On Tuesday, July 20, 2021, Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes announced his official bid to run for the U.S. Senate at the Sherman Phoenix, 3536 W Fond Du Lac Ave. Lt. Gov. Barnes will be running for Republican Senator Ron Johnson's seat. He's vying to become the first African American from Wisconsin to serve in the Senate. Barnes, 34, is the first Black lieutenant governor in … [Read more...] about Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes announces bid for U.S. Senate
Milwaukee youth and adults show love for Harambee neighborhood
On Saturday, July 17, 2021, local residents of all ages – youth, adults and neighbors – were working together to create several community-created paintings in four crosswalks along North Avenue in the Harambee community to show their love for their neighborhood and their desire for safe streets. Developed by Cross/ Words/North, a unique community-based art project that brings … [Read more...] about Milwaukee youth and adults show love for Harambee neighborhood
Biz Markie, pioneering beatboxer and ‘Just A Friend’ rapper, dies at 57
Biz Markie, an American original born Marcel Theo Hall and a larger-than-life hip-hop figure, has died at the age of 57. Known widely for a career spanning back to 1986, Hall went on to become a beloved cultural figure later in life, celebrated for his spirited personality as much as his massive 1989 hit, "Just A Friend." His death was confirmed by his manager, Jenni D. … [Read more...] about Biz Markie, pioneering beatboxer and ‘Just A Friend’ rapper, dies at 57
Freedom to be
Over the years I have put various opinions about topics out into the world. Anyone who has been reading this column for the past ten years knows this. Many others remember the show, Being Frank where I voiced my thoughts. The latest voicing of my thoughts has come from a podcast, The Last Black Man Standing. It was while doing this latest version of Being Frank where I had an … [Read more...] about Freedom to be
History being made for the GOP in 2021 with Black Republicans winning elections
In a recent Alabama special election, 21-year Army veteran Kenneth Paschal made history being elected as Alabama House District 73 State Representative. Paschal became the first black Republican elected in Alabama since Reconstruction earning 75 percent of the vote. Paschal: “I hope to be an example to all Alabamians that the Republican Party is open to everyone who … [Read more...] about History being made for the GOP in 2021 with Black Republicans winning elections
Declaration of Independence – Week 3
The Declaration of Independence severed the 13 American colonies’ ties with Great Britain. The Declaration of Independence committee included: Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, Roger Sherman and Robert R. Livingston. After 86 changes to the initial draft of the document, which was drafted mostly by Thomas Jefferson; the Second Continental Congress officially … [Read more...] about Declaration of Independence – Week 3
Milwaukee Times hosts second’ Summer Business Mixer’ Photo
On Thursday, July 8, 2021, The Milwaukee Times Printing and Publishing, Co. and the Historic King Drive BID No. 8 hosted the second of three Summer Business Mixers at Mi Casa, Su Cafe, 1835 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Dr. More than 25 Black business owners and professionals attended the event Deshea Agee and his assistant Diana of the Historic King Drive BID graciously sponsored … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times hosts second’ Summer Business Mixer’ Photo
Historic Garden Homes Neighborhood celebrates 100 years
On Saturday, July 17, 2021, the historic Garden Homes Neighborhood celebrated their 100th anniversary at 2600 West Atkinson Ave. To celebrate, Garden Homes Neighborhood Association along with the 30th Street Industrial Corridor Corp, the City of Milwaukee, Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA), Impact Seven and Cinnaire, joined forces to renovate 11 … [Read more...] about Historic Garden Homes Neighborhood celebrates 100 years
The Art of Health, Inc. presents tea and doll art exhibit
The Art of Health, Inc., presented a Doll Art exhibit themed, “Dolls From Around the World” and a “Young Ladies Tea” at the Wisconsin African American Women’s Center on Saturday, July 17, 2021. The theme was “Building Healthy Attitudes for Young Ladies”. This nurturing and cultural event coordinated by Marquita Edwards, developed to build on art, social awareness and character. … [Read more...] about The Art of Health, Inc. presents tea and doll art exhibit
The summer of Naomi Osaka
Barbie doll sells out, is on cover of "Sports Illustrated" magazine and a new Netflix documentary debuts A new Barbie doll modeled on tennis star Naomi Osaka has sold out just hours after it was released on Monday July 12, 2021. The new doll is part of the Barbie Role Model series and holds a Yonex tennis racket, according to a press release from toy company … [Read more...] about The summer of Naomi Osaka