By Ira Hadnot Blessings are not seasonal. For example, this year October became my December with its expectation of giving and getting on a grand scale. That is because on October 6, 2022, I received the gift of a lifetime: a kidney transplant. At any given time in the US, thousands of people wait expectantly on organ transplant lists for the telephone call, the one that … [Read more...] about My Christmas miracle
Don’t get scammed this holiday season
The winter holidays are a time of charity, gratitude, and gift-giving. Everyone is looking for the best deals and money-saving tricks. Scammers try to take advantage of consumers’ holiday plans through rip-offs and fraudulent schemes. The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) encourages all consumers to learn how to identify and avoid these … [Read more...] about Don’t get scammed this holiday season
Tips and ideas for an easier 2023 tax season: 2022 tax season lessons learned
As 2021’s tax filings fades into memory, there are some important takeaways for the upcoming tax season. “Disrupted” best describes today’s tax landscape. Various temporary, COVID-19 related provisions are expiring. At the same time, the IRS and various state revenue departments are employing technological aids to contend with the ongoing backlog of paper mail and allow … [Read more...] about Tips and ideas for an easier 2023 tax season: 2022 tax season lessons learned
This Week In Black History
December 22, 1943 – W.E. B. DuBois becomes the first African American elected to the National Institute of Arts and Letters. December 23, 1869 – Madam C.J. Walker, businesswoman and first African American woman millionaire, born. December 24, 1832 – Charter granted to the Georgia Infirmary, the first black hospital. December 25, 1760 – Jupiter Hammon becomes first … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue December 22, 2022
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Ten Chimneys Foundation hosts director and author Sheldon Epps
On Sunday, December 11, 2022, Ten Chimneys Foundation hosted a conversation with director and author Sheldon Epps at the Milwaukee County Historical Society, 910 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Epps discussed his life and journey as told in his book,"My Own Directions, A Black Man's Journey in American Theatre," highlights the successes and challenges of being the one, … [Read more...] about Ten Chimneys Foundation hosts director and author Sheldon Epps
North Division High School competes in first-ever RoboFest Hackathon
On Thursday, December 8, 2022, North Division Community High School in partnership with Milwaukee Robotics Academy (The Academy) hosted the first annual RoboFest Hackathon. Thirty North Division scholars (grades 9-12) received four hours of engineering design education at Messmer Preparatory School, 3027 N. Fratney St. The mid-day field trip was supported by NDHS Alumni … [Read more...] about North Division High School competes in first-ever RoboFest Hackathon
Postal worker shot to death while delivering mail in Milwaukee: ‘A Beacon of Light’
Aundre Cross was shot on his delivery route Friday and is being remembered as a joyful man who could "change your whole mood" A longtime postal worker was shot to death in Milwaukee on Friday, December 9, 2022, while on his mail route. Aundre Cross, a 44-yearold mail carrier who worked for the U.S. Postal Service for 18 years, was honored by friends, family, and coworkers … [Read more...] about Postal worker shot to death while delivering mail in Milwaukee: ‘A Beacon of Light’
Brittney Griner arrives in the US after being released from Russian custody
Brittney Griner, the American basketball star detained by Russian authorities in February, has safely returned to the United States after being released from custody in a prisoner exchange. Griner, 32, "arrived at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas early Friday ... and was taken to Brooke Army Medical Center for a routine evaluation," a State Department official … [Read more...] about Brittney Griner arrives in the US after being released from Russian custody
Depression: More than simple sadness
By: Jacquelyn D. Heath Special to The Milwaukee Times In a recent interview with People magazine, former first lady Michelle Obama revealed her struggle with low-grade depression during the COVID-19 pandemic. One might wonder how someone as successful, accomplished and admired as Ms. Obama could be plagued by mental illness. The fact is, depression is a form of mental … [Read more...] about Depression: More than simple sadness