This fall, MPS will again offer a full-time, dedicated virtual program for children whose families prefer virtual learning. The Milwaukee Public Schools Virtual Program (MVP) is available for students in K5 to grade 12. MVP carries the same accreditation and accountability required for in-person schools by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. MVP provides a more … [Read more...] about Register now for virtual learning in Fall 2022
Community joins Milwaukee Recreation at Burnham Playfield ribbon-cutting ceremony
Local leaders, community partners, and neighbors from around the city joined Milwaukee Recreation at the department's grand reopening of Burnham Playfield on Wednesday, June 29, 2022. Burnham Playfield (1755 S. 32nd St.), located on the south side of Milwaukee, is a central gathering place in the Burnham Park neighborhood. Milwaukee Recreation is in the midst of renovating … [Read more...] about Community joins Milwaukee Recreation at Burnham Playfield ribbon-cutting ceremony
COVID long-haulers: Long term health issues caused by COVID-19
COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, has sickened hundreds of thousands and killed large numbers of people worldwide. There are also several long-term effects of COVID-19. It is largely regarded as life-threatening for its effects on the lungs. COVID-19 can also cause heart damage, even in people without underlying heart problems. Coronaviruses … [Read more...] about COVID long-haulers: Long term health issues caused by COVID-19
Everything you need to know about monkeypox and the vaccine
The United States is deploying an enhanced nationwide vaccination strategy to counter the continuing spread of monkeypox, federal public health officials announced at a White House briefing on Tuesday, June 28, 2022. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is rapidly expanding access to hundreds of thousands of doses of the Jynneos vaccine, targeted to smallpox and … [Read more...] about Everything you need to know about monkeypox and the vaccine
This Week In Black History
July 7, 1948 – Cleveland Indians sign pitcher Leroy “Satchel” Paige. July 8, 1943 – Faye Wattleton, first African American director of Planned Parenthood, born. July 9, 1893 – Dr. Daniel Hale Williams performs first successful open-heart operation. July 10, 1875 – Educator Mary McLeod Bethune, founder of Bethune-Cookman College, born. July 11, 1905 – W.E.B. Dubois … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue July 7, 2022
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GMUL awards laptops to 40 students and 10 scholarships
On Tuesday, June 14, 2022, The Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) and Kohler Co., teamed up to present 40 local high school graduates laptops as part of the " The Greater Milwaukee Urban League Annual Laptop Awards Ceremony," at the Milwaukee County Zoo Peck Pavilion. GMUL President and CEO Dr. Eve M. Hall and other program supporters presented the grads with the laptops. In … [Read more...] about GMUL awards laptops to 40 students and 10 scholarships
Milwaukee Brewers celebrate the legacy of Hank Aaron
On Tuesday, May 17, 2022, the Milwaukee Brewers honored former team member and baseball legend "Hammerin'" Hank Aaron during their game against the Atlanta Braves at American Family Field. As part of the festivities various tributes about Hank Aaron's contributions to the game of baseball as well as his philanthropic work were presented throughout the game. Aaron played with … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Brewers celebrate the legacy of Hank Aaron
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity hosts annual “Kappa Kook Out”
On Saturday, June 25, 2022, The Milwaukee Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity held its annual "Kappa Kook Out" in McGovern Park area 4 which was well attended by the Divine 9 and citizens from the Milwaukee area. Special guests who stopped by to partake in great food and conversation included Police Chief Jeffrey B. Norman, current Milwaukee County Sheriff Earnell … [Read more...] about Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity hosts annual “Kappa Kook Out”
New radio station receives commendation for launch and business expo
Mayor Cavalier Johnson (center) provided a commendation from the City of Milwaukee to Dennis Walton (left) and Saryea Murchison, the owners of Higher Dimension Online Radio, for their dedication to their mission and their outstanding potential in the Milwaukee community at a Radio Launch and Business Expo held Saturday, June 25, 2022, at Destiny Youth Plaza. More than 15 … [Read more...] about New radio station receives commendation for launch and business expo