High school seniors should begin the process of applying for financial aid for college and technical schools soon. The first step is to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This application shows students their eligibility for grants and loans, and is used by colleges across the country to develop each student’s financial aid package. Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Fill out the FAFSA—find money to pay for college!
Diagnosed with breast cancer at 27: “It felt like a nightmare”
Entrepreneur Diamonique Valentine was 27 when she first shared her breast cancer diagnosis on Instagram in 2019. Her diagnosis was stage 3 triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), an aggressive form of breast cancer because of how quickly it grows, according to the American Cancer Society. She decided to go to the doctor after finding a lump on her breast, but admits that … [Read more...] about Diagnosed with breast cancer at 27: “It felt like a nightmare”
This Week In Black History
October 13, 1579 – Martin de Porres, the first black saint in the Roman Catholic Church, born. October 14, 1964 – At age 35, Martin Luther King, Jr., becomes youngest man ever to win Nobel Peace Prize. October 15, 1991 – Clarence Thomas confirmed as an associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, the second African American to serve on the court. October 16, 1995 – … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue October 13, 2022
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Mayor Johnson throws out first pitch at Brewers vs. Marlins game
On Saturday, October 1, 2022, the Milwaukee hosted the Miami Marlins at American Family Field. As part of the festivities Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson threw out the ceremonial first pitch to kick off the game. Though the mayor did a commendable job throwing out the first pitch, the Brewers on the other hand blew a ninth-inning lead. Thus the Brewers squandered a great … [Read more...] about Mayor Johnson throws out first pitch at Brewers vs. Marlins game
AKA Day at Milwaukee City Hall
On Tuesday, September 20, 2022, the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Epsilon Kappa Omega and Upsilon Mu Omega Chapters were at City Hall to meet with Alderwoman Milele A. Coggs and Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd to engage with Common Council members and city officials. Members of the sorority discussed various community-related topics with the alderwomen, and attended the … [Read more...] about AKA Day at Milwaukee City Hall
Coolio, ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’ rapper, dead at 59
Coolio, the ’90s rapper who lit up the music charts with hits like “Gangsta’s Paradise” and “Fantastic Voyage,” has died, his friend and manager Jarez Posey, told CNN. He was 59. Posey said Coolio died Wednesday, September 28, 2022. Details on the circumstances were not immediately available. When contacted by CNN, Capt. Erik Scott of the Los Angeles Fire Department … [Read more...] about Coolio, ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’ rapper, dead at 59
Lizzo played James Madison’s 200-year-old crystal flute at her Washington, DC concert
Ever the pioneer, Lizzo crossed off another first during the Washington, DC, stop of her tour — playing an approximately 200-year-old crystal flute that belonged to a former U.S. president. The singer and accomplished flutist carefully played the delicate woodwind, which was sent as a gift to James Madison in 1813 by the French flute maker Claude Laurent. The Library of … [Read more...] about Lizzo played James Madison’s 200-year-old crystal flute at her Washington, DC concert
Mental health is part of total health
By: Jacquelyn D. Heath Special to The Milwaukee Times During a recent doctor visit, I was asked to complete a written questionnaire about any symptoms of illness I may have experienced within the past 30 days. Of the 40 questions on the form, 37 involved situations that concerned physical health issues – such as fever, coughing, sneezing, allergies, blood pressure and pain … [Read more...] about Mental health is part of total health
MPS launches ST Math across the district
Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) hosted a celebration on September 21, 2022, at Rogers Street Academy to launch ST Math across the district. The program allows students to accelerate math skills and provides lessons and supports for educators. Students were greeted as they arrived for school with cheering staff and representatives of ST Math, along with JiJi, the ST Math penguin … [Read more...] about MPS launches ST Math across the district