During the winter months, ice, snow and cold temperatures can make life challenging for anyone. Slippery sidewalks and cold weather can cause a wide range of injuries and illnesses, especially for older people. While finding senior care to assist older adults on a regular basis can help keep them safe during any season, the following senior safety tips for winter can be … [Read more...] about Seven winter safety tips for seniors and their caregivers
This Week In Black History
January 27, 1961 Leontyne Price made her Metropolitan Opera debut. January 28, 1787 Free Africa Society organized in Philadelphia. January 29, 1926 Violette Nealy Anderson becomes the first Black woman lawyer to argue a case before the U.S. Supreme Court. January 30, 1979 Franklin Thomas named president of Ford Foundation. January 31, 1986 August … [Read more...] about This Week In Black History
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue January 27, 2022
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“This Is A Time For…Positive Action.”
On January 17, 2022 our nation remembered civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with a day in his honor. It couldn't come at a better time, as this nation deals with extreme issues of racism, injustice against the Black community, and the fight against the rise of fascism that has led to unrest in Washington, DC, all set against the backdrop of a pandemic. Dr. … [Read more...] about “This Is A Time For…Positive Action.”
The rest of 3rd Street renamed in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
On Monday, January 17, 2022, city dignitaries and community leaders gathered at the corner of 3rd and Wisconsin, on Dr. Martin Luther, Jr. Day to pay tribute to the great civil rights leader by re-naming the rest of 3rd Street, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. Originally, King Drive ran north from McKinley to West Capitol Drive; now everything from McKinley south to Wisconsin … [Read more...] about The rest of 3rd Street renamed in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Bishop Osie Tatum, Jr., celebrates a grand 80th birthday
On Sunday, January 16, 2022, Mason Temple Church of God in Christ hosted a very special 80th Birthday Celebration honoring Bishop Osie Tatum, Jr., at Davians Catering and Events, N56 W16300 Silver Spring Dr., Menomonee Falls. Bishop Tatum was born on January 7, 1942, in Dumas, AR to the late Deacon Osie Tatum, Sr., and the late State Supervisor Mother Ernestine A. … [Read more...] about Bishop Osie Tatum, Jr., celebrates a grand 80th birthday
Legendary Vogue editor André Leon Talley dies at 73
The larger-than-life figure was hugely influential both at American Vogue, where he worked for three decades, and in the fashion world at large. André Leon Talley, former Vogue editor and a force to be reckoned with in the world of fashion, has passed away at the age of 73. Reports state that Talley died at a hospital in White Plains, NY. Talley’s career is … [Read more...] about Legendary Vogue editor André Leon Talley dies at 73
Rosa Lee Hawkins, singer in ’60s pop group The Dixie Cups, dead at 76
Rosa Lee Hawkins, a member of the '60s girl group The Dixie Cups, has died. She was 76. Her sister and bandmate Barbara Ann Hawkins told The New York Times that Rosa died after experiencing internal bleeding caused by complications related to surgery performed at Tampa General Hospital. "When the audience smiled and applauded, it made her happy because she knew she put a … [Read more...] about Rosa Lee Hawkins, singer in ’60s pop group The Dixie Cups, dead at 76
A New Year: Focusing on Maintaining Our Temple – Women (part 3)
“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore, honor God with your bodies.” – 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 In 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Paul asks: “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit.” Every Christian’s body is a temple of the … [Read more...] about A New Year: Focusing on Maintaining Our Temple – Women (part 3)
The meaning of The Martin Luther King, Jr., birthday holiday in 2022
By Douglas Haynes Vice chancellor for equity, diversity and inclusion at the University of California, Irvine Monday, January 18, 2022 marked the 36th anniversary of the federal holiday in honor of Rev. Martin Luther King’s birthday. Signed into law in 1983 and first observed in 1986, the holiday is a deserving tribute to King for advancing civil rights and social justice … [Read more...] about The meaning of The Martin Luther King, Jr., birthday holiday in 2022