Ripon Commonwealth Press

The SSM Health Ripon Community Hospital Auxiliary is hosting its 38th annual "Lights of Love" program, which allows individuals, groups, or businesses to purchase lights in honor or memory of loved ones. Proceeds from this year's project will fund the automation of the hospital's front entrance west door to enable easier access for patients and visitors with mobility issues. The colored lights on the large holiday tree outside the hospital shine in appreciation or recognition of a living friend, family member, or employee, while white bulbs are in memory of a loved one.