On Saturday, May 17, 2025, The Milwaukee Times Weekly Newspaper along with WGLB 1560 AM and 96.1 FM Radio hosted their first ever "Springtime Job and Resource Fair," at Trinity Missionary Baptist Church, 2829 N. Teutonia Ave. The resource fair offered information on banking and lending, health screenings, funeral planning, access to community resources, and job … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times, WGLB Radio hosts ‘Springtime Job and Resource Fair’
AKA’s tree planting and dedication ceremony honors legacy of beloved members
On Saturday, May 17, 2025, the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter invited the community to gather in honor of environmental stewardship, remembrance, and renewal at a tree planting and dedication ceremony held at Havenwoods State Forest, located at 6141 N. Hopkins St. Hosted in one of Wisconsin’s most serene urban green spaces, this … [Read more...] about AKA’s tree planting and dedication ceremony honors legacy of beloved members
Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. hosts ‘Memorial Services and Merits and Awards Ceremony’
On Sunday, May 15, 2025, Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, Milwaukee Alpha Pi Chapter, celebrated a combined Memorial Services and Merits and Awards Ceremony. The event was held at Wisconsin African American Women's Center (WAAW), where founder Josephine Hill is associated with Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. For more than 80 years, Eta Phi Beta Sorority. … [Read more...] about Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. hosts ‘Memorial Services and Merits and Awards Ceremony’
Community leaders tour new, quality affordable housing options across Milwaukee
On Friday, May 17, 2025, The Community Development Alliance (CDA), the collaborative responsible for implementing Milwaukee’s Collective Affordable Housing Strategic Plan to advance racial equity by providing a quality, affordable home for every Milwaukeean, hosted its tours of five model homes across Milwaukee. This is the second annual tour of homes to help inform leaders, … [Read more...] about Community leaders tour new, quality affordable housing options across Milwaukee
An undeniable connection: Substance use and mental health
Her nerves are bad. He’s got the blues. They’re back on the bottle again. We’ve all heard these statements to describe someone who is struggling. Every one of us knows what it feels like to be overwhelmed, day after day, with no end in sight. So, what do we do? We find ways to manage. Not a moral failing Everyone has different strategies for staying afloat, … [Read more...] about An undeniable connection: Substance use and mental health
Five signs of a silent stroke black people should know
A lot of people are familiar with the characteristic symptoms of a stroke – difficulty speaking, numbness on one side, and drooping on one side of the face. However, these aren’t indicative of the less common type of stroke. According to the American Heart Association, 800,000 Americans have silent strokes each year and don’t even know it. Since these strokes are far from … [Read more...] about Five signs of a silent stroke black people should know
This Week In Black History – May 22, 2025
May 22, 1921 – "Shuffle Along," a musical featuring a score by Eubie Blake and Noble Sissle, opened on Broadway. May 23, 1900 – Sgt. William H. Carney became the first African American awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for valor at Fort Wagner, SC, in 1863. May 24, 1854 – Lincoln University (PA), the first black college in the US, was founded. May 25, 1926 – … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History – May 22, 2025
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue May 22, 2025
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AKA’s Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter celebrates ‘7th Annual AKA Day at the Derby’
On Saturday, May 3, 2025, the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter, in partnership with the Diamond Jubilee Pearls Foundation, hosted their "7th Annual AKA Day at the Derby" in celebration of the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby. The signature event brought together community members for an afternoon filled with elegance, entertainment, … [Read more...] about AKA’s Upsilon Mu Omega Chapter celebrates ‘7th Annual AKA Day at the Derby’
Northcott Neighborhood House partners with Summerfest to celebrate Juneteenth at the Maier Festival Park
On Tuesday, May 6, 2025, Northcott Neighborhood House and Milwaukee World Festival announced that Juneteenth celebrations on King Drive will partner with Summerfest this year—creating a day-long celebration of freedom and unity across Milwaukee. The traditional Juneteenth festivities will remain on King Drive from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., but this year will feature a special … [Read more...] about Northcott Neighborhood House partners with Summerfest to celebrate Juneteenth at the Maier Festival Park