Bird Collision Corp + West Student Memorial + Mask Mandate Update

Madison WI

04 October, 2021

8:33 PM

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Get on up, Madison! Let's get you started this Tuesday with everything you need to know going on in Madison today. Song of the Day: "Golden Years" by David Bowie First, today's weather: Clouds giving way to some sun. High: 71 Low: 58. Here are the top stories today in Madison: The Bird Collision Corps is a group of roughly 70 "citizen scientists" who monitor the affects of Madison buildings and other urban structures on wildlife. This includes tracking and photographing birds who hit glass windows and die. The Corps advocates for precautionary measures such as stickers or marks on large windows. (Wisconsin State Journal) Madison West High School senior, Simon Bilessi, was one of three students who died in a car crash on Saturday. Bilessi is remembered as an excellent student, friend and volunteer—working with One City elementary students at biking and soccer. (The Cap Times) Public Health Madison and Dane County have extended its face mask mandate to Nov. 5. Dane County remains in "high level of community transmission," according to the CDC. (Press Release Desk) Pumpkin beers! Here are five of these tasty and polarizing beverages to check out for some Wisconsin Fall Fun. (Isthmus) Today's Madison Daily is brought to you by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Whether you want to lower your interest rate or consolidate debt, now is a great time to consider refinancing. 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: Open Mic—The Bur Oak (6 PM)South Madison Farmers Market—Labor Temple (2 PM)Wisconsin Innovations Awards—Memorial Union Terrace (5:30 PM)Medicare 101—Physicians Mutual (6 PM)Group Run—Movin' Shoes (5: 45 PM)Black Currant Tasting—Cadre Restaurant (4 PM) Madison Patch Notebook This week the Museum of Wisconsin Art: named Maggie Jo Sanderson it's Featured Artist in honor of MOWA's 60th Anniversary. "Sanderson creates high quality, sustainable, handmade goods." (Instagram) The Wisconsin Wetlands Association shared a WPR link featuring Grad student Angela Waupochick who spoke about "about her work on forested wetlands in tribal lands, and how her research aims to help local managers take care of these resources." (Facebook) Shelter From The Storm is hosting an event on Saturday, Oct. 9 from 2 to 8 p.m. which will include lawn games, shelter dogs and more."Looking for some family fun next weekend? We have what you're looking for! Bark, Scoot, & Boogie is an event for all ages (and your dog, too!)" (Facebook) City of Madison, Wisconsin Government shared on story from Mayor Satya in the Wisconsin State Journal. Rhodes-Conway wrote,"Madison needs rapid transit. Our health and our environment are harmed when there are too many cars and too much congestion." (Facebook) Majestic Madison announced it is brining back Latin Music Fest. "Check out that lineup! Tickets on sale now at majesticmadison.com." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Franciscan Sisters Discernment of Spirits Retreat for single Catholic Women 20-35 (October 8) Fall Kick off Craft and Vendor Show (October 9) Add your event Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with your next update. If you're feeling 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? I'm all ears. You can email me at [email protected].