Small Business

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Food

Restaurant Roundup: New and coming-soon restaurants in Madison

Dining in Madison is always a fresh experience, with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.

July 21, 2025 11:07 AM

Staff

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Small Business

Celebrate your favorite Madison businesses for Small Business Week

Tell us which Mad City small businesses you love, from restaurants to retail to home services and beyond.

April 26, 2024

Ally Geiger

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City

Made in Madison: 15 things created in the 608

From brands to bands, Madison’s business scene is truly inspired.

April 15, 2024

Jonathan Shipley

City

When and where to find street vendors in Madison

Enjoy the outdoors while shopping locally this summer by keeping tabs on Madison’s street vendors.

April 10, 2024

Ally Geiger

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Events

Saturday on the Square returns to Madison

The Dane County Farmers’ Market is returning to the Capitol Square this weekend for another highly-anticipated season of Saturday on the Square.

April 10, 2024

Ally Geiger

Voices

Here’s who our readers are following online (besides us)

Who are the influencers of the 608?

April 8, 2024

Ally Geiger

City

Coming soon to Madison: what not to miss in 2024

As Madison continues to grow, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming developments and some recently-opened restaurants.

February 26, 2024

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Work

The top industries and employers in Wisconsin’s Madison region

The economic landscape of Madison, who’s hiring, and who’s most likely to expand investments into our community.

February 6, 2024

Staff

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Retail

The best Valentine’s Day gifts for 2024

Shop Valentine’s Day chocolates, couple’s games, cookware, candles, and fuzzy socks to spread the love.

January 24, 2024

Vagney Hampshire

Play

Volunteer opportunities in Madison

This list of volunteer opportunities in Madison includes everything from barn chores to classroom assistance.

January 17, 2024

Ally Geiger

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Small Business

Madison is tome, err, home to plenty of good bookstores

Independent bookstores are thriving in our city, both new and used.

November 29, 2023

Jonathan Shipley

The Buy

The Buy

Upgrade to this iPhone 15 Pro Max before your software slows down

August 21, 2025
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Ditch those vague forecasts — get real-time radar with serious storm-tracking power

August 18, 2025
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The Buy

Kids don’t need another toy—they need a Roth IRA

August 18, 2025
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What to buy for parents: Your 2025 gift guide for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day

Including Oprah’s favorite eye mask and a No. 1 best-selling beard trimmer.

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