With the 2022–23 school year underway, Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) is collaborating with the Milwaukee Health Department to host vaccine clinics at multiple locations. All MPS students, families who live at the same address, and staff are eligible. Appointments are not needed. Interested families can visit any convenient location listed. Staying up to date on vaccines is … [Read more...] about MPS and Milwaukee Health Department will offer vaccines in October
Pregnancy complications rising in black women, 5 ways to lower your odds
There are glaring disparities when it comes to the pregnancy complications black women are at risk for and those numbers are only rising. According to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association’s Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Maternal Health report: • Women of color are more likely to have a higher risk of pregnancy-related complications regardless of having commercial health … [Read more...] about Pregnancy complications rising in black women, 5 ways to lower your odds
Refe Perry, Jr., first unionized African American caterer, passes
Rafe Perry, Jr., a long-time Milwaukee resident, who in 1983 became the first unionized African American caterer and was instrumental in integrating the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, died on Friday September 16, 2022. He was 62 years old. Perry was a graduate of MATC’s Culinary Arts School. In the 1980’s he and brother Vincent A. Dawson, got the contract for the food … [Read more...] about Refe Perry, Jr., first unionized African American caterer, passes
Former MVP, steals king Maury Wills dies at 89
LOS ANGELES -- Maury Wills, whose daring thievery on the basepaths revolutionized baseball, died on Monday, September 26, 2022. He was 89. “I know he passed peacefully, and I am going to have a heavy heart,” said Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, who wears No. 30 because of Wills. “Maury was very impactful to me personally, professionally. He’s going to be missed. This one is … [Read more...] about Former MVP, steals king Maury Wills dies at 89
Pair makes unlikely transplant match
Gina Micheli and Ira Hadnot needed each other and might not have met except Ira wanted a kidney and Gina wanted to be a donor. The two women were connected when a co-worker and potential donor was found to be an incompatible match. When Micheli, facilities manager at The Wisconsin Humane Society, learned of Ira’s plight from Kelvin Hadnot, she volunteered her kidney. The … [Read more...] about Pair makes unlikely transplant match
AARP to kick off Pedestrian Safety Month by inviting public to 2 free events with renowned innovator, author Oct. 5-6
At some point in the day, everyone is a pedestrian. Unfortunately, pedestrian injuries and fatalities remain high. In 2020, 6,516 pedestrians were killed, and an estimated 55,000 pedestrians were injured nationwide, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. In an effort to reduce these numbers and kickoff the start of Pedestrian Safety Month in … [Read more...] about AARP to kick off Pedestrian Safety Month by inviting public to 2 free events with renowned innovator, author Oct. 5-6
This Week In Black History
September 29, 1910 – The National Urban League founded in New York City. September 30, 1962 – Under the protection of federal marshals, James Meredith enrolls as the first African American student at University of Mississippi. October 1, 1940 – Charles Drew named supervisor of the “Plasma for Great Britain” project. October 2, 1986 – President Ronald Reagan appoints … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue September 29, 2022
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Epsilon Kappa Omega honors Mabel Emily Watson Raimey with headstone dedication
On Saturday, September 17, 2022, Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®, hosted a private memorial and headstone dedication in the Landmark Chapel at Forest Home Cemetery and Arboretum, 2405 W. Forest Home Ave., to honor local African American pioneer Mabel Emily Watson Raimey. The chapter had been fundraising since May 2021 for the headstone to honor … [Read more...] about Epsilon Kappa Omega honors Mabel Emily Watson Raimey with headstone dedication
Greater Milwaukee Urban League helps welcome Auer Avenue students back-to-school
On Tuesday, September 6, 2022, the Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) and the Auer Avenue Community School staff welcomed the 2022/2023 class of students back to school with a red carpet celebration, to help kick off the school year. Auer Ave. Teachers, GMUL volunteers and other members of the community gathered to cheer on students and offer "high-fives." Pictured at the … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League helps welcome Auer Avenue students back-to-school