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News and Events

2011

Partners On Board to Stop the Drug Overdose Epidemic

MedDrop Boxes and Events Remove 3,400 lbs of Medicines!

Safe Communities recognizes four outstanding community safety projects at its 5th Annual BeSafe Awards Luncheon

Safe Communities’ updated the Dane County Police Chiefs Association about our activities on June 9, 2011. Click here to view the PowerPoint.

2010

4th Annual BeSafe Awards Luncheon Recognizes Outstanding Projects and Partnerships

Safe Communities partners, LaFollette High School and Madison Police Department, launch Alive at 25 high school program

100 Older Adults Take Action to Stay Healthy and Independent During “Only Leaves Should Fall” Community Education Event

Safe Communities Suicide Risk Assessment Symposium Features David Mays, MD

Slow Down Campaign: view Channel 3000's coverage of the campaign launch

2009

Madison/Dane County becomes internationally designated Safe Community

Gaining Perspective at the 3rd Annual Suicide Summit

Suicide Prevention Week

2009 BeSafe Award Winners Announced

2009 Slow Down Campaign Minoqua Kickoff

2009 Slow Down Campaign Wausau Kickoff

2008

Madison Gas and Electric, HOPES McFarland, Amigosen Azul and United Way Recognized at Second Annual BeSafe Awards Luncheon

Symposia Disseminate Proven Falls Prevention Strategies

Tenney Lapham Neighborhood Association Awarded $25 to Motorists Who Drove 25 MPH During Annual Slow Down Campaign Kickoff!

Look for Bicycle, Motorcycle Safety Spots on Charter Cable

City of Stoughton Wins Public Health Award for Improving Pedestrian Safety

Dr. Andy Kosseff Receives Public Health Award for Leadership on Falls Prevention Efforts

Falls Prevention Task Force News Conference Launches Community Falls Prevention Mobilization

"Religiously Buckle Up" Message Promoted at Lenten Service

2007

First Annual BeSafe Awards Luncheon a Rousing Success

Nationwide Green Yellow Red (GYR) Campaign launched its second year at Quaker Steak and Lube’s popular Bike Night event

 

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