One Community Bank Invests in Education: $5,000 Contribution to Monona Grove Education Foundation

December 2, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
Ameilia Abraham
One Community Bank
608-838-3141
aabraham@onecommunity.bank

One Community Bank Invests in Education: $5,000 Contribution to Monona Grove Education Foundation

(December 2024) – Continuing its mission to invest in communities, One Community Bank is thrilled to announce a $5,000 donation match to the Monona Grove Education Foundation (MGEF) CARES Campaign. For any donations made in the month of December, OCB will match up to $5,000. The CARES Campaign centers on children, awareness, resources, education, and stability. Funds raised through this annual initiative will directly support teachers and students within the Monona Grove School District, fostering a stronger and more resilient educational community.

“This is an incredible opportunity to support and invest in the communities of Cottage Grove and Monona,” said Dan Carey, Chief Commercial Officer at One Community Bank. “We are thrilled to contribute to the CARES Campaign and help create lasting benefits for students, teachers, and families. We look forward to this being just the beginning of a strong and impactful partnership with the Monona Grove Education Foundation and the Monona Grove School District, working together to build a brighter future for our community.”

The Monona Grove Education Foundation provides opportunities in and out of the classroom to better educate and prepare students for life after graduation. MGEF runs five different programs within the school district, including the Pay It Forward Campaign, Monona Grove Weekend Snack Pack Program, Summer Scholarship Program, MGEF Teacher Innovation Grants, and the Rundle Starting Line Fund.

“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to One Community Bank for their generous investment in MGEF,” said Jason McCutchin, President of the Monona Grove Education Foundation. “Their contribution to the CARES Campaign will make a significant, positive impact on our students, adding an extra layer of excitement and support to their educational journey.”

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One Community Bank is one of the largest community banks in south central Wisconsin. The locally owned bank has 16 bank locations and $2.2 billion in assets. It provides both personal and business banking solutions, with an intense focus on serving clients, supporting colleagues, and investing in its communities. Six years in a row named one of Madison’s best places to work, One Community Bank serves the communities of Oregon, McFarland, Cottage Grove, Waunakee, Stoughton, Sun Prairie, Middleton, Adams, Oxford, Grand Marsh, Hillsboro, La Farge, Readstown, Wonewoc, and Union Center. Member FDIC.

Downtown Madison: Introducing: Sip & Glow – A King Street Holiday Block Party

DOWNTOWN MADISON, WI – Madison’s Central Business Improvement District (BID) is excited to introduce Downtown Madison’s newest holiday tradition: Sip & Glow – A King Street Holiday Block Party. Join us on Friday, December 6, from 6-9 p.m. on the 100 blocks of King Street and S. Pinckney Street for live music, a holiday craft market, food and beverage specials, an ugly sweater contest and more!

A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit YWCA Madison, located at 101 E. Mifflin St. YWCA Madison is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. Their work is holistic and aims to empower marginalized communities, especially women and girls of color, while working to dismantle structural barriers to equity.

“We at YWCA Madison are incredibly grateful to our downtown neighbors on King Street for uplifting our mission and standing with us in the ongoing journey of eliminating racism and empowering women,” said Gery Paredes Vásquez, YWCA Madison CEO. “Thank you so much for your support!”

PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES

The Majestic, The Rigby, D’Vino, WOOFS, Good News Cafe and Ice Cream, Tipsy Cow, Settle Down Tavern, Oz by Oz, Ancora Cafe + Bakery, Maduro, Merchant and Lucille

HOLIDAY CRAFT VENDORS

• Youa Lor
• Sweet Space Studio
• Matt Perrin Photography
• Welcoming Simplicity Co
• Happy Hooksters
• tiny tuna
• University Embroidery

UGLY SWEATER CONTEST

Come dressed to (un)impress in your ugliest holiday sweater! Find the Downtown Madison table in the holiday market to enter the contest for a suggested $3 donation to YWCA Madison. Ugly Sweater judging begins at 8 p.m. sharp. Must be present to win. Winners will receive a special gift from The Rigby, D’Vino, WOOFS, Good News Cafe and Ice Cream, Tipsy Cow, Ancora Cafe + Bakery, Maduro, Merchant or Lucille. Don’t have an ugly sweater? Wisconsin Historical Society has you covered with their Sip & Craft event earlier in the evening. Bring a sweater, roll up your sleeves and make it ugly while sipping Mocktails in the History Maker Space! (Tickets required.)

SPECIAL THANKS

Shine On Madison events and programming are produced by Madison’s Central Business Improvement District, with generous support from: Madison Gas & Electric, UW Madison Community Relations, Madison National Life (a Horace Mann Company), Steve Brown Apartments, Don’s Home Furniture, Chapter Madison and Park Bank.

MADISON’S CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (BID)

The BID represents more than 360 businesses and 220 property owners. It works to provide services above and beyond the basic city taxpayer responsibility to generate an inviting, safe and inclusive entertainment and business destination that draws people from all parts of the city, county, and the world.

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Agrace Offers Grief Support Group for Young Adults in January

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 2, 2024

Contact:
Liz Kopling, Assistant Vice President, Marketing & Communications
Office: (608) 327-7219
Cell: (608) 772-9653
Liz.kopling@agrace.org

Agrace Offers Grief Support Group for Young Adults in January

MADISON, Wis. – Local adults and children in southern Wisconsin who are grieving can find hope and healing through the grief support specialists at Agrace.

This January, Agrace grief specialists will host a Young Adult Grief Support Group. This group provides emotional and peer support in a professionally led setting and requires advance registration.

The Young Adult Grief Support Group is for anyone aged 18 to 30+ who is grieving the death of a loved one, including a parent, child, spouse, sibling or friend. The group meets once a month, and participants can attend as often as they feel the need for support. In January, the group will meet on Wednesday, January 8, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., via Zoom.

There is no fee for this support group if a participant’s family member was served by Agrace Hospice Care or another hospice within the past 12 months. For others, the cost to attend is $20 per session, and the fee can be reduced or waived if needed.

One-on-one grief support is also available in-person, by phone or video chat. This service is open to anyone, even if the person who died did not receive hospice care.

To register for the group, visit Agrace.org/GriefGroups, call (608) 327-7110, or email griefsupport@agrace.org.

Founded in 1978, Agrace is a nonprofit, community-supported health care organization dedicated to providing high-quality care and support to people who are aging, ill, dying or grieving. With offices in Madison, Dodgeville, Janesville, Baraboo and Oconomowoc. Agrace serves 1,800 patients and clients across southern Wisconsin every day. 

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SupraNet Powers Bayview Residents with High-Speed Connectivity Solutions

Madison, WI – Nov. 21, 2024 – SupraNet is paving the way for high-speed Internet access in Madison’s affordable housing communities, recently completing the final phase of its work for the Bayview redevelopment, located in the Greenbush neighborhood in Madison, WI. This multi-year initiative ensures residents can move in with seamless Internet connectivity, requiring no additional purchases or equipment installation.

“We tried to make the experience as simple and seamless as possible for the families; and I believe we succeeded,” said Brad Stone, Outside Plant Manager of SupraNet. Learn more about the network and project viewing the case study.

The Bayview development is a prime example of SupraNet’s commitment to affordable Internet, a need expressed by Bayview residents early on. 

“As we listened to residents voice their needs and concerns, it became clear that reliable Internet access wasn’t just a preference—it was a necessity. Residents highlighted quality internet as a basic need, as a critical pathway for access to education, information, employment and financial security,” said Alexis London, Director of the Bayview Foundation.

Xong Vang, Bayview Housing Coordinator, highlighted the impact on residents: “The support provided to our residents by SupraNet has been exceptional. Many of our residents are experiencing Wi-Fi for the first time, allowing them to connect with the world and communicate in ways they couldn’t before. Elders can now see loved ones overseas via Zoom, children can complete schoolwork and access educational content, and adults can enjoy online entertainment. Here at Bayview, Wi-Fi service is recognized as a valuable privilege, made possible through our partnership with SupraNet. Since the beginning of our redevelopment, I have closely collaborated with Vince, Brian, and Travis, and their commitment remains unwavering as we move forward in our project.”

SupraNet worked closely with Horizon Develop Build Manage (Horizon) to ensure the installation process went smoothly, overcoming several rare challenges. “The Bayview development was a multi-year, multi-building project that had some unique requirements and constraints for our teams. Tight coordination of all of our schedules and responsibilities was key in our ability to make our timelines. SupraNet’s experience; their expertise and adaptability were crucial in meeting the project’s goals,” said Scott Kwiencinski,  VP of Horizon.

In addition to Bayview, SupraNet works with other affordable housing developments in Madison. By using a bulk model, the company reduces the cost of Internet access for each apartment, ensuring that more residents can benefit from high-quality connectivity.

SupraNet is currently installing Internet at Rise, a Wisconsin Housing Preservation Corp development and Madison’s largest affordable housing development to date. Some of the other buildings SupraNet supports include  Ella Apartments, Generations at Union Corners, and Valor on Washington, The Ace Apartments and several Common Wealth Development properties. These projects demonstrate SupraNet’s ongoing commitment to providing essential services that support residents’ daily lives and opportunities. 

Bryan Chan, Founder and CEO of SupraNet, emphasized the importance of digital inclusion in combating the housing crisis: “The Internet is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity. It is a lifeline for all families, providing opportunities for personal growth, access to education, and connections to the community. We are so proud to have partnered on these developments to make this vision a reality.”

SupraNet looks forward to continuing its mission of providing essential Internet services to those who need it most. 

About Supranet Communications

Celebrating 30 years in business in 2024, Supranet Communications is a locally owned and operated Internet service provider headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin. Since 1994, Supranet has been providing businesses and residents with reliable and affordable Internet access, starting with dial-up services, transitioning to wireless Internet and now operates its own local fiber-optic network. Supranet is committed to delivering exceptional customer service and supporting the local community.

Contact:

SupraNet Communications
8000 Excelsior Dr. Suite 204
Mary Jane Connor or Rachel Whitmore
608.836.0282
mjc@supranet.net
supranet.net

Per Mar Security Services Receives 2024 Premier Security Dealer of the Year Award from Resideo

Contact:  

Jordin Wilson

Director of Marketing, Per Mar Security Services  
(563) 344-7313  

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

November 21, 2024 

PER MAR SECURITY SERVICES RECEIVES 2024 PREMIER SECURITY DEALER OF THE YEAR AWARD FROM RESIDEO

DAVENPORT, Iowa – Per Mar Security Services, a leading provider of comprehensive security solutions for residential and commercial customers, has been honored with the 2024 Premier Security Dealer of the Year award by Resideo at its 35^th Annual CONNECT customer event. The award honors the company’s dedication to growth, demonstrates true team performance, and delivers exceptional security solutions.

Brian Duffy, CEO of Per Mar, expressed his gratitude for the recognition: “It is an honor to be recognized as Resideo’s Premier Partner of the Year.  We are fortunate to be supported by such a great organization and we will continue to grow together in the future.”

With a brand promise of protecting what matters most, Resideo is a leading global provider of home comfort and security solutions, offering trusted brands like Honeywell Home and First Alert.

Per Mar remains committed to delivering innovative, reliable security solutions that protect what matters most to their customers.

Quentin Gunther (left), Brian Duffy (center), Mike Maher (right)

About Per Mar Security Services 

Established in 1953, Per Mar Security Services is the largest, family-owned, full-service security company in the Midwest with more than 3,000 team members, operating in 26 branch locations. The company provides full-service security solutions for homes and businesses including security officer services, smart home automation, burglar and fire alarms, access control, security cameras, alarm monitoring, intelligent video monitoring, investigative services, and background checks. For more information about Per Mar, please visit permarsecurity.com.