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
Increasing numbers of black Americans report mental health concerns, survey finds
More black Americans are expressing a need for mental health services, according to new data from CVS Health and Morning Consult. The annual survey, now in its fifth year, shows that since 2020, there’s been an 11 percent increase in black Americans reporting mental health concerns. More than 2,000 American adults participated in the survey, which is conducted in an effort … [Read more...] about Increasing numbers of black Americans report mental health concerns, survey finds
Andrew McCutchen: consistency is the name of the game
By Tom Andrews Andrews Media Ventures Ever since he made his Major League debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates on June 4, 2009 Andrew Stefan McCutchen’s approach to playing the game of baseball as well as the game of life can be boiled down to one thing: consistency. Doing things the right way over and over and over again. “I always heard that repetition is the father of … [Read more...] about Andrew McCutchen: consistency is the name of the game
Milwaukee Bucks Bobby Portis donates 100,000 meals, partners with Feeding America
On Wednesday, September 14, 2022, at Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, people greeted Bucks player Bobby Portis by chanting his name. Portis announced a $25,000 donation to the organization, which is equivalent to 100,000 meals. Portis took the stage for an hourlong Q&A. During the discussion, he shared his future involvement with Feeding America and the Milwaukee … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Bucks Bobby Portis donates 100,000 meals, partners with Feeding America
Preparing your senior loved one for the autumn season
The autumnal equinox began on September 22, 2022. At the start of the fall season, the sun rises later and nightfall arrives sooner. Plenty of environmental changes occur, making it necessary to make adjustments and prepare a senior loved one for the cooler season. 1. Rake the leaves Crimson autumn leaves are a breathtaking sight. The leaves change color because of the … [Read more...] about Preparing your senior loved one for the autumn season
This Week In Black History
October 6, 1917 – Political activist Fannie Lou Hamer born. October 7, 1934 – Playwright-poet Amiri Baraka (Le- Roi Jones), author of Blues People: Negro Music in White America and The Motion of History, born. October 8, 1941 – Rev. Jesse Jackson born in Greenville, South Carolina. October 9, 1888 – O.B. Clare patents Trestle. October 10, 1899 – Isaac R. Johnson … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History