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Urban Almanac

When Is It Safe to Swim in Madison’s Lakes?
Summer is here and it's time to take a swim! But there are a few things to keep in mind before diving into one of Madison's lakes.

How To Keep Madison’s Wild Baby Bunnies Safe
The Dane County Humane Society’s Wildlife Center is receiving a lot of calls about Eastern Cottontail rabbits as people are finding more...

How To Take Care of Indoor Plants This Spring
Are you wondering how to take care of your indoor plants this Spring? Or thinking of getting some new ones? We dive into plant ideas and...
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How a New Tool Helps Reunite Pets With Their Owners
A new Madison Police Department microchip scanner will help pet owners reunite with their lost dogs and cats.

Take a Break From the Rake!
Fall is here! Soon, you’ll be serenaded by the sound of your neighbor’s leaf blower, and wonder if it’s time to get out your own, or a ra...

Why the Cows Come Home To the World Dairy Expo
The cows come home to Madison next week as the World Dairy Expo returns to the Alliant Energy Center Oct. 1 to Oct. 4. You might have hea...

Hang Out At Madison’s New Lakefront Porch Park
A lot of people passed by the Madison Water Utility reservoir at 201 S. Hancock St. and just saw concrete. But others saw an opportunity...

A Sheep Way To Help Solar Projects
It’s a farm friendship as unlikely and fruitful as Charlotte the spider and Wilbur the pig – sheep and solar panels. Solar array projects...

Q&A With the Queen of Microgreens
At 18, Jessica Ricci is changing the world of microgreens in Madison. This young entrepreneur has turned her passion for growing into her...

How to Compost in Madison
Here is your ultimate guide to composting in Madison, from what you can and can't compost, to where you can drop it off for free.
