Cow Pics + Gun Laws+ Nirvana Around Madison

Madison WI

24 September, 2021

7:17 PM

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Rise and shine, Madison! And, happy Saturday! Who is watching the Wisconsin vs. Notre Dame game this afternoon? The Badgers are playing the Fighting Irish at Soldier Field. While I am not personally a huge football fan, my college friends and I are using this game as the perfect excuse to get together for the weekend. I hope you are able to spend some time with friends and family, as well. Song of the Day: "Build Me Up Buttercup" by The Foundations (c'mon it's game day) Now, here's everything you need to know to get this Saturday started off right. Here are the most important things going on today in town. Are you a local business owner or marketer in Madison? Our premium local sponsorships will keep you at the top of inboxes around town every morning. Contact us here for the lowdown. First, today's weather: Partly cloudy throughout the day. High: 66 Low: 45. Here are the top stories today in Madison: A very Wisconsin affair! Check out these photos from the World Dairy Expo which was held at the Alliant Energy Center on Friday. (Wisconsin State Journal)Due to concerns about the structural soundness of the building, Paisan's Italian Restaurant was closed on Sept. 10. Now, the restaurant is still closed and the owner is waiting for answers. (Channel3000.com - WISC-TV3)Wisconsin Democrats are looking to expand on gun restrictions, specifically through the red-flag law. Under this law "family members or police could ask a judge to temporarily remove firearms from a person considered to be a danger to themselves or others." The second bill introduced—also under the leadership of Attorney General Josh Kaul—would expand background checks. (Cap Times) Next time you are out near the lakes on a windy day, see if you can spot kiteboarders out on the water. I have never tried this sport, (and I likely will not) but I sure could take an extra moment to notice and admire it. (Tone)Did you know the acclaimed Nirvana album, "Nevermind," was recorded in Madison? Take a dive into the grunge band's history in our city. (Madison Magazine) Today in Madison: Finding Genealogical Collections: Everywhere and Anywhere—Wisconsin Historical Society (9:00 AM) Book Sale — Monroe Street Branch Library (9:00 AM) Whitewater Kayak/Canoe—Pike and Red R. (9:00 AM) Serendipity Saturdays — Hawthorne Branch Library (10:00 AM) Celebrating the Survival and Success of Small Business Through COVID-19—Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce (4:30 PM) Storytime in the Park / Cuenta cuentos en el parque—Badger Park (6:00 PM) Madison Patch Notebook Madison Audubon: "Congratulations to our friends at the BIPOC Birding Club of WI on launching their new website!" (Facebook) Downtown Madison: "It's a beautiful fall day. Join us downtown for Family Movie Night; Art Fair on the Square or some of the finest dining and shopping options available." (Facebook) Madison Schools (Wisconsin): "James Madison Memorial High School renaming update! Public hearing scheduled for Sept. 29 at 5 p.m. " (Instagram) Arts Wisconsin: "Arts Wisconsin, in partnership with the League of Wisconsin Municipalities, is pleased to announce the annual Wisconsin Creative Champions Awards (formerly Arts in the Community Awards)." (Facebook) Madison Museum of Contemporary Art: "Dozens of professional artists travel from as far as California, Florida, Nevada, and elsewhere to exhibit at Art Fair on the Square!" (Facebook) The Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts and Letters: "Fascinating and easy-to-read storymap about the origins of the Dickeyville Grotto, shared by our friends at the Kohler Foundation, Inc." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: 70th Fall Wisconsin Antiques Dealers Association Show and Sale (October 1) Add your event You're officially in the loop for today. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with your next update! If you're liking these newsletters, consider bringing some of your friends and neighbors on board. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Molly Carmichael About me: Hey there! I'm a recent UW-Madison graduate and a fan of all things local. Send me your Madison newsletter articles, events or ideas. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Madison Daily? Reach out anytime to [email protected].