Public Works Committee called for a special meeting on Dec. 11 after the announcement by the Department of Public Works last week Milwaukee Common Council's Public Works Committee ordered the city's Department of Public Works (DPW) to pick up Christmas trees left on the curb after the holiday, reversing a controversial change announced December 5, 2023. The DPW … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Common Council orders DPW to pick up Christmas trees,reversing controversial change
Bucks’ Middleton and United Healthcare hand out new coats to MPS students at Franklin School
A kindergartner at Benjamin Franklin School stretched out his arms and said, “This is my favorite color!” He was trying on his new blue coat, one of the hundreds of coats given to Franklin students on Monday, December 11, 2023. The coats were gifts from Milwaukee Bucks forward and NBA All- Star Khris Middleton and partner United Healthcare of Wisconsin. Franklin School … [Read more...] about Bucks’ Middleton and United Healthcare hand out new coats to MPS students at Franklin School
Paying it forward: Outstanding technical diploma student ready to help others
Medical challenges compelled pharmacy technician graduate and Checota Scholar to go into healthcare Chardaye Hartz never got to celebrate Thanksgiving in 2021. Instead of devouring turkey, savoring pie and enjoying her time with relatives, she was fighting for her life. As the 20-year-old slept in the early morning hours of November 25, 2021, she suffered a series … [Read more...] about Paying it forward: Outstanding technical diploma student ready to help others
Siebert Lutheran Foundation implements new approach to philanthropy in Wisconsin
Thirty-one donors committed more than $182,000 in funding to 13 grantee partners at Siebert Lutheran Foundation’s fourth annual Collaborators’ Event on Nov. 9, 2023 at the Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin Milwaukee food distribution warehouse. Part of the Siebert Serves initiative, the Collaborators’ Event is an innovative gathering designed to build a community of donors … [Read more...] about Siebert Lutheran Foundation implements new approach to philanthropy in Wisconsin
You can be festive – and healthy
The end-of-year holidays, from Thanksgiving to the New Year, are a time of celebration. But they’re also notorious for excessive drinking. Whether you’re hosting a party, juggling invitations, leading a toast, or just getting swept up in difficult emotions because of stress or unhappy memories, alcohol seems to be a constant factor in the holidays. That’s difficult for people … [Read more...] about You can be festive – and healthy
Three proven strategies to prevent holiday weight gain
For many, the holiday season is synonymous with weight gain. There are so many more opportunities for overindulgence in food and alcohol while enjoying the company of family and friends. Even the most experienced weight controller can be derailed during the holidays and end up with a few extra pounds. On Christmas day alone, an individual might eat as much as 6000 calories! … [Read more...] about Three proven strategies to prevent holiday weight gain
This Week In Black History – December 14, 2023
December 14, 1829 – John Mercer Langston, congressman and founder of Howard University Law Department, born. December 15, 1883 – William A. Hinton, first African American on Harvard Medical School faculty and developer of the Hinton test to detect syphilis, born. December 15, 1994 – Ruth J. Simmons named president of Smith College. December 16, 1976 – Andrew Young … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – December 14, 2023
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue December 14, 2023
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Street renamed to honor Rev. Claude Edwards, Faith Temple COGIC founder
On Friday, November 17, 2023, the family of the late Rev. Claude Edwards hosted a celebration in honor of the late pastor and founder of Faith Temple Church of God in Christ. He passed away in 2020 at age 96. Rev. Edwards was a pillar in our community with unwavering dedication to Faith Temple Church, where he thrived for the betterment of the lives of his congregation and the … [Read more...] about Street renamed to honor Rev. Claude Edwards, Faith Temple COGIC founder
Northcott Neighborhood House hosts 3rd annual ‘Tis the Season Turkey Dinner Giveaway’
"The Third Annual 'Tis the Season Turkey Dinner Giveaway" blessed 1,000 families with a home-cooked meal from Daddy's Soul Food & Grille on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023, at Northcott Neighborhood House, 2460 N. 6th St. Northcott Neighborhood House Executive Director Tony A. Kearney, Sr., said, "Thank you to everyone who made this day special for 1,000 families. … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House hosts 3rd annual ‘Tis the Season Turkey Dinner Giveaway’