This month, in honor of Black History Month, I will be highlighting several African- American trailblazers. These leaders, past and present, were and continue to be strong members of our community. Their work is an example of the history that we turn to as inspiration during Black History Month. This list this month is not exhaustive but represents the many inspiring … [Read more...] about Milwaukee’s African American Trailblazers (Week 1)
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin introduces American Opportunity Accounts Act
Growing momentum for “Baby Bonds” with re-introduction of landmark legislation to combat the growing racial wealth gap, earns support from Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) joined Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) to reintroduce the American Opportunity Accounts Act, legislation seeking to create a … [Read more...] about U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin introduces American Opportunity Accounts Act
Madam C.J. Walker, the first Black American woman to be a self-made millionaire
Sarah Breedlove was born in Delta, La., on Dec. 23, 1867. She was the daughter of Owen and Minerva Anderson Breedlove. Both had formerly been enslaved. She was an orphan by the age of 7 and moved in with her older sister. At the age of 14, Sarah married Moses McWilliams. She maintained that she married young because of early hardships and in order to get a home of her own. In … [Read more...] about Madam C.J. Walker, the first Black American woman to be a self-made millionaire
Local students awarded scholarships at 2021 annual Kingfest event
On Monday, January 18, 2021, The "20th Annual Kingfest" celebration honored the 92nd Birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. As part of the Kingfest celebration a writing contest was held. The contest was open to African American young men and women who are currently in the 12th grade (public or private school) and reside in the city of Milwaukee. The question for this … [Read more...] about Local students awarded scholarships at 2021 annual Kingfest event
True Stories of Black History that inspire
Black History was the brainchild of historian Carter G. Woodson. Since 1976, the month of February has been officially designated as Black History month. In my column, I will share a list of books from my late husband’s personal library. Nathan was an avid reader. He enjoyed reading about the contributions and achievements of His people. He was a proud Black veteran and … [Read more...] about True Stories of Black History that inspire
Notice of Spring Primary and Notice of Special Nonpartisan Primary for County Supervisor, District 10 and Sample Ballot
NOTICE OF SPRING PRIMARY AND NOTICE OF SPECIAL NONPARTISAN PRIMARY FOR COUNTY SUPERVISOR, DISTRICT 10 AND SAMPLE BALLOT (February 16, 2021) OFFICE OF THE MILWAUKEE COUNTY ELECTION COMMISSION TO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF MILWAUKEE: Notice is hereby given of a Spring Primary Election to be held in the City of Milwaukee on February 16, 2021, at which the officers named … [Read more...] about Notice of Spring Primary and Notice of Special Nonpartisan Primary for County Supervisor, District 10 and Sample Ballot
Self care—handling mental health, stress and trauma
By Sandra Millon Underwood, RN, PhD FAAN Professor, UW-Milwaukee School of Nursing It’s well-documented that stress and trauma can affect our mental state, even in the best of times. But months of anxiety, fear, grief, and social isolation can take their toll on our mental health, particularly during this pandemic. Parents are coping with ensuring their children continue … [Read more...] about Self care—handling mental health, stress and trauma
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue February 11, 2021
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Honoring Black History Week 1 – Celebrating Our Historic Black Churches
The term “Black church” is used to describe Protestant churches that have predominately Black congregations. More broadly, the Black church is both a specific religious culture and a socio-religious force that has shaped protest movements, such as the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s. Origins of the Black Church The Black church in the United States can be … [Read more...] about Honoring Black History Week 1 – Celebrating Our Historic Black Churches
Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Alpha Phi Chapter lends a hand to Repairers of the Breach
Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Alpha Phi Chapter performed one of their community service projects on Saturday, January 30, 2021 with the Repairers of the Breach agency. Alpha Phi Chapter donated men's and women's clothing; household products such bottles of bleach, cleaning agents, coffee, paper cups, masks; and other essential products. The Repairers of the Breach offers … [Read more...] about Eta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Alpha Phi Chapter lends a hand to Repairers of the Breach