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Yada Fair Trade + Resale
A Place to be Known Article by Alexis Venter | Photography by Ashley Hicks What may seem like a typical thrift shop could not be further from the truth when you visit Yada Fair Trade + Resale, owned and run by Beth Williams. True to the Hebrew meaning of Yada, “to know,” this Middleton non-profit seeks to give exploited and trafficked women in our community a place to be known in a meaningful way. Their mission is to help survivors move from surviving to thriving. “These women need...
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The Meaning of the Holidays
Local Perspectives on the Reason for the Season Article by Cole Spitler and Alexis Venter | Photography by Bill Martens Scott Jablonski, Parochial Administrator at St. Bernards: This season is about the holy day, Christmas, when "the Son of God became man so that we might become like God." We rediscover our dignity as people created in His image and are reminded that we all matter deeply to Him. He loves us more than we'll ever realize - so much that He sent His only-begotten son, Jesus, on...
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The Perfect Pairing
How Love, Wine, and Charity Built a Thriving Business Article by Tori Lynn | Photography by Ashley Hicks What began as a casual joke between a wine-loving couple has become a full-bodied venture for Mike and Kari Heller. Since their courtship, they’d joked about someday opening a wine bar. Today, they’re celebrating five years in business at Red & White Winebar. “We love drinking and experiencing wine. And we thought 'Let's own a business together.' Not a lot of couples could say that and be...
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Strengthening the Community
Every Season is Giving Season At Harbor Athletic Club Article by Hannah Harms | Photography by Harbor Athletic Club If you live in Middleton, you’re likely familiar with Harbor Athletic Club. Over the last four decades, it has been the central spot for community members to “Train For Life” - whether to prepare for vacation, keep up with grandkids, or college athletics. Opened in 1984 by Paul and Francine Ernst, Harbor provides a safe space for all members to enjoy a variety of athletic...
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