National and Local News
Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation, Inc. hosts 46th Annual Débutante Cotillion
The Pauline Redmond Coggs Foundation, Inc., hosted its 46th Annual Débutante Cotillion on Saturday, November 30, 2019, at the Pfister Hotel in downtown Milwaukee. This year's event was entitled, ... [Read More]
Christian Business & Professional Alliance hosts 39th Annual Débutante Cotillion
On Friday, November 29, 2019 the Christian Business and Professional Alliance hosted its 39th Annual Débutante Cotillion at the downtown Milwaukee Hilton Grand Ballroom. Six young women from the ... [Read More]
Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. makes it a Happy Thanksgiving for 1,600 families
On Tuesday, November 19, 2019 The Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI) hosted their 8th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway and Health Screenings at their MLK Heritage Health Center, 2555 N. Dr. ... [Read More]
Help for the holidays: Places in Milwaukee where you can get free meals
The holidays can be a time of happiness and festivities. But not for everyone. For some, it can be hard to feel joyful when they’re strapped for cash and struggling to buy food. Here is a ... [Read More]
Milwaukee Holiday Lights Festival kicks off with magical lineup
On Thursday, November 21, 2019, Milwaukee Downtown BID #21 hosted Milwaukee's Annual Holiday Lights Kick-Off Extravaganza to light up downtown's parks and streets for the 21st season during its ... [Read More]
Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Club hosts Veterans Clothing Drive
On Saturday, October 5, 2019, the Milwaukee North Sunrise Rotary Club and Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Services hosted a Veterans Clothing Drive at Fox Point Farmers Market North Shore Congregational ... [Read More]
Editorials
It’s the only holiday
There are several holidays that people celebrate in the world. There are ... [Read More]
Seek beauty, not ego confusion
Today is a beautiful day and you are a wonderful person. These are words people ... [Read More]
Christian Times
Monumental MBC celebrates Pastor and First Lady’s 20th Year Anniversary
Saturday, November 2, 2019, Monumental Missionary Baptist Church celebrated the ... [Read More]
Maintaining a thankful heart in the midst of trying times (Week 4)
This month, in recognition of the National Day of Thanksgiving, we have been ... [Read More]
Personal Finance and Business
Ten insider tips for new car buying
Whether you buy a new car regularly or haven't shopped for one since the invention of the minivan, the process goes more smoothly when you know what to expect. Let's start with some good news: There's ... [Read More]
Worried about saving for college? Here are the key points to consider
By Alexander Joyce As students head back to college, millions of parents are hoping their younger children someday can do the same. With the high costs of college continuing to rise and many ... [Read More]
Historic King Drive BID #8 hosts annual meeting to discuss King Drive in 2020
On Wednesday, September 25, 2019, the Historic King Drive BID #8 hosted its annual meeting at the Jewels Caribbean Restaurant, 2230 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. The purpose of the meeting was ... [Read More]
Education
Maple Tree students and staff reach for excellence
Motivating students can be one of the hardest jobs in education, but the staff ... [Read More]
Andrew Douglas Twilight Center grand opening
Milwaukee Recreation celebrated the grand opening of the Andrew Douglas Twilight ... [Read More]
MPS basketball teams ready for challengers in Fresh Coast Classic
Families looking for some fun after their Thanksgiving turkey will find it at ... [Read More]
Health and Fitness
African American boys and men in America are killing themselves and no one seems to care
By: Dr. Salvatore J. Giorgianni Jr., Men's Health Network African American ... [Read More]
Leading HIV health care organization renames as Vivent Health
On Wednesday, November 20, 2019, The AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin (ARCW) ... [Read More]
Twelve tips for staying healthy during the holidays
With the holiday season in full swing, managing your health might be the last ... [Read More]
What’s Happening?
What’s Happening in Milwaukee
MSO presents Leslie Odom, Jr.: A Holiday Special Yaniv Dinur, conductor Wednesday, December 11 Show: 7:30 p.m. The Riverside Theater 116 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53203 Leslie Odom, Jr., ... [Read More]
Mrs. O’Bee’s Toy House for Children on December 15
The Northwest Family Activity & Events center will host its fifth Mrs. O’Bee’s Toy House on Sunday, December 15, 2019, from 1-3 PM. This event is open to children 2-10 years old and must be ... [Read More]
Lifestyles
Foster care Q&A with Foundations Health & Wholeness
We asked, they answered! Foundations Health & Wholeness interviewed several of our licensed foster parents in the Greater Milwaukee Area to help shed some light on commonly asked ... [Read More]
“The Pretty One: On Life, Pop Culture, Disability, and Other Reasons to Fall in Love with Me” by Keah Brown
It’s what’s inside that counts. There’s a sentiment you’ve heard since you were a small child: don’t judge someone by their outward appearances. Look at their mind, see their heart, know who they ... [Read More]
Transitions: Men of Tomorrow welcomes new executive director and fresh new direction
In August 2019, Milwaukee native Jason Gordon became the new Executive director of Transitions: Men of Tomorrow and he has big plans for the organization, promising new leadership and new classes, the ... [Read More]
Thanks and more thanks
It is November, which means that Turkey Day is upon us. Thanksgiving is here in ... [Read More]