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ATV and UTV law changes take effect June 1

ATV and UTV law changes take effect June 1

  • Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)

The Wisconsin DNR is notifying ATV and UTV riders about new safety and towing laws effective June 1 and directing them to the 2026 regulations for details.

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Find your next outdoor adventure in Wisconsin during Free Fun Weekend

Find your next outdoor adventure in Wisconsin during Free Fun Weekend

  • Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)

Explore Wisconsin’s Free Fun Weekend June 6-7, 2026, with free state park admission, fishing without a license, open trails and safety tips for outdoor activities.

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Assessing dates and deadlines for property taxes

Assessing dates and deadlines for property taxes

  • City of Sun Prairie

Review important assessment and property tax deadlines, including key dates for exemption requests, notices, Open Book, objections and Board of Review meetings.

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Sun Prairie property assessing and 2026 revaluation

Sun Prairie property assessing and 2026 revaluation

  • City of Sun Prairie

Sun Prairie assesses residential, commercial and personal property under Wisconsin law. All properties will be revalued to market value for 2026 as of Jan. 1.

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Planning and community development in Middleton

Planning and community development in Middleton

  • City of Middleton

The City of Middleton Planning Department updates the comprehensive plan, manages development reviews and supports key city boards and committees.

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Start or stop City of Middleton utility services

Start or stop City of Middleton utility services

  • City of Middleton

Learn how City of Middleton customers can start, transfer, cancel, or update billing addresses for utility services, including forms for owners and tenants.

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Dr. Damira Grady-Saffold honored as top community college leader

Dr. Damira Grady-Saffold honored as top community college leader

  • Madison Area Technical College

Dr. Damira Grady-Saffold is recognized by the Aspen Rising Presidents Fellowship for equity-focused leadership that advances student success at Madison College.

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DNR highlights Wisconsin trails for National Trails Day

DNR highlights Wisconsin trails for National Trails Day

    The Wisconsin DNR marks National Trails Day with new trail ribbon cuttings, encourages visits to state trails and highlights the role of state trail passes.

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    Athletic director search enters next application phase

    Athletic director search enters next application phase

      UW–Madison’s search for a new athletic director moves forward as listening sessions conclude, applications open through June 10 and stakeholder feedback remains accepted.

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      Stormwater protection and local resources

      Stormwater protection and local resources

        Sun Prairie explains how stormwater runoff affects local waters, outlines its municipal permit and management program, and highlights community impacts and protections.

        DNR awards Ready for Reuse grant to Cuba City

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        Wisconsin DNR awarded a Ready for Reuse grant to Cuba City to clean up petroleum-contaminated soil at a former assisted living site and support redevelopment.

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        Employee insurance benefits and enrollment information

        Employee insurance benefits and enrollment information

          Access employee health, dental, vision, life, FSA, HRA, disability, and voluntary benefits information and contact Human Resources with questions on eligibility or enrollment.

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          Middleton property taxes and 2025 payment options

          Middleton property taxes and 2025 payment options

            Middleton property tax bill details, 2025 mill rates, and payment options by mail, drop box, or XPress Bill Pay, including key deadlines and fee information.

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            Community participation in sustainability

            Community participation in sustainability

              Sustainability depends on community responsibility, equity, and actions that build resilience and contribute to broader systemic change beyond individual footprints.

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              Stormwater utility credits in Sun Prairie

              Stormwater utility credits in Sun Prairie

              • City of Sun Prairie

              Sun Prairie offers stormwater utility credits for eligible properties with qualifying on-site stormwater facilities. Application requires a $150 fee and city review.

              Datcp issues alert for Starzer Meats mushroom and Swiss brats

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              • Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection

              Wisconsin DATCP issued a public health alert for Starzer Meats raw Mushroom and Swiss Bratwursts containing undeclared soy and advises consumers not to eat them.

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              DNR seeks public input on Great Lakes beach list

              DNR seeks public input on Great Lakes beach list

              • Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)

              Wisconsin DNR is seeking public input on updates to its Great Lakes beach list, which guides federally funded water quality monitoring and health advisories.

              DNR awards brownfield grant to Barron County

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              • Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)

              Wisconsin DNR awards a Brownfield Grant to Barron County to assess contamination at a vacant Rice Lake lakefront property and support future redevelopment.

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              Review ATV and UTV safety rules before holiday rides

              Review ATV and UTV safety rules before holiday rides

              • Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)

              Wisconsin DNR urges ATV and UTV riders to wear helmets, seatbelts and follow trail rules, highlighting 2024 fatalities and new regulations effective June 1.

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              UW–Madison names 2026 year of AI readiness

              UW–Madison names 2026 year of AI readiness

              • University of Wisconsin-Madison

              UW–Madison has declared 2026 the Year of AI Readiness and Competency, launching a campuswide framework to promote ethical, people-centered use of AI.

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              Minneapolis-bound flight from Chicago diverted to Dane County airport

              Minneapolis-bound flight from Chicago diverted to Dane County airport

              State Street nightclub’s future hangs in the balance amid noise complaints

              State Street nightclub’s future hangs in the balance amid noise complaints

              The 'butter fire' was the biggest blaze ever faced by Madison Fire

              The 'butter fire' was the biggest blaze ever faced by Madison Fire

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              $85.2 million gift will transform UW–Madison’s Science Hall

              $85.2 million gift will transform UW–Madison’s Science Hall

              • University of Wisconsin-Madison

              John and Tashia Morgridge’s $85.2 million lead gift will help renovate UW–Madison’s historic Science Hall, modernizing labs and spaces while preserving its exterior.

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              DNR accepting artwork for 2027 Wisconsin bird stamp contests

              DNR accepting artwork for 2027 Wisconsin bird stamp contests

              • Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)

              Wisconsin DNR is accepting Wild Turkey, Pheasant and Waterfowl stamp artwork for the 2027 stamps, with entries due Aug. 1, 2026, and judging Aug. 22, 2026.

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              Drive safe, tow safe, boat safe in Wisconsin

              Drive safe, tow safe, boat safe in Wisconsin

              • Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)

              Wisconsin DNR and WisDOT urge safe driving, towing and boating for Memorial Day and summer, stressing sober operation, life jackets and shared-water courtesy.

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              Plan ahead for Wisconsin state parks this Memorial Day

              Plan ahead for Wisconsin state parks this Memorial Day

              • Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)

              The Wisconsin DNR urges visitors to plan ahead for Memorial Day weekend at state parks, with reservations, passes and "Know Before You Go" guidelines.

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              Verona Cemetery plots, rules and regulations

              Verona Cemetery plots, rules and regulations

              • City of Verona

              Verona Cemetery, managed by the City of Verona, offers plots to residents and nonresidents and outlines specific monument, burial and decoration regulations.

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              Middleton Police youth academy registration now open

              Middleton Police youth academy registration now open

              • City of Middleton

              Middleton Police Youth Academy runs July 13-17, 2026, for local middle school and incoming ninth-grade students, with free registration limited to 20 spots.

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