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Legend was trying to save Antwon, according to the Black Men Coalition of Dane County, where the boys had been involved in the coalitions baseball program.

Antwon Amos Jr., 6, and his 8-year-old brother Legend Sims ventured onto the pond in Sun Prairie after the school bus dropped them off Friday afternoon, the Wisconsin State Journal reported, citing police and loved ones.

Legend was trying to save Antwon, according to the Black Men Coalition of Dane County, where the boys had been involved in the coalitions baseball program.

A GoFundMe for a mother whose two young sons died after falling through a Wisconsin pond’s thin ice last week is surging with donations.

“Their bright smiles, infectious laughter and boundless energy touched the lives of all who knew them.”

Legend was trying to save Antwon, according to the Black Men Coalition of Dane County, where the boys had been involved in the coalitions baseball program.

NORWAY — To help nonprofits fulfill their missions and help those in need, Norway Savings Bank awarded $1,055,500 to 355 nonprofits in 2023. This year, $750,000 was paid out, while another $305,500 will be distributed through multi-year grants. In December, the bank made 19 surprise ‘Helping Hands gifts’ to deserving organizations, totaling $20,000. These nonprofits […]

NORWAY — To help nonprofits fulfill their missions and help those in need, Norway Savings Bank awarded $1,055,500 to 355 nonprofits in 2023. This year, $750,000 was paid out, while another $305,500 will be distributed through multi-year grants. In December, the bank made 19 surprise ‘Helping Hands gifts’ to deserving organizations, totaling $20,000. These nonprofits […]

This is story of Mary, Joe and their newborn in Chicago on Christmas, as written by the late Mike Royko in 1966.

Santa returns to Madison Children’s Museum for family photos! In honor of this VIP visit, the museum is open for free all day on December 2 with special holiday-themed crafts in the Art Studio. Madison Reading Project will give away children’s books while supplies last. All activities, including photos with Santa, are free. This event is presented in partnership with the Progress Center for Black Women. As Santa’s time at the museum is limited (9:30 am–3:30 pm), registration is required ...