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One of the best moments of the year for us at WayForward is the day when students who participate in our annual Back to School Program get to choose their backpacks and pick up supplies. The excitement is palpable! We’re still thinking about the kindergartener last year who was so thrilled to get a new backpack featuring his favorite character, Sonic the Hedgehog.

The Middleton Common Council authorized conditional approval of the Second Addition to Redtail Ridge — provided the developer can complete a series of contingencies by July 31.

Rejecting a staff recommendation to deny the final plat, the Middleton Common Council voted to postpone action on the first addition to Redtail Ridge between High Road and Pheasant Branch Road until July 2.

TOWN OF MIDDLETON – The town board is quietly going about monitoring airplane noise from aircraft using the Middleton Municipal Airport – Morey Field.

Visitors and workers are welcome in Downtown Middleton — as long as they park two hours at a time?

Nine organizations received grants of $1,000 each from the Middleton Endowment’s spring grant award cycle, a representative from the endowment announced July 2 at the Middleton Common Council meeting.

The trustees of the Middleton Good Neighbor Festival have been busy since the end of last year’s festival planning for 2024.  With summer fully under way, planning is kicking into high gear.

The City of Middleton will spend $137,700 to enter into an agreement with Strand Associates to study two intersections along Century Avenue in Middleton as well as Lake Street for possible traffic signal upgrades and design improvements.

CROSS PLAINS – Residential monthly water rates here will increase next week by 38% or $13.57 to fund recently completed water system improvements, according to the Public Service Commission. 

Middleton Bike Park has always been a hidden gem for cycling enthusiasts, but now, with its new asphalt pump track unveiling, it’s taking center stage. Nestled against the scenic backdrop of Middleton, the park offers an exhilarating mix of trails and challenges that promise to cater to riders of all skill levels.