How to Plan a Perfect Staycation in Madison
byFrom Friday afternoon to Sunday evening, here’s how to spend the perfect lakeside weekend in Madison.
ENGAGING COMMUNITY
Gofundme Fundraiser for Downtown Madison Businesses Reaches over $134K
byAfter this weekend’s events downtown, a Gofundme fundraiser was set up to assist with relief efforts for downtown Madison businesses that suffered damage during Saturday and Sunday night’s riots. According to local reports, 75 downtown businesses experienced some form of damage over the weekend.
Madison Farmers’ Markets Adapt to COVID-19 Restrictions
byThe mother of all markets in Wisconsin is the year-round Dane County Farmers’ Market, the largest producer-only market in the nation.
Keeping it Green With Elizabeth Koehler
byElizabeth Koehler takes the helm at The Nature Conservancy, where she works to protect more of our state’s natural areas for future generations.
The State of Downtown Madison
byWe talked to Tiffany Kenney, the executive director of the Madison Central BID, for a real-time update of what she’s seeing for the future of downtown.
Could Wisconsin Get Paid Family Leave?
byThe Paid Family Medical Leave legislation would allow employees to contribute a percentage of their paychecks to an account run by the state’s Department of Workforce Development.
Help Neighbors in Need With Second Harvest
bySecond Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin is the largest food bank in the southwestern part of the state, filling nearly one million food requests every year.
10+ Ways to Give Back this Holiday Season
byTo ease the holiday burden, organizations big and small in the Madison area are working to put more smiles on families’ faces this holiday.
Sarah Godlewski Paves the Way for Parenthood in Office
bySarah Godlewski, Wisconsin State Treasurer, leads the way for others who become parents while holding office.
When Women Can’t Afford Menstrual Supplies – and How to Help
byThe local chapter of the international Zonta Club is working to end menstrual inequality and provide free feminine hygiene products.