Politics

Filmmakers, political figures to take part in 'We Are Wisconsin' screening

Submitted by Tabatha Wethal, Channel3000.com Community Reporter

Thursday, March 7th, 2013, 6:40pm

Filmmakers, political figures to take part in 'We Are Wisconsin' screening

Documentary on Act 10 protests, movement to show at Alliant Energy Center

On the second anniversary of the signing of Act 10 -- the 2011 bill passed by Gov. Scott Walker that stripped unions of nearly all bargaining rights -- activists will mark the date with screenings of a documentary on the anti-union law, "We are Wisconsin," plus a live webcast of a town hall discussion Monday at 6 p.m.

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Senator to talk with seniors on mining bill

Submitted by Tabatha Wethal, Channel3000.com Community Reporter

Saturday, February 2nd, 2013, 9:00am

Senator to talk with seniors on mining bill

Democrat will discuss issues on the controversial legislation at forum

The Madison Senior Center downtown will host a presentation with Senator Tim Cullen in mid-February on mining legislation.

Cullen, D-Janesville, will talk about mining issues and take questions on Feb. 11 at 9 a.m. in a political forum at the center.

As part of a Senate committee on mining, Cullen heard testimony from experts and people affected by the proposal to mine iron ore in Northern Wisconsin. He drafted a bill to permit mining without changing environmental protections.

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County joins efforts to help youth vulnerable to sex trafficking

Submitted by Channel3000 Web Staff

Thursday, January 10th, 2013, 7:09pm

Funds, coordination key topics in conversation on ending the crime

Dane County is taking steps to raise awareness on the issue of human sex trafficking.

Dane County Executive Joe Parisi said Thursday that the county is focused on coordinated education efforts and resources for homeless and runaway youth.

The 2013 county budget includes $30,000 to replace recently eliminated federal funds that support outreach services to homeless and runaway youth, a group that youth advocates cautioned are susceptible to trafficking.

"At the very base, this problem exists because there's a demand for people to buy sex," Parisi said. "People need to realize if they're going to go out and purchase someone's body to use, that is not a victimless crime."

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Public tours of the Governor’s mansion to showcase Christmas decor

Submitted by Tabatha Wethal, Channel3000.com Community Reporter

Wednesday, November 21st, 2012, 8:04pm

6 days in December scheduled for community guests

Gov. Scott Walker and his wife Tonette will invite the community to take a tour of the executive residence in early December. According to the governor’s office, the tour will include views of the main rooms on the first floor. Groups will see six specially decorated Christmas trees among other holiday decor.

There is no charge for admission; however in a news release, Scott and Tonette Walker encouraged touring parties to bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the Second Harvest Food bank.

Tours are offered the following days:

Dec. 5 - Noon-2 p.m.
Dec. 6 -- Noon-2 p.m.
Dec. 8 -- 10 a.m.-noon
Dec. 12 -- Noon-2 p.m.
Dec. 13 -- Noon-2 p.m.
Dec. 15 -- Noon-2 p.m.

Groups of 20 or more are required to make a reservation by calling 608-246-5501.

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Soglin plan underway to bring good-for-you grub to low-income families

Submitted by Haley Perrin, Madison Commons Reporter

Thursday, November 15th, 2012, 3:55pm

Soglin plan underway to bring good-for-you grub to low-income families

Mayor says idea stemmed from summer ‘Meet and Eat’

A food truck experiment this summer lead to the mayor establishing a council this fall to continue work bringing affordable healthy food options for low-income families.

At the first meeting of his Madison Food Policy Council on Oct. 24, National Food Day, Mayor Paul Soglin made the opening statements explaining its importance.

“In terms of the farmers’ market, we have one of the best known markets in the world,” Soglin said. “When it comes to food policy, there is this enormous gap. I see that as an opportunity to take us to another level.”

The MFPC is an extension of the Dane County board. It joins the Dane County Food Council and Coalition, but aims more to answer the question of accessibility and affordability than connecting producers to buyers, which is the focus of the county’s council and coalition.

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U.S. Secretary of Education to visit East High School

Submitted by Scott Beedy, Channel 3000 Community Editor

Friday, April 13th, 2012, 4:29pm

U.S. Secretary of Education to visit East High School

U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan will visit Madison East High School on Wednesday, April 18 at 9 a.m. to hold a town hall meeting to discuss college affordability and access with students.

"We’re thrilled to host Sec. Duncan at East High School and give our students the chance to talk directly with the country’s top education officer," said Superintendent Dan Nerad in a news release.

The district’s preliminary plan to address the achievement gap includes expansion of college academy programs and successful programs like the district’s partnership with the Boys and Girls Club through the AVID/TOPs college prep program.

Students will hear remarks from the superintendent as well as a student in the AVID/TOPs program before holding a question and answer with the secretary.

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