Melanin Minded, LLC, hosts musical tribute to the late Deloris Pitts
On November 8, 2024, Melanin Minded, LLC., hosted its 3rd annual gala at Direct Supply, honoring the memory of Deloris Pitts and celebrating community resilience in caregiving. The gala recognized several honorees including Thelma Lock,…
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Word of Hope Ministries Inc., hosts ‘Cohort 8 Diverse Business Summit and Graduation’
Photos by Yvonne Kemp On Saturday, October 19, 2024, Word of Hope Ministries Inc. hosted Diverse Business Summit and Graduation at the Baird Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave. The event was the culmination of the…
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The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra presents magical holiday entertainment, all month
December is an exciting month at the Bradley Symphony Center, but the musicians of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra (MS0) aren’t the only ones spreading holiday cheer in Allen-Bradley Hall. Since its opening on Wisconsin Avenue…
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Honoring our veterans: A celebration of heroes
Photos by Yvonne Kemp On Thursday, November 7, 2024, an outstanding Veterans Day program was held at the Milwaukee War Memorial, 750 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr. The program was hosted by WTMJ4’s Andrea Williams and…
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Editorials
A litany of Thanksgiving
On this Thanksgiving, I share once again the beautiful prayer of great black theologian Howard Thurman, A Litany of Thanksgiving. For many years I always made Thanksgiving dinner for our whole family and for friends…
Be thankful and grow
Thanksgiving season is here in the USA. Many people are making plans to visit family in other cities. Supermarkets are stocking up on turkeys and hams for consumption by hungry customers. Even if you do…
Christian Times
Zion Hill hosts appreciation celebration for Dr. Rev. Russell B. and First Lady Jenell Williamson
Photos by Yvonne Kemp Dr. Rev. Russell B. Williamson and First Lady Jenell Williamson celebrated 38 years serving God’s People. The program was held at Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 1825 W. Hampton Ave., on…
Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church recognizes church members who are 90 years or older in ‘Golden Circle’
Photo by Yvonne Kemp On Sunday, September 29, 2024, Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 2207 North Second St., where the pastor is Rev. Louis E. Sibley, III, held its annual “Senior Recognition and Celebration” for…
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Personal Finance and Business
Nine smart ways to spend your tax refund
How to spend the money mindfully Receiving a large tax refund can feel like you won the lottery. For many of us, it’s the biggest paycheck we receive all year. That’s a lot of “extra”…
An introduction to Roxie Hendon: Real estate agent, title closer, sales agent and educator
I am a Milwaukee native who grew up in what is considered one of the worst zip codes for black families in the country-53206. I was raised in a two-parent, blended household with my mom…
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Education
Milwaukee Recreation reopens Twilight Center at North Division HS
Beginning Monday, November 11, 2024, Milwaukee Recreation is returning to North Division High School for Twilight Center programming. Following the summer and fall closure of the Twilight Center at North Division due to construction in…
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Student job board is open to employers and MPS students
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has a new Student Job Board to help connect employers and students. Employers are continuing to create accounts and add positions. Students can browse part-time and summer jobs and find youth…
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Health and Fitness
Ten black parenting perspectives on ADHD
It might be difficult for parents with neurodiverse children to leap into homeschooling. Many U.S. public schools aren’t equipped to handle children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), which can lead to victimization, emotional distress,…
How to set clear boundaries with alcohol and other drugs
By RISE Drug Free MKE It’s simplistic to think that “just say no” is the best way to avoid developing a problem with alcohol and other drugs. It didn’t work back in the 1980s, and…
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What's Happening?
Vice President Harris hosts ‘When We Vote We Win’ rally
Photos by Yvonne Kemp On Friday, November 1, 2024, Vice President Kamala Harris campaigned in Milwaukee, hosting a “When We Vote We Win” rally and concert as a part of the Harris-Walz campaign’s push to…
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Former President Bill Clinton meets Milwaukee faith leaders prior to election day
Photos by Yvonne Kemp On Thursday, October 31, 2024, former President William “Bill” Clinton spoke at the Institute for the Preservation of African American Music and Arts, 3200 W. Hampton Ave., at an event targeting…
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Lifestyles
Handy Hacks to Take the Stress Out of Holiday Hosting
Photo courtesy of Shutterstock FAMILY FEATURES Hosting is a big responsibility, especially during the holidays when the pressure is on to create a magical and memorable experience. Planning a menu and decorating for the occasion…
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Books by black authors we can’t wait to read in September 2024
Beach season may be coming to an end, but the great books keep on coming. September is loaded with titles by brilliant black authors for all ages and lovers of every genre. This month features…
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