Register now for Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Head Start for Fall 2023. If your child is 3 or 4 years old, it’s time for their learning journey to begin. Children who attend preschool, Head Start, or an early learning program are more prepared for kindergarten and are more successful in school. Help your child succeed— register for MPS Head Start now! Head Start is a free … [Read more...] about Register now for MPS Head Start for Fall 2023
Mayor visited Rufus King festival because a student took initiative
When one Rufus King International High School graduate looks over the accomplishments of his senior year, he can include getting the mayor of Milwaukee to attend the school’s Ethnic Fest. Mayor Cavalier Johnson came to King International High School to watch student dance and drum performances, sample cultural foods, greet students, and sit down for a recorded interview … [Read more...] about Mayor visited Rufus King festival because a student took initiative
Five critical heart facts black people need to know
According to the American Heart Association, more than 121 million Americans are dealing with heart problems. Additionally, more than 800,000 people have heart attacks every year. As startling as those numbers are, though, the statistics about heart disease are even more troubling for black people. Here are a few of them you need to know. 1. Black Americans are 30 percent … [Read more...] about Five critical heart facts black people need to know
Menopause and your diet: Foods to choose and avoid
Menopause, a natural stage in a woman’s life, brings a host of changes and challenges. One aspect that is crucial to consider is nutrition. Eating the right foods and avoiding others can help you navigate this change with vitality and optimal health. This article will discuss the key foods to eat and those to avoid so you can thrive during menopause and beyond. Diet … [Read more...] about Menopause and your diet: Foods to choose and avoid
Hunger Task Force kicking off voucher program for seniors in Milwaukee County
Hunger Task Force will accept applications at four drive-thru events, online and by mail-in for the annual distribution of seniors farmers market vouchers. The second in-person drive-thru event was Friday, July 7,at Abundant Faith Church of Integrity, 7830 W. Good Hope Road The Senior Farmers’ Market Voucher Program provides low-income seniors with $25 in vouchers that can … [Read more...] about Hunger Task Force kicking off voucher program for seniors in Milwaukee County
This Week In Black History – July 13, 2023
July 13, 1965 – Thurgood Marshall becomes first African American appointed U.S. Solicitor General. July 14, 1955 – George Washington Carver Monument, first national park honoring an African American, is dedicated in Joplin, MO. July 15, 1867 – Maggie Lena Walker, first woman and first African American to become president of a bank. July 16, 1862 – Anti-lynching … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – July 13, 2023
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue July 13, 2023
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Milwaukee County celebrates grand opening of new North Side Mental Health Clinic
In an ongoing effort to address mental health within Milwaukee County, officials celebrated on Friday, June 2, 2023 the latest step made toward ensuring people in the community have access to essential services. "This movement is necessary, this movement is pivotal," said Dr. Aronica V. Williams, the chief medical officer for Milwaukee Health Services Incorporated. "The … [Read more...] about Milwaukee County celebrates grand opening of new North Side Mental Health Clinic
GMUL awards scholarships and laptops to more than 80 Milwaukee-area high school graduates
On Tuesday, June 13, 2023, The Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL), along with the generous donations of Enterprise Holdings, Johnson Controls, Kohler Co., and the NBA Foundation, awarded more than 80 Milwaukee-area high school graduates scholarships and laptops at the The Peck Welcome Center at the Milwaukee County Zoo. Students were awarded $1,000 scholarships and/or … [Read more...] about GMUL awards scholarships and laptops to more than 80 Milwaukee-area high school graduates
‘Just Amazing’ — Yankees’ Domingo Germán throws the 24th perfect game in MLB history
Yankees pitcher said the historic performance was "a tribute" to his uncle who had died days prior to his perfect game Domingo Germán made it to the history books. On Wednesday, June 28, 2023, the New York Yankees star became only the 24th pitcher in Major League Baseball history to toss a perfect game — an “amazing” feat that hasn’t happened since 2012. “So … [Read more...] about ‘Just Amazing’ — Yankees’ Domingo Germán throws the 24th perfect game in MLB history