Last month, Milwaukee Recreation was honored by the Wisconsin Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (WiASLA) for work associated with its Dream Build Play initiative, which is transforming Milwaukee’s outdoor recreation landscape. The Merit Award recognized Milwaukee Recreation’s Equity Prioritization plan, while the Burnham Playfield renovation and Green Bay … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Recreation honored for work with playfield renovations
Signed, sealed, delivered: High school seniors celebrate committing to MATC
Kurie Szukalski started swinging a hammer in middle school after watching her older brother work in the trades. She fell in love with carpentry and plans to build her own house someday. As a high school senior, Khalil Brown already works gigs as a disc jockey and photographer. He wants to work in radio, following in the soundwaves of his father, Reggie Brown, a popular … [Read more...] about Signed, sealed, delivered: High school seniors celebrate committing to MATC
This Week In Black History
May 4, 1961 – “Freedom Riders” begin protesting segregation of interstate bus travel in the South. May 5, 1988 – Eugene Marino, of Atlanta, GA becomes first African American installed as a Roman Catholic archbishop in the U.S. May 6, 1991 – The Smithsonian Institution approves the creation of the National African American Museum. May 7, 1878 – Joseph R. Winters patents … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue May 4, 2023
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Hope Community Church hosts mortgage burning service
On Sunday, April 16, 2023, Hope Community Church commemorated the milestone of paying off the church mortgage during their morning service at the church, 5040 Northwestern Ave., Racine, WI. This was the vision of founding Pastor Sam Jackson. Some of the founding members were in attendance to join in the festivities. The congregation watched and clapped loudly in excitement … [Read more...] about Hope Community Church hosts mortgage burning service
The late George Gerharz honored by family, friends and North Division High School
On Saturday, April 15, 2023, friends, family, community members and North Division High School alumni gathered at Buckatabon Tavern & Supper Club in downtown Wauwatosa for a memorial to pay tribute to the tireless efforts and contributions George Gerharz made to the community, charities, school and non-profit institutions. Gerharz was instrumental in helping launch a … [Read more...] about The late George Gerharz honored by family, friends and North Division High School
4th Episcopal District of the AME Church and AKAs host community outreach at Repairers of the Breach
On Saturday, April 8, 2023, the 4th Episcopal District of the AME Church, the Sons of Allen (SOA) of St. Mark AME Church, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority (AKA), members of St. Mark AME Milwaukee's Evangelism Ministry, and the Honey Dos (husbands of the AKAs) joined together to serve a meal at the Repairers of the Breach (RotB), 1335 W. Vliet St. The meal was a part of the AKA's … [Read more...] about 4th Episcopal District of the AME Church and AKAs host community outreach at Repairers of the Breach
Remembering the life and legacy of local entrepreneur Robert Joseph Thomas
On Friday, April 21, 2023, family, friends, colleagues and community leaders gathered at Reid's Golden Gate Funeral Home and Cremation, 5665 N. Teutonia Ave. to honor the legacy of Robert Joseph Thomas, entrepreneur and Milwaukee Community Journal co-founder and associate publisher. Thomas passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, he was 86. Thomas was born in Dyersburg, … [Read more...] about Remembering the life and legacy of local entrepreneur Robert Joseph Thomas
A new plaza honoring a Milwaukee trailblazer is coming to downtown
Vel R. Phillips Plaza will soon take over a parking lot along Wisconsin Avenue between 5th Street and Vel R. Phillips Avenue (formaly 4th Streer). The mayor made it official by signing a resolution for the $15 million project Monday, April 24, 2023. “I’m also excited to witness this project become a reality. It’s no secret that I’m a supporter of gathering spaces in the … [Read more...] about A new plaza honoring a Milwaukee trailblazer is coming to downtown
Harry Belafonte, activist and entertainer with a ‘rebel heart,’ dies at 96
Harry Belafonte, the dashing singer, actor and activist who became an indispensable supporter of the civil rights movement, has died, his publicist Ken Sunshine told CNN. He was 96. Belafonte died Tuesday, April 25, 2023, of congestive heart failure, Sunshine said. Belafonte was dubbed the “King of Calypso” after the groundbreaking success of his 1956 hit, “The Banana … [Read more...] about Harry Belafonte, activist and entertainer with a ‘rebel heart,’ dies at 96