Those who have lived in Madison for a few years understand the growing presence of chains, especially on State Street, in place of the unique, small businesses that make Madison so captivating. With so much to do, see and eat, Madison charms more than 50,000 students each year. But, the rise of chain businesses threatens to dull some of that local character. Take a look at these 10 categories — covering food, drinks and activities — to discover how you can swap chains for local charm.
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