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The Fourth of July is a Black American holiday
Black Americans have long used the holiday to crusade for equality By Jonathan Lande Since the very beginning, black Americans have used the national celebration of the country’s independence on July 4 to remind white Americans that they too deserved freedom and that their lives also mattered. Celebrating this tradition of black protest is essential today as the nation … [Read more...] about The Fourth of July is a Black American holiday
Brewers legend Cecil Cooper throws out first pitch at Brewers’ Re-Opening Day
On Friday, June 25, 2021, The Milwaukee Brewers celebrated Re-Opening Day with a number of festivities at American Family Field. There was a Tropical Tailgate, hot dogs for only a dollar thanks to American Family Insurance, and ceremonial first pitches from former players Paul Molitor and Cecil Cooper. All this to celebrate the opening of American Family Field to 100 percent … [Read more...] about Brewers legend Cecil Cooper throws out first pitch at Brewers’ Re-Opening Day
Derek Chauvin is sentenced to 22 and a half years for murder of George Floyd
The killing of George Floyd on a Minneapolis corner led to nationwide protests, a reckoning over racial injustice touching on virtually every aspect of American life and, on Friday, June 25, 2021, a substantial prison sentence — 22 and a half years — for the former police officer, Derek Chauvin, who ignored Floyd’s desperate cries for help and pressed his knee into Floyd’s neck … [Read more...] about Derek Chauvin is sentenced to 22 and a half years for murder of George Floyd
Milwaukee’s Black Referees represent at Juneteenth
On Saturday, June 19, 2021, the Milwaukee Chapter of the Midwest Minority Officials Association (MMOA) took part in the 50th Annual Juneteenth Celebration to talk to people about the need for Black referees. The MMOA was founded by Sam Williams, Lamarr Franklin, and Ron "Doc" Fancher in 1989 because the Milwaukee City Conference was lacking minority men and women officials. … [Read more...] about Milwaukee’s Black Referees represent at Juneteenth
Help Wanted – Marketing Manager/Assistant to the Publisher at Milwaukee Times Printing & Publishing Company
The Milwaukee Times Printing & Publishing Company seeks a highly motivated and experienced Sales and Marketing Manager, who will also assist the Publisher on an array of projects. Excellent customer service skills, ability to multitask, and a desire to work with people from diverse backgrounds is essential. Please send resume with references to: miltimes@gmail.com … [Read more...] about Help Wanted – Marketing Manager/Assistant to the Publisher at Milwaukee Times Printing & Publishing Company
Declaration of Independence – Week 1
On July 4, 2021, our nation will celebrate Independence Day or “July 4th.” According to history.com, the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution. On July 2, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence, and two days later delegates from the 13 colonies adopted the Declaration of Independence, a … [Read more...] about Declaration of Independence – Week 1
National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month – All of Us
By Kathy Gaillard freelance contributor July is National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. It was first formally recognized in May 2008 by the late Bebe Moore Campbell, a best-selling author, journalist, teacher, and mental health advocate. Campbell passed away from cancer at the young age of 56 but not before witnessing the devastation of identifying, coping with, … [Read more...] about National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month – All of Us
Tips for staying heart-healthy all summer long
By Dr. Eben Eno Cardiologist, cares for patients at Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s Hospital Ozaukee and Milwaukee campuses. This summer, we’re all looking forward to getting outdoors, enjoying Wisconsin’s beautiful parks, beer gardens and Lake Michigan beaches. But, heart health during summer months can be tricky business. It’s important to remember how the summer heat … [Read more...] about Tips for staying heart-healthy all summer long
Fireworks safety should not be ignored this holiday weekend
NFL player Jason Pierre-Paul almost lost a hand and career to legal fireworks In the summer of 2015, New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul was involved in a fireworks accident that resulted in him losing part of his right hand and fingers. Pierre-Paul was rushed to a South Florida hospital, ultimately spending weeks there while undergoing 10 surgeries and … [Read more...] about Fireworks safety should not be ignored this holiday weekend