Beginning April 18, 2022, masks will no longer be required for students and staff in Milwaukee Public Schools and buildings. The wearing of masks will be optional at all MPS locations. The decision was made on March 24, 2022, during the regular monthly meeting of the Milwaukee Board of School Directors. Discussion included analysis of current trends of COVID-19 and … [Read more...] about MPS shifts to mask-optional policy beginning April 18, 2022
This Week In Black History
March 31, 1988 Toni Morrison wins Pulitzer Prize for Beloved. April 1, 1950 – Charles R. Drew, who developed techniques for processing and preserving blood, died. April 2, 1984 Georgetown coach John Thompson becomes first Black coach to win NCAA basketball tournament. April 3, 1826 Poet-orator James Madison Bell, author of the Emancipation Day poem … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History
Notice of Spring and Special Election and Sample Ballot April 5, 2022
Notice of Spring and Special Election and Sample Ballot April 5, 2022 OFFICE OF THE MILWAUKEE COUNTY ELECTION COMMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF MILWAUKEE: Notice is hereby given of a spring election to be held in the City of Milwaukee on April 5, 2022, at which the officers named below shall be nominated. The names of the candidates for each office, whose … [Read more...] about Notice of Spring and Special Election and Sample Ballot April 5, 2022
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue March 31, 2022
Click on the cover image below to view the full newspaper on issuu.com … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue March 31, 2022
Outreach Community Healthcare Centers break ground on new facility
On Tuesday, March 15, 2022, community leaders and Outreach Community Healthcare Centers (OCHC) marked the groundbreaking of a new 58,000 square-foot addition at 210 W Capitol Dr. Among those at the groundbreaking were Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley; Froedtert Health Community Engagement Director Monique Graham; U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin's Milwaukee Office Director … [Read more...] about Outreach Community Healthcare Centers break ground on new facility
‘We Are the Drum’ returns to live performances in 2022
On Friday, March 11 through Sunday March 13, 2022, CAPITA Productions presented "We Are The Drum 2022," at Milwaukee Marshall High School, 4141 N. 64th Street. "We Are The Drum" is now in its 28th season and these were the first live performances since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The previous year's show had been held virtually online. The show is a musical journey of … [Read more...] about ‘We Are the Drum’ returns to live performances in 2022
Milwaukee Academy of Science Youth win Silver Ball during State Championship
On Saturday, March 19, 2022, 20 bright and talented young men of color from Milwaukee Academy of Science competed for WIAAWI Division 4 Basketball State Championship and won the "Silver Ball," in Madison. Most of the young men on the Novas team are freshman. They have worked incredibly hard this year to get where they are, and Milwaukee Academy of Science President and CEO … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Academy of Science Youth win Silver Ball during State Championship
Northcott Neighborhood House Senior Club presents “Remember & Rejoice Luncheon”
On Friday, March 18, 2022, Northcott Neighborhood House Executive Director Tony A. Kearney, Sr., and Northcott Senior Club hosted "Remember & Rejoice Luncheon," at 2400 N. 6th Street. The luncheon was held in order to rejoice over the possible ending of the pandemic, and to spend time with good friends and great food. It was a chance to share one-on-one conversations once … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House Senior Club presents “Remember & Rejoice Luncheon”
March is Red Cross Month (Week 3)
Our spotlight this month is on the Red Cross as it is celebrated during the month of March.(1) Let’s look now at the Red Cross Home Fire Campaign(2). Each year, the Red Cross responds to an average of more than 60,000 disasters, the vast majority of which are home fires. So, the Red Cross is setting a goal to reduce fire-related deaths and injuries in the U.S. by 25 percent. On … [Read more...] about March is Red Cross Month (Week 3)
Position Open: Rewarding Job to Fight COVID-19
Please join the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) Fight COVID MKE team that studies COVID-19 risks and protections. Job responsibilities of the Clinical Research Coordinator position: Phlebotomy experience is needed; learn to coordinate study participation, surveys, and COVID-19 antibody blood tests showing past infection and vaccine response. MCW values community engagement … [Read more...] about Position Open: Rewarding Job to Fight COVID-19