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
MPS College and Career Night is April 6, 2022
Planning for life after high school has many steps, but the journey is easier when families start early. Attend the MPS College and Career Night on Wednesday, April 6, 2022, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Students will learn to identify their interests, seek out college and technical school options, and make informed decisions about their career pathway. High school sophomores and … [Read more...] about MPS College and Career Night is April 6, 2022
Tribute for José Antonio Mantilla
José Antonio Mantilla, 65, of Elm Grove, WI and Hernando, FL peacefully went to his eternal home on March 3, 2022, after a hard-fought battle with a rare and aggressive form of cancer. José was born on October 25, 1956, to Félix and Delores Mantilla in Hato Rey, Puerto Rico. He lived in Puerto Rico and Milwaukee as a child and graduated from Messmer High School. After … [Read more...] about Tribute for José Antonio Mantilla
This Week In Black History
March 24, 1837 Canada gives African American citizens the right to vote. March 25, 1843 Explorer Jacob Dodson sets out in search of the Northwest Passage. March 26, 1872 Thomas J. Martin patents fire extinguisher. 1911 – William H. Lewis becomes U.S. assistant attorney general. March 27, 1930 Of the 116,000 African Americans in professional positions, more … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue March 24, 2022
Click on the cover image below to view the full newspaper on issuu.com … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue March 24, 2022
Milwaukee Urban League celebrate the joy of reading at Auer Avenue School
Reading can be fun! And on Wednesday, March 2, 2022 Milwaukee Urban League (MUL) President and CEO Dr. Eve M. Hall and MUL staff celebrated national "Read Across America Day 2022," at Auer Avenue Elementary School, 2319 W. Auer Ave. Dr. Hall read the book ‘The Fintastic Fishsitter’ by Mo O’Hara to 3rd grade students, and did a question and answer session with the students, … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Urban League celebrate the joy of reading at Auer Avenue School
Habitat for Humanity begins construction on new houses in Harambee
On Wednesday, March 16, 2022, Habitat for Humanity launched their 2022 building year at two sites in the Harambee neighborhood in the 6th Aldermanic District. This is a continuation of the organization’s goal to build 80 new homes in the area over four years. This partnership has been a shining example of community collaboration. In 2021 the city was proud to support an … [Read more...] about Habitat for Humanity begins construction on new houses in Harambee
Viola Cornelius celebrates surprise 70th birthday
Viola Cornelius' "Surprise 70th" Birthday Bash Event was hosted at the King Hall in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on February 26, 2022. This event was unique because Viola Cornelius is the baby girl out of 32 siblings and is highly loved and respected by everyone. Her actual birthday was February 22, which fell on a weekday this year, so her 6 kids, 19 grandchildren, 30 great … [Read more...] about Viola Cornelius celebrates surprise 70th birthday