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Brown County to Host Second Public Meeting for SS4A Safety Action Plan

Posted on by Taylor Kennedy

(BROWN COUNTY, Wis.) – Brown County will continue its efforts to develop a county-wide traffic Safety Action Plan by hosting a second public information meeting (PIM), taking place from 4-6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 20 at Allouez Village Hall, located at 1900 Libal St. A virtual option also will be available from 6-7 p.m.

“We’ve received valuable input from residents and stakeholders about the issues affecting them most in their local communities,” Brown County Highway Commissioner Chris Hardy, PE said. “That feedback is invaluable as we work together to make our streets safer for everyone in Brown County.”

Similar to the first PIM, this meeting will follow an open-house format, allowing attendees to drop in at any time between 4-6 p.m. to review data gathered so far and provide additional input. A virtual session from 6-7 p.m. will provide another opportunity for participation. All materials will be posted on the County’s project website following the meeting.

The Safety Action Plan is part of the County’s work under the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) initiative, and it builds upon the 2018 County Highway System Safety Plan to take a data-driven, community-informed approach to improving roadway safety.

More information, including the virtual meeting link, is available at: https://www.browncountywi.gov/departments/highway/general-information/ss4a/

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2025 Forward Festival Reaches All-Time Record in Events

Posted on by Maggie Boettinger

(MADISON, Wis.)—Entrepreneurs, innovators and creative professionals from across Wisconsin will gather for the 16th annual Forward Festival, taking place Aug. 18-22 at venues throughout the greater Madison area. The festival will feature a record-breaking more than 60 events across approximately 25 event spaces, with 70% being new events that showcase the significant expansion and growth of the festival.

“This year’s Forward Festival represents unprecedented growth and diversification,” Laura Strong, festival board member and CEO and founder of the Valency Fund said. “What’s particularly exciting is seeing so many new organizers getting involved – it shows how this event, made by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, continues to evolve.”

The 2025 event introduces expanded programming in wellness for entrepreneurs and creative industries, including Music Industry Night on Monday, Aug. 18 and Cinema Showcase on Wednesday, Aug. 20. These events join the festival’s continued focus on trends, including artificial intelligence, with eight sessions exploring how AI is reshaping business and technology.

The festival continues the mainstay events of the Badger Startup Summit on Aug. 18, now at the Engineering Centers Building, as well as the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce’s Pressure Chamber pitch competition event on Aug. 19, now at The Sylvee.

Similar to last year, participants have three different options for the Forward Pass: a Free Events Forward Pass; the All-Inclusive Forward Pass with Swag, which provides access to all virtual and in-person events, the Forward Fest app and 2025 merchandise; and the All-Inclusive Forward Pass without Swag. Ticket prices will increase for the All-Inclusive Forward Pass without Swag on Aug. 7. Once participants buy a Forward Pass, they can RSVP to events with one click and have events synced to their calendars.

Forward Festival is sponsored by Fine Point Consulting, Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce, MG&E, Neider & Boucher, Swink, WEDC and the Wisconsin Union. Public relations support is provided by Revelation PR, Advertising & Social Media.

For a detailed listing of events happening during the Forward Festival, please visit www.forwardfest.org.

 

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Date, Grand Marshals Announced for 25th Anniversary of Madison’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Posted on by Taylor Kennedy

(MADISON, Wis.)—WKOW 27 news anchors Amber Noggle and Brandon Taylor will serve as the grand marshals of the 25th annual Madison St. Patrick’s Day Parade, scheduled to take place at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, March 16 on the Capitol Square.

“We’re thrilled to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Madison St. Patrick’s Day Parade with the greater Madison community,” Joe Herr, event spokesperson and member of the organizing committee, said. “The parade continues to bring locals together with live music, floats and family-friendly festivities, all while supporting local charities.”

Noggle and Taylor have nearly two decades of combined experience in journalism and have been fixtures of the community.

The celebration will kick off with the Dane County Shamrock Club raising an Irish flag at noon in the Capitol Rotunda. A raffle drawing will take place at LJ’s Sports Tavern & Grill, located at 8 N. Paterson St, shortly after the parade concludes.

Similar to past years, the free event will traverse counterclockwise around the Capitol Square, exiting at E. Washington Avenue. Proceeds will benefit the University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center, the Jim B. Lemon Foundation and Logan’s Heart and Smiles.

For more information about the parade, visit https://www.stpatsmadison.org/.

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