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August 31st, 2026

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Milwaukee Brewers Honor CC Sabathia and Dave Parker with Wall of Honor induction

On Friday, May 8, 2026, the Milwaukee Brewers honored two baseball legends inducting CC Sabathia and Dave Parker into the team's Wall of Honor at American Family Field. Their contributions to the franchise were recognized on-field with a pre-game video and ceremonial first pitches by Sabathia and Parker family members ahead of the Brewers' matchup against the New York … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers Honor CC Sabathia and Dave Parker with Wall of Honor induction

Trailblazing Black Milwaukee Physician Dr. William Finlayson Dies at 101

Dr. William Finlayson, one of Milwaukee's trailblazing Black doctors, has died. Finlayson's family announced his death on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. Finlayson was the first Black obstetrician at St. Joseph's and Mt. Sinai hospitals in Milwaukee. He delivered thousands of babies in his 50-plus-year medical career. He also marched for civil rights alongside his friend and … [Read more...] about Trailblazing Black Milwaukee Physician Dr. William Finlayson Dies at 101

WGBSC, Inc.’s Spring Session Held at New Hope Baptist Church

The Wisconsin General Baptist State Convention, Inc./State Congress of Christian Education under the direction of the Reverend Keith T. Evans, Convention President, Reverend James Ivy, Congress President, and Mrs. Emma Brooks, Congress Dean was held at the New Hope Baptist Church where Reverend Reginald Ivy serves as pastor during the week of April 20-24, 2026. Over 200 … [Read more...] about WGBSC, Inc.’s Spring Session Held at New Hope Baptist Church

AKA Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter Celebrates ‘8th Annual AKA Day at the Derby’

On Saturday, May2, 2026, the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®️ Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter, in partnership with the Diamond Jubilee Pearls Foundation, hosted the 8th Annual AKA Day at the Derby at the Hilton Garden Inn, 11600 W. Park Place, continuing a growing tradition of style, service, and community impact. Guests gathered in signature Derby … [Read more...] about AKA Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter Celebrates ‘8th Annual AKA Day at the Derby’

All That Jazz: Ledisi Channels ‘The Queen Of The Blues’ With Your MSO

Described as “one of the great singers in the world, period” by John Legend and sporting a voice of “breathtaking range and reach” (The New York Times), Grammy Award-winning Ledisi brings her genre-bending artistry to the Bradley Symphony Center on May 16, 2026 for an exclusive one-night-only engagement, paying tribute to the legendary Dinah Washington. Trained in both the … [Read more...] about All That Jazz: Ledisi Channels ‘The Queen Of The Blues’ With Your MSO

Being Frank: Celebrate the Superwoman

By Frank James In the comic books there have been various characters who had the title Superwoman. In real life the title is held by all African American females who are mothers. I know I am being generous with the title, but every mother is special to someone, namely their children. Since this is the beginning of May, we will celebrate the Superwomen of the USA. The … [Read more...] about Being Frank: Celebrate the Superwoman

King David #10 and Martha Chapter #10 Host Community Service Day for US Troops

On Friday, May 1, 2026, the Brothers of King David #10 Prince Hall Masonic Lodge of WI and Sisters of Martha Chapter #10 Unity Grand Chapter Prince Hall Affiliated, hosted a community service day at the #10 Prince Hall Masonic Lodge, 1218 W. North Ave. Both organizations hoped to inspire similar community groups to pool their collective resources to help support our US troops … [Read more...] about King David #10 and Martha Chapter #10 Host Community Service Day for US Troops

Black Child Development Institute of Wisconsin hosts ‘Ride Into Literacy’

On Thursday, April 30, 2026, Black Child Development Institute (BCDI) Wisconsin “Ride Into Literacy” Gala brought together community leaders, families, and supporters for an inspiring evening at the Harley-Davidson Museum garage event space. The event celebrated the power of literacy while raising critical support for programs that uplift children and families across the … [Read more...] about Black Child Development Institute of Wisconsin hosts ‘Ride Into Literacy’