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The Madison school board is looking to increase property taxes by 8.5% for the upcoming school year. City Cast Madison Host Bianca Martin chats with Scott Resnick, a local entrepreneur and former Madison City Council member, about the roughly $700 million MMSD budget, what it will pay for, and how it will impact tax payers. Then, we preview the line up for Concerts on the Square which starts this Wednesday. Finally, a “Good On You” for Midvale Heights t-ball commissioner Michael Pressman who was recently honored after 30 years of organizing the local league.

A crowd gathered at the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District headquarters for a meeting about what company should run MMSD's two wastewater treatment facilities in 2028.

The commission that oversees the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District has authorized an audit of MMSD and Veolia, the company that manages the region's wastewater treatment plants.

Here's your local news for Tuesday, June 2, 2026:We detail the latest debate over MMSD's cell phone policy,Find out why a student-led animal advocacy group has accused UW-Madison of quashing free speech to protect its bottom line,Explain how a massive food safety recall in April could impact consumer pocketbooks,Take a closer look at a local culinary publication,Celebrate one of nature's tiniest travelers,And much more.

This week, the Madison Metro School District school board approved a 12-week paid parental leave policy for all district staff. Meanwhile, the interim independent police monitor found that Madison police officers violated department policy when arresting Madison School Board member Maia Pearson in December. Plus, Dane County will donate 165 acres of land to the Ho-Chunk Nation. Host Bianca Martin and producer Jade Iseri-Ramos break down these stories, and in the Neighbors-only segment we talk about American Players Theatre's latest national recognition!

The Madison Metropolitan School District adopts a voluntary dues deduction policy for employee association groups, Madison Hilton workers of Unite Here Local 1 Members want a first contract, IBEW Local 159 is celebrating its 125th anniversary, Labor Radio gets some voices of the COPE Bean Feed 2026, NABET-CWA members at Milwaukee's WIDI TV Fox News outlet have been without a first contract for years and Labor Radio speaks to a member, striking Long Island Railroad Workers reach a deal, and University of Chicago Press workers have joined the News Guild.

Calls for an audit of the region's wastewater treatment operations continue to grow. Two whistleblowers came forward this spring, alleging wrongdoing by Veolia. That's the company that runs the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District's two facilities. Now, Milwaukee County Supervisors are calling for action.

Here's your local news for Wednesday, May 13, 2026:We get a progress update on MMSD's long-term sustainability plan,Outline the benefits of strong energy codes,Hear how St. Mary's nurses are keeping their union campaign alive amid pressure from hospital management,Learn the story behind the "Pistachio Wars,"Broadcast the most comprehensive weather report on the airwaves,Travel back in time to 1969,And much more.

A 14-year employee at the Jones Island wastewater treatment facility shared concerns about the treatment of equipment and people there. It's the second whistleblower to speak out publicly about Veolia, the company that manages Milwaukee-area wastewater treatment.

A whistleblower complaint about MMSD management. MPD's use of drones. For the ten-year anniversary of Bubbler Talk, we take you behind the scenes.

Here's your local news for Wednesday, May 6, 2026:We detail a proposed cell phone policy that garnered mixed responses at Monday's MMSD school board meeting,Examine a conservative ad campaign that's using bipartisan issues to prop up Assembly Republicans in competitive districts,Honor the legacy of Wisconsin's most celebrated and feared political reporter,Broadcast the most comprehensive weather report on the airwaves,Travel back in time to 1969,And much more.

Now we're not gatekeeping the title of “Madisonian,” but we want to know — what makes a Madison resident a Madisonian? If you've lived here your whole life like our special guest, you've got the street cred, but for the transplants, we're asking when do you know that it's real? Host Bianca Martin chats about iconic Madison experiences with executive producer Hayley Sperling and WORT host and MMSD school board member Ali Muldrow.

After weeks of speculation, a whistleblower stepped forward Thursday evening. Former senior Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District official shares concerns about how Milwaukee's wastewater treatment plants are managed.

Here's your local news for Tuesday, April 28, 2026:We share an update on the fight to end salary compression at MMSD,Examine the widening funding gaps between Wisconsin K-12 school districts,Find out what's next, after Trump ended a twenty-year ban on mining near the Boundary Waters,Recap the Milkweed's award-winning segment on stray voltage,Explore Madison through the lens of beer and books,Learn about some tiny new patients at the Dane County Humane Society's Wildlife Rehabilitation Center,And much more.

Here's your local news for Thursday, April 23, 2026:We find out why Madison schools are projected to see declining kindergarten enrollment,Detail an upcoming expansion to the UW System's Direct Admit program,Learn how competing interests on Regent Street were prioritized in a planned redesign of the thoroughfare,Explore the ins and outs of Wisconsin's open meetings law,Tell you the best spots to cast your fishing line,Check in with Forward Madison FC after a pair of tough matches,And much more.

MMSD manages the wastewater and flood prevention for 29 Milwaukee communities. The system is being maxed out from a week of storms and flooding.

We've had a rainy week in Milwaukee, and there's a chance of more wet weather in coming days. All the water can overwhelm the sanitary sewer system, which can cause overflows or basement backups.

The Spring Primary election is next Tuesday and on today's show, Sara Gabler is in conversation with Madison Metropolitan School District School Board Seat 7 Candidates, incumbent Nicki Vander Meulen and challenger Dana Colussi-Lynde. They speak about their priorities for the school district, how they would address opportunity gaps, safe learning environments, literacy rates, student enrollment in the district, and more. School Board Seat 7 Candidate: Nicki Vander Meulen Nicki Vander Meulen is seeking a fourth term on the school board. She says that Madison is a “property rich but tax poor district” and that the current state funding formula has created two separate school systems for public schools and charter schools. She would like greater transparency when it comes to funding and at the same time better compensation for veteran teachers so that their talents stay in the district.  Serving students with disabilities is a top priority for Vander Meulen, who says that having the opportunity to attend public schools changed her life. She wants to see K-3rd grade classrooms capped at 23 students and more partnerships with community organizations who could provide tutoring to MMSD students. Equitable staff compensation, tutoring, keeping police out of schools, and addressing the culture of bullying would all contribute to reducing the opportunity gaps and declining enrollment in the district, Vander Muelen says. Nicki Vander Meulen is a juvenile attorney and member of the Madison Board of Education. When Nicki was elected in 2017, she became the first openly autistic school board member in the United States. Featured image of Nicki Vander Meulen. School Board Seat 7 Candidate: Dana Colussi-Lynde Dana Colussi-Lynde comes from a family of educators, and she's running for school board because she's concerned about the state of our democracy. She says her background in information technology has prepared her to address process improvement and assess the effectiveness of student technology use.  She points to the unfavorable data on student technology use and test scores and supports the “bell to bell” cell phone ban in the district.  She is also concerned about the educational opportunity gap and would like to see partnerships with the Goodman Center, NAMI, and other organizations to support students' wellbeing. She wants to see students graduating at their reading level and an increase in apprenticeship programs so students can be future-ready when they leave the school system. Dana Colussi-Lynde was born in Madison and raised in the Madison area by two teachers before graduating from Madison West High School. She then went on to Madison College for a degree in Information Technology, leading to a 25-year career in IT leadership, analysis and process improvement. She was a board member of New Leaders Council, a progressive leadership organization, for two years following their institute in 2019. She has also volunteered for Courage Plus and Planned Parenthood along with canvassing for local and national political campaigns. She was recently endorsed by the Wisconsin State Journal, Dane Dems and Wisconsin Muslim Civic Alliance and designated as a Mental Health Now Candidate. The school board would be her first, but hopefully not her last, public service role. Featured image of Dana Colussi-Lynde. Did you enjoy this story? Your funding makes great, local journalism like this possible. Donate hereThe post Madison School Board Seat 7 Candidates: Nicki Vander Meulen and Dana C... appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

The Spring Election is two short weeks away and on today's show, host Douglas Haynes is in conversation with Madison Metropolitan School District School Board Seat 6 Candidates, challenger Daniella Molle and incumbent Blair Mosner Feltham. They speak about their priorities for the school district, how they would address opportunity gaps, safe learning environments, public funding for schools, student enrollment in the district, and more.  School Board Seat 6 Candidate: Daniella Molle Danielle Molle's educational journey began in public schools in Bulgaria before she attended public universities in the US. She has worked as an education researcher for 15 years with an emphasis on the needs of multilingual students. For the past five years, she has worked as a research partner to districts across the country that are changing their systems to advance equity in schools. Molle says there hasn't been someone on the School Board with a background in language development; and in a district where a quarter of the students are bilingual, the School Board needs to understand their experience. She is concerned about the adoption of new math and literacy curriculums and how they would address opportunity gaps. She also discusses her perspective on restorative justice practices and ballot referenda.  Daniella Molle is an education researcher at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She has two children in the Madison schools, one at Hamilton Middle School and one at West High School. She volunteers weekly in a math classroom at Cherokee High School, and is a parent representative on the district’s Advanced Learning Advisory Committee. Professionally, she worked with Madison teachers for a decade as a researcher and as a teacher supervisor.  Featured image of Daniella Molle. School Board Seat 6 Candidate: Blair Mosner Feltham Blair Mosner Feltham has been a teacher since 2010 and says you can't produce curriculum unless you've been in the classroom. She wants to keep her seat on the School Board so she can see her vision of a stable future for the district in practice. She is the first Board member to run for reelection to Seat 6 in more than 10 years. Mosner Feltham says the district needs collaboration with political leadership to address opportunity gaps. The school district provides transportation and food banks, but she wants to think bigger about how affordable housing and healthcare are other barriers that affect students' opportunities. Recently, she worked with the School Board to pass a resolution to advance safe firearm storage. She also discusses student cell phone use and state funding formulas.  Blair Mosner Feltham is a classroom teacher, a mom to two MMSD students, and has been serving on the MMSD Board of Education since 2023. She is the only serving Board member and the only candidate who is a public school teacher. Over the last 15 years, she has taught in public schools in 4 districts and two states, including for 7 years in MMSD, mostly at West High School, where she also served as a union rep for many years.  Featured image of Blair Mosner Feltham. Did you enjoy this story? Your funding makes great, local journalism like this possible. Donate hereThe post Madison School Board Seat 6 Candidates: Daniella Molle and Blair Mosne... appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

Here's your local news for Wednesday, March 4, 2026:We learn how MMSD is fine-tuning its support for students with IEPs,Explain what would change if Wisconsin legislators finally agree to pass Erin's Law,Meet a county board candidate who wants to lower child care costs for working families,Hear a UW-Madison political scientist's predictions for the 2026 midterms,Broadcast the most comprehensive weather report on the airwaves,Travel back in time to 1967,And much more.

Changes coming again to Milwaukee County's transit system due to a budget gap. How MMSD's green infrastructure work is helping keep our waterways clean. A book all about people with a Wisconsin connection who've changed the world.

Hosts: Rob Chappell, Stephanie Díaz de León, Omar Waheed Dee Star's big moment: Three major milestones for Dee Star, host of the OuttaDeeBox podcast: February 3 has been declared Dee Star Day in Sun Prairie; the Out of Dee Box podcast will be the first podcast enshrined at the Wisconsin History Museum and the Sun Prairie Historical Society; and he's receiving a legislative citation for community impact. Omar caught up with him about what it all means. Hip-hop in the classroom: Omar visited Kennedy Elementary to check out a hip-hop artist residency featuring Lex, a clean hip-hop artist, author, poet, DJ and educator. Lex spent two weeks visiting 16 MMSD schools, performing and helping kids process emotions through music — and it was anything but a corny after-school special. School funding crunch: MMSD is already laying groundwork for next year's budget, and the outlook isn't great. The hosts dig into why: a state legislature that funds only about 5% of school district budgets (compared to 60-70% in Minnesota), federal special education cuts, and a new lawsuit challenging Wisconsin's funding model as unconstitutional. Dane County's $31 million problem: Rob obtained a budget memo showing the county faces a roughly $31 million deficit heading into 2027, as post-COVID surpluses dry up and health insurance and employee costs climb. Balancing the budget could mean cutting around 241 full-time positions. Only one county supervisor responded to Rob's request for comment. County contracting review: County Executive Melissa Agard has ordered a comprehensive review of county contracting practices. Rob spoke with Agard, Human Services Director Josh Luter, and several nonprofit leaders. The recurring theme: a need for greater transparency in bidding, scoring and feedback — plus structural issues like one-year contracts for five-year projects with no built-in cost-of-living increases. On the radar: Stephanie flags the November 3 election, which will include a Republican-backed constitutional amendment that would prohibit DEI policies at any state government entity, including UW. Also coming up: spring county board elections with a few competitive races. Question of the week: How big would a worm have to be before you'd tell somebody about it? We're hiring!  

Ahead of the Big Share next week, host Dana Pellebon speaks with Cheri Dubiel of Community Shares of Wisconsin and Alex Lindenmeyer of Urban Triage. Community Shares is a member-based fundraising organization that you might be familiar with from workplace giving campaigns or the CHIP program at Willy St. Coop. They focus on supporting social justice and environmental causes.  Urban Triage is a community organization that offers direct services like housing initiatives and urban agriculture. Their farm serves multi-generational Black and Brown folks, and the organic produce they grow is donated back to the community. Lindenmeyer describes Urban Triage's upcoming art exhibit, Seen and Unseen, that will open at the Wisconsin State Capitol on March 3. This immersive, outdoor installation is designed to deepen community understanding of homelessness and the real pathways to housing stability, representing crisis response, case management, and long-term housing solutions. They also discuss how federal funding cuts are affecting community organizations, especially those that are working to alleviate housing insecurity and follow housing-first principles. Youth are the largest group of folks at risk of becoming unhoused, and it's estimated that 1400 kids in MMSD will experience homelessness this year. Alex Lindenmeyer is a proud founding board member of Urban Triage and was just hired full-time this year as their Development Manager. Cheri Dubiel has served as Executive Director of Community Shares since January, 2017. She has worked at Community Shares of Wisconsin for a combined total of 17 years, being hired first as Development Director.  Featured image of artwork from the Seen and Unseen installation. Did you enjoy this story? Your funding makes great, local journalism like this possible. Donate hereThe post Seen and Unseen Installation Opens The Big Share appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

A confirmed case of measles has been reported on the UW-Madison campus, the DeForest Village Board voted against annexing land for a proposed QTS data center, and WisconsinEye returns. Host Bianca Martin, executive producer Hayley Sperling, and newsletter editor Rob Thomas break down the biggest stories of the week. Plus, want to watch the Super Bowl in Madison? We have you covered.

Subscribe to receive transcripts by email. Read along with this episode.Every gallon of wastewater flowing through a municipal sewer contains recoverable energy, nutrients, and water—assets that the linear "flush and forget" model has long treated as problems to dispose of rather than value to recapture. Meet Kevin Shafer, who has spent more than two decades proving otherwise. As executive director of the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) since 2002, he's transformed an agency once mocked as a symbol of government waste into a national model for sustainable infrastructure, and last year, Veolia designated it as America's first "eco factory." Milwaukee's circular approach actually predates the term by nearly a century. In 1926, the district began producing Milorganite—Milwaukee organic nitrogen—a fertilizer made from dried biosolids that most utilities simply spread on fields or incinerate. Today, that product returns $11 to $12 million annually to the city's budget while keeping waste out of landfills. Kevin explains that this foundational commitment to doing the right thing has shaped MMSD's culture ever since: 'We just always look at those type of approaches. It's foundational to the district.'The district's eight digesters at its South Shore plant now generate 80 to 85% of the facility's electricity from biosolids, with enough material left over to continue making Milorganite. Kevin calls it Cradle to Cradle in action, referring to the philosophy pioneered by architect William McDonough, who visited MMSD in 2006 and was intrigued by work that predated his framework by decades. The district is also partnering with regional breweries and food processors, accepting their organic waste streams for co-digestion. This reduces disposal costs for industry partners while increasing energy production—a synergy that Kevin sees as the future of utility operations.Looking ahead, Kevin's 2035 vision targets 100% renewable energy and a 90% carbon reduction compared to 2005. He argues that utilities should see themselves as anchor institutions with generational responsibilities: 'I won't be here 50 years from now, but MMSD will be.' That long view has attracted new partners. 'All of a sudden they say, oh, here's someone that's thinking a little bit differently about something, and maybe we can help them, or they can help us.' The key barrier to scaling the circular economy, he believes, isn't technology—it's institutional culture and a narrow focus on regulatory compliance rather than systems thinking.You can learn more about the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District at mmsd.com.Subscribe to Sustainability In Your Ear on iTunesFollow Sustainability In Your Ear on Spreaker, iHeartRadio, or YouTube

Here's your local news for Wednesday, January 28, 2026:We hear the Madison school board's plan to address salary compression,Explain what's at stake for Congressional Democrats if they allow a boost in funding for the Department of Homeland Security,Sit down with an incumbent county supervisor who's heading to a primary next month,Learn how some UW-Madison professors have adopted artificial intelligence into their coursework,Broadcast the most comprehensive weather report on the airwaves,Travel back in time to 1969,And much more.

Here's your local news for Thursday, January 15, 2026:We explain why city-county tensions boiled over at a public hearing on Wednesday,Get the details on MMSD's budget outlook for 2026-2027,Describe the transparency concerns that emerged after WisconsinEye went dark,Tell you the best spots to cast your fishing line,Meet the Flamingos' newest midfielder,And much more.

Here's your local news for Tuesday, January 6, 2026:We find out how a new federal grant could help MMSD expand mental health services for students in need,Get the details on a local project that uses art to help older Black women fight Alzheimer's disease,Consider the potential pitfalls if private interests win out in the county's renovation of the Coliseum,Forecast another difficult year in the dairy business,Stop by JBC Coffee Roasters,Describe how winter ice can be dangerous for animals, too,And much more.

Here's your local news for Thursday, December 11, 2025:We hear state Democrats' pitch to support Wisconsin farmers and protect agricultural lands from development,Outline some of the most pressing challenges in the state's rural school districts,Get an update on MMSD's Behavior Education Plan,Check in with the Russian Folk Orchestra ahead of their busy concert season,Discuss the imminent passage of the National Defense Authorization Act,Share some advice on how to find a bona fide "space tree,"And much more.

Here's your local news for Monday, November 10, 2025:We'll share the mission behind a 1,500-ribbon display in downtown Madison,Hear how a delay in federal funding is impacting the Menominee Indian School District,Find out what's at stake if online publication Tone Madison can't reach their winter fundraising goal,Explain why air traffic has ground to a halt,Share lessons from New York City's 1933 mayoral election,Teach you how to make a tea-based cocktail,Review two new offerings available for streaming,And much more.

This week, Madison is grappling with an array of serious stories in the news. Two staff members at Annie Greencrow Whitehorse Middle School are on leave as a result of sexual assault allegations. UW-Madison employees are facing layoffs. And FoodShare benefits are set to run out Saturday. City Cast Madison host Bianca Martin talks with executive producer Hayley Sperling and newsletter editor Rob Thomas about how these heavy topics are affecting Madisonians. But it's not all bad, we've got some Halloween costume ideas for you too! Mentioned on the show: West High battery [City of Madison]Report Child Abuse [Wisconsin Department of Children and Families] UW Union Leaders speak on state-mandated teaching requirements [

Hosts: Rob Chappell, Stephanie Díaz de León, and Omar Waheed Guest: Nate Buescher, UW–Madison freshman and star of Disney Channel's Electric Bloom Runtime: 53:38 On this week's podcast, we catch up on a range of news stories from the week, and get acquainted with a new neighbor who's a rising Disney star.

Here's your local news for Wednesday, October 8, 2025:We hear what's at stake if Congress fails to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits,Outline city leaders' debate over a proposed drive-thru coffee shop at West Towne Mall,Find out why MMSD is pitching its recent 4K expansion as a win-win,Discuss the risks of private equity in 401(k) retirement plans,Broadcast the most comprehensive weather report on the airwaves,Travel back in time to 1968,And much more.

We explore the State of Working Wisconsin report. We learn about Buc-ee's and plans to build on in Oak Creek. We tell you about a construction project that will help remove contaminated sediment from local waterways. Plus, meet a local sign painter.

It's a jam-packed show this month on What Are We Building?  Starting off with some new businesses in town and a massive plan for the "Derby District" at the QBE site near Grand & Windsor St.  Then, I had a very candid conversation with Lisa Goldsberry about the school board, empathy, engagement, and Grey's Anatomy. We discussed how the board responds (or not) to citizen issues, the situation with Principal Coleman at SP East, and the ongoing handling of the allegations against former Dean Robert Gilkey-Meisegeier.

Here's your local news for Tuesday, August 26, 2025:We get the details on MMSD's performance objectives for the next academic year,Find out how a new bill would preserve funding for Wisconsin's decades-old conservation program,Consider the potential consequences of USDA's new "reorganization plan,"Examine a recent drop in cheddar prices,Sit down with the owner of Kia's Kitchen,Learn how wildlife rehabilitators take care of injured raptors,And much more.

More coverage of the historic flooding from this past weekend: how weather officials are reacting, how one resident is dealing with a flooded basement, and MMSD speaks about the pressure this storm put on our water systems.

The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District shares how the region's water infrastructure operates during a massive rainstorm like the one over the weekend. Executive Director Kevin Shafer says the storm should be a wake-up call about the importance of creating a resilient regional system to cope with climate change.

Here's your local news for Thursday, May 29, 2025:We outline the spate of proposals in the 2025 Equality Agenda,Learn how to participate in Dane County's new food scraps program,Get the details on MMSD's 2026 budget proposal,Hear how a local nonprofit is faring after the loss of AmeriCorps funding,Share deck safety advice,Dig for historical treasure,And much more.

This week on the Friday news roundup, host Bianca Martin talks with Madison Ald. MGR Govindarajan about his efforts to formally censure fellow Ald. Charles Myadze following allegations of sexual harassment and assault. Executive producer Hayley Sperling has the latest on a Minnesota lawsuit that involves Madison Superintendent Joe Gothard. And Newsletter Editor Rob Thomas gives the team an update on some local restaurants. Mentioned on the show: Why So Many Public Officials Have Called For a Madison Alder's Resignation [

Tomorrow, in addition to voting on candidates Madison voters will also see four referendum questions on their ballot. A proposed constitutional amendment for the state, a budgetary referendum from the City of Madison, and two referendum questions from the Madison Metropolitan School District. Host Bianca Martin spoke with district Superintendent Joe Gothard to get a better look at the issues Madison schools are facing and why these referendums are coming at a critical time.  You can dig deeper into our election coverage with these shows:

The Madison Metropolitan School District has a big ask of voters come November. A $607 million dollar ask to be more precise. But what exactly will all that money be used for and does the district truly need it? Executive producer Hayley Sperling caught up with Cap Times K-12 education reporter Kayla Huynh to get the scoop on two MMSD referendum questions voters will sound off on this November. Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We're also on Instagram!  You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. 

Madison voters will encounter two referendum questions, one for facilities and one for operations, on the November 5th ballot. If passed, they would incrementally increase property tax over the next […] The post Understanding the MMSD Referendum Questions appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

We've got a whole pack of educated educators joining us today to talk about Edgewood College's Grow Your Own Teachers program and their partnership with the Madison Metropolitan School District. With us today: Nancy Molfenter- Associate Superintendent for Student Services, Amy Vercauteren Hefty- Assistant Director of Special education for MMSD, and Michael Meissen- Senior Director of Innovations and Partnerships at Edgewood College. It's no secret that this country has a shortage of high-quality teachers. With poor working conditions, seriously sub-par compensation, and ever-increasing demands, teachers are fleeing the profession. Just as bad, prospective educators aren't pursuing teaching careers due to oppressive obstacles. So what's the answer? Well, just as with tomatoes and some other botanicals: grow your own. Many people who want to teach but aren't licensed to do so are already working in school districts. Madison is pioneering a program that matches these individuals with the classes they need to earn their credentials, with a focus on special education. Busted Pencils is part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-7 pm across Wisconsin. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and Instagram to keep up with Dr. Tim, Dr. Johnny and the show! Guests: Michael Meissen, Amy Vercouteren Hefty, Nancy Molfenter

“I want destination Madison to also be destination MMSD,” says new Superintendent Joe Gothard. He joins host Douglas Haynes today to talk about his vision for Madison Metropolitan School District, […] The post Destination MMSD with Joe Gothard appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

The City Cast Madison team is here to round up the news of the week, and what a week it's been. Host Bianca Martin is joined by executive director of WayForward Resources Ellen Carlson to recap how Madison's food pantries are struggling to find solutions to the growing issue of food insecurity. Additionally, executive producer Hayley Sperling and interim newsletter editor Ava Wojnowski join to help break down the two referendums the Madison Metropolitan School District put on the ballot this November. On top of that, a draft order leaked about a case the state Supreme Court has agreed to hear on abortion. Plus, two Madison “Ninja Warriors” run, climb, and jump for greatness. Mentioned on the show: WayForward Resources Many Dane County food pantries are spending more on food than ever before [WPR] $607M property tax hike for Madison public schools now up to voters [The Cap Times] Wisconsin Supreme Court will hear high-profile abortion rights case, draft order shows [Wisconsin Watch] Madison 'Twinjas' hit semifinals of 'American Ninja Warrior' [The Cap Times] Don't forget to VOTE FOR US for Madison Magazine's Best of Madison 2024 awards! City Cast Madison is up for best local podcast and our newsletter Madison Minutes is up for best local news website. Vote here. Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We're also on Instagram!  Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter.  Learn more about the sponsors of this June 28th episode here: Babbel Madison 365 Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast ads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Omar Waheed reports from Baraboo (2:26), where the Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association is holding its second annual conference. He talked with a half dozen leaders in the industry about the conference, the possibilities – especially for Indigenous entrepreneurs — and the legislative challenges. Plus, Green Bay school superintendent Dr. Claude Tiller resigned after appearing on a radio show in Atlanta, and a school board member resigned a week later. Stephanie, Rob and Dave talk through what led to that (34:57), now that we have the audio from the radio show and some sense as to what prompted the school board to launch an investigation. And speaking of school superintendents, a Madison native will be the next leader of MMSD (52:40). Dave shares some memories of interviewing him when he was a principal here and we talk through what the school board can expect from him.   Helpful links:   https://madison365.com/madison-based-dispensary-herbal-aspect-monona-police-hold-challenging-cannabis-conversations-to-build-relationships/   https://madison365.com/green-bay-school-district-begins-new-superintendent-search-after-superintendent-dr-claude-tiller-resigns/   https://madison365.com/green-bay-school-boards-only-person-of-color-resigns/