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This summer we are being exposed to what some describe as a triple threat. We need not be helpless or vulnerable.Wild parsnip, in red warning fonts, is described as a poisonous, invasive weed.

As a former Wisconsinite now living in northwestern Ontario and an avid Toronto Maple Leafs fan, it's hard to express in words the gesture of selflessness displayed by Madison's very own Phil Kessel in bringing the Stanley Cup to the…

The State Journal story about the rapid growth of homeless students in Madison public schools is quite alarming and will require unusually bold action if these kids are going to have any chance in life. The article detailed problems facing…

In response to the July 16 letter to the editor “Ban high-capacity assault computers,” the writer can start legitimately comparing computers to assault rifles when he can point his laptop, hit delete and kill someone across the room.

I feel strongly that congressional behavior toward President Barack Obama for the last eight years has assisted in making intolerance of black people acceptable.

In response to the July 17 letter to the editor "Income distribution is problem, not trade," I say that economic consideration is not the only basis on which our country should make international trade decisions.

The July 15 letter to the editor "Our country needs good parenting" was critical of Joe Robinson's July 9 column, "Why I won't bring my black sons to Madison." But the letter only looks at half of the parenting issue.

As we watch how today's society unfolds, we come to realize how cops sometimes make poor judgment calls. Strong emotions sometimes inhibit us from taking peaceful actions.

The Madison woman who was charged in Sept. with first-degree reckless homicide for the death of her adopted daughter in 2007 plead guilty to reduced charges Wednesday -- three weeks ahead of a previously scheduled court appearance.

MADISON - Todd Laylan, age 56, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 23, 2016. Arrangements are pending. A full obituary will appear at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

MADISON - Perine "Petie" Rudy, age 80, passed away on Thursday, June 30, 2016. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 602 Everglade Drive, Madison, on Friday, July 29, 2016, at 10:30 a.m.…

MADISON - Gertrude A. Wernecke, age 86, passed away on Saturday, July 23, 2016, at Waunakee Manor in Waunakee. Arrangements are pending.

MADISON - Jean Marie Chryst, of Edensway Road, Madison, Wis., a life long resident of Madison, died on July 20, 2016. Jean was born Aug. 12, 1935, the first child of Richard Curtis Chryst and Mildred (Esser) Chryst. She is…

VERONA - Michael P. "Mike" Tanner Sr., age 68, is finally at peace after a long struggle. He passed away on July 22, 2016, at the VA Hospice surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Texarkana, Texas, on…

MADISON - Monica P. Nee, age 99, passed away on July 23, 2016. Arrangements are pending.

BAGLEY - Dorothy E. Meng, age 87, of Bagley, Wis., passed away Friday, July 22, 2016, at the Prairie Maison Care Center in Prairie du Chien, Wis. She was born Nov. 29, 1928, in Soldiers Grove, Wis., the daughter of…

MADISON / KIEL / PULASKI - Helen VanDerven Lasek Williamson Horneck, age 98, passed away on Saturday, July 23, 2016. She was born on July 5, 1918. Helen worked various jobs but was most proud of her many years as…

MADISON - Sherman G. Geib, age 90, passed away on July 23, 2016. Arrangements are pending.

MIDDLETON - Martha C. (Acker) Schwarz, age 96, passed away on Friday, July 22, 2016, at the Waunakee Manor Health Care Center. She was born on Feb. 18, 1920, in Ashton, to Anton J. and Katherine (Kalscheuer) Acker. She married…

STOUGHTON - Anthony Michael "Tony" Ponti, age 44, who died unexpectedly on July 20, 2016, will be greatly missed by his family and friends.