From community fundraisers and milestone anniversaries to the human impact of immigration enforcement and a busy week of Forward Madison FC news, this week’s coverage spans local action, national implications, and cultural moments worth paying attention to. Here’s what we published.

On this week's 365 Amplified, we have yet another Sun Prairie schools update, where the former West High School principal now faces charges of failure to report child abuse -- including in a case not previously known. Plus, the Forward Madison Academy was in Minneapolis for a match last weekend, and immigration authorities grabbed the mother of one of the players. The club and soccer community have rallied to the player's aid while his mom remains in custody. Then, former Badger Freddie Owens joins the show to talk about his memoir, Echoes of Stark Park, set to be publised next month.

30th annual Souper Bowl will help build affordable housing throughout Dane County
The longtime community fundraiser returns with a mission to support affordable housing initiatives across Dane County.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County celebrates 60th anniversary with new alumni ambassadors program
The organization marked six decades of mentoring by launching a new program designed to keep former participants engaged and giving back.

Twin brothers make money magic: UW professor, his financial adviser twin brother drop children’s book
Twin brothers with careers in education and finance have teamed up to publish a children’s book aimed at building financial literacy early.

Collateral damage: The emotional toll of Trump’s immigration policies on Asian children and families
Families and advocates describe the lasting emotional harm immigration enforcement policies have had on Asian American children.

The first battle for award show domination is won — and other takeaways from the 2026 Golden Globes
This year’s Golden Globes offered early clues about the evolving awards-season landscape and shifting industry power dynamics.

Forward Madison rallies support for academy player after immigration officers detain mom in Minneapolis
The club and community responded after the mother of a Forward Madison academy player was detained following a match.

Forward Madison adds South African defender Geni Kanyane
The Flamingos announced the signing of a defender from South Africa ahead of the upcoming season.

Forward Madison adds midfielder on loan from Panama’s first division
A young midfielder from Panama’s top league joins Forward Madison on loan, bolstering the club’s midfield options.

Forward Madison elevates academy coach Patrick Nyarko to first-team assistant
Former MLS standout Patrick Nyarko has been promoted from the academy to the first-team coaching staff.

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