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A Case of Caring & Sharing Video included

WKOW awards July's Jefferson Award to Linda Hughes. More>>

Red Cross Real Heroes: Janie Lynaugh Video included

WKOW has partnered with the American Red Cross to honor people who have made a difference in our communities. They are this year's 'Red Cross Real Heroes.' We honor a woman who seemingly does it all; from helping the homeless to feeding the hungry. Janie Lynaugh is 'Someone You Should Know.' More>>

All in the family Video included

A family-run Janesville restaurant is doing well despite down economy.

The Pit Stop is a favorite for high school students and business professionals alike. More>>

A Love for Art Video included

To say Lou Ann Petersen is passionate about art would be an understatement. More>>

Dedicated Volunteer Video included

Randy Rice is one of about 400 volunteers that make Rhythm & Booms a success. More>>

Helping the homeless Video included

A Janesville woman spends one night a month away from her own comfortable bed to help others down on their luck.

Kathy Schumacher is July's Jefferson Award recipient. More>>

UPDATE: Reedsburg teen gets national recognition Video included

Reedsburg teen holds old prescription pill collection to keep them out of the water and the teen's hands. More>>

Baking Magic for Kids Video included

Benefiting Capital Candlelighters and kids with cancer. More>>

The Duckmobile

Madison woman glued rubber duckies all over her car to make people smile. More>>

Dedicated Meals on Wheels Driver Video included

Bob Eby has delivered for Home Health United's Meals on Wheels program since 1997. More>>

Madison woman up for national volunteering award

Jackie Millar is in the running for the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Award for outstanding public service. More>>

Feeding the Hungry Video included

Since day one, Dave and Jeanne Zastrow have coordinated volunteers and donations for the Waterloo/Marshall Food Pantry. More>>

Madison's Dog Whisperer

Patricia McConnell trains pets and their owners. More>>

From a Life of Drugs to Being a Role Model

Jackie Hunt turned her life around and is giving back to the community. More>>

Delivering the News

For the past 52 years, Wendell and Vi Smith have published the weekly town paper, The Progressive. More>>

Sun Prairie woman is national spokeswoman for Go Red

Jennifer Engel made major lifestyle changes to ultimately save her life. More>>

Restoring History

Rick Gloe restores wood burning stoves from the late 1800's and early 1900's. More>>

Extreme Donation Video included

Patch Products played a role in ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition that will air Sunday. More>>

Putting a face on Crohn's Disease

Two area teens are putting a face on an uncomfortable topic, Crohn's disease. More>>

The Co-op Bread Lady

Dolores Kamm has baked bread for Willy Street Co-op for 33 years. More>>

Candy man Joel Bernhard Video included

Joel's positive outlook has helped him not only succeed in life, but also in business. More>>

Tragedy leads to Teen Safe Rides

Two teens died in a drunk driving accident. Now, Waunakee teens have an option for a safe ride home. More>>

Remembering Jason Skaanning

The tragic end to her son's life motivated Pam Skaanning to give back. More>>

Sharing a Love for the Outdoors

Jon Hillmer partners young hunters with mentors through to keep the tradition alive in Wisconsin. More>>

Holiday Light Tradition Continues

Dr. Jack Kammer started the University Avenue Holiday Lights display. More>>

Recreating History Video included

In New Glarus, there is a company making a name for themselves, one blade at a time. More>>

Surviving Pancreatic Cancer Video included

Bob Harris is the longest known pancreatic cancer survivor in Wisconsin. More>>

Love, Choices, & Foregiveness Part 2

Jackie Millar tells her story in hopes of reaching teens before they make a bad choice that lands them in prison. More>>

Jackie Millar: Ultimate forgiveness

Only on 27 News at 10, Diana Henry shares with us Jackie's message for teens today with help from the man who tried to kill her. More>>

Love, choices & forgiveness Video included

Jackie Millar forgave the man who shot her and is on a mission of restorative justice. More>>

50 years of saving lives

He doesn't just own the local grocery store, but also helps save lives with Spring Green's EMS. More>>

Red Cross Real Hero

WKOW has partnered with the American Red Cross to honor people and organizations that have gone above and beyond the call of duty. In our final feature of this year's Red Cross real heroes, we learn why More>>

Pets helping pets by donating blood Video included

Animals need blood transfusions too; local dogs are doing their part. More>>

Sharing stories of breast cancer survival

Over 2.5 million women have survived the battle with breast cancer. One of them is sharing her journey in hopes of helping others: Gail Konop Baker is Someone You Should Know. More>>

Medical mission to Cuba

When it comes to taking care of people-- borders don't matter for healthcare professionals, making St. Mary's president Frank Byrne Someone You Should Know. More>>

Lancaster man on a mission of diabetes awareness

Ray Ropers' volunteer efforts to spread awareness about diabetes make him September's Jefferson award recipient and 'Someone You Should Know.' More>>

Saving a life one donation at a time Video included

Madison man has given blood more than 600 times. More>>

A Different Perspective

Kricket Jewett says she has an advantage when searching for a missing person, reaching places others on foot or ATV can't. More>>

Randy Logan lives life to the fullest

Randy has SMA Type II, a neuromuscular disease & says MDA has helped save his life. More>>

Helping to rebuild New Orleans

Recognizing one Madison woman's commitment and compassion for victims of Hurricane Katrina. More>>

Treasure Hunt Could Save Sue Anne Howery's Life

Howery is one of 10 finalists for Curacao treasure hunt for $500,000. More>>

Remembering our Troops

Jordyn Schara is never far from fighting for a social cause. More>>

Friends share soap box derby success

For two 11 year olds, Maija Liimatainen and Ellie Erb, the summer of 2009 will be one to remember. More>>

Mary Anderson selected for Jefferson Award

Mary Anderson helped thousands by founding southcentral Wisconsin Azheimer's Association. More>>

Red Cross Real Hero: Bev Vaillancourt Video included

Bev Vaillancourt's Disaster Assistance Team training was put to the test last year. More>>

Living with ALS

Dan DeLong's positive attitude makes him "Someone You Should Know." More>>

Alivia's Gift

Liz and Nathan Quinn are taking their grief and turning it into help for others. More>>

Family on a Mission

Foreclosure leads to 2 year mission in Africa. More>>

Local stuntman gets role in Public Enemies movie

Jason Huett is thrilled to play a small role in movie filmed in Wisconsin. More>>

Dr. Darren Bean's Legacy

Dr. Bean wanted to hold up the world, save lives and live for the moment. More>>

Jim Thorpe helped train Afghan police officers

Thorpe hopes to dispel myths about Afghanistan and its people. More>>

Red Cross Real Hero

WKOW has partnered with the American Red Cross to honor people and organizations who have gone above and beyond the call of duty. More>>

The Top Lady

The Top Lady proudly displays 7,000 tops at the Top Museum.  Some you even get to play with. More>>

Avery Erb is "Someone You Should Know"

Teen excels at school and helps out at home more than most. More>>

Madison teen wins national trumpet competition

Ansel Norris has found his passion and hopefully his career through a trumpet. More>>

Jelly Belly's Candy man

He's the 4th generation to work at Jelly Belly.  Bill Kelley is "Someone You Should Know." More>>

Editorial cartoonist hopes to evoke emotion

It may not be the reason why you read the paper-- but they certainly catch your eye as you flip through.  Editorial cartoons take current events and bring them to life. More>>

David Bacco creates chocolate master pieces

David Bacco will celebrate the one year anniversary of opening his store in Hilldale Shopping Center next month. More>>

Packing a box with hope

It's obviously not about the boxes, but what's inside them that matters.  Jan Kicmol can attest to that. More>>

The Yapps retire after 40 years in Mt. Horeb

Wayne Yapp sews his last stitch in Mt. Horeb; retiring as a tailor after 60 years. More>>

Helping one clinic at a time

Mulu Yayehyirad is helping her hometown with the most basic medical attention needs. More>>

Turning 100 and still counting!

Mary Krueger is Someone You Should Know More>>

Living with food allergies

Sheree Godwin founded Food Allergy Association of Wisconsin to help families live with food allergies. More>>

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