AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoState Fair Shake-Up: The Wisconsin State Fair confirmed the Beach Boys won’t perform in 2026, and refunds are already rolling out for the Aug. 16 concert (plus other summer shows are being paused/canceled as the band “takes a short break”). Madison Protests & Accountability: After a Madison police shooting killed Corey Ruiz, protests kept growing and candidates traded sharp words over whether the incident was an “execution,” while officials pushed for calm and an independent review. Local Arts/Community Events: AtwoodFest was canceled for the weekend as neighbors mourn and regroup after the same shooting near Williamson and Baldwin. Wisconsin Sports & Media: UW Athletics is partnering with Good Karma Brands for Milwaukee-area radio broadcast rights, and the Brewers open a Friday series vs. the Rockies with a special Alumni Legends Game afterward. Food & Culture: Alice in Dairyland’s 79th pick, Anastasia Poull, shared her ice cream favorites ahead of statewide stops. Business/Heritage: Green Lake’s Heidel House property is set for a redevelopment plan with a new hotel condo building and homes.
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