Mix Up Your Summer Style With Monochrome, Florescent Hues and Bold Patterns
Reimagine yourself this summer with looks that will never go out of style, from earthy monochromes to electric color pairings to edgy patterns — that can work into fall.
Solidarity in the City
We talked to five Madisonians about their take on this momentous time, and how we can move forward — with solidarity — as a city, and a nation.
Kelly Boone: Family First
Kelly and Will Boone live in Madison and are raising their son, Treyson, during a time when parents still have to have tough conversations…
Alex Nieves Reyes: Being the Force for Change
Alex Nieves Reyes has been a police officer with the Madison Police Department for 12 years.
Lilada Gee: The Defender of Black Girls
Artist and community activist Lilada Gee’s work is vast, but it centers around one mission: defending Black girlhood, and she’s doing it with her organization and recent podcast, Defending Black Girlhood.
Alex Lindenmeyer: Businesses Must Take a Stand
When the Black Lives Matter movement came to State Street, where Short Stack faces, Alex Lindenmeyer and her employees were quick to jump into the streets alongside them and support Black-centered organizations.
Brandi Grayson: Educating for Empowerment
Brandi Grayson has been a tireless advocate for Black people in the Madison community by first working with Young Gifted and Black and then launching Urban Triage, Inc.
Shalicia Johnson: Through the Lens
Recently, Shalicia Johnson was out in Madison photographing racially spurred protests, shown in our July/August issue. She shared with us what her experience has been like as a Black person in Wisconsin.
How COVID-19 Affected My Job: “I’m Just Grieving My Entire Industry.”
Theatrical vocal coach Clare Haden talks about losing her work, mourning her industry and pushing for fundamental change in racial equity in the arts.
How to Plan a Perfect Staycation in Madison
From Friday afternoon to Sunday evening, here’s how to spend the perfect lakeside weekend in Madison.
Everyday Eclecticism at Iconi Interiors
In 2008 Coni Marotz opened Iconi Interiors on West Washington Avenue, showcasing new, vintage and reupholstered furnishings she and her husband redid themselves.
Try These Seven Kid-Friendly Hikes in Wisconsin
Science has spoken: A walk in nature is good for kids and adults alike. Check out these seven Wisconsin hiking destinations the whole crew can tag along on.
Keeping Your Pup Cool in the Dog Days of Summer
Special attention needs to be paid to our pups to keep them safe in soaring temperatures. Here are some surefire ways to care for your dog in hot weather.
Madison Metropolitan Schools Will be All Virtual Come Fall
In September, students will return to school virtually, with some in-person learning for students with disabilities. Resuming sports and extracurriculars is still unknown.
Beat the Heat With These Five Madison Ice Cream Brands
Celebrate National Ice Cream Day on July 19 with these five great Madison-based ice cream brands. Get your scoop on with these picks.
#PlasticFreeJuly? Yep, It’s a Thing.
The goal of Plastic Free July is to cut out single-use plastic in your household and replace it with a more sustainable option.
Nine Madison Lakefront Restaurants to Dine at Now
The promise of waterfront dining on balmy days is what we live for in Wisconsin. Here are a few beloved restaurants with al fresco dining, complete with beautiful lake views.
