December 16, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division drop-off sites at 402 South Point Rd and 4602 Sycamore Ave are open today, Friday, December 16, 2022 for the regular posted winter hours.<br />
The sites were closed on Thursday, December 15 due to the timing and severity of the winter storm that required staff typically attending to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-drop-off-sites-resume-operations-today-december-16-2022/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2022 15:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-drop-off-sites-resume-operations-today-december-16-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City Updates Salt Use Ordinance for Public Sidewalks, Lots]]></title><description><![CDATA[Property owners will need to remove snow and ice as usual from public sidewalks and lots on their property after each snow and/or ice event, but now could possibly face a new fine.<br />
The City of Madison new ordinance amended the existing snow and ice removal ordinance. The new change limits the use...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-updates-salt-use-ordinance-for-public-sidewalks-lots/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2022 16:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-updates-salt-use-ordinance-for-public-sidewalks-lots/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Climate Mayors Announces New Chair, Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway]]></title><description><![CDATA[December 14, 2022 &mdash; Today, at a virtual convening of the organization&rsquo;s leadership and press,<br />
Climate Mayors announced that Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway will become the next<br />
Chair of the network of nearly 500 U.S. mayors across the country committed to climate<br />
leadership in their cities. In...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/climate-mayors-announces-new-chair-madison-mayor-satya-rhodes-conway/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2022 16:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/climate-mayors-announces-new-chair-madison-mayor-satya-rhodes-conway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solid Waste Collection Will Have Delayed Start &amp; Drop-off Sites Closed]]></title><description><![CDATA[All City of Madison Streets will be plowed starting at 7:00am today, December 15, 2022. Additional details about snowplowing operations can be found at www.cityofmadison.com/Winter.<br />
Trash and recycling collection will occur as scheduled today, however, crews will begin their work later this morning...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/solid-waste-collection-will-have-delayed-start-amp-drop-off-sites-closed/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Dec 2022 13:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/solid-waste-collection-will-have-delayed-start-amp-drop-off-sites-closed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Multiple goals met during 2022 Summer Strategic Plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Police Department met several of its crime reduction goals outlined in the 2022 Summer Strategic Plan.<br />
This year, the department was focused on reducing shots fired calls, stolen auto incidents and hazardous driving, specifically on the Beltline, Mineral Point Road and East Washington...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/multiple-goals-met-during-2022-summer-strategic-plan/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2022 22:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/multiple-goals-met-during-2022-summer-strategic-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Update on District 12 Common Council Vacancy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council President Keith Furman received four (4) resumes to fill the Aldermanic District 12 vacancy by the 4:30 pm deadline on December 13, 2022. Three out of the four applicants indicated they intended to run for a full term in the upcoming Spring Election.<br />
On November 24, Alder Syed Abbas...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/update-on-district-12-common-council-vacancy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2022 19:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/update-on-district-12-common-council-vacancy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Silver Santa Event Celebrate Seniors This Holiday Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the second year in a row, The Madison Senior Center will be hosting a Silver Santa event, celebrating the holiday season and the older adults who make our community so special. The City recognizes that many seniors spend the holidays alone, and may not otherwise have the opportunity to open a...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/silver-santa-event-celebrate-seniors-this-holiday-season/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2022 22:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/silver-santa-event-celebrate-seniors-this-holiday-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lakeview Library Closed December 12 Due to Power Outage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lakeview Library (2845 N. Sherman Ave.) is closed due to a power outage. All programs for the day have been canceled.<br />
Library customers who cannot visit another library may use the library remotely by using LINKcat to place holds, check library card records, or renew items. Library items may also...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lakeview-library-closed-december-12-due-to-power-outage/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2022 19:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lakeview-library-closed-december-12-due-to-power-outage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snow Emergency Canceled for Tonight, December 11, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The snow emergency for the evening of December 11, 2022 into the morning of December 12, 2022 has been canceled.<br />
Individuals who park within the Snow Emergency Zone do not need to follow alternate side parking restrictions this evening.<br />
If you park outside of the Snow Emergency Zone, should...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/snow-emergency-canceled-for-tonight-december-11-2022/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Dec 2022 16:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/snow-emergency-canceled-for-tonight-december-11-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snow Emergency Parking Rules In Effect Tonight, December 10, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison snow emergency parking rules will be in effect tonight, December 10, 2022 and into the early morning of December 11, 2022.<br />
Alternate side parking will be in effect throughout the entire City of Madison this evening, including the Snow Emergency Zone.<br />
When snow emergency parking...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/snow-emergency-parking-rules-in-effect-tonight-december-10-2022/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Dec 2022 16:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/snow-emergency-parking-rules-in-effect-tonight-december-10-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Membership and leadership changes at the Police Civilian Oversight Board]]></title><description><![CDATA[At their December 8, 2022, meeting, the Police Civilian Oversight Board (PCOB) said goodbye to some of its inaugural members, acknowledged and thanked outgoing members and leadership, and said hello to five new Board members and the new Independent Police Monitor. This was the first in-person...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/membership-and-leadership-changes-at-the-police-civilian-oversight-board/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2022 22:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/membership-and-leadership-changes-at-the-police-civilian-oversight-board/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All Madison Streets to be Plowed; Snow Emergency Parking Rules in Effect Starting Evening of December 10, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[All City of Madison streets will be plowed today, December 9, 2022. Plowing began at 3:00pm and it will take approximately 12 to 14 hours before all City of Madison streets receive their initial plowing. More information about the plowing operations can be found in the Snow Plow Update found at www...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/all-madison-streets-to-be-plowed-snow-emergency-parking-rules-in-effect-starting-evening-of-december-10-2022/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2022 20:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/all-madison-streets-to-be-plowed-snow-emergency-parking-rules-in-effect-starting-evening-of-december-10-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Snowfall is a Good Reminder to Make Sure Your Home is Winter Ready!]]></title><description><![CDATA[We can all agree, Wisconsin winters are beautiful. While this is true, snow and frigid temperatures are a good reminder&nbsp;for home and business owners to make sure their water pipes are protected from freezing or bursting.<br />
Water meters and pipes:Double-check outdoor hose bibs to make sure all hoses...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/snowfall-is-a-good-reminder-to-make-sure-your-home-is-winter-ready/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2022 20:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/snowfall-is-a-good-reminder-to-make-sure-your-home-is-winter-ready/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway on the Unanimous Passage of Metro Network Redesign and Transportation Demand Management]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonight the Madison Common Council unanimously approved two actions that improve transportation equity and choice in Madison: the Metro Network Redesign, and a Transportation Demand Management ordinance. In response, Mayor Rhodes-Conway made the following statement.<br />
&ldquo;With the final approval for the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-on-the-unanimous-passage-of-metro-network-redesign-and-transportation-demand-management/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Dec 2022 06:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-on-the-unanimous-passage-of-metro-network-redesign-and-transportation-demand-management/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tips for Safe Use of Your Electric Bikes, Scooters, and Skateboards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Is there an electric bicycle, scooter, or skateboard on your holiday shopping list this year? With the growing popularity of these battery-powered devices, the instances of fires related to them have risen nationwide.<br />
The Madison Fire Department and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/tips-for-safe-use-of-your-electric-bikes-scooters-and-skateboards/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2022 22:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/tips-for-safe-use-of-your-electric-bikes-scooters-and-skateboards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Common Council to Vote on Key Affordable Housing Initiatives]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Common Council is set to vote on a number of key spending measures related to affordable housing during its December 6th meeting. The resolutions, brought to the council by the Community Development Division (CDD), and co-sponsored by Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway include $11.3...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/common-council-to-vote-on-key-affordable-housing-initiatives/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2022 20:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/common-council-to-vote-on-key-affordable-housing-initiatives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Parks Moves to Olin Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[Have you heard the news? Madison Parks' downtown offices, located at 210 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, in the City-County Building, have moved! The downtown office is now closed and the new location in Olin Park, 330 E. Lakeside St., 53715 will open on Tuesday, Dec. 6. In the meantime, most staff...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-parks-moves-to-olin-park/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2022 15:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-parks-moves-to-olin-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Fire Marshal Ed Ruckriegel Announces Retirement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ed Ruckriegel, Fire Marshal and Emergency Management Coordinator for the City of Madison, will retire effective December 29, 2022 after 32 years of dedicated service. Ruckriegel came to the City of Madison Fire Department as a Fire Protection Engineer on July 16, 1990. In 1994, he was promoted to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-fire-marshal-ed-ruckriegel-announces-retirement/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2022 17:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-fire-marshal-ed-ruckriegel-announces-retirement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fall Leaf Collection is Complete for 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division&rsquo;s scheduled collection of leaves and yard waste for this fall is now complete.<br />
You should not place yard waste and leaves out for collection again this year. You are no longer guaranteed that the material will be picked up.<br />
Instead, you should take yard waste and leaves to a...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/fall-leaf-collection-is-complete-for-2022/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2022 15:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/fall-leaf-collection-is-complete-for-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Streets Division Drop-off Sites Start Winter Hours on December 5, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Monday, December 5, 2022 the Streets Division drop-off sites at 4602 Sycamore Avenue and 402 South Point Road will be change to winter hours.<br />
This means the sites will be following the below schedule:Monday: 7:30am to 2:30pm<br />
Tuesday: 7:30am to 2:30pm<br />
Wednesday: Closed<br />
Thursday: 7:30am to 2:...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-drop-off-sites-start-winter-hours-on-december-5-2022/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2022 18:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-drop-off-sites-start-winter-hours-on-december-5-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Streets Division Drop-off Sites Closed Saturday, December 3 and Sunday, December 4, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division drop-off sites at 4602 Sycamore Avenue and 402 South Point Road will be closed on Saturday, December 3, 2022 and Sunday, December 4, 2022.<br />
On Monday, December 5, 2022 the drop-off sites will open on winter hours.<br />
During winter hours, the drop-off sites will be open as follows...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-drop-off-sites-closed-saturday-december-3-and-sunday-december-4-2022/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2022 20:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-drop-off-sites-closed-saturday-december-3-and-sunday-december-4-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Temporary Lane Closures on John Nolen Drive, S. Blair Street for Traffic Signal Installation]]></title><description><![CDATA[(MADISON, Wis.)&mdash;In preparation for the Blair Street South project to be finished for this year, the outside lanes for both northbound John Nolen Drive and southbound S. Blair Street will be temporarily closed Dec. 1, 2022, morning through Dec. 2, 2022, afternoon.<br />
The temporary closures will be...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/temporary-lane-closures-on-john-nolen-drive-s-blair-street-for-traffic-signal-installation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2022 19:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/temporary-lane-closures-on-john-nolen-drive-s-blair-street-for-traffic-signal-installation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility in Public Discourse Award Winner is Alexis London]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway announced today that Alexis London is the recipient of the 2022 Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility in Public Discourse Award.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
The award was created by the Common Council to honor Madison residents who exemplify Jeff<br />
Erlanger&rsquo;s model of fairness, openness, and civility in...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/jeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-winner-is-alexis-london/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2022 18:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/jeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-winner-is-alexis-london/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor and Alders Propose to Allow More Development Near High Capacity Transit]]></title><description><![CDATA[At the November 22 Common Council meeting, Alder Heck, Alder Foster, Alder Vidaver&nbsp;and Mayor Rhodes-Conway introduced legislation to promote transit-oriented development along high capacity transit corridors in Madison. Transit-oriented development (TOD) is a pedestrian-oriented, compact, mixed-use...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-and-alders-propose-to-allow-more-development-near-high-capacity-transit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 2022 15:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-and-alders-propose-to-allow-more-development-near-high-capacity-transit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Board Appoints Conor Moran to Lead Madison Public Library Foundation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Public Library Foundation&rsquo;s Board of Directors has named Conor Moran the nonprofit organization&rsquo;s new Executive Director.<br />
Moran&rsquo;s background with leading and nurturing the Wisconsin Book Festival for nearly 10 years &mdash; combined with his deep passion for learning, books and connecting people...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/board-appoints-conor-moran-to-lead-madison-public-library-foundation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2022 22:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/board-appoints-conor-moran-to-lead-madison-public-library-foundation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alder Syed Abbas Announces Resignation from Madison Common Council Effective December 1, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[On November 24, Alder Syed Abbas announced his resignation from the Common Council, effective December 1, 2022.<br />
&ldquo;It has been my great privilege and honor to work with you. Together, we fought against the deployment of the F-35 fighter jets, worked hard to protect our wetlands at Hartmeyer (...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alder-syed-abbas-announces-resignation-from-madison-common-council-effective-december-1-2022/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2022 18:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alder-syed-abbas-announces-resignation-from-madison-common-council-effective-december-1-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Clerk’s Office Named Inaugural U.S. Alliance for Election Excellence Finalist for 2023 Program]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Clerk&rsquo;s Office is a finalist in the nonpartisan U.S. Alliance for Election Excellence inaugural cohort of Centers for Election Excellence, a recognition that the City of Madison is committed to leadership in election administration and looking to develop even more resilient,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-clerks-office-named-inaugural-us-alliance-for-election-excellence-finalist-for-2023-program/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2022 17:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-clerks-office-named-inaugural-us-alliance-for-election-excellence-finalist-for-2023-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Sister City Delegation Headed to Kanifing, The Gambia]]></title><description><![CDATA[This week, Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway will lead a 20-person delegation from Madison, WI to its sister city Kanifing, The Gambia. This trip is coordinated by the Mayor&rsquo;s Office, Office of State Representative Samba Baldeh, the Madison-Kanifing Sister City group and partners in The Gambia, including...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-sister-city-delegation-headed-to-kanifing-the-gambia/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2022 16:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-sister-city-delegation-headed-to-kanifing-the-gambia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olin Avenue Drop-off Site Closed for 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division drop-off site at 121 E. Olin Avenue is now closed for the remainder of 2022.<br />
The site will reopen in the spring of 2023.<br />
The official opening date will be available at a later time.<br />
Use Other Drop-off Sites<br />
Two other Streets Division drop-off sites will be available during the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/olin-avenue-drop-off-site-closed-for-2022/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2022 16:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/olin-avenue-drop-off-site-closed-for-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison is a Top 10 Digital City!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is a Top 10 2022 Digital Cities Survey winner! Placing sixth in the 250,000-499,999 population category, the Center for Digital Government recognized Madison for enhancing transparency, expanding digital inclusion and resident engagement, and growing a digital workplace in the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-is-a-top-10-digital-city/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2022 21:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-is-a-top-10-digital-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reduced Service on November 24 &amp; 25]]></title><description><![CDATA[Due to reduced ridership over Thanksgiving, Metro's service is reduced on Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25.<br />
On Thursday, November 24, buses follow HOLIDAY schedules on the following routes:<br />
2,&nbsp;4,&nbsp;5,&nbsp;6,&nbsp;7,&nbsp;8,&nbsp;13,&nbsp;16,&nbsp;17,&nbsp;18,&nbsp;20,&nbsp;21,&nbsp;22,&nbsp;26,&nbsp;30,&nbsp;31,&nbsp;32,&nbsp;36,&nbsp;40,&nbsp;50,&nbsp;51,&nbsp;59,&nbsp;63,&nbsp;67&nbsp;and&nbsp;68...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/reduced-service-on-november-24-amp-25/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2022 18:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/reduced-service-on-november-24-amp-25/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison CARES, City’s Mobile Emergency Service for Behavior Health Calls, Releases End-of-Year Report]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison&rsquo;s Community Alternative Response for Emergency Services (CARES) program is a mobile response team for behavioral health emergencies. The CARES program was launched in September of 2021 and is now releasing an end-of-year report and hosting a public meeting for community input on the program...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-cares-citys-mobile-emergency-service-for-behavior-health-calls-releases-end-of-year-report/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-cares-citys-mobile-emergency-service-for-behavior-health-calls-releases-end-of-year-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Streets Division Drop-off Sites Final Weekend for 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison drop-off sites are entering their final weekend for 2022. Below are the specific hours for the sites.<br />
Drop-off Site Hours for Saturday, November 26, 2022<br />
All three drop-off site locations will be open from 9:00am to 4:00pm for City of Madison residents.<br />
The sites are located at...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-drop-off-sites-final-weekend-for-2022/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2022 16:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-drop-off-sites-final-weekend-for-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Passenger Rail Station Study Kick-off Meeting]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is hosting a kick-off meeting for the Passenger Rail Station Study on December 7, 2022. The meeting offers in-person and virtual alternatives for attending.<br />
The purpose of the study is to identify a recommended location for a potential future Amtrak Station. With the passage of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/passenger-rail-station-study-kick-off-meeting/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2022 20:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/passenger-rail-station-study-kick-off-meeting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trash &amp; Recycling Collection Schedule for the 2022 Thanksgiving Holiday]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division will be closed on Thursday, November 24, 2022 and Friday, November 25, 2022 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.<br />
There will be no curbside collection of trash, recycling, leaves, or other items during these two days.<br />
The drop-off sites will also be closed on November 24...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trash-amp-recycling-collection-schedule-for-the-2022-thanksgiving-holiday/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2022 15:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trash-amp-recycling-collection-schedule-for-the-2022-thanksgiving-holiday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olin Avenue Drop-off Site Closing on November 27, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The final day for the Streets Division drop-off site at 121 Olin Avenue is Sunday, November 27, 2022.<br />
After November 27, 2022 residents should use the other two Streets Division drop-off sites.<br />
Drop-off site services are expected to return to Olin Avenue in the spring of 2023. The official start...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/olin-avenue-drop-off-site-closing-on-november-27-2022/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2022 14:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/olin-avenue-drop-off-site-closing-on-november-27-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Erin Hillson Named City of Madison Director of Human Resources]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following a nation-wide search, Mayor Satya Rhodes Conway announced today the hiring of Erin Hillson as the next Director of Human Resources for the City of Madison.<br />
Erin has served as a City of Madison employee for 25 years. Her work in Human Resources includes leadership roles in both Employee...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/erin-hillson-named-city-of-madison-director-of-human-resources/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2022 23:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/erin-hillson-named-city-of-madison-director-of-human-resources/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor’s Statement on the Passage of the 2023 City Budget]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City&rsquo;s 2023 budget passed last night in the Common Council after two nights of debate and discussion. The Mayor issued the following statement.<br />
I am pleased that the Common Council passed a series of amendments that improve my budget, including a Parks volunteer coordinator who can put the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayors-statement-on-the-passage-of-the-2023-city-budget/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2022 15:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayors-statement-on-the-passage-of-the-2023-city-budget/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Receives EPA Funding to Improve Air Quality Monitoring and Tackle Health Disparities]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison was awarded $429,746 in funding by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency&rsquo;s Enhanced Air Quality Monitoring for Communities competitive grant program. This program aims to support community and local efforts to monitor their own air quality and to promote air quality...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-receives-epa-funding-to-improve-air-quality-monitoring-and-tackle-health-disparities/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2022 19:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-receives-epa-funding-to-improve-air-quality-monitoring-and-tackle-health-disparities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--South Brearly Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Brearly Street will be closed at East Washington Avenue for approximately two weeks (until Wednesday, November 30) for curb and pavement work at the intersection.&nbsp;<br />
This work along East Washington Avenue is in preparation for Madison&rsquo;s Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), called the &ldquo;Early Works&rdquo; project...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-south-brearly-street/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2022 18:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-south-brearly-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closures--S. Blair Street &amp; E. Wilson Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nightly street and lane closures will occur at the John Nolen Dr &amp; Blair St &amp; Wilson St &amp; Williamson St intersection starting Wednesday night at 9:00 p.m.&nbsp; The closures will occur three consecutive nights from 9:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. to complete the pavement markings.&nbsp; South Blair Street...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-s-blair-street-amp-e-wilson-street/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Nov 2022 19:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-s-blair-street-amp-e-wilson-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sunghee Min Artist Talk November 17th]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Arts Commission (MAC) has selected Minneapolis-based metal artist Sunghee Min to create a pair of sculptures in&nbsp;a new median in the 200 block of S Pinckney Street. Min&rsquo;s works Greeting Arc I &amp; Greeting Arc II will flank the crosswalk leading across the median between the current...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/sunghee-min-artist-talk-november-17th/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2022 17:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/sunghee-min-artist-talk-november-17th/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sunday, November 20, 2022, marks World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. The City will join community partners from the Vision Zero Task Force in honoring victims of traffic crashes, and their families, in Madison at a press conference on November 15 at 10:30 AM and through a display...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/world-day-of-remembrance-for-road-traffic-victims/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2022 21:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/world-day-of-remembrance-for-road-traffic-victims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Remembering Peter Talen and the Lessons We Learned]]></title><description><![CDATA[15 years ago today, tragedy struck at 123 N. Bedford Street, where a fire broke out on the porch as four people slept inside. There was only one working smoke alarm in the two-story house. Four other smoke alarms in the house had their batteries removed or were disabled. As a result, the occupants...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/remembering-peter-talen-and-the-lessons-we-learned/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2022 23:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/remembering-peter-talen-and-the-lessons-we-learned/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yard Waste &amp; Leaves Collection Ending Soon]]></title><description><![CDATA[The fall yard waste and leaf collection is ending soon.<br />
All City of Madison residents have one final opportunity to get their yard waste and leaves out to the curb for their Streets Division collection.<br />
The date of the final set-out will vary by neighborhood.<br />
You can get the set-out dates for your...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/yard-waste-amp-leaves-collection-ending-soon/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2022 17:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/yard-waste-amp-leaves-collection-ending-soon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2022 &amp; 2023 Trash &amp; Recycling Schedules Updated]]></title><description><![CDATA[City of Madison residents who receive trash and recycling collection from the Streets Division on Mondays should download an updated version of their 2022 and 2023 collection schedules.<br />
There were two errors on the first version of the Monday collection calendars released earlier this year. The...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2022-amp-2023-trash-amp-recycling-schedules-updated/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2022 15:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2022-amp-2023-trash-amp-recycling-schedules-updated/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prepare for Election Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Clerk&rsquo;s Office put together a top five list of things to know for today&rsquo;s General Election.Your polling place may have changed since the last time you voted. To verify your polling location, visit MyVote.WI.gov/FindMyPollingPlace.<br />
The address on the ID you use for voting does...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/prepare-for-election-day/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/prepare-for-election-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Salute to Black Veterans]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Wednesday, November 9, 12:00 &ndash; 2:00 pm, NewBridge Madison,&nbsp;Madison Senior Center&nbsp; and Exact Sciences will sponsor an event to honor Black veterans. A&nbsp;Salute to Black Veterans will be held at the Radisson Hotel at 517 Grand Canyon Drive. This is a free luncheon for Black Veterans. Registration is...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/a-salute-to-black-veterans/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2022 21:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/a-salute-to-black-veterans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City Offers New Funding For Community Facilities Loan Program]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new City of Madison funding program aimed at helping non-profits strengthen and vitalize City neighborhoods is underway. The Community Facilities Loan (CFL) program, administered by the City&rsquo;s Community Development Division, provides low-cost financing for non-residential developments undertaken...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-offers-new-funding-for-community-facilities-loan-program/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2022 20:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-offers-new-funding-for-community-facilities-loan-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City Extends Nomination Deadline for Erlanger Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[A number of residents have expressed an interest in nominating an individual for this award, and as such, the nomination deadline is being extended for one week until November 7, 2022.<br />
The City of Madison invites you to submit nominations for its annual JEFFREY CLAY&nbsp;ERLANGER CIVILITY IN PUBLIC...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-extends-nomination-deadline-for-erlanger-award/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2022 18:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-extends-nomination-deadline-for-erlanger-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Give Feedback on Upcoming Metro Service Redesign Items]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Wednesday, November 9, Metro Transit and the City of Madison Transportation Commission will hold a virtual public hearing at 6 p.m. to approve several items related to Metro&rsquo;s redesigned service in 2023.<br />
Items to be reviewed at the hearing are:Equity Analysis Summary<br />
Equity Analysis Full...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/give-feedback-on-upcoming-metro-service-redesign-items/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2022 18:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/give-feedback-on-upcoming-metro-service-redesign-items/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Police Civilian Oversight Board Announces Robert Copley as Independent Police Monitor]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Civilian Oversight Board (PCOB) is proud to announce that it has chosen Robert Copley as the Independent Police Monitor (IM). The responsibilities of the IM include oversight of the Madison Police Department&rsquo;s (MPD) compliance with internal policies and procedures.<br />
Mr. Copley graduated...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-police-civilian-oversight-board-announces-robert-copley-as-independent-police-monitor/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2022 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-police-civilian-oversight-board-announces-robert-copley-as-independent-police-monitor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Village on Park Parking Ramp Includes Percent for Art Public Art Initiative]]></title><description><![CDATA[On June 8, 2022 the Madison Arts Commission (MAC) selected Michael Ford, also known as the &ldquo;Hip Hop Architect&rdquo;, to create the integrated public art component for a new parking structure planned for 2300 South Park Street.<br />
Graef and Strang, the architects hired to design the building, consulted with...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-village-on-park-parking-ramp-includes-percent-for-art-public-art-initiative/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2022 03:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-village-on-park-parking-ramp-includes-percent-for-art-public-art-initiative/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[E. Washington Avenue at Blair Street Reopens]]></title><description><![CDATA[(MADISON, Wis.)&mdash; As the Blair Street South project approaches the end of the 2022 construction season, the outbound lanes of E. Washington Avenue (south side of the median), between Franklin Street and Blair Street, have reopened.<br />
&ldquo;The timeline of this project continues to trend in a positive...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/e-washington-avenue-at-blair-street-reopens/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2022 22:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/e-washington-avenue-at-blair-street-reopens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Service Commission Of Wisconsin Provides Decisions On Madison Water Utility’s Rate Case, Including State’s First Customer Assistance Program For The Water Sector]]></title><description><![CDATA[In December 2021, Madison Water Utility (Utility) filed a rate case application with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSCW). One of the primary goals was to obtain sufficient funding to maintain required levels of re-investments in water infrastructure on a timely manner. The Utility&rsquo;s...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-service-commission-of-wisconsin-provides-decisions-on-madison-water-utilitys-rate-case-including-states-first-customer-assistance-program-for-the-water-sector/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Oct 2022 21:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-service-commission-of-wisconsin-provides-decisions-on-madison-water-utilitys-rate-case-including-states-first-customer-assistance-program-for-the-water-sector/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community and MPD benefit from federal grant funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chief Shon Barnes is pleased to announce that the Madison Police Department has been awarded two grants by the United States Department of Justice through the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program.<br />
The first grant is an award from the Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/community-and-mpd-benefit-from-federal-grant-funding/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 2022 21:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/community-and-mpd-benefit-from-federal-grant-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Introducing Rosie the Rubbisher and Stone Cold Squeeze Often]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division would like to introduce you to our newly named electric compactors.<br />
The compactor for trash is named Rosie the Rubbisher.<br />
The compactor for recycling is named Stone Cold Squeeze Often.<br />
The compactors are available for use by Madison residents at the east side drop-off site...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/introducing-rosie-the-rubbisher-and-stone-cold-squeeze-often/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2022 17:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/introducing-rosie-the-rubbisher-and-stone-cold-squeeze-often/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Food Scraps Recycling Drop-off Ends October 25, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The final day the food scraps recycling drop-off program at the South Madison Farmer&rsquo;s Market and the Eastside Farmers&rsquo; Market is Tuesday, October 25, 2022.<br />
The market drop-off program will return in the spring of 2023.<br />
The start time of the 2023 market drop-off and the locations will be announced...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/food-scraps-recycling-drop-off-ends-october-25-2022/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2022 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/food-scraps-recycling-drop-off-ends-october-25-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[**UPDATE** Street Closure--University Bay Drive]]></title><description><![CDATA[Update--10/20/22 3:53 p.m.-------------------------------------------------------------<br />
This closure has been postponed due to an unforeseen conflict.&nbsp; This work will be rescheduled, and details will be posted when they are known...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/update-street-closure-university-bay-drive/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2022 16:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/update-street-closure-university-bay-drive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--University Bay Drive]]></title><description><![CDATA[University Bay Drive will be closed at the intersection of University Avenue overnight 7:00 p.m. Thursday, October 20 to 5:00 a.m. Friday October 21 to allow for installation of a large storm sewer pipe across University Bay Drive.<br />
Access to the UW Health/VA/American Family Children&rsquo;s Hospital...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-university-bay-drive/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Oct 2022 16:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-university-bay-drive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Fire Now Hiring Firefighter/EMTs]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the first time since 2019, the Madison Fire Department is accepting applications for the position of fulltime firefighter/EMT. Becoming a firefighter/EMT is a unique opportunity to make a difference in a person&rsquo;s life &ndash; and a direct impact in our community &ndash; every single day. No previous fire...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-fire-now-hiring-firefighteremts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2022 19:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-fire-now-hiring-firefighteremts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[John Tate II Withdraws from Independent Police Monitor Position]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Civilian Oversight Board was notified on October 17 that John Tate II has withdrawn his acceptance of the Independent Monitor position to accept another opportunity. The Board is executing its next steps and will release an update shortly.<br />
The next Police Civilian Oversight Board meeting...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/john-tate-ii-withdraws-from-independent-police-monitor-position/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2022 00:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/john-tate-ii-withdraws-from-independent-police-monitor-position/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town of Madison Attachment FINAL Public Meeting Scheduled]]></title><description><![CDATA[The next and final public information meeting for the Town of Madison Attachment is scheduled for 6:00 p.m., on October 20, 2022. This public meeting will be conducted virtually and prior registration is required. Join us to meet City of Madison staff and learn about the Town of Madison Attachment...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/town-of-madison-attachment-final-public-meeting-scheduled/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2022 16:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/town-of-madison-attachment-final-public-meeting-scheduled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Electric Compactor Names to be Revealed October 21, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[Finally, the Streets Division will be revealing the names of the trash and recycling electric compactors used at the drop-off site located at 4602 Sycamore Avenue.<br />
Earlier this year, a ranked-choice style election was held to choose the names from a list of finalists.<br />
Over 2,200 votes were received...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/electric-compactor-names-to-be-revealed-october-21-2022/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2022 18:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/electric-compactor-names-to-be-revealed-october-21-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Health Urges Breast Cancer Screening]]></title><description><![CDATA[One out of every eight women in the United States are at risk of developing breast cancer during their lifetime. In 2022, The American Cancer Society estimates there will be 5,380 new cases of breast cancer in Wisconsin. Early diagnosis is key to helping create better outcomes. Access to screening...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-urges-breast-cancer-screening/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2022 14:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-urges-breast-cancer-screening/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Forward Fund Providing Direct Assistance to Low-Income Pilot Program Recipients]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Forward Fund, a year-long guaranteed income experimental program, has distributed the first of twelve monthly payments to low-income families. The guaranteed income is a monthly payment of $500 given directly to 155 households for 12 months. It is unconditional, with no strings attached...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-forward-fund-providing-direct-assistance-to-low-income-pilot-program-recipients/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2022 15:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-forward-fund-providing-direct-assistance-to-low-income-pilot-program-recipients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor’s Operating Budget Focuses on Building a Safer Community, Healthier Neighborhoods, and Opportunities for Youth]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this year&rsquo;s Operating Budget, Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway&rsquo;s focus is on the programs and services that build a safer community, build healthier neighborhoods and create opportunities for youth.<br />
The City&rsquo;s operating budget funds the numerous services, programs, and skilled staff that sustain high...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayors-operating-budget-focuses-on-building-a-safer-community-healthier-neighborhoods-and-opportunities-for-youth/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 17:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayors-operating-budget-focuses-on-building-a-safer-community-healthier-neighborhoods-and-opportunities-for-youth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Engineering Launches Digiseries ‘Street Meets’]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Engineering Division has a new digiseries out focusing on five impactful street and paths design projects the community has endured during the 2022 construction season.<br />
The digiseries &ldquo;Street Meets&rdquo; is a series of five videos focusing on the following projects:University...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/engineering-launches-digiseries-street-meets/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 16:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/engineering-launches-digiseries-street-meets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrating 50 Years of Conservation Parks: Spotlight on Cherokee Marsh]]></title><description><![CDATA[As we conclude the celebration of 50 years of conservation parks in Madison, we focus your attention on Madison&rsquo;s largest conservation park. So large, the more than 1,300 acres of Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park are divided into three unique units &ndash; Mendota, North and South. Cherokee Marsh &ndash; North...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/celebrating-50-years-of-conservation-parks-spotlight-on-cherokee-marsh/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2022 16:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/celebrating-50-years-of-conservation-parks-spotlight-on-cherokee-marsh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dick Wagner Honored in Park Dedication]]></title><description><![CDATA[In December 2021, Madison lost R. Richard Wagner, a public servant and community leader. On Friday, October 21, the community is invited to join U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin, Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway, Alder Michael Verveer and friends as we honor the legacy of Dick Wagner in a park...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dick-wagner-honored-in-park-dedication/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2022 20:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dick-wagner-honored-in-park-dedication/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Police Civilian Oversight Board Announces Hiring of Independent Police Monitor]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Police Civilian Oversight Board (PCOB) is proud to announce the appointment of John Tate II to the position of Independent Police Monitor (IM). The responsibilities of the IM include oversight of the Madison Police Department&rsquo;s (MPD) compliance with internal policies and procedures.<br />
The PCOB,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-police-civilian-oversight-board-announces-hiring-of-independent-police-monitor/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2022 20:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-police-civilian-oversight-board-announces-hiring-of-independent-police-monitor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library’s Popular Program Celebrating Native Nations Returns October-December 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- Madison Public Library - in partnership with Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison - are bringing back a popular program from last year that centers the experiences, traditions and lifeways of Native people in and around Madison.<br />
This year the program has expanded from a single Storyteller-in-...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-librarys-popular-program-celebrating-native-nations-returns-october-december-2022/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2022 17:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-librarys-popular-program-celebrating-native-nations-returns-october-december-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Accessibility to the Ballot]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Clerk&rsquo;s Office works to make sure that every eligible voter is able to cast a ballot and have that ballot counted. Making sure all voters know their options for casting a ballot is one way we try to reach that goal.<br />
Clerk&rsquo;s Office staff and election officials use several tools...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/accessibility-to-the-ballot/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2022 21:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/accessibility-to-the-ballot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Senior Center Health &amp; Resource Fair]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our Annual Health &amp; Resource Fair, presented by Elite Hearing Centers, Humana Cress Funeral &amp; Cremation Service is on Tuesday, October 11, 9:00 am until 11:30 am.<br />
FREE health screenings will be provided by Senior Helpers, Elite Hearing Centers, Wisconsin Talking Book and Braille Library,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-senior-center-health-amp-resource-fair/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2022 16:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-senior-center-health-amp-resource-fair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vision Zero Concludes This Year’s Speed Reductions with Segoe Rd]]></title><description><![CDATA[The next, and final, 2022 Vision Zero speed reduction takes place on Monday, October 10th on Segoe Rd, from University Ave to Odana Rd. The speed limit on Segoe Rd will reduce to 25 mph from 30 mph on the entire length of the road. This area was selected for a reduced speed limit due to the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-concludes-this-years-speed-reductions-with-segoe-rd/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2022 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-concludes-this-years-speed-reductions-with-segoe-rd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Transforms Absentee Ballot Boxes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the Wisconsin Supreme Court&rsquo;s July 8, 2022 decision banning most ballot drop boxes in the state, the City of Madison quickly posted notices on its 14 absentee ballot drop boxes noting that the drop boxes were closed and including detailed instructions on how voters could return their...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-transforms-absentee-ballot-boxes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2022 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-transforms-absentee-ballot-boxes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moon Over Monona Terrace This Friday Night]]></title><description><![CDATA[All ages are invited to our rooftop this Friday, Oct. 7 from 7- 9:30 pm to view the Moon and other celestial objects such as Jupiter and Saturn through a multitude of different telescopes provided by the Madison Astronomical Society.<br />
The evening will also feature fun learning activities for kids...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/moon-over-monona-terrace-this-friday-night/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Oct 2022 17:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/moon-over-monona-terrace-this-friday-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brush Collection Over for 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison residents should not place brush at the curb for pickup at this time. Opportunities to set out brush for curbside pickup are over until the spring of 2023.<br />
Nearly all Madison neighborhoods have received their five guaranteed opportunities for curbside brush collection opportunities for 2022...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brush-collection-over-for-2022/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2022 20:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brush-collection-over-for-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Six Resumes Received for District 17 Common Council Vacancy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council President Keith Furman received six (6) resumes to fill the Aldermanic District 17 vacancy by the 4:30pm deadline on October 3, 2022.<br />
The following individuals will be invited to participate in the interview process to serve District 17 until April 18, 2023. They are all residents of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/six-resumes-received-for-district-17-common-council-vacancy/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2022 00:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/six-resumes-received-for-district-17-common-council-vacancy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walk-tober is back!]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the third consecutive year, the City of Madison is promoting staying active this fall with a special month-long event, Walk-tober. This series of planned activities and events hopes to motivate the public to get out and walk during the month of October.<br />
October is a great month for walking!...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/walk-tober-is-back/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Oct 2022 22:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/walk-tober-is-back/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statement on the Passing of Former City Attorney Michael P. May]]></title><description><![CDATA[We at the City of Madison are saddened to learn of Mike May&rsquo;s passing.<br />
Mike May had a great impact on the Madison community as a lawyer and during his long tenure as City Attorney. Mike was appointed City Attorney by Mayor Cieslewicz in 2004, was reappointed by Mayors Soglin and Rhodes-Conway, and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-on-the-passing-of-former-city-attorney-michael-p-may/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Oct 2022 19:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-on-the-passing-of-former-city-attorney-michael-p-may/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway Successfully Concludes Contract Negotiations with Three City Unions Representing Police, Fire and Metro]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the ratification of the Madison Professional Police Officers Association (MPPOA) agreement earlier this week, the Mayor has now successfully settled contracts with the City&rsquo;s three unions, including IAFF Local 311 and Teamsters Local 695.<br />
&ldquo;I am pleased that the City has been able to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-successfully-concludes-contract-negotiations-with-three-city-unions-representing-police-fire-and-metro/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2022 19:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-successfully-concludes-contract-negotiations-with-three-city-unions-representing-police-fire-and-metro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Testing Strategy Shift: “Antigen First” Means Rapid Results]]></title><description><![CDATA[Effective October 1, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County will transition to a new strategy for COVID-19 testing at its South Madison clinic.<br />
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced a new directive for Community Testing Support Program (CTSP) partners to shift away from lab-...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/testing-strategy-shift-antigen-first-means-rapid-results/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Sep 2022 14:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/testing-strategy-shift-antigen-first-means-rapid-results/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blair Street Construction to Move to E. Washington Avenue]]></title><description><![CDATA[(MADISON, Wis.)&mdash;To get a head start on 2023 construction, the Blair Street South project will move its focus to the E. Washington Avenue intersection, with all traffic routed onto the inbound lanes of E. Washington Avenue (north side of the median) between Franklin Street and Blair Street beginning...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/blair-street-construction-to-move-to-e-washington-avenue/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Sep 2022 22:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/blair-street-construction-to-move-to-e-washington-avenue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Events: Lake Monona Waterfront Design Challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[The community is invited to attend the public event series for the Lake Monona Waterfront Design Challenge hosted by Madison Parks! The event series is an opportunity to learn more about the design challenge, the selected teams, their progress in plan development, and the final master plan...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-events-lake-monona-waterfront-design-challenge/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2022 22:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-events-lake-monona-waterfront-design-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vision Zero Continues Speed Reductions on a Section of Portage Rd]]></title><description><![CDATA[The next 2022 roadway improvement scheduled through the Vision Zero initiative takes place on Monday, September 26th to a section of Portage Rd, from East Washington Ave to Churchill Heights Park. The speed limit will be reduced to 25 mph from 30mph. Portage road is a residential street near the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-on-a-section-of-portage-rd/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2022 16:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-on-a-section-of-portage-rd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Let’s Talk Streets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Join City of Madison staff and project consultants at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, September 27, 2022, for a virtual public presentation to share the draft Complete Green Streets framework, including priorities and decision-making elements that will shape how the City plans to design streets moving forward...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lets-talk-streets/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2022 17:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lets-talk-streets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anticipated Credit Card Outages in City-Owned Garages and Lots]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Parking Division anticipates intermittent credit card processing outages due to network maintenance beginning at 7am on Saturday, September 24. This maintenance will temporarily disable the use of credit and debit cards at nearly all City-owned parking garages and lots. We expect credit and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/anticipated-credit-card-outages-in-city-owned-garages-and-lots/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2022 16:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/anticipated-credit-card-outages-in-city-owned-garages-and-lots/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jim Wolfe Appointed as New City Engineer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway announced today the appointment of Jim Wolfe as Madison&rsquo;s City Engineer. Wolfe is a graduate of UW Madison and has served in the Engineering Division for 15 years; planning, overseeing and directing multiple projects throughout the City.<br />
&ldquo;Madison&rsquo;s Engineering Division...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/jim-wolfe-appointed-as-new-city-engineer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2022 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/jim-wolfe-appointed-as-new-city-engineer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Fire to Host Virtual Recruitment Open Houses]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the first time ever, the Madison Fire Department (MFD) hosts a series of virtual recruitment open houses aimed at introducing new audiences to the idea of becoming a career firefighter/EMT.<br />
For years, in-person open houses hosted at local fire stations have been a popular way to engage with...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-fire-to-host-virtual-recruitment-open-houses/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2022 21:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-fire-to-host-virtual-recruitment-open-houses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wayne Strong: 2022 Recipient of Reverend Wright Human Rights Award]]></title><description><![CDATA[For immediate release, September 21, 2022<br />
Reverend Wright Human Rights Award Recipient<br />
Contact: Byron Bishop, 608-266-4910<br />
The Annual Reverend Wright Human Rights Award goes this year to Wayne Strong (Posthumously). Unfortunately, Wayne passed away earlier this year. The award will be presented to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/wayne-strong-2022-recipient-of-reverend-wright-human-rights-award/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2022 17:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/wayne-strong-2022-recipient-of-reverend-wright-human-rights-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2022 Reverend Wright Award Recipient is Wayne Strong]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Annual Reverend Wright Human Rights Award goes this year to Wayne Strong (posthumously). Unfortunately, Wayne passed away earlier this year. The award will be presented to Wayne&rsquo;s wife, Terri, at the Common Council meeting on Tuesday, September 20, 2022.<br />
Wayne was passionate about all forms of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2022-reverend-wright-award-recipient-is-wayne-strong/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2022 00:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2022-reverend-wright-award-recipient-is-wayne-strong/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway Announces One-Time Payment for City Employees]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway announced today that she is proposing a one-time payment to recognize the good work of City employees over the course of the pandemic and to help them deal with short term inflation costs.<br />
The funds come from a surplus in the City&rsquo;s premium stabilization fund for...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-announces-one-time-payment-for-city-employees/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Sep 2022 00:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-announces-one-time-payment-for-city-employees/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[General Election Sample Ballots Available]]></title><description><![CDATA[The General Election is on November 8, 2022.<br />
Several offices are up for election on November 8:Governor/Lieutenant Governor<br />
Attorney General<br />
Secretary of State<br />
State Treasurer<br />
U.S. Senator<br />
U.S. Congressional Representative &ndash; District 2<br />
State Senator &ndash; District 27Voters who reside in District 27...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/general-election-sample-ballots-available/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2022 16:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/general-election-sample-ballots-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Celebrates National Voter Registration Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, Sep. 20, the City of Madison will join hundreds of communities nationwide in celebrating National Voter Registration Day.&nbsp;&nbsp;Founded in 2012, National Voter Registration Day is a non-partisan celebration of democracy focused on facilitating the right to vote.<br />
Eligible voters who hold a...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-celebrates-national-voter-registration-day/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2022 05:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-celebrates-national-voter-registration-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Applications Being Accepted to Fill Seventeenth Aldermanic District Vacancy]]></title><description><![CDATA[District 17 Alder Gary Halverson resigned from the Madison Common Council last week.<br />
District 17 residents are invited to apply to fill this vacancy for the remainder of the term, which ends on April 18, 2023.<br />
Check whether you live in District 17.<br />
The Common Council President manages the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/applications-being-accepted-to-fill-seventeenth-aldermanic-district-vacancy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2022 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/applications-being-accepted-to-fill-seventeenth-aldermanic-district-vacancy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Halloween on State Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison will once again be working to make State Street and downtown Madison a safe and enjoyable space for celebrating Halloween. Events that will be occurring, include:<br />
Wednesday, October 26Downtown Madison Family Halloween State Street and Capitol Square trick-or-treating for...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/halloween-on-state-street/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2022 16:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/halloween-on-state-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Appointments Now Available for Updated COVID Boosters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is expanding its clinic hours and adding availability on weekends, in an effort to meet demand for the newly updated COVID-19 boosters.<br />
On September 7, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced updated booster recommendations, following the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/appointments-now-available-for-updated-covid-boosters/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2022 15:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/appointments-now-available-for-updated-covid-boosters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alder Gary Halverson Announces Resignation from Madison Common Council Effective Immediately]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, Alder Gary Halverson, District 17, announced his resignation from the Madison Common Council effective immediately.<br />
&ldquo;Thank you to Alder Halverson for his service to the community. Threats and vandalism are not productive or democratic ways of engaging public officials and we are very...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alder-gary-halverson-announces-resignation-from-madison-common-council-effective-immediately/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2022 18:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alder-gary-halverson-announces-resignation-from-madison-common-council-effective-immediately/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Advocates, City of Madison Promote Accessible Voting in Celebration of Disability Voting Rights Week, Sept. 12-16]]></title><description><![CDATA[This week, advocates and city Civil Rights agencies are calling for greater awareness of voting rights and barriers facing people with disabilities during Disability Voting Rights Week. These issues were discussed at a press event at the City County Building in Madison.<br />
Spearheaded by the American...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/advocates-city-of-madison-promote-accessible-voting-in-celebration-of-disability-voting-rights-week-sept-12-16/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Sep 2022 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/advocates-city-of-madison-promote-accessible-voting-in-celebration-of-disability-voting-rights-week-sept-12-16/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Black Women Artists Speak]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday, September 20 | 6:00 pm<br />
Community Room 203, Madison College Goodman South Campus, 2429 Perry St, Madison, WI 53713<br />
This panel invites five Black women artists from several artistic genres to share their true experiences in Madison and what should be done to ensure equity and fairness in the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/black-women-artists-speak/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2022 23:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/black-women-artists-speak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Library Takeover Returns: Submit Your Application!]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- From September 15 - October 15, 2022, Madison Public Library is accepting applications for the Library Takeover program.<br />
Teams of 3-4 people can apply to participate in the program, which includes a 4-session course on event planning and culminates in a finished and fully-funded...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/library-takeover-returns-submit-your-application/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2022 21:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/library-takeover-returns-submit-your-application/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Live at The Glen:  WI Dells Singers and Dance Troupe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Parks and Madison Parks Foundation are honored to partner with Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison to bring the community an evening of enrichment and entertainment. Join us for Live at The Glen for an interactive evening of celebration! This free event will feature Ho-Chunk pageantry along with some...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/live-at-the-glen-wi-dells-singers-and-dance-troupe/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2022 19:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/live-at-the-glen-wi-dells-singers-and-dance-troupe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local organizations, utilities unite on new public Water Steward course]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four Madison-area water organizations and a local nonprofit have developed a brand-new Water Steward course and certification for the public. Spearheaded by the nonprofit Sustain Dane, this public water stewardship educational opportunity brings together experts from Madison Metropolitan Sewerage...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/local-organizations-utilities-unite-on-new-public-water-steward-course/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2022 01:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/local-organizations-utilities-unite-on-new-public-water-steward-course/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closures--Willy Street Fair]]></title><description><![CDATA[Williamson Street will be closed this weekend for the Willy Street Fair.&nbsp; Three blocks of Williamson Street will be closed&mdash;between South Livingston Street and South Ingersoll Street.&nbsp; The 300 blocks of South Paterson Street and South Brearly Street will also be closed.&nbsp; The closures will occur...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-willy-street-fair/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2022 19:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-willy-street-fair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Senior Center Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison, WI (September 2022) &mdash;Today&rsquo;s senior centers are delivering vital connections to help all older adults age well. Senior centers offer a vibrant, action-packed combination of programs that support maintaining high cognitive &amp; physical functioning, avoiding disease &amp; disability, and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/national-senior-center-month/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Sep 2022 00:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/national-senior-center-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Within Reach: Local Government Contracting Opportunities]]></title><description><![CDATA[Date &amp; Time: September 27th 4:00-5:30<br />
Location: Zoom<br />
Are you a minority-owned business? Do you want to do business with government agencies such as City of Madison, Dane County, or the State of Wisconsin?<br />
Well, this webinar could help bring that goal Within Reach.<br />
Please join this virtual event...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/within-reach-local-government-contracting-opportunities/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2022 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/within-reach-local-government-contracting-opportunities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closures--Half Ironman, Saturday, 9/10]]></title><description><![CDATA[The following streets will be closed for the Half Ironman ("70.3") on Saturday, September 10 between 9:00 a.m. and approximately 5:00 p.m.:Wilson Street closed between the Hilton Hotel and Carroll St (runners will come from Monona Terrace and cross W Wilson at Carroll St)Access to the Wilson...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-half-ironman-saturday-910/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2022 16:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-half-ironman-saturday-910/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vision Zero Continues Speed Reductions on a Section of Old Sauk Rd]]></title><description><![CDATA[The next 2022 roadway improvement scheduled through the Vision Zero initiative takes place on Monday, September 12th to a section of Old Sauk Rd, from Westfield Rd to the Beltline. This roadway is a common access road that leads to the Beltline from nearby neighborhoods and serves as a route into...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-on-a-section-of-old-sauk-rd/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2022 16:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-on-a-section-of-old-sauk-rd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City Success in South Madison]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is pleased to announce that it is finalizing negotiations with Kristie Maurer of Maurer&rsquo;s Urban Market to open and run a new full service, 24,000 SF grocery store at the Truman Olson project, located at 815 Cedar St.&nbsp; The City of Madison has been working to replace the soon-to-...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-success-in-south-madison/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2022 18:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-success-in-south-madison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Road Closure--University Bay Drive (Storm Sewer)]]></title><description><![CDATA[University Bay Drive will be closed at the intersection of University Avenue overnight Thursday, September 15 to Friday September 16 and then closed again Friday night through the weekend to allow for installation of a large storm sewer pipe across University Bay Drive.&nbsp; Exact timing of the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/road-closure-university-bay-drive-storm-sewer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2022 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/road-closure-university-bay-drive-storm-sewer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Deadline to Apply for Police Civilian Oversight Board]]></title><description><![CDATA[The application process for nominations and self-nominations for two (2) Common Council appointed seats and one (1) Mayoral appointed seat on the City of Madison Police Civilian Oversight Board has now been extended. The deadline for submitting nominations or self-nominations is now Friday,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/new-deadline-to-apply-for-police-civilian-oversight-board/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2022 15:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/new-deadline-to-apply-for-police-civilian-oversight-board/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison’s first Rainbow Street Crossing]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison and Friends of Madison Arts Commission invite you to the ribbon cutting for Madison's first Rainbow Crossing, on Thursday, September 8 at 4:00pm. The celebration will take place at the beginning of the Madison Night Market at the top of State St where it intersects with the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madisons-first-rainbow-street-crossing/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Sep 2022 04:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madisons-first-rainbow-street-crossing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closures--Ironman Triathlon, Sunday 9/11]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several streets in and around downtown will be closed for the Ironman Triathlon on Sunday, September 11.&nbsp;&nbsp; The race consists of swimming in Lake Monona, bicycling in Dane County, and running in the downtown/campus area.&nbsp; The race starts at 6:45 a.m. and lasts until approximately midnight.&nbsp; Police...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-ironman-triathlon-sunday-911/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2022 20:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-ironman-triathlon-sunday-911/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fall 2022 Yard Waste &amp; Leave Set-Out Dates Now Available]]></title><description><![CDATA[The dates when City of Madison residents should set out their leaves &amp; yard waste for curbside collection this upcoming fall are now available on the Streets Division&rsquo;s website.<br />
As a reminder, during the fall collection period residents receive three curbside pickup opportunities.<br />
How to Get...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/fall-2022-yard-waste-amp-leave-set-out-dates-now-available/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2022 19:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/fall-2022-yard-waste-amp-leave-set-out-dates-now-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library to Offer Birding Backpacks for Checkout Beginning September 6]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- Madison Public Library is offering Birding Backpacks thanks to a generous donation from the Feminist Bird Club-Madison Chapter and the Madison Public Library Foundation.<br />
In Spring 2022, the Feminist Bird Club joined the Great Wisconsin Birdathon to raise funds to purchase backpacks...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-to-offer-birding-backpacks-for-checkout-beginning-september-6/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2022 18:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-to-offer-birding-backpacks-for-checkout-beginning-september-6/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway Releases 2023 Executive Capital Budget Prioritizing Affordable Housing, Climate Resiliency and Strong Neighborhoods]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, Mayor Rhodes-Conway released her 2023 Executive Capital Budget and 6-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), which detail her funding proposals for buildings, infrastructure and other capital investments in Madison. The Capital Budget is one major piece of the City&rsquo;s budget. In a month, she...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-releases-2023-executive-capital-budget-prioritizing-affordable-housing-climate-resiliency-and-strong-neighborhoods/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2022 18:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-releases-2023-executive-capital-budget-prioritizing-affordable-housing-climate-resiliency-and-strong-neighborhoods/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison's Youth Poet Laureate, Madeleine Bohn, to give inaugural reading  tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison, the Madison Arts Commission, and Madison Poet Laureate Angela Trudell Vasquez will present the inaugural reading of Madison's first ever Youth Poet Laureate, Madeleine Bohn,&nbsp;tonight, September 6th, at the&nbsp;meeting of the Common Council. The meeting begins at 6:30 PM and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madisons-youth-poet-laureate-madeleine-bohn-to-give-inaugural-reading-tonight/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Sep 2022 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madisons-youth-poet-laureate-madeleine-bohn-to-give-inaugural-reading-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Latest MWU Annual Report is Available!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Water Utility's 2021 Annual Report is available!&nbsp;<br />
Section 13.01(3) of the Madison General Ordinances establishes the duty of the Madison Water Utility Board to &ldquo;issue an annual report that shall be made available to the Common Council [and general public].&rdquo;&nbsp;<br />
&nbsp;<br />
This reporting period covers...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/latest-mwu-annual-report-is-available/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Sep 2022 05:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/latest-mwu-annual-report-is-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--South Henry Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 6, Parisi Construction will close the South Henry Street leg of the Henry Street &amp; West Washington Avenue intersection to construct infrastructure for a future traffic signal at the intersection.&nbsp;<br />
Anticipated completion and street reopening is 5:00 p.m....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-south-henry-street/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2022 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-south-henry-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Service Reduced on Labor Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Monday, September 5, Metro runs HOLIDAY schedules on the following routes:<br />
2,&nbsp;4,&nbsp;5,&nbsp;6,&nbsp;7,&nbsp;8,&nbsp;13,&nbsp;16,&nbsp;17&nbsp;18,&nbsp;20,&nbsp;21,&nbsp;22,&nbsp;26,&nbsp;30,&nbsp;31,&nbsp;32,&nbsp;36,&nbsp;40,&nbsp;50,&nbsp;51,&nbsp;59,&nbsp;63,&nbsp;67 and 68Route 80 operates a shortened weekend recess schedule, final scheduled trip departs Memorial Union at 9:15p.Routes 81 - 84...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-service-reduced-on-labor-day/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2022 22:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-service-reduced-on-labor-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City and County Announce Additional $9 million Investment in Men’s Homeless Shelter]]></title><description><![CDATA[County Executive Joe Parisi and Mayor Rhodes-Conway announced major developments today in the ongoing partnership between the City and the County to support the construction of the state&rsquo;s first shelter for men experiencing homelessness. With construction planned for 2024, this 40,000 square foot...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-and-county-announce-additional-9-million-investment-in-mens-homeless-shelter/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2022 20:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-and-county-announce-additional-9-million-investment-in-mens-homeless-shelter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[11th annual 9/11 'Never Forget' Blood Drive]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, Wis. (Aug. 30, 2022) - The American Red Cross and the Madison Fire and Police Departments are hosting the 11th annual Never Forget Blood Drive Saturday, Sept. 10 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Madison Fire Station 14, 3201 Dairy Dr.<br />
The Madison Fire and Police Departments began hosting Red Cross...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/11th-annual-911-never-forget-blood-drive/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2022 20:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/11th-annual-911-never-forget-blood-drive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Streets Division Collections on Labor Day, September 5, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division will not perform refuse, recycling, brush, or large item collections on Monday, September 5, 2022 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. The drop-off sites will also be closed.<br />
Trash &amp; Recycling Collection<br />
If your trash and recycling is collected on Mondays by the Streets...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-streets-division-collections-on-labor-day-september-5-2022/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2022 16:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-streets-division-collections-on-labor-day-september-5-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brush Collection Ending in September 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Streets Division would like to remind residents that your final curbside brush collection opportunity for 2022 is fast approaching.<br />
Most residents will receive their fifth and final opportunity for curbside brush collection during the month of September.<br />
You can learn the dates...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brush-collection-ending-in-september-2022/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Aug 2022 15:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brush-collection-ending-in-september-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--South Ingersoll Street (RR Track Replacement)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wisconsin &amp; Southern Railroad will replace the railroad tracks crossing South Ingersoll Street between East Main Street and East Wilson Street starting 6:00 a.m. on Friday, September 9.&nbsp; This work will require a full closure of South Ingersoll Street.&nbsp;<br />
Anticipated completion and street...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-south-ingersoll-street-rr-track-replacement/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2022 19:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-south-ingersoll-street-rr-track-replacement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Share Your Stories with the Madison Living History Project]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Public Library is looking for a few good stories through an open call for submissions to the Madison Living History Project.<br />
&ldquo;We know there are important voices and chapters of Madison&rsquo;s history that we haven&rsquo;t explored yet, and we&rsquo;re looking for individuals or teams of up to three people...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/share-your-stories-with-the-madison-living-history-project/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2022 21:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/share-your-stories-with-the-madison-living-history-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vision Zero Continues Speed Reductions on a Section of Mineral Point Rd]]></title><description><![CDATA[The next 2022 roadway improvement scheduled through the Vision Zero initiative takes place on Monday, August 29th to a section of Mineral Point Rd, from S Whitney Way to the Beltline. This key roadway is home to commercial retail, including West Towne mall, schools and is a key road leading to the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-on-a-section-of-mineral-point-rd/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2022 20:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-on-a-section-of-mineral-point-rd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Focus on Energy Recognizes City of Madison for Energy Efficiency Excellence]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is proud to be one of the state&rsquo;s 2022 Energy Efficiency Excellence Award Recipients.<br />
During an Aug. 18, 2022, press conference at the City of Madison Fire Station 14, &nbsp;Focus on Energy, Wisconsin&rsquo;s statewide energy efficiency and renewable resource program, recognized the City...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/focus-on-energy-recognizes-city-of-madison-for-energy-efficiency-excellence/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2022 22:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/focus-on-energy-recognizes-city-of-madison-for-energy-efficiency-excellence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Progress ‘Since 2018’ Flood, New Blog Series]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Engineering Division will share about specific projects and progress since the August 2018 flood on a new blog series on the Engineering Division website named &lsquo;Since 2018.&rsquo;<br />
In the last days of August, the Engineering Division will focus on specific changes or projects the City...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/progress-since-2018-flood-new-blog-series/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2022 21:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/progress-since-2018-flood-new-blog-series/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PUBLIC NOTICE TO ALL CUSTOMERS OF MADISON WATER UTILITY]]></title><description><![CDATA[PUBLIC NOTICE TO ALL CUSTOMERS OF MADISON WATER UTILITY<br />
Madison Water Utility has filed an application with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSCW) to increase water rates. The increase is necessary due to a 5.8 percent increase in gross plant investment and a 3.2 percent increase in...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-notice-to-all-customers-of-madison-water-utility/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2022 20:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-notice-to-all-customers-of-madison-water-utility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library’s Naturalist-in-Residence Program Encourages Madisonians to Explore Nature]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- Madison Public Library is launching a new residency all about nature! Local naturalist John C. Newman has been named the first Naturalist-in-Residence at Madison Public Library and will lead a series of events, walks and workshops throughout September and into October.<br />
The goal of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-librarys-naturalist-in-residence-program-encourages-madisonians-to-explore-nature/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2022 18:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-librarys-naturalist-in-residence-program-encourages-madisonians-to-explore-nature/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Applications Now Being Accepted for Police Civilian Oversight Board At-Large Seats]]></title><description><![CDATA[The application process for at-large nominations for two (2) seats on the City of Madison Police Civilian Oversight Board is now open. The deadline for submitting nominations or self-nominations is Tuesday, September 6, 2022.<br />
The Civilian Oversight Board was established on September 1, 2020, when...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/applications-now-being-accepted-for-police-civilian-oversight-board-at-large-seats/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Aug 2022 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/applications-now-being-accepted-for-police-civilian-oversight-board-at-large-seats/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police Civilian Oversight Board Announces Finalists for Independent Monitor Position]]></title><description><![CDATA[The final candidates for the Independent Police Monitor position are Robert Copley, Rodney Saunders Jr., John Tate II, and Joel Winnig.<br />
The finalists were introduced at a virtual event on Thursday, August 18th. The candidates had the opportunity to answer questions from members of the Police...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/police-civilian-oversight-board-announces-finalists-for-independent-monitor-position/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2022 20:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/police-civilian-oversight-board-announces-finalists-for-independent-monitor-position/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dane Dances! Canceled Due to Forecasted Storms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dane Dances! has been canceled tonight (Friday, 8/19) due the forecasted storms and concerns for rooftop safety. Join us next week for Sisters of Element and the Storm Chasers with special guest T.L. Williams and Sounds of Slave.<br />
Friday, August 26:<br />
Celebrate the season with the funk, hip-hop, and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-dances-canceled-due-to-forecasted-storms/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2022 19:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-dances-canceled-due-to-forecasted-storms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--North Shore Drive (RR Replacement)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wisconsin &amp; Southern Railroad will replace the North Shore Drive railroad track crossing adjacent to John Nolen Drive, starting 4:00 a.m. on Friday, August 26.&nbsp; This project will be completed in two phases:Phase 14:00 a.m. Friday, 8/26 to 5:00 p.m., Monday, 8/29&nbsp; (4 days)<br />
Full closure of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-north-shore-drive-rr-replacement/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Aug 2022 15:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-north-shore-drive-rr-replacement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Independent Police Monitor Virtual Candidate Forum – Sponsored by the Police Civilian Oversight Board]]></title><description><![CDATA[The finalists for the Independent Police Monitor position will be introduced at a virtual event on Thursday, August 18th. At this event, the candidates will have an opportunity to answer questions from members of the Police Civilian Oversight Board.&nbsp;<br />
Opportunities for members of the public to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/independent-police-monitor-virtual-candidate-forum-sponsored-by-the-police-civilian-oversight-board/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Aug 2022 01:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/independent-police-monitor-virtual-candidate-forum-sponsored-by-the-police-civilian-oversight-board/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dane Dances! Canceled Tonight Due to Rain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dane Dances! has been canceled tonight due to the continuous rain and concerns for rooftop safety. Join us next week for Orquesta Salsoul Del Mad and Luisito Rosario!<br />
Friday, August 19:<br />
Get together with salsa and soul fusion band Orquesta Salsoul Del Mad at 6 p.m. And then don&rsquo;t miss the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-dances-canceled-tonight-due-to-rain/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2022 22:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-dances-canceled-tonight-due-to-rain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway Reacts to Gableman Firing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Robin Vos&rsquo; firing of Michael Gableman ends a 14-month reign of error that has indelibly stained the Speaker&rsquo;s reputation.<br />
The Gableman fiasco cost more than a $1 million in taxpayer dollars, and the fines and attorney's fees that Wisconsin taxpayers will have to pay due...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-reacts-to-gableman-firing/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2022 22:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-reacts-to-gableman-firing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vision Zero Continues Speed Reductions on a Section of John Nolen Drive]]></title><description><![CDATA[Included as part of the 2022 roadway improvements for Vision Zero, new speed limit reductions will occur for several Madison streets identified as having a high level of injury causing crashes. The first reduction of the year was a segment of East Washington Avenue, east of Stoughton Road, which...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-on-a-section-of-john-nolen-drive/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Aug 2022 17:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-on-a-section-of-john-nolen-drive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--University Bay Drive (RR Track Replacement)]]></title><description><![CDATA[University Bay Drive will be closed at the intersection of University Avenue from 6:00 a.m., August 22, 2022, through 5:00 p.m., August 28, 2022, while Wisconsin and Southern Railroad (WSOR) replaces the railroad track crossing at University Bay Drive. &nbsp;Access to the UW Health/VA/American Family...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-university-bay-drive-rr-track-replacement/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2022 18:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-university-bay-drive-rr-track-replacement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[UW Campus Street Closures--Observatory Drive &amp; Linden Drive]]></title><description><![CDATA[From Monday, August 15 through Friday, August 19, Observatory Drive will be fully closed to vehicular traffic in both directions between Easterday and Colwood Drive. &nbsp;Linden Drive is currently closed long-term between Easterday and Colwood Drive.&nbsp; With both closures, there will be no east-west thru...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/uw-campus-street-closures-observatory-drive-amp-linden-drive/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2022 15:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/uw-campus-street-closures-observatory-drive-amp-linden-drive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town of Madison Attachment Public Discussion Scheduled]]></title><description><![CDATA[The next in-person public information meeting regarding the Town of Madison Attachment is scheduled for 6:00 p.m., August 18, 2022 at Arbor Covenant Church at 2509 McDivitt Rd, Madison, WI 53713. Join us to meet City of Madison staff and learn about the Town of Madison attachment. The meeting will...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/town-of-madison-attachment-public-discussion-scheduled/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2022 19:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/town-of-madison-attachment-public-discussion-scheduled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--Marshall Ct. (RR Track Replacement)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wisconsin &amp; Southern Railroad will replace the Marshall Court railroad track crossing near University Avenue starting 6:00 a.m. on Monday, August 15.&nbsp; Due to the nature of the work, this will require multi-day street closure of Marshall Court.&nbsp; The street is expected to reopen at approximately...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-marshall-ct-rr-track-replacement/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Aug 2022 18:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-marshall-ct-rr-track-replacement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library Is Hosting Storytelling Events for Kids]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- Madison Public Library&rsquo;s We Read program is wrapping up summer with storytelling programs for kids and families August 8-20.<br />
As families reflect on their summer experiences, Madison Public Library is offering a chance to share stories in a unique way. For two weeks, each library will...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-is-hosting-storytelling-events-for-kids/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Aug 2022 19:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-is-hosting-storytelling-events-for-kids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Overdose Spike Alert: Risk of Drug Overdose Increased in Dane County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is issuing a public health alert due to an increase, or spike, in drug overdoses in our community.<br />
This alert is based on data from hospitals and EMS providers. Over the 24 hour period between August 1 and August 2, 2022, at least 7 people experienced a...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/overdose-spike-alert-risk-of-drug-overdose-increased-in-dane-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2022 22:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/overdose-spike-alert-risk-of-drug-overdose-increased-in-dane-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dane Dances! Every Friday in August]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dane Dances is excited to kick off its 23rd season Friday, August 5 from 5:30-9:30 p.m. on the Monona Terrace rooftop. New this year is Family Dance, featuring the songs and music that kids know and love, starting at 5:30 p.m. Free, no tickets required. Gates open at 4:30 p.m.<br />
Friday, August 5:<br />
Get...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-dances-every-friday-in-august/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2022 21:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-dances-every-friday-in-august/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Polling Place Listing for August 9, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some polling places have changed since the April election. The City of Madison Clerk&rsquo;s Office recently sent postcards to voters in areas impacted by polling place changes.<br />
The City Clerk&rsquo;s Office encourages you to confirm your polling place before heading out to vote on August 9. You can look up...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-polling-place-listing-for-august-9-2022/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2022 17:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-polling-place-listing-for-august-9-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison police giving away free steering wheel locks to certain Hyundai owners]]></title><description><![CDATA[In an effort to prevent stolen vehicles, the Madison Police Department is handing out free wheel locks to people who own certain Hyundai models.<br />
The locks will be distributed during the department&rsquo;s annual National Night Out event on Wednesday. The event runs from 5-7 p.m. outside of the Madison...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-police-giving-away-free-steering-wheel-locks-to-certain-hyundai-owners/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2022 20:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-police-giving-away-free-steering-wheel-locks-to-certain-hyundai-owners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--N Fair Oaks Avenue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting at 6:00 a.m. on Monday, August 8, N Fair Oaks Avenue will be fully closed at Thurber Avenue for sanitary sewer work.&nbsp; The closure is expected to last one week&mdash;until 6:00 a.m. on Monday, August 15.&nbsp;<br />
This work is part of the Worthington Avenue Sanitary Replacement project:<br />
https://www....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-n-fair-oaks-avenue/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Aug 2022 19:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-n-fair-oaks-avenue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2022 Summer Strategic Plan: How things are going two months in]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the past two months, the Madison Police Department has been focused on reducing shots fired calls, stolen auto incidents and hazardous driving.<br />
These three areas are the main priorities outlined in the department&rsquo;s 2022 summer strategic plan.<br />
&ldquo;Data and statistics show these incidents typically...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2022-summer-strategic-plan-how-things-are-going-two-months-in/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2022 17:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2022-summer-strategic-plan-how-things-are-going-two-months-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spoiling Absentee Ballot Explainer]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI &ndash; City of Madison voters who wish to spoil their returned absentee ballot need to contact the City of Madison Clerk&rsquo;s Office. Spoil requests should be made in writing by email (voting@cityofmadison.com), by mail, or in person. Spoil requests must be made by the voter.<br />
What does spoiling...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/spoiling-absentee-ballot-explainer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2022 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/spoiling-absentee-ballot-explainer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reminder: New Trash/Recycling Schedule Starts Monday, August 1, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Streets Division would like to remind you to download and use the trash and recycling calendar for your home, especially if you live on the west side of Madison.<br />
The current collection schedule for all Madison residents ends tomorrow, Friday, July 29, 2022.&nbsp; On Monday, August 1...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/reminder-new-trashrecycling-schedule-starts-monday-august-1-2022/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 2022 15:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/reminder-new-trashrecycling-schedule-starts-monday-august-1-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[August Moving Days: Donate! Donate! Donate!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The August Moving Days creates over 1 million pounds of extra garbage every year.<br />
Some of these items could be used again instead of cluttering the terrace waiting to be crushed in a collection truck and dumped into the landfill.<br />
Rather than wasting these goods, give them another life in a new home...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/august-moving-days-donate-donate-donate-2/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2022 17:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/august-moving-days-donate-donate-donate-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aldo Leopold Park Reimagined Celebration]]></title><description><![CDATA[Big dreams can come true! Inspired by the neighborhood children, Aldo Leopold Park is reimagined and we&rsquo;re celebrating! Healthy Kids Collaborative, a program of UW Health, partnered with kids in the Aldo Leopold Park neighborhood to reimagine the places where they lived, went to school and played....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/aldo-leopold-park-reimagined-celebration/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jul 2022 14:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/aldo-leopold-park-reimagined-celebration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Health to Fund Violence Prevention Work in the Community]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is providing funding to community-based organizations who work to reduce violence in our community. A total of $300,000 is being awarded to five organizations.<br />
&ldquo;We&rsquo;re so happy to be giving this money to these organizations who know our community best,&rdquo; says...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-to-fund-violence-prevention-work-in-the-community/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2022 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-to-fund-violence-prevention-work-in-the-community/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[August Moving Days: How to Recycle Televisions, Computers, and Other Electronics]]></title><description><![CDATA[Electronics must be delivered to the Streets Division&rsquo;s drop-off sites, or to a reputable private electronics recycler in the area. These steps will protect your data and ensure the hazardous materials inside them are handled and recycled safely.<br />
Many common electronic items, like televisions,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/august-moving-days-how-to-recycle-televisions-computers-and-other-electronics/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2022 16:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/august-moving-days-how-to-recycle-televisions-computers-and-other-electronics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monona Terrace 25th Anniversary Celebration Moved to Sunday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Due to today's forecast for potentially severe weather, Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center is moving its 25th Anniversary Celebration to tomorrow night, Sunday, July 24 from 6:30-9:45 pm at its William T. Evjue Rooftop Gardens. Tomorrow night&rsquo;s event will feature local and regional...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/monona-terrace-25th-anniversary-celebration-moved-to-sunday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 Jul 2022 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/monona-terrace-25th-anniversary-celebration-moved-to-sunday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[S. Blair Street Opens in Both Directions]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Blair Street is now open to both sides of traffic for the first time in two months. It was closed for the past two months to speed up the construction process. With this reopening, there will now be improved access to both businesses and residences along the street.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
&ldquo;Our goal has been to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/s-blair-street-opens-in-both-directions/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 Jul 2022 02:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/s-blair-street-opens-in-both-directions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vision Zero Continues Speed Reductions on a Section of East Washington Avenue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Included as part of the 2022 roadway improvements for Vision Zero, new speed limit reductions will occur for several Madison streets identified as having a high level of injury causing crashes. The first one scheduled begins on Monday, July 25, on a section of East Washington Avenue. This portion...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-on-a-section-of-east-washington-avenue/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2022 21:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-on-a-section-of-east-washington-avenue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--S Baldwin Street--RR Replacement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wisconsin &amp; Southern Railroad will replace the three S Baldwin Street railroad track crossings starting 6:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 3.&nbsp; Due to the nature of the work, this will require multi-day street closure of S Baldwin Street between E Washington Avenue and E Wilson Street.&nbsp; The street...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-s-baldwin-street-rr-replacement/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2022 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-s-baldwin-street-rr-replacement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dane County Moves into “High” COVID-19 Community Level]]></title><description><![CDATA[On July 21, 2022, Dane County moved into the Centers for Disease Control&rsquo;s (CDC) &ldquo;high&rdquo; COVID-19 community level. At this level, in accordance with CDC guidance, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County recommends that everyone be up-to-date on their vaccines and take additional precautions,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-county-moves-into-high-covid-19-community-level/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Jul 2022 14:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-county-moves-into-high-covid-19-community-level/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Releases Nationwide Request for Information (RFI) to Increase Sustainable, Equitable and Local Purchasing]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison has ambitious goals around sustainability, diversity, equity, and supporting local businesses. Today, Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway is announcing a new effort to better align City spending with City goals.<br />
The City spends around $500,000,000 annually with external vendors on goods...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-releases-nationwide-request-for-information-rfi-to-increase-sustainable-equitable-and-local-purchasing/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2022 20:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-releases-nationwide-request-for-information-rfi-to-increase-sustainable-equitable-and-local-purchasing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OMG! The Outdoor Music Guide is Now Available]]></title><description><![CDATA[The pandemic negatively affected many businesses, especially those within the hospitality industry. Live music became extremely challenging to host in-person in light of COVID restrictions. Music venues and musicians across Madison looked for creative alternatives to offer shows in which people...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/omg-the-outdoor-music-guide-is-now-available/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 Jul 2022 20:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/omg-the-outdoor-music-guide-is-now-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[August Moving Days: How to Use the Large Item Work Order System during the Move Out]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting the week of August 7, 2022 and ending on Friday, August 19, 2022, the large item work order rules are different for items that are collected at no cost for residents who live in the downtown move-out area.<br />
There are no changes to the work order rules for large items that require a fee,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/august-moving-days-how-to-use-the-large-item-work-order-system-during-the-move-out/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Jul 2022 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/august-moving-days-how-to-use-the-large-item-work-order-system-during-the-move-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CARES Team Expands with Second Response Team and Second Station Location to Better Serve City’s West and South Sides]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison launched the Community Alternative Response Emergency Services (CARES) program, a multi-agency program for addressing non-violent, behavioral health-related emergencies in September of 2021. Dane County&rsquo;s 911 dispatch center dispatches CARES units to these emergencies as an...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/cares-team-expands-with-second-response-team-and-second-station-location-to-better-serve-citys-west-and-south-sides/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2022 20:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/cares-team-expands-with-second-response-team-and-second-station-location-to-better-serve-citys-west-and-south-sides/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ash Armenta Chosen for Thurber Park Artist Residency]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison, WI &ndash; The Madison Arts Commission and The Bubbler at Madison Public Library are pleased to announce that Ash Armenta has been selected as the 2022-23 Thurber Park Artist-in-Residence.<br />
The Madison Arts Commission and The Bubbler at Madison Public Library launched the Thurber Park Artist...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/ash-armenta-chosen-for-thurber-park-artist-residency/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2022 19:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/ash-armenta-chosen-for-thurber-park-artist-residency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Food Scraps Drop-off at Farmers' Markets a Success]]></title><description><![CDATA[The food scraps recycling drop-off program at the South Madison Farmers&rsquo; Market and the Eastside Farmers&rsquo; Market on Tuesday evenings have been a success.<br />
Since the drop-off program began on June 14, the drop-offs have collected 1,444 pounds of food scraps for composting. That&rsquo;s about a hundred...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/food-scraps-drop-off-at-farmers-markets-a-success/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2022 15:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/food-scraps-drop-off-at-farmers-markets-a-success/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monona Terrace Celebrates 25 Years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center officially opened 25 years ago on this date, July 18, 1997. The facility was built with a promise and a mandate to our community to serve as a catalyst for economic activity, a community gathering space, and a tourist destination.<br />
In its first 25 Years...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/monona-terrace-celebrates-25-years/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2022 15:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/monona-terrace-celebrates-25-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Award-Winning Master Recycler Course Returns July 20, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The green recycling carts emptied by the City of Madison Streets Division have far too much stuff in there just doesn&rsquo;t belong.<br />
Your green carts should only contain clean and dry recyclables.<br />
Often mixed in with good recyclables we find things that do not belong in the cart. For example, you should...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/award-winning-master-recycler-course-returns-july-20-2022/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2022 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/award-winning-master-recycler-course-returns-july-20-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Health Expanding Reproductive Health Services in Dane County]]></title><description><![CDATA[With initial investment from Dane County, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County will increase staff, and expand hours and services offered at its Sexual and Reproductive Health clinic beginning later this year. &nbsp;<br />
&ldquo;Access to a full range of reproductive and sexual health services has never been...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-expanding-reproductive-health-services-in-dane-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2022 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-expanding-reproductive-health-services-in-dane-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[August Moving Days Fast Approaching]]></title><description><![CDATA[The annual August Moving Days ritual in downtown Madison will begin soon. On top of packing, hauling, and saying goodbyes, the 20,000-plus Madison residents shuffling apartments soon will need to decide just what to do with all their unwanted stuff.<br />
In the days ahead, the Streets Division will be...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/august-moving-days-fast-approaching/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2022 15:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/august-moving-days-fast-approaching/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Survey results released: Madison residents satisfied with MPD performance overall, more work needs to be done]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Police Department has released the results of a citywide survey designed to improve policing in our community.<br />
Overall, the majority of Madison residents approve of the job police are doing and feel safe in their neighborhoods.<br />
&ldquo;We want to keep our community safe. We want make sure...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/survey-results-released-madison-residents-satisfied-with-mpd-performance-overall-more-work-needs-to-be-done/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2022 13:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/survey-results-released-madison-residents-satisfied-with-mpd-performance-overall-more-work-needs-to-be-done/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrating 50 Years of Conservation Parks: Spotlight on Owen Conservation Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Parks continues its celebration of 50 years of conservation parks with an event and video spotlight featuring a hidden west side treasure. Nearly 97 acres, Owen Conservation Park was once the farm and personal retreat of former University Professor Edward Owen, a driving force, along with...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/celebrating-50-years-of-conservation-parks-spotlight-on-owen-conservation-park/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2022 23:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/celebrating-50-years-of-conservation-parks-spotlight-on-owen-conservation-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway Proposes Stricter Penalties for People Who Threaten/Harass Election Officials and Poll Workers]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the aftermath of the 2020 Presidential Election and the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol, many election officials working at both the state and local levels have been subjected to harassment and violent threats. Indeed, recent surveys have shown that election officials feel unsafe at work...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-proposes-stricter-penalties-for-people-who-threatenharass-election-officials-and-poll-workers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jul 2022 19:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-proposes-stricter-penalties-for-people-who-threatenharass-election-officials-and-poll-workers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway Reacts to Wisconsin Supreme Court Decision on Ballot Drop Boxes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today the Wisconsin Supreme Court put themselves firmly on the side of those who continue to peddle lies about the 2020 election and try to erect obstacles to voting wherever possible. Voting is central to our democracy and we need to promote secure practices that allow eligible citizens to vote....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-satya-rhodes-conway-reacts-to-wisconsin-supreme-court-decision-on-ballot-drop-boxes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2022 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-satya-rhodes-conway-reacts-to-wisconsin-supreme-court-decision-on-ballot-drop-boxes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[RR Track Replacement--West Lakeside Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wisconsin &amp; Southern Railroad will replace the W Lakeside Street railroad track crossing located between Gilson Street and Rowell Street starting 6:00 a.m. on Friday, July 15.&nbsp; Due to the nature of the work, this will require multi-day street closure.&nbsp; The street is expected to reopen at...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/rr-track-replacement-west-lakeside-street/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2022 17:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/rr-track-replacement-west-lakeside-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway Reacts to Wisconsin Supreme Court Decision Affirming Local Public Health Authority]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today&rsquo;s decision by the Wisconsin Supreme Court affirms the ability of local public health agencies to respond rapidly to emerging disease to keep our communities safe.<br />
When Madison faced its first case of COVID-19 in February 2020, our public health systems leapt into action to learn everything...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-satya-rhodes-conway-reacts-to-wisconsin-supreme-court-decision-affirming-local-public-health-authority/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2022 16:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-satya-rhodes-conway-reacts-to-wisconsin-supreme-court-decision-affirming-local-public-health-authority/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Partisan Primary Sample Ballots Available]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Partisan Primary is on Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022.<br />
In the August Partisan Primary, each political party narrows down its candidates for the November election. You may vote for candidates in only one political party of your choice. Your voter registration is not associated with a political party....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/partisan-primary-sample-ballots-available/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2022 17:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/partisan-primary-sample-ballots-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Common Council to Take Up DOE Grant for Grid-Interactive Efficient Buildings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Next Tuesday, the Madison Common Council will take up a grant from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Connected Communities initiative, which advances changes to the electric grid to cut energy costs and emissions.<br />
The grant award is in partnership with Slipstream and MGE, Rocky Mountain Institute...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/common-council-to-take-up-doe-grant-for-grid-interactive-efficient-buildings/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2022 16:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/common-council-to-take-up-doe-grant-for-grid-interactive-efficient-buildings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police chief responds to Highland Park shooting, possible attack locally]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;We are deeply troubled to learn the suspected Illinois parade shooter considered carrying out another attack here in Madison. We feel for the grieving families in Highland Park and all those forever impacted by the events of Monday&rsquo;s shooting. We recognize tragedy very well could have taken place...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/police-chief-responds-to-highland-park-shooting-possible-attack-locally/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Jul 2022 14:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/police-chief-responds-to-highland-park-shooting-possible-attack-locally/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor of Madison Reacts to News About Highland Park Suspect's Trip to Madison Area]]></title><description><![CDATA[First, I want to express my heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and to the entire community in Highland Park who are mourning those killed and trying to heal from this horrific event.<br />
Today&rsquo;s news that the suspected shooter traveled to Madison and contemplated violence here is...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-of-madison-reacts-to-news-about-highland-park-suspects-trip-to-madison-area/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2022 21:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-of-madison-reacts-to-news-about-highland-park-suspects-trip-to-madison-area/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Rolls Out New Hybrid Common Council Meeting Format]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Common Council and Mayor Rhodes-Conway are excited to announce the development of a hybrid format for Common Council meetings to help further the City&rsquo;s equity, accessibility and resident engagement goals. Members of the public may choose to view and/or provide comment in person or...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-rolls-out-new-hybrid-common-council-meeting-format/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Jul 2022 16:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-rolls-out-new-hybrid-common-council-meeting-format/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Final Day to Vote for Electric Compactor Names]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, July 5, 2022, is the final day to vote for the names of the electric compactors at the Streets Division&rsquo;s Sycamore Avenue drop-off site.<br />
Voting will close at 11:59pm tonight, July 5, 2022.<br />
In order to vote, go to the election website and rank the names you like best.<br />
The election remains...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/final-day-to-vote-for-electric-compactor-names/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2022 17:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/final-day-to-vote-for-electric-compactor-names/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat Advisory Issued in Dane County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Temperatures are predicted to be dangerously hot with heat indices approaching 105&deg;. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory&nbsp;from 12pm through 8pm Tuesday, July 5. Extremely high temperatures coupled with high humidity can have some serious effects on your health such as heat...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/heat-advisory-issued-in-dane-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Jul 2022 15:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/heat-advisory-issued-in-dane-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway Condemns Today’s Supreme Court Devastating Ruling on Climate Action]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, the United States Supreme Court effectively handcuffed the ability of the U.S. EPA to regulate environmental pollution &ndash; specifically limiting its ability to fight climate change, the most critical environmental issue of our time. In doing so, they also set a precedent to limit the authority...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-condemns-todays-supreme-court-devastating-ruling-on-climate-action/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2022 21:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-condemns-todays-supreme-court-devastating-ruling-on-climate-action/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Sponsors Free Bus Passes for MMSD Youth Again this Summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[As part of Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway&rsquo;s MetroForward &gt;&gt; initiative, the City of Madison has teamed up for the second year with the Madison Metropolitan School District to distribute a summer Metro Transit pass to ALL middle and high school students, providing a safe and easily accessible way...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-sponsors-free-bus-passes-for-mmsd-youth-again-this-summer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2022 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-sponsors-free-bus-passes-for-mmsd-youth-again-this-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Transit Service Reduced on July 4]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Monday, July 4, Metro runs holiday schedules on the following routes:<br />
2,&nbsp;4,&nbsp;5,&nbsp;6,&nbsp;7,&nbsp;8,&nbsp;13,&nbsp;16,&nbsp;17&nbsp;18,&nbsp;20,&nbsp;21,&nbsp;22,&nbsp;26,&nbsp;30,&nbsp;31,&nbsp;32,&nbsp;36,&nbsp;40,&nbsp;50,&nbsp;51,&nbsp;59,&nbsp;63,&nbsp;67 and 68Route 80 operates a shortened weekend recess schedule, with the final trip of the evening departing from the Memorial Union at 9:...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-service-reduced-on-july-4/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2022 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-service-reduced-on-july-4/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glen Golf Park Grand Reopening Celebration Set for July 10]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Glen Golf Park, known since 1927 as Glenway Golf Course was reimagined and renovated to create a unique mixed-use outdoor recreation golf park. Through the ongoing partnership with the Madison Parks Foundation, along with the shared vision and generous financial and in-kind contributions of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/glen-golf-park-grand-reopening-celebration-set-for-july-10/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 2022 15:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/glen-golf-park-grand-reopening-celebration-set-for-july-10/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firefighters Issue Safety Reminders Ahead Of July 4 Weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, the City of Madison Fire Department reminds everyone to enjoy the holiday safely. Although fun for some, the use of fireworks is illegal in the City of Madison, Village of Shorewood Hills, Town of Madison, and Town of Blooming Grove.<br />
Sparklers, snakes,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/firefighters-issue-safety-reminders-ahead-of-july-4-weekend/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jun 2022 20:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/firefighters-issue-safety-reminders-ahead-of-july-4-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Road Work--North Broom Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beginning 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 5, contractors will begin sanitary sewer replacement at the N Broom Street &amp; W Dayton Street intersection.&nbsp; The 400 block of West Dayton Street will be closed at the intersection.&nbsp; North Broom Street will be reduced to one lane of traffic.<br />
In the following...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/road-work-north-broom-street/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jun 2022 15:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/road-work-north-broom-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Final Week to Vote for the Compactor Names]]></title><description><![CDATA[You have until July 5, 2022 to vote on the name of the electric compactors at the Sycamore Avenue drop-off site.<br />
When you vote, you will be ranking the top five names for the trash compactor and recycling compactor from the list of finalists.<br />
The name with the most points at the close of the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/final-week-to-vote-for-the-compactor-names/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2022 17:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/final-week-to-vote-for-the-compactor-names/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Clerk’s Office Reveals New “I Voted” Stickers]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI &ndash; Voters will have a choice of &ldquo;I Voted&rdquo; stickers when they head out to vote in this fall&rsquo;s elections.<br />
The City of Madison Clerk&rsquo;s Office revealed two new &ldquo;I Voted&rdquo; stickers on Tuesday. High school sophomore Katina Maclin designed the artwork for the stickers as an intern in the City...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-clerks-office-reveals-new-i-voted-stickers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jun 2022 16:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-clerks-office-reveals-new-i-voted-stickers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Streets Division Collections on Monday, July 4, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[There will be no trash, recycling, brush, or large item collection on Monday, July 4, 2022 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. The Streets Division drop-off sites will also be closed.<br />
Trash &amp; Recycling Collection<br />
Madison residents who normally have their refuse and recycling...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-streets-division-collections-on-monday-july-4-2022/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2022 15:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-streets-division-collections-on-monday-july-4-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison police chief responds to Supreme Court ruling on abortion]]></title><description><![CDATA["It&rsquo;s an emotional day for many in the Madison community and across the country. We know people are experiencing deep feelings, on every side, related to the Supreme Court&rsquo;s ruling on abortion rights.<br />
We understand because the Madison Police Department is full of people from different backgrounds...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-police-chief-responds-to-supreme-court-ruling-on-abortion/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jun 2022 00:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-police-chief-responds-to-supreme-court-ruling-on-abortion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Transit Receives Grant Funding to Develop North/South BRT Line]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison recently awarded $670,000 from Federal Transit Administrations&rsquo; grants under the Areas of Persistent Poverty Program. The grant will be applied towards the development of Metro&rsquo;s future north/south Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line. The entire cost of the project is $950,000.<br />
The...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-receives-grant-funding-to-develop-northsouth-brt-line/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2022 21:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-receives-grant-funding-to-develop-northsouth-brt-line/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rae Senarighi aka Transpainter: Portraits with a Purpose]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rae Senarighi,&nbsp;aka Transpainter, presents Portraits With a Purpose, celebrating unapologetic portraiture of vibrant transgender and non-binary power and joy.<br />
Rae&nbsp;is a champion of storytelling through art, as a fine artist, designer, muralist, and cancer survivor working towards accurate and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/rae-senarighi-aka-transpainter-portraits-with-a-purpose/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2022 18:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/rae-senarighi-aka-transpainter-portraits-with-a-purpose/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway’s Statement on the Overturning of Roe vs. Wade]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, the U.S. Supreme Court took away the right to abortion for millions. In doing so, they are now allowing state governments to force people, including minors and victims of rape and incest, to give birth.<br />
They have also fundamentally damaged and undermined the right to privacy upon which many...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-satya-rhodes-conways-statement-on-the-overturning-of-roe-vs-wade/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2022 18:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-satya-rhodes-conways-statement-on-the-overturning-of-roe-vs-wade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It Takes A Village Returns to Penn Park on June 30]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- The &ldquo;It Takes A Village'' Community Resource Fair focuses on bringing the community together in a fun environment to learn about services available on the south side of Madison. Stop by Penn Park between 12-5PM on Thursday, June 30 for free food, music and lots of activities for kids...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/it-takes-a-village-returns-to-penn-park-on-june-30/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2022 23:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/it-takes-a-village-returns-to-penn-park-on-june-30/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brush from June 13, 2022 Storm to be Collected by Friday, July 8, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[Streets Division has a goal to have all brush related to the June 13, 2022 storm collected from the curb by Friday, July 8, 2022.<br />
You should place your brush to the curb for collection by the scheduled set-out day for your neighborhood. The brush set-out schedule is available at www.cityofmadison....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brush-from-june-13-2022-storm-to-be-collected-by-friday-july-8-2022/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2022 21:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brush-from-june-13-2022-storm-to-be-collected-by-friday-july-8-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison and Partners Announce Plans for Program to Cut Carbon Emissions in Commercial Buildings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway, Alder Syed Abbas, and Alder Tag Evers were joined by community leaders from 350 Wisconsin, Elevate Energy, and others to announce plans to develop a new Building Energy Savings program. The program aims to help commercial building owners identify opportunities to increase...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-and-partners-announce-plans-for-program-to-cut-carbon-emissions-in-commercial-buildings/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2022 20:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-and-partners-announce-plans-for-program-to-cut-carbon-emissions-in-commercial-buildings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vote to Name the Streets Division’s Electric Compactors]]></title><description><![CDATA[The election to name the Streets Division electric compactors is now open.<br />
The final day to vote is Tuesday, July 5, 2022.<br />
How to Vote for Your Electric Compactors<br />
Go to the election website and then you will rank your top five names from the list of fifteen finalists for each compactor.<br />
You can...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vote-to-name-the-streets-divisions-electric-compactors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2022 18:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vote-to-name-the-streets-divisions-electric-compactors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bigger than Bees: Celebrate Pollinator Week June 20-26, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Engineering and Parks Divisions invite the community to &ldquo;bee&rdquo; proactive with supporting pollinators during National Pollinator Week, June 20-26, 2022.<br />
Pollinator Week is an annual celebration in support of pollinator health, according to the Pollinator Partnership.&nbsp;It is a time...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/bigger-than-bees-celebrate-pollinator-week-june-20-26-2022/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jun 2022 17:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/bigger-than-bees-celebrate-pollinator-week-june-20-26-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City Launches Guaranteed Income Research Program to Support Low-Income Families]]></title><description><![CDATA[Application Portal for Madison Forward Fund is Now Open for Qualifying Families to Apply for Guaranteed Income for One Year<br />
Applications opened today for the Madison Forward Fund: a guaranteed income pilot that will give 155 families in Madison $500 per month for one year. The program is a...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-launches-guaranteed-income-research-program-to-support-low-income-families/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2022 20:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-launches-guaranteed-income-research-program-to-support-low-income-families/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library’s Dream Bus Announces Summer Schedule]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- Madison Public Library&rsquo;s mobile library the Dream Bus will begin its summer schedule on Tuesday, June 21.<br />
Throughout the year, the Dream Bus visits a dozen stops across the city that have traditionally faced transportation barriers in accessing library services. From June-August, the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-librarys-dream-bus-announces-summer-schedule/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2022 18:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-librarys-dream-bus-announces-summer-schedule/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stay Cool, Hydrated &amp; Connected: Heat Advisory Issued in Dane County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Temperatures are predicted to be dangerously hot with heat indices approaching 105&deg; on Tuesday. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory from 12pm through 7pm Tuesday.<br />
Extremely high temperatures coupled with high humidity can have some serious effects on your health such as heat...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/stay-cool-hydrated-amp-connected-heat-advisory-issued-in-dane-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2022 17:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/stay-cool-hydrated-amp-connected-heat-advisory-issued-in-dane-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Complete 2022 Trash and Recycling Collection Calendars Now Available]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison residents can now download their trash and recycling calendars for the entirety of 2022.<br />
How to Get Your Collection Calendar<br />
Go to the Streets Division&rsquo;s collection schedule website, www.cityofmadison.com/CollectionSchedule.<br />
Enter your address into the form.<br />
You will then be taken to a new...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/complete-2022-trash-and-recycling-collection-calendars-now-available/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jun 2022 17:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/complete-2022-trash-and-recycling-collection-calendars-now-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Wild Rumpus Returns to Offer A Unique Play Experience in the Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- Madison Public Library and Madison Parks bring you A Wild Rumpus: An Anji Play Experience at two parks June through August.<br />
Enjoy free, child-led play in the park on Wednesday evenings throughout the summer. The library provides special play equipment to spark your children's...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/a-wild-rumpus-returns-to-offer-a-unique-play-experience-in-the-park/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Jun 2022 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/a-wild-rumpus-returns-to-offer-a-unique-play-experience-in-the-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm Response Operations Update]]></title><description><![CDATA[Clean-up operations from the June 13 storm will continue through the week and onto Saturday. Collection will resume next week following the Juneteenth holiday.<br />
Residents planning on using the Olin Avenue drop-off site on Saturday, June 18, 2022 should be prepared for large vehicle traffic, dust,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/storm-response-operations-update/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jun 2022 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/storm-response-operations-update/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storm Clean-Up Operations Update for June 15, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[Urban Forestry crews continue responding to damage caused by the severe storm of June 13, 2022.<br />
Today, Urban Forestry crews will be focusing on clearing the remaining reported street and roadway blockages. Crews will also remove terrace trees that were reported or otherwise identified as being...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/storm-clean-up-operations-update-for-june-15-2022/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2022 19:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/storm-clean-up-operations-update-for-june-15-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Operates Standard Service on Juneteenth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Metro Transit will operate&nbsp;standard service on Juneteenth, Sunday, June 19, and on the observed holiday of Monday, June 20, with the exception of Route 80 and 84 UW Campus service.<br />
On Sunday, June 19, buses follow regular weekend schedules on the following routes:<br />
2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 13, 16, 17, 18,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-operates-standard-service-on-juneteenth/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2022 18:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-operates-standard-service-on-juneteenth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawthorne Library Closed June 14 Due to Power Outage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hawthorne Library (2707 E. Washington Ave.) has closed due to a power outage. All programs for the day have been canceled.<br />
Library customers who cannot visit another library may use the library remotely by using LINKcat to place holds, check library card records, or renew items. Library items may...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/hawthorne-library-closed-june-14-due-to-power-outage/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2022 00:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/hawthorne-library-closed-june-14-due-to-power-outage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brush Collection &amp; Storm Clean Up Operations Update]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets and Urban Forestry Division have been hard at work cleaning up from yesterday&rsquo;s storm.<br />
Below is an update on the clean-up operations and directions for residents on what to expect for brush collection from the curb.<br />
Urban ForestryUrban Forestry staff worked late into the evening on...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brush-collection-amp-storm-clean-up-operations-update/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2022 21:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brush-collection-amp-storm-clean-up-operations-update/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dane County Officials Urge Caution During Extreme Heat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dane County is under a heat advisory until 8pm tomorrow. This excessive heat comes less than 24 hours after severe thunderstorms rolled through the Dane County area and caused damage.<br />
Dane County, in partnership with Madison College and the American Red Cross, has opened two cooling centers:...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-county-officials-urge-caution-during-extreme-heat/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2022 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-county-officials-urge-caution-during-extreme-heat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City Offices Closed June 20 in Observation of Juneteenth]]></title><description><![CDATA[All City of Madison offices will be closed on Monday, June 20, 2022,&nbsp;in observation of Juneteenth. Holiday schedules for City services be found at https://www.cityofmadison.com/city-hall/holiday-schedules.<br />
Emergency services are not impacted by the holiday and remain available. If you have an...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-offices-closed-june-20-in-observation-of-juneteenth/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2022 16:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-offices-closed-june-20-in-observation-of-juneteenth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Update on the City Response to Storm Damage this Afternoon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many City of Madison departments have been responding to today's damaging storm including fire, police, traffic engineering, forestry, streets, building inspection, engineering and more.<br />
Truax Park Apartments, Community Development Authority (CDA) housing located at 1501 Wright Street, lost a part...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/update-on-the-city-response-to-storm-damage-this-afternoon/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jun 2022 04:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/update-on-the-city-response-to-storm-damage-this-afternoon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Urban Forestry Responding to Storm Damage]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Urban Forestry and Streets Division are responding this afternoon&rsquo;s severe storm.<br />
Crews will be working through evening clearing downed trees from roadways and removing fallen trees from parked cars and other private property. Once these high priority issues are resolved, crews...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/urban-forestry-responding-to-storm-damage/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2022 23:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/urban-forestry-responding-to-storm-damage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Streets Division Closed June 19 and June 20 in Observance of Juneteenth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Streets Division drop-off sites will be closed on Sunday, June 19, 2022 and Monday, June 20, 2022.<br />
On Monday, June 20, there will be no recycling, trash or other curbside collections performed by the City of Madison Streets Division.<br />
The drop-off site closures and collection delays are done in...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-closed-june-19-and-june-20-in-observance-of-juneteenth/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2022 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-closed-june-19-and-june-20-in-observance-of-juneteenth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Apply to Be the Next Native American Storyteller-in-Residence at Madison Public Library]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI &ndash; Madison Public Library, in partnership with Ho-Chunk Gaming Madison, is seeking a Native American Storyteller to facilitate programs during a two-month residency between October and December 2022. The goal is to highlight Native stories and culture, past and present. The selected...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/apply-to-be-the-next-native-american-storyteller-in-residence-at-madison-public-library/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2022 16:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/apply-to-be-the-next-native-american-storyteller-in-residence-at-madison-public-library/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Goodman Pool Opens, 12pm Friday, June 10]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thanks to Goodman's Jewelers the first 500 kids will receive FREE ADMISSION to the Irwin A. and Robert D. Goodman Pool beginning at 12pm on Friday, June 10!&nbsp;Honoring Irwin and Robert Goodman, John and Catherine Hayes, owners of Goodman&rsquo;s Jewelers continue this annual tradition of sponsoring opening...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/goodman-pool-opens-12pm-friday-june-10/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jun 2022 15:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/goodman-pool-opens-12pm-friday-june-10/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dismazed and Driven: Book Reading with Diane Nilan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since 2005, Diane Nilan has traveled the U.S. documenting the pervasive and underestimated problem of family homelessness. On Monday, June 13th from 6 to 7:30 pm, Nilan will visit the Madison Central Library to read and discuss her book, Dismazed and Driven: My Look at Family Homelessness in...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dismazed-and-driven-book-reading-with-diane-nilan/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jun 2022 18:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dismazed-and-driven-book-reading-with-diane-nilan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Food Scraps Recycling Begins on June 14, 2022 at Two Neighborhood Farmers’ Markets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mark your calendars. Food scraps recycling returns next week!<br />
From June 14, 2022 until September 27, 2022 on Tuesday evenings, you will be able to drop off certain food scraps at two neighborhood farmer&rsquo;s markets.<br />
Where are the food scraps drop-off locations?South Madison Farmers&rsquo; Market: 1602...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/food-scraps-recycling-begins-on-june-14-2022-at-two-neighborhood-farmers-markets/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jun 2022 16:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/food-scraps-recycling-begins-on-june-14-2022-at-two-neighborhood-farmers-markets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Common Council Approves Metro Transit Network Redesign Plan with Amendments]]></title><description><![CDATA[After almost 60 public meetings, the Common Council approved the Metro Transit Network Redesign. The plan had been previously amended and passed by the Transportation Policy and Planning Board, and passed Council with no further changes.&nbsp; A revised map with the amendments showing the final...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/common-council-approves-metro-transit-network-redesign-plan-with-amendments/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jun 2022 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/common-council-approves-metro-transit-network-redesign-plan-with-amendments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Changes to Common Council Meetings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Notice of changes to the way Council meetings are structuredPublic Comment:Public comments are taken at the beginning of the meeting, after honoring resolutions and the consent agenda is read. There is no longer a separate early public comment period (Effective Feb. 2022).<br />
Registrants are...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/changes-to-common-council-meetings/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jun 2022 21:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/changes-to-common-council-meetings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Bubbler at Madison Public Library Installs Artists at All Nine Library Locations for Summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- The Bubbler at Madison Public Library is working with nine local Madison artists to create programming for kids and families at each Madison Public Library location during the summer. Artists will host one program a week in the library, as well as engage with community events...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-bubbler-at-madison-public-library-installs-artists-at-all-nine-library-locations-for-summer/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2022 22:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-bubbler-at-madison-public-library-installs-artists-at-all-nine-library-locations-for-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[25th Annual Madison Bike Week is June 6-10]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Bikes and the City of Madison invite you to attend a short press conference kicking off the 25th annual Bike Week in Madison. Events are planned throughout the city. Events this year feature pop-up bike stations with free treats and bike checks, plus movies, organized bike rides, and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/25th-annual-madison-bike-week-is-june-6-10/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2022 21:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/25th-annual-madison-bike-week-is-june-6-10/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kids Summer Programming at Madison Public Library Kicks-Off in June]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- Madison Public Library&rsquo;s We Read program is celebrating the joy of reading and the beginning of summer with programs for kids and families just as school lets out.<br />
Beginning June 10, each of the nine public library locations and the Dream Bus will host We Read bookmaking programs....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/kids-summer-programming-at-madison-public-library-kicks-off-in-june/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2022 23:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/kids-summer-programming-at-madison-public-library-kicks-off-in-june/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monona Terrace Commemorates 25th Anniversary with Free Community Celebration]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center is celebrating its 25th Anniversary with a free community celebration on Saturday, July 23 from 6:30-9:45 pm at its William T. Evjue Rooftop Gardens. The event will feature local and regional bands, dance performances, and conclude with a spectacular...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/monona-terrace-commemorates-25th-anniversary-with-free-community-celebration/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2022 20:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/monona-terrace-commemorates-25th-anniversary-with-free-community-celebration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway Reacts to Latest Court Decision Approving City’s Use of Election Grants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway reacted to Judge Stephen Ehlke&rsquo;s decision today to dismiss another lawsuit brought by the national right-wing legal group called the Thomas Moore Society against measures Madison took to provide safe, secure voting during the pandemic.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
&ldquo;It&rsquo;s been clear from the beginning that...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-reacts-to-latest-court-decision-approving-citys-use-of-election-grants/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2022 17:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-reacts-to-latest-court-decision-approving-citys-use-of-election-grants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trashy McTrashface? Compressica Simpson? Or Something Else?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The deadline to submit your suggestions to name the trash and recycling compactors at our Sycamore Avenue drop-off site is June 7, 2022.<br />
We have received nearly 400 individual name suggestions so far. The suggestions have been great. They&rsquo;ve ranged from clever puns of celebrities and historical...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trashy-mctrashface-compressica-simpson-or-something-else/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2022 15:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trashy-mctrashface-compressica-simpson-or-something-else/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Know Before You Go: Check Water Conditions Before Swimming]]></title><description><![CDATA[Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County monitors conditions and tests the water at local beaches to make sure they are safe for swimming.<br />
&ldquo;During the summer months, harmful bacteria and toxins can be lurking in the water and it can sometimes be hard to know if it...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/know-before-you-go-check-water-conditions-before-swimming/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jun 2022 15:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/know-before-you-go-check-water-conditions-before-swimming/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reiner Neighborhood Development Plan Public Meeting Scheduled]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is restarting the process to prepare the Reiner Neighborhood Development Plan that was paused in 2020 to obtain additional information through a stormwater management study. The planning area covers approximately 1,500 acres generally bounded by Felland Road, the Wisconsin...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/reiner-neighborhood-development-plan-public-meeting-scheduled/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 May 2022 21:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/reiner-neighborhood-development-plan-public-meeting-scheduled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seven Resumes Received for District 11 Common Council Vacancy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council President Keith Furman received seven (7) resumes to fill the Aldermanic District 11 vacancy by the 4:30pm deadline on May 27, 2022.<br />
The following individuals will be invited to participate in the interview process to serve District 11 until April 18, 2023. They are all residents of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/seven-resumes-received-for-district-11-common-council-vacancy/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 May 2022 01:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/seven-resumes-received-for-district-11-common-council-vacancy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Curbside Yard Waste Collection Now Complete; Collection Will Return in the Fall]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division&rsquo;s last chance yard waste collection round is complete. All neighborhoods have received their third and final curbside pickup this spring.<br />
Do not place yard waste at the road edge or terrace for pickup at this time.<br />
Curbside collection is now over for the spring and summer...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/curbside-yard-waste-collection-now-complete-collection-will-return-in-the-fall/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2022 16:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/curbside-yard-waste-collection-now-complete-collection-will-return-in-the-fall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison and Dane County Parks Host Free Disc Golf Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Parks and Dane County Parks&nbsp;are offering a permit-free disc golf day on Saturday, May 28 at four local disc golf courses. Each course offers its own unique landscape and features.<br />
City of Madison Parks CoursesElver Park (18 holes) - 1250 McKenna Boulevard<br />
Hiestand Park (18 holes) - 4302...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-and-dane-county-parks-host-free-disc-golf-day/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2022 22:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-and-dane-county-parks-host-free-disc-golf-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Service Reduced on Monday, May 30]]></title><description><![CDATA[In observance of Memorial Day, Metro will run HOLIDAY&nbsp;schedules on Monday, May 30 on the following routes:<br />
2,&nbsp;4,&nbsp;5,&nbsp;6,&nbsp;7,&nbsp;8,&nbsp;13,&nbsp;16,&nbsp;17,&nbsp;18,&nbsp;20,&nbsp;21,&nbsp;22,&nbsp;26,&nbsp;30,&nbsp;31,&nbsp;32,&nbsp;36,&nbsp;40,&nbsp;50,&nbsp;51,&nbsp;59,&nbsp;63,&nbsp;67&nbsp;and&nbsp;68&nbsp;Routes 80-84 will not operate.&nbsp;<br />
PARATRANSIT STANDING RIDES CANCELED<br />
All standing paratransit...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-service-reduced-on-monday-may-30/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2022 21:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-service-reduced-on-monday-may-30/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Arts Commission awards $450,000 in grants to support creative workforce]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Arts Commission (MAC) is pleased to announce $450,000 in grant awards to local arts organizations through a special grant program called &ldquo;Artists at Work.&rdquo; MAC designed this grant opportunity to encourage non-profit organizations to generate, reinstate, and create arts industry jobs....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-arts-commission-awards-450000-in-grants-to-support-creative-workforce/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2022 00:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-arts-commission-awards-450000-in-grants-to-support-creative-workforce/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Transit Public Art Project Finalists]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Arts Commission (MAC) has selected four (4) finalists to provide proposals for a public art project for the Metro Transit Maintenance Facility&nbsp;near the corner of East Washington Avenue and South Ingersoll Street. The finalists are: Actual Size Artworks (Gail Simpson and Aristotle...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-public-art-project-finalists/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 May 2022 23:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-public-art-project-finalists/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&ldquo;Wear Orange&rdquo; Walk &amp; Rally to Raise Awareness of Gun Violence]]></title><description><![CDATA[As part of ongoing efforts to reduce gun violence in our community, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is recognizing National Gun Violence Awareness Day by hosting a &ldquo;Wear Orange Day&rdquo; walk and rally on Friday, June 3 in collaboration with community partners.<br />
&ldquo;The recent events in Uvalde,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/ldquowear-orangerdquo-walk-amp-rally-to-raise-awareness-of-gun-violence/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 May 2022 23:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/ldquowear-orangerdquo-walk-amp-rally-to-raise-awareness-of-gun-violence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Electronics Recycling Event June 4, 2022 at Warner Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[Universal Recycling Technologies (URT) is hosting a one-day electronics recycling event at Warner Park parking lot (2930 N. Sherman Ave.) on Saturday, June 4, 2022 from 8:00am to 1:00pm.<br />
Only certain electronics will be accepted. There will be no cost to drop off these select electronics during the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/electronics-recycling-event-june-4-2022-at-warner-park/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 May 2022 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/electronics-recycling-event-june-4-2022-at-warner-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Transit Public Hearing Scheduled - Network Redesign]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, May 31, Metro Transit and the City of Madison Transportation Policy and Planning Board (TPPB) will hold a virtual public hearing at 6 PM to discuss the proposed transit network redesign expected to go into effect in June of 2023.<br />
Public Hearing DetailsLegistar Link<br />
Agenda<br />
Register to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-public-hearing-scheduled-network-redesign/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 May 2022 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-public-hearing-scheduled-network-redesign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Can You Take for Food Scraps Recycling at the Market Drop-off Locations?]]></title><description><![CDATA[This summer from June 14, 2022 until September 27, 2022 you will be able to drop off certain food scraps at two neighborhood farmer&rsquo;s markets.<br />
In order for this program to be a success, you must bring the correct food scraps. Not everything that could possibly be composted is accepted in this...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/what-can-you-take-for-food-scraps-recycling-at-the-market-drop-off-locations/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 May 2022 15:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/what-can-you-take-for-food-scraps-recycling-at-the-market-drop-off-locations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wisconsin Book Festival Celebrates 20th Anniversary]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Wisconsin Book Festival marks its 20th anniversary this year, beginning with two signature upcoming events featuring James Beard Award-winning chef Kwame Onwuachi and best-selling author James Patterson.<br />
Raised in the Bronx, Nigeria and Louisiana, former Top Chef contestant and now recurring...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/wisconsin-book-festival-celebrates-20th-anniversary/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2022 21:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/wisconsin-book-festival-celebrates-20th-anniversary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Friends of Madison Public Library BIG BOOK SALE]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seven library Friends' groups are pooling their inventory for a large sale of gently used and donated books.&nbsp; The sale takes place Saturday, June 4, 2022, 9am-4pm, rain or shine, at the Madison Public Library Service &amp; Support Center at 1301 W. Badger Road in Madison.&nbsp; All proceeds benefit...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/friends-of-madison-public-library-big-book-sale/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2022 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/friends-of-madison-public-library-big-book-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Streets Division Collections on Memorial Day, May 30, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[There will be no recycling, trash, brush, or large item collections performed by the City of Madison Streets Division on Monday, May 30, 2021 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. The Streets Division drop-off sites will also be closed.<br />
Madison residents who normally have their trash and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-streets-division-collections-on-memorial-day-may-30-2022/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2022 16:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-streets-division-collections-on-memorial-day-may-30-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four Resumes Received for District 20 Common Council Vacancy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council President Keith Furman received four (4) resumes to fill the upcoming Aldermanic District 20 vacancy by the 4:30pm deadline on May 20, 2022.<br />
The following individuals will be invited to participate in the interview process to serve District 20 until April 18, 2023. They are all residents of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/four-resumes-received-for-district-20-common-council-vacancy/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 May 2022 00:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/four-resumes-received-for-district-20-common-council-vacancy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Help Name the Streets Division's Electric Compactors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Compactrick McCrunchface &amp; Flatten O&rsquo;Squishly? Squeezy-E &amp; Makes Cubes? Ken Cramthings &amp; Mangle&rsquo;em Bialik? Darth Squasher &amp; Emperor Pulvertine? (Shut Up, Wesley) Crusher &amp; TrashKhaaaaaaan!? Swole John Oliver &amp; Adam Driver?The Streets Division is calling on Madison...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/help-name-the-streets-divisions-electric-compactors/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 May 2022 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/help-name-the-streets-divisions-electric-compactors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MPD detective dies following battle with cancer]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Madison Police Department Detective Amanda Analla.<br />
Amanda passed away Tuesday afternoon after a fierce battle with HLH and Non-Hodgkin's T Cell Lymphoma, a rare form of cancer. She was 35 years old.<br />
Amanda joined the Madison Police Department...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mpd-detective-dies-following-battle-with-cancer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 May 2022 00:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mpd-detective-dies-following-battle-with-cancer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor and Council Leadership Condemn Racist Buffalo Shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[As community leaders and community members, we are devastated and angered by the abhorrent, racially motivated hate crime that recently took the lives of 10 innocent Black Americans in Buffalo, NY. Racially motivated acts fueled by the unchecked legacy of white supremacy should have no home in...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-and-council-leadership-condemn-racist-buffalo-shooting/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 May 2022 18:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-and-council-leadership-condemn-racist-buffalo-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2022 Silver Lining Awards Honors Arts, Community and Hospitality]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison, Wis. &ndash; Friends of Madison Arts Commission (FoMAC) hosted the first Silver Lining Awards on Thursday, May 12. The event was sponsored by Madison Arts Commission (MAC) and in partnership with Garver Events with additional support provided by Destination Madison, Barbara Schrank and WORT 89.9...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2022-silver-lining-awards-honors-arts-community-and-hospitality/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2022 21:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2022-silver-lining-awards-honors-arts-community-and-hospitality/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Food Scraps Recycling at Eastside Farmer’s Market Begins on June 14, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison in partnership with Sustain Dane and Neighborhood Food Solutions is happy to announce the second location for food scraps recycling this summer.<br />
Individuals may take certain allowable food scraps to a designated drop-off booth at the Eastside Farmer&rsquo;s Market beginning on Tuesday...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/food-scraps-recycling-at-eastside-farmers-market-begins-on-june-14-2022/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 May 2022 18:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/food-scraps-recycling-at-eastside-farmers-market-begins-on-june-14-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City Celebrates Infrastructure and Public Works Weeks:  May 16-20]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison invites the community to celebrate the City&rsquo;s Public Works agencies and infrastructure progress for Infrastructure and Public Works weeks, May 16-20, 2022. Both weeks celebrate different topics, but are designated on the same week.<br />
Infrastructure Week is an opportunity for...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-celebrates-infrastructure-and-public-works-weeks-may-16-20/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2022 17:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-celebrates-infrastructure-and-public-works-weeks-may-16-20/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Health Announces $1 Million in Funding for Anti-Violence Work]]></title><description><![CDATA[To address the growing and urgent issue of violence in our community, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County announced $1,065,000 in funding that is now available for agencies and organizations that support specific and targeted efforts aimed at reducing violence in our community.<br />
In 2021, Public...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-announces-1-million-in-funding-for-anti-violence-work/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2022 16:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-announces-1-million-in-funding-for-anti-violence-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alder Arvina Martin Announces Resignation from Madison Common Council Effective May 25, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, Alder Arvina Martin, District 11, has announced her resignation from the Madison Common Council effective May 25, 2022, at noon.<br />
&ldquo;It&rsquo;s been a pleasure to serve all of you and the community over these past 5 years. Serving my neighbors and the city I love has been the greatest incredible...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alder-arvina-martin-announces-resignation-from-madison-common-council-effective-may-25-2022/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 May 2022 21:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alder-arvina-martin-announces-resignation-from-madison-common-council-effective-may-25-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lane Closures--Eastbound University Avenue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eastbound University Avenue will be reduced to one lane of traffic at Tomahawk Trail under the following schedule:Monday, May 16, off-peak hours only<br />
Tuesday, May 17, all dayDrivers should expect travel delays especially during the morning and afternoon rush hour on Tuesday, May 17 and use an...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lane-closures-eastbound-university-avenue/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 May 2022 19:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lane-closures-eastbound-university-avenue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Last Chance Yard Waste Collection Begins Week of May 15, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division will perform one final yard waste collection this spring.<br />
Residents who wish to take advantage of this collection must have their yard waste out for pickup by Sunday, May 15.<br />
Crews will begin the last chance collection during the work week following Sunday, May 15. Crews will...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/last-chance-yard-waste-collection-begins-week-of-may-15-2022/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 May 2022 19:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/last-chance-yard-waste-collection-begins-week-of-may-15-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Six Resumes Received for District 3 Common Council Vacancy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Council President Keith Furman received six (6) resumes to fill the upcoming Aldermanic District 3 vacancy by the 4:30pm deadline on May 11, 2022.<br />
The following individuals will be invited to participate in the interview process to serve District 3 until April 18, 2023. They are all residents of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/six-resumes-received-for-district-3-common-council-vacancy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 May 2022 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/six-resumes-received-for-district-3-common-council-vacancy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure Update--South Blair Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting Monday, May 16, South Blair Street will be fully closed at all times--including the morning rush hour.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
Starting today, May 11, additional westbound Williamson Street lanes (two left-turn only lanes and one thru lane) have opened as construction activities move out of the Williamson/...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-update-south-blair-street/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 May 2022 20:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-update-south-blair-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Common Council to Consider Passenger Rail Station Location Study]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everyone is excited about the possibility of Amtrak passenger rail coming to Madison, but where would we put the station?<br />
This is a question the Common Council seeks to answer tonight as they move forward funds for a Passenger Rail Station Location Study. This $120,000 study will be introduced on...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/common-council-to-consider-passenger-rail-station-location-study/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2022 19:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/common-council-to-consider-passenger-rail-station-location-study/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monona Terrace 2022 Art on the Rooftop Now on Exhibit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monona Terrace&rsquo;s 2022 Art on the Rooftop public sculptures are now on exhibit on Olin Terrace and the William T. Evjue Rooftop Gardens. The exhibit began as an outdoor pilot project in 2014 to help showcase the rooftop as another &ldquo;must see&rdquo; Madison destination. It has since become an annual program...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/monona-terrace-2022-art-on-the-rooftop-now-on-exhibit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2022 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/monona-terrace-2022-art-on-the-rooftop-now-on-exhibit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Food Scraps Recycling at South Madison Farmer’s Market Begins on June 14, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison in partnership with Sustain Dane and Neighborhood Food Solutions is happy to announce the return of food scraps recycling.<br />
Individuals may take certain allowable food scraps to a designated drop-off booth at the South Madison Farmer&rsquo;s Market beginning on Tuesday, June 14, 2022....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/food-scraps-recycling-at-south-madison-farmers-market-begins-on-june-14-2022/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2022 18:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/food-scraps-recycling-at-south-madison-farmers-market-begins-on-june-14-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrating 50 Years of Conservation Parks: Spotlight on Edna Taylor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Parks continues its celebration of 50 years of conservation parks with an event and video spotlight on an eastside gem. Located between Monona Drive and Stoughton Road, Edna Taylor Conservation Park provides a respite from the nearby city hustle with wetlands and trails meandering through...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/celebrating-50-years-of-conservation-parks-spotlight-on-edna-taylor/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2022 18:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/celebrating-50-years-of-conservation-parks-spotlight-on-edna-taylor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison police chief responds to arson investigation on city's north side]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Police Department understands members of our community are feeling deep emotions due to the recent news involving the United States Supreme Court.<br />
Early Sunday morning, our team began investigating a suspicious fire inside an office building on the city&rsquo;s north side.<br />
It appears a...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-police-chief-responds-to-arson-investigation-on-citys-north-side/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 May 2022 18:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-police-chief-responds-to-arson-investigation-on-citys-north-side/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Applications Being Accepted to Fill Twentieth Aldermanic District Vacancy]]></title><description><![CDATA[District 20 Alder Christian Albouras notified Council leadership of his resignation from the Madison Common Council effective May 20th at noon.<br />
District 20 residents are invited to apply to fill this vacancy for the remainder of the term, which ends on April 18, 2023.<br />
Check whether you live in...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/applications-being-accepted-to-fill-twentieth-aldermanic-district-vacancy/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 May 2022 15:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/applications-being-accepted-to-fill-twentieth-aldermanic-district-vacancy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Overdose Fatality Review Reveals Troubling Trends in Dane County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County released its report on the 2022 Dane County Overdose Fatality Review (OFR). The report is a representation of efforts to gather data, analyze trends, hear real accounts from families impacted by drug overdoses, and develop recommendations to prevent future...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/overdose-fatality-review-reveals-troubling-trends-in-dane-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 May 2022 14:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/overdose-fatality-review-reveals-troubling-trends-in-dane-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olbrich Park Launch, Boaters Advised to Use Caution Navigating Shallow Water]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Parks is aware of the boat launch navigation issues at Olbrich Park. As in previous years, we are advising boaters to use caution navigating the narrowed channel where the Starkweather Creek meets Lake Monona due to low lake levels and creek sediment.<br />
Since 2019, we have worked to secure...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/olbrich-park-launch-boaters-advised-to-use-caution-navigating-shallow-water/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 May 2022 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/olbrich-park-launch-boaters-advised-to-use-caution-navigating-shallow-water/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Engineering Crews Clean Up Sewer Overflow on Southwest Side]]></title><description><![CDATA[The area of the 300 block of Island Drive is now cleared and properly cleaned after a sanitary sewer overflow happened May 4, 2022 at 9:15 a.m.<br />
The Engineering Division responded quickly and minimal sanitary sewer waste spilled into the area.&nbsp; The sanitary sewer manhole overflowed into the grass...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/engineering-crews-clean-up-sewer-overflow-on-southwest-side/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2022 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/engineering-crews-clean-up-sewer-overflow-on-southwest-side/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The City of Madison Officially Recognized as a Vision Zero Community]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison has been officially recognized as a Vision Zero community for its work to prioritize the safety of all road users, including adopting a Vision Zero plan setting the goal of zero traffic deaths or severe injuries by 2035.<br />
The recognition of Madison&rsquo;s work comes from the national...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-city-of-madison-officially-recognized-as-a-vision-zero-community/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2022 23:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-city-of-madison-officially-recognized-as-a-vision-zero-community/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The City of Madison Officially Joins the Vision Zero Network]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison has officially been accepted into the Vision Zero Network. This nationwide collaborative campaign brings together communities committed to zero traffic fatalities and severe injuries -- while increasing safe, healthy, equitable mobility for all.&nbsp; As a nonprofit project focused...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-city-of-madison-officially-joins-the-vision-zero-network/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2022 20:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-city-of-madison-officially-joins-the-vision-zero-network/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Reconstruction--University Avenue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 18, lane closures will begin on University Avenue between Shorewood Boulevard and University Bay Drive for street reconstruction.<br />
This reconstruction will be completed over two years&mdash;work this year will take place within the westbound lanes, with both directions...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-reconstruction-university-avenue/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2022 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-reconstruction-university-avenue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes Conway, Council President Furman and Vice President Currie Statement on the Leak of Supreme Court Draft Opinion Overturning Roe v. Wade]]></title><description><![CDATA[It appears the U.S. Supreme Court is poised to overturn Roe v. Wade, instantly making abortion illegal in Wisconsin due to an 1849 law that is still on the books.<br />
We refuse to go back to 1849. We will not allow an extremist court, representing the position of a minority of voters, strip women of a...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-council-president-furman-and-vice-president-currie-statement-on-the-leak-of-supreme-court-draft-opinion-overturning-roe-v-wade/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2022 16:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-council-president-furman-and-vice-president-currie-statement-on-the-leak-of-supreme-court-draft-opinion-overturning-roe-v-wade/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lilada Gee’s “I AM JOY” distributed to local children]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Arts Commission is pleased to announce a special printing and distribution of I AM JOY: Affirmation &amp; Activity Book by Lilada Gee. I AM JOY: Affirmation &amp; Activity Book is designed to inspire strong self-esteem in youth. The activities are great to do alone, with a friend,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lilada-gees-i-am-joy-distributed-to-local-children/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 May 2022 00:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lilada-gees-i-am-joy-distributed-to-local-children/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alder Christian Albouras Announces Resignation from Madison Common Council Effective May 20, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, Alder Christian Albouras, District 20, has announced his resignation from the Madison Common Council effective May 20, 2022 at noon.<br />
&ldquo;It is bittersweet to share that our family will be moving out of the Meadowood Neighborhood and out of District 20. This will necessitate my resignation as...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alder-christian-albouras-announces-resignation-from-madison-common-council-effective-may-20-2022/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 May 2022 21:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alder-christian-albouras-announces-resignation-from-madison-common-council-effective-may-20-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storytelling Event Encourages Essential Workers to Share Their Experiences on the Mic]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- Madison Public Library&rsquo;s Library Takeover program will launch its final event of the 2021-2022 class on Saturday, May 14 at Lisa Link Peace Park (425 State St.) from 4-6 p.m. (Rain location is Central Library, third floor (201 W Mifflin). The event, Essential: True Stories of Unseen...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/storytelling-event-encourages-essential-workers-to-share-their-experiences-on-the-mic/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 May 2022 21:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/storytelling-event-encourages-essential-workers-to-share-their-experiences-on-the-mic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Police Department helps keep community safe on busy a Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was a busy day for officers, as the Madison Police Department assisted with several major events throughout the city on Saturday.<br />
The day started with officers working the Crazylegs Classic race. They blocked traffic as thousands of runners and walkers moved along the race route.<br />
Mifflin Street...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-police-department-helps-keep-community-safe-on-busy-a-saturday/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 May 2022 02:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-police-department-helps-keep-community-safe-on-busy-a-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 2022 Property Tax Base of the City of Madison]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City Assessor is responsible for the assessment process including: (1) Discovering all real and personal property that is subject to tax unless exempted by law; (2) Listing all property characteristics used to determine value; and (3) Valuing all property subject to property tax. Creating and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-2022-property-tax-base-of-the-city-of-madison/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2022 21:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-2022-property-tax-base-of-the-city-of-madison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closures--Crazylegs Classic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several downtown streets will be closed on Saturday morning, April 30, for the Crazylegs Classic run/walk.<br />
Major streets affected include W Gilman St, Langdon St, University Ave, W Johnson St, N Charter St, and W Dayton St.<br />
Allow extra travel time if traveling in the UW campus area between...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-crazylegs-classic/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2022 19:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-crazylegs-classic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 2022 Spring Yard Waste Collection Is Complete]]></title><description><![CDATA[Streets Division collection crews completed the spring yard waste collection rounds.<br />
You should not place yard waste out for pickup at this time.<br />
What should you do with yard waste now that curbside pickup is over?<br />
Take the material to one of the Streets Division drop-off sites.&nbsp; Drop-off site...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-2022-spring-yard-waste-collection-is-complete/</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-2022-spring-yard-waste-collection-is-complete/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City Creating Transit-Oriented Development Zoning]]></title><description><![CDATA[A City effort to encourage development that is well-served by transit has gotten underway with Plan Commission discussions on creating a &ldquo;Transit-Oriented Development overlay zoning district.&rdquo; As recommended by the 2018 Comprehensive Plan, this &ldquo;TOD overlay&rdquo; would potentially create development...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-creating-transit-oriented-development-zoning/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Apr 2022 22:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-creating-transit-oriented-development-zoning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Registration Open for Goodman Waves]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Parks and the Friends of Goodman Waves are partnering again to offer recreational team swimming and diving through the Goodman Waves Swim and Dive Team this summer at the Goodman Pool, 325 W. Olin Ave.<br />
Cindy Schlichte, Friends of Goodman Waves President, said &ldquo;the Friends are excited to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/registration-open-for-goodman-waves/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Apr 2022 22:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/registration-open-for-goodman-waves/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--Hughes Place]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting 7:00 a.m. on Monday, May 2, Hughes Place will be closed at S Park Street until approximately 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 20.&nbsp; The closure is for underground utility work and street pavement replacement associated with the building construction at 2352 S Park Street.&nbsp;&nbsp; See attached map.<br />
The...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-hughes-place/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Apr 2022 20:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-hughes-place/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Welcomes New Disability Rights and Services Specialist]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rebecca Hoyt joins the City of Madison as the Disability Rights and Services Specialist. As a person with a disability, and the parent of a child with a disability, she brings with her deep roots and passion for advocacy. She is committed to celebrating diversity and representing the disability...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-welcomes-new-disability-rights-and-services-specialist/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Apr 2022 19:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-welcomes-new-disability-rights-and-services-specialist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Applications Being Accepted to Fill Third Aldermanic District Vacancy]]></title><description><![CDATA[District 3 Alder Lindsay Lemmer&nbsp;has notified Council leadership of her resignation from the Madison Common Council. Alder Lemmer has agreed to stay on as Alder until the conclusion of the May 24th Council meeting while Council leadership works to fill her vacancy. Alder Lemmer&rsquo;s resignation will be...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/applications-being-accepted-to-fill-third-aldermanic-district-vacancy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Apr 2022 16:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/applications-being-accepted-to-fill-third-aldermanic-district-vacancy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Silver Lining Awards to Honor Creativity, Dedication, and Perseverance During Pandemic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Creativity was pushed to new lengths throughout 2020/21. Madison Arts Commission (MAC), in partnership with Garver Events and presented by Friends of Madison Arts Commission (FoMAC) will honor individuals and organizations who shifted their practices to persevere through the pandemic. With more...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/silver-lining-awards-to-honor-creativity-dedication-and-perseverance-during-pandemic/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Apr 2022 22:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/silver-lining-awards-to-honor-creativity-dedication-and-perseverance-during-pandemic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lane Closures--Atwood Avenue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting Monday, May 2, Madison Gas &amp; Electric Company (MG&amp;E) will reduce Atwood Avenue to one lane in each direction between Fair Oaks Avenue and Oakridge Avenue to replace wood poles and overhead lines.&nbsp; The lane closures will remain for approximately three weeks--ending Friday, May 20...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lane-closures-atwood-avenue/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Apr 2022 17:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lane-closures-atwood-avenue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City Names New Biking Bridge &ldquo;Robert F. Phillips Jr. Bridge"]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new Wingra/Cannonball Path bridge over Wingra Creek, just east of Fish Hatchery Road will be named the &ldquo;Robert F. Phillips Jr. Bridge,&rdquo; to honor City Engineer Rob Phillips when he retires at the end of the month.<br />
Phillips&rsquo; work with bridges are significant to his career, and for the City. &nbsp;From...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-names-new-biking-bridge-ldquorobert-f-phillips-jr-bridge/</link><pubDate>Mon, 25 Apr 2022 23:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-names-new-biking-bridge-ldquorobert-f-phillips-jr-bridge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--Old Middleton Road]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting at 7:00 a.m. on Monday, April 25, Speedway Sand &amp; Gravel Inc. will begin work on Old Middleton Rd between N Eau Claire Ave and Capital Ave in order to reconstruct the street.&nbsp; There will be several traffic impacts (also see attached map):One lane of westbound traffic will be...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-old-middleton-road/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Apr 2022 21:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-old-middleton-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alder Lindsay Lemmer Announces Resignation from Madison Common Council Effective May 11, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, Alder Lindsay Lemmer, District 3, has announced her resignation from the Madison Common Council effective May 11, 2022, at noon.<br />
&ldquo;It is with mixed emotions that I share with you some big news: because I have accepted a senior position that will require my full attention, and my partner, Adam...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alder-lindsay-lemmer-announces-resignation-from-madison-common-council-effective-may-11-2022/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Apr 2022 18:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alder-lindsay-lemmer-announces-resignation-from-madison-common-council-effective-may-11-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Health, Local Health Systems Encourage Boosters &amp; Second Boosters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Increased levels of COVID activity have pushed Dane County into &ldquo;medium&rdquo; levels of transmission, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Community Levels.<br />
The CDC looks at several metrics to determine these levels, including cases per 100,000 residents, new hospitalizations, and hospital...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-local-health-systems-encourage-boosters-amp-second-boosters/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Apr 2022 16:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-local-health-systems-encourage-boosters-amp-second-boosters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Low-Carbon Concrete Success: City Engineering Hosts Event, Allows Future Process]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Engineering Division will allow use of low-carbon concrete in the construction of public sidewalks and curb and gutter thanks to the work and initial passion of a couple local Girl Scout troops.<br />
The City is taking this action to mitigate the climate challenge created by concrete...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/low-carbon-concrete-success-city-engineering-hosts-event-allows-future-process/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2022 22:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/low-carbon-concrete-success-city-engineering-hosts-event-allows-future-process/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway Reacts to Strong Common Council Support for BRT Project]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonight the next phase of the bus rapid transit (BRT) development passed with strong Common Council support. The following statement can be attributed to Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway:<br />
&ldquo;I am excited to be moving forward into the 60% Project Design phase of the East-West BRT corridor, and I want to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-reacts-to-strong-common-council-support-for-brt-project/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2022 04:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-reacts-to-strong-common-council-support-for-brt-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Masks Now Optional on Metro Buses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Due to the Transportation Security Administration's announcement that it will no longer enforce its Security Directives and Emergency Amendment requiring mask use on public transportation and transportation hubs, wearing masks is now optional on Metro Transit buses and at is facilities.<br />
Metro...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/masks-now-optional-on-metro-buses/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Apr 2022 15:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/masks-now-optional-on-metro-buses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Water Utility Pursues Design for Well 15 PFAS Treatment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway and Alder Nasra Wehelie are proposing a resolution Tuesday to begin the process of treating Well 15 on Madison&rsquo;s east side to remove PFAS contamination. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a class of chemicals that do not readily break down in nature, and have...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-water-utility-pursues-design-for-well-15-pfas-treatment/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2022 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-water-utility-pursues-design-for-well-15-pfas-treatment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Concerts on the Rooftop at Monona Terrace]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monona Terrace is excited to announce its free summer Concerts on the Rooftop series is back with an exciting line up of local and regional artists for its 25th Anniversary! The public is invited to enjoy great music, a family-friendly setting, and gorgeous views of Lake Monona and downtown Madison...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/concerts-on-the-rooftop-at-monona-terrace/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 Apr 2022 16:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/concerts-on-the-rooftop-at-monona-terrace/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dane County Health Council and partners launch ConnectRx Wisconsin]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Dane County Health Council (DCHC) and The Foundation for Black Women&rsquo;s Wellness (the Foundation) today announced a major step forward in local efforts to improve health outcomes for Black women, birthing persons and babies.<br />
ConnectRx Wisconsin is a new care coordination system supporting Black...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-county-health-council-and-partners-launch-connectrx-wisconsin/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Apr 2022 21:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-county-health-council-and-partners-launch-connectrx-wisconsin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Print &amp; Resist Zine Fest Set for April 16 at Central Library]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Print &amp; Resist Zine Fest is a day-long festival of political print media, zines, experimental publications, and prints related to the world of art, do-it-yourself culture, and political action. The event brings together subversively creative print/media artists including zine makers,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-print-amp-resist-zine-fest-set-for-april-16-at-central-library/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Apr 2022 01:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-print-amp-resist-zine-fest-set-for-april-16-at-central-library/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GYT: Get Yourself Tested]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;Get yourself tested&rdquo;&mdash; a phrase used often throughout the pandemic, referring to getting yourself tested for COVID-19. However, during the month of April, Get Yourself Tested or GYT refers to a nationwide campaign encouraging young people to get tested and treated for sexually transmitted...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/gyt-get-yourself-tested/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Apr 2022 15:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/gyt-get-yourself-tested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Parks and MSCR Partner to Offer Swimming Lessons at Goodman Pool]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Parks and Madison School &amp; Community Recreation (MSCR) are partnering to offer preschool, youth and adult aquatics programs this summer at the Goodman Pool, 325 W. Olin Ave.<br />
Janet Dyer, MSCR Executive Director, describes &ldquo;MSCR is excited to work with the Madison Parks Division to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-parks-and-mscr-partner-to-offer-swimming-lessons-at-goodman-pool/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Apr 2022 19:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-parks-and-mscr-partner-to-offer-swimming-lessons-at-goodman-pool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Provisional Voters: Make Sure Your Ballot Gets Counted]]></title><description><![CDATA[Provisional voters have until 4:00 pm Friday to provide the City of Madison Clerk&rsquo;s Office with their photo identification. The Board of Canvassers will meet at 4:00 pm Friday to count provisional ballots for voters who met this deadline.&nbsp;<br />
Ten provisional ballots were issued at City of Madison...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/provisional-voters-make-sure-your-ballot-gets-counted/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Apr 2022 15:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/provisional-voters-make-sure-your-ballot-gets-counted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Streets Division Drop-off Sites Now on Expanded Summer Hours]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, Monday, April 4, 2022 the Streets Division drop-off sites at 402 South Point Road and 4602 Sycamore Avenue will begin their expanded summer hours.<br />
Also on April 4, 2022 the special temporary drop-off site at 121 East Olin Avenue will open at 3:00pm.<br />
The drop-off site at 1501 W. Badger Road...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-drop-off-sites-now-on-expanded-summer-hours/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Apr 2022 17:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-drop-off-sites-now-on-expanded-summer-hours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Common Council Announces Hiring of New Chief of Staff]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Common Council is pleased to announce the hiring of Dr. Karen Kapusta-Pofahl as the Common Council Chief of Staff. The Chief of Staff manages the Council Office, ensuring optimal support for the twenty city alders as they carry out their responsibilities as elected officials, and serves as...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-common-council-announces-hiring-of-new-chief-of-staff/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Apr 2022 17:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-common-council-announces-hiring-of-new-chief-of-staff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prepare for Election Day Tomorrow]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Clerk&rsquo;s Office put together a top five list of things to know for tomorrow&rsquo;s Spring Election.Many polling places have changed due to redistricting. To verify your polling location, visit www.cityofmadison.com/WhereDoIVote.<br />
The address on the ID you use for voting does not...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/prepare-for-election-day-tomorrow/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Apr 2022 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/prepare-for-election-day-tomorrow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Parks Celebrates 50 Years of Conservation Parks]]></title><description><![CDATA[At the start of Earth Month, as the winter and spring seasons clash, we begin our celebration of 50 years of conservation parks in Madison. This land, once shaped by glaciers continues to be shaped and treasured by humans. Madison&rsquo;s conservation parks tell a story of the people and the land....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-parks-celebrates-50-years-of-conservation-parks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2022 19:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-parks-celebrates-50-years-of-conservation-parks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Mayor calls recent homicide 'disturbing,' discusses collaborative effort to control gun violence in city]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night&rsquo;s tragic shooting is disturbing to our whole community. My heart goes out to the family of the victim, and to all who witnessed the event, and I urge everyone to access mental health support. Unfortunately this high profile homicide is part of a larger pattern of gun violence across our...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-mayor-calls-recent-homicide-disturbing-discusses-collaborative-effort-to-control-gun-violence-in-city/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2022 04:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-mayor-calls-recent-homicide-disturbing-discusses-collaborative-effort-to-control-gun-violence-in-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway Statement on Recent Homicide]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night&rsquo;s tragic shooting is disturbing to our whole community. My heart goes out to the family of the victim. I urge all who witnessed the event to access mental health support if needed. Unfortunately, this high-profile homicide is part of a larger pattern of gun violence across our country. I...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-statement-on-recent-homicide/</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2022 23:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-statement-on-recent-homicide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Streets Division Drop-off Site Hours Expand on April 4, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Monday, April 4, the Streets Division drop-off sites at 402 South Point Road and 4602 Sycamore Avenue will expand their hours.<br />
Also on April 4, the special temporary drop-off site at 121 East Olin Avenue will open at 3:00pm.<br />
The location at 1501 W. Badger Road will remain closed due to the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-drop-off-site-hours-expand-on-april-4-2022/</link><pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2022 16:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-drop-off-site-hours-expand-on-april-4-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Investment in Electric Buses Moves Madison Closer to Goal of 100% Electric BRT System]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway and nine City Alders introduced a resolution today authorizing a contract with New Flyer industries for zero emissions Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) vehicles and approving the next steps for the East-West BRT project.<br />
Funding available through the federal Infrastructure and Jobs Act...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/new-investment-in-electric-buses-moves-madison-closer-to-goal-of-100-electric-brt-system/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/new-investment-in-electric-buses-moves-madison-closer-to-goal-of-100-electric-brt-system/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City CARES Team for Mental Health Emergencies Now Answering Calls City-Wide]]></title><description><![CDATA[See PDF press release with graphs on right.<br />
On September 1, 2021, the City of Madison launched its Community Alternative Response for Emergency Services (CARES) Team to respond to nonviolent 911 calls for mental health emergencies. The City announced that CARES Teams, made up of community...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-cares-team-for-mental-health-emergencies-now-answering-calls-city-wide/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Mar 2022 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-cares-team-for-mental-health-emergencies-now-answering-calls-city-wide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Register to Vote Before Election Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friday, Apr. 1 is the last day before the Spring Election that voters can register to vote before Election Day. Voter registration is not available the Saturday, Sunday, or Monday before an election. Voters are able to register at their polling place on Election Day.<br />
You can check your voter...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/register-to-vote-before-election-day/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Mar 2022 18:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/register-to-vote-before-election-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Streets Division Drop-off Site at 402 South Point Rd Now Open]]></title><description><![CDATA[The drop-off site at 402 South Point Road is now open.<br />
This location will be the new west side drop-off facility while the Badger Road location is closed.<br />
South Point will accept brush, yard waste, recycling, trash, electronics, batteries, and other material that had been accepted at the Badger Rd...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-drop-off-site-at-402-south-point-rd-now-open/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Mar 2022 15:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-drop-off-site-at-402-south-point-rd-now-open/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Announces Youth Poet Laureate Opportunity]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison, the Madison Arts Commission, and Madison Poet Laureate Angela Trudell Vasquez announce the establishment of a Youth Poet Laureate Program to recognize a youth under the age of twenty for their literary acumen. With this initiative, Madison will become a member of the National...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-announces-youth-poet-laureate-opportunity/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2022 23:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-announces-youth-poet-laureate-opportunity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawthorne-Truax Neighborhood Plan Public Meetings]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is inviting residents, community organizations, neighborhood associations, businesses and others to join the Hawthorne-Truax Neighborhood Plan! The plan will chart a course of action addressing land use, housing, transportation, parks and open space and other elements of the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/hawthorne-truax-neighborhood-plan-public-meetings/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2022 20:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/hawthorne-truax-neighborhood-plan-public-meetings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MPD seeking community input on policing, will host focus groups as part of strategic plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Police Department is in the process of setting a long-range strategic plan.<br />
We have enlisted the Matrix Consulting Group to assist us in developing the plan, which covers 5-7 years. We are seeking community input throughout this process. One method of doing this is through virtual...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mpd-seeking-community-input-on-policing-will-host-focus-groups-as-part-of-strategic-plan/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2022 14:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mpd-seeking-community-input-on-policing-will-host-focus-groups-as-part-of-strategic-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Badger Rd. Drop-off Site is Now Closed Until 2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division drop-off site at 1501 W. Badger Rd. is now closed for construction. The site will remain closed until at least the spring of 2023.<br />
The Streets Division customer service office that is also located at 1501 W. Badger Rd. will remain open for Madison residents while the drop-off...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-badger-rd-drop-off-site-is-now-closed-until-2023/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Mar 2022 20:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-badger-rd-drop-off-site-is-now-closed-until-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Badger Road and South Point Drop-off Sites Closed on March 28, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Monday, March 28, 2022, the Streets Division drop-off sites at 1501 W. Badger Rd and 402 South Point Rd will be closed.<br />
The only Streets Division drop-off site that will be open on Monday, March 28, 2022 will be the drop-off site at 4602 Sycamore Avenue. The site will be open 7:30am until 2:30pm...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/badger-road-and-south-point-drop-off-sites-closed-on-march-28-2022/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Mar 2022 15:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/badger-road-and-south-point-drop-off-sites-closed-on-march-28-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library Introduces New Video Streaming Service]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI &ndash; Anyone with a Madison Public Library card can now enjoy 30,000+ free videos from Kanopy thanks to support from the Madison Public Library Foundation. Kanopy offers high-quality films to libraries around the globe that inspire, educate and entertain. Their unique selection offers...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-introduces-new-video-streaming-service/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Mar 2022 19:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-introduces-new-video-streaming-service/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Point Road Drop-off Site Opens Tuesday, March 29, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, March 29, 2022 the drop-off site at 402 South Point Road will open.<br />
As previously announced, the Streets Division drop-off site at 1501 W. Badger Rd will shut down on March 25, 2022 and will remain closed until at least the spring of 2023.<br />
When South Point opens, the location will...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/south-point-road-drop-off-site-opens-tuesday-march-29-2022/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Mar 2022 15:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/south-point-road-drop-off-site-opens-tuesday-march-29-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2022-23 Thurber Park Artist-in-Residence Call for Applicants]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison along with The Bubbler at Madison Public Library offer an exciting opportunity for an artist(s) to have an 11-month residency in a dedicated art studio at Thurber Park. The Artist-in-Residence has access to a rent-free studio space (including heat, electricity, and water but not...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2022-23-thurber-park-artist-in-residence-call-for-applicants/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Mar 2022 15:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2022-23-thurber-park-artist-in-residence-call-for-applicants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Test of Election Equipment This Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Clerk&rsquo;s Office invites the public to observe its public test of election equipment this weekend.<br />
Prior to each election, the Clerk&rsquo;s Office staff tests its DS200 tabulators to make sure they will accurately count votes on Election Day.<br />
After testing each machine for accurate...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-test-of-election-equipment-this-saturday/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2022 14:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-test-of-election-equipment-this-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alliant Energy Center Testing and Vaccination Clinics to Close]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting on April 3, 2022, testing and vaccination clinics at the Arena at the Alliant Energy Center will close, but you will still have plenty of options to get your COVID vaccines and tests in Dane County.<br />
&ldquo;Cases, hospitalizations, and deaths have dropped dramatically since the Omicron surge in...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alliant-energy-center-testing-and-vaccination-clinics-to-close/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2022 17:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alliant-energy-center-testing-and-vaccination-clinics-to-close/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Last Day for Badger Rd Drop-off Site is Friday, March 25, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division&rsquo;s drop-off site located at 1501 W. Badger Rd will be closing on March 25, 2022.<br />
Residents will not be able to use the Badger Rd. drop-off site while it is shut down for construction.<br />
The site will remain closed until at least the spring of 2023.<br />
Alternative drop-off site...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/last-day-for-badger-rd-drop-off-site-is-friday-march-25-2022/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2022 14:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/last-day-for-badger-rd-drop-off-site-is-friday-march-25-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison BCycle Re-Launches Community Pass Program]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI --&nbsp;Madison BCycle and Madison Public Library have relaunched the Community Pass Program in conjunction with the return of BCycles to stations around Madison on March 15, 2022.<br />
The program, in partnership with the Madison Public Library Foundation, enables riders to use their Madison...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-bcycle-re-launches-community-pass-program/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Mar 2022 21:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-bcycle-re-launches-community-pass-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In-Person Absentee Voting Starts Tuesday in Madison]]></title><description><![CDATA[In-person absentee voting will begin tomorrow, Tuesday, Mar. 22, at several locations throughout the City of Madison.<br />
What will you need to bring with you if you&rsquo;re voting absentee in person?An acceptable photo ID for voting in Wisconsin.<br />
If you need to register for the first time or update your...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/in-person-absentee-voting-starts-tuesday-in-madison/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Mar 2022 15:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/in-person-absentee-voting-starts-tuesday-in-madison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Set-Out Dates for Brush Collection Now Available]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division&rsquo;s brush collection will begin soon.<br />
Learn when to set out your brush for pickup by visiting the Streets Division website, www.cityofmadison.com/brushcollection.<br />
Once on the page, enter your address into the form to learn the set-out dates for your home.<br />
By placing brush...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/set-out-dates-for-brush-collection-now-available/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Mar 2022 14:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/set-out-dates-for-brush-collection-now-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Satya Congratulates Chris Carbon, Madison’s Next Fire Chief]]></title><description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Chris Carbon on his selection as the next Chief of the Madison Fire Department. Carbon has worked his way up the Fire Department&rsquo;s career ladder since 1999, serving as firefighter and paramedic before becoming Division Chief in charge of Emergency Medical Services Training and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-satya-congratulates-chris-carbon-madisons-next-fire-chief/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Mar 2022 01:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-satya-congratulates-chris-carbon-madisons-next-fire-chief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police &amp; Fire Commission Announces Selection of Next Fire Chief]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following a comprehensive process, the PFC has selected Chris P. Carbon to be our next Fire&nbsp;Chief. As a standard practice, the PFC will now be issuing a Conditional Offer of Appointment.<br />
Chris Carbon is a lifelong &ldquo;Madisonian,&rdquo; having attended&nbsp;Madison West High School, as well as graduating from...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/police-amp-fire-commission-announces-selection-of-next-fire-chief/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2022 22:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/police-amp-fire-commission-announces-selection-of-next-fire-chief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Acceptable Photo ID to Vote]]></title><description><![CDATA[As you prepare for the Spring Election on April 5, the City of Madison Clerk&rsquo;s Office wants to remind you what types of photo ID you can use for voting in Wisconsin.<br />
Acceptable Forms of Photo IDWisconsin driver license (expired after 11/03/2020)<br />
WI DOT-issued photo ID card (expired after 11/03/...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/acceptable-photo-id-to-vote/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Mar 2022 17:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/acceptable-photo-id-to-vote/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--South Blair Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting Monday, March 21, Integrity Grading &amp; Excavating will begin work at the John Nolen Drive, S Blair Street, &amp; E Wilson Street intersection.&nbsp; Northbound Blair Street will be reduced to one traffic lane, which will result in travel delays during peak travel times.&nbsp;<br />
Starting...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-south-blair-street/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Mar 2022 17:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-south-blair-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Set-Out Dates for Spring Yard Waste Collection Now Available]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division&rsquo;s springtime yard waste collection will begin the week of April 3 for certain neighborhoods.<br />
Learn when to set out your yard waste for pickup by visiting the Streets Division website, www.cityofmadison.com/yardwaste.<br />
Once on the page, enter your address into the form to learn...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/set-out-dates-for-spring-yard-waste-collection-now-available/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Mar 2022 17:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/set-out-dates-for-spring-yard-waste-collection-now-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Absentee Ballots in the Mail]]></title><description><![CDATA[Absentee ballots for City of Madison voters who have a request on file have been mailed.<br />
A recent court decision has a significant impact on how an absentee voter can return their completed absentee ballot. As a result of the decision, the use of absentee ballot drop boxes is prohibited and no one...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-absentee-ballots-in-the-mail/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Mar 2022 18:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-absentee-ballots-in-the-mail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spring Election Sample Ballots Available]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Spring Election is on Apr. 5, 2022.<br />
Several offices are up for election on April 5:Court of Appeals Judge, District 4<br />
Dane County Circuit Court Judge: Five branch seats<br />
Dane County Board Supervisor: 37 seats elected based on district<br />
Board Member: school districts within the City of Madison...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/spring-election-sample-ballots-available/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Mar 2022 15:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/spring-election-sample-ballots-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Badger Road Drop-off Shutting Down March 25, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division&rsquo;s drop-off site located at 1501 W. Badger Rd will be closing on March 25, 2022 for a construction project.<br />
Residents will not be able to use the Badger Rd. drop-off site while it is closed for construction.<br />
The site will remain closed until at least the spring of 2023.<br />
Closing...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/badger-road-drop-off-shutting-down-march-25-2022/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Mar 2022 14:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/badger-road-drop-off-shutting-down-march-25-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women in Construction Week 2022: Kara Jafferis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bright red fire hydrants are hard to miss, just like Madison Water Utility Pump Operator Kara Jafferis. Not only is her spunky personality infectious, her skills and knowledge about how water works may have you thinking differently about the resources that comes out of the faucet.<br />
&ldquo;We have a bank...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-week-2022-kara-jafferis/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Mar 2022 00:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-week-2022-kara-jafferis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Imprinted in Madison: Artists Making Their Mark]]></title><description><![CDATA[Imprinted in Madison: Artists Making Their Mark features prints by contemporary artists whose paths brought them to or through Madison. UW-Madison has the top printmaking MFA program in the country and the UW's Tandem Press produces fine art editions of prints by internationally renowned artists....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/imprinted-in-madison-artists-making-their-mark/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Mar 2022 18:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/imprinted-in-madison-artists-making-their-mark/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women in Construction Week 2022: Cindy Hemenway]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good weather can make all the difference when working in the field in the construction industry. Rain can make it muddy and messy. Snow can make it dangerous. Sharp wind can give you a chill down your back. Cloudy days can make for long days. But when you have real sunshine to brighten your day...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-week-2022-cindy-hemenway/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Mar 2022 23:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-week-2022-cindy-hemenway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Optimus Technologies and Renewable Energy Group Implement B100 Technology to Help City of Madison Reach Sustainability Goals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pittsburgh, PA, March 9, 2022 &ndash; The City of Madison, Wisconsin will soon be seeing emissions reductions after converting 17 of their fleet vehicles to operate on 100% biodiesel, thanks to their partnership with Optimus Technologies and Renewable Energy Group (NASDAQ: REGI) (REG).<br />
Biodiesel is a...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/optimus-technologies-and-renewable-energy-group-implement-b100-technology-to-help-city-of-madison-reach-sustainability-goals/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Mar 2022 21:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/optimus-technologies-and-renewable-energy-group-implement-b100-technology-to-help-city-of-madison-reach-sustainability-goals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women in Construction Week 2022: Rebecca Qureishi]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dreaded orange barrels, they&rsquo;re hard to miss when they pop up in your neighborhood. We also know what they mean when they show up on your street: construction is coming, work begins soon and something new will be built.<br />
However, the work begins far before breaking ground for Traffic Engineering...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-week-2022-rebecca-qureishi/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Mar 2022 22:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-week-2022-rebecca-qureishi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Make Your Voice Heard: Madison Police and Fire Commission Seeks Public Input on Fire Chief Hiring, Releases Finalist Interviews]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Board of Police and Fire Commissioners (PFC) of the City of Madison, Wisconsin interviewed four finalists for the position of Fire Chief on March 8. A portion of the interview process included 15-minute recorded sessions with each candidate. The recordings are available for viewing by the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/make-your-voice-heard-madison-police-and-fire-commission-seeks-public-input-on-fire-chief-hiring-releases-finalist-interviews/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Mar 2022 20:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/make-your-voice-heard-madison-police-and-fire-commission-seeks-public-input-on-fire-chief-hiring-releases-finalist-interviews/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Common Council &amp; Common Council Executive Committee Meetings of March 15, 2022, Cancelled]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON &ndash; The March 15, 2022, meetings of both the Common Council and Common Council Executive Committee have been cancelled due to a lack of quorum of Alders.<br />
The next scheduled Common Council and Common Council Executive Committee meetings are on March 29, 2022.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-common-council-amp-common-council-executive-committee-meetings-of-march-15-2022-cancelled/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Mar 2022 19:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-common-council-amp-common-council-executive-committee-meetings-of-march-15-2022-cancelled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Enroll Today in the Award-Winning Master Recycler Course]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recyclables collected by the City of Madison Streets Division has too much trash in it. Approximately 13% of all the material collected from the green carts is actually trash that should not be there. By the end of 2021, we had over 2,000 tons of trash in our recyclables.<br />
We can certainly recycle...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/enroll-today-in-the-award-winning-master-recycler-course/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Mar 2022 18:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/enroll-today-in-the-award-winning-master-recycler-course/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Volunteers Needed: Earth Day Challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[For more than 20 years, Madison Parks has honored Earth Day&nbsp;by recruiting volunteers for the&nbsp;Earth Day Challenge.&nbsp;Celebrate Earth Day with your neighbors and friends by volunteering to clean up your neighborhood park on Saturday, April 23!&nbsp; This year, we are seeking more than 850 volunteers at 50+...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/volunteers-needed-earth-day-challenge/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Mar 2022 18:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/volunteers-needed-earth-day-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City and County Announce Location of Permanent Men’s Shelter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway and County Executive Joe Parisi today announced the selection of a location on which to build a permanent shelter facility serving men experiencing homeless. The property, 1902 Bartillon Drive, is already owned by the City. The leaders committed to work together and with...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-and-county-announce-location-of-permanent-mens-shelter/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Mar 2022 17:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-and-county-announce-location-of-permanent-mens-shelter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women in Construction Week 2022: Margaret Kraege]]></title><description><![CDATA[A big yellow front loader picks up dirt at a City of Madison Parks Division playground&mdash;dust flies, the massive bucket lifts and drops a load in the back of another truck, then beeps as it backs up to park.<br />
Once the dust settles, engine turns off and the air clears, the door pops open and out steps...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-week-2022-margaret-kraege/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Mar 2022 22:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-week-2022-margaret-kraege/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Overdose Spike Alert Issued Due to Increase in Suspected Drug Overdose Activity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is issuing a public health alert due to an increase, or spike, in suspected drug overdose activity in our community. The alert is based on ambulance and hospital data that shows more than double the number of drug-involved overdoses than what we usually see...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/overdose-spike-alert-issued-due-to-increase-in-suspected-drug-overdose-activity/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Mar 2022 14:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/overdose-spike-alert-issued-due-to-increase-in-suspected-drug-overdose-activity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alerta de pico de sobredosis emitido a causa de una sospecha de alta en la actividad de uso de drogas]]></title><description><![CDATA[Salud P&uacute;blica de Madison y el Condado de Dane est&aacute; emitiendo una alerta de salud p&uacute;blica debido a un alta, o pico, en la sospecha de sobredosis por el uso de drogas en nuestra comunidad. La alerta est&aacute; basada en data de ambulancias y hospitales la cual muestra m&aacute;s del doble en el nivel de...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alerta-de-pico-de-sobredosis-emitido-a-causa-de-una-sospecha-de-alta-en-la-actividad-de-uso-de-drogas/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Mar 2022 14:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alerta-de-pico-de-sobredosis-emitido-a-causa-de-una-sospecha-de-alta-en-la-actividad-de-uso-de-drogas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lake Monona Waterfront Design Challenge: Request for Qualifications]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Parks Division is pleased to announce the launch of the Lake Monona Waterfront Design Challenge.&nbsp;The Design Challenge is a competition to create a visionary, inclusive and environmentally focused master plan for 1.7 miles and 17 acres of Madison&rsquo;s foremost public lakefront....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lake-monona-waterfront-design-challenge-request-for-qualifications/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2022 22:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lake-monona-waterfront-design-challenge-request-for-qualifications/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women in Construction Week 2022: Janet Schmidt]]></title><description><![CDATA[The stormwater system&mdash;you can&rsquo;t see it, unless you know what it is: greenways, ponds, pipes underground and, yes, the lakes. The stormwater system is what supports and moves stormwater in and out of our area. You can look at the lakes, the isthmus and continued and increasing severe rain events as...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-week-2022-janet-schmidt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2022 19:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-week-2022-janet-schmidt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor’s Statement on the Gableman Report and Judge Ruling on Open Records Access]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dane County Circuit Court Judge Frank Remington ruled that Assembly Speaker Vos and Michael Gableman &ldquo;arbitrarily and capriciously&rdquo; denied access to public records related to their review of the 2020 elections. He added, &ldquo;This is the sort of &lsquo;unconsidered and irrational&rsquo; conduct deserving of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayors-statement-on-the-gableman-report-and-judge-ruling-on-open-records-access/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Mar 2022 23:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayors-statement-on-the-gableman-report-and-judge-ruling-on-open-records-access/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Sweepers Working Overnight Hours Starting March 6]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spring cleanup begins! Starting the evening of March 6, 2022, Streets Division street sweepers will operating on Madison roadways 16-hours a day collecting the sand, salt, and other accumulated grit from the roads.<br />
Sweepers will be working during the overnight hours while cleanup from winter is...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-sweepers-working-overnight-hours-starting-march-6/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Mar 2022 16:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-sweepers-working-overnight-hours-starting-march-6/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City Engineer Robert Phillips to Retire After 33 Years of City Service]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison&rsquo;s City Engineer Robert &ldquo;Rob&rdquo; Phillips will retire at the end of April after over three decades of service to the City.<br />
Phillips graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a Bachelor&rsquo;s of Science Degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering in 1987. His career continued with...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-engineer-robert-phillips-to-retire-after-33-years-of-city-service/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Mar 2022 17:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-engineer-robert-phillips-to-retire-after-33-years-of-city-service/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Police and Fire Commission Invites Feedback on Fire Chief Finalists]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Board of Police and Fire Commissioners (PFC) for the City of Madison, Wisconsin is soliciting input from the public regarding the hiring of a new Fire Chief. The Chief of the Fire Department is an important leader in the City of Madison and oversees services which impact members of the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-police-and-fire-commission-invites-feedback-on-fire-chief-finalists/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2022 17:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-police-and-fire-commission-invites-feedback-on-fire-chief-finalists/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Women in Construction Week 2022 Plan Announced]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Engineering Division, in partnership with the Parks Division, Water Utility and Traffic Engineering Division, is proud to join the nationally-recognized Women in Construction Week, March 6-12, 2022. &nbsp;<br />
This is the third year City Engineering will highlight the work of women in the construction...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-week-2022-plan-announced/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2022 11:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/women-in-construction-week-2022-plan-announced/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library Introduces Poet-in-Residence]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI &ndash; Angela Trudell Vasquez will serve as Madison Public Library&rsquo;s Poet-in-Residence from March-May 2022 and will offer a number of programs for all ages.&nbsp;<br />
During the residency, Vasquez will provide workshops catering to different age groups, including adults, teens, and youth and families...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-introduces-poet-in-residence/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2022 23:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-introduces-poet-in-residence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library Introduces First Poet-in-Residence]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI &ndash; Angela Trudell Vasquez will serve as Madison Public Library&rsquo;s Poet-in-Residence from March-May 2022 and will offer a number of programs for all ages.&nbsp;<br />
During the residency, Vasquez will provide workshops catering to different age groups, including adults, teens, and youth and families...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-introduces-first-poet-in-residence/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2022 23:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-introduces-first-poet-in-residence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Town of Madison Attachment Public Meeting Scheduled]]></title><description><![CDATA[The next public information meeting involving the Town of Madison Attachment is scheduled for 6:00 p.m., March 16, 2022, via Zoom. The meeting will have simultaneous interpretation in Spanish and it will be streamed at MMB room 153 (English) and MMB room 151 (Spanish) for those who do not have...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/town-of-madison-attachment-public-meeting-scheduled/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2022 21:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/town-of-madison-attachment-public-meeting-scheduled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$3.5M Grant from WisDOT Will Support Troy Drive Railroad Bridge Replacement]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Troy Drive Railroad Bridge in the City of Madison will be replaced thanks to a $3.5M grant from the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation as part of the 2022 Freight Rail Preservation Program.<br />
The railroad bridge over Troy Drive limits a critical neighborhood connection point, used...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/35m-grant-from-wisdot-will-support-troy-drive-railroad-bridge-replacement/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2022 23:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/35m-grant-from-wisdot-will-support-troy-drive-railroad-bridge-replacement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Joins U.S. Department of Energy’s Better Climate Challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recognized the City of Madison for committing to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from its facilities by at least 50% within 10 years and to work with DOE to share successful solutions and decarbonization strategies. As a partner in DOE&rsquo;s Better Climate...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-joins-us-department-of-energys-better-climate-challenge/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2022 20:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-joins-us-department-of-energys-better-climate-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statement from Mayor’s Office Chief of Staff Mary Bottari on Investigation into Alleged Comments by Chief Barnes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is committed to a workplace free of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. We take violations of workplace policy very seriously, and we work hard to ensure we build trust with City employees and the public.<br />
In December 2021, a complaint was filed regarding an exit...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-from-mayors-office-chief-of-staff-mary-bottari-on-investigation-into-alleged-comments-by-chief-barnes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2022 18:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-from-mayors-office-chief-of-staff-mary-bottari-on-investigation-into-alleged-comments-by-chief-barnes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Arts Commission Annual Arts  &amp; Artists at Work Grants Opportunity 2022-2023]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison distributes funds to Madison artists and non-profit organizations through the Madison Arts Commission's annual grant programs.<br />
Additionally, this year MAC has a one-time opportunity, for 501(c) 3 non-profits and local federally recognized tribes, to apply for an Artist at Work...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-arts-commission-annual-arts-amp-artists-at-work-grants-opportunity-2022-2023/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Feb 2022 00:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-arts-commission-annual-arts-amp-artists-at-work-grants-opportunity-2022-2023/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statement by Mayor Rhodes-Conway and Council Leadership on Russia Invasion of Ukraine]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison condemns the unprovoked invasion of Ukraine. Our hearts go out to the people of Ukraine and we hope for their safety. We are encouraged by the thousands bravely demanding peace in the streets of Russian cities. The world cannot afford another costly and destructive war. The...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-by-mayor-rhodes-conway-and-council-leadership-on-russia-invasion-of-ukraine/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Feb 2022 16:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-by-mayor-rhodes-conway-and-council-leadership-on-russia-invasion-of-ukraine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Community Projects Receive Over $20 Million from Governor Evers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor Evers announced today that five community projects in Madison will be funded through the State&rsquo;s Neighborhood Investment Fund. The Neighborhood Investment Fund was offered as a competitive grant for local and Tribal governments to invest in the recovery of their neighborhoods after COVID....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-community-projects-receive-over-20-million-from-governor-evers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Feb 2022 20:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-community-projects-receive-over-20-million-from-governor-evers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alder Nasra Wehelie and Alder Barbara Harrington-McKinney Resign from Ad Hoc Taskforce on the Structure of City Government (TFOGS) Final Report Implementation Workgroup]]></title><description><![CDATA[We have tendered our resignation from the TFOGS Implementation Workgroup due to the lack of leadership from Workgroup Chair Alder Keith Furman, who has not been leading with equity or practicing inclusive meetings. There has not been clear communication and collaboration with the Chair, and as Vice...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alder-nasra-wehelie-and-alder-barbara-harrington-mckinney-resign-from-ad-hoc-taskforce-on-the-structure-of-city-government-tfogs-final-report-implementation-workgroup/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Feb 2022 22:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alder-nasra-wehelie-and-alder-barbara-harrington-mckinney-resign-from-ad-hoc-taskforce-on-the-structure-of-city-government-tfogs-final-report-implementation-workgroup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Transit Community Meeting Scheduled]]></title><description><![CDATA[Join Metro at a virtual community meeting to learn more about a draft plan to completely restructure its service starting in 2023.<br />
Thursday, February 24<br />
Starts at 6:00 pm<br />
Meeting Link:<br />
https://cityofmadison.zoom.us/j/81025001890?pwd=bnNyY2c5aVFTZ0cxTm9UOHFa...<br />
The proposed draft plan focuses on&nbsp;...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-community-meeting-scheduled/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Feb 2022 22:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-community-meeting-scheduled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Transit Expects Delays Due to Road Conditions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Normal Operations Today<br />
Metro service will be operating today, but delays are expected. Drivers will maintain schedules as icy road conditions allow.<br />
Track your bus at mymetrobus.com or using a tracking app available at:<br />
https://www.cityofmadison.com/metro/how-to-ride/rider-tools<br />
Due to the closure...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-expects-delays-due-to-road-conditions/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Feb 2022 11:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-expects-delays-due-to-road-conditions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trash and Recycling Collection Canceled for February 22, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division will not be collecting trash and recycling on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 due to icy conditions on roads as well as the slippery conditions on driveways and sidewalks. Instead of collecting trash and recycling, the Streets Division will be reassigning staff to assist with the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trash-and-recycling-collection-canceled-for-february-22-2022/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Feb 2022 10:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trash-and-recycling-collection-canceled-for-february-22-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Events Scheduled for Library Takeover Program Highlighting Muslim Mental Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to a recent study published in JAMA Psychiatry, Muslims in the United States are two times more likely to attempt suicide compared with other religious groups. You can help change this statistic.<br />
"Mental health is talked about very seldomly within the Muslim community, and there is a need...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/two-events-scheduled-for-library-takeover-program-highlighting-muslim-mental-health/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Feb 2022 17:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/two-events-scheduled-for-library-takeover-program-highlighting-muslim-mental-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prevent Fires: Recycle Batteries Safely]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, February 18, 2022 is National Battery Day. The Streets Division would like to take this day to remind residents to recycle their household batteries the right way to prevent fires.<br />
How to Recycle BatteriesBatteries never belong in your recycling cart.<br />
Residents looking to recycle their...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/prevent-fires-recycle-batteries-safely/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Feb 2022 16:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/prevent-fires-recycle-batteries-safely/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Joins the National League of Cities Safety First Challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison has officially joined in the National League of Cities (NLC) &ldquo;Safety First Challenge&rdquo;. Within 100 days, this challenge aims to encourage 100 cities, towns and villages nationwide to commit to focusing their efforts on a safety-first approach to decisions about design and transportation...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-joins-the-national-league-of-cities-safety-first-challenge/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Feb 2022 14:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-joins-the-national-league-of-cities-safety-first-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monroe Street Library To Expand Service Hours Beginning Monday, March 7]]></title><description><![CDATA[Effective Monday, March 7, the Monroe Street Library (1705 Monroe St.) will expand service to five days per week. Monroe Street Library service hours will be:<br />
Mondays 10am-6pm<br />
Tuesdays 10am-6pm<br />
Wednesdays 10am-6pm<br />
Thursdays closed<br />
Fridays 10am-6pm<br />
Saturdays 9am-5pm<br />
&ldquo;We are pleased to restore...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/monroe-street-library-to-expand-service-hours-beginning-monday-march-7/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2022 15:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/monroe-street-library-to-expand-service-hours-beginning-monday-march-7/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Streets Division Drop-off Site Opening at 121 E. Olin Avenue on April 4, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[As previously announced, the drop-off site at 1501 W. Badger Rd will be closing on March 25, 2022. The site will be closed until at least the spring of 2023.<br />
A temporary drop-off site with special hours will be available to help residents through the warmer months while Badger Rd is closed.<br />
The...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/new-streets-division-drop-off-site-opening-at-121-e-olin-avenue-on-april-4-2022/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Feb 2022 16:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/new-streets-division-drop-off-site-opening-at-121-e-olin-avenue-on-april-4-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Arts Commission and Monona Terrace Announce Call for Artist Entries for Rooftop and Olin Terrace Sculptures]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center in Madison is soliciting submissions from artists for its 2022 sculpture exhibition on the William T. Evjue Rooftop Gardens and Olin Terrace. Art on the Rooftop is a free exhibit of public sculpture to help showcase the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-arts-commission-and-monona-terrace-announce-call-for-artist-entries-for-rooftop-and-olin-terrace-sculptures/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Feb 2022 15:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-arts-commission-and-monona-terrace-announce-call-for-artist-entries-for-rooftop-and-olin-terrace-sculptures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dane County Face Covering Order to Expire March 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[Effective at 12:00am on March 1, 2022, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County will no longer require face coverings in public indoor spaces in light of steadily decreasing COVID-19 case rates and hospitalizations.<br />
The seven-day average of cases peaked on January 12 when 1,491 people were diagnosed...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-county-face-covering-order-to-expire-march-1/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Feb 2022 17:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-county-face-covering-order-to-expire-march-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statement of Mayor Rhodes-Conway re: Wisconsin Supreme Court Decision Locking Ballot Drop Boxes for the Spring Election]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is deeply disappointing that the majority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court decided to institute two sets of rules for the same election cycle, sowing confusion by allowing secure ballot drop boxes for the primary and locking them shut for the general election.&nbsp;<br />
Worse, the court has not heard the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-re-wisconsin-supreme-court-decision-locking-ballot-drop-boxes-for-the-spring-election/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Feb 2022 21:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-re-wisconsin-supreme-court-decision-locking-ballot-drop-boxes-for-the-spring-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Common Council Agenda: Upcoming New Format]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON &ndash; The City of Madison Common Council recently passed ORD-22-00012, which changes the order of business and procedures for registered speakers during Common Council meetings.<br />
These changes stemmed from policy recommendations made by the Task Force on the Structure of City Government (TFOGS...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-common-council-agenda-upcoming-new-format/</link><pubDate>Fri, 11 Feb 2022 16:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-common-council-agenda-upcoming-new-format/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison’s Focus on Prioritizing Safety is Forward Thinking]]></title><description><![CDATA[On January 27, 2022, the US Department of Transportation Secretary, Pete Buttigieg, announced the federal government&rsquo;s new comprehensive National Roadway Safety Strategy, a roadmap for addressing the national crisis in roadway fatalities and serious injuries. This strategy is the first step at the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madisons-focus-on-prioritizing-safety-is-forward-thinking/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Feb 2022 19:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madisons-focus-on-prioritizing-safety-is-forward-thinking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Point Road Drop-off Site Opening March 29, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[As previously announced, the Streets Division drop-off site at 1501 W. Badger Rd will close on March 25, 2022 and will remain closed until the spring of 2023.<br />
On Tuesday, March 29, 2022 the drop-off site at 402 South Point Road will open.<br />
When South Point opens, the location will accept trash,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/south-point-road-drop-off-site-opening-march-29-2022/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2022 17:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/south-point-road-drop-off-site-opening-march-29-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Spring Primary in the City of Madison on February 15]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison will not have a primary election on February 15, 2022.<br />
No office appearing on the Spring Election ballots in the City of Madison had enough candidates file to require a primary in the City on February 15.<br />
Offices that City of Madison voters will see on their April 5 Spring...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-spring-primary-in-the-city-of-madison-on-february-15/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2022 16:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-spring-primary-in-the-city-of-madison-on-february-15/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First Library Takeover Event Scheduled for February 26, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- Madison Public Library&rsquo;s Library Takeover program will launch its first event of the year on February 26, 2022, 6:30-8:30 p.m. The event, Thrival Tools: On Indigenous Winter Survival and Brilliance, will include a series of speakers representing different Tribes and traditions, song...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/first-library-takeover-event-scheduled-for-february-26-2022/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Feb 2022 00:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/first-library-takeover-event-scheduled-for-february-26-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Share the Table: MPD hosting roundtable discussion on body-worn cameras]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Police Department is hosting a series of roundtable discussions to talk about the impact that body-worn cameras have on policing.<br />
On Thursday, members of the public and city leaders are invited to participate in the &ldquo;Share the Table&rdquo; program.<br />
The program is designed to build mutual...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/share-the-table-mpd-hosting-roundtable-discussion-on-body-worn-cameras/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Feb 2022 23:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/share-the-table-mpd-hosting-roundtable-discussion-on-body-worn-cameras/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[You're invited: MPD hosting roundtable discussion on body-worn cameras]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Police Department is hosting a series of roundtable discussions to talk about the impact that body-worn cameras have on policing.<br />
On Thursday, members of the public and city leaders are invited to participate in the &ldquo;Share the Table&rdquo; program.<br />
The program is designed to build mutual...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/youre-invited-mpd-hosting-roundtable-discussion-on-body-worn-cameras/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Feb 2022 22:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/youre-invited-mpd-hosting-roundtable-discussion-on-body-worn-cameras/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wellness Practitioners Summit Seeks to Improve Access to Health + Wellness Services for BIPOC Communities]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI &ndash; Madison Public Library, Be Well Madison, and Midwest Mujeres&nbsp; are partnering to offer a virtual BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) wellness practitioner gathering on February 17, 2022 from 7-8:30 p.m. via Zoom. Putting it Into Practice: Wellness Practitioners Summit will...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/wellness-practitioners-summit-seeks-to-improve-access-to-health-wellness-services-for-bipoc-communities/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Feb 2022 20:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/wellness-practitioners-summit-seeks-to-improve-access-to-health-wellness-services-for-bipoc-communities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statement by Mayor Rhodes-Conway on AB 588/SB 573 re: EV Charging]]></title><description><![CDATA[Electric Vehicles (EVs) are a critical part of our nation&rsquo;s transportation future. The federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law invests heavily in EV charging infrastructure, and has the potential to bring jobs, economic development and increased transportation choices to Wisconsin.<br />
The landscape...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-by-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-ab-588sb-573-re-ev-charging/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-by-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-ab-588sb-573-re-ev-charging/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Badger Road Drop-off Site Closing March 25, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division&rsquo;s drop-off site located at 1501 W. Badger Rd will be closing on March 25, 2022 for a construction project.&nbsp; The site will remain closed until at least the spring of 2023.<br />
Closing Badger Rd will create many changes to the drop-off site services provided by the Streets Division....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/badger-road-drop-off-site-closing-march-25-2022/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Feb 2022 17:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/badger-road-drop-off-site-closing-march-25-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[30-Day Deadline: Comment On First Flood Solution Models]]></title><description><![CDATA[The community has 30 days to give feedback on the first three final draft reports of watershed study models, which are posted online and propose potential solutions to flooding issues.<br />
The first three draft reports focus on watershed studies on the City&rsquo;s west side: Spring Harbor, Stricker&rsquo;s/...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/30-day-deadline-comment-on-first-flood-solution-models/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Jan 2022 22:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/30-day-deadline-comment-on-first-flood-solution-models/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Protect Your Home’s Pipes From Freezing]]></title><description><![CDATA[2022 is off to a frigid start. It is important for home and business owners to protect their water pipes from freezing or bursting during our coldest time of year.<br />
Water Meters and Pipes:Double-check outdoor hose bibs to make sure all hoses are disconnected and faucets are turned off and drained...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/protect-your-homes-pipes-from-freezing/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2022 21:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/protect-your-homes-pipes-from-freezing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Face Covering Order Extended Amid Continued Surge in COVID Cases &amp; Hospitalizations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is issuing Face Covering Emergency Order #7, effective at 12:01am on February 1, 2022, immediately after the current order expires. The Dane County Order mirrors the previous order and requires face coverings among people ages two and older when in most...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/face-covering-order-extended-amid-continued-surge-in-covid-cases-amp-hospitalizations/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2022 17:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/face-covering-order-extended-amid-continued-surge-in-covid-cases-amp-hospitalizations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The City of Madison Needs More Crossing Guards]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Traffic Engineering Division is again looking to hire a number of qualified candidates to work part-time as a School Crossing Guard for the remainder of the school year. The position is an integral part of safe walking and biking to school. Crossing Guards help children safely...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-city-of-madison-needs-more-crossing-guards/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jan 2022 17:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-city-of-madison-needs-more-crossing-guards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Food Policy Council Announces 2022 SEED Grants Cycle]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Food Policy Council announces the 2022 SEED Grants cycle to address food access issues in our community. SEED Grants are small grants designed to support new and recently emerging projects or programs that support access to healthy food in our community.<br />
The City of Madison 2022...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-food-policy-council-announces-2022-seed-grants-cycle/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Jan 2022 18:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-food-policy-council-announces-2022-seed-grants-cycle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The K-9 officers protecting Madison need community support for new gear]]></title><description><![CDATA[The dogs who protect and patrol the Madison community are in need of your help.<br />
Today, the Madison Police Department K-9 unit is launching a fundraiser for new bulletproof vests for its six patrol dogs.<br />
&ldquo;Every day I go to work, I put on my body armor and bullet-resistant vest,&rdquo; said Officer Eric...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-k-9-officers-protecting-madison-need-community-support-for-new-gear/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Jan 2022 16:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-k-9-officers-protecting-madison-need-community-support-for-new-gear/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angela Trudell Vasquez Reappointed Madison Poet Laureate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Angela Trudell Vasquez began serving a&nbsp;second two-year term as Madison Poet Laureate January 1-. Madison&rsquo;s Common Council approved her reappointment on December 7, 2021 at the recommendation of Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway and the Madison Arts Commission. Ms. Trudell Vasquez will continue to hold the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/angela-trudell-vasquez-reappointed-madison-poet-laureate/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Jan 2022 18:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/angela-trudell-vasquez-reappointed-madison-poet-laureate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Downtown Madison Office and Restaurant Building at 131 West Wilson Approved for Reopening Again]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison Building Inspectors have notified the owners of the office and restaurant building at 131 West Wilson that the building conditions have been verified to be safe to open.<br />
Due to safety concerns the building was first closed in September but reopened after proper steps had been taken to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/downtown-madison-office-and-restaurant-building-at-131-west-wilson-approved-for-reopening-again/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Jan 2022 21:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/downtown-madison-office-and-restaurant-building-at-131-west-wilson-approved-for-reopening-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Historic Preservation Ordinance Revisions Proposed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Landmarks Ordinance Review Committee (LORC) has proposed revisions to Madison&rsquo;s Historic Preservation Ordinance for local historic districts. These ordinance changes will apply to all properties in the Mansion Hill, Third Lake Ridge, Marquette Bungalows, University Heights, and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/historic-preservation-ordinance-revisions-proposed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Jan 2022 15:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/historic-preservation-ordinance-revisions-proposed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[“Not Homeless Enough” Screening and Community Conversation to Highlight Invisible Homelessness within Dane County]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI-- On Thursday, January 20, 2022, all are invited to a virtual screening of the short documentary &ldquo;Not Homeless Enough&rdquo; hosted by Madison Public Library, and presented by the Doubled Up Work Group (Homeless Services Consortium). The 10-minute film will be introduced by filmmaker Diane...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/not-homeless-enough-screening-and-community-conversation-to-highlight-invisible-homelessness-within-dane-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2022 17:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/not-homeless-enough-screening-and-community-conversation-to-highlight-invisible-homelessness-within-dane-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[You’re Invited: First Public Meeting Set for New Imagination Center at Reindahl Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[The community is invited to see preliminary designs for the new Imagination Center at Reindahl Park, 6-8 p.m., Jan. 27, 2022, via Zoom. Registration prior is required to receive the Zoom link in advance. Community members are invited to share comments, ask questions and engage fully with the City...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/youre-invited-first-public-meeting-set-for-new-imagination-center-at-reindahl-park/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2022 00:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/youre-invited-first-public-meeting-set-for-new-imagination-center-at-reindahl-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/youre-invited-first-public-meeting-set-for-new-imagination-center-at-reindahl-park"&gt;You&rsquo;re Invited: First Public Meeting Set for New Imagination Center at Reindahl Park&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The community is invited to see preliminary designs for the new Imagination Center at Reindahl Park, 6-8 p.m., Jan. 27, 2022, via Zoom. Registration prior is required to receive the Zoom link in advance. Community members are invited to share comments, ask questions and engage fully with the City...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsyoure-invited-first-public-meeting-set-for-new-imagination-center-at-reindahl-parkgtyoursquore-invited-first-public-meeting-set-for-new-imagination-center-at-reindahl-parkltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Jan 2022 00:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsyoure-invited-first-public-meeting-set-for-new-imagination-center-at-reindahl-parkgtyoursquore-invited-first-public-meeting-set-for-new-imagination-center-at-reindahl-parkltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Celebrates Adult Crossing Guard Recognition Week]]></title><description><![CDATA[The State of Wisconsin has declared the week of January 10 Adult School Crossing Guard Recognition Week. The City of Madison would like to honor the 58 dedicated Crossing Guards who work at intersections throughout the city helping children get to school.<br />
January is a perfect time of the year to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-celebrates-adult-crossing-guard-recognition-week/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Jan 2022 13:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-celebrates-adult-crossing-guard-recognition-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/madison-celebrates-adult-crossing-guard-recognition-week"&gt;Madison Celebrates Adult Crossing Guard Recognition Week&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The State of Wisconsin has declared the week of January 10 Adult School Crossing Guard Recognition Week. The City of Madison would like to honor the 58 dedicated Crossing Guards who work at intersections throughout the city helping children get to school.<br />
January is a perfect time of the year to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-celebrates-adult-crossing-guard-recognition-weekgtmadison-celebrates-adult-crossing-guard-recognition-weekltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Jan 2022 13:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-celebrates-adult-crossing-guard-recognition-weekgtmadison-celebrates-adult-crossing-guard-recognition-weekltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Medic 14, City's Ninth Ambulance, Now In Service On Dairy Drive]]></title><description><![CDATA[Medic 14 is now in service and responding to emergency medical calls on Madison&rsquo;s southeast side, bringing additional advanced life support (ALS) emergency services to the area. The City&rsquo;s ninth ambulance went into service at 7:00 a.m. Sunday, January 9.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
"We&rsquo;re pleased to announce the addition of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/medic-14-citys-ninth-ambulance-now-in-service-on-dairy-drive/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Jan 2022 17:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/medic-14-citys-ninth-ambulance-now-in-service-on-dairy-drive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/medic-14-citys-ninth-ambulance-now-in-service-on-dairy-drive-0"&gt;Medic 14, City's Ninth Ambulance, Now In Service On Dairy Drive&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Medic 14 is now in service and responding to emergency medical calls on Madison&rsquo;s southeast side, bringing additional advanced life support (ALS) emergency services to the area. The City&rsquo;s ninth ambulance went into service at 7:00 a.m. Sunday, January 9.<br />
"We&rsquo;re pleased to announce the addition of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmedic-14-citys-ninth-ambulance-now-in-service-on-dairy-drive-0gtmedic-14-citys-ninth-ambulance-now-in-service-on-dairy-driveltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Jan 2022 17:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmedic-14-citys-ninth-ambulance-now-in-service-on-dairy-drive-0gtmedic-14-citys-ninth-ambulance-now-in-service-on-dairy-driveltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Trash &amp; Recycling Pickup or Drop-off Services on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[There will be no trash or recycling collection by the Streets Division on Monday, January 17, 2022 in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr holiday. The drop-off sites will also be closed.<br />
Curbside Collection Information<br />
Madison residents who normally have their trash and recycling collected on...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-trash-amp-recycling-pickup-or-drop-off-services-on-martin-luther-king-jr-day/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Jan 2022 15:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-trash-amp-recycling-pickup-or-drop-off-services-on-martin-luther-king-jr-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/no-trash-recycling-pickup-or-drop-off-services-on-martin-luther-king-jr-day"&gt; No Trash &amp; Recycling Pickup or Drop-off Services on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[There will be no trash or recycling collection by the Streets Division on Monday, January 17, 2022 in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr holiday. The drop-off sites will also be closed.<br />
Curbside Collection Information<br />
Madison residents who normally have their trash and recycling collected on...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsno-trash-recycling-pickup-or-drop-off-services-on-martin-luther-king-jr-daygt-no-trash-amp-recycling-pickup-or-drop-off-services-on-martin-luther-king-jr-dayltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Jan 2022 15:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsno-trash-recycling-pickup-or-drop-off-services-on-martin-luther-king-jr-daygt-no-trash-amp-recycling-pickup-or-drop-off-services-on-martin-luther-king-jr-dayltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Radon: A Risk for Lung Cancer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Radon can&rsquo;t be seen, smelled, or tasted and is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers. Many people in Dane, Rock, and Green counties test their homes for radon and find elevated levels. The South Central Radon Information Center, representing Dane, Rock, and Green counties, urges...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/radon-a-risk-for-lung-cancer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Jan 2022 18:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/radon-a-risk-for-lung-cancer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/radon-a-risk-for-lung-cancer"&gt;Radon: A Risk for Lung Cancer &lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Radon can&rsquo;t be seen, smelled, or tasted and is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers. Many people in Dane, Rock, and Green counties test their homes for radon and find elevated levels. The South Central Radon Information Center, representing Dane, Rock, and Green counties, urges...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsradon-a-risk-for-lung-cancergtradon-a-risk-for-lung-cancer-ltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Jan 2022 18:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsradon-a-risk-for-lung-cancergtradon-a-risk-for-lung-cancer-ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/additional-testing-clinic-to-open-due-to-high-demand-for-tests"&gt;Additional Testing Clinic to Open Due to High Demand for Tests&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is supporting DHS-contracted private testing provider, Accelerated Labs, to open an additional mass testing clinic in Dane County to help meet the demand for testing with a sustainable solution amid a surge in COVID-19 cases.<br />
The walk-up clinic will open in...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsadditional-testing-clinic-to-open-due-to-high-demand-for-testsgtadditional-testing-clinic-to-open-due-to-high-demand-for-testsltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Jan 2022 15:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsadditional-testing-clinic-to-open-due-to-high-demand-for-testsgtadditional-testing-clinic-to-open-due-to-high-demand-for-testsltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Additional Testing Clinic to Open Due to High Demand for Tests]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is supporting DHS-contracted private testing provider, Accelerated Labs, to open an additional mass testing clinic in Dane County to help meet the demand for testing with a sustainable solution amid a surge in COVID-19 cases.<br />
The walk-up clinic will open in...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/additional-testing-clinic-to-open-due-to-high-demand-for-tests/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Jan 2022 15:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/additional-testing-clinic-to-open-due-to-high-demand-for-tests/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/as-temps-plunge-protect-your-homes-water-pipes-1"&gt;As Temps Plunge, Protect Your Home's Water Pipes&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[This winter is off to a frigid start and there&rsquo;s another cold front approaching. It's important for home and business owners to act now to protect their water pipes from freezing or bursting, before winter sets in for the long haul.<br />
Water Meters and Pipes:Double-check outdoor hose bibs to make...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsas-temps-plunge-protect-your-homes-water-pipes-1gtas-temps-plunge-protect-your-homes-water-pipesltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Dec 2021 01:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsas-temps-plunge-protect-your-homes-water-pipes-1gtas-temps-plunge-protect-your-homes-water-pipesltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Lovely are thy Branches by Lillian Sizemore]]></title><description><![CDATA[An 89-foot diameter temporary walking LABYRINTH will be constructed from recycled holiday tree branches this winter, and will be free and open to the public. How Lovely Are Thy Branches is coming to Olbrich Park Beach in Madison WI, January 2 through March 1, 2022. This Project was commissioned by...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/how-lovely-are-thy-branches-by-lillian-sizemore/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Dec 2021 23:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/how-lovely-are-thy-branches-by-lillian-sizemore/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Health Adopts New COVID-19 Quarantine and Isolation Guidance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following updated COVID-19 recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is adopting new guidelines for the length of isolation and quarantine.<br />
According to the guidance, the time for...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-adopts-new-covid-19-quarantine-and-isolation-guidance/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Dec 2021 20:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-adopts-new-covid-19-quarantine-and-isolation-guidance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/public-health-adopts-new-covid-19-quarantine-and-isolation-guidance"&gt;Public Health Adopts New COVID-19 Quarantine and Isolation Guidance&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following updated COVID-19 recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is adopting new guidelines for the length of isolation and quarantine.<br />
According to the guidance, the time for...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewspublic-health-adopts-new-covid-19-quarantine-and-isolation-guidancegtpublic-health-adopts-new-covid-19-quarantine-and-isolation-guidanceltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Dec 2021 20:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewspublic-health-adopts-new-covid-19-quarantine-and-isolation-guidancegtpublic-health-adopts-new-covid-19-quarantine-and-isolation-guidanceltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/snow-emergency-continues-tonight-10"&gt;Snow Emergency Continues Tonight&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[A snow emergency will be in effect for the City of Madison again tonight, December 29, 2021.<br />
Everyone who parks a vehicle on the street, including residents in the Snow Emergency Zone, must follow alternate side parking regulations.<br />
Please choose off-street parking options for their vehicles again...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewssnow-emergency-continues-tonight-10gtsnow-emergency-continues-tonightltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Dec 2021 19:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewssnow-emergency-continues-tonight-10gtsnow-emergency-continues-tonightltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/madison-declares-snow-emergency-12"&gt;Madison Declares Snow Emergency&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison has declared a snow emergency on December 28, 2021.<br />
This means overnight alternate side parking restrictions will be in effect for the next two nights for the Snow Emergency Zone as well as the rest of the City of Madison.<br />
During the overnight hours for the next two nights, the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-declares-snow-emergency-12gtmadison-declares-snow-emergencyltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Dec 2021 02:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-declares-snow-emergency-12gtmadison-declares-snow-emergencyltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/christmas-tree-collection-schedule"&gt;Christmas Tree Collection Schedule&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division provides two rounds of curbside collection for Christmas trees. The first round will begin on January 3, 2022 with the second and final round beginning on January 18, 2022. Collection will be weather dependent.<br />
Do not place wreaths, evergreen rope, garlands, and boughs out for...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewschristmas-tree-collection-schedulegtchristmas-tree-collection-scheduleltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Dec 2021 16:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewschristmas-tree-collection-schedulegtchristmas-tree-collection-scheduleltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Christmas Tree Collection Schedule]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division provides two rounds of curbside collection for Christmas trees. The first round will begin on January 3, 2022 with the second and final round beginning on January 18, 2022. Collection will be weather dependent.<br />
Do not place wreaths, evergreen rope, garlands, and boughs out for...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/christmas-tree-collection-schedule/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Dec 2021 16:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/christmas-tree-collection-schedule/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/metro-transit-operates-holiday-schedules-on-new-years-day"&gt;Metro Transit Operates Holiday Schedules on New Year's Day &lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Metro Transit operates regular weekday schedules on Friday, December 31. There is no extended service.<br />
Buses follow HOLIDAY schedules on Saturday, January 1. Holiday service is available on the following routes:2,&nbsp;4,&nbsp;5,&nbsp;6,&nbsp;7,&nbsp;8,&nbsp;13,&nbsp;16,&nbsp;17&nbsp;18,&nbsp;20,&nbsp;21,&nbsp;22,&nbsp;26,&nbsp;30,&nbsp;31,&nbsp;32,&nbsp;36,&nbsp;40,&nbsp;50,&nbsp;51,&nbsp;59,&nbsp;63...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmetro-transit-operates-holiday-schedules-on-new-years-daygtmetro-transit-operates-holiday-schedules-on-new-years-day-ltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Dec 2021 20:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmetro-transit-operates-holiday-schedules-on-new-years-daygtmetro-transit-operates-holiday-schedules-on-new-years-day-ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trash &amp; Recycling Will Be Collected on New Year&rsquo;s Eve 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division will be performing regularly scheduled curbside collections of trash and recycling on Friday, December 31, 2021.<br />
Streets Division drop-off sites will also be open on New Year&rsquo;s Eve, but they will be closing at 10:50am.<br />
About the New Year&rsquo;s Eve Collections<br />
Residents with a...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trash-amp-recycling-will-be-collected-on-new-yearrsquos-eve-2021/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Dec 2021 16:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trash-amp-recycling-will-be-collected-on-new-yearrsquos-eve-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/trash-recycling-will-be-collected-on-new-years-eve-2021"&gt; Trash &amp; Recycling Will Be Collected on New Year&rsquo;s Eve 2021&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division will be performing regularly scheduled curbside collections of trash and recycling on Friday, December 31, 2021.<br />
Streets Division drop-off sites will also be open on New Year&rsquo;s Eve, but they will be closing at 10:50am.<br />
About the New Year&rsquo;s Eve Collections<br />
Residents with a...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewstrash-recycling-will-be-collected-on-new-years-eve-2021gt-trash-amp-recycling-will-be-collected-on-new-yearrsquos-eve-2021ltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Dec 2021 16:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewstrash-recycling-will-be-collected-on-new-years-eve-2021gt-trash-amp-recycling-will-be-collected-on-new-yearrsquos-eve-2021ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/metro-transit-service-decreased-december-24-25"&gt;Metro Transit Service Decreased: December 24 - 25&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Metro Transit service will be decreased over the Christmas holiday.<br />
Friday, December 24<br />
Weekday Schedules - Service Ends at 6 p.m.Metro Transit follows WEEKDAY schedules on Christmas Eve.<br />
Service ends at approximately 6 p.m.Print list of last trips<br />
Customer Service Hours<br />
6:15 am - 5:00 pm...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmetro-transit-service-decreased-december-24-25gtmetro-transit-service-decreased-december-24-25ltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Dec 2021 22:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmetro-transit-service-decreased-december-24-25gtmetro-transit-service-decreased-december-24-25ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nearly 150 Omicron Cases Identified in Dane County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly 150 Omicron cases have been identified in Dane County as of December 21. This indicates rapid growth of Omicron from the initial three cases that were first identified five days ago on December 16. The number of Omicron cases is expected to continue rising quickly as more cases are sequenced...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/nearly-150-omicron-cases-identified-in-dane-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Dec 2021 20:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/nearly-150-omicron-cases-identified-in-dane-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/nearly-150-omicron-cases-identified-in-dane-county"&gt;Nearly 150 Omicron Cases Identified in Dane County&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly 150 Omicron cases have been identified in Dane County as of December 21. This indicates rapid growth of Omicron from the initial three cases that were first identified five days ago on December 16. The number of Omicron cases is expected to continue rising quickly as more cases are sequenced...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsnearly-150-omicron-cases-identified-in-dane-countygtnearly-150-omicron-cases-identified-in-dane-countyltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Dec 2021 20:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsnearly-150-omicron-cases-identified-in-dane-countygtnearly-150-omicron-cases-identified-in-dane-countyltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/face-covering-order-extended-amid-high-covid-hospitalization-rates-and-concerns-over-new"&gt;Face Covering Order Extended Amid High COVID Hospitalization Rates and Concerns over New Variant&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is issuing Face Covering Emergency Order #6, effective at 12:01am on January 3, 2022, immediately after the current order expires. The Dane County Order requires face coverings among people ages two and older when in most enclosed spaces open to the public...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsface-covering-order-extended-amid-high-covid-hospitalization-rates-and-concerns-over-newgtface-covering-order-extended-amid-high-covid-hospitalization-rates-and-concerns-over-new-variantltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Dec 2021 21:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsface-covering-order-extended-amid-high-covid-hospitalization-rates-and-concerns-over-newgtface-covering-order-extended-amid-high-covid-hospitalization-rates-and-concerns-over-new-variantltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Face Covering Order Extended Amid High COVID Hospitalization Rates and Concerns over New Variant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is issuing Face Covering Emergency Order #6, effective at 12:01am on January 3, 2022, immediately after the current order expires. The Dane County Order requires face coverings among people ages two and older when in most enclosed spaces open to the public...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/face-covering-order-extended-amid-high-covid-hospitalization-rates-and-concerns-over-new-variant/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Dec 2021 21:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/face-covering-order-extended-amid-high-covid-hospitalization-rates-and-concerns-over-new-variant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trash &amp; Recycling Will Be Collected on Christmas Eve 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division will be performing regularly scheduled curbside collections of trash and recycling on Friday, December 24, 2021.<br />
Streets Division drop-off sites will also be open on Christmas Eve, but they will be closing at 10:50am.<br />
About Christmas Eve Collections<br />
Residents with a Friday...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trash-amp-recycling-will-be-collected-on-christmas-eve-2021/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Dec 2021 16:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trash-amp-recycling-will-be-collected-on-christmas-eve-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/trash-recycling-will-be-collected-on-christmas-eve-2021"&gt; Trash &amp; Recycling Will Be Collected on Christmas Eve 2021&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division will be performing regularly scheduled curbside collections of trash and recycling on Friday, December 24, 2021.<br />
Streets Division drop-off sites will also be open on Christmas Eve, but they will be closing at 10:50am.<br />
About Christmas Eve Collections<br />
Residents with a Friday...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewstrash-recycling-will-be-collected-on-christmas-eve-2021gt-trash-amp-recycling-will-be-collected-on-christmas-eve-2021ltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Dec 2021 16:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewstrash-recycling-will-be-collected-on-christmas-eve-2021gt-trash-amp-recycling-will-be-collected-on-christmas-eve-2021ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/brush-cleanup-from-wind-storm"&gt;Brush Cleanup from Wind Storm&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division is performing brush collection in response to the wind storm that hit Madison on of the evening of December 15, 2021.<br />
You may place woody material that meets the brush collection specifications on the terrace for collection. If you need curbside brush collection, set the brush...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsbrush-cleanup-from-wind-stormgtbrush-cleanup-from-wind-stormltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Dec 2021 14:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsbrush-cleanup-from-wind-stormgtbrush-cleanup-from-wind-stormltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/brush-cleanup-from-wind-storm-0"&gt;Brush Cleanup from Wind Storm&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division is performing brush collection in response to the wind storm that hit Madison on of the evening of December 15, 2021.<br />
You may place woody material that meets the brush collection specifications on the terrace for collection. If you need curbside brush collection, set the brush...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsbrush-cleanup-from-wind-storm-0gtbrush-cleanup-from-wind-stormltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Dec 2021 14:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsbrush-cleanup-from-wind-storm-0gtbrush-cleanup-from-wind-stormltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brush Cleanup from Wind Storm]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division is performing brush collection in response to the wind storm that hit Madison on of the evening of December 15, 2021.<br />
You may place woody material that meets the brush collection specifications on the terrace for collection. If you need curbside brush collection, set the brush...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brush-cleanup-from-wind-storm/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Dec 2021 14:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brush-cleanup-from-wind-storm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/be-on-santas-good-list-be-good-to-your-pipes"&gt;Be on Santa&rsquo;s &lsquo;Good&rsquo; List, Be Good to Your Pipes!&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pay attention to what you put down your drain to avoid a sanitary sewer backup while hosting this holiday season.<br />
FOG is the term used to describe the fats, oils and grease that create a hard layer of material that can clog private sanitary service laterals and public sanitary sewer main lines. A...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsbe-on-santas-good-list-be-good-to-your-pipesgtbe-on-santarsquos-lsquogoodrsquo-list-be-good-to-your-pipesltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Dec 2021 19:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsbe-on-santas-good-list-be-good-to-your-pipesgtbe-on-santarsquos-lsquogoodrsquo-list-be-good-to-your-pipesltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Be on Santa’s ‘Good’ List, Be Good to Your Pipes!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pay attention to what you put down your drain to avoid a sanitary sewer backup while hosting this holiday season.<br />
FOG is the term used to describe the fats, oils and grease that create a hard layer of material that can clog private sanitary service laterals and public sanitary sewer main lines. A...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/be-on-santas-good-list-be-good-to-your-pipes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Dec 2021 19:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/be-on-santas-good-list-be-good-to-your-pipes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Omicron Variant in Dane County: Pay Attention, Don’t Panic]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Omicron variant has been detected in Dane County. Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is encouraging everyone to get vaccinated against COVID-19, or get a booster if they&rsquo;re eligible.<br />
&ldquo;As we work to learn more about the Omicron variant, including how easily it spreads, remember that the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/omicron-variant-in-dane-county-pay-attention-dont-panic/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Dec 2021 16:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/omicron-variant-in-dane-county-pay-attention-dont-panic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/omicron-variant-in-dane-county-pay-attention-dont-panic"&gt;Omicron Variant in Dane County: Pay Attention, Don&rsquo;t Panic&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Omicron variant has been detected in Dane County. Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is encouraging everyone to get vaccinated against COVID-19, or get a booster if they&rsquo;re eligible.<br />
&ldquo;As we work to learn more about the Omicron variant, including how easily it spreads, remember that the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsomicron-variant-in-dane-county-pay-attention-dont-panicgtomicron-variant-in-dane-county-pay-attention-donrsquot-panicltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Dec 2021 16:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsomicron-variant-in-dane-county-pay-attention-dont-panicgtomicron-variant-in-dane-county-pay-attention-donrsquot-panicltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/high-winds-tonight-wait-to-place-trash-recycling-carts"&gt;High Winds Tonight: Wait to Place Trash &amp; Recycling Carts&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forecasts are calling for periods of sustained high winds during the overnight hours with the potential for wind gusts near 60 MPH.<br />
Wait to Place Collection Carts out for Pickup Until the Morning<br />
In light of these weather conditions, you should wait to place your trash and recycling carts out for...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewshigh-winds-tonight-wait-to-place-trash-recycling-cartsgthigh-winds-tonight-wait-to-place-trash-amp-recycling-cartsltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2021 20:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewshigh-winds-tonight-wait-to-place-trash-recycling-cartsgthigh-winds-tonight-wait-to-place-trash-amp-recycling-cartsltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[High Winds Tonight: Wait to Place Trash &amp; Recycling Carts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forecasts are calling for periods of sustained high winds during the overnight hours with the potential for wind gusts near 60 MPH.<br />
Wait to Place Collection Carts out for Pickup Until the Morning<br />
In light of these weather conditions, you should wait to place your trash and recycling carts out for...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/high-winds-tonight-wait-to-place-trash-amp-recycling-carts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2021 20:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/high-winds-tonight-wait-to-place-trash-amp-recycling-carts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yard Waste Collection Over for 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[Curbside yardwaste collection by the Streets Division has ended for 2021. The last chance collection that began on December 6 has been completed.<br />
Do not place yard waste out to the curb for pickup at this time. And if you already have a yard waste pile on your terrace at this time, it is not likely...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/yard-waste-collection-over-for-2021/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2021 17:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/yard-waste-collection-over-for-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/yard-waste-collection-over-for-2021"&gt; Yard Waste Collection Over for 2021&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Curbside yardwaste collection by the Streets Division has ended for 2021. The last chance collection that began on December 6 has been completed.<br />
Do not place yard waste out to the curb for pickup at this time. And if you already have a yard waste pile on your terrace at this time, it is not likely...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsyard-waste-collection-over-for-2021gt-yard-waste-collection-over-for-2021ltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2021 17:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsyard-waste-collection-over-for-2021gt-yard-waste-collection-over-for-2021ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Take Action: Protect Your Trees from Gypsy Moths]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Streets Division&rsquo;s Urban Forestry Department is asking residents to help control the gypsy moth population.<br />
This winter please look for and then destroy the egg masses for this species that are on your property.<br />
Why do this?<br />
The moths (Lymantria dispar) are a destructive pest....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/take-action-protect-your-trees-from-gypsy-moths/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2021 15:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/take-action-protect-your-trees-from-gypsy-moths/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/take-action-protect-your-trees-from-gypsy-moths"&gt;Take Action: Protect Your Trees from Gypsy Moths&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Streets Division&rsquo;s Urban Forestry Department is asking residents to help control the gypsy moth population.<br />
This winter please look for and then destroy the egg masses for this species that are on your property.<br />
Why do this?<br />
The moths (Lymantria dispar) are a destructive pest....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewstake-action-protect-your-trees-from-gypsy-mothsgttake-action-protect-your-trees-from-gypsy-mothsltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2021 15:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewstake-action-protect-your-trees-from-gypsy-mothsgttake-action-protect-your-trees-from-gypsy-mothsltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/city-of-madison-building-inspection-closing-office-building-at-131-west-wilson-again"&gt;City of Madison Building Inspection Closing Office Building at 131 West Wilson Again&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[After owners failed to comply with conditions of occupancy previously established, the City is again closing the office and restaurant building at 131 West Wilson. The building was closed in early September because of structural concerns.&nbsp; The City worked with the building owner to establish and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscity-of-madison-building-inspection-closing-office-building-at-131-west-wilson-againgtcity-of-madison-building-inspection-closing-office-building-at-131-west-wilson-againltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2021 00:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscity-of-madison-building-inspection-closing-office-building-at-131-west-wilson-againgtcity-of-madison-building-inspection-closing-office-building-at-131-west-wilson-againltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Building Inspection Closing Office Building at 131 West Wilson Again]]></title><description><![CDATA[After owners failed to comply with conditions of occupancy previously established, the City is again closing the office and restaurant building at 131 West Wilson. The building was closed in early September because of structural concerns.&nbsp; The City worked with the building owner to establish and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-building-inspection-closing-office-building-at-131-west-wilson-again/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Dec 2021 00:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-building-inspection-closing-office-building-at-131-west-wilson-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statement of Mayor Rhodes-Conway on the Death of Dick Wagner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dick Wagner was a Madison icon, a true public servant and a pillar of our community. His impact spanned decades and he will be deeply missed.<br />
He was an outstanding leader in the LGBTQ community, and a personal inspiration for me. As the first openly gay member of the Dane County Board, elected in...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-the-death-of-dick-wagner/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Dec 2021 19:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-the-death-of-dick-wagner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/statement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-the-death-of-dick-wagner"&gt;Statement of Mayor Rhodes-Conway on the Death of Dick Wagner&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dick Wagner was a Madison icon, a true public servant and a pillar of our community. His impact spanned decades and he will be deeply missed.<br />
He was an outstanding leader in the LGBTQ community, and a personal inspiration for me. As the first openly gay member of the Dane County Board, elected in...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstatement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-the-death-of-dick-wagnergtstatement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-the-death-of-dick-wagnerltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Dec 2021 19:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstatement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-the-death-of-dick-wagnergtstatement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-the-death-of-dick-wagnerltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More Large Item Set-outs Days Now Available in Work Order System]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division is happy to announce that you will now have more opportunities every month to set out large items for collection when you submit a large item work order.<br />
The Streets Division expects you will see weekly large item set-out opportunities throughout the year when you submit a work...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/more-large-item-set-outs-days-now-available-in-work-order-system/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Dec 2021 16:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/more-large-item-set-outs-days-now-available-in-work-order-system/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/more-large-item-set-outs-days-now-available-in-work-order-system"&gt;More Large Item Set-outs Days Now Available in Work Order System&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division is happy to announce that you will now have more opportunities every month to set out large items for collection when you submit a large item work order.<br />
The Streets Division expects you will see weekly large item set-out opportunities throughout the year when you submit a work...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmore-large-item-set-outs-days-now-available-in-work-order-systemgtmore-large-item-set-outs-days-now-available-in-work-order-systemltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Dec 2021 16:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmore-large-item-set-outs-days-now-available-in-work-order-systemgtmore-large-item-set-outs-days-now-available-in-work-order-systemltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monona Terrace Earns Prestigious Platinum Level LEED® Status]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center has achieved Platinum level certification status by the U.S. Green Building Council as LEED-EB: O&amp;M (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design &ndash; Existing Building Operations and Maintenance). The LEED rating system, developed by the U.S. Green...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/monona-terrace-earns-prestigious-platinum-level-leed-status/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Dec 2021 17:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/monona-terrace-earns-prestigious-platinum-level-leed-status/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/monona-terrace-earns-prestigious-platinum-level-leedr-status"&gt;Monona Terrace Earns Prestigious Platinum Level LEED&reg; Status&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center has achieved Platinum level certification status by the U.S. Green Building Council as LEED-EB: O&amp;M (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design &ndash; Existing Building Operations and Maintenance). The LEED rating system, developed by the U.S. Green...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmonona-terrace-earns-prestigious-platinum-level-leedr-statusgtmonona-terrace-earns-prestigious-platinum-level-leedreg-statusltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Dec 2021 17:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmonona-terrace-earns-prestigious-platinum-level-leedr-statusgtmonona-terrace-earns-prestigious-platinum-level-leedreg-statusltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[POLICE CIVILIAN OVERSIGHT BOARD RELEASES VIDEOS OF INDEPENDENT POLICE MONITOR FINALIST CANDIDATE INTERVIEWS]]></title><description><![CDATA[In advance of deliberation and hiring decision at its December 16 meeting, the Police Civilian Oversight Board is releasing two interviews with the final candidate for the Independent Monitor position (link to Independent Police Monitor Class Description).<br />
You can view these interviews here: link...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/police-civilian-oversight-board-releases-videos-of-independent-police-monitor-finalist-candidate-interviews/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Dec 2021 21:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/police-civilian-oversight-board-releases-videos-of-independent-police-monitor-finalist-candidate-interviews/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/police-civilian-oversight-board-releases-videos-of-independent-police-monitor-finalist"&gt;POLICE CIVILIAN OVERSIGHT BOARD RELEASES VIDEOS OF INDEPENDENT POLICE MONITOR FINALIST CANDIDATE INTERVIEWS&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[In advance of deliberation and hiring decision at its December 16 meeting, the Police Civilian Oversight Board is releasing two interviews with the final candidate for the Independent Monitor position (link to Independent Police Monitor Class Description).<br />
You can view these interviews here: link...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewspolice-civilian-oversight-board-releases-videos-of-independent-police-monitor-finalistgtpolice-civilian-oversight-board-releases-videos-of-independent-police-monitor-finalist-candidate-interviewsltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Dec 2021 21:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewspolice-civilian-oversight-board-releases-videos-of-independent-police-monitor-finalistgtpolice-civilian-oversight-board-releases-videos-of-independent-police-monitor-finalist-candidate-interviewsltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/city-of-madison-is-a-2021-digital-cities-winner"&gt;City of Madison is a 2021 Digital Cities Winner!&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[City of Madison placed 8th in the 250,000-499,999 population category of the Digital Cities Survey conducted by the Center for Digital Government, a national research and advisory institute focused on information technology policies and best practices in state and local government.<br />
In the formal...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscity-of-madison-is-a-2021-digital-cities-winnergtcity-of-madison-is-a-2021-digital-cities-winnerltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Dec 2021 20:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscity-of-madison-is-a-2021-digital-cities-winnergtcity-of-madison-is-a-2021-digital-cities-winnerltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison is a 2021 Digital Cities Winner!]]></title><description><![CDATA[City of Madison placed 8th in the 250,000-499,999 population category of the Digital Cities Survey conducted by the Center for Digital Government, a national research and advisory institute focused on information technology policies and best practices in state and local government.<br />
In the formal...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-is-a-2021-digital-cities-winner/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Dec 2021 20:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-is-a-2021-digital-cities-winner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/2020-and-2021-alix-olson-award-for-the-promotion-of-a-tolerant-and-just-community-winners-are"&gt;2020 and 2021 Alix Olson Award for the Promotion of a Tolerant and Just Community Winners are Oscar Mireles and the Tamara D. Grigsby Offic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seeking Tolerance and Justice Over Hate, or &ldquo;STAJOH&rdquo;, was formed in 1999 in order to combat hate crimes in our community. STAJOH created the Alix Olson Award in 2011 to honor retired Madison Police Detective Alix Olson and her admirable leadership against hate in our community during her career....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnews2020-and-2021-alix-olson-award-for-the-promotion-of-a-tolerant-and-just-community-winners-aregt2020-and-2021-alix-olson-award-for-the-promotion-of-a-tolerant-and-just-community-winners-are-oscar-mireles-and-the-tamara-d-grigsby-office-for-equi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2021 21:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnews2020-and-2021-alix-olson-award-for-the-promotion-of-a-tolerant-and-just-community-winners-aregt2020-and-2021-alix-olson-award-for-the-promotion-of-a-tolerant-and-just-community-winners-are-oscar-mireles-and-the-tamara-d-grigsby-office-for-equi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/2020-and-2021-alix-olson-award-for-the-promotion-of-a-tolerant-and-just-community-winners-are"&gt;2020 and 2021 Alix Olson Award for the Promotion of a Tolerant and Just Community Winners are Oscar Mireles and the Tamara D. Grigsby Offic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seeking Tolerance and Justice Over Hate, or &ldquo;STAJOH&rdquo;, was formed in 1999 in order to combat hate crimes in our community. STAJOH created the Alix Olson Award in 2011 to honor retired Madison Police Detective Alix Olson and her admirable leadership against hate in our community during her career....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnews2020-and-2021-alix-olson-award-for-the-promotion-of-a-tolerant-and-just-community-winners-aregt2020-and-2021-alix-olson-award-for-the-promotion-of-a-tolerant-and-just-community-winners-are-oscar-mireles-and-the-tamara-d-grigsby-office-for-equi/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2021 21:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnews2020-and-2021-alix-olson-award-for-the-promotion-of-a-tolerant-and-just-community-winners-aregt2020-and-2021-alix-olson-award-for-the-promotion-of-a-tolerant-and-just-community-winners-are-oscar-mireles-and-the-tamara-d-grigsby-office-for-equi/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2020 and 2021 Alix Olson Award for the Promotion of a Tolerant and Just Community Winners are Oscar Mireles and the Tamara D. Grigsby Office for Equity and Inclusion of Dane County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seeking Tolerance and Justice Over Hate, or &ldquo;STAJOH&rdquo;, was formed in 1999 in order to combat hate crimes in our community. STAJOH created the Alix Olson Award in 2011 to honor retired Madison Police Detective Alix Olson and her admirable leadership against hate in our community during her career....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2020-and-2021-alix-olson-award-for-the-promotion-of-a-tolerant-and-just-community-winners-are-oscar-mireles-and-the-tamara-d-grigsby-office-for-equity-and-inclusion-of-dane-county/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2021 21:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2020-and-2021-alix-olson-award-for-the-promotion-of-a-tolerant-and-just-community-winners-are-oscar-mireles-and-the-tamara-d-grigsby-office-for-equity-and-inclusion-of-dane-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/drop-off-sites-now-on-winter-hours"&gt; Drop-off Sites Now on Winter Hours&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division drop-off sites are now on winter hours until April 2022.<br />
The following changes to the drop-off sites are now in effect:<br />
The drop-off site at 402 South Point Rd is closed until April 2022<br />
The drop-off sites at 1501 W. Badger Rd and 4602 Sycamore Ave. are now on reduced winter...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsdrop-off-sites-now-on-winter-hoursgt-drop-off-sites-now-on-winter-hoursltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Dec 2021 21:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsdrop-off-sites-now-on-winter-hoursgt-drop-off-sites-now-on-winter-hoursltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drop-off Sites Now on Winter Hours]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division drop-off sites are now on winter hours until April 2022.<br />
The following changes to the drop-off sites are now in effect:<br />
The drop-off site at 402 South Point Rd is closed until April 2022<br />
The drop-off sites at 1501 W. Badger Rd and 4602 Sycamore Ave. are now on reduced winter...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/drop-off-sites-now-on-winter-hours/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Dec 2021 21:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/drop-off-sites-now-on-winter-hours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Earns International Award On Transportation Systems Management and Operations]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison&rsquo;s Traffic Engineering team recently received international distinction and the 2021 Transportation Systems Management &amp; Operations Council Organization Award by the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE). ITE is a professional association of more than 16,000 members...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-earns-international-award-on-transportation-systems-management-and-operations/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Dec 2021 16:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-earns-international-award-on-transportation-systems-management-and-operations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/madison-earns-international-award-on-transportation-systems-management-and-operations"&gt;Madison Earns International Award On Transportation Systems Management and Operations&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison&rsquo;s Traffic Engineering team recently received international distinction and the 2021 Transportation Systems Management &amp; Operations Council Organization Award by the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE). ITE is a professional association of more than 16,000 members...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-earns-international-award-on-transportation-systems-management-and-operationsgtmadison-earns-international-award-on-transportation-systems-management-and-operationsltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Dec 2021 16:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-earns-international-award-on-transportation-systems-management-and-operationsgtmadison-earns-international-award-on-transportation-systems-management-and-operationsltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statement of Mayor Rhodes-Conway on Gableman Investigation]]></title><description><![CDATA[A valid legislative subpoena can only compel testimony before a legislative committee. Attorney Gableman apparently missed the October headlines saying that I was proud of and willing to testify publicly about Madison&rsquo;s handling of the 2020 election. Our City Attorney has been in touch with his...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-gableman-investigation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Dec 2021 00:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-gableman-investigation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/statement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-gableman-investigation"&gt;Statement of Mayor Rhodes-Conway on Gableman Investigation&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[A valid legislative subpoena can only compel testimony before a legislative committee. Attorney Gableman apparently missed the October headlines saying that I was proud of and willing to testify publicly about Madison&rsquo;s handling of the 2020 election. Our City Attorney has been in touch with his...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstatement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-gableman-investigationgtstatement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-gableman-investigationltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Dec 2021 00:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstatement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-gableman-investigationgtstatement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-gableman-investigationltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recycle Your Paper Cups]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Streets Division is happy to announce a new item we can place into our recycling containers.<br />
Madison residents can now recycle empty and dry paper cups.<br />
This includes takeout coffee cups and paper fast food cups.<br />
How do you recycle paper cups?<br />
It&rsquo;s very easy.<br />
Your paper cups...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/recycle-your-paper-cups/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 18:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/recycle-your-paper-cups/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/recycle-your-paper-cups"&gt;Recycle Your Paper Cups&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Streets Division is happy to announce a new item we can place into our recycling containers.<br />
Madison residents can now recycle empty and dry paper cups.<br />
This includes takeout coffee cups and paper fast food cups.<br />
How do you recycle paper cups?<br />
It&rsquo;s very easy.<br />
Your paper cups...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsrecycle-your-paper-cupsgtrecycle-your-paper-cupsltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 18:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsrecycle-your-paper-cupsgtrecycle-your-paper-cupsltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MPD launches new text alert system, seeks to improve communication with community]]></title><description><![CDATA[FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
Contact: Stephanie Fryer<br />
Phone: 608-576-6626&nbsp;<br />
December 1, 2021&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nb]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mpd-launches-new-text-alert-system-seeks-to-improve-communication-with-community/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2021 21:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mpd-launches-new-text-alert-system-seeks-to-improve-communication-with-community/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/mpd-launches-new-text-alert-system-seeks-to-improve-communication-with-community"&gt;MPD launches new text alert system, seeks to improve communication with community&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
Contact: Stephanie Fryer<br />
Phone: 608-576-6626&nbsp;<br />
December 1, 2021&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nb]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmpd-launches-new-text-alert-system-seeks-to-improve-communication-with-communitygtmpd-launches-new-text-alert-system-seeks-to-improve-communication-with-communityltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2021 21:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmpd-launches-new-text-alert-system-seeks-to-improve-communication-with-communitygtmpd-launches-new-text-alert-system-seeks-to-improve-communication-with-communityltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/last-chance-leaf-collection-starts-sunday-december-5-2021"&gt;Last Chance Leaf Collection Starts Sunday, December 5, 2021&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division will be providing one last chance for curbside collection for leaves and yard waste.<br />
All residents who need one final curbside pickup for yard waste should get their material out for pickup by December 5, 2021 at the latest.<br />
After you place the yard waste out for pickup, you...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewslast-chance-leaf-collection-starts-sunday-december-5-2021gtlast-chance-leaf-collection-starts-sunday-december-5-2021ltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2021 14:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewslast-chance-leaf-collection-starts-sunday-december-5-2021gtlast-chance-leaf-collection-starts-sunday-december-5-2021ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Last Chance Leaf Collection Starts Sunday, December 5, 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division will be providing one last chance for curbside collection for leaves and yard waste.<br />
All residents who need one final curbside pickup for yard waste should get their material out for pickup by December 5, 2021 at the latest.<br />
After you place the yard waste out for pickup, you...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/last-chance-leaf-collection-starts-sunday-december-5-2021/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Dec 2021 14:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/last-chance-leaf-collection-starts-sunday-december-5-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/jeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-winner-is-lisa-peyton-caire-0"&gt;Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility in Public Discourse Award Winner is Lisa Peyton-Caire&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway announced today that Lisa Peyton-Caire is the recipient of the 2021 Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility in Public Discourse Award.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
The award was created by the Mayor and the Common Council to honor Madison residents who exemplify Jeff Erlanger&rsquo;s model of fairness, openness,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsjeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-winner-is-lisa-peyton-caire-0gtjeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-winner-is-lisa-peyton-caireltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2021 20:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsjeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-winner-is-lisa-peyton-caire-0gtjeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-winner-is-lisa-peyton-caireltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility in Public Discourse Award Winner is Lisa Peyton-Caire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway announced today that Lisa Peyton-Caire is the recipient of the 2021 Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility in Public Discourse Award.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
The award was created by the Mayor and the Common Council to honor Madison residents who exemplify Jeff Erlanger&rsquo;s model of fairness, openness,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/jeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-winner-is-lisa-peyton-caire/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2021 20:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/jeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-winner-is-lisa-peyton-caire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/jeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-winner-is-lisa-peyton-caire"&gt;Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility in Public Discourse Award Winner is Lisa Peyton-Caire&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway announced today that Lisa Peyton-Caire is the recipient of the 2021 Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility in Public Discourse Award.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
The award was created by the Mayor and the Common Council to honor Madison residents who exemplify Jeff Erlanger&rsquo;s model of fairness, openness,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsjeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-winner-is-lisa-peyton-cairegtjeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-winner-is-lisa-peyton-caireltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 2021 19:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsjeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-winner-is-lisa-peyton-cairegtjeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-winner-is-lisa-peyton-caireltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/correction-streets-division-drop-off-sites-winter-hours-change"&gt;CORRECTION: Streets Division Drop-off Sites Winter Hours Change&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division drop-off sites&rsquo;s change to winter hours will be later than previously announced.<br />
Winter drop-off sites hours will begin at the close of business on Friday, December 3, 2021.<br />
Drop-off Sites Schedule for Monday, November 29, 2021 to Friday, December 3, 2021<br />
The drop-off sites at...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscorrection-streets-division-drop-off-sites-winter-hours-changegtcorrection-streets-division-drop-off-sites-winter-hours-changeltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Nov 2021 20:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscorrection-streets-division-drop-off-sites-winter-hours-changegtcorrection-streets-division-drop-off-sites-winter-hours-changeltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CORRECTION: Streets Division Drop-off Sites Winter Hours Change]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division drop-off sites&rsquo;s change to winter hours will be later than previously announced.<br />
Winter drop-off sites hours will begin at the close of business on Friday, December 3, 2021.<br />
Drop-off Sites Schedule for Monday, November 29, 2021 to Friday, December 3, 2021<br />
The drop-off sites at...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/correction-streets-division-drop-off-sites-winter-hours-change/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Nov 2021 20:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/correction-streets-division-drop-off-sites-winter-hours-change/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Native American Storyteller-in-Residence Launches Medallion Hunt in City Parks Dec. 1-10]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI &ndash; Madison Public Library is hosting a Native American Storyteller-in-Residence program led by Ho-Chunk Nation member and storyteller Andi Cloud. From December 1-10, Cloud invites Madison residents to hunt for a hand-made medallion in City of Madison parks.<br />
&ldquo;Medallion hunts aren&rsquo;t common...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/native-american-storyteller-in-residence-launches-medallion-hunt-in-city-parks-dec-1-10/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Nov 2021 18:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/native-american-storyteller-in-residence-launches-medallion-hunt-in-city-parks-dec-1-10/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/native-american-storyteller-in-residence-launches-medallion-hunt-in-city-parks-dec-1-10"&gt;Native American Storyteller-in-Residence Launches Medallion Hunt in City Parks Dec. 1-10&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI &ndash; Madison Public Library is hosting a Native American Storyteller-in-Residence program led by Ho-Chunk Nation member and storyteller Andi Cloud. From December 1-10, Cloud invites Madison residents to hunt for a hand-made medallion in City of Madison parks.<br />
&ldquo;Medallion hunts aren&rsquo;t common...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsnative-american-storyteller-in-residence-launches-medallion-hunt-in-city-parks-dec-1-10gtnative-american-storyteller-in-residence-launches-medallion-hunt-in-city-parks-dec-1-10ltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Nov 2021 18:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsnative-american-storyteller-in-residence-launches-medallion-hunt-in-city-parks-dec-1-10gtnative-american-storyteller-in-residence-launches-medallion-hunt-in-city-parks-dec-1-10ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/dane-county-continues-face-covering-order-until-january-3-2022"&gt;Dane County Continues Face Covering Order Until January 3, 2022&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is issuing Face Covering Emergency Order #5, effective at 12:01am on November 27, 2021. The Order requires face coverings among people ages two and older when in most enclosed spaces open to the public where other people are present. The order will expire on...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsdane-county-continues-face-covering-order-until-january-3-2022gtdane-county-continues-face-covering-order-until-january-3-2022ltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Nov 2021 20:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsdane-county-continues-face-covering-order-until-january-3-2022gtdane-county-continues-face-covering-order-until-january-3-2022ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dane County Continues Face Covering Order Until January 3, 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is issuing Face Covering Emergency Order #5, effective at 12:01am on November 27, 2021. The Order requires face coverings among people ages two and older when in most enclosed spaces open to the public where other people are present. The order will expire on...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-county-continues-face-covering-order-until-january-3-2022/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Nov 2021 20:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dane-county-continues-face-covering-order-until-january-3-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/council-president-and-vice-president-statement-on-verdict-in-rittenhouse-case"&gt;Council President and Vice President Statement on Verdict in Rittenhouse Case&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Though the Not Guilty verdict in the Kyle Rittenhouse trial does not surprise us, we are nonetheless disappointed, saddened, and angered by the jury's decision.<br />
We continue to grieve with the families of Anthony Huber and Joseph Rosenbaum, and we mourn the fact that their families won't find...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscouncil-president-and-vice-president-statement-on-verdict-in-rittenhouse-casegtcouncil-president-and-vice-president-statement-on-verdict-in-rittenhouse-caseltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Nov 2021 16:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscouncil-president-and-vice-president-statement-on-verdict-in-rittenhouse-casegtcouncil-president-and-vice-president-statement-on-verdict-in-rittenhouse-caseltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Council President and Vice President Statement on Verdict in Rittenhouse Case]]></title><description><![CDATA[Though the Not Guilty verdict in the Kyle Rittenhouse trial does not surprise us, we are nonetheless disappointed, saddened, and angered by the jury's decision.<br />
We continue to grieve with the families of Anthony Huber and Joseph Rosenbaum, and we mourn the fact that their families won't find...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/council-president-and-vice-president-statement-on-verdict-in-rittenhouse-case/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Nov 2021 16:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/council-president-and-vice-president-statement-on-verdict-in-rittenhouse-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/metro-transit-runs-reduced-service-on-november-25-26"&gt;Metro Transit Runs Reduced Service on November 25 &amp; 26&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Due to reduced ridership over Thanksgiving, Metro's service is reduced on Thursday, November 25 and Friday, November 26.<br />
&nbsp;On Thursday, November 25, buses follow HOLIDAY schedules on the following routes:<br />
2,&nbsp;4,&nbsp;5,&nbsp;6,&nbsp;7,&nbsp;8,&nbsp;13,&nbsp;16,&nbsp;17&nbsp;18,&nbsp;20,&nbsp;21,&nbsp;22,&nbsp;26,&nbsp;30,&nbsp;31,&nbsp;32,&nbsp;36,&nbsp;40,&nbsp;50,&nbsp;51,&nbsp;59,&nbsp;63,&nbsp;67&nbsp;and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmetro-transit-runs-reduced-service-on-november-25-26gtmetro-transit-runs-reduced-service-on-november-25-amp-26ltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Nov 2021 22:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmetro-transit-runs-reduced-service-on-november-25-26gtmetro-transit-runs-reduced-service-on-november-25-amp-26ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trash &amp; Recycling Collection Schedule for the 2021 Thanksgiving Holiday]]></title><description><![CDATA[There will be no trash and recycling collection on both Thursday, November 25 and Friday, November 26 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.<br />
The drop-off sites will also be closed on these two days.<br />
Below are the directions residents should follow in order to have their trash and recycling...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trash-amp-recycling-collection-schedule-for-the-2021-thanksgiving-holiday/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Nov 2021 14:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trash-amp-recycling-collection-schedule-for-the-2021-thanksgiving-holiday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/trash-recycling-collection-schedule-for-the-2021-thanksgiving-holiday"&gt;Trash &amp; Recycling Collection Schedule for the 2021 Thanksgiving Holiday&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[There will be no trash and recycling collection on both Thursday, November 25 and Friday, November 26 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.<br />
The drop-off sites will also be closed on these two days.<br />
Below are the directions residents should follow in order to have their trash and recycling...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewstrash-recycling-collection-schedule-for-the-2021-thanksgiving-holidaygttrash-amp-recycling-collection-schedule-for-the-2021-thanksgiving-holidayltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Nov 2021 14:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewstrash-recycling-collection-schedule-for-the-2021-thanksgiving-holidaygttrash-amp-recycling-collection-schedule-for-the-2021-thanksgiving-holidayltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statement of the Madison Police Civilian Oversight Board]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Civilian Oversight Board met in closed session on November 18, 2021 to discuss the status and next steps related to the hiring process for the position of Independent Police Monitor.&nbsp; The hiring process resulted in two highly qualified candidates for the position of the Independent Police...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-of-the-madison-police-civilian-oversight-board/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Nov 2021 22:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-of-the-madison-police-civilian-oversight-board/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/statement-of-the-madison-police-civilian-oversight-board"&gt;Statement of the Madison Police Civilian Oversight Board &lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Civilian Oversight Board met in closed session on November 18, 2021 to discuss the status and next steps related to the hiring process for the position of Independent Police Monitor.&nbsp; The hiring process resulted in two highly qualified candidates for the position of the Independent Police...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstatement-of-the-madison-police-civilian-oversight-boardgtstatement-of-the-madison-police-civilian-oversight-board-ltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Nov 2021 22:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstatement-of-the-madison-police-civilian-oversight-boardgtstatement-of-the-madison-police-civilian-oversight-board-ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway on Rittenhouse Verdict]]></title><description><![CDATA[The jury&rsquo;s decision in the Rittenhouse trial is deeply disturbing. Unfortunately, this will perpetuate distrust in the justice system and further normalize gun violence. Allowing vigilantism to masquerade as self-defense is a terrible precedent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-satya-rhodes-conway-on-rittenhouse-verdict/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Nov 2021 21:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-satya-rhodes-conway-on-rittenhouse-verdict/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/mayor-satya-rhodes-conway-on-rittenhouse-verdict"&gt;Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway on Rittenhouse Verdict&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The jury&rsquo;s decision in the Rittenhouse trial is deeply disturbing. Unfortunately, this will perpetuate distrust in the justice system and further normalize gun violence. Allowing vigilantism to masquerade as self-defense is a terrible precedent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmayor-satya-rhodes-conway-on-rittenhouse-verdictgtmayor-satya-rhodes-conway-on-rittenhouse-verdictltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Nov 2021 21:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmayor-satya-rhodes-conway-on-rittenhouse-verdictgtmayor-satya-rhodes-conway-on-rittenhouse-verdictltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Winter Drop-off Site Hours Begin Monday, November 29, 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division will be adjusting drop-off site hours for the winter.<br />
The final Saturday availability for 2021 will be November 27, 2021.<br />
Beginning on Monday, November 29, 2021 the winter drop-off site hours will begin.<br />
Which drop-off sites are open during winter hours?<br />
During winter hours,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/winter-drop-off-site-hours-begin-monday-november-29-2021/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Nov 2021 18:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/winter-drop-off-site-hours-begin-monday-november-29-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/winter-drop-off-site-hours-begin-monday-november-29-2021"&gt;Winter Drop-off Site Hours Begin Monday, November 29, 2021&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division will be adjusting drop-off site hours for the winter.<br />
The final Saturday availability for 2021 will be November 27, 2021.<br />
Beginning on Monday, November 29, 2021 the winter drop-off site hours will begin.<br />
Which drop-off sites are open during winter hours?<br />
During winter hours,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewswinter-drop-off-site-hours-begin-monday-november-29-2021gtwinter-drop-off-site-hours-begin-monday-november-29-2021ltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Nov 2021 18:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewswinter-drop-off-site-hours-begin-monday-november-29-2021gtwinter-drop-off-site-hours-begin-monday-november-29-2021ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Arts Commission to Receive $500,000 Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts as part of the American Rescue Plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Arts Commission is pleased to announce Madison has been selected to receive an American Rescue Plan grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to help the arts and cultural sector recover from the pandemic.<br />
The Madison Arts Commission is receiving $500,000 from the NEA and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-arts-commission-to-receive-500000-grant-from-the-national-endowment-for-the-arts-as-part-of-the-american-rescue-plan/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Nov 2021 00:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-arts-commission-to-receive-500000-grant-from-the-national-endowment-for-the-arts-as-part-of-the-american-rescue-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/madison-arts-commission-to-receive-500000-grant-from-the-national-endowment-for-the-arts-as"&gt;Madison Arts Commission to Receive $500,000 Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts as part of the American Rescue Plan&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Arts Commission is pleased to announce Madison has been selected to receive an American Rescue Plan grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to help the arts and cultural sector recover from the pandemic.<br />
The Madison Arts Commission is receiving $500,000 from the NEA and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-arts-commission-to-receive-500000-grant-from-the-national-endowment-for-the-arts-asgtmadison-arts-commission-to-receive-500000-grant-from-the-national-endowment-for-the-arts-as-part-of-the-american-rescue-planltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Nov 2021 00:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-arts-commission-to-receive-500000-grant-from-the-national-endowment-for-the-arts-asgtmadison-arts-commission-to-receive-500000-grant-from-the-national-endowment-for-the-arts-as-part-of-the-american-rescue-planltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/how-lovely-are-thy-branches-by-lillian-sizemore"&gt;How Lovely are thy Branches by Lillian Sizemore&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[An 89-foot temporary walking LABYRINTH will be constructed from recycled Holiday tree branches this winter, and will be free and open to the public. How Lovely Are Thy Branches is coming to Olbrich Park Beach in Madison WI, January 2 through March 1, 2022. This Project was commissioned by Madison...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewshow-lovely-are-thy-branches-by-lillian-sizemoregthow-lovely-are-thy-branches-by-lillian-sizemoreltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Nov 2021 23:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewshow-lovely-are-thy-branches-by-lillian-sizemoregthow-lovely-are-thy-branches-by-lillian-sizemoreltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statement by Mayor Rhodes-Conway on the Quattrone Center Review]]></title><description><![CDATA[I want to thank the Quattrone Center for their independent Sentinel Event Review, and express my appreciation for the thousands of hours of work that went into it. I particularly want to thank the many members of the Madison community who submitted testimony and information to the reviewers and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-by-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-the-quattrone-center-review/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Nov 2021 20:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-by-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-the-quattrone-center-review/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/statement-by-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-the-quattrone-center-review"&gt;Statement by Mayor Rhodes-Conway on the Quattrone Center Review&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[I want to thank the Quattrone Center for their independent Sentinel Event Review, and express my appreciation for the thousands of hours of work that went into it. I particularly want to thank the many members of the Madison community who submitted testimony and information to the reviewers and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstatement-by-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-the-quattrone-center-reviewgtstatement-by-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-the-quattrone-center-reviewltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Nov 2021 20:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstatement-by-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-the-quattrone-center-reviewgtstatement-by-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-the-quattrone-center-reviewltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘TO HOLD YOU’]]></title><description><![CDATA[A temporary, collectively woven hammock sculpture will stand for one month in James Madison Park, facilitating a heartwarming opportunity to hold and be held. This project is collaboration between Ang&egrave;le Nyberg, dancer and choreographer, Ava Padilla, three-dimensional artist working with locally...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/to-hold-you/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Nov 2021 23:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/to-hold-you/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/to-hold-you"&gt;&lsquo;TO HOLD YOU&rsquo;&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[A temporary, collectively woven hammock sculpture will stand for one month in James Madison Park, facilitating a heartwarming opportunity to hold and be held. This project is collaboration between Ang&egrave;le Nyberg, dancer and choreographer, Ava Padilla, three-dimensional artist working with locally...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsto-hold-yougtlsquoto-hold-yoursquoltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Nov 2021 23:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsto-hold-yougtlsquoto-hold-yoursquoltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/celebrating-the-master-recyclers-of-2021"&gt; Celebrating the Master Recyclers of 2021&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, November 15, is America Recycles Day. It is a day to take a moment to appreciate and recommit to the easy daily activity of recycling correctly. It is also a day to celebrate our successes in all of our efforts to become better stewards of our environment.<br />
One such success was the inaugural...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscelebrating-the-master-recyclers-of-2021gt-celebrating-the-master-recyclers-of-2021ltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Nov 2021 16:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscelebrating-the-master-recyclers-of-2021gt-celebrating-the-master-recyclers-of-2021ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrating the Master Recyclers of 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, November 15, is America Recycles Day. It is a day to take a moment to appreciate and recommit to the easy daily activity of recycling correctly. It is also a day to celebrate our successes in all of our efforts to become better stewards of our environment.<br />
One such success was the inaugural...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/celebrating-the-master-recyclers-of-2021/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Nov 2021 16:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/celebrating-the-master-recyclers-of-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/2021-silver-lining-awards-to-honor-creativity-dedication-and-perseverance-during-pandemic"&gt;2021 Silver Lining Awards to Honor Creativity, Dedication and Perseverance During Pandemic&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Creativity was pushed to new lengths throughout 2020/21. Madison Arts Commission (MAC), in partnership with Garver Events and presented by Friends of Madison Arts Commission (FoMAC) will honor shifts made to sustain during the pandemic. Nominations will be accepted for creativity, dedication and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnews2021-silver-lining-awards-to-honor-creativity-dedication-and-perseverance-during-pandemicgt2021-silver-lining-awards-to-honor-creativity-dedication-and-perseverance-during-pandemicltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2021 23:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnews2021-silver-lining-awards-to-honor-creativity-dedication-and-perseverance-during-pandemicgt2021-silver-lining-awards-to-honor-creativity-dedication-and-perseverance-during-pandemicltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2021 Silver Lining Awards to Honor Creativity, Dedication and Perseverance During Pandemic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Creativity was pushed to new lengths throughout 2020/21. Madison Arts Commission (MAC), in partnership with Garver Feed Mill and presented by Friends of Madison Arts Commission (FoMAC) will honor shifts made to sustain during the pandemic. Nominations will be accepted for creativity, dedication and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2021-silver-lining-awards-to-honor-creativity-dedication-and-perseverance-during-pandemic/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2021 23:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2021-silver-lining-awards-to-honor-creativity-dedication-and-perseverance-during-pandemic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison’s 2022 Budget Includes Funding to Provide Improved Ambulance Service for the Southeast Portion of the City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison&rsquo;s 2022 budget, approved by the Common Council last night, includes ten new paramedic positions in the Fire Department to staff an ambulance at Station #14. This additional staffing will decrease response times, and increase the service to residents of the southeast side of the City and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madisons-2022-budget-includes-funding-to-provide-improved-ambulance-service-for-the-southeast-portion-of-the-city/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2021 15:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madisons-2022-budget-includes-funding-to-provide-improved-ambulance-service-for-the-southeast-portion-of-the-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/madisons-2022-budget-includes-funding-to-provide-improved-ambulance-service-for-the-southeast"&gt;Madison&rsquo;s 2022 Budget Includes Funding to Provide Improved Ambulance Service for the Southeast Portion of the City&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison&rsquo;s 2022 budget, approved by the Common Council last night, includes ten new paramedic positions in the Fire Department to staff an ambulance at Station #14. This additional staffing will decrease response times, and increase the service to residents of the southeast side of the City and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadisons-2022-budget-includes-funding-to-provide-improved-ambulance-service-for-the-southeastgtmadisonrsquos-2022-budget-includes-funding-to-provide-improved-ambulance-service-for-the-southeast-portion-of-the-cityltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2021 15:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadisons-2022-budget-includes-funding-to-provide-improved-ambulance-service-for-the-southeastgtmadisonrsquos-2022-budget-includes-funding-to-provide-improved-ambulance-service-for-the-southeast-portion-of-the-cityltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway Statement on 2022 Budget Adoption]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonight the Madison Common Council approved the 2022 Capital and Operating Budgets after three evenings of deliberations. The Council adopted a $354,244,062 Capital Budget and a $360,321,028 Operating Budget.<br />
&ldquo;This was another difficult budget season given revenue losses caused by COVID-19 and a...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-statement-on-2022-budget-adoption/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2021 05:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-statement-on-2022-budget-adoption/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/mayor-rhodes-conway-statement-on-2022-budget-adoption"&gt;Mayor Rhodes-Conway Statement on 2022 Budget Adoption&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonight the Madison Common Council approved the 2022 Capital and Operating Budgets after three evenings of deliberations. The Council adopted a $354,244,062 Capital Budget and a $360,321,028 Operating Budget.<br />
&ldquo;This was another difficult budget season given revenue losses caused by COVID-19 and a...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmayor-rhodes-conway-statement-on-2022-budget-adoptiongtmayor-rhodes-conway-statement-on-2022-budget-adoptionltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2021 05:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmayor-rhodes-conway-statement-on-2022-budget-adoptiongtmayor-rhodes-conway-statement-on-2022-budget-adoptionltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monroe Street Library Hours to Expand in 2022]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Monroe Street Library will increase service to five days per week by March of 2022.&nbsp; Service hours will be:<br />
&nbsp;<br />
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays &ndash; 10am-6pm<br />
Saturdays &ndash; 9am-5pm<br />
An amendment to the 2022 Operating Budget, proposed by Alders Bennett, Evers, and Vidaver, called for an increase...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/monroe-street-library-hours-to-expand-in-2022/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2021 22:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/monroe-street-library-hours-to-expand-in-2022/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/monroe-street-library-hours-to-expand-in-2022"&gt;Monroe Street Library Hours to Expand in 2022&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Monroe Street Library will increase service to five days per week by March of 2022.&nbsp; Service hours will be:<br />
&nbsp;<br />
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays &ndash; 10am-6pm<br />
Saturdays &ndash; 9am-5pm<br />
An amendment to the 2022 Operating Budget, proposed by Alders Bennett, Evers, and Vidaver, called for an increase...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmonroe-street-library-hours-to-expand-in-2022gtmonroe-street-library-hours-to-expand-in-2022ltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2021 22:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmonroe-street-library-hours-to-expand-in-2022gtmonroe-street-library-hours-to-expand-in-2022ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Plans for Upcoming Winter Recreation at Elver Park Finalized]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since late 2017, through the partnership of Central Cross Country Skiing (CXC), Madison Nordic Ski Club (MadNorSki) members and the City of Madison Parks Division, cross-country skiing in South Central Wisconsin saw an extended season, beyond what Mother Nature offered. The team provided the first...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/plans-for-upcoming-winter-recreation-at-elver-park-finalized/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2021 18:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/plans-for-upcoming-winter-recreation-at-elver-park-finalized/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/plans-for-upcoming-winter-recreation-at-elver-park-finalized"&gt;Plans for Upcoming Winter Recreation at Elver Park Finalized&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Since late 2017, through the partnership of Central Cross Country Skiing (CXC), Madison Nordic Ski Club (MadNorSki) members and the City of Madison Parks Division, cross-country skiing in South Central Wisconsin saw an extended season, beyond what Mother Nature offered. The team provided the first...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsplans-for-upcoming-winter-recreation-at-elver-park-finalizedgtplans-for-upcoming-winter-recreation-at-elver-park-finalizedltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2021 18:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsplans-for-upcoming-winter-recreation-at-elver-park-finalizedgtplans-for-upcoming-winter-recreation-at-elver-park-finalizedltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Health Opens Pediatric Vaccination Appointments]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting on Tuesday, November 9, 2021, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County will begin administering pediatric COVID-19 vaccines to children ages 5-11 following recent authorization for the emergency use of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-opens-pediatric-vaccination-appointments/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2021 17:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-opens-pediatric-vaccination-appointments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/public-health-opens-pediatric-vaccination-appointments"&gt;Public Health Opens Pediatric Vaccination Appointments&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting on Tuesday, November 9, 2021, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County will begin administering pediatric COVID-19 vaccines to children ages 5-11 following recent authorization for the emergency use of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewspublic-health-opens-pediatric-vaccination-appointmentsgtpublic-health-opens-pediatric-vaccination-appointmentsltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2021 17:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewspublic-health-opens-pediatric-vaccination-appointmentsgtpublic-health-opens-pediatric-vaccination-appointmentsltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Common Council Alders Sound Alarm that UW Health  Has Launched an Immoral Anti-Union Campaign Against Nurses  Which Could Undermine the Safety and Quality of Patient Care]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alders call on UW Health administration and board to not waste any resources on an anti-union campaign, but instead work with nurses to recognize their union and solve the understaffing crisis at UWHC&nbsp;<br />
Madison, WI - Common Council Alders Lindsay Lemmer and Patrick Heck are sounding the alarm that...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-common-council-alders-sound-alarm-that-uw-health-has-launched-an-immoral-anti-union-campaign-against-nurses-which-could-undermine-the-safety-and-quality-of-patient-care/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2021 15:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-common-council-alders-sound-alarm-that-uw-health-has-launched-an-immoral-anti-union-campaign-against-nurses-which-could-undermine-the-safety-and-quality-of-patient-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/madison-common-council-alders-sound-alarm-that-uw-health-has-launched-an-immoral-anti-union"&gt;Madison Common Council Alders Sound Alarm that UW Health  Has Launched an Immoral Anti-Union Campaign Against Nurses  Which Could Undermine t]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alders call on UW Health administration and board to not waste any resources on an anti-union campaign, but instead work with nurses to recognize their union and solve the understaffing crisis at UWHC&nbsp;<br />
Madison, WI - Common Council Alders Lindsay Lemmer and Patrick Heck are sounding the alarm that...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-common-council-alders-sound-alarm-that-uw-health-has-launched-an-immoral-anti-uniongtmadison-common-council-alders-sound-alarm-that-uw-health-has-launched-an-immoral-anti-union-campaign-against-nurses-which-could-undermine-the-safety-a/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2021 15:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-common-council-alders-sound-alarm-that-uw-health-has-launched-an-immoral-anti-uniongtmadison-common-council-alders-sound-alarm-that-uw-health-has-launched-an-immoral-anti-union-campaign-against-nurses-which-could-undermine-the-safety-a/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/alternate-side-parking-begins-november-15-2021"&gt;Alternate Side Parking Begins November 15 , 2021&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison&rsquo;s alternate side parking restrictions begin at 1 a.m. on Sunday, November 15, 2021.<br />
Alternate side parking is in effect each night from November 15, 2021 to March 15, 2022. This parking rule is only enforced between the hours of 1:00am and 7:00am.<br />
If you park on the street...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsalternate-side-parking-begins-november-15-2021gtalternate-side-parking-begins-november-15-2021ltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2021 14:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsalternate-side-parking-begins-november-15-2021gtalternate-side-parking-begins-november-15-2021ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alternate Side Parking Begins November 15 , 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison&rsquo;s alternate side parking restrictions begin at 1 a.m. on Sunday, November 15, 2021.<br />
Alternate side parking is in effect each night from November 15, 2021 to March 15, 2022. This parking rule is only enforced between the hours of 1:00am and 7:00am.<br />
If you park on the street...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alternate-side-parking-begins-november-15-2021/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 2021 14:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alternate-side-parking-begins-november-15-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor's Statement on Proposed Amendment Halting Work on Bus Rapid Transit]]></title><description><![CDATA[At best, this amendment creates significant confusion and uncertainty about how to move forward. At worst, it could delay the project indefinitely and potentially risk it altogether.<br />
The amendment gives conflicting direction to staff from the Council who have twice already approved the routing...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayors-statement-on-proposed-amendment-halting-work-on-bus-rapid-transit/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Nov 2021 01:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayors-statement-on-proposed-amendment-halting-work-on-bus-rapid-transit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/mayors-statement-on-proposed-amendment-halting-work-on-bus-rapid-transit"&gt;Mayor's Statement on Proposed Amendment Halting Work on Bus Rapid Transit&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[At best, this amendment creates significant confusion and uncertainty about how to move forward. At worst, it could delay the project indefinitely and potentially risk it altogether.<br />
The amendment gives conflicting direction to staff from the Council who have twice already approved the routing...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmayors-statement-on-proposed-amendment-halting-work-on-bus-rapid-transitgtmayors-statement-on-proposed-amendment-halting-work-on-bus-rapid-transitltagt/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Nov 2021 01:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmayors-statement-on-proposed-amendment-halting-work-on-bus-rapid-transitgtmayors-statement-on-proposed-amendment-halting-work-on-bus-rapid-transitltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Veterans Day Tribute]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Senior Center invites all veterans, friends, family and public officials to attend a Veterans Day Tribute on Thursday, November 11, at 10:00 am.&nbsp; Together with Renaissance Senior Living of Hilldale we we want to publicly express our thanks for your service to our country.&nbsp;<br />
Enjoy...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/veterans-day-tribute/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2021 20:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/veterans-day-tribute/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/street-closures-madison-marathon-2"&gt;Street Closures--Madison Marathon&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Marathon races will take place Sunday, November 14, starting at 7:00 a.m. at the Capitol.&nbsp; Runners will go through the UW Arboretum, UW Campus, Warner Park, and back to the Capitol, with the last runners finishing around 1:30 p.m.&nbsp; Police officers will be located throughout the course,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstreet-closures-madison-marathon-2gtstreet-closures-madison-marathonltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2021 20:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstreet-closures-madison-marathon-2gtstreet-closures-madison-marathonltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Reopening--West Washington Avenue]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Washington Avenue will be fully reopened to traffic by 6:00 a.m. on Friday, November 5 with the completion of the street reconstruction project.<br />
Contractor and City crews will still be onsite to finish up miscellaneous items such as installing street signs and traffic signal poles.&nbsp; This will...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-reopening-west-washington-avenue/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Nov 2021 12:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-reopening-west-washington-avenue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/street-reopening-west-washington-avenue"&gt;Street Reopening--West Washington Avenue&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Washington Avenue will be fully reopened to traffic by 6:00 a.m. on Friday, November 5 with the completion of the street reconstruction project.<br />
Contractor and City crews will still be onsite to finish up miscellaneous items such as installing street signs and traffic signal poles.&nbsp; This will...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstreet-reopening-west-washington-avenuegtstreet-reopening-west-washington-avenueltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Nov 2021 12:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstreet-reopening-west-washington-avenuegtstreet-reopening-west-washington-avenueltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/deadline-for-nominations-for-the-jeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award"&gt;Deadline for Nominations for the Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility in Public Discourse Award Extended to November 12&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison announced today that it will extend the deadline for nominations for the annual Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility in Public Discourse Award until November 12. The award was created in September of 2007 to honor the memory of the late Jeff Erlanger, who was committed to public...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsdeadline-for-nominations-for-the-jeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-awardgtdeadline-for-nominations-for-the-jeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-extended-to-november-12ltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Nov 2021 21:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsdeadline-for-nominations-for-the-jeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-awardgtdeadline-for-nominations-for-the-jeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-extended-to-november-12ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deadline for Nominations for the Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility in Public Discourse Award Extended to November 12]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison announced today that it will extend the deadline for nominations for the annual Jeffrey Clay Erlanger Civility in Public Discourse Award until November 12. The award was created in September of 2007 to honor the memory of the late Jeff Erlanger, who was committed to public...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/deadline-for-nominations-for-the-jeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-extended-to-november-12/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Nov 2021 21:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/deadline-for-nominations-for-the-jeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-extended-to-november-12/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/face-covering-emergency-order-extension"&gt;Face Covering Emergency Order Extension&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Effective at 12:01am on November 5, 2021, Face Covering Emergency Order #4 will take effect. The Order requires face coverings among people ages two and older when in any enclosed space open to the public where other people, except for members of the person&rsquo;s own household or living unit are...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsface-covering-emergency-order-extensiongtface-covering-emergency-order-extensionltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Nov 2021 18:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsface-covering-emergency-order-extensiongtface-covering-emergency-order-extensionltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Face Covering Emergency Order Extension]]></title><description><![CDATA[Effective at 12:01am on November 5, 2021, Face Covering Emergency Order #4 will take effect. The Order requires face coverings among people ages two and older when in any enclosed space open to the public where other people, except for members of the person&rsquo;s own household or living unit are...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/face-covering-emergency-order-extension/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Nov 2021 18:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/face-covering-emergency-order-extension/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/be-bright-at-night-campaign-enters-its-second-year"&gt;Be Bright at Night Campaign Enters its Second Year&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Traffic Engineering and Madison Public Libraries are kicking off their second Be Bright at Night Campaign this November 2021.<br />
With daylight saving time almost over, it will be getting dark earlier in the evening. However, walking and biking remain great ways to get around the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsbe-bright-at-night-campaign-enters-its-second-yeargtbe-bright-at-night-campaign-enters-its-second-yearltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Nov 2021 16:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsbe-bright-at-night-campaign-enters-its-second-yeargtbe-bright-at-night-campaign-enters-its-second-yearltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Be Bright at Night Campaign Enters its Second Year]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Traffic Engineering and Madison Public Libraries are kicking off their second Be Bright at Night Campaign this November 2021.<br />
With daylight saving time almost here, it will be getting dark earlier in the evening. However, walking and biking remain great ways to get around the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/be-bright-at-night-campaign-enters-its-second-year/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Nov 2021 16:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/be-bright-at-night-campaign-enters-its-second-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Put Your Pumpkins in Your Leaf Piles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Streets Division crews will collect pumpkins along with other yard waste when crews pick up leaves in your neighborhood. This includes other compostable decorations like corn stalks and hay.<br />
Remove any non-compostable items like wire, tea candles, or electric lights from these items and then please...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/put-your-pumpkins-in-your-leaf-piles/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Nov 2021 14:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/put-your-pumpkins-in-your-leaf-piles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/put-your-pumpkins-in-your-leaf-piles"&gt;Put Your Pumpkins in Your Leaf Piles&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Streets Division crews will collect pumpkins along with other yard waste when crews pick up leaves in your neighborhood. This includes other compostable decorations like corn stalks and hay.<br />
Remove any non-compostable items like wire, tea candles, or electric lights from these items and then please...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsput-your-pumpkins-in-your-leaf-pilesgtput-your-pumpkins-in-your-leaf-pilesltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Nov 2021 14:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsput-your-pumpkins-in-your-leaf-pilesgtput-your-pumpkins-in-your-leaf-pilesltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor and Alders Propose to Ease Permit Approvals for Accessory Dwelling Units]]></title><description><![CDATA[On November 2, Mayor Rhodes-Conway, District 2 Alder Patrick Heck, District 13 Alder Tag Evers, and District 15 Alder Grant Foster will introduce legislation to make it easier to build an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in Madison. ADUs, often referred to as granny flats or backyard cottages, are...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-and-alders-propose-to-ease-permit-approvals-for-accessory-dwelling-units/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Oct 2021 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-and-alders-propose-to-ease-permit-approvals-for-accessory-dwelling-units/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/mayor-and-alders-propose-to-ease-permit-approvals-for-accessory-dwelling-units"&gt;Mayor and Alders Propose to Ease Permit Approvals for Accessory Dwelling Units&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[On November 2, Mayor Rhodes-Conway, District 2 Alder Patrick Heck, District 13 Alder Tag Evers, and District 15 Alder Grant Foster will introduce legislation to make it easier to build an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in Madison. ADUs, often referred to as granny flats or backyard cottages, are...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmayor-and-alders-propose-to-ease-permit-approvals-for-accessory-dwelling-unitsgtmayor-and-alders-propose-to-ease-permit-approvals-for-accessory-dwelling-unitsltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Oct 2021 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmayor-and-alders-propose-to-ease-permit-approvals-for-accessory-dwelling-unitsgtmayor-and-alders-propose-to-ease-permit-approvals-for-accessory-dwelling-unitsltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/2022-trash-recycling-calendars-now-available"&gt; 2022 Trash &amp; Recycling Calendars Now Available&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2022 trash and recycling calendar for the Streets Division collections is now available.<br />
This calendar provides the trash and recycling collection dates of 2022 for January through the end of July.<br />
How to Get the Calendar<br />
The calendar for your home is available on the Streets Division&rsquo;s website...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnews2022-trash-recycling-calendars-now-availablegt-2022-trash-amp-recycling-calendars-now-availableltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Oct 2021 15:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnews2022-trash-recycling-calendars-now-availablegt-2022-trash-amp-recycling-calendars-now-availableltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2022 Trash &amp; Recycling Calendars Now Available]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 2022 trash and recycling calendar for the Streets Division collections is now available.<br />
This calendar provides the trash and recycling collection dates of 2022 for January through the end of July.<br />
How to Get the Calendar<br />
The calendar for your home is available on the Streets Division&rsquo;s website...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2022-trash-amp-recycling-calendars-now-available/</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 Oct 2021 15:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/2022-trash-amp-recycling-calendars-now-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Talk to your child’s health care provider about lead poisoning]]></title><description><![CDATA[While the United States banned lead from paint in the 1970s, it is still found in the environment and poses a threat to children&rsquo;s health. A blood test is the only way to know if a child has been poisoned by lead and delays in testing due to the pandemic may have left some children more vulnerable...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/talk-to-your-childs-health-care-provider-about-lead-poisoning/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/talk-to-your-childs-health-care-provider-about-lead-poisoning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/talk-to-your-childs-health-care-provider-about-lead-poisoning"&gt;Talk to your child&rsquo;s health care provider about lead poisoning &lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[While the United States banned lead from paint in the 1970s, it is still found in the environment and poses a threat to children&rsquo;s health. A blood test is the only way to know if a child has been poisoned by lead and delays in testing due to the pandemic may have left some children more vulnerable...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewstalk-to-your-childs-health-care-provider-about-lead-poisoninggttalk-to-your-childrsquos-health-care-provider-about-lead-poisoning-ltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewstalk-to-your-childs-health-care-provider-about-lead-poisoninggttalk-to-your-childrsquos-health-care-provider-about-lead-poisoning-ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/city-of-madison-selects-mach-onehealth-and-kabba-recovery-services-as-operators-for-dairy-drive"&gt;City of Madison Selects MACH OneHealth and Kabba Recovery Services As Operators for Dairy Drive Sheltered Encampment&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison has selected Madison Area Care for the Homeless (MACH) OneHealth and Kabba Recovery Services as operators for the City of Madison&rsquo;s first sanctioned sheltered campground on Dairy Drive, located on the City&rsquo;s southeast side.<br />
This project, which is the culmination of months of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscity-of-madison-selects-mach-onehealth-and-kabba-recovery-services-as-operators-for-dairy-drivegtcity-of-madison-selects-mach-onehealth-and-kabba-recovery-services-as-operators-for-dairy-drive-sheltered-encampmentltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Oct 2021 19:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscity-of-madison-selects-mach-onehealth-and-kabba-recovery-services-as-operators-for-dairy-drivegtcity-of-madison-selects-mach-onehealth-and-kabba-recovery-services-as-operators-for-dairy-drive-sheltered-encampmentltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Selects MACH OneHealth and Kabba Recovery Services As Operators for Dairy Drive Sheltered Encampment]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison has selected Madison Area Care for the Homeless (MACH) OneHealth and Kabba Recovery Services as operators for the City of Madison&rsquo;s first sanctioned sheltered campground on Dairy Drive, located on the City&rsquo;s southeast side.<br />
This project, which is the culmination of months of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-selects-mach-onehealth-and-kabba-recovery-services-as-operators-for-dairy-drive-sheltered-encampment/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Oct 2021 19:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-selects-mach-onehealth-and-kabba-recovery-services-as-operators-for-dairy-drive-sheltered-encampment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/cda-selects-new-year-investments-for-triangle-redevelopment-partnership"&gt;CDA Selects New Year Investments for Triangle Redevelopment Partnership&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Community Development Authority of the City of Madison (CDA) has selected a redevelopment partner to help lead a public-private process to revitalize and/or redevelop a major site within its public housing portfolio in an area of the near west side of the City known as &ldquo;the Triangle.&rdquo;<br />
Comprised...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscda-selects-new-year-investments-for-triangle-redevelopment-partnershipgtcda-selects-new-year-investments-for-triangle-redevelopment-partnershipltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Oct 2021 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscda-selects-new-year-investments-for-triangle-redevelopment-partnershipgtcda-selects-new-year-investments-for-triangle-redevelopment-partnershipltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CDA Selects New Year Investments for Triangle Redevelopment Partnership]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Community Development Authority of the City of Madison (CDA) has selected a redevelopment partner to help lead a public-private process to revitalize and/or redevelop a major site within its public housing portfolio in an area of the near west side of the City known as &ldquo;the Triangle.&rdquo;<br />
Comprised...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/cda-selects-new-year-investments-for-triangle-redevelopment-partnership/</link><pubDate>Tue, 26 Oct 2021 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/cda-selects-new-year-investments-for-triangle-redevelopment-partnership/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The City Concludes Final Vision Zero Speed Reduction Project for 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beginning Monday, October 25, the City of Madison will move to the last location this year of speed changes to support the Vision Zero initiative. This final reduction for 2021 will occur on two sections of Cottage Grove Road.<br />
This next adjustment of speed limit reductions comes to a busy...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-city-concludes-final-vision-zero-speed-reduction-project-for-2021/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Oct 2021 21:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-city-concludes-final-vision-zero-speed-reduction-project-for-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/the-city-concludes-final-vision-zero-speed-reduction-project-for-2021"&gt;The City Concludes Final Vision Zero Speed Reduction Project for 2021&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beginning Monday, October 25, the City of Madison will move to the last location this year of speed changes to support the Vision Zero initiative. This final reduction for 2021 will occur on two sections of Cottage Grove Road.<br />
This next adjustment of speed limit reductions comes to a busy...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsthe-city-concludes-final-vision-zero-speed-reduction-project-for-2021gtthe-city-concludes-final-vision-zero-speed-reduction-project-for-2021ltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Oct 2021 21:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsthe-city-concludes-final-vision-zero-speed-reduction-project-for-2021gtthe-city-concludes-final-vision-zero-speed-reduction-project-for-2021ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Warner Park Community Recreation Center Staff Receive Awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Staff of the Warner Park Community Recreation Center are North Star Award winners. At the 17th Annual North Star Award ceremony, Northside Planning Council recognized and honored individuals and organizations making a significant difference to the north side of Madison.<br />
Of the winners, Chad...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/warner-park-community-recreation-center-staff-receive-awards/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Oct 2021 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/warner-park-community-recreation-center-staff-receive-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/warner-park-community-recreation-center-staff-receive-awards"&gt;Warner Park Community Recreation Center Staff Receive Awards&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Staff of the Warner Park Community Recreation Center are North Star Award winners. At the 17th Annual North Star Award ceremony, Northside Planning Council recognized and honored individuals and organizations making a significant difference to the north side of Madison.<br />
Of the winners, Chad...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewswarner-park-community-recreation-center-staff-receive-awardsgtwarner-park-community-recreation-center-staff-receive-awardsltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 Oct 2021 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewswarner-park-community-recreation-center-staff-receive-awardsgtwarner-park-community-recreation-center-staff-receive-awardsltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/communitree-illuminated-in-memory-of-artist-aaron-howard"&gt;"CommuniTree" Illuminated in Memory of Artist Aaron Howard&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[In honor of the life of Aaron Howard and the many artistic contributions he made to our community, the Madison Arts Commission is sponsoring the temporary illumination of CommuniTree in the 600 block of Williamson Street. Howard, an artist,&nbsp;blacksmith, and extraordinary craftsman, created...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscommunitree-illuminated-in-memory-of-artist-aaron-howardgtcommunitree-illuminated-in-memory-of-artist-aaron-howardltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Oct 2021 23:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscommunitree-illuminated-in-memory-of-artist-aaron-howardgtcommunitree-illuminated-in-memory-of-artist-aaron-howardltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA["CommuniTree" Illuminated in Memory of Artist Aaron Howard]]></title><description><![CDATA[In honor of the life of Aaron Howard and the many artistic contributions he made to our community, the Madison Arts Commission is sponsoring the temporary illumination of CommuniTree in the 600 block of Williamson Street. Howard, a blacksmith and forger, created CommuniTree with his wife, artist...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/communitree-illuminated-in-memory-of-artist-aaron-howard/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Oct 2021 23:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/communitree-illuminated-in-memory-of-artist-aaron-howard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Office Building and Restaurant at 131 West Wilson Gets Green Light to Reopen]]></title><description><![CDATA[The building at 131 West Wilson, closed by Madison&rsquo;s Building Inspection Division due to structural concerns, will be reopening this week. Work on the facility had been on-going prior to its closure on September 10th. The building was evacuated out of an abundance of caution.<br />
City Building...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/office-building-and-restaurant-at-131-west-wilson-gets-green-light-to-reopen/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Oct 2021 21:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/office-building-and-restaurant-at-131-west-wilson-gets-green-light-to-reopen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/office-building-and-restaurant-at-131-west-wilson-gets-green-light-to-reopen"&gt;Office Building and Restaurant at 131 West Wilson Gets Green Light to Reopen&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The building at 131 West Wilson, closed by Madison&rsquo;s Building Inspection Division due to structural concerns, will be reopening this week. Work on the facility had been on-going prior to its closure on September 10th. The building was evacuated out of an abundance of caution.<br />
City Building...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsoffice-building-and-restaurant-at-131-west-wilson-gets-green-light-to-reopengtoffice-building-and-restaurant-at-131-west-wilson-gets-green-light-to-reopenltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 Oct 2021 21:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsoffice-building-and-restaurant-at-131-west-wilson-gets-green-light-to-reopengtoffice-building-and-restaurant-at-131-west-wilson-gets-green-light-to-reopenltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway Statement on Retirement of Fire Chief Steve Davis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today Fire Chief Steven Davis announced his retirement from the Madison Fire Department. I will miss his levelheaded leadership, his dedication to residents, and his common sense approach to difficult problems. Chief Davis&rsquo;s commitment to equity means that today the Madison Fire Department is a...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-statement-on-retirement-of-fire-chief-steve-davis/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2021 16:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-statement-on-retirement-of-fire-chief-steve-davis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/mayor-rhodes-conway-statement-on-retirement-of-fire-chief-steve-davis"&gt;Mayor Rhodes-Conway Statement on Retirement of Fire Chief Steve Davis&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today Fire Chief Steven Davis announced his retirement from the Madison Fire Department. I will miss his levelheaded leadership, his dedication to residents, and his common sense approach to difficult problems. Chief Davis&rsquo;s commitment to equity means that today the Madison Fire Department is a...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmayor-rhodes-conway-statement-on-retirement-of-fire-chief-steve-davisgtmayor-rhodes-conway-statement-on-retirement-of-fire-chief-steve-davisltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2021 16:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmayor-rhodes-conway-statement-on-retirement-of-fire-chief-steve-davisgtmayor-rhodes-conway-statement-on-retirement-of-fire-chief-steve-davisltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/fire-chief-steven-davis-announces-retirement"&gt;Fire Chief Steven Davis Announces Retirement&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[After 32 years of dedicated service to the City of Madison, Fire Chief Steven Davis announces his retirement from the Madison Fire Department effective April 1, 2022.<br />
In a blog post published today, Davis wrote, &ldquo;When I was appointed Fire Chief on January 2, 2012, I made a promise to the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsfire-chief-steven-davis-announces-retirementgtfire-chief-steven-davis-announces-retirementltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2021 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsfire-chief-steven-davis-announces-retirementgtfire-chief-steven-davis-announces-retirementltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire Chief Steven Davis Announces Retirement]]></title><description><![CDATA[After 32 years of dedicated service to the City of Madison, Fire Chief Steven Davis announces his retirement from the Madison Fire Department effective April 1, 2022.<br />
In a blog post published today, Davis wrote, &ldquo;When I was appointed Fire Chief on January 2, 2012, I made a promise to the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/fire-chief-steven-davis-announces-retirement/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 Oct 2021 16:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/fire-chief-steven-davis-announces-retirement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/come-to-leopold-neighborhood-this-sunday-afternoon-to-plant-and-celebrate"&gt;Come to Leopold Neighborhood this Sunday Afternoon to Plant and Celebrate! &lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everyone is welcome Sunday October 17th to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Leopold Community Garden at Aldo Leopold Park, 3:00 p.m., and a planting of native perennials at the new Fiddlehead Fern Family and Native Garden Sanctuary along the Cannonball Path, 4:00 p.m.&nbsp;<br />
Leopold neighbors came...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscome-to-leopold-neighborhood-this-sunday-afternoon-to-plant-and-celebrategtcome-to-leopold-neighborhood-this-sunday-afternoon-to-plant-and-celebrate-ltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Oct 2021 23:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscome-to-leopold-neighborhood-this-sunday-afternoon-to-plant-and-celebrategtcome-to-leopold-neighborhood-this-sunday-afternoon-to-plant-and-celebrate-ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Come to Leopold Neighborhood this Sunday Afternoon to Plant and Celebrate!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Everyone is welcome Sunday October 17th to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Leopold Community Garden at Aldo Leopold Park, 3:00 p.m., and a planting of native perennials at the new Fiddlehead Fern Family and Native Garden Sanctuary along the Cannonball Path, 4:00 p.m.&nbsp;<br />
Leopold neighbors came...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/come-to-leopold-neighborhood-this-sunday-afternoon-to-plant-and-celebrate/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Oct 2021 23:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/come-to-leopold-neighborhood-this-sunday-afternoon-to-plant-and-celebrate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/october-15th-is-white-cane-safety-day-in-madison-0"&gt;October 15th is White Cane Safety Day in Madison&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway and Common Council have proclaimed Friday, October 15, 2021 as &ldquo;White Cane Safety Day&rdquo; in the City of Madison. White Cane Safety Day promotes awareness of people walking who use white canes or guide dogs to assist them and to increase awareness of Wisconsin&rsquo;s White Cane...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsoctober-15th-is-white-cane-safety-day-in-madison-0gtoctober-15th-is-white-cane-safety-day-in-madisonltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 Oct 2021 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsoctober-15th-is-white-cane-safety-day-in-madison-0gtoctober-15th-is-white-cane-safety-day-in-madisonltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/brittingham-park-nature-nook-dedicated-friday"&gt;Brittingham Park Nature Nook Dedicated Friday&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nature Nook at Brittingham Park is a nature-based play area made possible through a Cities Connecting Children to Nature grant and a collaboration of the City of Madison, Madison Parks, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County, Madison Parks Foundation, and the friends and neighbors of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsbrittingham-park-nature-nook-dedicated-fridaygtbrittingham-park-nature-nook-dedicated-fridayltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2021 19:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsbrittingham-park-nature-nook-dedicated-fridaygtbrittingham-park-nature-nook-dedicated-fridayltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brittingham Park Nature Nook Dedicated Friday]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Nature Nook at Brittingham Park is a nature-based play area made possible through a Cities Connecting Children to Nature grant and a collaboration of the City of Madison, Madison Parks, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County, Madison Parks Foundation, and the friends and neighbors of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brittingham-park-nature-nook-dedicated-friday/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2021 19:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brittingham-park-nature-nook-dedicated-friday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statement from Mayor Rhodes-Conway on Chancellor Blank's Change of Position]]></title><description><![CDATA[I have greatly appreciated the chancellor&rsquo;s calm unflappable demeanor and smart, practical approach to many challenges facing the UW and our community over these past nine years. She had a tough job and she did it well in a very collaborative manner. Her wry sense of humor will also be missed. We...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-from-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-chancellor-blanks-change-of-position/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2021 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-from-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-chancellor-blanks-change-of-position/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/statement-from-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-chancellor-blanks-change-of-position"&gt;Statement from Mayor Rhodes-Conway on Chancellor Blank's Change of Position&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[I have greatly appreciated the chancellor&rsquo;s calm unflappable demeanor and smart, practical approach to many challenges facing the UW and our community over these past nine years. She had a tough job and she did it well in a very collaborative manner. Her wry sense of humor will also be missed. We...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstatement-from-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-chancellor-blanks-change-of-positiongtstatement-from-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-chancellor-blanks-change-of-positionltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2021 18:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstatement-from-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-chancellor-blanks-change-of-positiongtstatement-from-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-chancellor-blanks-change-of-positionltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library Welcomes First Native American Storyteller-in-Residence]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- Madison Public Library, in collaboration with Ho-Chunk Gaming, is launching a Storyteller-in-Residence program with events taking place October 11 (Indigenous Peoples&rsquo; Day) - December 18, 2021. The residency is called &ldquo;Ho-Chunk Through Story: The Origin, The Wayz, and The Life&rdquo; and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-welcomes-first-native-american-storyteller-in-residence/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2021 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-welcomes-first-native-american-storyteller-in-residence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/madison-public-library-welcomes-first-native-american-storyteller-in-residence"&gt;Madison Public Library Welcomes First Native American Storyteller-in-Residence&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- Madison Public Library, in collaboration with Ho-Chunk Gaming, is launching a Storyteller-in-Residence program with events taking place October 11 (Indigenous Peoples&rsquo; Day) - December 18, 2021. The residency is called &ldquo;Ho-Chunk Through Story: The Origin, The Wayz, and The Life&rdquo; and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-public-library-welcomes-first-native-american-storyteller-in-residencegtmadison-public-library-welcomes-first-native-american-storyteller-in-residenceltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2021 17:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-public-library-welcomes-first-native-american-storyteller-in-residencegtmadison-public-library-welcomes-first-native-american-storyteller-in-residenceltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statement of Mayor Rhodes-Conway on State Street Shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our thoughts are with the officer who was injured on State Street last night, the City is thankful for his service, and we are wishing him a speedy recovery. The suspect is in custody and there is no continued threat to the community. &#8203;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-state-street-shooting/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Oct 2021 18:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/statement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-state-street-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/statement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-state-street-shooting"&gt;Statement of Mayor Rhodes-Conway on State Street Shooting&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our thoughts are with the officer who was injured on State Street last night, the City is thankful for his service, and we are wishing him a speedy recovery. The suspect is in custody and there is no continued threat to the community. &#8203;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstatement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-state-street-shootinggtstatement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-state-street-shootingltagt/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 Oct 2021 18:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstatement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-state-street-shootinggtstatement-of-mayor-rhodes-conway-on-state-street-shootingltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-0"&gt;Vision Zero Continues Speed Reductions&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beginning Monday, October 11, the City of Madison will move to the next location of speed changes supporting the Vision Zero initiative. The posted speed limit on the .7 mile stretch of North Thompson Drive, from Sycamore to Hwy 30, will change from 30 mph to 25 mph. Temporary digital signboards...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsvision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-0gtvision-zero-continues-speed-reductionsltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 Oct 2021 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsvision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-0gtvision-zero-continues-speed-reductionsltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/city-of-madison-briarpatch-and-community-partners-receive-hud-funding-for-homeless-youth"&gt;City of Madison, Briarpatch and Community Partners Receive HUD Funding for Homeless Youth Housing&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Under the leadership of the City of Madison and Briarpatch, the Dane County Continuum of Care (CoC), has been awarded a $2.5 million Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP) grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).<br />
&ldquo;This grant award is the culmination of many,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscity-of-madison-briarpatch-and-community-partners-receive-hud-funding-for-homeless-youthgtcity-of-madison-briarpatch-and-community-partners-receive-hud-funding-for-homeless-youth-housingltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 2021 21:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscity-of-madison-briarpatch-and-community-partners-receive-hud-funding-for-homeless-youthgtcity-of-madison-briarpatch-and-community-partners-receive-hud-funding-for-homeless-youth-housingltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison, Briarpatch and Community Partners Receive HUD Funding for Homeless Youth Housing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Under the leadership of the City of Madison and Briarpatch, the Dane County Continuum of Care (CoC), has been awarded a $2.5 million Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP) grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).<br />
&ldquo;This grant award is the culmination of many,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-briarpatch-and-community-partners-receive-hud-funding-for-homeless-youth-housing/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 2021 21:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-briarpatch-and-community-partners-receive-hud-funding-for-homeless-youth-housing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/in-person-public-information-meeting-for-town-of-madison-residents"&gt;In-Person Public Information Meeting for Town of Madison Residents&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The next opportunity for the community to learn more about the Town of Madison Attachment is scheduled for 5 p.m., Oct. 14, 2021, at Penn Park Shelter, 2101 Fisher Street, Madison, Wis.The first meeting was held virtually in September, and now, the City of Madison/Town of Madison Attachment...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsin-person-public-information-meeting-for-town-of-madison-residentsgtin-person-public-information-meeting-for-town-of-madison-residentsltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 2021 16:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsin-person-public-information-meeting-for-town-of-madison-residentsgtin-person-public-information-meeting-for-town-of-madison-residentsltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[In-Person Public Information Meeting for Town of Madison Residents]]></title><description><![CDATA[The next opportunity for the community to learn more about the Town of Madison Attachment is scheduled for 5 p.m., Oct. 14, 2021, at Penn Park Shelter, 2101 Fisher Street, Madison, Wis.The first meeting was held virtually in September, and now, the City of Madison/Town of Madison Attachment...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/in-person-public-information-meeting-for-town-of-madison-residents/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 2021 16:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/in-person-public-information-meeting-for-town-of-madison-residents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Health to Open Temporary Booster Vaccination Clinic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beginning on Tuesday, October 12, 2021, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County will open a new, temporary vaccination clinic at the Arena building at the Alliant Energy Center. The site will provide first and second vaccine doses for anyone 12 and older as well as booster doses for those who are...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-to-open-temporary-booster-vaccination-clinic/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 2021 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-to-open-temporary-booster-vaccination-clinic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/public-health-to-open-temporary-booster-vaccination-clinic"&gt;Public Health to Open Temporary Booster Vaccination Clinic&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beginning on Tuesday, October 12, 2021, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County will open a new, temporary vaccination clinic at the Arena building at the Alliant Energy Center. The site will provide first and second vaccine doses for anyone 12 and older as well as booster doses for those who are...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewspublic-health-to-open-temporary-booster-vaccination-clinicgtpublic-health-to-open-temporary-booster-vaccination-clinicltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 2021 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewspublic-health-to-open-temporary-booster-vaccination-clinicgtpublic-health-to-open-temporary-booster-vaccination-clinicltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closures--Commercial Avenue (CTH "T") &amp; Felland Road]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting at 6:00 a.m. on Monday, October 18, Commercial Avenue (CTH &ldquo;T&rdquo;) will be fully closed at Felland Road and Felland Road will be fully closed at Commercial Avenue for the installation of sanitary sewer (see attached map).&nbsp;<br />
The closure of Commercial Avenue is expected to last until 5:00 p.m....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-commercial-avenue-cth-t-amp-felland-road/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Oct 2021 21:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closures-commercial-avenue-cth-t-amp-felland-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/street-closures-commercial-avenue-cth-t-felland-road"&gt;Street Closures--Commercial Avenue (CTH "T") &amp; Felland Road&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting at 6:00 a.m. on Monday, October 18, Commercial Avenue (CTH &ldquo;T&rdquo;) will be fully closed at Felland Road and Felland Road will be fully closed at Commercial Avenue for the installation of sanitary sewer (see attached map).&nbsp;<br />
The closure of Commercial Avenue is expected to last until 5:00 p.m....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstreet-closures-commercial-avenue-cth-t-felland-roadgtstreet-closures-commercial-avenue-cth-t-amp-felland-roadltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Oct 2021 21:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstreet-closures-commercial-avenue-cth-t-felland-roadgtstreet-closures-commercial-avenue-cth-t-amp-felland-roadltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--Commercial Avenue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting at 5:00 a.m. on Friday, October 15, Commercial Avenue will be fully closed at the double railroad crossings for railroad track replacement (see attached map).&nbsp;<br />
The work will be completed and the street fully reopened by 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 20.<br />
Direct any questions to the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-commercial-avenue/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Oct 2021 20:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-commercial-avenue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/dont-delay-breast-cancer-screening"&gt;Don&rsquo;t Delay Breast Cancer Screening&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Breast cancer is often on people&rsquo;s radar in the month of October, from fundraising walks to sports teams donning pink gear to raise awareness. However, delays in screenings due to the pandemic over the past year and a half may have left some women more vulnerable to the disease.<br />
&ldquo;We know that many...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsdont-delay-breast-cancer-screeninggtdonrsquot-delay-breast-cancer-screeningltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Oct 2021 15:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsdont-delay-breast-cancer-screeninggtdonrsquot-delay-breast-cancer-screeningltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don’t Delay Breast Cancer Screening]]></title><description><![CDATA[Breast cancer is often on people&rsquo;s radar in the month of October, from fundraising walks to sports teams donning pink gear to raise awareness. However, delays in screenings due to the pandemic over the past year and a half may have left some women more vulnerable to the disease.<br />
&ldquo;We know that many...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dont-delay-breast-cancer-screening/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 Oct 2021 15:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/dont-delay-breast-cancer-screening/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway Releases 2022 Executive Operating Budget]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, Mayor Rhodes-Conway releases the 2022 Executive Operating Budget detailing her funding proposal for running City departments and services in Madison. In this Operating Budget, the Mayor proposes funding priorities that outline a path forward on many challenges facing Madison today &ndash; many of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-releases-2022-executive-operating-budget/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Oct 2021 18:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-releases-2022-executive-operating-budget/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/mayor-rhodes-conway-releases-2022-executive-operating-budget"&gt;Mayor Rhodes-Conway Releases 2022 Executive Operating Budget&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, Mayor Rhodes-Conway releases the 2022 Executive Operating Budget detailing her funding proposal for running City departments and services in Madison. In this Operating Budget, the Mayor proposes funding priorities that outline a path forward on many challenges facing Madison today &ndash; many of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmayor-rhodes-conway-releases-2022-executive-operating-budgetgtmayor-rhodes-conway-releases-2022-executive-operating-budgetltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Oct 2021 18:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmayor-rhodes-conway-releases-2022-executive-operating-budgetgtmayor-rhodes-conway-releases-2022-executive-operating-budgetltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Director Announced for Olbrich Botanical Gardens]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Parks Division and the Olbrich Botanical Society are pleased to announce that Tanya Zastrow has accepted the position as Director of Olbrich Botanical Gardens.&nbsp;Lisa Laschinger, Madison Parks Assistant Superintendent, commented, &ldquo;Tanya is well-suited to lead the Olbrich team into the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/new-director-announced-for-olbrich-botanical-gardens/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Oct 2021 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/new-director-announced-for-olbrich-botanical-gardens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/new-director-announced-for-olbrich-botanical-gardens"&gt;New Director Announced for Olbrich Botanical Gardens&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Parks Division and the Olbrich Botanical Society are pleased to announce that Tanya Zastrow has accepted the position as Director of Olbrich Botanical Gardens.&nbsp;Lisa Laschinger, Madison Parks Assistant Superintendent, commented, &ldquo;Tanya is well-suited to lead the Olbrich team into the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsnew-director-announced-for-olbrich-botanical-gardensgtnew-director-announced-for-olbrich-botanical-gardensltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 Oct 2021 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsnew-director-announced-for-olbrich-botanical-gardensgtnew-director-announced-for-olbrich-botanical-gardensltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/city-of-madison-jeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-1"&gt;CITY OF MADISON JEFFREY CLAY ERLANGER CIVILITY IN PUBLIC DISCOURSE AWARD&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison invites you to submit nominations for its annual JEFFREY CLAY ERLANGER CIVILITY IN PUBLIC DISCOURSE AWARD. This award honors Jeffrey Clay Erlanger, who was an individual of integrity, passion, intelligence, and civility. Jeff understood that thoughtful and caring people could...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscity-of-madison-jeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-1gtcity-of-madison-jeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-awardltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2021 20:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscity-of-madison-jeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-award-1gtcity-of-madison-jeffrey-clay-erlanger-civility-in-public-discourse-awardltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/fall-2021-leaf-yard-waste-collection-begins-next-week"&gt;Fall 2021 Leaf &amp; Yard Waste Collection Begins Next Week&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division&rsquo;s fall leaf and yard waste collection begins the week October 10, 2021.<br />
All neighborhoods will receive three curbside collection opportunities.<br />
Each neighborhood has been assigned dates when they should set their yard waste out for collection.<br />
How to Get Your Leaves and Yard...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsfall-2021-leaf-yard-waste-collection-begins-next-weekgtfall-2021-leaf-amp-yard-waste-collection-begins-next-weekltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2021 19:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsfall-2021-leaf-yard-waste-collection-begins-next-weekgtfall-2021-leaf-amp-yard-waste-collection-begins-next-weekltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fall 2021 Leaf &amp; Yard Waste Collection Begins Next Week]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division&rsquo;s fall leaf and yard waste collection begins the week October 10, 2021.<br />
All neighborhoods will receive three curbside collection opportunities.<br />
Each neighborhood has been assigned dates when they should set their yard waste out for collection.<br />
How to Get Your Leaves and Yard...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/fall-2021-leaf-amp-yard-waste-collection-begins-next-week/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2021 19:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/fall-2021-leaf-amp-yard-waste-collection-begins-next-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Health Extends Face Covering Emergency Order]]></title><description><![CDATA[Effective Friday, October 8, 2021 at 12:01am, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is issuing Face Covering Emergency Order #3. No changes were made to the existing face covering order, which requires that everyone age 2 and older wear a face covering or mask when in any enclosed building, where...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-extends-face-covering-emergency-order/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2021 17:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-extends-face-covering-emergency-order/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/public-health-extends-face-covering-emergency-order"&gt;Public Health Extends Face Covering Emergency Order&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Effective Friday, October 8, 2021 at 12:01am, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is issuing Face Covering Emergency Order #3. No changes were made to the existing face covering order, which requires that everyone age 2 and older wear a face covering or mask when in any enclosed building, where...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewspublic-health-extends-face-covering-emergency-ordergtpublic-health-extends-face-covering-emergency-orderltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2021 17:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewspublic-health-extends-face-covering-emergency-ordergtpublic-health-extends-face-covering-emergency-orderltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/culture-collectives-madison-pop-up-shops-are-now-open-on-state-street"&gt;Culture Collectives - Madison Pop-Up Shops - Are Now Open on State Street!&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Culture Collectives are now open on State Street! Eleven vendors were selected to pop-up their businesses in the two storefronts located at 440 and 444 State Street. They are:Ardorposh is a contemporary and modest clothing boutique for women who desire trendy&nbsp;styles.<br />
Better Footprints is an...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsculture-collectives-madison-pop-up-shops-are-now-open-on-state-streetgtculture-collectives-madison-pop-up-shops-are-now-open-on-state-streetltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Oct 2021 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsculture-collectives-madison-pop-up-shops-are-now-open-on-state-streetgtculture-collectives-madison-pop-up-shops-are-now-open-on-state-streetltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Culture Collectives - Madison Pop-Up Shops - Are Now Open on State Street!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Culture Collectives are now open on State Street! Eleven vendors were selected to pop-up their businesses in the two storefronts located at 440 and 444 State Street. They are:Ardorposh is a contemporary and modest clothing boutique for women who desire trendy&nbsp;styles.<br />
Better Footprints is an...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/culture-collectives-madison-pop-up-shops-are-now-open-on-state-street/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Oct 2021 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/culture-collectives-madison-pop-up-shops-are-now-open-on-state-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/brush-collection-over-for-2021"&gt;Brush Collection Over for 2021&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Curbside brush collection by the Streets Division has ended for 2021. Do not set out brush for pickup at this time.<br />
All residents have received their six collection opportunities for the year.&nbsp;<br />
Crews that were collecting brush will transition to collecting leaves and yard waste when that curbside...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsbrush-collection-over-for-2021gtbrush-collection-over-for-2021ltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Oct 2021 17:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsbrush-collection-over-for-2021gtbrush-collection-over-for-2021ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brush Collection Over for 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[Curbside brush collection by the Streets Division has ended for 2021. Do not set out brush for pickup at this time.<br />
All residents have received their six collection opportunities for the year.&nbsp;<br />
Crews that were collecting brush will transition to collecting leaves and yard waste when that curbside...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brush-collection-over-for-2021/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Oct 2021 17:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brush-collection-over-for-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walk-tober is Back to Promote Health, Safety and Fun]]></title><description><![CDATA[For second consecutive year, the City of Madison is promoting staying active this fall with a special month-long event, Walk-tober. This series of planned activities and events hopes to motivate the public to get out and walk during the month of October.<br />
October is a great month for walking!...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/walk-tober-is-back-to-promote-health-safety-and-fun/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Oct 2021 16:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/walk-tober-is-back-to-promote-health-safety-and-fun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/walk-tober-is-back-to-promote-health-safety-and-fun"&gt;Walk-tober is Back to Promote Health, Safety and Fun&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[For second consecutive year, the City of Madison is promoting staying active this fall with a special month-long event, Walk-tober. This series of planned activities and events hopes to motivate the public to get out and walk during the month of October.<br />
October is a great month for walking!...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewswalk-tober-is-back-to-promote-health-safety-and-fungtwalk-tober-is-back-to-promote-health-safety-and-funltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 Oct 2021 16:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewswalk-tober-is-back-to-promote-health-safety-and-fungtwalk-tober-is-back-to-promote-health-safety-and-funltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vision Zero Continues Speed Reductions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beginning Monday, October 4, the City of Madison will move to the next stage of speed changes in this city-wide effort for the Vision Zero initiative. The posted speed limit on Whitney Way, from Sheboygan Ave to Tokay Blvd, will change from 30 mph to 25 mph. Mineral Point Rd, from Whitney Way to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Sep 2021 22:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions"&gt;Vision Zero Continues Speed Reductions&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beginning Monday, October 4, the City of Madison will move to the next stage of speed changes in this city-wide effort for the Vision Zero initiative. The posted speed limit on Whitney Way, from Sheboygan Ave to Tokay Blvd, will change from 30 mph to 25 mph. Mineral Point Rd, from Whitney Way to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsvision-zero-continues-speed-reductionsgtvision-zero-continues-speed-reductionsltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Sep 2021 22:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsvision-zero-continues-speed-reductionsgtvision-zero-continues-speed-reductionsltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/get-your-flu-vaccine-before-halloween"&gt;Get Your Flu Vaccine Before Halloween&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[As you&rsquo;re planning outings to pick apples and visit corn mazes, add getting a flu vaccine to your to-do list. Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County recommends that everyone 6 months and older get the flu vaccine now to protect throughout the flu season, which can begin as early as October and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsget-your-flu-vaccine-before-halloweengtget-your-flu-vaccine-before-halloweenltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Sep 2021 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsget-your-flu-vaccine-before-halloweengtget-your-flu-vaccine-before-halloweenltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Get Your Flu Vaccine Before Halloween]]></title><description><![CDATA[As you&rsquo;re planning outings to pick apples and visit corn mazes, add getting a flu vaccine to your to-do list. Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County recommends that everyone 6 months and older get the flu vaccine now to protect throughout the flu season, which can begin as early as October and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/get-your-flu-vaccine-before-halloween/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Sep 2021 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/get-your-flu-vaccine-before-halloween/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Work on South Park Street Grocery Store Evolves]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison has been working diligently to ensure a full service grocery store is present in South Madison now and into the future. This work originated in efforts to redevelop the Truman Olson site located at 1402 South Park Street, a process that has been ongoing for several years....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/work-on-south-park-street-grocery-store-evolves/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Sep 2021 15:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/work-on-south-park-street-grocery-store-evolves/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/work-on-south-park-street-grocery-store-evolves"&gt;Work on South Park Street Grocery Store Evolves&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison has been working diligently to ensure a full service grocery store is present in South Madison now and into the future. This work originated in efforts to redevelop the Truman Olson site located at 1402 South Park Street, a process that has been ongoing for several years....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewswork-on-south-park-street-grocery-store-evolvesgtwork-on-south-park-street-grocery-store-evolvesltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Sep 2021 15:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewswork-on-south-park-street-grocery-store-evolvesgtwork-on-south-park-street-grocery-store-evolvesltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/give-your-feedback-john-nolen-drive-reconstruction-survey"&gt;Give Your Feedback: John Nolen Drive Reconstruction Survey&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[A survey is now open for the community to give direct feedback on the future of John Nolen Drive, including the reconstruction from North Shore Drive to Olin Avenue. The survey is available in English and Spanish.<br />
The purpose of the survey is to gather initial input from the community on their...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsgive-your-feedback-john-nolen-drive-reconstruction-surveygtgive-your-feedback-john-nolen-drive-reconstruction-surveyltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2021 16:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsgive-your-feedback-john-nolen-drive-reconstruction-surveygtgive-your-feedback-john-nolen-drive-reconstruction-surveyltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Give Your Feedback: John Nolen Drive Reconstruction Survey]]></title><description><![CDATA[A survey is now open for the community to give direct feedback on the future of John Nolen Drive, including the reconstruction from North Shore Drive to Olin Avenue. The survey is available in English and Spanish.<br />
The purpose of the survey is to gather initial input from the community on their...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/give-your-feedback-john-nolen-drive-reconstruction-survey/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2021 16:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/give-your-feedback-john-nolen-drive-reconstruction-survey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Let’s Talk Streets Campaign Seeks Additional Input]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison has been connecting with members of the community to learn what is important to them when it comes to streets throughout the city. The goal is to create an equitable process to design and construct streets &ndash; including roadways, sidewalks, terrace trees, and everything in between...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-lets-talk-streets-campaign-seeks-additional-input/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2021 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-lets-talk-streets-campaign-seeks-additional-input/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/the-lets-talk-streets-campaign-seeks-additional-input"&gt;The Let&rsquo;s Talk Streets Campaign Seeks Additional Input&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison has been connecting with members of the community to learn what is important to them when it comes to streets throughout the city. The goal is to create an equitable process to design and construct streets &ndash; including roadways, sidewalks, terrace trees, and everything in between...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsthe-lets-talk-streets-campaign-seeks-additional-inputgtthe-letrsquos-talk-streets-campaign-seeks-additional-inputltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2021 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsthe-lets-talk-streets-campaign-seeks-additional-inputgtthe-letrsquos-talk-streets-campaign-seeks-additional-inputltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/28th-annual-compost-bin-sale-scheduled-for-october-23-2021"&gt;28th Annual Compost Bin Sale Scheduled for October 23, 2021&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 28th annual Madison compost bin truckload sale will be held by RainReserve on October. 23, 2021 at the Garver Feed Mill (3241 Garver Green). Pre-orders are now available. The location provides easy pick-up and experts will be on hand to answer questions.<br />
The sale is being conducted in support...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnews28th-annual-compost-bin-sale-scheduled-for-october-23-2021gt28th-annual-compost-bin-sale-scheduled-for-october-23-2021ltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2021 17:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnews28th-annual-compost-bin-sale-scheduled-for-october-23-2021gt28th-annual-compost-bin-sale-scheduled-for-october-23-2021ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[28th Annual Compost Bin Sale Scheduled for October 23, 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 28th annual Madison compost bin truckload sale will be held by RainReserve on October. 23, 2021 at the Garver Feed Mill (3241 Garver Green). Pre-orders are now available. The location provides easy pick-up and experts will be on hand to answer questions.<br />
The sale is being conducted in support...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/28th-annual-compost-bin-sale-scheduled-for-october-23-2021/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2021 17:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/28th-annual-compost-bin-sale-scheduled-for-october-23-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[National Voter Registration Day This Tuesday ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Clerk&rsquo;s Office is collaborating with organizations across the community to offer voter registration drives on Tuesday. Partner organizations include Urban League of Greater Madison, United Way of Dane County, Madison Public Libraries, and the Badgers Vote Coalition at UW-Madison...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/national-voter-registration-day-this-tuesday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2021 16:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/national-voter-registration-day-this-tuesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/national-voter-registration-day-this-tuesday"&gt;National Voter Registration Day This Tuesday&nbsp;&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Clerk&rsquo;s Office is collaborating with organizations across the community to offer voter registration drives on Tuesday. Partner organizations include Urban League of Greater Madison, United Way of Dane County, Madison Public Libraries, and the Badgers Vote Coalition at UW-Madison...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsnational-voter-registration-day-this-tuesdaygtnational-voter-registration-day-this-tuesdaynbspltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2021 16:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsnational-voter-registration-day-this-tuesdaygtnational-voter-registration-day-this-tuesdaynbspltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Testing Capacity in Dane County Continues to Grow]]></title><description><![CDATA[As COVID-19 continues to circulate in our community, fueled by the prevalence of the more infectious Delta variant, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County wants to remind residents of the vast options for testing available in the community.<br />
&ldquo;The demand for testing is high right now, as people...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/testing-capacity-in-dane-county-continues-to-grow/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2021 15:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/testing-capacity-in-dane-county-continues-to-grow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/testing-capacity-in-dane-county-continues-to-grow"&gt;Testing Capacity in Dane County Continues to Grow &lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[As COVID-19 continues to circulate in our community, fueled by the prevalence of the more infectious Delta variant, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County wants to remind residents of the vast options for testing available in the community.<br />
&ldquo;The demand for testing is high right now, as people...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewstesting-capacity-in-dane-county-continues-to-growgttesting-capacity-in-dane-county-continues-to-grow-ltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2021 15:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewstesting-capacity-in-dane-county-continues-to-growgttesting-capacity-in-dane-county-continues-to-grow-ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[La Capacidad de Pruebas en el Condado de Dane Continúa Creciendo]]></title><description><![CDATA[A medida que el COVID-19 contin&uacute;a circulando en nuestra comunidad, impulsado por la prevalencia de la variante Delta m&aacute;s infecciosa, El Departamento de Salud P&uacute;blica de Madison y el Condado de Dane quiere recordar a las personas sobre las amplias opciones de pruebas disponibles en la comunidad.<br />
&ldquo;La...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/la-capacidad-de-pruebas-en-el-condado-de-dane-contina-creciendo/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Sep 2021 15:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/la-capacidad-de-pruebas-en-el-condado-de-dane-contina-creciendo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/bike-path-closure-southwest-path"&gt;Bike Path Closure--Southwest Path&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sections of the Southwest Path will be closed for resurfacing over the following dates. Path detours will be marked during construction at each section.Commonwealth Avenue to Glenway Street:7:00 a.m. Monday, 9/27/21 thru 5:00 p.m. Friday, 10/1/21<br />
Odana Road to Hammersley Road (South of the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsbike-path-closure-southwest-pathgtbike-path-closure-southwest-pathltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Sep 2021 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsbike-path-closure-southwest-pathgtbike-path-closure-southwest-pathltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bike Path Closure--Southwest Path]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sections of the Southwest Path will be closed for resurfacing over the following dates. Path detours will be marked during construction at each section.Commonwealth Avenue to Glenway Street:7:00 a.m. Monday, 9/27/21 thru 5:00 p.m. Friday, 10/1/21<br />
Odana Road to Hammersley Road (South of the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/bike-path-closure-southwest-path/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Sep 2021 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/bike-path-closure-southwest-path/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/madison-maintains-aaa-bond-rating-2"&gt;Madison Maintains Aaa Bond Rating&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Moody&rsquo;s Investor Service has continued Madison&rsquo;s Aaa bond rating with a stable outlook. The rating is for the $93 million in tax-exempt general obligation bonds and notes for capital projects and $54.8 million of taxable and tax-exempt general obligation refunding bonds and notes that will be...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-maintains-aaa-bond-rating-2gtmadison-maintains-aaa-bond-ratingltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Sep 2021 17:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-maintains-aaa-bond-rating-2gtmadison-maintains-aaa-bond-ratingltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/imagine-madison-comprehensive-plan-2021-progress-update"&gt;Imagine Madison Comprehensive Plan &ndash; 2021 Progress Update&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interactions with over 15,000 Madisonians, including historically underrepresented groups, helped shape the Imagine Madison Comprehensive Plan. The Plan is now shaping the future of Madison.<br />
The 2021 Progress Update for the Comprehensive Plan is now available. The Progress Update highlights...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsimagine-madison-comprehensive-plan-2021-progress-updategtimagine-madison-comprehensive-plan-ndash-2021-progress-updateltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2021 21:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsimagine-madison-comprehensive-plan-2021-progress-updategtimagine-madison-comprehensive-plan-ndash-2021-progress-updateltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Imagine Madison Comprehensive Plan – 2021 Progress Update]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interactions with over 15,000 Madisonians, including historically underrepresented groups, helped shape the Imagine Madison Comprehensive Plan. The Plan is now shaping the future of Madison.<br />
The 2021 Progress Update for the Comprehensive Plan is now available. The Progress Update highlights...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/imagine-madison-comprehensive-plan-2021-progress-update/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2021 21:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/imagine-madison-comprehensive-plan-2021-progress-update/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unveiling of anti-racist mural commissioned to express community solidarity in Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhood set for September 25, 1pm-3:30pm]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Arts Commission invites you to celebrate and engage in art activism with Madison&rsquo;s newest outdoor public works at the Monroe Street Festival on September 25th. The Machine, a mural painted by Black, queer artist Simone Lawrence, aims to raise questions and inspire action to advance...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/unveiling-of-anti-racist-mural-commissioned-to-express-community-solidarity-in-dudgeon-monroe-neighborhood-set-for-september-25-1pm-330pm/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Sep 2021 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/unveiling-of-anti-racist-mural-commissioned-to-express-community-solidarity-in-dudgeon-monroe-neighborhood-set-for-september-25-1pm-330pm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/unveiling-of-anti-racist-mural-commissioned-to-express-community-solidarity-in-dudgeon-monroe"&gt;Unveiling of anti-racist mural commissioned to express community solidarity in Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhood set for September 25, 1pm-3:30pm]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Arts Commission invites you to celebrate and engage in art activism with Madison&rsquo;s newest outdoor public works at the Monroe Street Festival on September 25th. The Machine, a mural painted by Black, queer artist Simone Lawrence, aims to raise questions and inspire action to advance...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsunveiling-of-anti-racist-mural-commissioned-to-express-community-solidarity-in-dudgeon-monroegtunveiling-of-anti-racist-mural-commissioned-to-express-community-solidarity-in-dudgeon-monroe-neighborhood-set-for-september-25-1pm-330pm-ltagt/</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Sep 2021 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsunveiling-of-anti-racist-mural-commissioned-to-express-community-solidarity-in-dudgeon-monroegtunveiling-of-anti-racist-mural-commissioned-to-express-community-solidarity-in-dudgeon-monroe-neighborhood-set-for-september-25-1pm-330pm-ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Common Council to Hold Hearing and Vote on Resolution Supporting a Union Voice for UW Health Nurses and Calling for a Fair Union Election to Ensure Quality Patient Care]]></title><description><![CDATA[As UW Health Nurses Continue to Struggle with COVID Surge...<br />
Madison Common Council to Hold Hearing and Vote on Resolution Supporting a Union Voice for UW Health Nurses and Calling for a Fair Union Election to Ensure Quality Patient Care<br />
Frontline nurses will testify in support of the resolution,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-common-council-to-hold-hearing-and-vote-on-resolution-supporting-a-union-voice-for-uw-health-nurses-and-calling-for-a-fair-union-election-to-ensure-quality-patient-care/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Sep 2021 23:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-common-council-to-hold-hearing-and-vote-on-resolution-supporting-a-union-voice-for-uw-health-nurses-and-calling-for-a-fair-union-election-to-ensure-quality-patient-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/madison-common-council-to-hold-hearing-and-vote-on-resolution-supporting-a-union-voice-for-uw"&gt;Madison Common Council to Hold Hearing and Vote on Resolution Supporting a Union Voice for UW Health Nurses and Calling for a Fair Union El]]></title><description><![CDATA[As UW Health Nurses Continue to Struggle with COVID Surge...<br />
Madison Common Council to Hold Hearing and Vote on Resolution Supporting a Union Voice for UW Health Nurses and Calling for a Fair Union Election to Ensure Quality Patient Care<br />
Frontline nurses will testify in support of the resolution,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-common-council-to-hold-hearing-and-vote-on-resolution-supporting-a-union-voice-for-uwgtmadison-common-council-to-hold-hearing-and-vote-on-resolution-supporting-a-union-voice-for-uw-health-nurses-and-calling-for-a-fair-union-election-to/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Sep 2021 23:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-common-council-to-hold-hearing-and-vote-on-resolution-supporting-a-union-voice-for-uwgtmadison-common-council-to-hold-hearing-and-vote-on-resolution-supporting-a-union-voice-for-uw-health-nurses-and-calling-for-a-fair-union-election-to/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/freakfest-2021-cancelled-residents-asked-to-take-precautions-at-gatherings"&gt;Freakfest 2021 Cancelled, Residents Asked to Take Precautions at Gatherings&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison has historically hosted a large Downtown Halloween celebration, called Freakfest, on the Saturday closest to Halloween. Given the current public health situation, Freakfest will be cancelled again this year.<br />
&ldquo;Cases of the Delta variant are still on the rise in our state and our...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsfreakfest-2021-cancelled-residents-asked-to-take-precautions-at-gatheringsgtfreakfest-2021-cancelled-residents-asked-to-take-precautions-at-gatheringsltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Sep 2021 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsfreakfest-2021-cancelled-residents-asked-to-take-precautions-at-gatheringsgtfreakfest-2021-cancelled-residents-asked-to-take-precautions-at-gatheringsltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Freakfest 2021 Cancelled, Residents Asked to Take Precautions at Gatherings]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison has historically hosted a large Downtown Halloween celebration, called Freakfest, on the Saturday closest to Halloween. Given the current public health situation, Freakfest will be cancelled again this year.<br />
&ldquo;Cases of the Delta variant are still on the rise in our state and our...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/freakfest-2021-cancelled-residents-asked-to-take-precautions-at-gatherings/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Sep 2021 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/freakfest-2021-cancelled-residents-asked-to-take-precautions-at-gatherings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/alder-redistricting-scenarios-available-for-public-review"&gt;Alder Redistricting Scenarios Available for Public Review&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison&rsquo;s Ad Hoc Redistricting Committee is seeking feedback from the public on two scenarios for alder redistricting.<br />
Redistricting is undertaken every ten years using census data to equalize populations in alder districts, which ensures equal representation in the City Council. Due to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsalder-redistricting-scenarios-available-for-public-reviewgtalder-redistricting-scenarios-available-for-public-reviewltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Sep 2021 16:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsalder-redistricting-scenarios-available-for-public-reviewgtalder-redistricting-scenarios-available-for-public-reviewltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alder Redistricting Scenarios Available for Public Review]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison&rsquo;s Ad Hoc Redistricting Committee is seeking feedback from the public on two scenarios for alder redistricting.<br />
Redistricting is undertaken every ten years using census data to equalize populations in alder districts, which ensures equal representation in the City Council. Due to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alder-redistricting-scenarios-available-for-public-review/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Sep 2021 16:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alder-redistricting-scenarios-available-for-public-review/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trucks &amp; Treasures This Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Explore the big rigs and shop the treasures at Saturday's&nbsp;Trucks &amp; Treasures!&nbsp; Madison Parks is excited about the return of this family-friendly event. Kids of all ages are invited to see and climb the service equipment and meet the City employees who operate them at Door Creek Park, 9am to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trucks-amp-treasures-this-saturday/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Sep 2021 16:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/trucks-amp-treasures-this-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/trucks-treasures-this-saturday"&gt;Trucks &amp; Treasures This Saturday&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Explore the big rigs and shop the treasures at Saturday's&nbsp;Trucks &amp; Treasures!&nbsp; Madison Parks is excited about the return of this family-friendly event. Kids of all ages are invited to see and climb the service equipment and meet the City employees who operate them at Door Creek Park, 9am to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewstrucks-treasures-this-saturdaygttrucks-amp-treasures-this-saturdayltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Sep 2021 16:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewstrucks-treasures-this-saturdaygttrucks-amp-treasures-this-saturdayltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--East Johnson Street (North St to N Lawn Ave) *UPDATE 10/28/21*]]></title><description><![CDATA[UPDATE 10/28/21--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />
Work is expected to be completed and the street reopened by Monday, November 15...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-east-johnson-street-north-st-to-n-lawn-ave-update-102821/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2021 21:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-east-johnson-street-north-st-to-n-lawn-ave-update-102821/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--East Johnson Street (North St to N Lawn Ave)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting at 6:00 a.m. on Monday, September 20, East Johnson Street will be fully closed between North Street and North Lawn Avenue for a water main rehabilitation project. &nbsp;The project is estimated to be completed and street reopened in late October.<br />
Project documents can be found here:<br />
https://www...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-east-johnson-street-north-st-to-n-lawn-ave/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2021 21:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-east-johnson-street-north-st-to-n-lawn-ave/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/street-closure-east-johnson-street-north-st-to-n-lawn-ave-update-10-28-21"&gt;Street Closure--East Johnson Street (North St to N Lawn Ave) *UPDATE 10/28/21*&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[UPDATE 10/28/21--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br />
Work is expected to be completed and the street reopened by Monday, November 15...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstreet-closure-east-johnson-street-north-st-to-n-lawn-ave-update-10-28-21gtstreet-closure-east-johnson-street-north-st-to-n-lawn-ave-update-102821ltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2021 21:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstreet-closure-east-johnson-street-north-st-to-n-lawn-ave-update-10-28-21gtstreet-closure-east-johnson-street-north-st-to-n-lawn-ave-update-102821ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wisconsin Book Festival Fall Celebration October 21–24]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Wisconsin Book Festival is preparing&nbsp;for the fall kickoff to its 2021&ndash;22 programming season, with a hybrid approach for author&nbsp;events &mdash; some virtual and others in person. In-person events will mostly take place on<br />
Saturday, October 23, during the annual fall celebration weekend at Central...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/wisconsin-book-festival-fall-celebration-october-2124/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2021 00:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/wisconsin-book-festival-fall-celebration-october-2124/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/wisconsin-book-festival-fall-celebration-october-21-24"&gt;Wisconsin Book Festival Fall Celebration October 21&ndash;24&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Wisconsin Book Festival is preparing&nbsp;for the fall kickoff to its 2021&ndash;22 programming season, with a hybrid approach for author&nbsp;events &mdash; some virtual and others in person. In-person events will mostly take place on<br />
Saturday, October 23, during the annual fall celebration weekend at Central...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewswisconsin-book-festival-fall-celebration-october-21-24gtwisconsin-book-festival-fall-celebration-october-21ndash24ltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2021 00:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewswisconsin-book-festival-fall-celebration-october-21-24gtwisconsin-book-festival-fall-celebration-october-21ndash24ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison BCycle Launches Community Pass Program]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison BCycle is proud to launch its Community Pass Program to bring equitable access to its bike share system starting Monday, September 13.<br />
The program, in partnership with the Madison Public Library Foundation, will enable riders to use their Madison Public Library card to access one of over...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-bcycle-launches-community-pass-program/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Sep 2021 22:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-bcycle-launches-community-pass-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/madison-bcycle-launches-community-pass-program"&gt;Madison BCycle Launches Community Pass Program&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison BCycle is proud to launch its Community Pass Program to bring equitable access to its bike share system starting Monday, September 13.<br />
The program, in partnership with the Madison Public Library Foundation, will enable riders to use their Madison Public Library card to access one of over...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-bcycle-launches-community-pass-programgtmadison-bcycle-launches-community-pass-programltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Sep 2021 22:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-bcycle-launches-community-pass-programgtmadison-bcycle-launches-community-pass-programltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Streets Division Suffers Second Recycling Truck Fire of 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[On September 2, 2021 a load of recyclables in a collection vehicle working in the 1100 block of E. Gorham Street caught fire.<br />
Thanks to the quick thinking of the vehicle operator, and the assistance of the Madison Fire Department, the fire was suppressed.&nbsp; &nbsp;<br />
The operator was safe following this...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-suffers-second-recycling-truck-fire-of-2021/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Sep 2021 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/streets-division-suffers-second-recycling-truck-fire-of-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/streets-division-suffers-second-recycling-truck-fire-of-2021"&gt;Streets Division Suffers Second Recycling Truck Fire of 2021&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[On September 2, 2021 a load of recyclables in a collection vehicle working in the 1100 block of E. Gorham Street caught fire.<br />
Thanks to the quick thinking of the vehicle operator, and the assistance of the Madison Fire Department, the fire was suppressed.&nbsp; &nbsp;<br />
The operator was safe following this...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstreets-division-suffers-second-recycling-truck-fire-of-2021gtstreets-division-suffers-second-recycling-truck-fire-of-2021ltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Sep 2021 18:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsstreets-division-suffers-second-recycling-truck-fire-of-2021gtstreets-division-suffers-second-recycling-truck-fire-of-2021ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rabies-infected Bat Found on Sidewalk in Middleton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County has identified a rabid bat. The bat was found on a residential sidewalk on Manito Court in the City of Middleton on September 12, 2021. At this time, there is no known exposure to people or pets, but the bat was collected and tested as a precaution, and the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/rabies-infected-bat-found-on-sidewalk-in-middleton/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Sep 2021 18:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/rabies-infected-bat-found-on-sidewalk-in-middleton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/rabies-infected-bat-found-on-sidewalk-in-middleton"&gt;Rabies-infected Bat Found on Sidewalk in Middleton&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County has identified a rabid bat. The bat was found on a residential sidewalk on Manito Court in the City of Middleton on September 12, 2021. At this time, there is no known exposure to people or pets, but the bat was collected and tested as a precaution, and the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsrabies-infected-bat-found-on-sidewalk-in-middletongtrabies-infected-bat-found-on-sidewalk-in-middletonltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Sep 2021 18:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsrabies-infected-bat-found-on-sidewalk-in-middletongtrabies-infected-bat-found-on-sidewalk-in-middletonltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library Hosts Outdoor Wellness Festival September 19]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- The final event in the Live Well @ Your Library series will be an outdoor festival at Central Library on Sunday, September 19, with the theme Celebration. The block of Mifflin Street outside of Central Library will be blocked off from 1-4:30 p.m. to create a space for movement...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-hosts-outdoor-wellness-festival-september-19/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Sep 2021 00:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-hosts-outdoor-wellness-festival-september-19/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/madison-public-library-hosts-outdoor-wellness-festival-september-19"&gt;Madison Public Library Hosts Outdoor Wellness Festival September 19&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- The final event in the Live Well @ Your Library series will be an outdoor festival at Central Library on Sunday, September 19, with the theme Celebration. The block of Mifflin Street outside of Central Library will be blocked off from 1-4:30 p.m. to create a space for movement...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-public-library-hosts-outdoor-wellness-festival-september-19gtmadison-public-library-hosts-outdoor-wellness-festival-september-19ltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Sep 2021 00:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-public-library-hosts-outdoor-wellness-festival-september-19gtmadison-public-library-hosts-outdoor-wellness-festival-september-19ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/city-of-madison-closes-structure-at-131-west-wilson"&gt;City of Madison Closes Structure at 131 West Wilson&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Building Inspection Department has been monitoring structural concerns at 131 West Wilson, a property owned by Rice Investors LLC.<br />
The landlord is addressing the structural concerns but the work is not completed. Out of an abundance of caution, the City is ordering the building...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscity-of-madison-closes-structure-at-131-west-wilsongtcity-of-madison-closes-structure-at-131-west-wilsonltagt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Sep 2021 22:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscity-of-madison-closes-structure-at-131-west-wilsongtcity-of-madison-closes-structure-at-131-west-wilsonltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Madison Closes Structure at 131 West Wilson]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Building Inspection Department has been monitoring structural concerns at 131 West Wilson, a property owned by Rice Investors LLC.<br />
The landlord is addressing the structural concerns but the work is not completed. Out of an abundance of caution, the City is ordering the building...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-closes-structure-at-131-west-wilson/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Sep 2021 22:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/city-of-madison-closes-structure-at-131-west-wilson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library Celebrates Library Card Sign-Up Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month and Madison Public Library is celebrating with a number of activities and celebrations throughout the month.&nbsp;<br />
Library Card Sign-Up Month is a national campaign to emphasize the importance of library cards to a child&rsquo;s education and to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-celebrates-library-card-sign-up-month/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 22:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-library-celebrates-library-card-sign-up-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/madison-public-library-celebrates-library-card-sign-up-month"&gt;Madison Public Library Celebrates Library Card Sign-Up Month&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month and Madison Public Library is celebrating with a number of activities and celebrations throughout the month.&nbsp;<br />
Library Card Sign-Up Month is a national campaign to emphasize the importance of library cards to a child&rsquo;s education and to...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-public-library-celebrates-library-card-sign-up-monthgtmadison-public-library-celebrates-library-card-sign-up-monthltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 22:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-public-library-celebrates-library-card-sign-up-monthgtmadison-public-library-celebrates-library-card-sign-up-monthltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vision Zero Continues Speed Reductions, Next Up Whitney Way from Raymond Road to the Beltline]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beginning Monday, September 13, the City of Madison will move to the next stage of speed changes in this city-wide effort for the Vision Zero initiative. The posted speed limit on Whitney Way from Raymond Road to the Beltline will change from 30 mph to 25 mph. Similar to the recent Park Street...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-next-up-whitney-way-from-raymond-road-to-the-beltline/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-next-up-whitney-way-from-raymond-road-to-the-beltline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-next-up-whitney-way-from-raymond-road-to-the-beltline"&gt;Vision Zero Continues Speed Reductions, Next Up Whitney Way from Raymond Road to the Beltline &lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beginning Monday, September 13, the City of Madison will move to the next stage of speed changes in this city-wide effort for the Vision Zero initiative. The posted speed limit on Whitney Way from Raymond Road to the Beltline will change from 30 mph to 25 mph. Similar to the recent Park Street...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsvision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-next-up-whitney-way-from-raymond-road-to-the-beltlinegtvision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-next-up-whitney-way-from-raymond-road-to-the-beltline-ltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsvision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-next-up-whitney-way-from-raymond-road-to-the-beltlinegtvision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-next-up-whitney-way-from-raymond-road-to-the-beltline-ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/future-of-john-nolen-drive-join-the-process"&gt;Future of John Nolen Drive: Join the Process!   &lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Engineering Division invites the public to the first public information meeting for the upcoming John Nolen Drive Reconstruction Project, 6:30 p.m., Oct. 4, 2021, via Zoom. Registration prior is required.<br />
The virtual public information meeting will include general information,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsfuture-of-john-nolen-drive-join-the-processgtfuture-of-john-nolen-drive-join-the-process-ltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 19:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsfuture-of-john-nolen-drive-join-the-processgtfuture-of-john-nolen-drive-join-the-process-ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Future of John Nolen Drive: Join the Process!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Engineering Division invites the public to the first public information meeting for the upcoming John Nolen Drive Reconstruction Project, 6:30 p.m., Oct. 4, 2021, via Zoom. Registration prior is required.<br />
The virtual public information meeting will include general information,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/future-of-john-nolen-drive-join-the-process/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 19:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/future-of-john-nolen-drive-join-the-process/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Health Issues Updated Face Covering Emergency Order]]></title><description><![CDATA[Effective Friday, September 10, 2021 at 12:01am, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is issuing Face Covering Emergency Order #2. The Order is nearly identical to the current face covering order which requires that everyone age 2 and older wear a face covering or mask when in in any enclosed...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-issues-updated-face-covering-emergency-order/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 16:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-issues-updated-face-covering-emergency-order/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/public-health-issues-updated-face-covering-emergency-order"&gt;Public Health Issues Updated Face Covering Emergency Order&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Effective Friday, September 10, 2021 at 12:01am, Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is issuing Face Covering Emergency Order #2. The Order is nearly identical to the current face covering order which requires that everyone age 2 and older wear a face covering or mask when in in any enclosed...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewspublic-health-issues-updated-face-covering-emergency-ordergtpublic-health-issues-updated-face-covering-emergency-orderltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 16:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewspublic-health-issues-updated-face-covering-emergency-ordergtpublic-health-issues-updated-face-covering-emergency-orderltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Fire, Police, Red Cross Observe 9/11 Anniversary]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Fire Department, Madison Police Department, and the American Red Cross of Wisconsin invite the public to give the gift of life through blood donation during the 10th annual &ldquo;Never Forget&rdquo; Blood Drive. This year&rsquo;s event commemorates the 20th anniversary of the September 11, 2001...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-fire-police-red-cross-observe-911-anniversary/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-fire-police-red-cross-observe-911-anniversary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/madison-fire-police-red-cross-observe-9-11-anniversary"&gt;Madison Fire, Police, Red Cross Observe 9/11 Anniversary&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Fire Department, Madison Police Department, and the American Red Cross of Wisconsin invite the public to give the gift of life through blood donation during the 10th annual &ldquo;Never Forget&rdquo; Blood Drive. This year&rsquo;s event commemorates the 20th anniversary of the September 11, 2001...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-fire-police-red-cross-observe-9-11-anniversarygtmadison-fire-police-red-cross-observe-911-anniversaryltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-fire-police-red-cross-observe-9-11-anniversarygtmadison-fire-police-red-cross-observe-911-anniversaryltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire, Police, Red Cross Observe 9/11 Anniversary]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Madison Fire Department, Madison Police Department, and the American Red Cross of Wisconsin invite the public to give the gift of life through blood donation during the 10th annual &ldquo;Never Forget&rdquo; Blood Drive. This year&rsquo;s event commemorates the 20th anniversary of the September 11, 2001...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/fire-police-red-cross-observe-911-anniversary/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/fire-police-red-cross-observe-911-anniversary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seniors in Madison Empowered to Age Well During National Senior Center Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Madison, WI (September 2021)&mdash;Today&rsquo;s senior centers are delivering vital connections to help all older adults age well. Senior centers offer a vibrant, action-packed combination of in-person, virtual and hybrid programs. For example: Nutrition Sites, Virtual Book Clubs, Balance Classes, and...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/seniors-in-madison-empowered-to-age-well-during-national-senior-center-month/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Sep 2021 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/seniors-in-madison-empowered-to-age-well-during-national-senior-center-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Health Seeks to Bolster COVID-19 Response with 19 New Positions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is looking to create 19 new positions to support the ongoing COVID-19 response and recovery. The positions would be funded with $5.8 million in federal and state grants intended for COVID response and critical public health infrastructure.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
&ldquo;Our department...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-seeks-to-bolster-covid-19-response-with-19-new-positions/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2021 21:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/public-health-seeks-to-bolster-covid-19-response-with-19-new-positions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/public-health-seeks-to-bolster-covid-19-response-with-19-new-positions"&gt;Public Health Seeks to Bolster COVID-19 Response with 19 New Positions&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Public Health Madison &amp; Dane County is looking to create 19 new positions to support the ongoing COVID-19 response and recovery. The positions would be funded with $5.8 million in federal and state grants intended for COVID response and critical public health infrastructure.<br />
&nbsp;<br />
&ldquo;Our department...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewspublic-health-seeks-to-bolster-covid-19-response-with-19-new-positionsgtpublic-health-seeks-to-bolster-covid-19-response-with-19-new-positionsltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2021 21:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewspublic-health-seeks-to-bolster-covid-19-response-with-19-new-positionsgtpublic-health-seeks-to-bolster-covid-19-response-with-19-new-positionsltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/fall-yard-waste-schedule-now-available"&gt;Fall Yard Waste Schedule Now Available&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division has published the set-out schedule for the fall leaf and yard waste collection.<br />
To get the set-out dates for your home, go to www.cityofmadison.com/yardwaste. Enter the address your address into the form to see the dates when you should set out yard waste for collection.<br />
All...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsfall-yard-waste-schedule-now-availablegtfall-yard-waste-schedule-now-availableltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2021 17:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsfall-yard-waste-schedule-now-availablegtfall-yard-waste-schedule-now-availableltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fall Yard Waste Schedule Now Available]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division has published the set-out schedule for the fall leaf and yard waste collection.<br />
To get the set-out dates for your home, go to www.cityofmadison.com/yardwaste. Enter the address your address into the form to see the dates when you should set out yard waste for collection.<br />
All...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/fall-yard-waste-schedule-now-available/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2021 17:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/fall-yard-waste-schedule-now-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Let’s Talk Streets Campaign Seeks Input from People with Disabilities]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is presently seeking input from people with disabilities, their families and service providers to better understand how our streets (do or don't) serve people with disabilities and how the streets impact the ability to get around. We also hope to use collected stories that...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-lets-talk-streets-campaign-seeks-input-from-people-with-disabilities/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2021 01:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-lets-talk-streets-campaign-seeks-input-from-people-with-disabilities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/the-lets-talk-streets-campaign-seeks-input-from-people-with-disabilities"&gt;The Let&rsquo;s Talk Streets Campaign Seeks Input from People with Disabilities&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison is presently seeking input from people with disabilities, their families and service providers to better understand how our streets (do or don't) serve people with disabilities and how the streets impact the ability to get around. We also hope to use collected stories that...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsthe-lets-talk-streets-campaign-seeks-input-from-people-with-disabilitiesgtthe-letrsquos-talk-streets-campaign-seeks-input-from-people-with-disabilitiesltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2021 01:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsthe-lets-talk-streets-campaign-seeks-input-from-people-with-disabilitiesgtthe-letrsquos-talk-streets-campaign-seeks-input-from-people-with-disabilitiesltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/brush-collection-ending-for-2021"&gt;Brush Collection Ending for 2021&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division&rsquo;s final brush collection opportunities for 2021 are happening now. Some neighborhoods have already received their final curbside collection opportunity for the year.<br />
Learn when your final set-out date for brush collection by entering your address into the form at www....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsbrush-collection-ending-for-2021gtbrush-collection-ending-for-2021ltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2021 20:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsbrush-collection-ending-for-2021gtbrush-collection-ending-for-2021ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brush Collection Ending for 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division&rsquo;s final brush collection opportunities for 2021 are happening now. Some neighborhoods have already received their final curbside collection opportunity for the year.<br />
Learn when your final set-out date for brush collection by entering your address into the form at www....]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brush-collection-ending-for-2021/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2021 20:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/brush-collection-ending-for-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The City of Madison Welcomes Afghan Refugees to Wisconsin]]></title><description><![CDATA[As refugees from Afghanistan arrive in Wisconsin, the Mayor and Common Council Leadership would like to extend a warm welcome and reaffirm Madison's commitment to treating refugees with dignity, care and respect.<br />
Many Madisonians are interested in helping to welcome and assist Afghan refugees as...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-city-of-madison-welcomes-afghan-refugees-to-wisconsin/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Sep 2021 22:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/the-city-of-madison-welcomes-afghan-refugees-to-wisconsin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/the-city-of-madison-welcomes-afghan-refugees-to-wisconsin"&gt;The City of Madison Welcomes Afghan Refugees to Wisconsin&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[As refugees from Afghanistan arrive in Wisconsin, the Mayor and Common Council Leadership would like to extend a warm welcome and reaffirm Madison's commitment to treating refugees with dignity, care and respect.<br />
Many Madisonians are interested in helping to welcome and assist Afghan refugees as...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsthe-city-of-madison-welcomes-afghan-refugees-to-wisconsingtthe-city-of-madison-welcomes-afghan-refugees-to-wisconsinltagt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Sep 2021 22:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsthe-city-of-madison-welcomes-afghan-refugees-to-wisconsingtthe-city-of-madison-welcomes-afghan-refugees-to-wisconsinltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Transit Collecting Feedback on next Phase of the Network Redesign Project]]></title><description><![CDATA[Metro Transit has moved into Phase Two of their Network Redesign Project and is again asking for your feedback. Phase Two of the project focuses on examining the &lsquo;network alternatives.&rsquo; Input received from the first phase of the project was used to develop two contrasting network alternatives, the...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-collecting-feedback-on-next-phase-of-the-network-redesign-project/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Aug 2021 22:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/metro-transit-collecting-feedback-on-next-phase-of-the-network-redesign-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor Rhodes-Conway Releases 2022 Executive Capital Budget and Capital Improvement Plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, Mayor Rhodes-Conway releases the 2022 Executive Capital Budget and 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) detailing her funding proposal for buildings, infrastructure, and other capital investments for Madison.<br />
In this Capital Budget, the Mayor proposes to increase funding for affordable...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-releases-2022-executive-capital-budget-and-capital-improvement-plan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Aug 2021 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/mayor-rhodes-conway-releases-2022-executive-capital-budget-and-capital-improvement-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/mayor-rhodes-conway-releases-2022-executive-capital-budget-and-capital-improvement-plan"&gt;Mayor Rhodes-Conway Releases 2022 Executive Capital Budget and Capital Improvement Plan&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, Mayor Rhodes-Conway releases the 2022 Executive Capital Budget and 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) detailing her funding proposal for buildings, infrastructure, and other capital investments for Madison.<br />
In this Capital Budget, the Mayor proposes to increase funding for affordable...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmayor-rhodes-conway-releases-2022-executive-capital-budget-and-capital-improvement-plangtmayor-rhodes-conway-releases-2022-executive-capital-budget-and-capital-improvement-planltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Aug 2021 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmayor-rhodes-conway-releases-2022-executive-capital-budget-and-capital-improvement-plangtmayor-rhodes-conway-releases-2022-executive-capital-budget-and-capital-improvement-planltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/leading-up-to-labor-day-madison-common-council-alders-heck-and-lemmer-to-announce-resolution"&gt;Leading Up to Labor Day, Madison Common Council Alders Heck and Lemmer to Announce Resolution Supporting a Union Voice for UW Health Nurses ]]></title><description><![CDATA[WHAT: Press conference with Madison Common Council Alders and nurses to announce resolution supporting a union voice at UW Health. There will be a Q&amp;A session and individual interview availability afterwards.<br />
WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 2 at 11 am<br />
WHERE: Front entrance of the City County Building,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsleading-up-to-labor-day-madison-common-council-alders-heck-and-lemmer-to-announce-resolutiongtleading-up-to-labor-day-madison-common-council-alders-heck-and-lemmer-to-announce-resolution-supporting-a-union-voice-for-uw-health-nurses-and-callin/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Aug 2021 21:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsleading-up-to-labor-day-madison-common-council-alders-heck-and-lemmer-to-announce-resolutiongtleading-up-to-labor-day-madison-common-council-alders-heck-and-lemmer-to-announce-resolution-supporting-a-union-voice-for-uw-health-nurses-and-callin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leading Up to Labor Day, Madison Common Council Alders Heck and Lemmer to Announce Resolution Supporting a Union Voice for UW Health Nurses and Calling for a Fair Union Election to Ensure Quality Patient Care]]></title><description><![CDATA[WHAT: Press conference with Madison Common Council Alders and nurses to announce resolution supporting a union voice at UW Health. There will be a Q&amp;A session and individual interview availability afterwards.<br />
WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 2 at 11 am<br />
WHERE: Front entrance of the City County Building,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/leading-up-to-labor-day-madison-common-council-alders-heck-and-lemmer-to-announce-resolution-supporting-a-union-voice-for-uw-health-nurses-and-calling-for-a-fair-union-election-to-ensure-quality-patient-care/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Aug 2021 21:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/leading-up-to-labor-day-madison-common-council-alders-heck-and-lemmer-to-announce-resolution-supporting-a-union-voice-for-uw-health-nurses-and-calling-for-a-fair-union-election-to-ensure-quality-patient-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No Streets Division Collections on Labor Day, September 6, 2021]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division will not perform refuse, recycling, brush, or large item collections on Monday, September 6, 2021 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. The drop-off sites will also be closed.<br />
Trash &amp; Recycling Collection<br />
Madison residents who have their refuse and recycling collected on...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-streets-division-collections-on-labor-day-september-6-2021/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Aug 2021 17:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/no-streets-division-collections-on-labor-day-september-6-2021/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/no-streets-division-collections-on-labor-day-september-6-2021"&gt;No Streets Division Collections on Labor Day, September 6, 2021&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Streets Division will not perform refuse, recycling, brush, or large item collections on Monday, September 6, 2021 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. The drop-off sites will also be closed.<br />
Trash &amp; Recycling Collection<br />
Madison residents who have their refuse and recycling collected on...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsno-streets-division-collections-on-labor-day-september-6-2021gtno-streets-division-collections-on-labor-day-september-6-2021ltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Aug 2021 17:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsno-streets-division-collections-on-labor-day-september-6-2021gtno-streets-division-collections-on-labor-day-september-6-2021ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vision Zero Continues Speed Reductions, Park Street is Next Up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Included as part of the Vision Zero initiative roadway improvements, upcoming speed limit reductions are scheduled for several Madison streets identified as having a high level of injury causing crashes. The first one to occur, on South Park Street between Regent Street and Badger Road, begins on...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-park-street-is-next-up/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Aug 2021 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-park-street-is-next-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/vision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-park-street-is-next-up"&gt;Vision Zero Continues Speed Reductions, Park Street is Next Up&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Included as part of the Vision Zero initiative roadway improvements, upcoming speed limit reductions are scheduled for several Madison streets identified as having a high level of injury causing crashes. The first one to occur, on South Park Street between Regent Street and Badger Road, begins on...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsvision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-park-street-is-next-upgtvision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-park-street-is-next-upltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Aug 2021 20:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsvision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-park-street-is-next-upgtvision-zero-continues-speed-reductions-park-street-is-next-upltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Street Closure--West Washington Avenue &amp; South Bedford Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting at 6:00 a.m. on Monday, August 30, West Washington Avenue construction will extend into the Bedford Street intersection, which will fully close the 10 block of South Bedford Street&mdash;from West Washington Avenue to West Main Street.&nbsp;<br />
Left turns from eastbound West Washington Avenue onto...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-west-washington-avenue-amp-south-bedford-street/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Aug 2021 18:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/street-closure-west-washington-avenue-amp-south-bedford-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/alternative-emergency-response-initiative-launches-sept-1"&gt;Alternative Emergency Response Initiative Launches Sept. 1&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new initiative designed to provide alternative emergency response for individuals who are in crisis is set to launch next week. The Madison Fire Department&rsquo;s Community Alternative Response Emergency Services (CARES) team will begin responding to 911 calls effective September 1, 2021.<br />
Modeled...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsalternative-emergency-response-initiative-launches-sept-1gtalternative-emergency-response-initiative-launches-sept-1ltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Aug 2021 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsalternative-emergency-response-initiative-launches-sept-1gtalternative-emergency-response-initiative-launches-sept-1ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alternative Emergency Response Initiative Launches Sept. 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new initiative designed to provide alternative emergency response for individuals who are in crisis is set to launch next week. The Madison Fire Department&rsquo;s Community Alternative Response Emergency Services (CARES) team will begin responding to 911 calls effective September 1, 2021.<br />
Modeled...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alternative-emergency-response-initiative-launches-sept-1/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Aug 2021 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/alternative-emergency-response-initiative-launches-sept-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Olbrich Gardens Expansion Earns Leadership Award for Green Features]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Engineering Division and Olbrich Botanical Gardens are proud to announce an award the City earned for work on Olbrich&rsquo;s recent expansion.<br />
The Olbrich Botanical Gardens&rsquo;, Frautschi Family Learning Center (FFLC), earned the 2021 US Green Building Council&rsquo;s Leadership Award-West...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/olbrich-gardens-expansion-earns-leadership-award-for-green-features/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Aug 2021 01:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/olbrich-gardens-expansion-earns-leadership-award-for-green-features/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/olbrich-gardens-expansion-earns-leadership-award-for-green-features"&gt;Olbrich Gardens Expansion Earns Leadership Award for Green Features &lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Engineering Division and Olbrich Botanical Gardens are proud to announce an award the City earned for work on Olbrich&rsquo;s recent expansion.<br />
The Olbrich Botanical Gardens&rsquo;, Frautschi Family Learning Center (FFLC), earned the 2021 US Green Building Council&rsquo;s Leadership Award-West...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsolbrich-gardens-expansion-earns-leadership-award-for-green-featuresgtolbrich-gardens-expansion-earns-leadership-award-for-green-features-ltagt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Aug 2021 01:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsolbrich-gardens-expansion-earns-leadership-award-for-green-featuresgtolbrich-gardens-expansion-earns-leadership-award-for-green-features-ltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Madison Public Library&rsquo;s &ldquo;Live Well @ Your Library&rdquo; Event Joins Forces with the Black &amp; Latino Unity Picnic and the Latino Chamber of Commerce]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- For the third event in the Live Well @ Your Library series, Madison Public Library is collaborating with two fantastic events in south Madison's Penn Park (2101 Fisher St) on August 29. Live Well @ Your Library is joining the Black &amp; Brown Unity Picnic and the Latino Chamber of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-libraryrsquos-ldquolive-well-your-libraryrdquo-event-joins-forces-with-the-black-amp-latino-unity-picnic-and-the-latino-chamber-of-commerce/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2021 19:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/madison-public-libraryrsquos-ldquolive-well-your-libraryrdquo-event-joins-forces-with-the-black-amp-latino-unity-picnic-and-the-latino-chamber-of-commerce/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/madison-public-librarys-live-well-your-library-event-joins-forces-with-the-black-latino-unity"&gt;Madison Public Library&rsquo;s &ldquo;Live Well @ Your Library&rdquo; Event Joins Forces with the Black &amp; Latino Unity Picnic and the L]]></title><description><![CDATA[MADISON, WI -- For the third event in the Live Well @ Your Library series, Madison Public Library is collaborating with two fantastic events in south Madison's Penn Park (2101 Fisher St) on August 29. Live Well @ Your Library is joining the Black &amp; Brown Unity Picnic and the Latino Chamber of...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-public-librarys-live-well-your-library-event-joins-forces-with-the-black-latino-unitygtmadison-public-libraryrsquos-ldquolive-well-your-libraryrdquo-event-joins-forces-with-the-black-amp-latino-unity-picnic-and-the-latino-chamber-of-co/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2021 19:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmadison-public-librarys-live-well-your-library-event-joins-forces-with-the-black-latino-unitygtmadison-public-libraryrsquos-ldquolive-well-your-libraryrdquo-event-joins-forces-with-the-black-amp-latino-unity-picnic-and-the-latino-chamber-of-co/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More-Detailed Flood Risk Map Now Available]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Engineering Division is sharing a new, interactive map and tool for the community to learn more about flooding impacts, stormwater infrastructure and potential flooding in the City of Madison.<br />
The&nbsp;Watershed Study Flood Risk Map&nbsp;allows a more detailed look at specific locations,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/more-detailed-flood-risk-map-now-available/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2021 16:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/more-detailed-flood-risk-map-now-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/more-detailed-flood-risk-map-now-available"&gt;More-Detailed Flood Risk Map Now Available&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Madison Engineering Division is sharing a new, interactive map and tool for the community to learn more about flooding impacts, stormwater infrastructure and potential flooding in the City of Madison.<br />
The&nbsp;Watershed Study Flood Risk Map&nbsp;allows a more detailed look at specific locations,...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmore-detailed-flood-risk-map-now-availablegtmore-detailed-flood-risk-map-now-availableltagt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2021 16:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewsmore-detailed-flood-risk-map-now-availablegtmore-detailed-flood-risk-map-now-availableltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[&lt;a href="/news/covid-19-testing-in-dane-county-more-options-than-ever"&gt;COVID-19 Testing in Dane County: More Options than Ever&lt;/a&gt;]]></title><description><![CDATA[Testing for COVID-19 remains an important tool to prevent disease spread in the community. Fortunately, in Dane County, there are currently more testing options than ever before.<br />
&ldquo;Dane County has been averaging more than 2,300 tests a day for the past few weeks. While we always want people...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscovid-19-testing-in-dane-county-more-options-than-evergtcovid-19-testing-in-dane-county-more-options-than-everltagt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Aug 2021 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/lta-hrefnewscovid-19-testing-in-dane-county-more-options-than-evergtcovid-19-testing-in-dane-county-more-options-than-everltagt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[COVID-19 Testing in Dane County: More Options than Ever]]></title><description><![CDATA[Testing for COVID-19 remains an important tool to prevent disease spread in the community. Fortunately, in Dane County, there are currently more testing options than ever before.<br />
&ldquo;Dane County has been averaging more than 2,300 tests a day for the past few weeks. While we always want people...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/covid-19-testing-in-dane-county-more-options-than-ever/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Aug 2021 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/madison/covid-19-testing-in-dane-county-more-options-than-ever/</guid></item></channel></rss>