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
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue January 5, 2023
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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
Kwanzaa Celebration with Top Ladies of Distinction and Top Teens of America
The Milwaukee Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction and Top Teens of America gathered to celebrate their Annual Kwanzaa festivities on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at St. Mark African Methodist Episcopal Church, 102 E. Wright St. … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa Celebration with Top Ladies of Distinction and Top Teens of America
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
Holy Redeemer COGIC hosts annual community – wide toy give-a-way
On Tuesday, December 20, 2022, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wisconsin, along with C.H Mason Health Clinic, IPAMA, Holy Redeemer Institutional Church Of God In Christ and Unite WI, hosted their annual "Holy Redeemer Church of God In Christ Annual Community - Wide Toy Give-A-Way" event at Holy Redeemer Church, 3500 W. Mother Daniels Way. Anthem was able to provide toys, food … [Read more...] about Holy Redeemer COGIC hosts annual community – wide toy give-a-way
Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. 7th Annual Holiday Dinner Giveaway
In an effort to help feed those in need this Christmas, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. (MHSI), Molina Healthcare, iCare, LabCorp, Self-Help Federal Credit Union, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Galst Foods providing nutritious grocery dinners to Milwaukee residents on Friday, December 16, 2022, at Issac Coggs Heritage Health Center, 8200 W. Silver Spring Dr. The event … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Health Services, Inc. 7th Annual Holiday Dinner Giveaway