Asia Beckum is taking over as executive director of the Beckum-Stapleton Little League to honor her grandfather's legacy and bring more kids back to the game. Source: TMJ4 On Milwaukee’s North Side, the Beckum-Stapleton Little League has been a home for generations of kids for more than 60 years.Now, after the loss of founder James Beckum, his granddaughter Asia Beckum … [Read more...] about Granddaughter takes over Milwaukee’s Beckum-Stapleton Little League to rebuild youth baseball legacy
The Links, Inc. MKE Chapter, Hosts Black Family Wellness Expo 2026
The Black Family Wellness Expo was held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Evolve Church (6550 N. 76th St.), providing free health screenings, resources, and wellness activities. Hosted by Cream City (WI) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. The event supports families with information on nutrition, mental health, and chronic disease prevention. This event is … [Read more...] about The Links, Inc. MKE Chapter, Hosts Black Family Wellness Expo 2026
Marquette University Hosts “Black Women Rock Brunch and Panel’ to Encourage Women to Start, ‘Saying Yes to Me’
On Sunday March 22, 2026, Marquette University Office of Inclusion and Belonging, Multicultural Coordinator Makayla Brame hosted "Black Women Rock Brunch and Panel," at Alumni Memorial Ballroom. The "Black Women Rock Brunch and Panel" is an annual event that celebrates and uplift the accomplishments, strength, and beauty of Black women. This year’s theme is “Saying Yes to … [Read more...] about Marquette University Hosts “Black Women Rock Brunch and Panel’ to Encourage Women to Start, ‘Saying Yes to Me’
Milwaukee Brewers Celebrate the Start of the Season with 2026 Opening Day
The Milwaukee Brewers’ opened the 2026 MLB season on Thursday, March 26, 2026, against the Chicago White Sox at American Family Field, winning 14-2 in a historic rout. The win tied the 1988 club for the largest Opening Day margin in franchise history. The game featured a franchise-record 11 strikeouts from pitcher Jacob Misiorowski and marked the earliest home opener in team … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers Celebrate the Start of the Season with 2026 Opening Day
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue April 2, 2026
Click on the cover page image below to view or download the full paper PDF Link to image file↗ This issue features: Black Wellness Expo 2026; MKE Brewers Home Opener 2026; State of the City address; Asia Beckum is taking over as executive director of the Beckum-Stapleton Little League; Marquette University hosts "Black Women Rock Brunch and Panel'; MPS … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue April 2, 2026
Deacon Ronald Louis Lawrence Celebrates Surprise 80th Birthday Celebration
On Sunday, March 15, 2026, the Institute for the preservation of African-American Music and Arts (IPAMA), 3200 W. Hampton Ave., recently hosted the 80th birthday celebration of Deacon Ronald Lawrence. Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin he attended Milwaukee’s West division high school in 1963, now Milwaukee School of the Arts. Shortly after graduation, he enlisted and served in … [Read more...] about Deacon Ronald Louis Lawrence Celebrates Surprise 80th Birthday Celebration
New Hope Missionary Baptist Church Installs New Pastor
After 78 years, Reverend Reginald D. Ivy was installed as the third Pastor of the New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, 2433 W. Roosevelt Dr., on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Reverend Ivy acknowledged that he stands on the shoulders of two great pastors – Reverend Raymond L. Lathan who organized New Hope and retired in 1994, and Reverend Dr. Archie L. Ivy, the father of Pastor … [Read more...] about New Hope Missionary Baptist Church Installs New Pastor
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue March 26, 2026
Click on the cover page image below to view or download the full paper PDF Link to image file↗ This issue features: New Hope Missionary Baptist Church installs new pastor, Deacon Ronald Louis Lawrence has surprise 80th Birthday Celebration; Milwaukee tax expert shares tips to find hidden credits and avoid costly mistakes before the filing deadline; What could … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue March 26, 2026
Small Business Spotlight: Pour Into Me, LLC – Andrea Smith
By Launita Dawson Some of the most meaningful work is born out of personal loss. For Andrea Smith, the vision behind Pour Into Me, LLC began during one of the most vulnerable moments of her life. At just 25 years old, Andrea lost her mother, the one person who had always been her guide. At the same time, she was six months pregnant with her first child, preparing to … [Read more...] about Small Business Spotlight: Pour Into Me, LLC – Andrea Smith
‘Divine 9’ Visits Albert Story Elementary School for Black History Month
On Monday February 23, 2026, representatives of the "Divine 9", the nine historically African American fraternities and sororities that compose the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), visited Albert Story School, 3815 W. Kilbourn Ave., to talk to the students about higher education and opportunities in the community as part of Black History Month. Among the Divine 9 … [Read more...] about ‘Divine 9’ Visits Albert Story Elementary School for Black History Month