It is February and Black History Month in the USA. Many African Americans complain that their history month, February, is the shortest month of the year. This is a true statement, but since when can beggars be choosy? It’s time to take a Frank look at the 2022 African American in order to decide if the race has progressed or digressed. Slavery in the USA was abolished on … [Read more...] about 2022 Black History Analysis
African American Suffragists (Week 2)
CHARLOTTE VANDINE FORTEN (1785-1884) In honor of African American Suffragists, this week let’s look at Charlotte Vandine Forten (1785-1884) who set the stage for Women Abolitionists. Charlotte Vandine Forten was the matriarch of a financially well-off and prominent Black family in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Forten's husband, James, was a sailmaker. Her daughters, … [Read more...] about African American Suffragists (Week 2)
We Celebrate Black History
Our Black publications have been telling stories for years about historical giants such as Dr. Charles Richard Drew, who pioneered a method for preserving blood plasma. Remember George Washington Carver? He discovered hundreds of uses for the peanut and sweet potato. And Benjamin Banneker helped establish the boundaries of Washington, DC. We have heralded the victories of … [Read more...] about We Celebrate Black History
Shop the 13th edition of the Bike Bazaar at Riverside High School
The Bike Bazaar returns to Riverside University HS for the 13th year! Milwaukee Recreation invites all community members to join us on Saturday, March 5 to connect with local bike vendors, purchase new or used bicycles, and find available parts and accessories. Arts and crafts vendors will also be in attendance. Event Information Date: Saturday, March 5, 2022 Time: 9 … [Read more...] about Shop the 13th edition of the Bike Bazaar at Riverside High School
Midnight Basketball Leagues begin for men and women in March
Milwaukee Recreation is hosting free evening basketball leagues for young people this spring! Beginning this season, Midnight Basketball Leagues are now available for both men and women! Leagues were previously only open to men. Leagues have also expanded eligibility to ages 17-29 (city of Milwaukee residents, non-high school students), and are played at Obama SCTE and … [Read more...] about Midnight Basketball Leagues begin for men and women in March
Milwaukee Public Schools considers reapportionment/redistricting plan
At its January 25, 2022, Meeting of the Committee on Strategic Planning and Budget, the Milwaukee Board of School Directors considered a process and timeline for development of the Milwaukee Public Schools Reapportionment/ Redistricting Plan. As a part of the process, the Board was presented with two (2) potential maps for consideration. The proposed plans can be found on … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Public Schools considers reapportionment/redistricting plan
This Week In Black History
February 17, 1902 Marion Anderson, internationally acclaimed opera star, born. February 18, 1931 Toni Morrison, winner of 1988 Pulitzer Prize for fiction, born. February 19, 1923 In Moore vs. Dempsey decision, U.S. Supreme Court guarantee due process of law to Blacks in state courts. February 20, 1934 Four Saints in Three Acts, by Virgil … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue February 17, 2022
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Outreach Community Health Centers host Virtual Annual Meeting
On January 26, 2022, Outreach Community Health Centers (OCHC) hosted their Virtual Annual Meeting. The theme for this year's meeting was "Building on our past to strengthen and guide our future." Guest speakers included U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin, County Executive David Crowley, Acting Mayor Cavalier Johnson; and Chief Community Impact and Advocacy Officer for Ascension … [Read more...] about Outreach Community Health Centers host Virtual Annual Meeting
Star student athlete signs contract to attend Concordia St. Paul University
On Wednesday, February 2, 2022, Milwaukee Academy of Science High School student Emmanuel Stoffel (center), signed a letter of commitment to attend Concordia St. Paul University in St. Paul, MN. Emmanuel, or "El," is a young man who has never given up. He grew up in a single parent home, though his father, Larry Allen, did not live with him, his dad was nevertheless a major … [Read more...] about Star student athlete signs contract to attend Concordia St. Paul University