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For the first time in its nearly 80-year history, Portage Municipal Airport accepts federal funding
The Portage Municipal Airport is set to receive $300,000 biennially over the next several years from the U.S. Bureau of Aeronautics. The decision comes just one year after the region’s common council discussed whether to close the airport.
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Enbridge, state regulators face scrutiny over Jefferson County oil spill
State regulators say nearby wells and waterways have so far not been impacted by around 70,000 gallons of oil that spilled from Enbridge’s system in Jefferson County as the company and regulators face scrutiny over their response.
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‘No wrong way to move through this’: Sandy Hook Promise co-founder on dealing with school violence aftermath
The father of a child killed in the Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting offers insight into moving forward and efforts to prevent this from happening again.
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Names released of teacher, 14-year-old killed at Madison school
The people shot and killed at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison on Monday were a 42-year-old who worked as a teacher and a 14-year-old girl, who loved music and adored her pets.
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Investigators recovered 2 handguns from Madison school shooting, but say only 1 was used in killings
In an interview with Wisconsin Public Radio, Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes says much of the investigation going forward involves tracking the shooter’s digital presence.
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Mauston school leaders hope third referendum attempt will prevent district cuts, closure
The School District of Mauston will put a referendum on the Feb. 18 ballot asking voters to allow the district to exceed the state-imposed revenue limit by $1.75 million annually for the next four years.Â
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Mourners gather in vigil across Madison after deadly school shooting
Two events were held in Madison on Tuesday evening following a shooting at Abundant Life Christian School on Monday. A vigil took place at the state Capitol and a prayer service was held at City Church.
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Madison alder Myadze charged with 8 felonies
Madison alder Charles Myadze was charged with eight felonies Monday related to ongoing allegations of abuse.
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Madison Alder Myadze booked into Dane County jail
Dane County jail records show Charles Myadze was booked at the jail Thursday afternoon. The recommended charges include battery with substantial bodily harm, false imprisonment, four counts of strangulation and three burglary charges.
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Sauk County initiative fills local need as county leadership programs dwindle
Nearly 500 people have graduated from the Sauk County Institute of Leadership since it started in 1997.
