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Our readers turn back time to 1999
We asked, you answered. Here’s what our readers were up to during 1999 in Madison.
June 19, 2024 03:18 PM
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Ally Geiger
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Celebrating National Dairy Month in Madison with Alice in Dairyland
Alice in Dairyland Ashley Hagenow is busy this time of year in the 608.
June 6, 2024
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Jonathan Shipley
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For 608 Day, our readers tell us their favorite things about the 608
We’re getting into the 608 Day spirit with the help of our readers.
June 5, 2024
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Ally Geiger
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Madisonians, have you ever played kubb?
An obscure game is making headway in Wisconsin.
May 9, 2024
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Jonathan Shipley
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Table Wine’s Molly Moran pairs her favorite wines with staple Madison summer events and food
Whether you’re new to the wonderful world of wine or know exactly what you like, check out Table Wine.
April 29, 2024
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Ally Geiger
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Here’s who our readers are following online (besides us)
Who are the influencers of the 608?
April 8, 2024
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Ally Geiger
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Madison Softball is going to be a hit
The new Northwoods League Softball summer collegiate league is coming to Madison.
April 3, 2024
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Jonathan Shipley
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Locals let us know the best places to go people-watching in Madison
Calling all nosy folks. We asked locals where they go for prime people-watching in Madison, is your favorite spot on the list?
February 14, 2024
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Ally Geiger
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Madison, we’re feeling the love
We asked you to share your local love story. You shared plenty.
February 13, 2024
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Jonathan Shipley
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Madisonians can listen in to a meeting between Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X
“The Meeting” is a play coming soon to Madison College.
February 5, 2024
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Jonathan Shipley
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Madison locals give advice to newcomers
What advice would you give to someone who is new to Madison? Here’s what our Instagram followers say.
February 1, 2024
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Ally Geiger
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