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February 14, 2025

Primary Primer, EatStreet Bankruptcy, and Summerfest Lineup

City Cast Madison

Primary Primer, EatStreet Bankruptcy, and Summerfest Lineup

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The City Cast Madison team is here to wrap up the week with another Friday news roundup. This week, we’re getting you prepped for next Tuesday’s primary election. We’re also got some food news: the east side Ohio Tavern is getting new owners and Madison-born food delivery startup EatStreet has filed for bankruptcy. Plus, why did the county’s pick for a new Human Services director withdraw her acceptance? We’ve got all of that and this year’s Summerfest lineup on today’s show.

Mentioned on the show:

State Superintendent Underly says she’s a champion in a time of chaos [Cap Times]

State superintendent challenger Jeff Wright says new leadership needed [Cap Times]

State superintendent candidate Brittany Kinser on literacy, school choice, public school funding [Wisconsin Examiner]

Madison spring election: Q&A with District 9 City Council candidates [Cap Times]

Madison spring election: Q&A with District 10 City Council candidates [Cap Times]

Madison spring election: Q&A with District 12 City Council candidates [Cap Times]

Find your polling place and ballot information here [MyVote Wisconsin]

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