
Why We Continue to Use Vaccines
There has been a lot of news about vaccines and the recent changes in vaccine recommendations by certain federal agencies.

Odyssey Superstar Nicole Pecku: Compassionate Caregiving
"It was a humid summer evening and I was leaving my shift as a CNA,” writes entrepreneur and CEO Nicole Pecku in the introduction to her book, The Ultimate Guide to Establishing a Profitable Adult Family Home.

Zeeland Walsh builds belonging through restorative practices
Restorative practices offer schools a relationship-centered approach to discipline, emphasizing accountability and repairing harm over punishment.

Dr. Terri L. Young: Strengthening Ophthalmology Through Promoting Mentorship and a People-First Mindset
Dr. Terri L. Young is a gene-hunter, military brat, inclusive leader, and dedicated mentor who has created an impressive footprint in the field of ophthalmology- the medical and surgical practice of eye and vision care.
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Odyssey Superstar Nicole Pecku: Compassionate Caregiving
"It was a humid summer evening and I was leaving my shift as a CNA,” writes entrepreneur and CEO Nicole Pecku in the introduction to her book, The Ultimate Guide to Establishing a Profitable Adult Family Home.
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Community Profile & Events
Yes, We Did! Ladies Who Lunch Visit the Obama Presidential Center
Despite an overcast sky, a bus load of about 30 Madison area residents and friends traveled down Interstate 90 on their way to the Obama Presidential Center to visit the former president’s museum and library.
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Community Profile & Events
On Thursday, September 3, 2026, the Madison Development Corporation (MDC) formally opened a new set of mixed income apartments named after Madison resident, Vic Bankston.
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Dr. Terri L. Young is a gene-hunter, military brat, inclusive leader, and dedicated mentor who has created an impressive footprint in the field of ophthalmology- the medical and surgical practice of eye and vision care.
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Zeeland Walsh builds belonging through restorative practices
Restorative practices offer schools a relationship-centered approach to discipline, emphasizing accountability and repairing harm over punishment.
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Travel & Leisure
LaTasha & Zeeland Travel to Dubai and Indonesia
August 3rd, 2026 - August 9th, 2026
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Staying in the Know
Glow and Gather Reminds Us Connection Was Always Part of the Wellness Plan
Before wellness became an industry filled with expensive retreats, elaborate morning routines and supplements we cannot pronounce, Black women were finding pieces of it in each other’s living rooms.
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Staying in the Know
What Nobody Told Us About Menopause
Have you ever been in the middle of a conversation and completely forgotten what you were saying?
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Community Profile & Events
Moving Medicine Forward: A Real Conversation About Clinical Trials
We have all been impacted by illness. Whether experienced personally or through the health challenges of a loved one, we all know the hardships illness can bring to our families and communities.
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Community Profile & Events
Firefighter and paramedic Darius Green answers the call
For many emergency medical calls on Madison’s south side, firefighter and paramedic Darius Green is on the scene.
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Community Profile & Events
A Good Therapist Listens — A Great One Gets Fired
At its core, case management isn't just about resource allocation or administrative tracking, it is the continuous art of holding space for someone when their world feels entirely unmanageable.
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Community Profile & Events
Intentionally Breaking Through
If you've ever heard of a rage room, you might assume it's just about breaking things for a fun weekend outing.
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From the UMOJA Desk
Why We Continue to Use Vaccines
There has been a lot of news about vaccines and the recent changes in vaccine recommendations by certain federal agencies.





