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In the wake of eight-year-old Braeyla Valenza’s tragic death at a dangerous intersection, McFarland’s Village Board has officially approved a comprehensive traffic study to examine speed, visibility, and pedestrian safety. While temporary fixes like signs and speed monitors have been installed, residents demand more — including flashing lights — as the village grows. Complicating matters, the road lies on Dane County land, requiring collaboration. Braeyla’s grieving parents express frustration that safety measures weren’t prioritized before the accident. A community meeting is set for August 6th to hear residents’ urgent calls for change, with Braeyla’s memory driving every decision.

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