By Jacquelyn D. Heath Special to The Milwaukee Times After 233 years of being a sovereign nation and becoming possibly the most successful democracy in human history, the United States of America has prided itself in achieving a peaceful transition when power changes hands, regardless of politics. Democrats, Republican, or independents, you win some, you lose … [Read more...] about January 6, 2021 revisited
Bethesda Baptist Church offers drive-through prayer for the month of June
Annie Meekins (upper photo) and Phyllis Diggins (lower photo) hold signs offering drive thru prayers at Bethesda Baptist Church. Every Thursday in June from 12-1 p.m., members of Bethesda Baptist Church offer free drive-thru intercessory prayers to the public in the church parking lot, 2909 North 20th Street. Rev. Cleavon Williams said drive-thru prayers for the public were a … [Read more...] about Bethesda Baptist Church offers drive-through prayer for the month of June
Black dads matter
It has long been known that father presence in the household is important for the positive well-being of families, neighborhoods, and youth. Dads who actively participate in the lives of their families provide a steady source of stability and support. The consequences of such support impact a whole host of child developmental outcomes, including behavior, academics, and health. … [Read more...] about Black dads matter
The rewards of gardening
Sandra Millon Underwood, RN, PhD, FAAN Professor Emerita UWM - College of Nursing Many of our relatives living in the South grew and preserved food out of necessity, so perhaps they were on to something. With ongoing food chain supply issues and skyrocketing grocery prices, this might be a great time to get back to basics and ‘grow’ a “green thumb” (pun intended). Not only … [Read more...] about The rewards of gardening
Juneteenth: The history of a new holiday
Juneteenth, an annual commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States after the Civil War, has been celebrated by African Americans since the late 1800s. President Biden signed legislation last year that made Juneteenth, which falls on June 19, a federal holiday, after interest in the day was renewed during the summer of 2020 and the nationwide protests that … [Read more...] about Juneteenth: The history of a new holiday
Happy Juneteenth from Governor Tony Evers
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Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue June 16, 2022
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Mayor Johnson visits Milwaukee Environmental Sciences Academy
On Friday, May 27, 2022, The Milwaukee Environmental Sciences Academy (MESA), 6600 W. Melvina Street, celebrated the school's First All-School STEM Science Fair. As part of this STEM event Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson visited MESA to help celebrate the occasion and also honor school principal Janet Colvin. Principal Colvin received a Proclamation from the Common Council for … [Read more...] about Mayor Johnson visits Milwaukee Environmental Sciences Academy
Greater Milwaukee Urban League celebrates graduates of GTE program
On Friday May 6, 2022, Pathways High School welcomed the Greater Milwaukee Urban League (GMUL) and Kohler Company to their school. These two organizations work in conjunction with the Graduate To Employment (GTE) Program. The GTE Program was designed by GMUL to worked with school-aged students who may be unsure about their education path and choose to explore opportunities in … [Read more...] about Greater Milwaukee Urban League celebrates graduates of GTE program
WFA Staffing host job fair at Techniplas Plastics
On Wednesday, June 1, 2022, WFA Staffing Group’s West Allis location held a job fair with Techniplas Plastics Company. Since 1991, WFA Staffing Group is an independent, locally owned agency that has helped the community by providing entry-level through executive jobs and careers. If you are a company or an individual looking for a great staffing agency to work with, call … [Read more...] about WFA Staffing host job fair at Techniplas Plastics