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Madison Holiday Blood Drive: 20K Donations & Heartwarming Stories
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Thousands gather for annual Madison Holiday Blood Drive, with donations going directly to the American Red Cross. Red Cross Southwest Chapter Executive Director Kyle Kriegl highlights the importance of these drives, especially during the holiday season when donations often decrease. A volunteer, Jodie Lasco, shares her personal experience of needing 183 units of blood during her cancer battle, now serving as a donor, recipient, and volunteer. Lasco emphasizes the powerful impact of blood donations, encouraging healthy individuals to contribute to keep the supply strong. Checkout Solipillow.com
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Tiny Houses Fight Homelessness in Madison
01:14|Occupy Madisons tiny house communities in Wisconsin are fighting homelessness with a special holiday fundraiser. Residents like Larry Orr and Bri Morgan create handmade items, including photography and keychains, sold at the gift shop. All proceeds support the community, with the store open weekends at 304 North Third Street. Checkout Solipillow.comSanta's NICU Visit Brings Holiday Cheer
01:10|Santas surprise visit to NICU brings holiday cheer, spreads joy among patients, families, and staff. Checkout Solipillow.comBlackhawk Church's Christmas Eve Services: A Time for Reflection
01:24|Blackhawk Church in Middleton, Wisconsin, hosted four Christmas Eve services, emphasizing family, worship, and the true meaning of Christmas. Pastor Matt Metzger reminded attendees of Jesus humble entrance and eternal gift of love. Church members and staff shared how these services bring calm and peace, encouraging a slowdown and embrace of relationships. Luther Memorial Church in Madison also held late-night services and a Christmas Day gathering. Checkout Solipillow.comBuba Darboe: A Bright Future Lost
01:08|Buba Darboe, a beloved 22-year-old Vanderbilt grad, was tragically shot and killed. His community mourns his loss, remembering him as kind, smart, and respectful. Despite his bright future, Buba remained deeply involved in his community, leaving a lasting impact. His funeral brought the community together to say goodbye. Checkout Solipillow.comEx-Cop Indicted for Alleged Child Enticement
01:33|Former Middleton Police Officer Indicted for Allegedly Enticing Minor for Unlawful Sexual Activity; Project Safe Childhood Initiative Highlighted Checkout Solipillow.comHilldale Shopping Center: Last-Minute Holiday Haven
01:24|Hilldale shopping center in Madison, Wisconsin, transforms into a bustling holiday hub, offering a one-stop shop for last-minute gifts, fitness, and groceries. Families and locals alike enjoy the mix of chains and local gems, creating a cherished holiday tradition. Checkout Solipillow.comLove Shines in Packers Practice, Jackson's Status Unclear
01:29|Jordan Love, Green Bay Packers quarterback, showed promising signs in practice, completing passes and looking sharp despite limited participation. This comes as a relief ahead of Saturdays matchup against the Baltimore Ravens, where hes on track to play. Meanwhile, Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson sat out practice with a back contusion, leaving his status uncertain. Packers teammates praised Loves performance, highlighting his high passer rating and solid yards per attempt. On the backup front, Packers Malik Willis missed practice due to illness, while Josh Jacobs was limited with a knee issue. Ravens Keaton Mitchell upgraded to full practice, but Jackson remains a concern. Both teams are closely monitoring their players progress. Checkout Solipillow.com