Verona, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Verona, Wisconsin
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Verona post office
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Location of Verona in Dane County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Dane |
| Area | |
| • Total | 7.55 sq mi (19.57 km2) |
| • Land | 7.48 sq mi (19.38 km2) |
| • Water | 0.07 sq mi (0.18 km2) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 14,030 |
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13,233 |
| • Density | 1,768.41/sq mi (682.75/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
53593
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| Area code(s) | 608 |
| FIPS code | 55-82600 |
| Website | www.ci.verona.wi.us |
Verona is a city in Dane County, Wisconsin, United States. It is home to about 14,000 people. The city is located about 10 miles southwest of Madison. It is part of the larger Madison area.
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History of Verona
Verona was named after Verona, New York. It officially became a village in 1921. Later, in 1978, it became a city.
A long time ago, Verona had a special hospital. It was for people who needed extra care due to old age, illness, or other conditions. This hospital opened in 1882 and closed in 1973. The building was taken down in 2006.
Between 1890 and 1910, there was also a small place for people with a rare skin condition. Today, this area is a dog park.
Geography and Nature
Verona is located at 42°59′23″N 89°32′7″W / 42.98972°N 89.53528°W. The city covers about 6.36 square miles. Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Natural Features to Explore
Verona has several interesting natural spots.
- The Verona Sugar River Valley
- The Badger Mill Creek
- The Sugar River State Trail
- A section of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail also runs through Verona. This trail shows how glaciers shaped the land long ago.
Weather and Tornadoes
Verona has experienced several tornadoes.
- On July 22, 2010, an EF1 tornado hit the city.
- Another EF1 tornado struck on June 9, 2011, with winds up to 90 mph.
- On June 16, 2014, a stronger EF3 tornado passed through. It affected Country View Elementary School and nearby areas. Luckily, no one was hurt. The school was rebuilt quickly.
- On July 29, 2021, two more tornadoes hit Verona. One was an EF1 with 93 mph winds, and the other was an EF0 with 85 mph winds.
People of Verona
The city of Verona has grown a lot over the years. In 1930, there were only 455 people. By 2020, the population had grown to 14,030.
Verona's Population in 2020
In 2020, there were 14,030 people living in Verona. There were 6,016 households.
- About 88.8% of the people were White.
- About 2.3% were Asian.
- About 5.7% were of two or more races.
- About 4.2% were Hispanic or Latino.
The age groups in Verona were:
- 27.2% were under 18 years old.
- 59.6% were between 18 and 65 years old.
- 13.2% were 65 or older.
There were slightly more males (52.0%) than females (48.0%).
Verona's Population in 2010
In 2010, Verona had 10,619 people. There were 4,223 households.
- About 93.3% of people were White.
- About 2.5% were Asian.
- About 2.4% were Hispanic or Latino.
About 39.4% of households had children under 18. The average household had 2.50 people. The average family had 3.09 people. The average age in Verona was 37.4 years.
Verona Public Library
Verona opened a new public library in 2006. It was built in the Prairie School style of architecture. The library offers nice views of Badger Prairie Park. The land for the library was traded with Dane County. This trade helped install water pipes in the park.
Schools in Verona
The Verona Area School District serves the city. It includes several schools for students of all ages.
- Verona Area High School
- Badger Ridge Middle School
- Savanna Oaks Middle School
- Verona Area Core Knowledge Charter School
- Country View Elementary School
- Glacier Edge Elementary School
- New Century Charter School
- Stoner Prairie Elementary School
- Sugar Creek Elementary School
- Verona Area International School
Businesses and Jobs
Verona is home to some important companies.
- Epic Systems Corporation: This company creates computer systems for hospitals and doctors' offices. It helps manage patient information.
- Attainment Company: This company makes school materials. They also create tools to help people with disabilities communicate better.
Famous People from Verona
Many talented people have lived in Verona.
- William Charlton: A Wisconsin politician and farmer.
- Casey FitzRandolph: An Olympic medalist in speed skating.
- Benjamin Heckendorn: Known for modifying video game consoles.
- Phil Kessel: An NHL hockey player.
- Wayne Morse: A U.S. Senator from Oregon.
- Ben Rortvedt: An MLB baseball player.
- Nick Schmaltz: An NHL hockey player.
- Jack Skille: An NHL hockey player.
- Derek Stanley: A former NFL football player.
- Neil Walker: An Olympic medalist in swimming.
- Henry F. Wilke: A Wisconsin politician and postmaster.
See also
In Spanish: Verona (Wisconsin) para niños
