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Dane County.
county in Wisconsin, United States
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Active this week
Earlier this month
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Kelly Thompson is expanding her operations from Dane County into the Milwaukee market and plans to open an office in Pewaukee.Some support1 report
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Christopher Dean is running for the Wisconsin Senate seat and commented on a Dane County judge ruling.Some support1 report
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Dane County County Executive proposed using capital funds on October 16, 2026.Some support2 reports
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The Salvation Army of Dane County operates the county's only shelter, with Major Michael Sjogren serving as coordinator.Some support1 report
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Pope Leo XIV spoke on religious liberty while the Diocese of Madison sued Dane County in 2015.Some support1 report
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Department of Administration tracked Dane County's population growth.Some support2 reports
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The Wisconsin Elections Commission reports on current ballot trends in Dane County.Some support3 reports
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Researchers from the University of Wisconsin studied a landfill located near Dane County, Wisconsin.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Madison Mayor proposes a budget for city shelter operations, which are funded by Dane County.Some support1 report
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Tom Tiffany supported the state's 20-week limit while bird flu cases were reported in Dane and Barron counties.Some support1 report
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Dianne Hesselbein cited the success of Dane County in her remarks regarding the state.Some support3 reports
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Dane County and Appleton are part of a collective group of municipalities currently facing scrutiny.Some support1 report
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Everlight Solar received a community award in Madison and was recognized for service in Dane County.Some support1 report
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Julia Arata-Fratta, the mayor of Fitchburg, is establishing her office in the city located within Dane County.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Foundation work is based in Madison.Some support1 report
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A lawsuit challenging abortion restrictions was filed in Dane County, involving the Dane County District Attorney and Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin, with the Wisconsin Supreme Court involved.Some support11 reports
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Dane County budget funds county assets, including the Henry Vilas Zoo and Dane County Regional Airport.Some support1 report
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State aid cuts are affecting local budgets in Dane County, Wisconsin.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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JoCasta Zamarripa faces candidates in the Wisconsin primary, and a candidate plans to move their office out of Dane County.Well supported3 reports
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Parton's library program is enrolling children in Dane County and Sauk County, while she also marked the anniversary of her duet with Kenny Rogers.Some support1 report
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Gio's Garden celebrated its grand opening of a second location and announced its expansion into Dane County from its base in Sun Prairie.Some support2 reports
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Tariff applications are affecting service area rates for a company based in Dane County.Some support1 report
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Francesca Hong represents the 76th District in Dane County.Some support3 reports
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Election challenges are underway in the state, involving filed charges regarding the fake elector scheme.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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John Leiber has been identified as a candidate for the State Treasurer position in Wisconsin.Some support3 reports
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A restaurant expansion was discussed in the trivia quiz, involving Madison and Dane County.Some support1 report
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A professional firm based in the city is sought by experts for media insight regarding market focus.Some support1 report
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WKOW reported on various events occurring in Dane County on August 5, 2026.Some support1 report
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Local officials in Dane County are negotiating with protesters to end an encampment.Some support7 reports
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The village of McFarland is situated within Dane County.Some support1 report
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An appellate court has reversed a Dane County judge's decision, concurrent with Scott Walker introducing a budget repair bill in Wisconsin.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Court ruling restricts absentee ballot requests in Dane County.Some support1 report
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Dane County issued a heat alert in Wisconsin on July 30, 2026.Some support1 report
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Lawsuit filed in Dane County as the Wisconsin Elections Commission warns USPS about potential ballot delays.Some support16 reports1 development inside
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Shelia Stubbs serves on the Dane County Board of Supervisors and operates within the state government structure of Wisconsin.Some support2 reports
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Satya Rhodes-Conway referenced a crisis hotline related to Dane County.Some support1 report
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Sara Rodriguez, a gubernatorial primary candidate, is facing challenges from the Wisconsin Elections Commission regarding election procedures in Dane County.Some support7 reports
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Voters from Dane County backed by Democrats filed a lawsuit.Some support2 reports
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Studies are being conducted regarding the impacts of large-scale data centers in Dane County.Some support1 report
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A band originates from the city of Milwaukee, and a fair is held in the county seat city of Dane County.Some support1 report
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Kaukauna is in the same region as Dane County.Some support1 report
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A series of localized updates detailing the locations of various entities and events across multiple Wisconsin counties.Some support3 reports
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A fair is being held in Stoughton, which is located in Dane County.Some support1 report
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Volunteers across Dane County came together to offer support for Venezuela.Some support1 report
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A farm operating in Dane County, Wisconsin, is donating surplus produce to the Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin, utilizing markets in Mount Horeb.Some support1 report
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A visitation was held in Fitchburg, which is located within Dane County.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A judge ruled on June 24th that the 1849 law did not ban abortions, affecting Healthcare Services Group, Inc. in Dane County.Some support1 report
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YMCA is building a new facility in Fitchburg, and it serves as the largest child care provider for Dane County.Some support1 report
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A transmission line is operational and delivering electricity to Dane County.Some support1 report
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A small dairy farm is currently operating within the boundaries of Dane County.Some support1 report
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Dane County is located within the state of Wisconsin.Well supported6 reports
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National Weather Service monitors severe weather events in Dane County.Some support1 report
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The National Weather Service is surveying damage following a tornado that struck Dane County.Some support1 report
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The Medical Examiner office is reviewing the death case of Richard Johnson, which occurred in the jurisdiction of Dane County.Some support1 report
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Severe thunderstorms moved through the Midwest, causing power outages affecting customers in Dane County and Sauk County, Wisconsin.Some support1 report
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Jim Troupis, who served as Trump's 2020 campaign lawyer, is seeking a trial move from Dane County regarding his involvement in a false electors scheme.Some support1 report
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Hadiya Pendleton, who was from Chicago, is connected to Madison, the county seat of Dane County.Some support2 reports
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Pawpaw rarity and historical range in Dane County were discussed in a recent report.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Dane County
Events traced to Dane County, step by step, newest first- Dane County may see shifts in regional planning after Janesville joins Capital RegionDane County may face shifts in regional planning and resource allocationPossible
- Resort expansion in Madison may boost Dane County's tax baseResort expansion in Madison may boost Dane County's tax base and infrastructure needs.Possible
- Dane County businesses may face higher labor costs from wage hikeDane County businesses may face increased labor costs if minimum wage risesPossible
- Nonprofit financial strain may pressure Dane County's service fundingDane County may face pressure to adjust service funding due to nonprofit strainPossible
Around Dane County this week
News at the entities that move Dane County most-
Wisconsin StructuralAn announcement regarding state policy was made in New Lisbon, Wisconsin.Moves Dane County
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Madison StructuralRashid Bashir, John Coleman, and Maric are among the finalists for the UW-Madison chancellor position.Moves Dane County
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Francesca Hong StructuralMultiple candidates, including Amy Klobuchar, Francesca Hong, and David Crowley, are contesting the Democratic gubernatorial primary in Wisconsin.Moves Dane County
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Wisconsin Elections Commission OperationalTrent McCotter warned officials about record-keeping penalties concerning election administration in Wisconsin.Moves Dane County
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National Weather Service OperationalSchaper works for the National Weather Service office located in Melbourne.Moves Dane County
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Charlotte OperationalCMPD officers in Charlotte, NC, targeted Black drivers during stops on November 2nd.Moves Dane County
Connections
The 40 strongest of 297, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Wisconsin Structural
Dane County is a jurisdictional subdivision located within the State of Wisconsin.
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Francesca Hong Structural
Francesca Hong's political activities and electoral performance are centered within the jurisdiction of Dane County.
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Grant County Structural
A transmission line provides a functional power connection from Grant County to Dane County.
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Henry Vilas Zoo Structural
The zoo is funded and managed using county assets and budget allocations of Dane County.
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David Conway Structural
David Conway serves as a Circuit Judge whose office is formally situated within the judicial structure of Dane County.
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Shelia Stubbs Structural
Shelia Stubbs served as a member of the Dane County Board of Supervisors.
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Josh Kaul Transactional
Dane County initiated legal proceedings by filing charges regarding the fake elector scheme involving Josh Kaul.
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Madison Structural
Madison functions as the county seat and operates under the formal jurisdiction and financial authority of Dane County.
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Ozanne Structural
Ozanne holds the office of Dane County District Attorney.
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Scott McDonell Structural
Scott McDonell holds the formal governmental position of Dane County Clerk.
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Ann Jacobs Transactional
Ann Jacobs is involved in an ongoing lawsuit with Dane County.
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appellate court Operational
The appellate court has the functional authority to review and overturn judicial decisions made by the lower court within Dane County.
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Dane County Regional Airport Structural
Dane County funds the airport as part of its county assets.
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Richard Johnson Structural
The death case of Richard Johnson is currently under investigation by the Dane County Medical Examiner office.
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Charlotte Operational
The two locations are engaged in jurisdictional competition regarding the establishment of AI data center sites.
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Brad Schimel Structural
Brad Schimel served as Dane County Judge, establishing a formal jurisdictional relationship.
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Wisconsin Elections Commission Operational
The state election commission actively reports on and provides guidance that affects the local operations of Dane County.
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Diane Hendricks Transactional
Dane County made significant financial contributions to Diane Hendricks' Republican campaign committees.
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State of Wisconsin Structural
Dane County operates as a subordinate administrative unit within the State of Wisconsin's government structure.
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Madison Gas and Electric Operational
The company's service area rates are subject to tariff applications that are reviewed and affected by the county's jurisdiction and regulatory processes.
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National Weather Service Operational
NWS actively monitors and surveys damage within the geographic boundaries of Dane County following severe weather events.
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Flock Safety Operational
Flock Safety deployed AI license plate reader technology in Dane County, but the county has since formally terminated its operational partnership.
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Democrats Operational
Voters from Dane County, backed by the Democratic party, are actively engaged in legal action regarding election rules.
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Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development Transactional
The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development distributes grants to recipients located within Dane County.
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Mitchell Shared context
Mitchell performed a ruling regarding ballot counting within the jurisdiction of Dane County.
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Enbridge Operational
Dane County is actively blocking or delaying an Enbridge pipeline project.
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Kelly Thompson Shared context
Kelly Thompson is seeking to expand her operations outside of Dane County.
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David Crowley Shared context
David Crowley's political activities are situated within the jurisdiction of Dane County.
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SSM Shared context
SSM operates as a business entity within the geographic and administrative jurisdiction of Dane County.
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Dubuque County Structural
A transmission line physically connects Dubuque County and Dane County.
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Elizabeth Uihlein Transactional
Elizabeth Uihlein made donations to Republican campaign committees relevant to Dane County.
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Dianne Hesselbein Mentioned together
Hesselbein references Dane County's success and operational context in her commentary.
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Monona Shared context
Monona is geographically contained within the boundaries of Dane County.
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Hiawatha Shared context
Service provider Hiawatha is targeting Dane County for service expansion.
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David Stevens Shared context
David Stevens is discussing pawpaw rarity while located in Dane County.
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Department of Administration Operational
Department of Administration tracks Dane County's population growth.
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YMCA Shared context
YMCA operates as a major child care provider within the jurisdiction of Dane County.
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Milwaukee Structural
The city is functionally nested within the administrative boundaries of the county.
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Epic Shared context
Epic Systems is based in Dane County.
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Karas Shared context
Karas filed a legal brief within the jurisdiction of Dane County.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
2 eventsOctober 2026
11 events- Kelly Thompson is expanding her operations from Dane County into the Milwaukee market and plans to open an office in Pewaukee.
- Christopher Dean is running for the Wisconsin Senate seat and commented on a Dane County judge ruling.
- Dane County County Executive proposed using capital funds on October 16, 2026.
- The Salvation Army of Dane County operates the county's only shelter, with Major Michael Sjogren serving as coordinator.
- Pope Leo XIV spoke on religious liberty while the Diocese of Madison sued Dane County in 2015.
- Department of Administration tracked Dane County's population growth.
- The Wisconsin Elections Commission reports on current ballot trends in Dane County.
- Researchers from the University of Wisconsin studied a landfill located near Dane County, Wisconsin.
- Madison Mayor proposes a budget for city shelter operations, which are funded by Dane County.
- Tom Tiffany supported the state's 20-week limit while bird flu cases were reported in Dane and Barron counties.
- Dianne Hesselbein cited the success of Dane County in her remarks regarding the state.
September 2026
5 events- Dane County and Appleton are part of a collective group of municipalities currently facing scrutiny.
- Everlight Solar received a community award in Madison and was recognized for service in Dane County.
- Foundation work is based in Madison.
- A lawsuit challenging abortion restrictions was filed in Dane County, involving the Dane County District Attorney and Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin, with the Wisconsin Supreme Court involved.
- Dane County budget funds county assets, including the Henry Vilas Zoo and Dane County Regional Airport.
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August 2026
9 events- JoCasta Zamarripa faces candidates in the Wisconsin primary, and a candidate plans to move their office out of Dane County.
- Parton's library program is enrolling children in Dane County and Sauk County, while she also marked the anniversary of her duet with Kenny Rogers.
- Gio's Garden celebrated its grand opening of a second location and announced its expansion into Dane County from its base in Sun Prairie.
- Tariff applications are affecting service area rates for a company based in Dane County.
- John Leiber has been identified as a candidate for the State Treasurer position in Wisconsin.
- A restaurant expansion was discussed in the trivia quiz, involving Madison and Dane County.
- A professional firm based in the city is sought by experts for media insight regarding market focus.
- WKOW reported on various events occurring in Dane County on August 5, 2026.
- Local officials in Dane County are negotiating with protesters to end an encampment.
July 2026
17 events- State aid cuts are affecting local budgets in Dane County, Wisconsin.
- Francesca Hong represents the 76th District in Dane County.
- The village of McFarland is situated within Dane County.
- An appellate court has reversed a Dane County judge's decision, concurrent with Scott Walker introducing a budget repair bill in Wisconsin.
- Court ruling restricts absentee ballot requests in Dane County.
- Dane County issued a heat alert in Wisconsin on July 30, 2026.
- Lawsuit filed in Dane County as the Wisconsin Elections Commission warns USPS about potential ballot delays.
- Shelia Stubbs serves on the Dane County Board of Supervisors and operates within the state government structure of Wisconsin.
- Satya Rhodes-Conway referenced a crisis hotline related to Dane County.
- Sara Rodriguez, a gubernatorial primary candidate, is facing challenges from the Wisconsin Elections Commission regarding election procedures in Dane County.
- Voters from Dane County backed by Democrats filed a lawsuit.
- Studies are being conducted regarding the impacts of large-scale data centers in Dane County.
- A band originates from the city of Milwaukee, and a fair is held in the county seat city of Dane County.
- Kaukauna is in the same region as Dane County.
- A series of localized updates detailing the locations of various entities and events across multiple Wisconsin counties.
- A fair is being held in Stoughton, which is located in Dane County.
- Volunteers across Dane County came together to offer support for Venezuela.
June 2026
16 events- Julia Arata-Fratta, the mayor of Fitchburg, is establishing her office in the city located within Dane County.
- Election challenges are underway in the state, involving filed charges regarding the fake elector scheme.
- A farm operating in Dane County, Wisconsin, is donating surplus produce to the Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin, utilizing markets in Mount Horeb.
- A visitation was held in Fitchburg, which is located within Dane County.
- A judge ruled on June 24th that the 1849 law did not ban abortions, affecting Healthcare Services Group, Inc. in Dane County.
- YMCA is building a new facility in Fitchburg, and it serves as the largest child care provider for Dane County.
- A transmission line is operational and delivering electricity to Dane County.
- A small dairy farm is currently operating within the boundaries of Dane County.
- Dane County is located within the state of Wisconsin.
- National Weather Service monitors severe weather events in Dane County.
- The National Weather Service is surveying damage following a tornado that struck Dane County.
- The Medical Examiner office is reviewing the death case of Richard Johnson, which occurred in the jurisdiction of Dane County.
- Severe thunderstorms moved through the Midwest, causing power outages affecting customers in Dane County and Sauk County, Wisconsin.
- Jim Troupis, who served as Trump's 2020 campaign lawyer, is seeking a trial move from Dane County regarding his involvement in a false electors scheme.
- Hadiya Pendleton, who was from Chicago, is connected to Madison, the county seat of Dane County.
- Pawpaw rarity and historical range in Dane County were discussed in a recent report.