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March 7th, 2026

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Verizon unveils Innovative Learning Lab at Longfellow School

Milwaukee Public Schools is proud to announce the unveiling of a Verizon Innovative Learning Lab at H. W. Longfellow School, made possible by Verizon through a partnership with Heart of America and the J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute at Arizona State University. The new lab will give students and teachers access to emerging technology such as augmented and … [Read more...] about Verizon unveils Innovative Learning Lab at Longfellow School

Ten healthy New Year’s resolutions you’ll actually keep

Nobody plans to quit their resolutions when they make them; yet studies show that 23 percent of people barely make it through the first week. In fact, only 19 percent of people who make resolutions commit to them for the long haul. Fortunately, you can be a part of the latter group if you make the right resolutions. 1. Add simple exercises Being more active is a typical … [Read more...] about Ten healthy New Year’s resolutions you’ll actually keep

This Week In Black History

January 5, 1943 – George Washington Carver, agricultural scientist, died. January 6, 1831 – The World Anti-Slavery Convention opens in London. January 7, 1890 – William B. Purvis patents fountain pen. January 8, 1811 – Charles Deslandes leads slave revolt in Louisiana. January 9, 1866 – Fisk University is founded in Nashville. January 10, 1864 – George … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History

The Salvation Army provides Christmas Day dinner in Milwaukee

On Sunday, December 25, 2022, The Salvation Army along with the Forest County Potawatomi Foundation presented "The 33rd Annual Christmas Family Feast" at the Wisconsin Center, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave. Hundreds of volunteers helped prepare and serve a homestyle dinner for thousands of people in need. Everyone that attended received a sit-down meal with turkey, ham, yams, mashed … [Read more...] about The Salvation Army provides Christmas Day dinner in Milwaukee

Gee’s MKE Clinic hosts annual ‘Holiday Toy and Food Drive’

On Saturday, December 17, 2022, Gee's MKE Wellness Clinic hosted their annual "Gee's Holiday Food and Toy Drive," which was a huge success. Gee's along with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin were able to provide toys, food, and resources to more than 200 families. The event was sponsored by Gee’s MKE Wellness Clinic, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of WI, and Our Daily … [Read more...] about Gee’s MKE Clinic hosts annual ‘Holiday Toy and Food Drive’

Northcott Neighborhood House hosts “Tis the Season Christmas Dinner and Toy Giveaway”

On Sunday, December 25, 2022, Northcott Neighborhood House along with Bader Philanthropies, Francie Luke Silverman Foundation, United Methodist Churches, United Methodist Women, Church Women United, and WestCare Wisconsin hosted the "Tis the Season Christmas Dinner and Toy Giveaway," at Northcott Neighborhood House, 2460 N. 6th Street. On Christmas morning there were 1,000 … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House hosts “Tis the Season Christmas Dinner and Toy Giveaway”

Supervisor Taylor honored with the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award

On Friday, December 3, 2022, County Supervisor Sequanna Taylor was honored with the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. Supervisor Taylor made the following statement: “My thanks go out to those who chose to honor me, as well as to the long list of volunteers who have worked beside me over the years. To receive recognition from President Biden and Vice President Harris … [Read more...] about Supervisor Taylor honored with the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award

Same play, less pay

By: Jacquelyn D. Heath Special to The Milwaukee Times When WNBA star Brittney Griner was released from a Russian prison camp on December 8, 2022 after being detained for 10 months for allegedly bringing illegal hashish oil cartridges into the country, the public was happy and relieved that her freedom had been restored. However, simmering beneath the elation was the stark … [Read more...] about Same play, less pay