Curdburgers+Emission Goals+Indigenous Chefs Embracing Traditions

Madison WI

29 September, 2021

9:23 PM

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Happy Thursday, neighbors! Now I am lactose intolerant but like any good Wisconsin transplant, I am in full denial of this condition. You can catch me eating handfuls of shredded cheese throughout the day and replacing meals with haphazardly-made, DIY charcuterie boards. Keeping in this spirit, I will be trying the new Culver's Curdburger which is making its debut in mid-October. The burger—a fried cheese curd between a bun—was originally an April Fool's joke now turned into a real menu item. I will be sure to provide you all with a review once I get my paws on it. Song of the Day: "The Roundabout" by Ryley Walker (who will be at the Terrace on Oct. 8) First, today's weather: Mostly cloudy throughout the day. High: 81 Low: 55. Here are the top stories today in Madison: This comprehensive look at Madison's food industry evaluates the restaurant industry's issues with finding staff, staying open and filling tables. "After 18 months of closures and pivots, food service establishments are reeling from pandemic burnout. The effects are visible everywhere,"Lindsay Christians writes. Former restaurant employees left the industry after struggling with the lack of safety net, constant turnover and other challenges. (The Cap Times)Dane County is looking to move toward a net-zero carbon emissions by next decade. As part of Dane County Executive Joe Parisi's budget, about $10 million will go toward clean fuel infrastructure such as compressed natural gas (CNG) trailers made from trash and renewable natural gas. (WKOW)A man accused of killing his roommate on Monday has been released from Dane County Jail. Dane County district attorney Ismael Ozanne said in a release that part of Wisconsin's self-defense doctrine most likely applies to this case. (Channel3000.com) Indigenous chefs such as Elena Terry and Sean Sherman are embracing old traditions and staple ingredients such as corn, beans and squash—known as the three sisters. "Innovations are a testament to the skill and resilience of Indigenous communities, which date back centuries," the author Lyndsay Green writes. (Madison Magazine)The University of Wisconsin-Madison's new freshmen class shows an upward trend in diversity. About a quarter of the class is students of color—the highest percent yet. (Daily Cardinal) Today's Madison Daily is brought to you by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in Madison: Mark Normand—Comedy on State (7:30 PM)Music on the Lake: Bob Ohly—The East Side Club (5:30 PM)World Dairy Expo—Alliant Energy Center (All Day)Jazz Jam—Zuzu Cafe (6 PM)Oak-tober Fest—The Bur (4 PM)FlowPoetry and Elements—Lisa Link Peace Park (5 PM) Madison Patch Notebook Discover Wisconsin: "October is right around the corner so let's kick it off with a deep-dive on how Wisconsinites can be energy efficient in their own homes for National Energy Awareness Month!" (Instagram) University of Wisconsin-Madison: "As the Hamel Music Center reopens its doors, students and faculty at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Mead Witter School of Music share their excitement, along with what they have missed most about live music." (Facebook) Madison Museum of Contemporary Art: "We want to give a huge round of applause to everyone who volunteered, visited, sponsored, or otherwise supported MMoCA's Art Fair on the Square over the weekend." (Facebook) Madison Audubon: "Madison Audubon has a new staff member on our education team! Meet Alexus Kapkeo, a recent UW—Madison grad from Milwaukee who is passionate about the environment:" (Facebook) Wisconsin Wetlands Association: "Join us this Friday for another Wetland Coffee Break! Peter David, one of Wisconsin's experts on wild rice, will provide a brief overview of its ecology, touch on its cultural and ecological significance, and provide an introduction to the challenges it is facing on a changing landscape." (Facebook) Wisconsin Veterans Museum: "Welcome home to Keefe R. Connolly, U.S. Navy Hospital Apprentice 1st Class. Connolly was killed aboard the USS Oklahoma during the attack on Pearl Harbor. 80 years after his passing, Connolly was finally identified." (Instagram) 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 all caught up for today! See you tomorrow morning for another update. If you're liking these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. 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? You can email me at [email protected].