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Over 500 cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers came together at a Wisconsin park to celebrate life, honor those lost, and share hope. The Aurora Cancer Survivor's Day Picnic transformed a simple summer gathering into a powerful reminder that nobody fights cancer alone.
When floodwaters threatened two Wisconsin communities, neighbors showed up by the dozens to fill sandbags and protect homes. New London and Nichols turned emergency alerts into opportunities for communities to unite.
When a tornado tore through Wisconsin's Fox Cities, neighbors turned crisis into connection. Within hours, multiple organizations opened shelters, coordinated volunteers, and launched donation drives to help every affected resident recover.
After a tornado tore through Ringle, Wisconsin, the community rallied with such force that one home lost its roof and was nearly rebuilt within days. Local restaurants, churches, and volunteers from across central Wisconsin proved that disaster can bring out the best in people.
Thirty high school seniors across western Wisconsin will receive $500 each for demonstrating kindness in their communities. The scholarships reward students who make positive impacts through their actions and character.
When a secretive tech company tried to build a massive data center in Menomonie, Wisconsin, residents fought back and won. Now they've created a toolkit to help other communities do the same.
When an EF-3 tornado tore through Menasha, Wisconsin, the community response was overwhelming. From 5-year-olds wanting to help to half a million dollars raised in days, neighbors near and far are showing up for those who lost everything.
Operation HELP has kept hundreds of families housed and employed by covering emergency rent and utilities in St. Croix County. Now the all-volunteer organization just won Non-Profit of the Year for transforming crisis into stability.
As data centers spread across Wisconsin, they're creating thousands of construction jobs and hundreds of long-term careers in small towns and cities. The tech boom is transforming local economies, especially in rural areas where every new job makes a real difference.
A nonprofit in Wisconsin is planting colorful flowers in sidewalk cracks to shine a light on LGBTQ+ youth homelessness. The creative campaign offers hope while connecting communities to real solutions.
When an EF-3 tornado tore through Ringle, Wisconsin, a local radio station and hardware store teamed up to raise over $46,000 in a single day. The community showed up in droves, some waiting over an hour just to donate.
For 12 years, Wisconsin's Blue Ox Music Festival has brought musicians and fans together for a three-day celebration that feels more like a family reunion than a concert. The intimate festival in Eau Claire proves that keeping things community-focused can still attract world-class talent.
A Lutheran congregation in Wisconsin shows that communities can hold space for people with different beliefs while staying committed to inclusion. Their "Reconciling in Christ" certification welcomes LGBTQ+ families alongside members still wrestling with acceptance.
Less than 24 hours after a tornado ripped through three Wisconsin communities, hundreds of volunteers are heading to Appleton to help families rebuild their homes and lives. Teams will clear debris, rescue belongings, and bring hope to neighborhoods torn apart in minutes.
More than 100 volunteers are carving out a new mile of Wisconsin's Ice Age Trail this week, removing a dangerous highway section and opening stunning lakeside views. The project shows the power of community hands building trails for future generations.
After a legal battle, Wisconsin secured $25 million in federal funding to build 42 new electric vehicle charging stations across the state. The stations will serve communities from Hayward to Racine, keeping Wisconsin competitive in the clean energy transition.
Project Hero cyclists will complete a two-state journey this August, pedaling from Minnesota's capitol to Wisconsin's to raise awareness about traumatic brain injuries in veterans and first responders. The Madison community is invited to welcome them with free coffee and celebration.
More than 1,100 students across Wisconsin earned dean's list recognition and degrees this spring, marking academic achievements in their communities. From Ripon to Green Lake, local students are celebrating hard-earned success.
After an EF-3 tornado tore through Wisconsin communities, hundreds of volunteers from 23 states rushed in to help families rebuild. One Navy veteran whose home was damaged called their help "living proof that God exists."
After waiting 25 years to donate blood again, a military veteran finally got his chance and now gives yearly. The American Red Cross honored him and other community heroes at their 47th annual celebration in Wisconsin.
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