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March 5th, 2026

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The Milwaukee Branch NAACP hosts ‘101st Annual Freedom Fund Dinner’

On Friday, October 17, 2025, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Milwaukee Branch hosted its "101st Annual Freedom Fund Dinner," at the Baird Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave. As the current presidential administration has targeted DEI initiatives and voting rights for African Americans. It was most appropriate that the theme for this year's … [Read more...] about The Milwaukee Branch NAACP hosts ‘101st Annual Freedom Fund Dinner’

Healing Grace Church celebrates Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers

On Saturday, October 18, 2025, Healing Grace Church brought together caregivers, advocates, and supporters for an evening dedicated to education, resource sharing, and recognition of the vital role caregivers of Alzheimer’s and dementia patients play in our society at the church, 7906 N 76th St. Attendees had the opportunity to learn about the challenges and responsibilities of … [Read more...] about Healing Grace Church celebrates Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers

Being Frank: The Thought Guard

By Frank James IV, Special to the Milwaukee Times The National Guard has been deployed in various cities around the USA. There has been outrage and also support over the action. The high crime and violence in certain areas is the reason for turning the National Guard loose in these cities. The National Guard can only patrol and deal with the bodies of malcontent citizens. … [Read more...] about Being Frank: The Thought Guard

Brewers win first two postseason match-ups against Cubs in NLDS series

On Saturday, October 4, 2025, Jackson Chourio went 3 for 3 and drove in three runs in the first two innings before departing with a hamstring injury as the Milwaukee Brewers trounced the Chicago Cubs 9-3 in their NL Division Series opener. That’s just about the only thing that went wrong for the Brewers, who grabbed a 9-1 lead in the first two innings in a match-up of NL … [Read more...] about Brewers win first two postseason match-ups against Cubs in NLDS series

Ribbon cutting marks the opening of another apartment development in Harambee neighborhood

On October 3, 2025, longtime community leader LaMarr Franklin started the first week of his 80s by cutting the ribbon on the new LaMarr Franklin Lofts, an affordable housing complex named in his honor at the corner of North King Drive and Dr. William Finlayson Street. “I am very proud and beyond words,” Franklin said at the ribbon cutting. “Thank you for this.” The $16.7 … [Read more...] about Ribbon cutting marks the opening of another apartment development in Harambee neighborhood

Our Daily Bread hosts ‘3rd Annual Mother’s Shower’

Photo by Yvonne Kemp On Saturday, September 27, 2025, Our Daily Bread Community Outreach Center, Inc. hosted its "The 3rd Annual Mothers Shower" at Ebenezer Ministry and Family Worship Center, 3132 N. Doctor Martin Luther King, Jr., Dr. The event was for pampering new and expecting mothers and a beautiful reminder of the strength and value of all mothers. Many arrived … [Read more...] about Our Daily Bread hosts ‘3rd Annual Mother’s Shower’

WI State Senator Tammy Baldwin hosts wellness roundtable

Wisconsin State Senator Tammy Baldwin visited Outreach Community Health Centers (OCHC) on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, to highlight her continued commitment to affordable, accessible health care for all. The roundtable was an opportunity for Sen. Baldwin to hear the vital impact of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) directly from community leaders, and shared her vision for … [Read more...] about WI State Senator Tammy Baldwin hosts wellness roundtable