Nurses’ Historic Win, Pride Flag Controversy, and Ahan Plans Overflow Bar
Happy Friday! The end of the work week means it’s time for the Friday news roundup.
Striking Meriter nurses return to work after ratifying a new two-year contract. And controversy grows over the Wisconsin Historical Society’s decision to break tradition and not fly the pride flag. Host Bianca Martin is joined by Madison Minutes newsletter editor Rob Thomas to discuss it all. Plus, if you’ve ever waited for a table at Ahan, you’ll be excited about a new bar coming to Willy Street!
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Mentioned on the show:
Meriter nurses ratify historic contract after 5-day strike [WKOW]
Wisconsin Historical Society won’t raise pride flag, after years of flying it [WPR]
Wisconsin Historical Society employees respond to decision not to raise Pride flag [Ch. 3000]
Ahan co-owners to open new bar on Williamson Street [Madison Magazine]
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