Curt Bland: Madison’s leap year baby

Mickey Starling  reporter3@greenepublishing.com Madison native Curt Bland turns a youthful 64-years-old on Thursday, Feb. 29. Growing up as a leap year baby came with plenty of teasing from friends and family. “I despised it as a kid,” recalls Bland, who has since learned to have fun with his rare birthday. Less than one percent of the population have Feb. 29 as their birthday. “I can finally get my driver’s license this year,” joked Bland in recognition of his 16th celebration