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Where to See the Best Fall Colors in Southwest Wisconsin

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The fall weather has finally begun to settle in in the southwestern portion of Wisconsin and we are ready to explore the fall foliage that is surrounding the counties throughout! After the hot summer we have had, the chilly breeze and crisp air is much appreciated. With peak colors just around the corner in southwest Wisconsin, it’s time for you to plan your trip to see the best of the best! 

3 Ways to Better Your Mental Wellness Today

Have you felt your mental wellness drop off during the COVID-19 pandemic? Or, maybe you’re experiencing effects from mild seasonal affective disorder. We are joining the national movement to raise awareness about mental wellness this May for Mental Health Awareness Month. Let’s dive into 3 ways you can better your mental wellness this year while in Wisconsin.
Wisconsin Alcohol and Drug Abuse Recovery Group Health Trust

How You Can Help Wisconsin Teens Dealing with Alcohol and Substance Abuse

Mental health and substance abuse therapist, Alex Kress, explains how getting involved in treatment services and the local recovery community can lead to positive changes for Wisconsin teens dealing with alcohol and substance use issues.
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Bullying Prevention Starts with Student Action

Wisconsin Safe Communities equips Adams-Friendship High School students with strategies to combat bullying among peers and spread positivity.
Wisconsin Women's Health Foundation First Breath Program

Four Tips to Quit Smoking from Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation

It’s hard to quit smoking – no doubt about it! But it is possible, and a good support system can make all the difference. Participants in the Wisconsin Women's Health Foundation's First Breath Program explain what helped them the most on their journey to quit smoking and the benefits that followed.
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Retired Wisconsin Police Officer Talks Openly About Suicide Prevention

My husband tells me we would be invited to more parties if I was content to tell people that I retired after 26 years of being a police officer. But, instead I feel compelled to tell people that, in my retirement, I am working hard and fast…
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Students Join the Conversation About e-Cigarettes and Vaping in Schools

To effectively address youth health issues, we need to invite youth to the table. Members of FACT are in grades 7-12 and work to spread the truth about tobacco in communities throughout the state. The program is managed by the American Lung Association and we rely heavily on guidance from the program’s Youth Board. Their valuable insights help us develop informed prevention strategies that resonate with teens.
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How Pilates Helped One Wisconsin Woman Find Her Passion

Discover Haley New's journey to become a Pilates instructor and why she believes everyone and anyone can do pilates.
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Compassion & Understanding: WI Mother Advocates Awareness for Mental Health and Addiction

Discover why Mary Rauwolf helps families who are affected by mental health and/or substance use disorders after the loss of her son.

Takeaways and Lessons Learned: A Wisconsin Woman Shares Her Cancer Story

“Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in awhile, you could miss it.” Ferris Buehler, “Ferris Buehler’s Day Off”   By Michelle Gormican Thompson    Work, kids, an insanely packed calendar…