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The City Cast Madison team is here to round up the news of the week. Host Bianca Martin and producer Phil Surkis recap Madison’s groundbreaking celebration at the Center for Black Excellence and Culture during this year’s Juneteenth. City Council addresses the complicated issue surrounding the lack of affordable housing with the approval of four new housing projects. Plus, UW-Madison food scientists research the chemistry behind no-melting ice cream.

Mentioned on the show:
Madison Center for Black Excellence finally breaks ground [The Cap Times]
Rev. Dr. Alex Gee reflects on Center for Black Excellence and Culture groundbreaking [Channel 3000]
Madison City Council approves Old Sauk Road, Essen Haus, tiny house village developments [Wisconsin State Journal]
400-ton Downtown Madison apartment building begins slow trek to new location [Wisconsin State Journal]
Housing shortage drives Madison city council approval of new projects [Isthmus]
UW-Madison Department of Food Science researches “no melt” ice cream [ Channel 3000]

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It’s summertime, and the livin’ is easy. Especially while reclining on a blanket, enjoying a meal in one of Madison’s over 300 parks. It’s picnic season! But, where to go? What to bring? What about bugs?! Do not worry, City Cast has you covered. Today, we’re talking with a picnic professional!
Host Bianca Martin sits down with Elizabeth Morrison of Lizzy’s Picnics to talk about her favorite spots, mitigating “the bug problem”, and her go-to eats. Morrison also discusses her own business where she designs and executes custom picnics! 
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One of the things that makes Madison such a special city is the pride that people show when talking about their favorite places to eat, or things to do around town. 
Since our new City Cast producer, Phil Surkis, is a new resident, we’ve been asking our listeners and the readers of Madison Minutes to give him suggestions on where to go, what to eat and things to do. 
Well, Phil has been about town, and now is back to report on his findings, along with host Bianca Martin and executive producer Hayley Sperling.
Buckle up for our third installment of what we’re calling “Must See Madison”!
And, if you have a suggestion for Phil, or the whole City Cast team, please let us know here!
 Mentioned in this episode

The Cardinal Bar

Crucible

Five

Sotto

Tavern Nakaya

Elvehjem Community Garden

Marquette Waterfront Festival

El Sabor De Puebla

Green Owl Cafe

Alchemy Cafe

Warner Park

International Crane Foundation


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This Juneteenth marks the much-anticipated groundbreaking of The Center for Black Excellence and Culture on their new 37,000-square-foot, three story center, scheduled to open in late 2025. The Center plans to offer a cultural and educational space for Wisconsin’s Black communities to tell stories, create, and celebrate their achievements.
Last May, host Bianca Martin spoke with Rev. Dr. Alex Gee, the founder and visionary instrumental to bringing this new cultural center to life. Rev. Gee is also the pastor of Fountain of Life Church, the founder and CEO of Nehemiah Center for Urban Leadership Development, the host of the Black Like Me podcast.
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The City Cast team is here to round up the news of the week. Host Bianca Martin and producer Phil Surkis recap three separate tragic shooting incidents that occurred this past weekend and how Madison was named 2nd safest U.S. city for pedestrians. Plus, Dane County is seeking nominations for its own Underrepresented Communities Historical Markers Program!

Mentioned on the show:
‘A very violent weekend’: Three Madison shootings in three days [The Cap Times]
MPD chief details plans to reduce gun violence in Madison [Channel 3000]
Madison Ranked #2 in Country in Pedestrian Safety [City of Madison]
Dane County seeks nominations for Underrepresented Communities Historical Markers Program [Channel 3000]

MPD is asking anyone who has any information or video related to last weekend’s shootings to contact their department. Information can also be sent to Madison Area Crime Stoppers online or call 608-266-6014.

Submit a location for nomination for Dane County Historic Markers program.

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After almost 3 decades at the Dane County Farmers Market, Chris & Lori’s Bakehouse is celebrating its last year on the Capitol square. The bakery enjoys a cult-following for its signature scones and cow cookies and has even been named as one of Madison’s most iconic eats by Destination Madison. So why are they leaving? Host Bianca Martin spoke with co-owner Lori Robson about just that. Plus, she got the details about how to score a deal on their leftover scones.
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