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The Bus Stops Here: For a Participatory Democracy

by Madison Area Bu... | 01/10/2018 - 9:19am

The new Department of Motor Vehicle Customer Service Center at 8417 Excelsior Drive (Photo Courtesy of MABA)

One of the many examples of the disconnect between public transportation and land use in Madison that has been disenfranchising transit-dependent people for years is the impending relocation of the state’s Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Service Centers on the west side. The new location will make it more accessible to car travel but less accessible to bus travel.

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75 Things to Do Over Winter Break in Madison

by Lauren Faust | 12/22/2017 - 1:51pm

The holiday season is here, and with it comes the hustle, bustle and in-laws. Here are some ways to enjoy the holidays with or without family and friends.

From volunteering at a community organization, to catching a show or bundling-up to play outside, we’ve compiled a few ideas on how to make the most of the holiday season in Madison.

Volunteer Opportunities

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Simpson Street Free Press celebrates its 25th anniversary with growth and innovation

by Lauren Thill | 12/12/2017 - 10:29am

SSFP Reporters Sammy Garduno (left) and Mariama Bah (right) working on stories about Madison communities (Photo Courtesy of SSFP)

Long-celebrated local out-of-school program Simpson Street Free Press is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2018 with several programs that connect students with the greater Wisconsin community.

Tags: The Grid, City Life, Education, City, Youth

Media Digest November 7th 2017

by Megan Duncan | 11/07/2017 - 12:43pm

Top Story

More than 400 people attended Madison’s first game development conference, and the group hopes to grow larger in the next year.

Education

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Madison Residents Advocate for Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety in Atwood Avenue Reconstruction

by Aaron Hathaway | 10/16/2017 - 10:51am

Looking West along Atwood Ave. toward Olbrich Botanical Gardens with Starkweather Creek in the foreground (Aaron Hathaway/Madison Commons)

A planned reconstruction project for Madison's Atwood Avenue has sparked conversation among East Side residents, who see the initiative as an opportunity to improve safety conditions for pedestrians and cyclists.

Tags: The Grid, Transportation, City Life, Parks & Recreation, Safety, Services

The Bus Stops Here: Reconstruction Blues

by Madison Area Bu... | 09/19/2017 - 9:32am

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The Public Weighs in on Proposal to Reduce Bus Stops on Monroe St.

by Christopher Lueneburg | 07/21/2017 - 9:50am

A public hearing on the proposed bus stop changes on Monroe Street was held last Wednesday evening in front of the Transit and Parking Commission, giving community members an opportunity to voice their opinions.

The hearing was called to gauge public concern about Metro’s proposal to consolidate and shift the bus stops along Monroe Street, resulting in a reduction of 6 stops along the corridor.

Tags: The Grid, Transportation, Development, Local Business, Services

Low-Income Housing in Madison

by Charlene Monay Robinson | 07/06/2017 - 4:01pm

“I moved out of Chicago to come here to have a better life,” Nikki Johnson said as she watched her daughter color her favorite cartoon character.

Johnson lives in a low-income apartment building with her two-year old daughter.

Johnson was in need of affordable housing quickly after her hours were cut at her job. She was trying to pay her $800 a month rent payment each month.

Tags: The Grid, Housing

Madison Media Digest

by Gretchen Christensen | 06/27/2017 - 9:20am

Our weekly roundup of headlines around Madison

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Madison Community Foundation launches 75th anniversary gift for June

by Jack Kelly | 06/26/2017 - 10:47am

The Madison Community Foundation announced Tuesday their second of 12 major grants totaling roughly $1 million, this time turning their attention to Madison’s lakeside parks and beach conditions.

Back to the Beach, as the second initiative will be known, involves a partnership between MCF and Clean Lakes Alliance, according to an MCF statement. With the program the two organizations are looking to “reimagine Madison-area beaches.”

Tags: The Grid, Environment

City of Madison suggests new changes to MPD procedures

by Emelia Rohl | 06/07/2017 - 3:41pm

In the past few years Madison Police Department has faced criticism in light of the fatal police shootings of Paul Heenan, Tony Robinson and Tags: The Grid, City Life

Madison Community Foundation launches $1 million initiative to celebrate 75th anniversary

by Jack Kelly | 05/30/2017 - 1:30pm

MCF announced the first of 12 major grants at their annual dinner

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