One of the first impressions many visitors to Madison receive is the view of the capital across Lake Monona from John Nolen Drive. Now, a coalition of city and private […]
Monona Waterfront Makeover – You Decide!
To commuters, this stretch of waterfront along John Nolen Drive between Olin Park and Willy Street is a daily companion during the drive to and from work. To pedestrians, the waterfront is a place to run, bike, and gaze across the water to the lights of downtown in the distance. But three design teams are hoping to transform this 1.7 mile stretch of lakeshore that marks one of Madison’s first impressions on visitors.
How Persistence Opened a Skatepark
As cold and snowy as it can get in Madison over the winter, the occasional unseasonably warm and sunny day entices Madison residents with outdoor activities. The same holds true for skateboarding enthusiasts across the city. But while you may be able to go for a walk or play a sport […]
Madison Thinning Deer Population
Cherokee Marsh is a public park north of Madison that contains wetlands and important fish breeding grounds. For twelve hours tonight and tomorrow morning, the marsh is closed so sharpshooters […]
