News and events for Sprecher East
An unofficial, AI-assisted guide to what’s happening on Madison’s Far East Side, gathered from public sources in one place.
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Recent News
CommunityLeaf pickup: three rounds, ending after Thanksgiving
The City picks up leaves three times per neighborhood this fall. Scheduled rounds end the week after Thanksgiving.
DevelopmentThe signal at Milwaukee Street and Sprecher Road
The new traffic signal at Milwaukee Street and Sprecher Road is on. Here’s the City’s paper trail, and where to report a problem.
CommunityWinter at Door Creek Park: what opens when it’s cold
Door Creek Park has an ice rink, ski trails and a pavilion with a fireplace. All wait for cold weather; here’s what to know.
CommunityThanksgiving week: trash days and ways to give
Thursday trash pickup moves to Wednesday and Friday’s to Monday. Plus a basket drive, a turkey trot and holiday lights.
CommunityPolice: shell casings found at Reston Heights Park
Madison police found shell casings on the park’s basketball court early Sunday, Nov. 8. No injuries or damage were reported.
DevelopmentA school on Sprecher Road? What we know
Madison’s school district owns about 21 acres on Sprecher Road and is weighing an elementary school there. Nothing is decided.
CommunityA new storm siren is coming to Door Creek Park
The City plans a new outdoor storm siren in Door Creek Park, with installation expected this winter or early spring.
CommunityMeet the officers who serve our neighborhood
Free Coffee with a Cop at Mercies Coffee on Monday, Nov. 9, at 9 a.m. Come meet the officers who serve our part of Madison.
Taxes and budgetThe 2027 City budget: vote Nov. 10
On Nov. 10 the Common Council votes on how the City will spend money next year. Here is what is proposed and how to speak up.
DevelopmentA new way onto I-94 at Milwaukee Street
Easier interstate access for most of Sprecher East, more traffic and noise for homes near the ramps. What is proposed, what is decided, and how to have a say.
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