Isthmus' 2026 summer festival calendar: August
Festivals and annual special events bring community to Madison, Dane County and around the state. Source: Isthmus.com
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Watch WRN Daily: Democrats see Wisconsin House seat as winnable
Democrats hope to flip a Wisconsin US House seat. UW La Crosse political scientist Anthony Chergosky notes the 3rd District seat currently held by Republican congressman Derrick Van Orden is competitive. “Competitive U.S. House elections are something of a rarity in the state of Wisconsin” Chergoski said. “We’re so used to competitive statewide elections that […] Source: WRN.com
Read moreWatch WRN Daily: UW Political Scientist sees Hong as clear leader in Dem governor primary
A political scientist says the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor has a clear leader. UW’s Barry Burden says state Representative Francesca Hong remains the Democratic front runner for Wisconsin governor with former Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes out of the race. “I think his departure probably doesn’t dislodge her from that front runner position. Some of […] Source: WRN.com
Read moreWhat to do in Madison this week: Aug. 3-6, 2026
Picks this week include shows celebrating new releases by Laminal Animil and Sapsucker; Jazz at Five returns to the Capitol Square. Source: Isthmus.com
Read moreSt. Vinny’s reopens as encampment tests patience
St. Vinny’s thrift store on Williamson Street reopened 10 days after shutting down when Corey Ruiz was fatally shot by a Madison police officer at the nearby intersection of South Baldwin Street. Source: Isthmus.com
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