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Holly Marley-Henschen

Holly Marley-Henschen is a freelance journalist, editor and communications consultant based in Madison. Their work has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, U.S. News & World Report, Barron’s and Audiofemme, along with local publications including Madison Magazine, Isthmus, Brava, and, of course, Tone Madison. You may notice them striking yoga poses in random spots around town. Ask them to dance and sing karaoke!

Holly's Latest Articles

Kora Schultz spins poetry out of overload and trauma

The Madison-based writer's first chapbook, "strawberry hole," explores mental health, addiction, and social media.

Making The Nature Scene: Michigan’s national lakeshore is UP to something good

Backpacking through Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is a perfect chance to challenge and enjoy yourself.

Making The Nature Scene: Whopping woodpeckers and ample trails await at Kettle Moraine State Forest

The capacious nearby forest offers varied trails, birds, and camping options.

Making The Nature Scene: Baraboo’s International Crane Foundation has all the cranes

The wildlife-protecting juggernaut is reopening in May after a major renovation.

Community Fridge confronts the tension between zoning and mutual aid

The East Johnson Street mainstay provides free fresh food, but complaints put its future in doubt.

Making The Nature Scene: Mounds about town

Madison is so replete with mounds that many just walk by them—or over them.

The terror that lay the parking lot

Otherworldly sounds and torments plague a north-side resident as construction rolls on.

Jenn Shapland takes a queer lens to Carson McCullers

The author of “My Autobiography Of Carson McCullers,” will speak on February 17 via A Room of One’s Own.

Bleed Shamelessly hosts a menstruation education and celebration showcase on January 30

The group of Madison youth activists is working to end stigma and period poverty.

Making The Nature Scene: Fresh-air fixes for the pandemic winter blahs

Our new outdoor column kicks off with a bunch of ideas for winter fun.